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The Storm Runner

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'The Storm Runner' is a middle-grade fantasy novel written by J.C. Cervantes and published in 2018 through the Rick Riordan Presents imprint of Disney-Hyperion. The story follows Zane Obispo, a thirteen-year-old boy with a physical disability living in New Mexico, who discovers his profound connection to the ancient Maya gods. Drawing extensively on Mesoamerican mythology, the book targets young readers interested in action-adventure narratives, featuring an epic quest to prevent an apocalyptic prophecy from being fulfilled.

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Who is Zane Obispo in The Storm Runner?

Zane Obispo is a thirteen-year-old boy living in New Mexico who becomes involved with the world of Maya mythology. He also has a physical disability, which is an important part of his character rather than a minor detail.

What mythology does The Storm Runner use?

The novel draws on Maya mythology, including gods and supernatural figures connected to the ancient Maya world. J.C. Cervantes combines those traditions with a contemporary middle-grade adventure in New Mexico.

When was The Storm Runner published?

The Storm Runner was published in 2018. It launched the Storm Runner series through Rick Riordan Presents, an imprint of Disney-Hyperion.

Is The Storm Runner part of the Percy Jackson universe?

It is not a Percy Jackson story, but it was published through Rick Riordan Presents, the imprint associated with myth-based middle-grade fantasy. The book has its own characters and Maya-inspired mythology, beginning with Zane Obispo.

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