Lord Of The Rings Alien

A normal life is something we all want. But in a world where there is only chaos, such a thing remains a fantasy. Ryuga Xicor, a former student of the Nexus Empires `s Magic Academy becomes one of the five beings who can fight the last war. But the cost of ending the war becomes too much. With him also being sealed in Netherworld for over a thousand years. Waking from a seal after 1752 years, Ryuga Xicor learns that the world he knew despises him as a man who killed the former Grown Princess. Unbeknownst to everyone, Ryuga had a secret relationship with Irla whom her father - the Emperor- totally disapproved of. Instead of clearing his name, Ryuga challenges the Nexus empire, The Primes who are the pillars of the empire, while hiding his true motives under the guise of a villain.

The Alien Within Grinwall is no ordinary country, and Riverdale Academy is no ordinary school. Both are covert battlegrounds where powerful beings, hidden identities, and secret alliances shape the destiny of those who inhabit them. Among these is Tessa Caldwell, a Kaelrian alien with unmatched speed and a mysterious, water-like fragrance. Adopted by her teacher, Ms. Caldwell, Tessa tries to blend in, but her distinct blue eyes betray her origins to those who know where to look. Her life changes when Adrian, a fellow Kaelrian with a fiery aura and god-like confidence, arrives at Riverdale. Their connection is undeniable, but it attracts dangerous attention. When Adrian’s alien nature is revealed during a dramatic hospital incident, chaos erupts. Government agents are dispatched, and Principal Hammond is forced to defend Riverdale’s reputation, as students react with fear, admiration, and jealousy. Bridget Mills, Tessa’s rival, mocks her defeat by claiming she lost to an "alien," while others, like Oxlade and Karl, recount how Adrian saved them. Yet the growing tension at Riverdale is only a glimpse of greater dangers. The SSG organization, a sinister force with eyes on Tessa and Adrian, is joined by an even darker figure: Ikehara, the shadow of the sun god, and a loyal follower of Rhemon, a devil with a grudge against Solaris the true sun god, whose plans threaten the survival of the Kaelrians loyal to Solaris and Lunara (moon goddess). In the midst of a high-stakes escape from SSG, Tessa and Adrian encounter the mysterious Rhemonic people. The Rhemonics, regarding Tessa as the successor to their moon goddess, worship her, forging a powerful alliance. This new found bond brings new challenges, including a dangerous quest to gather ingredients to awaken the Rhemonic people from their limited lands and blocked memories, a curse wrought by Rhemon—a devilish force once thought to be their salvation. As Rhemon rises, threatening to control both Kaelrians and Rhemonics alike, Tessa and Adrian’s mission becomes a race against time. Along the way, Tessa uncovers her heritage as the daughter of Lunara, the moon goddess, and Solaris, the sun god. Adrian, the son of Solaris and a maid, shares a complex, divine bond with Tessa, yet both are haunted by the legacies they inherit. Amidst this conflict, Ashley Duve, a woman who shares the bed and secrets with Rhemon, fools Tessa into believing she was the moon goddess, and she entered her conscious thought, gradually eroding it away while she appears helpful and wise and seemingly innocent, Ashley’s actions soon reveal her true agenda. She uses her powers to impersonate the moon goddess, taking over Tessa’s body, manipulating events to help Ikehara gather the ingredients needed to awaken Rhemon. As Ashley’s allegiance becomes clear, Tessa and Adrian realize they cannot trust anyone, not even those closest to them. Against overwhelming threats, Tessa and Adrian must fight not only to protect each other but also to save their world. Grappling with questions of identity, loyalty, and love, their journey unfolds across various chapters of betrayal, alliances, and epic confrontations with cosmic powers. Only by unlocking the potential within themselves can Tessa and Adrian hope to survive this battle, protecting the very essence of their people and the world.

