The Crystal Guardian A Tale of Light and Shadow

When twelve-year-old Sparda accidentally blows up his third training dummy of the week, he doesn't expect it to lead to the end of the world. But when the ancient barrier protecting the floating kingdom of Aethermoor shatters, shadow-demons flood the skies—led by the legendary Demon King, Zork. Once, Zork was Prince Zorion, a guardian of light and shadow. Betrayed, broken, and consumed by rage, he was sealed away for a thousand years. Now he's back, and his vengeance burns brighter than the sun. Sparda's silver fire can do something no other magic can—it doesn't destroy demons, it purifies them. With a cocky demon hunter named Dante, a stoic knight named Marcus, and more reckless bravery than common sense, Sparda sets out to confront the Demon King. But what if Zork isn't pure evil? What if he's just… hurt? In a battle where saving the enemy might be the only way to save the world, Sparda must decide: is redemption worth the pain it takes to earn it? Packed with explosive battles, razor-sharp banter, and a heartfelt exploration of trauma and forgiveness, Zork the Demon King is perfect for fans of fast-paced fantasy with anime-inspired flair.