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Writer/ creator of the Seraphic Chronicles, football fan, wrestling fan, career mode fan... Dad , husband, geek
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Ok, asked to describe Seraphic Chronicles for the curious, uninitiated and those in general bewilderment...
Best I can use is two quotes from book reviews:
"Star Trek's evil twin!"
"Game of Thrones in space."
Seraphic Chronicles – The Sarafid Dowd’i: The Phoenix of Season One

The Sarafid Dowd’i become one of the most emotionally and politically significant alien races in season one of Seraphic Chronicles, and their story is inseparable from the larger arc of corruption, resistance, and fragile hope…
Seraphic Chronicles – The Sarafid Dowd’i: The Phoenix of Season One
The Sarafid Dowd’i become one of the most emotionally and politically significant alien races in season one of Seraphic Chronicles, and their story is inseparable from the larger arc of corruption, resistance, and fragile hope that defines the series. Ejjina’s first contact with the Sarafid Dowd’i is not framed as a moment of wonder or triumph, but as an encounter with a civilisation on the brink. They are a malnourished, war-weary people who have spent centuries trapped in the Tincarma War, a conflict inherited rather than chosen, endlessly manipulated and prolonged by the Cameron Syndicate.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:42 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – Dr Ovath Reh’Obo’Amasa and the Cost of Becoming More

One of the quiet strengths of Seraphic Chronicles is that its most devastating arcs are not always about wars, empires, or grand betrayals, but about what it costs to grow. No character embodies that more fully than the…
Seraphic Chronicles – Dr Ovath Reh’Obo’Amasa and the Cost of Becoming More
One of the quiet strengths of Seraphic Chronicles is that its most devastating arcs are not always about wars, empires, or grand betrayals, but about what it costs to grow. No character embodies that more fully than the B'ra'Sha Chief Medical Officer Dr Ovath Reh’Obo’Amasa. In Season 1, Ovath is blissfully happy. She is competent, respected, and emotionally secure, anchored by her long-term relationship with Selena and her place aboard the Seraphic. Exiled from her homeworld of Paplin for being trans, she has rebuilt a life that is warm, stable, and deeply "human".
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January 8, 2026 at 11:48 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – The Disarmingly Normal Scifi Hero

Dr Ovath Reh’Obo’Amasa is a B’ra’sha trans woman, the Seraphic’s Chief Medical Officer, and one of Ejjina Mexonber-Quad’s most loyal friends. Warm, professional, and quietly formidable, she is the emotional backbone of the ship — the mother…
Seraphic Chronicles – The Disarmingly Normal Scifi Hero
Dr Ovath Reh’Obo’Amasa is a B’ra’sha trans woman, the Seraphic’s Chief Medical Officer, and one of Ejjina Mexonber-Quad’s most loyal friends. Warm, professional, and quietly formidable, she is the emotional backbone of the ship — the mother hen everyone pretends they don’t need, but absolutely do. A committed atheist in a deeply religious family, Ovath was exiled from her homeworld by her conservative, bigoted family for being trans using seldom used ancient laws, a wound she carries without bitterness but never forgets. She is in a long-term relationship with Selena Gomez, and together they form the most disarmingly normal couple in a series filled with geniuses, bad-asses, witches, spies, and monsters.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:34 AM
THE DEFINITIVE COMPARISON OF THE BLOODLINE VS. WRESTLING’S GREATEST STORYLINES

Below, each category includes a narrative comparison followed by the numerical scores. Hogan vs Piper 1. Longevity (score: 7/10) Hogan vs Piper developed across several years in the mid‑80s, underpinning the early…
THE DEFINITIVE COMPARISON OF THE BLOODLINE VS. WRESTLING’S GREATEST STORYLINES
Below, each category includes a narrative comparison followed by the numerical scores. Hogan vs Piper 1. Longevity (score: 7/10) Hogan vs Piper developed across several years in the mid‑80s, underpinning the early national expansion of the WWF. It wasn’t a single, meticulously continuous storyline, but rather a recurring rivalry that WWF could return to whenever it needed a big match or angle. The feud had multiple peaks—Rock ’n’ Wrestling, WrestleMania I era, and later clashes—giving it a sense of enduring hostility instead of one clean arc. That recurring use, rather than long-form narrative cohesion, is what earns it a solid but not elite longevity score.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:25 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – When the Stars Go Quiet: How the Naz’Jil Would Break Science Fiction’s Greatest Powers