In the wake of tragedy, Jack Hayes struggles to cope with the devastating loss of his younger brother, Ethan "The Viper" Hayes, who dies in a brutal MMA fight against the reigning state champion, Rico "The Beast" Martinez. While the match is ruled an accident, Jack is haunted by the belief that foul play led to Ethan's untimely death. Consumed by grief and anger, he grapples with feelings of helplessness and guilt. In his search for closure, Jack decides to enter the world of MMA—not for revenge, but to find peace and honor Ethan's memory. Under the mentorship of Lena, a seasoned fighter with her own troubled past, Jack begins a grueling training regimen that tests his physical and mental limits. As he fights through local circuits, he discovers the camaraderie and resilience of fellow fighters, all of whom share their own struggles and stories of loss. As Jack rises through the ranks, he adopts the persona of "The Ghost," channeling his brother's spirit and seeking to transform his pain into strength. But as he gains recognition, the specter of Rico looms larger, culminating in a high-stakes tournament that could earn Jack the chance to face the man he holds responsible for Ethan’s death. In the climactic battle, Jack confronts not just Rico, but the internal demons that have plagued him since the tragedy. As he fights for redemption, he learns that true strength lies in embracing the past and that finding peace is a journey, not a destination. "The Ghost of the Ring" is a powerful tale of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of sport, exploring the delicate balance between revenge and healing in the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.

Before mankind was turned to specks of dust at the hands of the strongest Monarch of the abyss, Arhat, the lord of magic, and I, Freddy Verdance, who had not awakened, had died. But. ========================= ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice offers you a change==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice offers regression in exchange for your soul==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Your soul answers for you==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Your soul desires revenge and accepts the sacrifice for regression in exchange==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice will watch over you, now with the new "Sacrifice" function in your regression==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Good luck in your regression==⟩⟩ ========================= *** It was strange. Because I felt alive. ============================== ⟨⟨==Congratulations, you just woke up your class==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Now you can see the system==⟩⟩ ============================== Something really unexpected just happened and Freddy opened his eyes. And a message had appeared before him when he opened his eyes. Because he had returned to the past thanks to a strange entity....

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, a seasoned player unexpectedly finds himself transmigrated into the very game he once mastered—Caldera. However, his new life as a ruler comes with a crushing twist: severe debuffs and harsh restrictions on his talents make survival nearly impossible. Against overwhelming odds, he fights tooth and nail to carve out a legacy. Despite his brilliance in strategy and marvels in combat, failure becomes his ultimate fate. But fate offers him another chance. Reborn at the start of the game, now without the crippling debuffs and armed with all the knowledge, experience, and hard-won lessons of his previous life, he faces the world anew. This novel is a bit fast-paced compared to current mainstream trends. It will delve into human nature and how far people are willing to go for meager profit. Most characters will be evil, and even the good ones only appear good because the actions they take align with their own interests, rather than being motivated by true goodness. For any questions about this novel, feel free to leave a comment on my first review, where I will be answering any inquiries or questions regarding the story. I hope you have a great time reading this! If you’d like to support this novel, please rate it or leave any kind of comment. Any feedback will help it gain more exposure. Thank you! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com as well although only free chapter just like here. if you read on both platforms and like the novel do leave me some review there as well thank you. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/569643/fictions

In the quiet shadows of 19th-century Germany, Ryder Greythorn is born into a world of secrets and mysteries. His father, Alwin Greythorn, is a renowned alchemist and military commander, revered for his knowledge and his skill in both the arcane and the battlefield. Yet the joy of Ryder’s birth is marred by tragedy—the young boy’s mother, Ana, passes away shortly after giving birth, leaving Alwin to raise him alone.

“I seduced the daughter of the Jade Emperor”. “I was sentenced to death, but it didn’t matter…” “I already achieved my goal”. … “W-what is going on?” “Impossible!” “He’s severed the wheels of space and time, he’s about to jump into the river of time! Stop him!” It was too late to stop him though, the Lord of Profanity disappeared, jumping into the river of time to go back in time. To restart it all over…, this time, with experience, and a system. [You have gained profanity skill: Heavenly Touch!] [You have gained profanity skill: Ultimate Massage!] “Throughout heaven and earth, I alone am the profane one!”

