The Devil’s Wrath follows four reluctant heroes chosen by their gods to embark on a perilous quest to kill Satan, the God of Devils. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

The idea always stuck with me whenever I read books or played video games: What if the villain wins? What if Voldemort had defeated Harry Potter, or if the heroes in the games I played actually lost? That ‘what if’ is the foundation of The Devil’s Wrath—a story where the fate of the world hangs in the balance, and the outcome isn’t guaranteed.

I find the world you created in this novel brimming with possibilities. Where did the inspiration for the setting come from and how did it change as you were writing?

It actually changed quite a bit along the way. Initially, I had only planned for three realms. But when Shadow of the Erdtree came out, it sparked a wave of new ideas and inspirations. As I wrote, the world kept evolving—I found myself adding layers and expanding on what I had originally envisioned. It became something much larger and more complex than I first imagined.

Maling, Ular, Tuli, and Panah are reluctantly put together on this quest. What was your inspiration for the characters and their relationship?

Final Fantasy was the first RPG I played as a kid, and its recurring theme of four chosen heroes saving the world really stuck with me. That’s where the idea of my four heroes comes from. As for their inspiration? It actually comes straight from their names. They’re in Bahasa Indonesia, and if you translate them, you’ll find the key to their original inspirations.

Is this the first book in the series? If so, when is the next book coming out, and what can your fans expect in the next story?

This is a standalone book and my debut novel in English. I’ve never been particularly drawn to writing a series, even in my native language. However, my next book is going to be a series, and I’m excited to share more about it soon!

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In a universe teetering on the brink of annihilation, four heroes rise to confront the ultimate evil. Maling, Ular, Tuli, and Panah are chosen by their twin gods to embark on a perilous quest: to kill Setan, the God of Devils, and restore balance to the realms.

Bound by fate and driven by a shared purpose, the heroes navigate treacherous landscapes, battle formidable foes, and overcome their own inner fear. Each step brings them closer to Setan’s throne, where the final confrontation awaits.

But what if they are too late? What if, for the first time, the villain wins?

Inspired by the intricate lore of Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Elden Ring, and the gripping narratives of Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man, this dark fantasy novel explores the blurred lines between good and evil. Follow Maling, Ular, Tuli, and Panah as they journey through a universe filled with chaos, hope, and despair.