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In a world where ancient Malay martial arts intertwine with mystical forces, Aina Batrisya, a teenage girl of mixed Malay-Chinese descent, discovers an extraordinary gift—she can perceive the Aura of Semangat Energy. Born with only one functioning eye, she is fated to wield a power that ebbs and flows with the cycles of the moon.

When a powerful artifact, the Gendang Pahang, is stolen from the National Museum, Aina is thrust into a hidden war between the Persatuan Gerhana, a ruthless syndicate stealing mystical relics, and the Orang Bunian, enigmatic forest guardians. At the heart of this conflict stands Rahim Tempurung, a deranged archaeologist turned warlord, seeking to resurrect the lost kingdom of Gangga Negara using forbidden magic.

Guided by the mysterious Tok Rimau, a hermit warrior who holds the secrets of forgotten silat techniques, Aina embarks on a perilous journey through both the physical and spiritual realms of Malaysia. From the misty peaks of Gunung Ledang to the ruins of Kota Gelanggi, she must master the Seven Forms of Semangat Energy—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, Roots, Stars, and Dreams—to reclaim her lineage and prevent a catastrophic war.

But as betrayal lurks among her closest allies and hidden truths about her ancestry unravel, Aina faces the ultimate question—will she embrace her destiny as the Pendekar Matahari Senja, or will she be consumed by the very power she seeks to control?

With Kerambit Bulan, a sentient crescent-shaped dagger, and the legendary Selendang Sari Nabawi, a sacred cloth woven with the resilience of ancient warriors, Aina must stand against dark forces that threaten not just her homeland, but the balance between the mortal and spirit realms.

A story of war, heritage, and self-discovery—The Twilight Sun Warrior is an epic fantasy that blends the elegance of traditional Malay silat with the wonder of mythical realms.

The Twilight Sun Warrior

Aina's breath hitched as the golden-robed figure descended from the boulder, his presence cutting through the battlefield like a beacon in the dark. The Jembalang Datai recoiled, its unnatural wail echoing through the trees.

The man's gaze flicked toward her, a knowing glint in his eyes. "Stay sharp, girl. This creature thrives on fear."

With a flick of his wrist, he summoned a luminous sigil, its swirling golden energy crackling like fire. The moment the sigil formed, the Jembalang lunged—but before it could reach him, chains of light shot from the symbol, wrapping around the beast's limbs. The monster shrieked in rage, thrashing against its bonds.

Aina took the chance. Twisting her Kerambit Bulan in her grip, she surged forward, her instincts screaming at her to strike the pulsating glyph on the creature's chest—the heart of its dark magic.

Her blade cut deep, severing the glyph with a burst of blue mist. The Jembalang convulsed, its form crumbling into ash as a guttural roar escaped its maw.

Tok Rimau exhaled heavily, pressing a hand to his injured shoulder. "Damn… That thing wasn't supposed to be here."

Aina turned to the stranger, gripping her weapon tight. "Who are you?"

The man smirked, dusting off his robe. "Someone who just saved your life." His gaze flickered to her Kerambit Bulan, his smile deepening. "And someone very interested in your blade."

Aina's instincts screamed at her again. This man, whoever he was, was no ordinary savior.

And she had just stepped into a bigger battle than she ever imagined.

The Lightbearer’s Gambit