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The Drone Lord #1
The Drone Lord (Book 1): A Portal Progression Fantasy Series
A new series set in the world of The Hunter’s Code and The Order of Architects!
Have you ever watched someone’s pride go up in flames? I have. It happened on the day your children screamed for help, and the only one to come to their aid was the one you had humiliated and cast out. I saved humanity. The same humanity that had betrayed me. Then I was an outcast again…
The years have passed. I don’t expect gratitude, and I don’t offer forgiveness. I just don’t need you anymore. I am the Drone Lord. It is me who decides my fate – not gods, not people, not anybody except me.
Memory is my voice, rage is my fuel, and an army of steel is my weapon.
A new world. A new body.
I’m alone, but I’m not lonely.
Hey, wait! How come they know my name?!
Have you ever watched someone’s pride go up in flames? I have. It happened on the day your children screamed for help, and the only one to come to their aid was the one you had humiliated and cast out. I saved humanity. The same humanity that had betrayed me. Then I was an outcast again…
The years have passed. I don’t expect gratitude, and I don’t offer forgiveness. I just don’t need you anymore. I am the Drone Lord. It is me who decides my fate – not gods, not people, not anybody except me.
Memory is my voice, rage is my fuel, and an army of steel is my weapon.
A new world. A new body.
I’m alone, but I’m not lonely.
Hey, wait! How come they know my name?!
361 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2025
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November 1, 2025
The book starts very strange. The protagonist reminded me a bit of Dr Robotnik from the Sonic the hedgehog series.. i am not a huge fan of humanising machines but given the fact that Sirius is an ancient, very experienced ai, its behaviour seems at least feasible.
I didn't like that the MC is seemingly even more arrogant and gary stu than Sapphire's other characters. Many claims about his power in the universe sounded like a feaver dream or ramblings of a lunatic. Furthermore, i don't see the protagonist to be really likeable. He is selfish, if acting according to his own moral standards, and even his ai seemingly has more compassion than him. The MC acts like an autist or sociopath, seemingly only striving to become stronger and follow his own agenda.
The much needed comedic relief comes from the robot (aka banana warrior) and a minion (aka the wheelbarrow beserker).
I really disliked the exposition arc about the deluded antagonist at the end of the book. The ramblings about killing gods and cleaning whole universes of all life were just too much forme.
Criticism and comments
Unfortunately this book has a lot more errors and incomplete sentences than Sapphire's other series.
“We saw how our mother died." Why did you put your hopes on your beloved uncle then?
I didn't like that the MC is seemingly even more arrogant and gary stu than Sapphire's other characters. Many claims about his power in the universe sounded like a feaver dream or ramblings of a lunatic. Furthermore, i don't see the protagonist to be really likeable. He is selfish, if acting according to his own moral standards, and even his ai seemingly has more compassion than him. The MC acts like an autist or sociopath, seemingly only striving to become stronger and follow his own agenda.
The much needed comedic relief comes from the robot (aka banana warrior) and a minion (aka the wheelbarrow beserker).
I really disliked the exposition arc about the deluded antagonist at the end of the book. The ramblings about killing gods and cleaning whole universes of all life were just too much forme.
Criticism and comments
Unfortunately this book has a lot more errors and incomplete sentences than Sapphire's other series.
“We saw how our mother died." Why did you put your hopes on your beloved uncle then?
December 23, 2025
I received a review copy of this book.
The Drone Lord is an interesting start to a series that has an unusual main character. One that took over a body by mutual consent, after the original owner was "killed" in an attack on his family's home. The drone lord apparently, barely made it to the world, and is now left without his horde of drones to help him with his projects, so he needs to start pretty much from scratch. The story is interesting enough to hold the attention, and unique enough to be entertaining. It could probably use a bit of polishing, but that doesn't reduce the enjoyment one bit.
If you're looking for a unique LitRPG tale, this story might be what you're hunting for.
The Drone Lord is an interesting start to a series that has an unusual main character. One that took over a body by mutual consent, after the original owner was "killed" in an attack on his family's home. The drone lord apparently, barely made it to the world, and is now left without his horde of drones to help him with his projects, so he needs to start pretty much from scratch. The story is interesting enough to hold the attention, and unique enough to be entertaining. It could probably use a bit of polishing, but that doesn't reduce the enjoyment one bit.
