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Now titled Altar of Scales, this second edition of the Space Opera The Descendant Saga is nearly 20% longer, delivering richer world-building, deeper characters, and enhanced storytelling. Featuring the original striking cover art, Altar of Scales marks the triumphant relaunch of a fan-favorite sci-fi series that blends the struggle to survive on a harsh alien world with ancient power and galactic conflict as our main character tries to live long enough to earn the respect of the dead. Subscribe to our newsletter Tight Beam for updates on the series!
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Altar of Scales is a gripping science fiction coming-of-age story that introduces the skeptic ZostaMax— and ruthless Tarko, a dark anti-hero making his first appearance in this expanded second edition.
Two destinies. One fall. One rise.
Cast out into a brutal, post-apocalyptic wilderness, ZostaMax must fight to survive, cut off from the only life he’s ever known. Meanwhile, fiercely intelligent Tarko, begins a dangerous ascent to reclaim his family’s legacy and seize power. Their paths collide in a world torn by conflict, where loyalty, strength, and sacrifice determine who endures.
Start your journey with Altar of Scales—a darkly hopeful, character-driven sci-fi fantasy adventure filled with survival, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of purpose.
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Altar of Scales and the entire Descendant Saga are written by Chace Randolph and published by Nerd Smith Consolidated LLC. Drawing from a deep passion for history and real-world aerospace technology, Chace brings technical realism and emotional depth to his work. With hands-on experience working on 747 jumbo jets and Coyote drones, his unique background gives rise to a science fiction writing style that balances fast-paced orbital combat, vivid worldbuilding, and deeply human character arcs.
Chace’s storytelling merges the philosophical edge of Orson Scott Card with the technical precision of Tom Clancy, resulting in a thrilling and thoughtful narrative. To learn more about the author, visit his author Page, or explore exclusive merch and updates at the Nerd Smith Consolidated Store with the buttons below.
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