The Remnants of Earth

"Hehehehe... true, you aren't the 'Hero' of this story. Most beings would overlook you for someone more... interesting. Which is to say: someone they can wield like a too large sword to match their overinflated egos. You, however, will be the dagger at their throats."   ***   "That's why it chose you, lad. It was a move no one would expect. You want to win? You want to save what little of your Old World is left? Do just that."   ***   "There will be no victory in strength..."   "How about cunning, heart, determination, and balls harder than any substance on the planet?"