After waking up, he found himself in the world of Lord of the Rings. Became the dragon Smaug! In order to prevent the tragedy that happened to him from happening again, he decided to summon craftsmen to cast scales! Poor Dwarf King Thorin and others were captured by it and made craftsmen before they entered the Lonely Mountain. Then he supported his puppets to rebuild the river valley city, and he could get as many gold coins as he wanted! Gandalf? You dare to come here and see if I don't bite you to death! The orc army cried out and wanted to surrender, the woodland elven kingdom surrendered collectively, all humans became its believers, and the northern continent was basically dominated by it! Sauron in Mount Doom said viciously: "We are villains!" Smaug was furious when he heard this, "Ah, bah, for a guy like you who was killed by a thief, I am ashamed to be associated with you." Until the night in the North The king appears... Smaug wakes up when the apocalyptic plague sweeps through Middle-Earth, orcs travel from another dimension, and the Qin army from the east presses the country. It turns out that the Middle-earth world he lives in is not that simple... Exclusively signed novel: "The Lord of the Rings, Beginning with the Dragon Smaug"; this novel and its characters are purely fictitious. Any similarities are purely coincidental and do not imitate. .

Kael was at the top of his game literally. A popular game streamer, he was adored by fans worldwide. But fame has its dark side. When a betrayal from his best friend leads to his untimely death, Kael wakes up not in heaven or hell, but as a skeleton in 'The 10 Scrolls', the Souls-Like game he is know for playing. Stripped of his humanity, Kael must navigate a perilous dark world teeming with monsters, magic, and treacherous humans. With an unyielding will to survive, Kael embarks on a harrowing journey to get the 10 Scrolls and return back to his old world. But Will He Survive... With dangers lurking at every turn and a mysterious force pulling the strings, Kael's quest may lead him to the greatest discovery of all, HIMSELF. Update Schedule: 7-12 chapters a week! Join the Community: Discuss theories and connect with other fans on our Discord server. https://discord.gg/H9ZWm2R7

In a world reshaped by the collapse of ancient kingdoms, the death of the legendary Kings of Fire, Thunder, Beasts, Order, and Chaos marked the dawn of a new era. The once-mighty kingdoms have crumbled, giving way to modern states, but the potent legacy of these monarchs remains in the form of five mystical rings. Each ring embodies the unique power of its former ruler, offering unimaginable strength to those who dare to claim them. As the dust of the old world settles, a shadowy organization emerges, masquerading as an archaeological expedition in search of ancient relics. Their true mission, however, is far more sinister: to unearth these rings, believed to be weapons of unparalleled power, capable of shifting the global balance. Alric Kincaid is a brilliant young scholar at Harvard University, on the cusp of graduation with a thesis on the elusive deep state. His academic pursuits take an unexpected turn when he becomes embroiled in a deadly international conspiracy. One fateful night, after a harrowing encounter with Russian intelligence agents, Alric is wounded and finds himself hiding near a forgotten statue, its hand adorned with a mysterious ring. Driven by a blend of curiosity and survival instincts, Alric takes the ring, unknowingly setting off a chain of events that will alter the course of history. As he examines the artifact at home, he discovers its connection to the lost kings and the immense power it holds. The ring becomes both a beacon and a curse, drawing attention from powerful factions and individuals who would stop at nothing to possess it. With danger lurking at every turn, Alric must navigate a treacherous world of espionage, ancient secrets, and political intrigue. As he unravels the mystery of the rings, he realizes that the future of nations hangs in the balance. Alric is thrust into a race against time to prevent the resurgence of chaos and tyranny, armed only with his wits, the enigmatic ring, and the reluctant allies he gathers along the way. In a story that blends the mystique of ancient powers with the relentless pace of a modern thriller, "The Rings of Sovereignty" explores the enduring conflict between order and chaos, the burden of power, and the choices that shape destinies. Will Alric succeed in keeping the rings from falling into the wrong hands, or will the world witness the return of a forgotten era's dark reign?

Lucius, a sickly orphan, dies after the world was plunged into World War 3, and suddenly finds himself in the Middle Ages—summoned by the Heresy Cult as Lord Mors, the embodiment of death. In this Dark Age, humanity has not yet advanced in technology, but he soon discovers the strange and supernatural realities that were never recorded in history. Worst of all, as the new leader of the Heresy Cult, he must now become the enemy of the world and lead mankind out of the current era of chaos. This leads him down the path of atrocities and abominations… marking his grim existence as the Lord Of The Dead. Tags: Transmigration. Reincarnation. Historical Fantasy. Action. Adventure. Magic. Villain. WeaktoStrong. Overpowered. Romance. Dark. Superpowers. KingdomBuilding.

