Collectors of Zodiac BOOK 1 of 13: The Loyal Girl of his Dreams
Did you know that everything you touch is made from the stars? Plants, animals, and even you have been created from ancient star dust. Time and the alignment of star constellations have lead us to this very point. Do you believe in fate, god, or intellectual design? If not that is okay! Like the ancient Chinese and Greeks once believed in the stars, it is time to see why. Something magical is about to be unleashed. They are coming! Introducing a new story series that mixes drama, action, history, and myth. Collectors of Zodiac is a series of 13 short stories that build over twenty characters with an action packed conclusion. All you need to do is look towards the stars for the answer.
Did you know that everything you touch is made from the stars? Plants, animals, and even you have been created from ancient star dust. Time and the alignment of star constellations have lead us to this very point. Do you believe in fate, god, or intellectual design? If not that is okay! Like the ancient Chinese and Greeks once believed in the stars, it is time to see why. Something magical is about to be unleashed. They are coming! Introducing a new story series that mixes drama, action, history, and myth. Collectors of Zodiac is a series of 13 short stories that build over twenty characters with an action packed conclusion. All you need to do is look towards the stars for the answer.
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Blood, teeth, and saliva spray across the sleeve of Josh. The hound is dedicated on delivering pain. Fear grips Josh and his hands glow and flash. Violent frenzy blinds the dog. Josh focuses his right hand toward the dogs face and a great piercing flame erupts from his fingers. The blaze scorches the dog’s muzzle and eyes. As the dog releases his arm, vengeance fills the imagination of Josh. He points both hands at the dog and releases his fury. Torture rides the dog’s coat as the fire boils the skin. All the hound can do is lie down and scream. A smile marks the face of Josh as he continues with no mercy. Quickly the man who tried to get the attention of Josh turns the corner to see flames leaping from the young man hands.
The dog owner screams! “Stop that! Stop it now! You are killing my dog!”
Whipped up with excitement Josh looses his control. “So! It bit me and now I am biting back!”
Blood, teeth, and saliva spray across the sleeve of Josh. The hound is dedicated on delivering pain. Fear grips Josh and his hands glow and flash. Violent frenzy blinds the dog. Josh focuses his right hand toward the dogs face and a great piercing flame erupts from his fingers. The blaze scorches the dog’s muzzle and eyes. As the dog releases his arm, vengeance fills the imagination of Josh. He points both hands at the dog and releases his fury. Torture rides the dog’s coat as the fire boils the skin. All the hound can do is lie down and scream. A smile marks the face of Josh as he continues with no mercy. Quickly the man who tried to get the attention of Josh turns the corner to see flames leaping from the young man hands.
The dog owner screams! “Stop that! Stop it now! You are killing my dog!”
Whipped up with excitement Josh looses his control. “So! It bit me and now I am biting back!”
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With fingers stretch forward and pointing at a post in the backyard. Josh flicked his hands with a slight jerk. Blue flames roll over each other, building larger until blasting red as they touch the wooden post. The heat of the fire was pure energy. Only ashes from the post could be seen flying in the air. As his hands dropped to his sides and his focus was broken, Josh seemed to extinguish the flames in an instant. His father waltzed over to the post in complete astonishment. A long sniff of the air and with his tongue protruding from his mouth, he was seeking proof of a device or trick. Nothing but the post granted him anything. The father closely examined the post; it looked as if it entered a blast furnace. The scorch marks were extremely deep. He poked at the embers inside the post. Suddenly the post disintegrated. A puzzled grimace danced upon the face of Josh's dad.
His father ponders out loud? “Remarkable! No sign of any propellant! What could do this?”
Josh educates. “Raw energy. I think that I control water and separate it's electron bonds, but that is my scientific opinion. Or a feeling.”
With fingers stretch forward and pointing at a post in the backyard. Josh flicked his hands with a slight jerk. Blue flames roll over each other, building larger until blasting red as they touch the wooden post. The heat of the fire was pure energy. Only ashes from the post could be seen flying in the air. As his hands dropped to his sides and his focus was broken, Josh seemed to extinguish the flames in an instant. His father waltzed over to the post in complete astonishment. A long sniff of the air and with his tongue protruding from his mouth, he was seeking proof of a device or trick. Nothing but the post granted him anything. The father closely examined the post; it looked as if it entered a blast furnace. The scorch marks were extremely deep. He poked at the embers inside the post. Suddenly the post disintegrated. A puzzled grimace danced upon the face of Josh's dad.
His father ponders out loud? “Remarkable! No sign of any propellant! What could do this?”
Josh educates. “Raw energy. I think that I control water and separate it's electron bonds, but that is my scientific opinion. Or a feeling.”
Collectors of Zodiac, Book 2 of 13: Calling out the light inside
Book 2 is about a freshman teenager that moves to a new town and she discovers new abilities. On the contrary her parents try to use her to suit their criminal ambitions. Memories and honor coerce the teenager to see the light inside.
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Every morning was the same for Alice, she woke herself, attended the morning rituals; like bathroom hygienic and meal preparation. Alice's mother was almost useless in these activities. One day when Alice was but a youngster, her mother decided to cook breakfast and almost burnt the whole house down around them. Luckily their bags were already packed in the automobile and Alice was playing in the backyard. She came out of the house screaming. Neighbors tried to extinguish the fire, but Alice's mom insisted it was a grease fire and those types of fires never go out. So from then on Alice and her father cooked all the meals and cleaned the house while her mother entertained them both with dancing and song.
A weird and eerie cloud descended on the house one morning when a knock came at the front door. The house was so new to Alice. Her parents were silent. Alice moved to their new bedroom. She cracked the door open slightly and saw them unpacking valuables from small black bags. As if Alice saw nothing, she quietly closed the door.
Book 2 is about a freshman teenager that moves to a new town and she discovers new abilities. On the contrary her parents try to use her to suit their criminal ambitions. Memories and honor coerce the teenager to see the light inside.
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Every morning was the same for Alice, she woke herself, attended the morning rituals; like bathroom hygienic and meal preparation. Alice's mother was almost useless in these activities. One day when Alice was but a youngster, her mother decided to cook breakfast and almost burnt the whole house down around them. Luckily their bags were already packed in the automobile and Alice was playing in the backyard. She came out of the house screaming. Neighbors tried to extinguish the fire, but Alice's mom insisted it was a grease fire and those types of fires never go out. So from then on Alice and her father cooked all the meals and cleaned the house while her mother entertained them both with dancing and song.
A weird and eerie cloud descended on the house one morning when a knock came at the front door. The house was so new to Alice. Her parents were silent. Alice moved to their new bedroom. She cracked the door open slightly and saw them unpacking valuables from small black bags. As if Alice saw nothing, she quietly closed the door.
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Escaping into the hallway, Alice quickly races toward her parent's bedroom. Twists to the doorknob seem to feel fruitless. A click releases the lock from inside and a gap pops through the crack of the opening door. Whispers ripple behind the door. As if a Broadway performance, a wide swing from the door and a sashay of her mother toward the front of the home. Layers of silk and lace flutter by Alice with her mother's hair fluffed with perfume. She prances as if to lure and empress. Alice's mother approaches the front door as an alluring model. This flirtatious behavior is familiar to Alice. Her giggles and demeanor makes Alice sick to her stomach. When her mother wants something from her Alice’s father, then she openly runs the same charade.
As the conversation echoes through the house, Alice looses interest and continues to ready herself for school. Packing her lunch and finishing breakfast for the family, she hears the sweet goodbyes from her mother. The door closes and her mom greets Alice improperly.
Escaping into the hallway, Alice quickly races toward her parent's bedroom. Twists to the doorknob seem to feel fruitless. A click releases the lock from inside and a gap pops through the crack of the opening door. Whispers ripple behind the door. As if a Broadway performance, a wide swing from the door and a sashay of her mother toward the front of the home. Layers of silk and lace flutter by Alice with her mother's hair fluffed with perfume. She prances as if to lure and empress. Alice's mother approaches the front door as an alluring model. This flirtatious behavior is familiar to Alice. Her giggles and demeanor makes Alice sick to her stomach. When her mother wants something from her Alice’s father, then she openly runs the same charade.
