Introduction: Ethan Watts had thought Divine Conquest was only some revolutionary new VR game, a break from his constant study, work, and isolation in college. But when the headset yanks him out of his world and into a world that is ruled by gods of ages past, it quickly becomes evident that this isn't a game. It's reality. Selected from two billion contenders, Ethan is one of 20,000 players physically relocated to a world that is more than anything imagined. The surprise? Death is not temporary. No respawn, no do-over, just the hard, scary truth of being eliminated from existence. As Ethan attempts to come to terms with the new world that he now occupies, a life-altering surprise upsets all: he's not just a player. He's different. Something greater than human has given him powers associated with a forgotten heritage, unlocking within him the potential to shape his own destiny or destroy him. Locked now in a world governed by legend and divine decree, Ethan must navigate lethal tests of skill and courage, uncover concealed truths, and learn to control his newfound powers. Every choice could be life… or death. This is not a game. It's life or death, and who knows how far Ethan will have to go to live?...