Robin Burton is a young man who grow with everything anyone can hope for, immense talent for cultivation, sharp mind, a wealthy family that will stop at nothing to protect and nurture him. He had everything except the willingness to take them. "Why would I take the same route as my ancestors ? why should I become stronger? to beat this and compete with that..?! THAT IS NOT WHAT I WAS BORN FOR!!" Our Robin didn't want to compete with young masters, so he made an army and started invading planets.

Un pasado marcado con sangre y un destino incierto, Alex un mercenario de una de las peores bandas es mandado a otro mundo luego de sufrir un accidente, en aquel mundo descubrirá cosas extraordinarias y vivirá grandes aventuras con el Black Ring el tesoro del universo. Aunque no esta solo, ya que su pasado lo perseguirá para pasarle factura de lo que alguna vez le hizo a muchas personas.

With the rising tide of steam power and machinery, who can come close to being a Beyonder? Shrouded in the fog of history and darkness, who or what is the lurking evil that murmurs into our ears? Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts… The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world—both orthodox and unorthodox—while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions. Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0—a number of unlimited potential—this is the legend of "The Fool."

In the world 2050, Humanity lost to aliens who attacked earth and humanity was enslaved. Beaten and broken humanity remained enslaved for 30 years till one young Japanese woman Asami Fukuda decides to lead a revolution to gain back humanity's freedom.

[Mature Content- R-18] At 21, he never expected to wake up to a world in ruins. After years in a coma, Damien finds himself in a reality where the streets are swarming with undead, and the remnants of humanity are struggling to survive. But it isn’t just the world that’s changed—humans, too, have evolved, gaining abilities and strength in the face of extinction. He soon discovers that with each zombie he kills, his own power grows, allowing him to fight the horrors lurking in the shadows. Yet, as he navigates this new world, he finds something he never expected: companionship, in the form of beautiful, strong, and diverse women who cross his path. Some seek protection, others seek purpose, but all seem drawn to him—and he to them. Now, on a journey of survival, strength, and desire, he must master his abilities, keep his newfound allies safe, and maybe, just maybe, find love amidst the chaos. --- Warning!!! Dark asf, Not for the weak or the pure hearted.

One of the seven sins, the sin of lust is in danger of going on the loose, its new lord must contain it, only he can prevent us from being devoured by our lust. Why he was chosen is a mystery how he will rule is one as well but he will not fail. probably, hopefully, dear god I hope not {welcome our dear lord of lust, let your training begin}

He was naive and after being used he almost died but he managed to return to the beginning and now he wants revenge.

