Books with author Virginia Ripley

***For a limited time, you can get the next Master Cat series novel, Journeyman Cat, for free - click here to find out more > virginiaripple.com (just copy and paste into your browser)***A magical partnership between a cat and a boy. A mysterious plot years in the making. Will they uncover the truth before it’s too late? Toby is a young tom with big dreams. He wants to be just like his father, who had a distinguished career serving the High Council until his disappearance. First things first, Toby must become an apprentice cat and study magic with other magical cats and mages. Accepted into the King’s Master School of Mages, he’s partnered with Lorn Ribaldy, the human nephew of a notorious traitor. Before long, Toby and Lorn learn that they may soon lose their places in the school and society because of their association with Lorn’s uncle. Their only hope is to find the secret to Toby’s father’s disappearance. When the puzzle pieces start to fit together, they learn that a much greater danger is looming. Can they catch the evil mastermind at work -- and keep up with their homework -- before all of humanity is destroyed? Apprentice Cat is a magical animal adventure story appropriate for ages nine and up about overcoming obstacles. If you love edge-of-your-seat action, intriguing espionage, and a bit of magic, then you’ll love Virginia Ripple’s first installment of the Master Cat series. Buy Apprentice Cat to start the magical adventure today!Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin (coming soon) Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also a good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets within the next few months. Enjoy and thanks for reading!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Children's Coming of Age Fantasy Books- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy

He'll protect his partner's dream--until someone he loves is murdered…Despite the war, despite that everyone else says he’s dead, Journeyman Toby continues to search for his father with the help of his human partner. When what promised to be another dead-end lead turns into something more, Toby pounces on the possibility like only a talking magical cat can. However, his questions regarding the secret goings-on of a local temple catches the attention of a mysterious cat whose sole ambition is to enslave the human race.His supervisor orders the young tom to leave his informal investigation alone or be dismissed from the Office of Kingdom Guardianship. Even though he yearns to find his father, Toby obeys because it would mean taking away the one thing his partner cherishes: his position in the OKG. He follows orders, that is, until someone connected with the temple kills someone he loves. Journeyman Cat is the second full-length novel in Virginia Ripple's Master Cat series, a clean sword and sorcery fantasy for ages 9 and older. If you like J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter or Erin Hunter's Warriors, then you'll love a series that combines their best traits of magic, mystery and talking cats.Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the MalkinQ - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets soon. Buy this book and continue your adventure with talking magical cats today!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

His father disappeared... His mother was murdered... His partner is out to kill him...Toby, a magical talking cat, has cut ties with the Office of Kingdom Guardianship, intent on finding his long-lost father and avenging his mother’s murder. He thought he left everyone behind, but someone from his past is stalking him. Now he must avoid this strange new menace while he seeks the truth about his family’s dark history, a history that threatens to unravel his sanity and cause the rest of the world to descend into madness. Can Toby reconcile himself with the past or will his inner turmoil allow his enemy to plunge humanity into chaos once and for all? Master Cat is the third full-length novel in Virginia Ripple's Master Cat series, a clean sword and sorcery fantasy for ages 9 and older. If you like J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter or Erin Hunter's Warriors, then you'll love a series that combines their best traits of magic, mystery and talking cats.Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the MalkinQ - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets soon. Buy this book and continue your adventure with talking magical cats today!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

Can a broken hero put his past behind to save an innocent feline from being executed?Toby, a magical talking cat, wants nothing to do with his old life, but someone isn’t letting that happen. When an old friend begs him to help keep an innocent feline from being executed for a murder he didn’t commit, Toby must choose to put his past behind and catch the real killer or risk losing everything that meant anything to him—including his best friend. Guardian Cat is the fourth full-length novel in Virginia Ripple's Master Cat series, a clean sword and sorcery fantasy for ages 9 and older. If you like J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter or Erin Hunter's Warriors, then you'll love a series that combines their best traits of magic, mystery and talking cats.Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin- Treasure of the Malkin- Guardian CatQ - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets soon. Buy this book and continue your adventure with talking magical cats today!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

