The Children of Aegis

Beyond the Blight #1

by Gameyy Builds

As weather conditions worsen and food supplies dwindle, the inhabitants of Bel’Torra Station—isolated on the remote continent of Fis’Alim—struggle simply to survive. But when an unexpected guest arrives, bringing another mouth to feed, a chain of events begins that will threaten their world and everything in it. This first full-length novel from artist and storyteller Gameyy Builds unveils long-held secrets of the world of Aegis and the mysterious Blight that has plagued its people for decades...

Genres: Science Fiction

436 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 29, 2025

Reviews

[Ramplifier · Rating 5 out of 5]

4,5. A comfy read that will dip your toes into the world of Aegis.

As a long time viewer of the YouTube channel I was somewhat familiar with some of the locations, conflicts, and history that were sprinkled in throughout this book, but this book can stand perfectly on it's own.

Aegis is a world that has been worked on and cared for. Places like Bel'Torra station and Domocile Block 471 among others are not just there for the story. They have a history (or a future) that adds the overall understanding of the world. Giving a sneak peak of how the forces try to rule the world and kingdoms could fall. The blight is also a very interesting addition. Adding an extra layer as has a vital role in how the world chose to develop and will unfold itself through the story.

For me the story was the least impressive part of the book. Most of structure relied on small twists of events so chapters would end on a "cliffhanger" and was overused. Some chapters suffered harder than others from this. Pacing wise it also created this yo-yo effect with artificial danger that made the real dangerous moments less impactful in my opinion. The characters were easy to connect with and each had their own motivations and skills to showcase. Some character introductions felt a bit cheap, but I don't think they detract much from the overall enjoyment of read.
Mostly Edmin

Even with the flaws it has I could enjoyed discovering what wonders and terrors this world might hold and will be looking forward to the next installment of the series.

[Char Blackburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Children of Aegis by Gameyy Builds absolutely blew me away! As the first installment in the Beyond the Blight series, it perfectly blends survival, mystery, and big questions about humanity and technology against the haunting backdrop of the planet Aegis.

What stood out to me most were the characters—so rich, full of life, and deeply interconnected. Every relationship, whether on Bel’Torra Station or across the realms, felt meaningful and layered. The story constantly made me reflect on the moral dilemma of human vs machine, and I loved how it was never black and white but full of nuance.

This was my first-ever sci-fi novel, and I loved every single minute of it. The audiobook experience in particular was incredible—the unique personalities of each character were brought to life through their voices, capturing emotions so vividly that I felt like I was right there in the station with them.

The Children of Aegis is a stunning debut that left me hooked and eager for what’s to come in this series. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to dive into a rich, immersive sci-fi world that’s as thought-provoking as it is gripping.

[Briony · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been enjoying Gamey's YouTube series for ages, and seeing it all come together in this story did not disappoint in the slightest. Well-written, descriptive, and with just the right level of techno-babble, he has constructed a story that keeps you hooked from page 1 and will not doubt be a delight to long-time fans and new readers alike (though the references to previous videos and their short stories made me smile every time!) Very much looking forward to seeing where this story goes next.

[CJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Move over, Orson Scott Card - Children of Aegis is a profound sci-fi exploration of selfless love and self-interest, masterfully woven with themes that resonate deeply in our world. Told in a style of timeless storytelling, it reaches into the heart and leaves a lasting impression. This is the kind of novel that deserves a broad audience.

[Cassia Swartz · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wasn’t expecting this story to go in the direction of alien life.. but I wasn’t disappointed by the book. It was everything I like about Gameyy Builds YouTube stories but on a larger scale. Honestly, I just wish I could have watched him assemble dioramas the whole time I listened.

[Runea Sherman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have never been a fan of Science Fiction but this book was amazing. I loved every second of it! It was touching and made me think. Honestly amazing!