As the conversation echoes through the house, Alice looses interest and continues to ready herself for school. Packing her lunch and finishing breakfast for the family, she hears the sweet goodbyes from her mother. The door closes and her mom greets Alice improperly.
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Items scatter into Alice's bag as she ignores the teacher and bolts to the door. Her mind is clouded by images of ancient creatures and people. She runs as if chased or hunted. Pushing and pulling her way through the students outside, Alice scrambles through the crowd. Alice envisions horrific battles of ghosts and creatures closing in on her. Darting after her, Professor Wilham pursues Alice with Peter and Shasta on his heels. A glowing light pulses from Alice's hands; she kneels down beside a brick walls and sobs uncontrollably. The teacher catches up with Alice and lowers his physical statue.
The professor comforts. “Alice. Please look at me. I want to help you.”
The young girl’s eyes are filled with hysteria. Reaching into his shirt, Doctor Wilham removes a golden medallion and presents it before Alice. Peter and Shasta witness this event in awe as other students pass in total dispassionate ignorance.
Items scatter into Alice's bag as she ignores the teacher and bolts to the door. Her mind is clouded by images of ancient creatures and people. She runs as if chased or hunted. Pushing and pulling her way through the students outside, Alice scrambles through the crowd. Alice envisions horrific battles of ghosts and creatures closing in on her. Darting after her, Professor Wilham pursues Alice with Peter and Shasta on his heels. A glowing light pulses from Alice's hands; she kneels down beside a brick walls and sobs uncontrollably. The teacher catches up with Alice and lowers his physical statue.
The professor comforts. “Alice. Please look at me. I want to help you.”
The young girl’s eyes are filled with hysteria. Reaching into his shirt, Doctor Wilham removes a golden medallion and presents it before Alice. Peter and Shasta witness this event in awe as other students pass in total dispassionate ignorance.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 3 of 13: Survival of Character
Book 3 is about a freshman teenage athlete that dreams of being like his American football playing father. Without realizing his new abilities granted by the Zodiac, Brian quickly impresses local coaches with his athletic skills. Ego and jealousy of other players could sabotage Brian's dreams. Can his character empower righteousness or will his dreams consume his ethics.
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With a frown, Kevin strolls away from the coach and wanders to the field bench. He watches the players on the field. Emotions grip as Kevin ponders about losing his quarterback position. Brian makes an incredible play by passing a 30-yard touch down after charging three defensive linemen. The coach rushed the field and praised Brian. Blood flushed Kevin's face and a fever of jealous blasted him. He slammed his fists on the bench so loud the entire team gawked in his direction. Kevin marched away from the field.
Game day challenges and frustrates many players for the Bull Dogs football team. A few of the players voiced their concerns at making a defensive lineman as a quarterback by requesting Kevin's replacement to run the first half. The coach listened to all the arguments, but he was extremely impressed by Brian's recent training session. A familiar face shows his face while approaching the coach and Brian.
Book 3 is about a freshman teenage athlete that dreams of being like his American football playing father. Without realizing his new abilities granted by the Zodiac, Brian quickly impresses local coaches with his athletic skills. Ego and jealousy of other players could sabotage Brian's dreams. Can his character empower righteousness or will his dreams consume his ethics.
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With a frown, Kevin strolls away from the coach and wanders to the field bench. He watches the players on the field. Emotions grip as Kevin ponders about losing his quarterback position. Brian makes an incredible play by passing a 30-yard touch down after charging three defensive linemen. The coach rushed the field and praised Brian. Blood flushed Kevin's face and a fever of jealous blasted him. He slammed his fists on the bench so loud the entire team gawked in his direction. Kevin marched away from the field.
Game day challenges and frustrates many players for the Bull Dogs football team. A few of the players voiced their concerns at making a defensive lineman as a quarterback by requesting Kevin's replacement to run the first half. The coach listened to all the arguments, but he was extremely impressed by Brian's recent training session. A familiar face shows his face while approaching the coach and Brian.
Collectors of Zodiac BOOK 4 of 13: Fear of a Soldier
Book 4 (Fear of a Soldier) is a story about a young female that desires to honor her father by being the best in her field. Samantha gains position but her conscious believes in merit before nepotism. A change comes when she realizes that her advancement might not be just hard work. Her father cannot find out about her special powers or his respect could be destroyed. Can Samantha keep her secret? Or will she accept the truth at the cost of losing her father's respect.
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Words pierce the thick skin of the soldier enough for Samantha to try physically assaulting Charles, but he parries the attack by grabbing her hands. His eyes close with a massive yawn forcing outward. Electric mini shocks bounce off Charles and into Samantha. Her eyes glow. Charles releases her while seating himself.
Samantha explains! “I understand! The energy comes from you Charles!”
She spins around and postures into an archer stance. A rustling sound swarms the firing range. Fingers release the energy arrow at a circle target.
Charles yells! “Bulls eye! Pull back and do it as fast as you can!”
Quickly as she can concentrate, she fires rapidly at every target. When three or more arrows tag one target, it bursts into flames or melts instantly.
Book 4 (Fear of a Soldier) is a story about a young female that desires to honor her father by being the best in her field. Samantha gains position but her conscious believes in merit before nepotism. A change comes when she realizes that her advancement might not be just hard work. Her father cannot find out about her special powers or his respect could be destroyed. Can Samantha keep her secret? Or will she accept the truth at the cost of losing her father's respect.
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Words pierce the thick skin of the soldier enough for Samantha to try physically assaulting Charles, but he parries the attack by grabbing her hands. His eyes close with a massive yawn forcing outward. Electric mini shocks bounce off Charles and into Samantha. Her eyes glow. Charles releases her while seating himself.
Samantha explains! “I understand! The energy comes from you Charles!”
She spins around and postures into an archer stance. A rustling sound swarms the firing range. Fingers release the energy arrow at a circle target.
Charles yells! “Bulls eye! Pull back and do it as fast as you can!”
Quickly as she can concentrate, she fires rapidly at every target. When three or more arrows tag one target, it bursts into flames or melts instantly.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 5 of 13:
Rough Waters
Book 5 (Rough Waters) is a short story about a young teenage male that is suffering from an unknown illness. He continues to faint but many medical professionals seemed to be puzzled with his fast recovery. Juan must find a solution or he must face the reality of losing his athletic dreams. What hidden power could heal the sick? Can his friends aid his journey?
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At first Juan is dazed and confused until the taunting voice becomes louder. Rage washes over Juan. His muscles tighten, his teeth clamp down so hard that his gums start to bleed. Their eyes lock and Juan feels another massive strike to the side of his head as flashes of light rain across his blurred vision. Richard grabs Juan by the back of Juan's shirt and tosses him into a nearby water drainage ditch.
Richard taunts Juan! “Ha, Ha! Be an Olympic mud driver! Ha, Ha, Ha!”
Immediately the muddy water turns clear and begins to cover Juan's skin. The painful strikes on him stop hurting. Richard's demeanor causes him to not notice the strange change that is happening to Juan. A slow realization awakens in Juan's mind, as he doesn't believe his eyes. Richard turns back to revel in his glory, Juan emerges from the ditch with a powerful rage. Juan tackles Richard to the ground. Richard swings vicious elbow strikes at Juan's back and head, but Juan doesn't seem fazed.
Rough Waters
Book 5 (Rough Waters) is a short story about a young teenage male that is suffering from an unknown illness. He continues to faint but many medical professionals seemed to be puzzled with his fast recovery. Juan must find a solution or he must face the reality of losing his athletic dreams. What hidden power could heal the sick? Can his friends aid his journey?
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At first Juan is dazed and confused until the taunting voice becomes louder. Rage washes over Juan. His muscles tighten, his teeth clamp down so hard that his gums start to bleed. Their eyes lock and Juan feels another massive strike to the side of his head as flashes of light rain across his blurred vision. Richard grabs Juan by the back of Juan's shirt and tosses him into a nearby water drainage ditch.
Richard taunts Juan! “Ha, Ha! Be an Olympic mud driver! Ha, Ha, Ha!”