On the border of a kingdom named Caradel in a deep and great forest a man could be seen running, being chased by a group of men wearing armor as arrows flew in the air. One striking true to its target striking the man in the shoulder nevertheless the man continued running. The man named Baranor, a young man who had orange eyes black hair and tanned skin with a slight scruffy beard was running for his life while thinking to himself. 'How did this happen?!' Baranor running out of air feeling exhausted, and the blood flowing from his shoulder running down his back mixing with his sweat, Baranor stared in front of him only to see a drop off nearly 100 meters in front of him. The men behind him also seemed to notice that Baranor was running out of time, as nearly every single one of them let out a grin, as they approached the edge Baranor slowed to a halt, as did the men behind him. "Give up prince! Just accept what's to come, after all the throne is no longer yours to inherit!" Said the man leading the soldiers "I will never! Not after what you did to my men, not after what he did to my father!" Baranor replied "Hmph! So be it, I offer you life just for you to accept death" The man stated "Life? Life! you offer me death now or later, do you really think i'd be stupid enough to hand over the throne after witnessing your coupe against my father!" Baranor replied "Hmm, it seems your unwilling even till the end, Very well, Archer's! Fire!" The man commanded Baranor was now stuck between a rock and a hard place either jump off the cliff to a seemingly doomed fate or accept the fate that the man in front of him was offering. As he thought what he should do he heard the command the man spouted feeling the stress of the situation and his adrenalin nearly running out he decided. He'd rather die by his own hands than give the man in front of him that satisfaction! As he thought this he immediately took a step back falling to his doom. The man not expecting this looked rather confused only for his face to twist into a grin. 'Finally! Good riddance my dear prince!' The man said as he looked as the boy fell through the tough branches of the trees below Baranor looking up at one of the men that betrayed him thought to himself 'Is this how i really die? Well what can i say, i tried, i gave it my all.......' As Baranor was accepting his fate he thought back on his life only to be filled with rage 'No! I refuse to accept this laying down! Quintin I will come for you! I will come for all those who dare raise their sword to their king! No matter what! even if i have to accept a deal from the devi-' that was the last thought Baranor had before he hit the ground When Baranor hit the ground he didn't even feel the pain, just the shock, as it traveled through his body as his eyes slowly blurred he built up all his will to not pass out 'I refuse! I have to keep moving!' Baranor thought as he turned his body over back up When Baranor was starting to lose hope he started to hear faint whispers as he looked at the direction the whispers came he saw a cave, almost as if the whispers were drawing him in he forced himself to crawl and keep crawling, no matter what Baranor refused to stop crawling. Finally when Baranor arrived to where he heard the faint whispers they became louder almost screaming in his head as he saw it, a ring, resting on what looked to be an ancient place holder for it. Baranor grabbed the ring and lay on his back as he gathered his strength and said "My Fate! Is my own!" As he slid the ring on his finger. -------------------- -Author here Just a quick disclaimer! This novel is heavily inspired by lord of the rings if you couldn't tell also it's because i only ever saw one other story on a ring.

18 Year Old, Kaito Takahashi finds himself transported to another world alongside his classmates. He’s determined to find an artifact to go home, but during his adventure, he will soon realize that he is something that the people fear. In a magic world with his new identity as Nizara, he will go through a lot, to the point where he will be recognized as “The Resurrected Demon Lord”

When the spiritual barrier that has been intact for a hundred years is shattered by a meteor, spiritual energy that had disappeared starts to return. The mystical realm slowly begins its revival—magic, witchcraft, curses, supernatural lifeforms, strange and mysterious legends, monsters and gods from other worlds… The old world order collapses, yet the new order is mystifying and chaotic. Just before the unprecedented reformation is here, Tang Qi awakens and finds himself hung on the cross, having turned into an inferior demon and in great pain and agony… With his special ability to see through the nature of all things from the mystical realm and a sly and crafty mind, follow Tang Qi as he develops new skills and powers—as well as making new friends and allies—to battle and protect himself from never before seen supernatural threats in an unfamiliar world!

In a cruel world and with many difficulties, he was able to achieve his dream of entering Sanfort University. But who would have thought that fate would want something else for him and that's why his life path would undergo a big change. The path he had just started was destroyed by an unpredictable event. Unbeknownst to him, he was facing death, his body was being crushed under tremendous pressure, and blood was flowing from his emerald eyes, and that deadly energy broke all his bones and gave him a painful death, without being able to struggle for life. But his soul remained in this world due to anger and hatred. So he took a hard and scary way to find out the truth of his horrible death and find the killer and take revenge on him. Will it all end with finding the killer or are there more hidden things? He is accompanied by a creature called the Night King of the Dead to find the secrets of this world and sow the seeds of despair and misery in the hearts of his enemies. The cover is not mine. I took it from Pinterest.

Meng Cheng Xian at the end of his life understood his problem was where he was and then became xian. But he did not understand why he was reborn again, moreover in a strange world. Having come here, he could just stay there. He did not have to be too hasty because his dream had already been fulfilled before he died. Note: 'xian' can be roughly translated as 'immortal', but for me, it is too general to use the word 'immortal' so I will temporarily use the word 'xian' = '仙'. The story is inspired by Soul Land so there are some details that feel a bit similar. Of course in the end no one will become a god because who would dare?

