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In the year 2000, In the Cosmos, Neo-Spacians on a Planet known as Neos face war. Strict regulations on Planet Neos ignite an uprising. As tensions escalate, war becomes inevitable, leading to a battle that will determine the destiny of their worlds. Join our heroes on an epic journey through a universe where powers collide, secrets are unveiled, and the fate of planets hangs in the balance. Will they be able to navigate the treacherous path of rebellion and bring about change, or will their actions unleash catastrophic consequences?

A ruthless billionaire CEO, stranded in a fractured alien world ruled by a malevolent AI, must use his strategic genius to lead a rebellion. His journey becomes infinitely more complex when he forms a volatile alliance with a brilliant, fiery scientist from his own world, forcing him to choose between the heart he never knew he had and the empire he left behind.

NEBULA: BLOODLINES — Volume 1 On the outskirts of the human town of Hollowfen, sixteen-year-old Blue lives a quiet life with his parents — Xavier, a powerful hybrid once king of his kind, and Selene, a royal vampire. But on the night of his sixteenth birthday, his dormant powers awaken, marking the beginning of a destiny he never asked for.

It was a night when masks fell from borrowed faces. In the darkness of the forest, the echo of horses' hooves tore through the stillness of the night like the rhythm of war drums. Diana turned, and with a slow, proud movement, she removed her silver mask, revealing features no longer those of the victim they knew. Her triumphant smile radiated a mockery that froze the blood of the traitors on the palace balconies. She held the secret records high in the wind like a death warrant, and before they could blink, she snapped her fingers lightly. In a single second, the magical illusion vanished, and her hair erupted, a deep crimson, blazing like fire in the darkness, proclaiming to Aurelius's world that the ghosts of Blackwood had returned to collect their debts in blood.

"Nebula of the Bone Dragon" centers on the adventure of Shi Chun, leader of Dong Jiuyuan in an exile land, and his companion Wu Jinliang. Having earned enough "merit" for freedom, they sneak into a mine to investigate Shen Youkun’s suspicious activities, getting entangled in a dispute over the mysterious "Female General" remains. Inside the mine, Shi Chun accidentally inhales the purple stardust-like nebula near the remains, gaining the ability to see special phenomena with his right eye and breaking a body-fixing talisman. After surviving confrontations with Shen Youkun and Qi Ziru, they escape the exile land with Bowang Tower’s assistance. In Zhaotian City, Shi Chun attempts to "redeem and resell" Xiang Lan’er for money and a cultivation breakthrough, only to discover she belongs to the demonic path. After a thrilling confrontation, the two reach an agreement and travel to Wukang Mountain together. On the way, they encounter a demon-hunting expert, with more unknown dangers and opportunities ahead.

Ultimately, humanity triumphed. As the last of the Nimian fleet vanished from Earth's sky, a glimmer of dawn appeared on the eastern horizon. Scholars of later generations would call this "The Battle of Dawn." The Battle of Dawn marked humanity's escape from colonization and their entry ticket into an era of advanced cosmic warfare. And for this, we owe our gratitude to the extraterrestrial beings who brought us hope. They called themselves the Aedahwans! The summer of 2031 heralded a new epoch for Earth. The survivors united to form the Earth Federal Government. This year also marked the first of the Dawn Era. The story, however, was far from over. On the contrary, it was just beginning.

This… Is his Nebula! Hailed as Rayloria’s finest detectives, General William Raylor Mellis Sr. tasks Othniel Goodman, Zahra Melech, and Francis Karr with an important mission. As new recruits of the secret Time Travelers Administration, they are to find the mastermind behind the Evanston Massacre of 2021. This tragedy rocked California to its core as the wealthy family brought much stability to their economy. The ones responsible for the entire family’s untimely deaths were never found but with the advent of time travel, things have changed. As they embark on this journey, Othniel and his team will dive into the unknown, unearthing secrets long forgotten. The success of the mission will hang in the balance as they learn how to function as a unit.

Beyond the edge of dying stars, where humanity’s last hope drifts through the void, a forgotten scavenger is about to awaken a power capable of shaking the universe itself… In the far future of 2060, Earth has fallen, and humanity’s last hope survives on Sector 665, a massive artificial star civilization built to imprison an ancient cosmic entity known as the Primordial. On this new world, humans awaken mysterious powers called Nebula Energy, allowing them to summon celestial beings for cultivation, battle, and survival among the stars. At the center of this galaxy-wide conflict is Gosei, a broke gambler and scavenger from the slums of Star City. Mocked for his weak spirit power and unable to summon a proper Star Being, he survives through scams, stolen technology, and dangerous deals with criminals. But after accidentally discovering the dying Star Heart of Sector 665, Gosei forms a pact that changes his destiny forever. Chosen as the protector of humanity’s final civilization, Gosei awakens three legendary celestial Rangers — Astra, the Ranger of Stars; Lunaris, the Ranger of the Moon; and Solarius, the Ranger of the Sun. As alien races invade, ruthless gangsters hunt him down, and the Primordial begins to awaken, Gosei must rise from a worthless scavenger into the legendary Star Master capable of saving the galaxy itself. With breathtaking cosmic battles, powerful cultivation, mysterious alien ruins, advanced sci-fi technology, and an unforgettable journey across the universe, NEBULA is a story of survival, destiny, and the light that shines even in the darkest void.

Luna Veyra hanya gadis biasa—hingga tanda cakar di pergelangan tangannya menyala, dan cermin tua membawanya ke dunia lain. Dikejar bayangan hidup dan suara asing dari mimpinya, Luna terlempar ke Eldros—dunia naga, kristal biru, dan takdir berdarah.

In the vast expanse of the Nebula Strand galaxy, where the light of countless constellations intertwines with the shadows of power and conflict, the Valeria Republic reigns with an iron grip. Their web of control stretches across hundreds of planets, from glittering metropolises with towering skyscrapers to remote colonies where people toil under oppression and harsh laws. Society is deeply divided, splintered into rigid castes. Loyalty is tested, betrayal lurks at every turn, and faint glimmers of hope for freedom flicker in the profound darkness. This is the story of Lukas Voren, a once-celebrated soldier now living in seclusion, bearing the scars of a turbulent past. His odyssey across the galaxy has led him through the dense jungles of Zytherya, the vibrant night markets of Ormuth, and the frozen tundras and scorching deserts of distant worlds. Lukas, torn between ideals and reality, faces relentless trials. He encounters deadly clashes with sinister forces, navigates intricate political conspiracies, and endures heart-wrenching confrontations with former allies. With every step, he grapples with agonizing choices: to protect those he holds dear and confront the ghosts of his past, or to embrace fleeting safety at the cost of abandoning his yearning for freedom. Will Lukas find light amidst the galaxy’s oppressive darkness, or be consumed by the myriad secrets and conflicts awaiting him? His journey is not only a battle against external foes but also a grueling quest for self-discovery—where every decision could reshape the fate of an entire galaxy.