Immediately the muddy water turns clear and begins to cover Juan's skin. The painful strikes on him stop hurting. Richard's demeanor causes him to not notice the strange change that is happening to Juan. A slow realization awakens in Juan's mind, as he doesn't believe his eyes. Richard turns back to revel in his glory, Juan emerges from the ditch with a powerful rage. Juan tackles Richard to the ground. Richard swings vicious elbow strikes at Juan's back and head, but Juan doesn't seem fazed.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 6 of 13: Joining Together
Book 6 of 13 "Joining Together" is a story of two high school teens seeking solutions for an unjust world. They fight to motivate others by informing the student body of political unfair trade practices. An irate teenager opposes them with a deep hatred that even she doesn't understand. Does history tend to repeat itself? Can two Gemini Collectors join together while being out numbered?
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An epic battle begins as the hammer-wielding commander announces the frontal charge. Arrows rain down onto the three Hanseatic League heroes, but they are completely useless as Lexis waves her left hand skyward. Sound waves redirect the arrows back to the enemy lines. Panic begins in the rear ranks of the enemy. Several Viking warriors close distance and they throw their small axes at the trio. Sand and pebbles are lifted by Lexis while the handsome bearded warrior closes his right hand toward the axes. Small explosives ignite before them. It seems the axes are blown back towards the Vikings.
The mad dash of the Vikings is slowed and they form a cruel shield wall of men. Loud shouts and pounding sounds of weapons greet the powerful trio, as they haven’t moved. They wait. Less than sixty meters of distance the Viking blow a trumpet and surround the trio.
Book 6 of 13 "Joining Together" is a story of two high school teens seeking solutions for an unjust world. They fight to motivate others by informing the student body of political unfair trade practices. An irate teenager opposes them with a deep hatred that even she doesn't understand. Does history tend to repeat itself? Can two Gemini Collectors join together while being out numbered?
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An epic battle begins as the hammer-wielding commander announces the frontal charge. Arrows rain down onto the three Hanseatic League heroes, but they are completely useless as Lexis waves her left hand skyward. Sound waves redirect the arrows back to the enemy lines. Panic begins in the rear ranks of the enemy. Several Viking warriors close distance and they throw their small axes at the trio. Sand and pebbles are lifted by Lexis while the handsome bearded warrior closes his right hand toward the axes. Small explosives ignite before them. It seems the axes are blown back towards the Vikings.
The mad dash of the Vikings is slowed and they form a cruel shield wall of men. Loud shouts and pounding sounds of weapons greet the powerful trio, as they haven’t moved. They wait. Less than sixty meters of distance the Viking blow a trumpet and surround the trio.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 7 of 13: Shades of Gray
Book 7 of 13 "Shades of Gray" is a continuation of Book 6 with returning characters forging forward in life and their relationships. Gudrun Dunderland is a young woman who struggles with a hate in her heart that she cannot ignore. Fellow students offer a truce for unity during a chaotic period in high school. Will she accept their friendship? Can she believe the unbelievable? Change transforms us all, will this story change your perception?
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The classroom echoes with her words. Small sparks flash before her eyes. She remembers the confrontation earlier with Cheyenne. Energy was pulled from my body but seems to be returning.
Gudrun ponders. “Was I poisoned by Cheyenne?”
She looks at her hands and then the mallet on the workbench. The security director had a hammer in his office. A feeling of need drives Gudrun to take the hammer. Then a flashback of the small statue in the professor’s office slams into her psyche.
The confused Gudrun is puzzled. “The statue drains energy! I remember! Before we entered the Trelleborgen I felt it siphon raw power. What am I talking about?”
Laughter shakes the silence of the woodshop classroom as Gudrun cackles about her sanity. She turns to the door to leave. Curiosity taunts Gudrun and runs back to the mallet.
Book 7 of 13 "Shades of Gray" is a continuation of Book 6 with returning characters forging forward in life and their relationships. Gudrun Dunderland is a young woman who struggles with a hate in her heart that she cannot ignore. Fellow students offer a truce for unity during a chaotic period in high school. Will she accept their friendship? Can she believe the unbelievable? Change transforms us all, will this story change your perception?
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The classroom echoes with her words. Small sparks flash before her eyes. She remembers the confrontation earlier with Cheyenne. Energy was pulled from my body but seems to be returning.
Gudrun ponders. “Was I poisoned by Cheyenne?”
She looks at her hands and then the mallet on the workbench. The security director had a hammer in his office. A feeling of need drives Gudrun to take the hammer. Then a flashback of the small statue in the professor’s office slams into her psyche.
The confused Gudrun is puzzled. “The statue drains energy! I remember! Before we entered the Trelleborgen I felt it siphon raw power. What am I talking about?”
Laughter shakes the silence of the woodshop classroom as Gudrun cackles about her sanity. She turns to the door to leave. Curiosity taunts Gudrun and runs back to the mallet.
Collectors of Zodiac, Book 8 of 13: When are we there?
Book 8 of 13 "When are we there” is a story of a powerful young teenager that struggles with reality. Time is like water for Aubree as she discovers the power of the Libra Zodiac. However imagine finding yourself in a mental facility under heavy medications. Can she learn to control her new powers or go insane as time repeats?
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Aubree laughs and states. “Why should I climb? I will just float down when I desire like my puffy sky animals.”
Leaning forward Jenny reaches out to Aubree then the shaky ladder buckles and both females fall. Softly bouncing off the ground Jenny lands on her knees while Aubree stands above her. The crowds of mental patients roar and cheer. Impossible to hear above the commotion Aubree speaks but Jenny cannot make sense of lips nor the situation.
Book 8 of 13 "When are we there” is a story of a powerful young teenager that struggles with reality. Time is like water for Aubree as she discovers the power of the Libra Zodiac. However imagine finding yourself in a mental facility under heavy medications. Can she learn to control her new powers or go insane as time repeats?
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Aubree laughs and states. “Why should I climb? I will just float down when I desire like my puffy sky animals.”
Leaning forward Jenny reaches out to Aubree then the shaky ladder buckles and both females fall. Softly bouncing off the ground Jenny lands on her knees while Aubree stands above her. The crowds of mental patients roar and cheer. Impossible to hear above the commotion Aubree speaks but Jenny cannot make sense of lips nor the situation.
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The professor tries to reason with the security officer but the team charges. Professor Wilham quickly reacts and moves away from the security officer’s attacks. The pretty teen girl seems to be everywhere and nowhere. Her actions are breath taking as he defends the professor. Two security officers ignore the teenager and the professor and they set their eyes on Aubree. As the two men engage, Nurse Jenny defends Aubree by charging.
Aubree feels frightened for Jenny and cries out! “No! Stop this!”
Darkness falls and everyone is transported inside and ancient temple. The smell of rust fills the air. An absence of light blinds everybody until the professor removes a micro flashlight from his pocket. He uses the flashlight to reveal what seems to be a marvelous recreation of a religious ceremony chamber with Mayan men painting the walls. Confusion freezes the security team while the professor tries to communicate with the Mayan priests. His ancient Mesoamerican is amazingly fluid and the priests answer back. It seems this must have happened before since the strangers do not shock the priests. One priest rapidly places jade and bone necklaces on the females in the group. An obsidian knife is given to the professor while three jaguar warriors appear and wrestle the security team to submission.
The professor tries to reason with the security officer but the team charges. Professor Wilham quickly reacts and moves away from the security officer’s attacks. The pretty teen girl seems to be everywhere and nowhere. Her actions are breath taking as he defends the professor. Two security officers ignore the teenager and the professor and they set their eyes on Aubree. As the two men engage, Nurse Jenny defends Aubree by charging.
Aubree feels frightened for Jenny and cries out! “No! Stop this!”
Darkness falls and everyone is transported inside and ancient temple. The smell of rust fills the air. An absence of light blinds everybody until the professor removes a micro flashlight from his pocket. He uses the flashlight to reveal what seems to be a marvelous recreation of a religious ceremony chamber with Mayan men painting the walls. Confusion freezes the security team while the professor tries to communicate with the Mayan priests. His ancient Mesoamerican is amazingly fluid and the priests answer back. It seems this must have happened before since the strangers do not shock the priests. One priest rapidly places jade and bone necklaces on the females in the group. An obsidian knife is given to the professor while three jaguar warriors appear and wrestle the security team to submission.