It has been 8 years since the emergence of the "Gates" in the world. At first it was studied due to their strange appearance and the fact that they had some kind of timer on them was also a cause for them being studied. But when the timer hit zero various monsters appeared out of it destroying the places surrounding them and killing countless people. The military of all the world mobilised in order to combat them and protect their nations. But they soon found out that their weapons were ineffective against the monsters for some reason. Seeing this the people were thinking that all hope was lost when several figures from all around the world appeared and defeated the monsters. It was soon revealed that alongside the "Gates", "Doors" also appeared which after clearing, a person can get skills with which they will be able to fight against the monsters and destroy the "Gates." With the help of these special people which the world has dubbed as "Players" owing to their game like abilities, the world has managed to regain order as they destroy the Gates and protect the world. And the Players have become celebrities with Wealth, Fame and Power. Among them is Michael Wilson, an 18 year old boy from the country of India in the state of Kerala. He managed to get a Door for himself and gained a skill which was unique to say the least. Now armed with a skill of his own, he strives to reach the same heights as the other great Players in the world as he wishes to protect the world and starts his ascension in the world!

In a world where immortals live secretly among humans, a young and fiery immortal named Aria senses a looming threat to their existence. She embarks on a quest to unite the scattered immortals, convinced that together they can face any challenge. Aria gathers a diverse group of immortals, each with unique abilities and strengths. They include Lyra, a wise and ancient immortal; Jax, a charismatic leader; Lila, a skilled warrior; and Zane, a genius inventor. As they unite, they discover that the rogue organization, the Order of Mortality, seeks to eradicate immortals. Led by the enigmatic and ruthless Victor, the Order will stop at nothing to achieve their goal. Aria and her companions must use their combined strength and cunning to infiltrate the Order's headquarters, gather crucial information, and confront Victor. Along the way, they uncover a shocking revelation: Victor was once an immortal, turned against his own kind by a dark force. The immortals must now put aside their differences and unite against their common enemy. In a climactic battle, they harness their collective power to defeat the Order and shatter the darkness controlling Victor. With their existence revealed to humanity, the immortals must navigate a new era of coexistence. Aria and her companions emerge as leaders, determined to protect their kind and forge a brighter future for all. "Immortals Unite" is a story of self-discovery, unity, and the power of diversity, set in a world of ancient secrets, hidden dangers, and immortal potential.

As the young earl of Lordreign, Kimberly Cox must deal with the duties of his noble blood. The young man goes through many cases that lead to him questioning the true history of his family and himself whilst facing his own supposedly 'deceased' father with an ability that disrupts time whenever he pleases. Kim goes through peculiar and unfortunate events with Nia Hunter, a childhood friend, and Aron Patel, a knight's apprentice, to find his father and bring his company down from destroying the country of Abria.

My view about life seriously has always sucked, as my opinion about rings, it was nothing special. Everyone has always had that time when something happened and it influenced their point of view on many things. And Everyone has always had that point of extraordinary where a single variable begins to defy all your point of view and make you rethink it all. For some it could be love, some may be the new launching that defies all their past judgment about games, for some it could be phones but for me, it was a ring. A ring that transmigrated me and gave me another chance to relive my until now, pathetic life. The world of CERIA was beyond what I had expected, beasts, vassal weapons, magic, martial arts, endless exploration and still improving concepts. It was a world that made me look forward to every day I woke up. However, with this new chance came responsibility, come along with me and my ring companion as we take a big step into the world of Ceria and discover unquestioned answers. The story Pace is neither too fast nor too slow, all are in a perfect rhythmic format with the story itself. Note: This book is written in first person omniscient and the information power the narrator has over other characters is limited. Because the narrator is the MC, he won't reveal much information about other characters until they are actually revealed in the story progression, but he explains himself freely, hence it is possible to feel a slight voice change when narrating other scenes where MC is not present. But if you pay attention from the beginning nothing will change, since there won't be frequent POV changes. :::::;:; Cover is not mine, credit goes to whoever owns it....and I will still change it::::::::: :::: To enjoy the ecstasy of this book, it shouldn't be read absentmindedly because one of its unique traits is the narration voice:::: Follow sage_m8de on Instagram to see updates about characters and stories. The pictures are not mine however they are exactly how the characters are and are nearer to the description given. Spoiler alerts: there are pieces of information about characters that are yet to be introduced in the story.