Heroes of Rise of the Nemesis - Book Teaser
I have put together an introduction to the world-building and key characters of Rise of the Nemesis! A teaser below, the rest coming soon...enjoy!
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Introduction
Welcome to the dark, epic world of Rise of the Nemesis and the Portal Wars Universe, where the story is set. It is a setting where the lines between light and shadow blur, and destiny is forged in the crucible of conflict. In this realm, ancient demigods, fearsome dragons, and resolute heroes clash in a battle that spans across crumbling worlds and teeters on the brink of apocalypse.
At the heart of this tale are characters whose fates intertwine, each driven by their own quests, desires, and burdens.
Boren, the scarred warrior, embarks on a perilous journey of vengeance and redemption.
Kisseltek, the ancient dragon, wields dark magic and manipulates those around him to reclaim his lost throne.
Deuc, the priest, battles inner demons and harnesses dangerous powers to protect those he loves.
Feridun, the seasoned warrior, offers wisdom and strength as a steadfast mentor.
Sanda, a rising Tek Wielder, whose search for truth will give her courage beyond all hope.
And Daiel, the skilled soldier, stands ready with unwavering loyalty.
Yet none of these characters will emerge unscathed from their trials. Dive into their tales before reading Rise of the Nemesis, understand their struggles, and join them and their companions on an unforgettable journey through the treacherous landscapes of the Portal Wars Universe.
Author Note: If you have the taste for a Young Adult Epic Fantasy adventure, you can skip what follows and read Path of the Guardian, the origin story of Boren the Guardian. If not, read on! The below will get you up to speed before diving into Rise of the Nemesis.
The Portal Wars Universe
The saga deals with the millennia-old conflict between two worlds, called Komad and Taytos. These worlds were connected in ages long past by Portals wrought by the creators, known as the Twin Gods.
Why? The answer to that question remains shrouded in mystery.
The World of Komad
Komad is a vast and complex world. Our epic tale takes place on the Continent of Elakon, where magic has nearly disappeared after centuries of persecution by the Empire of Elakon and its Inquisition, supported by the foremost religion of the continent, the Order of the Righteous.
Magic practitioners, individuals with inborn elemental magic capabilities called Tek Wielders, are few and survive by hiding their heritage.
A dark chapter in the Empire’s history: the purge of Tek Wielders at the hands of the Inquisition. Made with MidJourney.
What the people of Komad have forgotten, however, is the threat of Taytos. From that now-dying world, demigods called Anjun have planned to and successfully invaded Komad over the millennia through the Portals.
An apocalypse lost beyond all memory: the Portal between worlds. Made with MidJourney.
But even the legends of those events are now lost to all but a few. Over 3,000 years have passed since the last Portal, an age that precedes even the foundation of the Empire of Elakon, which rules above the continent of the same name.
The ruling Emperor of Elakon, Klemer the Third, on a throne in Temark, the imperial capital. Made with MidJourney.