In a world beyond time, the Palindrake family rules the rocky kingdom of Caradore, their right ordained by their allegiance to the power of the sea. But war came to them, and defeat at the hands of the king of Fire. For generations the Palindrake Lords served the god of Fire. But now, five lifetimes later, the Palindrake heir, Vlraven V, has a twin sister, a woman who embodies their inheritance of power in a way that no wife ever could. The tidal power in their blood draws them to each other, into a forbidden passion that cold sweep away the bonds of fire placed upon the oceanic magic of the sea, and free Caradore from its long imprisonment. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
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Navy and Marine Corps leaders recognize that the strategic environment will undergo significant changes as we move into the 21st century. In preparation for these changes, the Navy is exploring new command and control relationships, and the Marine Corps established Sea Dragon to experiment with emerging technologies, operational concepts, and new organizational structures. The objective of these innovative efforts is to create synergy through the development of a command and control doctrine that efficiently utilizes all of the assets of the Naval Expeditionary Task Force (NETF), and the development of new tactics, techniques and procedures for the employment of the Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)). This paper will explore the potential employment of MEU(SOC)s, as envisioned in Sea Dragon, under the proposed command and control structure for NETFs. To gain an appreciation for the significance of these undertakings, this paper will discuss the Navy and Marine Corps vision of the future strategic environment, provide a historical perspective of the development of previous doctrine and tactics, outline the initiatives of the Sea Dragon concept, and describe the proposed command and control relationships within the NETF. Finally, this paper will suggest Sea Dragon MEU(SOC) employment in seven different MEU(SOC) missions, in the context of the new NETF command and control framework.
Will Lila's dreams reshape her world, or will darkness consume them all? Lila is the spirited daughter of the Raider leader. Raised to follow in her father's footsteps, Lila dreams of transforming their plundering ways into something noble. Her vision? To unite the Raiders as Dragon Mercenaries, riding majestic creatures to defend merchant fleets and navies. When fate brings Lila face to face with the unruly dragon she is destined to bond with, an unlikely duo is formed. Together, they discover that their intertwined futures are just the beginning of a grander tale. A distressing message arrives from the West Witches, urging Lila and her newfound friend, the unseasoned magician Danu, to embark on a perilous mission to the Ise of Sebol. There, they must uncover the looming threat that jeopardizes the Western Isles. As evil sweeps through the land, Lila realizes that aid may come from an unexpected source—the dragon riders of Torvald, sworn enemies of the Raiders. Determined to save her friends, Lila sets forth on a treacherous journey into hostile territory, seeking allies against the darkness threatening to consume them all. Only by embracing her destined leadership can Lila hope to prevail. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing Sea Dragons Trilogy: Books 1 -3, including Dragon Raider, Dragon Crown,and Dragon Prophecy. Join Lila on an extraordinary fantasy adventure where she dares to dream of a brighter future for her people.
From the days of oars and coal-fired engines to the computerized era of the 21st century, The Bluejacket’s Manual has been an essential part of the American Sailor’s sea bag for over one hundred years, serving as an introduction to the Navy for new recruits and as a reference book for Sailors of all ranks. Written by a Sailor whose decades of naval service included sea duty in patrol craft, destroyers, cruisers, and aircraft carriers as both an officer and a “white hat,” this newest edition has been overhauled to reflect the current state of the ever-evolving United States Navy and includes chapters on ships and aircraft, uniforms, weapons, damage control, communications, naval customs and ceremonies, security, leadership, pay and benefits, naval missions, military fundamentals, and seamanship. Since Lieutenant Ridley McLean wrote the first edition of this perennial classic, the Navy has grown from fledgling sea power to master of the world’s oceans, and both technology and American culture have changed in ways probably unimaginable in his day. Although The Bluejacket’s Manual has necessarily evolved (through more than twenty revisions) to reflect those changes, its original purpose has remained steadfastly on course. Like its predecessors, this new edition makes no attempt to be a comprehensive textbook on all things naval—to do so today would require a multivolume set that would defy practicality—but it continues to serve two very important purposes. First, it serves as a primer that introduces new recruits to their Navy and helps them make the transition from civilian to Sailor. Second, it serves as a handy reference that Sailors can rely on as a ready source of basic information as they continue their service, whether for only one “hitch” or for an entire career. To that end, this 25th edition has been reorganized to more efficiently reflect those dual purposes, with the first part of the book consisting of “Chapters” that provide introductions and basic explanations that Sailors new to the Navy will find most helpful, and the second part consisting of “Tabs” that deal with specifics—often mere tables—that seasoned Sailors will find useful for reference purposes. Also unique to this latest edition has been the creation of an accompanying website that will serve to keep the book current and provide valuable supplementary material. In total, this latest edition of a recognized Navy classic continues to serve today’s “Bluejackets” and “Old Salts” in the traditional manner while providing a fresh approach that will be welcomed by potential recruits, Navy buffs, and a growing number of Bluejacket Manual collectors.
Author's Note By looking into The Book of Life, Humanity's Soul Records, Sophia witnessed that Souls began their sacred journey in a "fall" from grace that shattered their innocence and caused a splintering of the personality. In four simple words, Sophia came to understand the Soul's raison d'être for existence--it is for The Education of Innocence. That secret has been well hidden within great Mysteries coveted by ancients in the sacred Temples of old. But why was that secret hidden? What does that secret reveal about the true essence of our nature? Once that true essence is known, how could that awareness bring knowledge that could change our lives? In essence, what does innocence have to do with Divine power? The Education of Innocence portrays the archetypal story that rings true for every incarnated Soul. The stages of a Soul's sacred journey are metaphorically portrayed, revealing the "fall" that had devastating consequences upon humanity's collective psyche, and what now compels an awakening in global consciousness critical for survival. When innocence became shattered, a shadow rose in place of light. Without understanding the shadow, one can never transcend illusions. Without transcending illusions, the admonition (deliberate use) in the bible, "Ye are Gods," can never be known again. The Master awaits. Book II opens in the Underworld of Darkness where a Dark Lord is reminiscing about events that shaped his brutal character, accountable for his splintered Soul. Striving to fulfill the Black Oracle to claim dominion over the Empire of Darkness, he must overcome impossible odds. Little Sol awakens to his destiny, with Initiations of remembrance guided by the Wizard Domaine. A whole host of sea creatures portraying Shadow and Light clash during the Apocalyptic times of The Final Reckoning. With the outcome unknown, the Immortals of the Original Ancestry of the Gods must come into remembrance if the Kingdom of Oceana is to be rescued from its terrifying fate.