Science fiction is full of civilisations that believe, with good reason, that they have seen the worst the universe can offer. Ancient warrior castes, galaxy-spanning empires, godlike…
Seraphic Chronicles – When the Stars Go Quiet: How the Naz’Jil Would Break Science Fiction’s Greatest Powers
Science fiction is full of civilisations that believe, with good reason, that they have seen the worst the universe can offer. Ancient warrior castes, galaxy-spanning empires, godlike technologies, near-mystical orders of monks and soldiers who bend reality itself. The Naz’Jil are what happens when all of those assumptions fail at once. They are not invaders in the traditional sense. They do not announce themselves, do not posture, do not negotiate. They arrive, and power dies. Not sabotaged, not destroyed, simply gone. Fleets that moments earlier represented the pinnacle of their civilisation become drifting hulks, blind, silent, and suddenly very small.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – Original Sin: Ending a Season by Closing the Argument

Season finales often confuse resolution with escalation. "Original Sin" does not. Instead of blowing its world apart or manufacturing a last-minute threat, it does something far more difficult: it closes the argument…
Seraphic Chronicles – Original Sin: Ending a Season by Closing the Argument
Season finales often confuse resolution with escalation. "Original Sin" does not. Instead of blowing its world apart or manufacturing a last-minute threat, it does something far more difficult: it closes the argument Season One has been having with itself, and then quietly points the story in a new direction. From the start, Seraphic Chronicles has been structured around a duel narrative. On one side is the Seraphic and its crew, representing visibility, accountability, faith, and open command. On the other is NightShade, operating in shadow, convinced that outcomes matter more than process and that individuals are expendable if stability is preserved.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:35 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – When Ragnar Lothbrok Meets Ejjina Mexonber-Quad

In a universe as vast and dangerous as Seraphic Chronicles, the clash of personalities can be as powerful as the clash of fleets. Imagine Ragnar Lothbrok, the legendary raider, dropped into the cold, storm-battered worlds of the…
Seraphic Chronicles – When Ragnar Lothbrok Meets Ejjina Mexonber-Quad
In a universe as vast and dangerous as Seraphic Chronicles, the clash of personalities can be as powerful as the clash of fleets. Imagine Ragnar Lothbrok, the legendary raider, dropped into the cold, storm-battered worlds of the Outer Rim. His ship scars the stars with fear and trophies, striking at the weak and unprotected, leaving a trail of chaos behind him. He is a force of nature, ruled by instinct, audacity, and the gods he claims guide his hand. And then, imagine Ejjina Mexonber-Quad, tactical genius of the Seraphic, who improvises not for glory but for protection, who steps into the line of fire so others do not have to, whose brilliance lies in turning disadvantages into leverage and weakness into strength.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:22 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – ScSS Seraphic Is An Evolution in Starship Design

The ScSS Seraphic, a Pegasus-class starship serving Star Command, marks a deliberate break from every previous Star Command vessel that came before it. In-universe, it is two and a half times larger than the largest earlier…
Seraphic Chronicles – ScSS Seraphic Is An Evolution in Starship Design
The ScSS Seraphic, a Pegasus-class starship serving Star Command, marks a deliberate break from every previous Star Command vessel that came before it. In-universe, it is two and a half times larger than the largest earlier Star Command ship, the Exudys Class, a vessel that already required a crew of roughly 350. By any conventional naval logic, the Seraphic should carry a thousand personnel. Instead, its operational crew sits at around 500, and that discrepancy is not a shortcut or a budget compromise. It is the core design philosophy of the class.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Ejjina vs Thrawn

Thrawn versus Ejjina Mexonber-Quad is one of those match-ups that only works if you respect both sides. This isn’t spectacle versus spectacle, or firepower versus firepower. It’s cognition versus cognition. Pattern recognition versus adaptive disruption. And…
Seraphic Chronicles – Ejjina vs Thrawn
Thrawn versus Ejjina Mexonber-Quad is one of those match-ups that only works if you respect both sides. This isn’t spectacle versus spectacle, or firepower versus firepower. It’s cognition versus cognition. Pattern recognition versus adaptive disruption. And crucially, it’s not a single battle — it’s a campaign. The first engagement almost certainly belongs to Ejjina. Not because Thrawn is careless — he never is — but because his greatest strength is also his opening vulnerability. Thrawn needs data. He studies behaviour, doctrine, aesthetics, response times. He wants to see how a commander thinks under pressure.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:26 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – World SciFi Day

