The Legend of 9 Heavens

Ryu always thought heroes were chosen. Aiden believed power meant freedom. They were both wrong. In a world where magic and technology coexist, two academy graduates quietly begin their adult lives. Ryu is a disciplined dreamer; Aiden, a powerful slacker. But something is breaking—mana flickers, relics resonate, and forgotten legends stir beneath their feet. Unknown to them, the balance of reality is beginning to crack. Other worlds—some familiar, some alien—press against theirs. And the line between peace and catastrophe is thinning. As truths unravel and ancient forces awaken, the two must rise before everything collapses. Special thanks to Ryudo_xd for his early creative input, cover page concepts, and thumbnail assistance during the novel’s initial stages. (Available in Royal Road and Tapas) Currently on Hiatus!