Collectors of Zodiac: Armour Skin with Naked Heart - Book 9 of 13
Book 9 of 13 "Armour Skin with Naked Heart” is a story of about a teenager that has to deal with an abusive father while struggling with his gentle soul. Bullies have plagued this overachieving academic young man so now he must stand up. Can knowledge and his Cancer Zodiac powers help him fight? Or will his friends lead the charge? Some earlier characters rejoin the fray from Book 1 of 13.
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The librarian feels welcome to discuss the topic. “You might already know this but Judaism almost perished under the Seleucid Empire.”
Chris looks in her face and replies. “Really. So the Seleucids tried to kill off all the Jews? I thought they were a noble empire after reading that they dismissed slavery and allowed any culture into their land.”
The librarian giggles and educates. “No, no, no. Because of the end of slavery in the kingdom and the good treatment of the Jews was the reason that almost ended the Jewish religion. You see during that time almost every empire used slaves. Many slaves were under a fixed time and voluntarily entered slavery. That type of slavery was called indentured servitude. However other city states like Sparta had Helots and these men were forced into slavery forever and could never be free until death.”
Chris inquires. “Why did the Judaism almost perish under their reign?”
Moving some pages in the old book, the librarian reveals some lost truth. “The treatment of people with capital or money was the way of the Seleucid Empire operated. People of all walks of life were treated the same, regardless of religion similar to Babylon. So many Jews converted to Hellenistic type of religion to show their faith in Seleucid rule. Remember during this time there wasn't any concept of Atheism.”
Book 9 of 13 "Armour Skin with Naked Heart” is a story of about a teenager that has to deal with an abusive father while struggling with his gentle soul. Bullies have plagued this overachieving academic young man so now he must stand up. Can knowledge and his Cancer Zodiac powers help him fight? Or will his friends lead the charge? Some earlier characters rejoin the fray from Book 1 of 13.
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The librarian feels welcome to discuss the topic. “You might already know this but Judaism almost perished under the Seleucid Empire.”
Chris looks in her face and replies. “Really. So the Seleucids tried to kill off all the Jews? I thought they were a noble empire after reading that they dismissed slavery and allowed any culture into their land.”
The librarian giggles and educates. “No, no, no. Because of the end of slavery in the kingdom and the good treatment of the Jews was the reason that almost ended the Jewish religion. You see during that time almost every empire used slaves. Many slaves were under a fixed time and voluntarily entered slavery. That type of slavery was called indentured servitude. However other city states like Sparta had Helots and these men were forced into slavery forever and could never be free until death.”
Chris inquires. “Why did the Judaism almost perish under their reign?”
Moving some pages in the old book, the librarian reveals some lost truth. “The treatment of people with capital or money was the way of the Seleucid Empire operated. People of all walks of life were treated the same, regardless of religion similar to Babylon. So many Jews converted to Hellenistic type of religion to show their faith in Seleucid rule. Remember during this time there wasn't any concept of Atheism.”
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Words bounce around in Chris’s psyche. Boy is the word his dad uses when he disrespects Chris. Anger is dynamite. Words is the fuse.
Chris shouts! “I tried to walk away! I need to walk away! No I won’t!”
Silver bands of energy flow around Chris as psychic armor wraps his body. A gleaming silver chest plate and grieves instantly appears with a silver hoplon style shield emerging from his forearm. The teens are shocked by the display and they freeze in disbelief. As the spectacular Corinthian helmet arises from the top of his head, Chris throws the hoplon at the stunned teenagers. Traveling through the air the hoplon spins faster and faster toward the wishing well. Wits regain by the troublesome teenagers as they dive for salvation. Seconds later the silver energy hoplon cuts through the statue in the center of the wishing well then disappears. The loud crash alerts anyone nearby. Chris’s friends race to his side. Stacy Paul flies around the corner to see Chris clad in silver energy armor.
Words bounce around in Chris’s psyche. Boy is the word his dad uses when he disrespects Chris. Anger is dynamite. Words is the fuse.
Chris shouts! “I tried to walk away! I need to walk away! No I won’t!”
Silver bands of energy flow around Chris as psychic armor wraps his body. A gleaming silver chest plate and grieves instantly appears with a silver hoplon style shield emerging from his forearm. The teens are shocked by the display and they freeze in disbelief. As the spectacular Corinthian helmet arises from the top of his head, Chris throws the hoplon at the stunned teenagers. Traveling through the air the hoplon spins faster and faster toward the wishing well. Wits regain by the troublesome teenagers as they dive for salvation. Seconds later the silver energy hoplon cuts through the statue in the center of the wishing well then disappears. The loud crash alerts anyone nearby. Chris’s friends race to his side. Stacy Paul flies around the corner to see Chris clad in silver energy armor.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 10: Nature can Nurture
Book 10 of 13 “Nature can Nurture” is a story of a young man beginning his senior year in a public high school. His father believes deeply in Japanese tradition while his mother is a famous genetically modified food scientist. Taiko must choose a path of tradition or science. Can he choose or will he pave his own path. A few friends help the young collector decide as Taiko discovers the power within. History merges with the present in order to determine his reality. Ancient Greek culture overlaps Classical Japanese history in the mind bending experience. Who is the juggernaut?
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Seventh period bell rings closing out the day, Taiko snatches up his books and belongings with frustration floating in his mind. He remembers the promise to walk home from school with Shyla so Taiko waits for her at the rear entrance of the high school. A pebble near the rear gate captures his attention as boredom bubbles in his veins. The rock is a strange blue shiny color and the sunlight dances upon its hue. Sounds chirp from the rock like an animal call. Taiko drowns in the calling of the rock and he stumbles over to it. He picks up the small pebble and a flash of blue tint changes his surroundings. Observing the slight change, Taiko feels some sort of change in his body.
Book 10 of 13 “Nature can Nurture” is a story of a young man beginning his senior year in a public high school. His father believes deeply in Japanese tradition while his mother is a famous genetically modified food scientist. Taiko must choose a path of tradition or science. Can he choose or will he pave his own path. A few friends help the young collector decide as Taiko discovers the power within. History merges with the present in order to determine his reality. Ancient Greek culture overlaps Classical Japanese history in the mind bending experience. Who is the juggernaut?
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Seventh period bell rings closing out the day, Taiko snatches up his books and belongings with frustration floating in his mind. He remembers the promise to walk home from school with Shyla so Taiko waits for her at the rear entrance of the high school. A pebble near the rear gate captures his attention as boredom bubbles in his veins. The rock is a strange blue shiny color and the sunlight dances upon its hue. Sounds chirp from the rock like an animal call. Taiko drowns in the calling of the rock and he stumbles over to it. He picks up the small pebble and a flash of blue tint changes his surroundings. Observing the slight change, Taiko feels some sort of change in his body.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 11: Life changes Lifestyle
Book 11 of 13 “Life changes Lifestyle” is a story of a high school woman that has struggled with obesity. Her secret love grants her a child but will this help her situation. Power from the Leo constellation changes her entire world until peer pressure nudges her into trouble. How can a child with child deal with school mixed with an unknown power from the stars?
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Transfer of energy weeps from Tawny’s baby. This power transports Tawny back to the tall grass. Something is different. Positive emotions swim in the air around her. Visions of Native American teepees dot the horizon with the smell of seasoned barbeque in the wind. Others footsteps among men noticed the Yellowstone River by the familiar swishing sounds. Smiles abound as she enters the camp with three horses in toe. Faces of children litter the camp while they run around Tawny. In her head she whispers that these are her people. Smiling with content, the medical staff is amazed with pleasant delivery of a first time mother. They clean the baby and present it to Tawny. Her family closes in to comfort the new mother. Joy is shouted from Tawny’s face while she strokes the face of her son.
Book 11 of 13 “Life changes Lifestyle” is a story of a high school woman that has struggled with obesity. Her secret love grants her a child but will this help her situation. Power from the Leo constellation changes her entire world until peer pressure nudges her into trouble. How can a child with child deal with school mixed with an unknown power from the stars?
