[HIATUS] Mankind Diaspora

Self-Published

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Description

Want to get into the mood? Watch the short film I've made for the 14th chapter :)

Fred embarks on a 150-year journey aboard theGenesis IX, destined for the TRAPPIST-1 system to help establish a human colony. However, when he awakens, he discovers that TRAPPIST-1 has not only been colonized long ago but is now humanity's final stronghold in a desperate war against an alien overlord. The United Trappist Alliance believes Fred holds the key to a crucial last stand against the invaders—but after so much time in stasis, is he truly prepared for the monumental task ahead?

More artworks from the novel on my ArtStation

What to expect?

Heavy in technical details and near realistic science (I'm considering a rewrite to make it more digestible)

A fast-paced start.

A protagonist learning to apply his skills in an unfamiliar future.

Complex mystery solving and political drama.

Mild, non-explicit romance and intimate scenes.

Thought-provoking discussions on philosophical questions through different POVs.

Unique, original artwork sprinkled throughout.

What NOT to expect?

LitRPG elements.

Virtual reality or gaming systems.

Magic, mana, or any fantasy-related subjects.

Harem, smut, or explicit content.

Schedule

New chapters every Wednesday

Information

Status: Hiatus
Year: 2024
Author: rKlehm

Royal Road Stats

Rating: 4.8/ 5.0
Followers: 39
Views: 9,052

Chapters(15 total)

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Community Reviews(3)

Mr_vissionlessRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
This is amazing, like we haven't reached the big portion of the story. But I can already tell you that this is a banger. Sci-Fi stories are always fantasizing to see because the worldbuilding are peak. And this one took the cake. Characters feels real in terms of their dialogue and interacting. So far, I'm enjoying what's being placed. In terms of grammar, I found nothing wrong. The style was the best part mainly, especially since it includes visuals.
That is all for now, ON WARDS TO VIELOVENTO!!!
TheBBBRoyal Road
★★★★★ 5.0
Before I dive into my review, I just wanna say, "WOW" those drawing, picture, symbols, descriptions are really AWESOME man!!
Anw,
All the chapters are a compelling blend of technical detail, character development, & political intrigue that keeps readers engaged. The dialogue feels natural, effectively conveying the tension & complexity of the interstellar setting. I particularly enjoyed the dynamic between Cirakari & the protagonist, Fred, as their exchanges reveal underlying political motivations & personal stakes in a nuanced way. This interplay adds depth to their characters, making them relatable despite the sci-fi backdrop.
The style is descriptive yet concise, striking a balance between action & exposition. The technical discussions with Dr. Xuefeng provide a fascinating glimpse into the advanced technology of this universe while showcasing Fred's engineering knowledge and eagerness to learn. This not only advances the plot but also enriches the world-building.
Additionally, the chapters are well-structured, moving fluidly from one scene to the next, keeping the pace brisk while allowing for thoughtful character interactions. The grammar is strong, with clear sentences and varied vocabulary that enhance readability.
Overall, these chapters successfully create a vivid, immersive experience, combining technical prowess with relatable character journeys. The political nuances & interpersonal dynamics promise to unfold into a gripping narrative as the story progresses.
AtavisticTexasRoyal Road
★★★★ 4.0
I've been putting off actually reviewing this for about a week. Part of that is because I was busy and part of it was because this is just so damn good. I've been chipping away at it when I have a spare moment and have made it up to Chapter 09 - Land.
The sentences flow nicely and the word choice is immersive, there's very few if any grammar or spelling mistakes that I've noticed, the characters are all believable, interesting and have distinct differences. The premise itself is also really interesting, the concept of a colonist arriving after the colony is established is nothing new, but the fact that that colony is at war is an interesting twist.
If you're a fan of hard sci-fi you'll absolutely love Mankind Diaspora. Things are thought-out and considered, the technology has plausible explanations behind it and the ships look closer to real ships and not something out of Star Trek or Star Wars.
I really enjoy the opening plotline too with a saboteur running around and the possibility of the non-militarisation of Earth being connected to the antagonist. This is just a really well written and immersive sci-fi story where the characters work and the setting is both interesting and explained with something approximating real science. It's obvious that Klehm has put a lot of love, effort and time into this, everything from the stasis technology to the math to the premise itself is all based on real science.
For an avid enjoyer of sci-fi such as myself it's really refreshing to find someone who has such a distinct voice amidst a sea of samey sci-fi writers. It's not often that someone's writing style sticks with me so vividly, but somehow everything just works.
The more boring aspects of the story you might typically gloss over like how the stasis technology didn't turn our protagonist into a thawed tomato, that type of stuff is actually interesting to me.
Despite the fact this is basically just me rambling about how interesting I found the first nine chapters, I highly