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Downfall And Rise

Challenger's Call #1 / 11
by Nathan A. Thompson
Downfall And Rise (Challenger's Call #1) by Nathan A. Thompson
Unrated

Disabled. Disgraced. Defiant.

When a sports injury ruins his body and his memory, Wes Malcolm loses his scholarship and his place in the world.

After every treatment fails, he is forced to consider that his future and dreams may be lost. But the next time he sleeps, he winds up in another world with its own rules. Here, he can grow, learn, and thrive, with no injury or public disgrace to show up and take it all away again. But this world and all its sister planets are under assault from dire prophecies and a slavering horde of nightmare creatures.

The strange, beautiful steward of these worlds offers him a deal: Save her worlds, and he can take part of the power he gains back to his original body on Earth. There, he can use that power to undo his condition and gain another shot at all his hopes and dreams. And maybe even exceed them.

But will removing his disability and stigma be enough for him to become the hero he believes he can be?

Come and find out.

Fantasy Story with LitRPG elements.

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Release date: July 10, 2018

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Nathan A. Thompson

Nathan A. Thompson

Nathan A. Thompson’s journey as a writer began with a fascination for stories that merge the fantastical with the real. Born in Michigan and raised in Texas, Nathan always had an affinity for the imaginative, gravitating toward tales that offered something beyond the ordinary. His love for storytelling took many forms over the years, including dabbling in voice work, but his heart always returned to the written word.

With a penchant for crafting complex worlds and exploring deep character development, Nathan’s work often blurs the lines between genres. His Challenger’s Call series, for example, intricately weaves the threads of fantasy and LitRPG, offering readers not just a tale of good versus evil, but one that dives into personal growth, camaraderie, and the impact of choice. Whether facing epic battles or navigating personal challenges, his characters resonate with authenticity, making their journeys feel both grand and intimate.

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The Soulship series marks another turning point in Nathan's career, embracing the dystopian and sci-fi realms. His first book in the series, First Orbit, introduces readers to a universe teeming with complex moral dilemmas, where humanity’s future hangs in the balance. As the series unfolds, Nathan invites his readers to reflect on the interplay between humanity and technology, all while maintaining a gripping narrative that refuses to let go.

When Nathan’s not writing, he enjoys reading, finding inspiration in books that challenge his perspectives and fuel his imagination. Now living in Oklahoma with his family, Nathan’s work continues to evolve, drawing on his diverse experiences and deep curiosity about the world.

Through his stories, Nathan A. Thompson creates worlds where readers can lose themselves, confront their own beliefs, and, perhaps, find a little bit of themselves in the characters’ struggles and triumphs. With each book, he builds a world where the line between hero and villain is never as clear-cut as it first appears, and where growth, redemption, and sacrifice are always at the forefront.

Challenger's Call

In the immersive world of Challenger's Call, reality is no longer a fixed concept—it’s a shifting, unpredictable force where virtual and real life collide. When Wes Malcolm finds himself trapped in a cutting-edge VR game designed by his late father, he isn’t just playing for victory. The game is his lifeline, a chance to restore his shattered body and mind after a life-altering accident. But as he ventures deeper into these digital realms, Wes uncovers secrets that could reshape everything he thought he knew about himself, his past, and the fate of the multiverse.

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Each book in this gripping series unravels new worlds, from fantastical landscapes inspired by myth and technology, to the emotional battlegrounds of Wes’s psyche. The journey is not just one of physical survival, but of profound internal growth—where the lines between hero and villain blur, and choices are weighted with consequences that echo across worlds. The atmosphere is tense, full of high-stakes challenges that blend the thrilling pace of LitRPG with the philosophical depths of what it means to exist in a reality we can control.

With its masterful world-building, Challenger’s Call explores the concept of identity in a way that will resonate with anyone who’s ever questioned their place in a rapidly changing world. The story’s rich narrative weaves technology, mythology, and deep emotional arcs into a seamless experience, making it a compelling read for fans of epic fantasy and high-tech adventures alike.

The protagonist's evolution is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit when faced with impossible odds. As Wes’s journey unfolds, readers will find themselves questioning the very nature of reality, and whether the ultimate challenge is simply surviving—or understanding who you are when everything else is lost.

Immerse yourself in Challenger’s Call—a series that pushes the boundaries of imagination and leaves you on the edge of your seat, wondering what’s next in this intricate, ever-expanding multiverse.


Challenger's Call consists of ten books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Downfall And Rise (Challenger's Call #1)
Unrated
Behemoths Beneath (Challenger's Call #8)
Unrated
Trial of Horns (Challenger's Call #9)
★ 10.00 / 1
Raging Thrones (Challenger's Call #10)
⧗ 9.34 / 3
Challenger's Call Book 11 (Challenger's Call #11)
⧗ 8.00 / 1


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