(Excerpt)
Transfer of energy weeps from Tawny’s baby. This power transports Tawny back to the tall grass. Something is different. Positive emotions swim in the air around her. Visions of Native American teepees dot the horizon with the smell of seasoned barbeque in the wind. Others footsteps among men noticed the Yellowstone River by the familiar swishing sounds. Smiles abound as she enters the camp with three horses in toe. Faces of children litter the camp while they run around Tawny. In her head she whispers that these are her people. Smiling with content, the medical staff is amazed with pleasant delivery of a first time mother. They clean the baby and present it to Tawny. Her family closes in to comfort the new mother. Joy is shouted from Tawny’s face while she strokes the face of her son.
Collectors of Zodiac Book 12 of 13 (The Crossing and the Victims)
Book 12 of 13 “The Crossing and the Victims” is a story of a high school senior that matures into womanhood only to be plagued by nightmares. For years she has used her special Scorpio Zodiac power to advance beyond her peers but now that same power betrays her. Friends and family try to help with the madness. Can she deal with memories of a powerful and ruthless Collector of Zodiac? What kind of horrors will she face? Can love conquer madness? Many characters from prior stories appear from books 3, 4, 7, 8, and 9. Trauma, tragedy, and a terrifying ending will capture your imagination.
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Cheyenne brags while she puts her arm around Gudrun's neck in a chummy way. “Well now Miss Dunderland, let me educate you on the Scorpio Zodiac with a children story. One day a scorpion marches to the river and introduces herself to a frog. She asks the frog for passage across the river but the frog testifies that scorpions are dangerous. The scorpion showed the frog that she can change color therefore scorpions can change from dangerous to peaceful.”
Gudrun interrupts! “You can change color!”
Cheyenne releases her arm and looks directly in Gudrun's face. “Can I finish my story? Where was I, oh yes? The frog agreed to help the scorpion. So the frog allowed the scorpion on his back and they began to cross the river. Halfway across the river the scorpion noticed a piece of drift wood so she stung the frog. The frog cries out and states that they will both drown. Then the scorpion leaped onto the drift wood then laughed. She confesses that she was hungry and a dead frog floats.”
Book 12 of 13 “The Crossing and the Victims” is a story of a high school senior that matures into womanhood only to be plagued by nightmares. For years she has used her special Scorpio Zodiac power to advance beyond her peers but now that same power betrays her. Friends and family try to help with the madness. Can she deal with memories of a powerful and ruthless Collector of Zodiac? What kind of horrors will she face? Can love conquer madness? Many characters from prior stories appear from books 3, 4, 7, 8, and 9. Trauma, tragedy, and a terrifying ending will capture your imagination.
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Cheyenne brags while she puts her arm around Gudrun's neck in a chummy way. “Well now Miss Dunderland, let me educate you on the Scorpio Zodiac with a children story. One day a scorpion marches to the river and introduces herself to a frog. She asks the frog for passage across the river but the frog testifies that scorpions are dangerous. The scorpion showed the frog that she can change color therefore scorpions can change from dangerous to peaceful.”
Gudrun interrupts! “You can change color!”
Cheyenne releases her arm and looks directly in Gudrun's face. “Can I finish my story? Where was I, oh yes? The frog agreed to help the scorpion. So the frog allowed the scorpion on his back and they began to cross the river. Halfway across the river the scorpion noticed a piece of drift wood so she stung the frog. The frog cries out and states that they will both drown. Then the scorpion leaped onto the drift wood then laughed. She confesses that she was hungry and a dead frog floats.”
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Bones rattle with drums pounding in Cheyenne's head as she runs through the thick wooded area. Exhaustion claims another victim as Cheyenne collapses by a mossy tree. Closing her eyes she falls into a dark dream with the skeleton warriors gesturing her to follow. Cliffs stop crashing waves of the ocean with sea salt blowing sand in her face. Turning to face a massive bone fire, Cheyenne witnesses detailed body painted African women dancing to the music. Hooting from perimeter guards alert the entire tribe and the drums and dancing comes to a halt. Twenty men on horses approach the tribe while many Africans touching the bare skin of Cheyenne. She feels a massive surge of Scorpio power. The horsemen slowly enter the camp while skeleton warriors intently observe them. A well groomed man emerges from the horsemen wearing a purple turban with a golden tassel. He announces a parlay with a Turkish tongue.
Popping up behind him, Cheyenne speaks. “I am Zanj the shaman and leader of Maliesea Coast warriors. Which empire are you heralding from?”
Bones rattle with drums pounding in Cheyenne's head as she runs through the thick wooded area. Exhaustion claims another victim as Cheyenne collapses by a mossy tree. Closing her eyes she falls into a dark dream with the skeleton warriors gesturing her to follow. Cliffs stop crashing waves of the ocean with sea salt blowing sand in her face. Turning to face a massive bone fire, Cheyenne witnesses detailed body painted African women dancing to the music. Hooting from perimeter guards alert the entire tribe and the drums and dancing comes to a halt. Twenty men on horses approach the tribe while many Africans touching the bare skin of Cheyenne. She feels a massive surge of Scorpio power. The horsemen slowly enter the camp while skeleton warriors intently observe them. A well groomed man emerges from the horsemen wearing a purple turban with a golden tassel. He announces a parlay with a Turkish tongue.
Popping up behind him, Cheyenne speaks. “I am Zanj the shaman and leader of Maliesea Coast warriors. Which empire are you heralding from?”
Collectors of Zodiac Book 13 of 13: Stars Align
Book 13 of 13 “Stars Align” is the conclusion of the first series. The lead character “Professor Wilham” falls by a mysterious illness while many Collectors of Zodiac band together to help their community. New powers are revealed by every collector within the series as they train together. Gangs and organized crime find that these Zodiac Collectors are a force to be reckoned with while the mysterious sickness chokes the area. Take a wild roller coast ride as this book morphs many plot lines into a powerful ending!
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Bouncing photons in many different directions by using the Scorpio Zodiac ability, Cheyenne ignores the warnings of her father. The dazzles of light refraction prove futile during the day against Gudrun when she focuses her Capricorn Zodiac power. Wind gusts whip up in the vector of Cheyenne and Gudrun lifts her hand. Air pushes Cheyenne into the sky then she begins to fall. A touch from Josh to Chris signals something they have practiced. Fire springs from the hands of Josh and he floods it towards Chris. The Cancer Zodiac absorbs these flames then he converts it to a big pole under Cheyenne. She grabs the pole and slides to earth without harm. Rage burns in the eyes of Brian and he runs out to check on Cheyenne. Power churns in Taurus Zodiac through Brian and he races to stop Gudrun before she can hurt Cheyenne. Seconds before he collides, she uses the idol combined with the Capricorn Zodiac. He is tossed into the air with ease then lands in some trees a few hundred steps away.
Collectors of Zodiac, Book 14: Flee Life or Fly the Fight (Invisible Empire)
Time and powerful people have closed your eyes from the truth. Time cannot be controlled until you open your mind. Seconds can be transformed into hours when the human mind is clear with logic. This is the foundation of civilization and culture. However many people seek dominance of the innocent. History has been written by people with time or power. Constellations have existed since the beginning of time while these bright stars shine down on the lives of humanity. Power has been transmitted to a small minority of humans. These people are called Collectors of Zodiac. They can tap into their life force and transform the world around them. Knowledge and time can enhance these abilities but they hide in the shadows from mankind. The time has come for these Collectors of Zodiac unveil to save our innocent and maybe our civilization.
Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 14 "Flee Life or Fly the Fight" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original series into the future. The world has been in a period of peace by a one world government for a few years until recently. Criminals and changes in social promises have created global protests with civil unrest on the horizon. Professor Thane Wilham has been investigating some recent strange behavior in his area only to discover murder and conspiracy. This starts a major conflict between the Collectors of Zodiac with an unknown group referred to as the Invisible Empire.
Excerpt from Book 14:
Shasta says with tears in her eyes. “I am in my father's room.”
