
Rerelease
Nimponin
Book 1 / Volume I -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: 9/1/2025
This is a story of consequences that unknowingly occurred when the Gods created our universe and how a vile evil from a Dark Realm infiltrated and manifested into our very own universe. The evil that now exists has an overwhelming desire to devour and destroy everything that is held sacred and good. The Gods sensed this evil, and a battle unfolded to entrap the dark god Nimponin. Once trapped, the children of the same Gods who created the heavens struggle over one planet's survival in the vast universe. Corruption, betrayal, and deceit try to bring forth chaos and mayhem to obliterate the good in the world.
One man, William James, a direct descendant of a once-powerful matriarch of the Tatokai Islands, is able to call forth the four elements of Earth, Wind, Water, and Fire and control them with the mana of Spirit. A power that has not been seen for over a thousand years. The goddess Laki chooses him as her Champion and appoints him as the Sendoka of her and her sisters' religion.
At his side is Samuel Miro, a swordsman ranked higher than any Master. He accepts the Goddess Jutsuk's request to become her Champion and is anointed as the Shikakin to protect and defend William against any threats. The two of them seek out the Gifted, four individuals who, like William, can call forth the elements. Once found and with others, they will fight to stop the ongoing spread of evil, trying to corrupt the world.
Nova, a beautiful, cold-hearted, merciless woman, is chosen as the dark Gods Guichi and Tanin to become their Kaisoshosuko to destroy the religion of the Goddesses and to find other dark crystals to release Nimponin once again. They task her to raise an Army of the Dark, and once she has this army, she is to terrorize the lands and destroy any good they find in the world. Her army is made up of cutthroats, murderers, thieves, and the scum of the earth, who all pay fealty to her. Nova herself has been trained by the sisters Mae and Mia, who came from the Dark Realm and have the power to bring forth Sutaraukaji and Chizobutsu creatures and beasts from their Realm. While her army grows, Nova searches for her “Chosen,” four special women who can be taught to harness the Dark Arts and to do her bidding.
The confrontation between Good and Evil slowly unfolds as the reborn Goddesses become Tendaishi, knowing that one cannot exist without the other. Still, the annihilation of one over the other is too great, as treachery, murder, betrayal, and lust are a few of the many things that could plunge the planet of Chikyu into total darkness and possibly destroy all of humanity.

Nimponin
Book 1 / Volume II -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD

On the Horizon
Approaching Storm
Book 2 / Volume I -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: 9/1/2025
Approaching Storm
Book 2 / Volume II -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD
Approaching Storm
Book 2 / Volume III -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD
Approaching Storm
Book 2 / Volume IV -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD
The Reawakening
Book 3 / Volume I -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD
The Reawakening
Book 3 / Volume II -
Shingakusha Hoseki Trilogy
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Available: TBD
Praise & Reviews
I give this book and 8.5! I think the story line is great and kept me guessing. Always wondering what’s next. The flow was pretty good, although, trying to learn all the characters in the beginning was a little daunting. I think by having so many characters, it made it a little difficult for me to keep track of them all, especially since a lot of them have more than one name / nickname, but by the end of the book, I think I have them all figured out. The little refreshers from one chapter to the next helped remind me who was who. The descriptions and details in the book were awesome! I could envision myself in each of the different battle grounds and could picture all of the characters as if I were watching a movie! I liked the dialogue. Thought the characters interacted well. My review: An adventurous story about good vs evil, filled full of unexpected twists and turns. This book keeps you guessing as to what will happen next and will leave you looking forward to the next book in the series
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- Reanna W
For those who love to read - whether it be fantasy, horror, mystery - Nimponin is a great riveting book with all that and more. From beginning to end, through light and through the Dark Realm, it's a never-ending battle between the forces of Good and Evil. We know which one should win, which one we want to win. But will it? Read Nimponin (Book 1) for the beginning of the trip of a lifetime.
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About Robert C. Foley
Born and raised in the Greater New England area known for its rich history and fishing fleets. Right out of high school, he joined the US Air Force, and traveled throughout the US and Far East.
In Japan, he met a beautiful woman, and soon she became his wife.
After creating his heir to the throne and recipient of all his fortune, he returned to New England, to work in the field of communications.
He presently resides in Southern New England, with his wife, his son, and two cats, Coffee and Tea.