Author’s Note

Reaper’s End is a standalone prequel set 221 years before the events of A Viral Imperium: book one of the Plagueborn Series. It chronicles the purges—a brutal campaign against the viral undead, which led to their near-eradication across the world.

While this short novel can be read independently, it does offer glimpses into events and characters who will later shape the world of the Plagueborn. One such figure is Tezcat Licolo, a companion to the infamous Threadfin Todder, whose own story begins in

A Viral Imperium

Whether this book is your first introduction to the Plagueborn world, or you’re returning from the main series, welcome.

This is where the purges began.

Curious to learn more about the undead, the magic, and the history that shaped this world? Explore the lore here:

https://darrenjoy.com/virals