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Set in a post-apocalyptic future, *Dominion* chronicles the aftermath of an apocalyptic war where an army of lower angels, led by the archangel Gabriel, waged war against humanity because God mysteriously vanished and seemingly favored mankind. After a brutal, decades-long conflict, the archangel Michael chose to side with humanity, helping them survive. Survivors are now congregated in fortified cities, primarily Vega, formerly Las Vegas. Vega is governed by a strict caste system and a fragile triumvirate consisting of General Rysen Acorna, Commander David Whele, and the clergy, maintaining order through fear and a daily resource ration system.The central catalyst begins when Michael’s protégé, Alex Lannon, a rebellious young soldier stationed in Vega, is revealed to be the "Chosen One"—a prophesied messiah destined to save humanity and end the angelic war once and for all. Alex bears mysterious tattoos covering his body that form an ancient, powerful cypher, making him the ultimate weapon. This revelation instantly paints a massive target on his back. David Whele, a manipulative and power-hungry politician, seeks to control Alex to solidify his own dominion over Vega, while Gabriel plots Alex’s immediate execution to crush humanity's final hope.Complicating matters are complex interpersonal dynamics and forbidden romances. Alex is in a secret relationship with Claire Rysen, General Acorna’s ambitious and politically savvy daughter, who is thrust into a brutal political education as she prepares to inherit leadership. Meanwhile, David Whele clashes constantly with the General, using espionage, murder, and psychological warfare to maintain his grip on the city's infrastructure. David’s estranged son, William Whele, a high-ranking member of the clergy, struggles intensely with his faith and his father’s monstrous cruelty, eventually leading a radical religious faction that further destabilizes the city.As the series progresses, the threat escalates beyond human politics when lower angels begin possessing human hosts, creating terrifying sleeper agents known as "Eight-Balls." Gabriel infiltrates Vega, manipulating the desperate populace and inciting riots, forcing Michael and Alex to fight a dual war against external angelic forces and internal human treachery. Betrayals mount, true loyalties are tested, and the mystery of God's disappearance deepens. Ultimately, the battle for Vega becomes a war for the very soul of mankind, culminating in a devastating power struggle that shatters old alliances, unleashes divine wrath, and forces Alex to embrace his apocalyptic destiny to ensure humanity's survival against overwhelming odds.