With excitement on his breath the man states. “Shasta, under the right lamp desk is a gun. Get it now. Once you have the gun, release the safety and pull the top slide backward. The gun will be ready. Now listen to me very carefully! Go downstairs, find the stranger then shoot him four times. After he falls, run outside and fire the gun into the air. Stand in the middle of the street while pointing the gun toward the house. Alright, tell me what I told you!”
Sounds of sobbing is witnessed by the man on the phone by the young woman. He yells at Shasta over the phone to repeat his instructions. Shasta repeats his plans but when she tries to speak about shooting the stranger her voice breaks with emotional pain. Again the voice on the phone demands the young female repeat his instructions. Seconds later the woman finally spits out the route as her hands shake. One foot before the other, Shasta moves to the door. Peeping through the cracked door, her eyes seek moving shadows in order to prep her escape. The young woman’s hand wets the gun in sweat as anxiety takes hold. Banging noises can be heard on the east side of the house and Shasta believes this is a good time to bolt.
Excerpt from Book 14:
These words crash upon the young collectors and their friends. Lexis tries to re-direct the shock wave but many are toss about. Bodies are flung into each other and Tony receives the brunt of these hyper sonic waves. He is shaken to a bewildered consciousness. Using her Scorpio Collector ability, Cheyenne evades the carnage but she falls prey to Naqad the older more experience Scorpio Collector. Quick attacks to Cheyenne's legs cause her to crash on her side. Naqad is relentless by tenaciously assaulting Cheyenne even kicking her as she lays on the ground. Fury surges in the young Taurus, Brian pushes pass the pain and he charges Naqad. Seconds before Brian strikes Naqad, the older Gemini twins pounce using a shatter wave. This breaks up the concrete under Brian causing the young Taurus Collector to slip and fall. Combining power to protect their friends, Lexis and Tony join. They focus on saving Cheyenne from further assaults by Naqad. Lexis screams like a banshee. Sound waves slam Naqad away from Cheyenne's position until Pollux neutralizes the attack. Castor fires charged air particles at Lexis. Still weak from the initial blast by the older Gemini twins, Tony barely absorbs the converted matter. This grants Naqad enough time to focus on Lexis as a target. A few bulldogs try to block Naqad from Lexis but the Scorpio Collector savages the young men. Blood sprays from the mouth of a bulldog member onto Tony by Naqad's vicious attacks.
Lexis screams with horror and Tony mumbles telepathically. “I agree with you. We need to flee. Let's draw them away from our friends. I only have enough life force to run.”
Lexis replies telepathically. “I want to try something new.”
Time and powerful people have closed your eyes from the truth. Time cannot be controlled until you open your mind. Seconds can be transformed into hours when the human mind is clear with logic. This is the foundation of civilization and culture. However many people seek dominance of the innocent. History has been written by people with time or power. Constellations have existed since the beginning of time while these bright stars shine down on the lives of humanity. Power has been transmitted to a small minority of humans. These people are called Collectors of Zodiac. They can tap into their life force and transform the world around them. Knowledge and time can enhance these abilities but they hide in the shadows from mankind. The time has come for these Collectors of Zodiac unveil to save our innocent and maybe our civilization.
Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 14 "Flee Life or Fly the Fight" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original series into the future. The world has been in a period of peace by a one world government for a few years until recently. Criminals and changes in social promises have created global protests with civil unrest on the horizon. Professor Thane Wilham has been investigating some recent strange behavior in his area only to discover murder and conspiracy. This starts a major conflict between the Collectors of Zodiac with an unknown group referred to as the Invisible Empire.
Excerpt from Book 14:
Shasta says with tears in her eyes. “I am in my father's room.”
With excitement on his breath the man states. “Shasta, under the right lamp desk is a gun. Get it now. Once you have the gun, release the safety and pull the top slide backward. The gun will be ready. Now listen to me very carefully! Go downstairs, find the stranger then shoot him four times. After he falls, run outside and fire the gun into the air. Stand in the middle of the street while pointing the gun toward the house. Alright, tell me what I told you!”
Sounds of sobbing is witnessed by the man on the phone by the young woman. He yells at Shasta over the phone to repeat his instructions. Shasta repeats his plans but when she tries to speak about shooting the stranger her voice breaks with emotional pain. Again the voice on the phone demands the young female repeat his instructions. Seconds later the woman finally spits out the route as her hands shake. One foot before the other, Shasta moves to the door. Peeping through the cracked door, her eyes seek moving shadows in order to prep her escape. The young woman’s hand wets the gun in sweat as anxiety takes hold. Banging noises can be heard on the east side of the house and Shasta believes this is a good time to bolt.
Excerpt from Book 14:
These words crash upon the young collectors and their friends. Lexis tries to re-direct the shock wave but many are toss about. Bodies are flung into each other and Tony receives the brunt of these hyper sonic waves. He is shaken to a bewildered consciousness. Using her Scorpio Collector ability, Cheyenne evades the carnage but she falls prey to Naqad the older more experience Scorpio Collector. Quick attacks to Cheyenne's legs cause her to crash on her side. Naqad is relentless by tenaciously assaulting Cheyenne even kicking her as she lays on the ground. Fury surges in the young Taurus, Brian pushes pass the pain and he charges Naqad. Seconds before Brian strikes Naqad, the older Gemini twins pounce using a shatter wave. This breaks up the concrete under Brian causing the young Taurus Collector to slip and fall. Combining power to protect their friends, Lexis and Tony join. They focus on saving Cheyenne from further assaults by Naqad. Lexis screams like a banshee. Sound waves slam Naqad away from Cheyenne's position until Pollux neutralizes the attack. Castor fires charged air particles at Lexis. Still weak from the initial blast by the older Gemini twins, Tony barely absorbs the converted matter. This grants Naqad enough time to focus on Lexis as a target. A few bulldogs try to block Naqad from Lexis but the Scorpio Collector savages the young men. Blood sprays from the mouth of a bulldog member onto Tony by Naqad's vicious attacks.
Lexis screams with horror and Tony mumbles telepathically. “I agree with you. We need to flee. Let's draw them away from our friends. I only have enough life force to run.”
Lexis replies telepathically. “I want to try something new.”
Collectors of Zodiac, Book 15: Memories of the Fallen (Invisible Empire)
Time and powerful people have closed your eyes from the truth. History has been written by people with power. Star constellations have existed since the beginning of time while these bright stars shine down on the lives of humanity. Power has been transmitted to a small minority of humans. These people are called Collectors of Zodiac. They can tap into any life force and transform the world around them. Knowledge and time can enhance these abilities but they hide in the shadows from mankind. An era has come for these Collectors of Zodiac to unveil and save our innocence and maybe our way of life.
Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 15 "Memories of the Fallen" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original books into the future. The world has been in a period of peace by a one world government for a few years until recently. Criminals and changes in social promises have created global protests with civil unrest on the horizon. Professor Thane Wilham has been investigating some recent strange behavior in his area only to discover murder and conspiracy. This starts a major conflict between the Collectors of Zodiac with an unknown group referred to as the Invisible Empire.
Excerpt from Book 15:
Pain invades the professor's mind when the kinetic weapon's micro splinters move into his shoulder. This reminds him of the time he met a middle aged military professional in a restaurant. The aura of the military man is waning. Death will come soon to the powerful individual. Another side affect of being a Ophiuchus Collector of Zodiac. Death is a visual that the professor refuses to live around so he pays his bill then prepares to leave the restaurant until a small child enters. The little red haired girl races through and hops into soldier's lap. Peering over his shoulder, the professor notes the little girl's aura has power. Another Collector of Zodiac graces Professor Wilham's position in just a few weeks. Yellow hues blasts from the little girl then it twists around her dying father. Questions bounce as the professor feels compelled to investigate.
Patience is extremely easy for a man that can't remember his age. Seconds feel like drops of rain to the man whom has survived hundreds of waterfalls. Years conduct an interpretation that grants the professor enough information to know where the military professional is stationed. Listening to names called out by the waitress states beyond the obvious of the identity of the sick man. The energetic young girl seems to possess the ability of a Collector of Zodiac therefore the professor seeks a way to get closer to the family. He positions himself to touch the sick military man. This gives him a physical thermometer of the man's condition. By drinking some of the man's life force reveals his illness.
