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Caught in the mouth of this crumbling empire and Mal and Yari, two childhood friends reunited by a mercenary operation - and a series of strange occurrences along the Pasig river. 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Published by the visionary duo, Rexy Dorado and Angelo Mendez, and masterfully curated by and Sigmund Torre, this collection features a diverse tapestry of stories penned by acclaimed writers such as J. Torres, Rexy Dorado, and more. 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