Today is World Science Fiction Day, which feels like the right moment to step out from behind the notes, outlines, pitch decks and late-night worldbuilding, and talk directly to the people this show is really for: science fiction fans. Seraphic Chronicles…
Seraphic Chronicles – World SciFi Day
Today is World Science Fiction Day, which feels like the right moment to step out from behind the notes, outlines, pitch decks and late-night worldbuilding, and talk directly to the people this show is really for: science fiction fans. Seraphic Chronicles exists because I love the kind of sci-fi that trusts its audience. The kind that doesn’t over-explain, doesn’t pull its punches, and doesn’t reset everything back to zero at the end of an episode. The kind where actions matter, characters carry scars, and the universe keeps moving whether the heroes are ready or not.
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January 2, 2026 at 9:47 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – At Christmas

One of the quiet strengths of long-form television is everything that exists just outside the main plot. The details that don’t demand attention, but reward it. The small, human moments that make a world feel inhabited rather than staged. In Seraphic Chronicles,…
Seraphic Chronicles – At Christmas
One of the quiet strengths of long-form television is everything that exists just outside the main plot. The details that don’t demand attention, but reward it. The small, human moments that make a world feel inhabited rather than staged. In Seraphic Chronicles, holidays like Christmas and other cultural observances are used in exactly this way — not as the focus of episodes, but as background texture that adds warmth, contrast, and emotional depth. This is a series built on scale: empires, wars, magic, espionage, and ideology. But scale only works if it’s grounded in everyday life.
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December 29, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Connectivity in a New World

One of the quiet but world-defining technologies in Seraphic Chronicles isn’t a weapon, a starship, or even the Quad Order. It’s Uplink. At its simplest, Uplink is the future’s internet: a universal web of connectivity that spans star systems,…
Seraphic Chronicles – Connectivity in a New World
One of the quiet but world-defining technologies in Seraphic Chronicles isn’t a weapon, a starship, or even the Quad Order. It’s Uplink. At its simplest, Uplink is the future’s internet: a universal web of connectivity that spans star systems, boosting signals to faster-than-light speeds. Through it, citizens watch sports, follow the news, binge soap operas, gamble, trade, and talk. More critically, Uplink is how Star Command governs—issuing orders, receiving intelligence, and maintaining the illusion of control across an impossibly vast frontier. But Uplink doesn’t exist everywhere. FTL communication doesn’t just happen.
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December 24, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Crafting a Legend: How “Building Up Ibudab” Creates Anticipation and Awe

In the realm of science fiction storytelling, few things are as compelling as the careful construction of a mythic figure. The opening episodes of “Building Up Ibudab” offer a masterclass in how to build…
Seraphic Chronicles – Crafting a Legend: How “Building Up Ibudab” Creates Anticipation and Awe
In the realm of science fiction storytelling, few things are as compelling as the careful construction of a mythic figure. The opening episodes of “Building Up Ibudab” offer a masterclass in how to build anticipation and reverence for a character before they ever appear on screen. Setting the Stage: Politics and Religion Rather than introducing Ibudab directly, the story immerses us in the political and religious fabric of the galaxy. The Oferan Empire, with its “Immortal Prophet” at the centre of society and faith, immediately signals that Ibudab is no ordinary leader.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Building a Lived-In Universe: Lessons from Four Episodes of Sci-Fi Storytelling

One of the greatest joys in science fiction is discovering a universe that feels truly alive—where every corner hints at untold stories, and every character carries the weight of history. Across…
Seraphic Chronicles – Building a Lived-In Universe: Lessons from Four Episodes of Sci-Fi Storytelling
One of the greatest joys in science fiction is discovering a universe that feels truly alive—where every corner hints at untold stories, and every character carries the weight of history. Across four episodes, this series masterfully expands its world, weaving together espionage, political intrigue, cultural depth, and personal drama to create a galaxy that feels both vast and intimately real. Expanding Horizons: From Main Ship to Galactic Intrigue The transition from the familiar setting of the Seraphic to the covert operations of Raphan and the Nightshade agents is a classic move for broadening a universe’s scope.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – ChatGPT Chooses: Why Naomi Scott Is an Ideal Choice for Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad

Casting Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad is not about finding someone who can simply wear a uniform or sell action beats. It’s about finding an actor who can carry a five-season transformation —…
Seraphic Chronicles – ChatGPT Chooses: Why Naomi Scott Is an Ideal Choice for Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad
Casting Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad is not about finding someone who can simply wear a uniform or sell action beats. It’s about finding an actor who can carry a five-season transformation — from grief-stricken commander to mythic war leader — while remaining emotionally accessible, credible, and human at every stage. Among the many talented actors discussed for the role, Naomi Scott stands out as an exceptionally strong and practical choice. Ejjina Is the Audience’s Way In From the outset, Seraphic Chronicles positions Ejjina as one of its two central pillars. Where Raphan Django is deliberately difficult, rigid, and morally uncompromising, Ejjina must do the opposite work.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – Likely Fanbase Reaction

