Elomaneck: Duraban Rebels

By Amulon Theophilus

The Most Respectable Mesecadesec is in charge of Elomaneck and the Aspirian beings faithfully serving him. An evil servant named Duraban leads a revolt against Mesecadesec. It is crushed and Duraban and his followers are banished. Exiled among the earthlings, Duraban is determined to trick the earthlings into following him. Scheming with Prince Azura, they plot to murder Azura's brother, Prince Blaza, and his father, King Jeru, ruler of Monocoladia, the world's most powerful kingdom.

Using the Clusters of Iaian to entice earthlings into atrocious acts of evil, Duraban soon has them murdering each other as chaos spreads throughout the planet. He kills Azura and is crowned king by the only surviving royal family member, Princess Setauge.

Mesecadesec sends a hero, Ketelema, to engage in an epic battle against Duraban and his minions. The evil one is defeated and the absolute rule of the Most Respectable restored to Elomaneck and the earthlings.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Sep 18, 2015
• ISBN: 9781514408308

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Copyright © 2015 by Sheldon Clarke.

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Contents

Introduction

Chapter One Duraban’s Master Plan

Chapter Two Azura’s Challenge

Chapter Three Duraban and Azura

Chapter Four The Conspiracy

Chapter Five Coronation Festivities

Chapter Six Setauge’s Dream

Chapter Seven Ketelema’s Arrival

Chapter Eight Azura’s Plan

Chapter Nine Protector of the People

Chapter Ten Betrayal

Chapter Eleven Duraban Strikes

Chapter Twelve The Death of Azura

Chapter Thirteen The Final Battle

Introduction

Many centuries ago in Eons of time, Mesecadesec, the Most Respectable lived in the second realm of Elomaneck. It was an immense swath of land covered in thick glacial frost pines for countless miles set amongst innumerable lakes frozen from bottom to top stretching over the horizon. Beyond these borders entering boundless nearly empty mountain ranges, lay the secret chamber of the Most Respectable. His abode and his throne were guarded by layer upon layer of defense shielded him from any and every possible threat. Thousands of catapults armed with deadly fireballs ringed his fortified dwelling place, invisible swords, deadly lightening and legions of fiercely loyal elite soldiers patrolled every possible entrance. The security of this place had never once been breached. Indeed, no one had ever had the audacity to even try. In due course, the most respectable produced a host of agents known as Aspirian Beings with great wisdom, power and they knew good from bad. They also dwelled in Elomaneck but far away from the Most Respectable.

Inside the Golden Gates of Elomaneck, the first dimension was a city unlike any other in the boundless expanse of the universe. It was the epitome of perfection and harmony, a veritable Utopia where golden streams watered the land and multi-colored waterfalls cascaded with a thunderous ovation. Majestic mountain peaks reached toward the heavens, while brightly colored eagles and flying red horses soared overhead. The place was warm and most pleasant all of the time. Exotic creatures walked its gold paved streets and never was there any dissent or despair to mar this unblemished kingdom.

However, there was also a place called Eckashadam far different from this indescribably beautiful paradise, a place of warfare and violence specifically designed as a battleground and as a place of separation for those who opposed The Most Respectable. The battlegrounds were fearsome, and included virtually impenetrable obstacles such as invisible volcanic mountains and swords, toxic clouds and endless swamps covered with vines that would swallow up any and all who might dare venture into their lair.

It took Eons of time before some Aspirian Beings became disloyal to The Most Repectable during their stay at Elomaneck. Indeed, their very existence was magnificent to behold, especially considering all of their incalculable unique qualities. The Aspirian beings had glittering colors of blue, red, and white that would dazzle the naked eye. Mesecadesec was of course well aware that some of the agents he had formulated were less than perfect and in time would go through the dark passage. Nevertheless, he was delighted with all that he had produced.

The Most Respectable balanced the common grounds of Elomaneck and Eckashadam without creating destruction. However, the battle for territorial control would lead to confusion and the permanent cessation of all vital functions. That is, unless the Most Respectable decided to intercede.

Of all the creatures that Mesecadesec had made, his most beloved was Lamek, whose duties included reporting daily activities to The Most Respectable.

One day, while Lamek was roaming through the kingdom, he heard an insidious plot to overthrow The Most Respectable, Mesecadesec. The leader of this evil conspiracy, Duraban in his arrogance never realized that Lamek was aware of their scheme.

And some of their thoughts were ominous and dark to say the least . . . .

Chapter One

Duraban’s Master Plan

A leader of Elomaneck, Duraban wore a long white robe given to him by Mesacdesec, its purple collar underneath his long flowing hair signified his royalty. The robe was encrusted with priceless jewels and hung to the floor giving the appearance of majesty. A flash of reddish blue emblazoned across the shoulders added even further vitality and a yellow hem finished the look. He gazed out over the restless throng, his blue eyes, icy cold panned from left to right. His complexion was as translucent as glass through blue sky.

When the crowd hushed he began to speak, his voice deep and commanding. We’ve gathered here outside the Golden Gates to change time. I’ve been longing for this day and for once consider you equals. I have grown weary of watching and obeying The Most Respectable. The time for a new beginning, the ushering in of a new era, is now upon us. Three days hence, I will announce my attack on the Chamber of Elomaneck Golden Gates.

He again panned the assemblage of his fellow Aspirian Beings, his cold, unremitting eyes seeming to level on each individual. As they awaited his next words, there was a silence that was palpable. Those of you who are against me speak now! he challenged.

He stopped and waited, his eyes again lasering into the crowd. Or bow down, showing your loyalty to me. He folded his arms and waited patiently for the response. It was as though he was daring them not to follow his lead, to not heed his call.

The first Aspirian Being