The Rise of the Nine Dragons – Shadows Over Southeast Asia is an epic tale of a group of individuals facing the looming threat of a powerful organized crime syndicate, the Nine Dragons Syndicate, which holds a tight grip over the economy and politics of Southeast Asia. The story follows the journey of Bintang, a former journalist, and Sebastian, a time traveler, as they confront the cunning tactics and dark forces led by influential figures like Tian Hao and Yun Feng. 
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Jakarta and Indonesia's new capital (IKN), the core conflict revolves around political ambition, environmental crises, and economic manipulation. The tension arises as personal political agendas clash with the greater good, forcing Bintang and his team—comprising a former hacker, a diplomat, an environmental activist, and a conservation officer—to battle not just for justice but for the future of their land. Together, they face an enemy that wields not only power and wealth but also the ability to disrupt the natural balance.
At the same time, we have Heru, a character-driven by revenge and the pursuit of scientific advancements. His motivations create a tension-filled dynamic within the narrative, adding depth to the ongoing conflict between Bintang's team and the Nine Dragons.

The Rise of the Nine Dragons – Shadows Over Southeast Asia

The room was silent, the air thick with anticipation as the team huddled around the table, reviewing the information they had gathered. Maps of the Kayan Dam project, documents detailing the Nine Dragons’ connections, and blueprints of the land surrounding Long Peleban were spread out before them. Each piece of data was a potential key to stopping the looming disaster, but there was one crucial element missing—something the documents couldn’t reveal. 


Thalia sat apart from the group, her eyes closed, her fingers gently brushing the edges of an old amulet she wore around her neck—a connection to her Javanese heritage and the mystical forces that had long guided her. She had been quiet for hours, her mind drifting deep into a trance. Her psychic abilities, which had always been unpredictable, were now at their peak. She could feel the weight of the land, the echoes of spirits who had once lived on it, and the unseen forces that moved through it. 


Thalia’s Psychic Vision