Weapons of War

Step into a world of gods and dragons in Book 1 of Shaun P. Allen’s Zicastor Trilogy: Weapons of War. It’s 400 years since the Gods waged a war against each other that lasted for centuries and almost annihilated the planet’s population. The Gods, banished from the world, now rule through prophets, known as Immortals.

Step into a world of gods and dragons in Book 1 of Shaun P. Allen’s Zicastor Trilogy: Weapons of War. It’s 400 years since the Gods waged a war against each other that lasted for centuries and almost annihilated the planet’s population. The Gods, banished from the world, now rule through prophets, known as Immortals. When war once again looms, Durrel Rizon, General of the Zicastor Army, loyal to the God of Death, leads a troop of his warriors to a fortress on the continent of Babek to investigate a mysterious silence from the bases commander. Upon arrival he finds the fortress destroyed by an ancient foe. As Durrel leads his troops to safety he encounters a strange and massive army fielding Forbidden Weapons from The Centuries War bent on the destruction of the Gods and their prophets. With a war raging around him and the weather turning against him, Durrel struggles to bring his troops safely home. But that may not be possible as darker forces are at play. One of the Immortals has already been murdered and Durrel and his troopers are marching right into the heart of a conflict that will change the world forever.

I had an interest in writing throughout my youth and have written a large number of short stories or flash fiction just for the enjoyment of it. It was not until I was 27 years of age that I decided to take my hobby of writing a little more seriously and have since completed a lengthy novel which is currently being split into a series of three. I have also commenced a second novel, or what could end up being my fourth novel, depending on how you look at it! Originally from Canberra, ACT, and now living in Townville, Qld, I have been involved (and am still involved) in writers groups such as the Canberra Speculative Fiction Guild and the Writers in Townsville (WiTs) group. As you’ve no doubt already established, from what has been posted, I write speculative fiction, but, can sometimes lean towards the horror / thriller genre. If my arms twisted enough (so that it’s close to breaking!) I can write more general fiction too. Most of what I write is aimed at adult audiences and with an occasional required tweak it can also be suitable to young adult audience too. I have long been fascinated with the histories of humanity at war, in particular World War Two, and the tactics involved in fighting. I also have an interest in weaponry and armour throughout the ages, from the simple sword to the most complex modern weapon systems. War tactics, campaigns and weaponry feature strongly throughout my work and I'm frequently studying the subject matter between my day job, home commitments and writing.