If you're looking for a unique LitRPG tale, this story might be what you're hunting for.
November 5, 2025
Adequate story, terrible editing
In general I would say that that the plot is pedestrian but enjoyable. Usually I don't comment much about typos or incorrect words as long as it doesn't impact the story overly. In this case there are so many errors that I feel that it did break up the story.
There also seems to be some sexism, though not to the point of making the book sexist. It's more the feeling of the old pulps with a square jawed hero rescuing the damsel in distress. But I do enjoy a good pulp from time to time.
A simple story but enjoyable. Tom out
In general I would say that that the plot is pedestrian but enjoyable. Usually I don't comment much about typos or incorrect words as long as it doesn't impact the story overly. In this case there are so many errors that I feel that it did break up the story.
There also seems to be some sexism, though not to the point of making the book sexist. It's more the feeling of the old pulps with a square jawed hero rescuing the damsel in distress. But I do enjoy a good pulp from time to time.
A simple story but enjoyable. Tom out
October 28, 2025
Good book
I liked this book. It was a fun addition to tge authors existing universe. I did have issues with the book though. Either the editing or the translation makes a couple of places in the book flow like molasses in January.
Recommended, but with a caveat.
Honestly, I would have not picked up this book if it weren't for for KU. So, I probably will not continue with this series.
I liked this book. It was a fun addition to tge authors existing universe. I did have issues with the book though. Either the editing or the translation makes a couple of places in the book flow like molasses in January.
Recommended, but with a caveat.
Honestly, I would have not picked up this book if it weren't for for KU. So, I probably will not continue with this series.
October 30, 2025
good new series
Good premise. New series starts as Felix is “brought” onto earth to extract vengeance for the Soulless family. That’s their name, not a condition.
He’s fair. He’s cold. He’s ruthless. Look out enemies. You might as well give up now. With his sidekick Sirius, doom us your future.
Patiently awaiting the next book. I really want to see what happens next.
Good premise. New series starts as Felix is “brought” onto earth to extract vengeance for the Soulless family. That’s their name, not a condition.
He’s fair. He’s cold. He’s ruthless. Look out enemies. You might as well give up now. With his sidekick Sirius, doom us your future.
Patiently awaiting the next book. I really want to see what happens next.
November 2, 2025
love the book but they need a proofreader
I enjoyed the book. I read it in one sitting. Good story and character development. They just need a proofreader to go over it. There are some incorrectly used words as well as some misspelled words. Still worth reading.
I enjoyed the book. I read it in one sitting. Good story and character development. They just need a proofreader to go over it. There are some incorrectly used words as well as some misspelled words. Still worth reading.
October 30, 2025
Excellent
Greet start to a new series. My guess is the first one is on kindle unlimited and the next is $8.99. I’m actually dropping some series due to prices.
Greet start to a new series. My guess is the first one is on kindle unlimited and the next is $8.99. I’m actually dropping some series due to prices.
November 2, 2025
Clever and current
This was a creative approach to techno magic and what can be done with it in the face of corruption and scheming. Can’t wait for book 2
This was a creative approach to techno magic and what can be done with it in the face of corruption and scheming. Can’t wait for book 2
November 3, 2025
Good book!!
A very good book the main character is likable , the story is enjoyable. There is no whining and no one wants to be a hero!!
A very good book the main character is likable , the story is enjoyable. There is no whining and no one wants to be a hero!!
November 6, 2025
Great story
This is a great story. But please please get it proof read. It breaks the reader out of the world created by inconsistent plot points and typos.
This is a great story. But please please get it proof read. It breaks the reader out of the world created by inconsistent plot points and typos.
November 13, 2025
Very good read
I enjoyed reading the book Very much and I recommend this book to anyone who likes LitRPG and progression types of books with lots of action.
I enjoyed reading the book Very much and I recommend this book to anyone who likes LitRPG and progression types of books with lots of action.
November 28, 2025
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
December 20, 2025
What an unusual lirRPG book. It is similiar to other books I have read, but quite different. The need to powerup in this book is quite high for the character.
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