Excerpt from Book 15:
Minutes spin by as the interrogator snarls at the professor. This is not the first time Professor Wilham has been interrogated. A flashback triggers in the ancient man's memories with a sunrise bleaching the sky. Brass swords and bronze shields litter the landscape before him. Words spill before the ancient man in a tongue he cannot translate. Peering down to his own clothing, the professor remembers his bronze age armor when he was hired as a mercenary. The cloth around his arm and leg signified Celtiberian of Hispania. The horde is merciless and they pummel him with revenge in their hearts. Professor Wilham was one man but fought like 100 before his adversary. The same gaze in the modern man's face was exactly the same as the blood soaked North Africans. A scheme of escape pops into the mind of the ancient man.
Time and powerful people have closed your eyes from the truth. History has been written by people with power. Star constellations have existed since the beginning of time while these bright stars shine down on the lives of humanity. Power has been transmitted to a small minority of humans. These people are called Collectors of Zodiac. They can tap into any life force and transform the world around them. Knowledge and time can enhance these abilities but they hide in the shadows from mankind. An era has come for these Collectors of Zodiac to unveil and save our innocence and maybe our way of life.
Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 15 "Memories of the Fallen" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original books into the future. The world has been in a period of peace by a one world government for a few years until recently. Criminals and changes in social promises have created global protests with civil unrest on the horizon. Professor Thane Wilham has been investigating some recent strange behavior in his area only to discover murder and conspiracy. This starts a major conflict between the Collectors of Zodiac with an unknown group referred to as the Invisible Empire.
Excerpt from Book 15:
Pain invades the professor's mind when the kinetic weapon's micro splinters move into his shoulder. This reminds him of the time he met a middle aged military professional in a restaurant. The aura of the military man is waning. Death will come soon to the powerful individual. Another side affect of being a Ophiuchus Collector of Zodiac. Death is a visual that the professor refuses to live around so he pays his bill then prepares to leave the restaurant until a small child enters. The little red haired girl races through and hops into soldier's lap. Peering over his shoulder, the professor notes the little girl's aura has power. Another Collector of Zodiac graces Professor Wilham's position in just a few weeks. Yellow hues blasts from the little girl then it twists around her dying father. Questions bounce as the professor feels compelled to investigate.
Patience is extremely easy for a man that can't remember his age. Seconds feel like drops of rain to the man whom has survived hundreds of waterfalls. Years conduct an interpretation that grants the professor enough information to know where the military professional is stationed. Listening to names called out by the waitress states beyond the obvious of the identity of the sick man. The energetic young girl seems to possess the ability of a Collector of Zodiac therefore the professor seeks a way to get closer to the family. He positions himself to touch the sick military man. This gives him a physical thermometer of the man's condition. By drinking some of the man's life force reveals his illness.
Excerpt from Book 15:
Minutes spin by as the interrogator snarls at the professor. This is not the first time Professor Wilham has been interrogated. A flashback triggers in the ancient man's memories with a sunrise bleaching the sky. Brass swords and bronze shields litter the landscape before him. Words spill before the ancient man in a tongue he cannot translate. Peering down to his own clothing, the professor remembers his bronze age armor when he was hired as a mercenary. The cloth around his arm and leg signified Celtiberian of Hispania. The horde is merciless and they pummel him with revenge in their hearts. Professor Wilham was one man but fought like 100 before his adversary. The same gaze in the modern man's face was exactly the same as the blood soaked North Africans. A scheme of escape pops into the mind of the ancient man.
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Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 16 "Revelations" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original books into the future. After being shot, Professor Thane Wilham tried to escape from the corrupt global security force in his area. In book 15 “Memories of the Fallen”, Thane is physically restored in a locked down hospital. Mentally, the professor battles his own subconscious and his zodiac power. Ophiuchus is the name of his zodiac with the power of immortality. Thousands of years of living has forged the professor into a weapon. Salvation is delivered by Thane's former students and the oldest known Ophiuchus, Adam. Rescue is desired by everyone in Book 16 with the professor willing to risk it all to save a caged Collector of Zodiac. Will the hospital continue to be their prison or maybe their graves. Can the small group of Collectors of Zodiac escape the clutches of the Invisible Empire?
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Excerpt from Book 16:
Sounds of two men beating their chests with words as Adam leads the young collectors away. Taiko is awestruck over the size of Thorhelm. He is a mountain of a man and can barely fit down the hallway. Seconds before the young collectors get to safety, Thane charges. With quick low kicks, Professor Wilham tries to break the structure of the large man. Wild powerful swings emit from Thorhelm but Thane dodges with ease. Frustration mounts for both fighters. Professor Wilham realizes that Thorhelm is well conditioned for pain, therefore the professor forms a new strategy. The human body is shaped with many natural weaknesses. Respiration must be paced in order to conserve oxygen in the blood, but the increase in heat resists the absorption. By making the large man move, his muscles heat up and oxygen will decrease proportionally. A second major defect in mammals is that certain parts of the structure cannot be defended. Using this information, the professor continues to assault certain body parts. Strikes to Thorhelm's knees, hip, kidneys, elbows, ankles, and bladder begin to wear down the massive man. Pain ripples from Thorhelm combined with frustration forces him toward a wild rage. He smashes the walls, furniture, and floor but Thane is a master of hand to hand combat. After a few minutes, Thorhelm releases his Capricorn powers by controlling the air in the hallway. A minor vortex pulls Thane into Thorhelm's hands.
Thorhelm shouts! “I have you now little man!”
Excerpt from Book 16:
Time is irrelevant for the small group of people. Memories and knowledge is shared. Everyone contributes with their special experiences. This pool of expertise brings forth a plan to escape. The exact plans are not revealed in a clear picture but feelings of confidence floods their minds. Tugs of small hands pull the group back to reality. Sung is trying to reawaken the professor. As the group snaps back to awareness, ropes are slapping the windows. Security forces prepare to assault through the glass. Samantha gestures for Taiko to help tether the medical privacy shroud across the seven windows. Thane cracks the door in order to listen for movement in the halls. A few flash bang grenades are both shot through the windows and down the halls. This announces a massive insertion of soldiers to bear down on the small room on the third floor. Microseconds after the bright flash in the room from the windows, fourteen men bash through the glass. Surprise is doubled crossed as Adam absorbs the bright light while Samantha executes her trip wire. By wearing special goggles, the security troops are protected from the bright flash but they are clothes lined by Samantha's trap. All of these soldiers are knocked to the ground while the young collectors disarm these men. Juan crushes their firearms near him. Taiko steals metal weapons using his Aries zodiac. Kinetic energy is converted by Sung as she assaults the fallen soldiers. It is a perfect concert to ambush the surprise.
Sounds of two men beating their chests with words as Adam leads the young collectors away. Taiko is awestruck over the size of Thorhelm. He is a mountain of a man and can barely fit down the hallway. Seconds before the young collectors get to safety, Thane charges. With quick low kicks, Professor Wilham tries to break the structure of the large man. Wild powerful swings emit from Thorhelm but Thane dodges with ease. Frustration mounts for both fighters. Professor Wilham realizes that Thorhelm is well conditioned for pain, therefore the professor forms a new strategy. The human body is shaped with many natural weaknesses. Respiration must be paced in order to conserve oxygen in the blood, but the increase in heat resists the absorption. By making the large man move, his muscles heat up and oxygen will decrease proportionally. A second major defect in mammals is that certain parts of the structure cannot be defended. Using this information, the professor continues to assault certain body parts. Strikes to Thorhelm's knees, hip, kidneys, elbows, ankles, and bladder begin to wear down the massive man. Pain ripples from Thorhelm combined with frustration forces him toward a wild rage. He smashes the walls, furniture, and floor but Thane is a master of hand to hand combat. After a few minutes, Thorhelm releases his Capricorn powers by controlling the air in the hallway. A minor vortex pulls Thane into Thorhelm's hands.
Thorhelm shouts! “I have you now little man!”