The humans want to kill all cats, be they ordinary or magical. The cats want to escape somewhere far from humans. Nadine is a feline social welfare agent whose sole wish is to re-unite the two races in this post-plague world. After a narrow escape from orphaned teenagers determined to use her for target practice, Nadine is left terrified and wondering if there’s a way humans and felines can live together in peace.She finds the answer to her worries in a story about a magical cat, a true Malkin called the Baruhk Sh’Toole. Unfortunately, the Baruhk Sh’Toole disappeared years ago, taking her secrets with her. Despite warnings from her friend, Nadine is determined to find this legendary cat and return life to normal.With only a map of the queen’s last known location and a vague story to go on, the she-cat leaves her comfortable life for an adventure to the Outer Reaches, a place where the trappers will skin a cat alive and then consider killing it. There she must befriend a priest and hope he knows where to find the cat who can heal the world, but doesn’t want to be found.Can a naive young social worker uncover the secrets of the Baruhk Sh’Toole and heal the widening rift between humans and cats or is Nadine doomed to be one more victim in the war?Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin (coming soon) Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also a good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets within the next few months. Enjoy and thanks for reading!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

Can a time-traveling feline stop an ignorant young mage from bringing hell and damnation to the 21st century?A time-traveling cat trapped in the 21st century thinks getting his paws on a magical artifact guaranteed to bring him home will be a cinch until its snatched away by the unexpected--a young, untrained mage. It’s a race against time as Henry and Liz try to negotiate their rocky friendship while trying to locate the teenager before she succumbs to the hidden evils of the relic and turns the world into hell on Earth.

When demons rise, only a time-traveling feline can save the world.Henry is the Librarian, or was until a demon from the Horde thrust him into the future. Now he's a magical talking cat in a time where no such thing exists. After a being hit by a car, he strikes an uneasy friendship with an unassuming human named Liz, whose inquisitiveness rivals his own. Hoping to find a way back to his time, Henry asks Liz to grant him a final favor before he leaves: to visit the grand opening of the new Ancient Mysteries wing of the local library. While admiring the exhibits from his own time, Henry discovers someone has plans to raise the demon Horde using an ancient magical artifact tucked away in the library’s collection. With no one else to turn to, Henry and Liz work to stop the threat before the demons rise and bring the end of the world with them.Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin (coming soon) Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also a good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets within the next few months. Enjoy and thanks for reading!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

When demons threaten humanity, a shy cat will rise up.3 novellas. 350+ pages of magic and adventure. Save nearly 50% when you buy the box set!In a world full of magical talking cats, Nadine was just another hard-working feline until an attack on her life gave her abilities she never dreamed existed. With the sudden understanding of what is really behind the war between humans and cats, Nadine must learn to use her new powers or watch her friends, and the rest of humanity, burn.* * *Secrets of the Malkin (War of the Malkin Novella #1)In a world of magical talking cats, Nadine was just another feline social worker……until she learns a secret that can save the world... and get her killed.After a narrow escape from orphaned teenagers determined to use her for target practice, Nadine, a feline social worker, is left terrified and wonder if there's a way humans and felines can live together in peace in this post-plague world. She finds the answer in a story about a magical cat called the Baruhk Sh'Toole. Unfortunately, she disappeared years ago, taking her secrets with her. With only a map of the queen's last known location and a vague story to go on, the she-cat leaves for an adventure to the Outer Reaches, a place where trappers will skin a cat alive and then consider killing it. There she must befriend a priest and hope he knows where to find the cat who can heal the world, but doesn't want to be found. Can a naive young social worker uncover the secrets of the Baruhk Sh'Toole and heal the widening rift between humans and cats or is Nadine doomed to be one more victim in the war?* * *Huntress of the Malkin (War of the Malkin Novella #2)Nadine thinks she has found her calling as a healer to both cats and humans……until a demon foretells the end of the world.An accomplished healer of both cats and humans, Nadine finds herself whiskers to fangs with a demon while making what should have been a routine house call. Defeated, the demon soars away, but not before warning her that the world is about to be ripped from existence. Nadine casts the idea aside as the rantings of evil until she returns to her temple home to discover it in flames and her mentor vanished. When a visiting monk named Eli says her friend was taken by a religious extremist group looking for a book that can erase existence, Nadine realizes she must take the demon's warning seriously and go after them. Despite her misgivings about Eli, she takes him with her on what promises to be a fur-raising adventure. Can Nadine keep the book from falling into the wrong hands and save her friend or will she doom all of creation to certain annihilation?* * *Clash of the Malkin (War of the Malkin Novella #3)Her world in peril... His need to stop a killer……Which will she use her magic for?Nadine's powers are growing, and so is her enemy's desire to see her dead. She thought she'd thwarted his plans to use the Book of Knowledge to end creation, but the cunning demon managed to snatch the Book from under her whiskers. Hot on his trail, Nadine meets up with an old friend who needs her help to stop a power-hungry master cat determined to enslave humanity. Now she must decide: finish her mission and save creation or help her friend defeat his enemy and stop a war.Grab your copy now. Save nearly 50% over buying each book separately. Scroll up and buy it today!

