The Forgotten Continent Novels By Robert Ecostar


Prologue: The Emergence

The world was unprepared for what happened on the morning of July 17, 2045. Satellite imagery from the Pacific Ocean revealed an anomaly—a landmass that hadn’t been there the day before. At first, scientists dismissed it as a glitch, a trick of the light or a malfunction in the equipment. But as the hours passed, the truth became undeniable. A massive island, roughly the size of Australia, had risen from the depths of the ocean.

News outlets scrambled to cover the phenomenon. Dubbed “The Forgotten Continent,” the island was shrouded in mist, its jagged peaks and dense jungles visible only in fragments through the clouds. Governments around the world convened emergency meetings. Was this a natural event? A geological anomaly? Or something far more sinister?

Within days, a multinational team of explorers, scientists, and military personnel was assembled. Their mission: to investigate the island and uncover its secrets. What they found would change humanity’s understanding of its place in the universe forever.


Chapter 1: The Expedition

The team, led by Dr. Evelyn Carter, a renowned archaeologist and adventurer, set sail from Honolulu aboard the research vessel Oceanus. Alongside her were Dr. Raj Patel, a biologist specializing in extinct species; Captain Marcus Hale, a seasoned military strategist; and Elena Torres, a linguist with a knack for deciphering ancient scripts. Rounding out the team were a dozen support staff, including engineers, medics, and security personnel.

As the Oceanus approached the island, the sheer scale of the landmass became apparent. Towering cliffs rose from the ocean, their surfaces covered in dense vegetation. Strange bird-like creatures circled overhead, their calls echoing eerily across the water.

“This place… it feels alive,” Elena murmured as she gazed at the island through binoculars.

“Let’s hope it’s not too alive,” Marcus quipped, his hand resting on the holster of his sidearm.

The team made landfall on a narrow beach, the sand coarse and black, as if formed from volcanic rock. Within hours, they had established a base camp and begun their initial surveys. What they discovered was beyond anything they could have imagined.


Chapter 2: The Ancient Cities

The first expedition into the interior revealed the ruins of an ancient city. The structures were unlike anything ever seen on Earth—towering spires of black stone, intricately carved with symbols that seemed to shift and change when viewed from different angles. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and something else, something metallic and faintly electric.

“These carvings… they’re not just decorative,” Elena said, running her fingers over the surface of a massive obelisk. “They’re a language. A complex one.”

Dr. Carter nodded, her eyes wide with wonder. “This civilization… it’s advanced. Far more than anything we’ve encountered before.”

As the team ventured deeper into the city, they found evidence of technology that defied explanation. Strange devices, seemingly powered by an unknown energy source, hummed softly in the shadows. Walls lined with glowing crystals illuminated the corridors, casting an otherworldly light.

But it wasn’t just the technology that was unsettling. The city was filled with life—creatures that should have been extinct millions of years ago. Giant reptiles, resembling dinosaurs, roamed the streets, their eyes glinting with intelligence. Birds with iridescent feathers flitted through the air, their songs hauntingly beautiful.

“This is impossible,” Dr. Patel whispered, his voice trembling. “These species… they’ve been gone for eons. How are they here?”


Chapter 3: The Test

As the days turned into weeks, the team began to piece together the island’s secrets. The ancient city, they realized, was not just a relic of a lost civilization—it was a test.

The symbols carved into the walls told a story. Long ago, an advanced alien race had visited Earth. They had seen potential in humanity but also recognized our flaws—our propensity for violence, our tendency to destroy rather than create. And so, they had created the Forgotten Continent as a proving ground.

“This island is a simulation,” Dr. Carter explained during a team meeting. “A controlled environment designed to test our ability to adapt, to learn, to coexist with other species. If we pass, we prove ourselves worthy of joining the galactic community. If we fail…”

She didn’t need to finish the sentence. The implications were clear.


Chapter 4: The Challenges

The island was not without its dangers. The team faced numerous challenges, each more difficult than the last. They encountered hostile creatures, navigated treacherous terrain, and solved complex puzzles that seemed designed to test their intelligence and teamwork.

One of the most harrowing experiences came when they were forced to cross a vast chasm, its depths shrouded in darkness. The only way across was a series of narrow, crumbling bridges that seemed to defy the laws of physics.

“This is insane,” Marcus muttered as he inched his way across the bridge, his knuckles white from gripping the rope railing.

“Just keep moving,” Dr. Carter urged, her voice steady despite the fear in her eyes.

They made it across, but not without casualties. One of the support staff, a young engineer named Tom, lost his footing and fell into the abyss. His screams echoed in their ears long after he was gone.


Chapter 5: The Revelation

As the team delved deeper into the island’s mysteries, they began to uncover clues about the alien race that had created it. The symbols told of a civilization that had achieved immortality, transcending the limitations of physical form. They had traveled the stars, seeking out other species to test and guide.

But there was something else, something darker. The aliens had not always been benevolent. They had made mistakes, caused destruction on a cosmic scale. The Forgotten Continent was not just a test for humanity—it was a chance for the aliens to atone for their past sins.

“They’re watching us,” Elena said one night as the team gathered around the campfire. “Every move we make, every decision… they’re judging us.”

“Then let’s give them something to judge,” Dr. Carter replied, her voice firm. “We’ll show them that humanity is worth saving.”


Chapter 6: The Final Challenge

The team’s final challenge came in the form of a massive, ancient temple located at the heart of the island. The temple was guarded by a creature unlike anything they had ever seen—a towering, serpent-like being with eyes that glowed like molten gold.

“This is it,” Dr. Carter said as they stood before the temple’s entrance. “The final test.”

The battle with the creature was fierce. Marcus and his team used every weapon at their disposal, but the creature seemed impervious to their attacks. It was only when Elena deciphered the symbols on the temple walls that they realized the truth—the creature was not meant to be defeated. It was a test of their ability to think beyond violence, to find another way.

“Stop!” Dr. Carter shouted, raising her hands in a gesture of peace. “We don’t want to fight you!”

The creature paused, its golden eyes narrowing as if considering her words. Then, with a sound that was almost like a sigh, it retreated into the shadows.


Chapter 7: The Aftermath

With the final challenge overcome, the team entered the temple. Inside, they found a chamber filled with light, its walls lined with screens that displayed images of Earth’s history—its triumphs and its failures.

A voice, deep and resonant, filled the chamber. “You have proven yourselves worthy,” it said. “But the test is not over. The true challenge lies ahead.”

The screens flickered, showing images of a distant planet, its surface covered in cities that glowed like stars. “This is your next destination,” the voice continued. “A new world, a new beginning. Will you accept the challenge?”

Dr. Carter looked at her team, their faces a mixture of awe and determination. “We accept,” she said.


Epilogue: A New Dawn

The Forgotten Continent vanished as suddenly as it had appeared, sinking back into the depths of the Pacific Ocean. But for Dr. Carter and her team, the journey was just beginning.

As they prepared to embark on their next adventure, they knew that they were no longer just explorers. They were pioneers, ambassadors for humanity in a universe far larger and more mysterious than they had ever imagined.

And somewhere, in the vast expanse of space, the aliens watched and waited, their golden eyes gleaming with hope.


The Forgotten Continent is a story of discovery, resilience, and the enduring spirit of humanity. It reminds us that the greatest challenges often lead to the most profound transformations—and that the universe is full of wonders waiting to be uncovered.