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Releasing in December 2025!
Toriko Tales: Toriko vs The Crowned Paw
BOOK 1
Scratching all the wrong posts
Catgal and technical genius, Toriko Purg had a simple plan for her twenty-fifth birthday: cake, a round of Super Carnage Royale, and a low-key test of her latest power armor. Instead, she accidentally gives rise to a sentient AI—illegal and degrading fast.
Forced to destroy what should've been her greatest achievement, Toriko returns to her homeworld of Tericn to face the consequences. The Elders are not a-mewsed.
Her punishment quickly unravels into something far more dangerous. Beneath Tericn's polished surface lies a tangled mess of secrets, shadowy tech, and long-buried corruption—ensnaring even her own friends and family. As Toriko claws at the truth, her efforts draw dangerous attention.
Now her name is on the chopping block. With her sister at her side, a snarky AI in her ear, and a whole world flesh and code turned against her, even her nine lives may not be enough to survive this.
Readers' Favorite 5/5
"A neon-soaked edge where emotion and satire meet."
"A richly imagined sci-fi world where AI ethics, family loyalty, and buried truths collide.
"Catgirls, conspiracies, and sentient AIs--Torikos fight isn't just for justice, it's for the truth."
"Cyberpunk intrigue meets space-opera stakes—Toriko's journey is emotional, explosive, and unforgettable."
Literary Titan Review 5/5 stars.
"... Right out of the gate, I was struck by how vivid and fast-paced the writing is. The action scenes feel like cinematic explosions. It was lightning fast, detailed, and packed with personality. There's a real charm in the way Zummo blends humor, emotion, and technobabble without getting bogged down in it. Toriko, Maro, and Ujaku all feel alive and distinct, even when they're arguing over programming decisions or dodging energy blasts. The writing balances fluff and fury in a way thats addictive. Its fun and sharp without taking itself too seriously, and that playful confidence is what kept me turning pages.
But what really surprised me was how thoughtful it is under all the noise. There's a deep vein of emotional weight running through it. Toriko's birthday isnt just a backdrop, it's a moment of reflection. Her creations are powerful but unpredictable, and she has to face the consequences when things go sideways. The book doesn't shy away from asking tough questions about artificial intelligence, control, and empathy. And it doesn't hand out easy answers either. That mix of chaos and conscience hit me harder than I expected, especially in the later chapters. There's loss, guilt, wonder, and even a bit of hope tied into the ticking wires and blinking lights ..."
The first book of the Toriko Tales series is a new entry point to the D'mok Revival Literary Universe. Aimed at YA and New Adult readersno prior reading is required.
From a timeline perspective it happens after D'mok Revival's (New Eden) book 4 and Weun Academy's book 1.
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"If you liked Enders Game, Skyward, or The Expanse but wished they had more emotion, diversity, and cool alien tech, this is for you." 
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D'mok Revival is a sweeping, character-driven space opera for readers 10+. It follows Rhysus Mencari, a broken soldier who lost his family in the first wave of a devastating alien invasion. Surviving only by awakening extraordinary super-human abilities, Rhysus embarks on a journey of mastery, forging alliances with others like him and ultimately confronting the relentless Nukari.