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Set on the technologically decadent planet Proton, the story follows a protagonist determined to defeat the oppressive Gamesmen. He discovers a mysterious curtain, revealed by a loving robot, that promises escape. Yet beyond the curtain lies Phaze, a realm governed entirely by magic. In this magical world he must learn to master sorcery to survive, as his alternate self has already been killed and the next victim awaits. The narrative contrasts Proton’s reliance on games and technology with Phaze’s mystical forces, underscoring the protagonist’s struggle to navigate both realities.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Piers Anthony
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