Set on the colorful 30th-century colony world of Vensoog, The Drowned Relic blends a satisfying cozy-style mystery with science-fiction adventure, dry humor and an unforgettable alien companion.

A peaceful vacation turns deadly when Taglen returns to his apartment in Port Recovery City with his nosy sidekick, Pajeon. Together, they stumble upon a body and a dangerous mystery in their own backyard. With Pajeon's curiosity and Taglen's investigative skills, they make a formidable team in uncovering the truth. But as they dig deeper, they uncover a web of lies and betrayal that puts their lives in danger.

Pajeon's curiosity leads him to discover a body in the pool attached to Taglen's apartment complex. The victim, Javier Gomez, had just located a controversial relic that was said to be as old as those found on the Kitingzen continent. And it seems like someone was willing to kill to get their hands on it and the location where it was found.

As Port Recovery Security closes in, Pajeon's empathic impressions and relentless curiosity lead Taglen through hidden evidence, a dangerous conspiracy and an attack inside his own studio. Someone wants the Horn?but its secret location may be worth even more than the relic itself. As they investigate, they uncover a web of lies, secrets, and betrayal. But with the killer still on the loose, they must race against time to solve the crime before they become the next targets. Can they unravel the truth before it's too late?