An accomplished healer of both cats and humans, Nadine finds herself whiskers to fangs with a demon while making what should have been a routine house call. Defeated, the demon soars away, but not before warning her that the world is about to be ripped from existence. Nadine casts the idea aside as the rantings of evil until she returns to her temple home to discover it in flames and her mentor vanished. When a visiting monk named Eli says her friend was taken by a religious extremist group looking for a book that can erase existence Nadine realizes she must take the demon’s warning seriously and go after them. Despite her misgivings about Eli, she takes him with her on what promises to be a fur-raising adventure. Can Nadine keep the book from falling into the wrong hands and save her friend or will she doom all of creation to certain annihilation?Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin (coming soon) Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also a good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets within the next few months. Enjoy and thanks for reading!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

Her world in peril… His need to stop a killer… Which will she use her magic for?Nadine’s powers are growing, and so is her enemy’s desire to see her dead. She thought she’d thwarted his plans to use the Book of Knowledge to end creation, but the cunning demon managed to snatch the Book from under her whiskers. Hot on his trail, Nadine meets up with an old friend who needs her help to stop a power-hungry master cat determined to enslave humanity. Now she must decide: finish her mission and save creation or help her friend defeat his enemy and stop a war.Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Master Cat series special?A – As one reviewer said, it’s Harry Potter with Cats. I’ve brought three of my favorite things into this series: fantastic magic, head-strong felines and a Christian worldview.In the world of the Malkins (an archaic word meaning cat) cats and humans partner up to do magic. The magic, in and of itself, is nothing more than a tool, but like any tool, it can be used for good or evil. The heroes in these tales fight to bring the bad guys to justice while not losing themselves in a world where the ends justify the means.Q - What order should I read the books in?A - While you can read them in any order without getting completely lost, I suggest the following order for the best story-telling experience: - Apprentice Cat - Secrets of the Malkin - Journeyman Cat - Huntress of the Malkin- Master Cat - Clash of the Malkin (coming soon) Q - So, why should readers give these books a try?A – If you enjoy books with talking animals, especially cats, like in Erin Hunter’s Warrior series or Shirley Murphy-Rousseau’s Joe Grey Mysteries, you’ll feel right at home in the Malkin world. If you enjoyed the magic and mystery in Harry Potter, you’ll find a similar experience with this series.These books are also a good, clean stories. You can allow your young reader to explore the Malkin world without fear of foul language or suggestible situations and, while the themes and messages are Christian, I’ve chosen to allow readers to find their own meaning within the stories.Q - Can readers get the whole series in one go?A – Not yet, but I have plans to put together boxed sets within the next few months. Enjoy and thanks for reading!Master Cat Series eBook Categories:- Children’s ebooks, Science Fiction, Fantasy & Scary Stories - Children’s ebooks, Fantasy & Magic, Sword & Sorcery, Ages 9-12- Children’s ebooks, Action & Adventure, Animals, Cats- Children’s ebooks, Literature & Fiction, Religious Fiction, Christian- Teen & YA, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery

Toby is a young tom who dreams of becoming an apprentice cat, a feline partnered with an apprentice human mage, at the King’s Academy of Mages. When he is partnered with Lorn Ribaldy, the nephew of known traitor Master Hecktor Ribaldy, he learns his dreams are in jeopardy. There are those who want to keep undesirables out and that includes Lorn and anyone associated with him. In a meeting with Head Master Cat Meredith and Head Master Mage Jalen, Toby and Lorn are offered a way to change their status from provisional to permanent: find out why Toby’s father disappeared during a standard recon mission for the High Council. Now all they have to do is keep up with their homework and survive a little espionage.

Toby, a magical talking cat, has cut ties with the Office of Kingdom Guardianship, intent on finding his long-lost father and avenging his mother’s murder. He thought he left everyone behind, but someone from his past is stalking him. Now he must avoid this strange new menace while he seeks the truth about his family’s dark history, a history that threatens to unravel his sanity and cause the rest of the world to descend into madness. Can Toby reconcile himself with the past or will his inner turmoil allow his enemy to plunge humanity into chaos once and for all?