The 12 Labors. The Void Trilogy, #2

In a world where necromancy is feared and forbidden, Albert has chosen a different path: mastering a dark art without succumbing to its shadows. When he receives an invitation to the legendary Tournament of the 12 Labors, a deadly competition reserved for the most promising mages and warriors, Albert knows he's facing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Winning could earn him official recognition as a third-level necromancer.
and prove that necromancy can be ethical, just, and necessary. By his side is a team of old and new allies: Elka, the charismatic and determined half-elf; Tempras, the impulsive and fearless elf; and Orlik, the brilliant and unpredictable kobold. Together, they will discover that the tournament is more than a test of strength and cunning-it's a descent into the limits of the mind, morality, and loyalty.
Amid shocking twists, ruthless trials, and a past that demands its toll, Albert will face a threat far greater than the competition itself: Kane, a powerful demonologist who has chosen him as a pawn in a plan that could change the fate of the world. A gripping YA fantasy full of action, where the true enemy isn't darkness. but the temptation to wield it.