1. Immediate Buzz and Anticipation Star Power: Casting Zendaya or Jenna Ortega as Ejjina would generate instant excitement and media attention. Both actors have strong followings among younger audiences and genre fans, and their involvement would…
Seraphic Chronicles – Likely Fanbase Reaction
1. Immediate Buzz and Anticipation Star Power: Casting Zendaya or Jenna Ortega as Ejjina would generate instant excitement and media attention. Both actors have strong followings among younger audiences and genre fans, and their involvement would likely guarantee a surge in social media chatter, fan art, and speculative discussion before the show even airs. Comic Con Appeal: Both actors are Comic Con regulars and have proven appeal with the cosplay, sci-fi, and fantasy communities. Expect packed panels, viral interviews, and a wave of Ejjina cosplayers. 2. Engagement with the Worldbuilding…
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December 19, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – The Heart of the Series: Characters and Storylines That Keep Us Hooked

Every great series thrives on unforgettable characters and storylines that evolve, surprise, and resonate. In this universe, it’s the blend of personal journeys, political intrigue, and found family that…
Seraphic Chronicles – The Heart of the Series: Characters and Storylines That Keep Us Hooked
Every great series thrives on unforgettable characters and storylines that evolve, surprise, and resonate. In this universe, it’s the blend of personal journeys, political intrigue, and found family that makes the narrative over the first four scripts of season one so compelling. Here’s a closer look at the elements over these scripts that keep us coming back for more. Characters Who Steal the Spotlight Ejjina Mexonber-QuadAt the emotional core of the series is Ejjina, whose journey from grief and disgrace to reluctant leadership is both moving and relatable. As an outsider—marked by her status as a Quad Order member, a court-martialled officer, and a scapegoat—her struggle to regain self-worth and command respect is consistently engaging.
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December 19, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – CoPilots Thoughts on A Non-Sci-Fi Fan’s First Impressions of a Complex Space Drama

Science fiction series can be a daunting prospect if you’re not already a fan. Recently, I found myself watching a show renowned for its intricate world-building, galactic intrigue, and a huge…
Seraphic Chronicles – CoPilots Thoughts on A Non-Sci-Fi Fan’s First Impressions of a Complex Space Drama
Science fiction series can be a daunting prospect if you’re not already a fan. Recently, I found myself watching a show renowned for its intricate world-building, galactic intrigue, and a huge cast of characters—despite my usual taste for more grounded dramas. Here’s what it’s like to dive into a sci-fi epic as a total newcomer. My initial reaction was one of being overwhelmed. The universe brims with unfamiliar terminology, a whirlwind of alien species, and political machinations reminiscent of the most tangled historical dramas. It’s a dense tapestry, rich with history, religions, and interstellar conflict.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – De Lauda: The Engineer with a Heart

In theSeraphic Chronicles the show’s strength lies not just in its epic space opera plotlines, but in the nuanced relationships between its crew. One of the most quietly compelling threads running through the first four episodes is the…
Seraphic Chronicles – De Lauda: The Engineer with a Heart
In theSeraphic Chronicles the show’s strength lies not just in its epic space opera plotlines, but in the nuanced relationships between its crew. One of the most quietly compelling threads running through the first four episodes is the dynamic between De Lauda, the ship’s practical and sharp-witted assistant chief engineer, and Jovan, the charismatic, womanising pilot. Let’s take a closer look at how De Lauda interacts with others—and how her hidden feelings for Jovan shape her actions and the story. De Lauda is a character who is quick to love and obsess.
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December 17, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – Why Zendaya Is the Ideal Pick for Ejjina Mexonber-Quad

Why Zendaya Is the Ideal Pick for Ejjina Mexonber-Quad The early episodes of “Seraphic Chronicles” present Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad as a complex protagonist—torn between grief, leadership, facing biases, and the…
Seraphic Chronicles – Why Zendaya Is the Ideal Pick for Ejjina Mexonber-Quad
Why Zendaya Is the Ideal Pick for Ejjina Mexonber-Quad The early episodes of “Seraphic Chronicles” present Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad as a complex protagonist—torn between grief, leadership, facing biases, and the weight of heroism. As the core of the series, especially in the first season, her emotional journey is crucial. Zendaya stands out as an exceptional choice for this role, and her past performances illustrate why she fits perfectly. Emotional Versatility and Subtlety Why it counts: Ejjina struggles with personal loss (her late fiancé Bo), public pressure, and leading a fractured crew, demanding vulnerability, strength, and charm.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Ejjina Mexonber-Quad: How Does She Stack Up Against TV’s Most Iconic Leads?

