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Discovering Dalibor Kovačec’s "Crni zmajevi" (English: "Black Dragons") was like stepping back into the golden era of what I love to call classic epic fantasy, the kind that dominated the 1980s. There is something timeless about these stories full of sprawling worlds, ancient magic, and grand battles between good and evil that has always defined the heart of fantasy for me.​

Croatian fantasy has been blossoming in recent years, bringing readers rich tales full of magic, power, and soul-stirring adventure. Among the standout voices is Dalibor Kovačec, whose work in “The Fifth God Saga” exemplifies the modern trends shaping Croatian epic fantasy today. As fantasy fans worldwide seek fresh voices beyond the usual Anglo-American staples, Kovačec offers a compelling window into a world grounded in Croatian cultural myths yet boldly imaginative and universal.