Author:
Dan Luffey lives in Osaka, Japan. Aside from writing original fiction, he's also translated Japanese books into English, such as Edogawa Rampo's "The Fiend with Twenty Faces," and video games such as "The MISSING." Dan is also co-founder of DANGEN Entertainment, an indie video game publishing house. Dan can be contacted at danluffey@gmail.com.

"The world is yours...to destroy."

4 years ago, Vance's mother went missing. Everyone thought she was dead...but Vance knew better. What he did not know was that his search for her would take him across multiple parallel dimensions filled with psychotic killers, demented warlords, righteous angels and bloodthirsty demons. As Vance learns more about his lineage and his new surroundings, the stakes will rise, until his journey takes him to the end of the universe itself, and he comes face to face with the one who created it.

Those who enjoy descriptive, deep stories with plot threads linked across multiple chapters and strategic, action-packed battles will not be disappointed here. As human as it is otherworldly, at its core this story is about family, love, loss, and growth midst tragedy.

Shattered Remnants of a Dream

Naomi opened her eyes on the cold, metal operating table. The first thing she noticed was that she was in her underwear. Then, she saw a stitched-up line running across her abdomen.


Grayson Lee sat beside her, gently caressing her cheek. "I hope you enjoyed our evening last night. I took the liberty of making some last-minute modifications...to help you in your quest. How do you feel, Naomi? Are you prepared to start your journey?"


Naomi stared up at Grayson with confused eyes, but nodded softly. The past few weeks in the chamber down below had been eye-opening, but they had made her restless. She was more than proficient with her abilities now, and anxious to put them to use.


"Good," Grayson replied. "And you remember your directions?"


Naomi nodded again. As she looked around, she realized she was in Grayson's office. A bloodied tray lined with medical implements stood next to them. He’s helping you, a voice whispered to her. He’s making you stronger.


Chapter 74: A Grey Area, Part 1