John lived an empty life devoid of emotion or attachment. As a special forces soldier, only the battlefield gave him a sense of purpose, facing death daily with stoic courage. In his final mission, he's gravely wounded. As life slips away, he feels only numb resignation. In the void after death, lingeringremnants of the old Valyrian gods find John's drifting soul. Nearly erased from the world, they plead for aid. In exchange, they offer a second chance at life with purpose - to restore the glory that once sustained them. John awakens as Aerys Targaryen, the third son to king argon Targaryen reborn with his memories intact. He dedicates himself to the gods' designs, honing mind and body while concealing his true nature. Through prophetic dreams, the gods guide Aerys' upbringing in dragonlore and sorcery.
Alex, a veteran soldier, meets an unexpected end on the battlefield. But instead of the final rest, he finds himself reborn into a new world—the magical realm of Harry Potter. Now a young boy, Alex is born into a Muggle family. Yet, despite his non-magical origins, his disciplined training and fierce determination uncover a rare, powerful talent for magic. With a world of spells, wands, and ancient secrets ahead of him, Alex will need every bit of his skill to face the growing darkness led by Voldemort. It’s a time before Harry Potter’s birth; James and Lily Potter are still alive. Join Alex’s journey as he navigates his way through Hogwarts, learns the mysteries of magic, and rises to face the deadly challenges that await, determined to become one of the greatest wizards in history. ------------ If you want to support me (30 advanced chapters) patreon.com/SwordmanCarryNuke