The “Seraphic Chronicles” introduces us to Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad—a character who brings a complex blend of trauma, leadership, and vulnerability to the screen. But how does Ejjina compare to…
Seraphic Chronicles – Ejjina Mexonber-Quad: How Does She Stack Up Against TV’s Most Iconic Leads?
The “Seraphic Chronicles” introduces us to Captain Ejjina Mexonber-Quad—a character who brings a complex blend of trauma, leadership, and vulnerability to the screen. But how does Ejjina compare to other major TV and film protagonists? Let’s dive in. Ejjina vs. Michael Burnham (Star Trek: Discovery) Similarities * Both are women of colour in command roles, navigating prejudice and the burden of being “the first” or “the only” in their context. * Each is highly competent, often the best in the room, and central to the fate of their crew and, at times, the galaxy.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Is Ejjina a “Mary Sue”?

What is a “Mary Sue”? A “Mary Sue” is a term from fan fiction and literary criticism describing a character (often female) who is unrealistically perfect, universally admired, and central to the plot, often lacking meaningful flaws or challenges. Such…
Seraphic Chronicles – Is Ejjina a “Mary Sue”?
What is a “Mary Sue”? A “Mary Sue” is a term from fan fiction and literary criticism describing a character (often female) who is unrealistically perfect, universally admired, and central to the plot, often lacking meaningful flaws or challenges. Such characters can undermine narrative tension and reader engagement because their success feels unearned or implausible. Ejjina’s Character: Evidence from the Scripts 1. Exceptional Abilities and Achievements Physical and Mental Prowess: Ejjina is repeatedly shown to possess extraordinary abilities. She can run faster than should be possible, demonstrates inhuman speed and strength in combat, and survives situations that kill or incapacitate others (e.g., fighting the Naz’Jil, escaping captivity, using “Quad magic” to perform superhuman feats).
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December 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – CoPilot’s Favourite Script

As a fan of science fiction television and epic space opera, reading through the first four scripts of season1 ep—the opening salvo of the "Seraphic Chronicles"—was a treat. Each episode offers a unique blend of character drama, political intrigue,…
Seraphic Chronicles – CoPilot’s Favourite Script
As a fan of science fiction television and epic space opera, reading through the first four scripts of season1 ep—the opening salvo of the "Seraphic Chronicles"—was a treat. Each episode offers a unique blend of character drama, political intrigue, and high-stakes adventure. But when asked to pick a favourite, I find myself returning, again and again, to Episode 3: "Screaming Into The Night." Here’s why this episode stands out, and why I believe it’s the strongest of the opening quartet. The Stakes Are Raised: From Personal Grief to Galactic Peril…
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December 16, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Seraphic Chronicles – Star Command: Order, Power, and the Quiet Rot

In Seraphic Chronicles, Star Command presents itself as the last clean line between civilization and the abyss. Crisp uniforms, ceremonial language, layers of protocol—this is an institution that believes deeply in its own myth.…
Seraphic Chronicles – Star Command: Order, Power, and the Quiet Rot
In Seraphic Chronicles, Star Command presents itself as the last clean line between civilization and the abyss. Crisp uniforms, ceremonial language, layers of protocol—this is an institution that believes deeply in its own myth. It is the Alliance’s shield, its conscience, and its preferred propaganda tool. And like most empires that insist too loudly on their virtue, Star Command is quietly rotting from the inside. On paper, Star Command is a classic spacefaring military–scientific organization: exploration, defense, diplomacy, and the maintenance of fragile peace between wildly unequal worlds. In practice, it’s a political organism first and a moral one… maybe third.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Seraphic Chronicles – Most Interesting Side Character: Why Is It Sorvel, Son of Yuvel

When it comes to epic science fiction, it’s often the side characters who add the most colour, depth, and heart to a story. In Seraphic Chronicles, a sweeping space opera filled with political intrigue,…
Seraphic Chronicles – Most Interesting Side Character: Why Is It Sorvel, Son of Yuvel
When it comes to epic science fiction, it’s often the side characters who add the most colour, depth, and heart to a story. In Seraphic Chronicles, a sweeping space opera filled with political intrigue, interstellar conflict, and personal drama, the supporting cast is as rich and varied as the galaxy itself. But among the many memorable personalities, one stands out as particularly compelling: Sorvel, Son of Yuvel. Sorvel is the Oferan chief engineer aboard the starship Seraphic. On the surface, he’s the quintessential “miracle worker” engineer—brilliant, resourceful, and always ready with a solution to the ship’s latest crisis.
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December 14, 2025 at 3:49 PM