Excerpt from Book 16:
Time is irrelevant for the small group of people. Memories and knowledge is shared. Everyone contributes with their special experiences. This pool of expertise brings forth a plan to escape. The exact plans are not revealed in a clear picture but feelings of confidence floods their minds. Tugs of small hands pull the group back to reality. Sung is trying to reawaken the professor. As the group snaps back to awareness, ropes are slapping the windows. Security forces prepare to assault through the glass. Samantha gestures for Taiko to help tether the medical privacy shroud across the seven windows. Thane cracks the door in order to listen for movement in the halls. A few flash bang grenades are both shot through the windows and down the halls. This announces a massive insertion of soldiers to bear down on the small room on the third floor. Microseconds after the bright flash in the room from the windows, fourteen men bash through the glass. Surprise is doubled crossed as Adam absorbs the bright light while Samantha executes her trip wire. By wearing special goggles, the security troops are protected from the bright flash but they are clothes lined by Samantha's trap. All of these soldiers are knocked to the ground while the young collectors disarm these men. Juan crushes their firearms near him. Taiko steals metal weapons using his Aries zodiac. Kinetic energy is converted by Sung as she assaults the fallen soldiers. It is a perfect concert to ambush the surprise.
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Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 17 "Resistance" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original books into the future. Professor Thane Wilham has escaped from a locked down military hospital with help. Fellow Collectors of Zodiac provided Thane some assistance and they discovered a young Taurus that was held captive. Fleeing into a criminal controlled area of the city, Thane and Sung meet a resistance group called the Knights of Protest. Combining forces they go on the offensive by aiding homeless people, firefighters, police, and invading organized crime areas. However the Invisible Empire has plans and they control the city officials, military, and media. Can this new resistance alliance last? Are the professor and his Collectors of Zodiac over their heads? Merging different factions is difficult but this time is seems impossible.
Life is a struggle to survive for most living things. Grass grows between the concrete sidewalks as the duo accepts the local gang's invitation. Globalism has robbed the local people of their wealth. This is apparent with the infrastructure being in complete disarray. Many neighborhoods look like a war zone in a third world country. Distrust is painted on the faces of most people in the street as many willfully hide their faces from strangers and all hide from the open cameras. Police patrol the main streets with armored vehicles that resemble military style equipment. Thane shadows these automobiles and he uses the side streets and alley ways to avoid them. Professor Wilham and Sung walk the side streets of the city until they reach a six story brick building on the right. A few physically fit people dressed aggressively hangout in front of the structure. |
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Blood and pain is an old friend to Beowulf, but not Alice. She can feel the ripping flesh as Kali attacks. Losing ground was expected by the ancient man during the assault so he uses the winning craze against Kali. Blocking multiple attacks is more about slowing a good technique than being skilled. Small cuts and abrasions riddle Beowulf's body. The Libra collector can now see the ancient man's Ophiuchus healing the physical. A very long thin snake like ghost circles his aura. It burrows around the deep wounds like a sand snake camouflages in the desert. Kali attempts to drive through the man's skull using a downward sword strike but Alice warns Beowulf's subconscious. In order to evade the punishing strike, he allows a blade to slice into his ribs.
In an emergency, Alice screams in pain! “Father! Help us!” Hot air gasps from Alice in the physical world as she feels the collapse of Beowulf's lung. Intense pain crashes the mind of the Libra zodiac collector and her life force is expelled. Gravity overwhelms the exhausted young collector and she falls back to earth. Darkness engulfs the child of light while Alice plummets. Noticing that Alice is falling to her death, Sung scrambles to her feet. Running the faster than she has ever ran before, Sung starts to climb the walls. A tornado forms in the center where Beowulf kneels as Sung reaches for Alice. Rising wind pushes upward; this slows the decent of the unconscious Libra collector. The vortex becomes unstable once Sung leaps to save Alice as the resistance fighters hold on for dear life. Strong winds throw everything that isn't bolted down, except the center of the storm. |
Collectors of Zodiac, Invisible Empire: Book 18 "Epiphany" is part of a short story series that moves characters from the original books into the future. Many new truths are revealed when Thane Wilham battles to save his Collectors of Zodiac. Powerful zodiac collectors are unleashed and the Knights of Protest find that their city faces complete destruction. Sacrifices will be made to either save the city or their own lives. Betrayal will change everything or a great epiphany forces leadership to choose!
Book 18 of 26
Excerpt:
Dread is fear combined with depression where hope is lost. Mental bleed back has leaked into the consciousness of Alice as Beowulf confronts the bog warrior statue known as Kali. Weapons grow from the ten hands of Kali before the god like being attacks. The ancient man holds his ground but lethal wounds drown the Virgo collector's willpower. She falls into the arms of Beowulf during the fight after Sung (a Taurus collector) tried to catch Alice. The ancient man has ordered Sung to surrender or he will twist the head off Alice. Visualizing that their allies are in trouble, a few Knights of Protest rally to save them. They draw down their firearms at the ancient man while yelling for him to release Alice.
Beowulf mocks. “Shoot! You will only kill her! Fools! I am Beowulf and for thousands of years I have walked this earth! You can't kill me!”
Excerpt:
Fire puffs from the aura of Josh has water in the hanging air begins to separate into hydrogen and oxygen. An Aquarius collector can rip the bonds of molecules; in turn releasing the energy that created those bonds. When enough emotional direction and lifeforce is expelled, an Aquarius zodiac can fuse elements and molecules together. Acknowledging the danger, the Gemini twins link back together to control the massive energy extruding from Josh while Taiko and Tawny force everybody outside the training area. As Josh quickly spirals out of control, Tony attempts to contain the fire energy from igniting the flammable materials by using his chaos Gemini zodiac powers. Entropy expands as particles energize in a specific volume. Chaos allows these energized particles to randomly move heat away to objects with a higher combustion point. In the same relation, Tony could cause almost any material to explode. During this time Lexis warns that Josh could burn down the entire complex using her Gemini zodiac of order. She came read the lifeforce quantity and quality. With only seconds to decide, Tony plans to redirect the heat back to the source. Lexis begs that this might kill the Aquarius collector since there is little water in the area to aid him.
The soaring heat begins to suck the breathable oxygen from the room, Tony mentally instructs Lexis. “If we don't stop him then we all may perish!”
Book 18 of 26
Excerpt:
Dread is fear combined with depression where hope is lost. Mental bleed back has leaked into the consciousness of Alice as Beowulf confronts the bog warrior statue known as Kali. Weapons grow from the ten hands of Kali before the god like being attacks. The ancient man holds his ground but lethal wounds drown the Virgo collector's willpower. She falls into the arms of Beowulf during the fight after Sung (a Taurus collector) tried to catch Alice. The ancient man has ordered Sung to surrender or he will twist the head off Alice. Visualizing that their allies are in trouble, a few Knights of Protest rally to save them. They draw down their firearms at the ancient man while yelling for him to release Alice.
Beowulf mocks. “Shoot! You will only kill her! Fools! I am Beowulf and for thousands of years I have walked this earth! You can't kill me!”
Excerpt:
Fire puffs from the aura of Josh has water in the hanging air begins to separate into hydrogen and oxygen. An Aquarius collector can rip the bonds of molecules; in turn releasing the energy that created those bonds. When enough emotional direction and lifeforce is expelled, an Aquarius zodiac can fuse elements and molecules together. Acknowledging the danger, the Gemini twins link back together to control the massive energy extruding from Josh while Taiko and Tawny force everybody outside the training area. As Josh quickly spirals out of control, Tony attempts to contain the fire energy from igniting the flammable materials by using his chaos Gemini zodiac powers. Entropy expands as particles energize in a specific volume. Chaos allows these energized particles to randomly move heat away to objects with a higher combustion point. In the same relation, Tony could cause almost any material to explode. During this time Lexis warns that Josh could burn down the entire complex using her Gemini zodiac of order. She came read the lifeforce quantity and quality. With only seconds to decide, Tony plans to redirect the heat back to the source. Lexis begs that this might kill the Aquarius collector since there is little water in the area to aid him.
The soaring heat begins to suck the breathable oxygen from the room, Tony mentally instructs Lexis. “If we don't stop him then we all may perish!”