Star Sword (Paperback)

R.H. Calderis

ISBN 13: 9798277007112

Published by Independently Published, 2025

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Paperback. A Legendary Weapon. A Forbidden World. A Captain Bound to Destiny.Across the galaxy, whispers speak of an artifact forged before recorded time - a blade of impossible light, capable of choosing the fate of empires. Most dismiss it as myth. But when a long-lost probe transmits images of an alien temple and a glowing sword buried in the ruins, one woman is thrust into the center of a cosmic prophecy.Captain Elara Pyles never asked for destiny. She serves the Federation with precision, loyalty, and an iron will - but the moment she steps onto the surface of the forbidden planet Althira Prime, she feels the truth echoing in her bones. Something ancient is waking. Something watching. Something waiting for her.Opposing her is the ruthless and enigmatic Captain Lucien Voss, a man willing to scorch worlds to seize the Star Sword for himself. His forces close in. His shadow spreads across the stars. And he knows the legends too.Whoever controls the Star Sword controls the future.But Elara is not alone.Rian Solis - her fiercely loyal first officer - stands ready to defy death at her side.Dr. Sera Galen - a brilliant but secretive xeno-archaeologist - holds secrets she is terrified to reveal.And deep within the ruins, the angelic and demonic figures etched into ancient stone seem to watch them all, locked in an eternal battle that may awaken once more.As the ruins shift, the glyphs pulse, and the sword calls out, Elara faces an impossible truth: The Star Sword is alive.Now, hunted by enemies, betrayed by secrets within her own team, and haunted by visions of wars long dead, Elara must uncover the meaning behind the Lightborn - a race whose final prophecy may ignite a conflict capable of tearing the galaxy apart.Some legends aren't told.Some are awakened.STAR SWORD: THE LEGACY OF THE LIGHTBORNDelivers sweeping space-opera action, ancient-relic mystery, atmospheric world-building, and character-driven drama. Perfect for fans of Dune, Star Wars, Mass Effect, The Expanse, and Halo. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Star Sword (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798277007112
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

A Legendary Weapon. A Forbidden World. A Captain Bound to Destiny.

Across the galaxy, whispers speak of an artifact forged before recorded time — a blade of impossible light, capable of choosing the fate of empires. Most dismiss it as myth. But when a long-lost probe transmits images of an alien temple and a glowing sword buried in the ruins, one woman is thrust into the center of a cosmic prophecy.

Captain Elara Pyles never asked for destiny. She serves the Federation with precision, loyalty, and an iron will — but the moment she steps onto the surface of the forbidden planet Althira Prime, she feels the truth echoing in her bones. Something ancient is waking. Something watching. Something waiting for her.

Opposing her is the ruthless and enigmatic Captain Lucien Voss, a man willing to scorch worlds to seize the Star Sword for himself. His forces close in. His shadow spreads across the stars. And he knows the legends too.

Whoever controls the Star Sword controls the future.

But Elara is not alone.
Rian Solis — her fiercely loyal first officer — stands ready to defy death at her side.
Dr. Sera Galen — a brilliant but secretive xeno-archaeologist — holds secrets she is terrified to reveal.
And deep within the ruins, the angelic and demonic figures etched into ancient stone seem to watch them all, locked in an eternal battle that may awaken once more.

As the ruins shift, the glyphs pulse, and the sword calls out, Elara faces an impossible truth:

The Star Sword is alive.

Now, hunted by enemies, betrayed by secrets within her own team, and haunted by visions of wars long dead, Elara must uncover the meaning behind the Lightborn — a race whose final prophecy may ignite a conflict capable of tearing the galaxy apart.

Some legends aren’t told.
Some are awakened.

STAR SWORD: THE LEGACY OF THE LIGHTBORN

Delivers sweeping space-opera action, ancient-relic mystery, atmospheric world-building, and character-driven drama. Perfect for fans of Dune, Star Wars, Mass Effect, The Expanse, and Halo.