The main character is a young man named Arin, who has been trained in various fields such as engineering, physics, mathematics, and computer science. He is tasked with leading a team of scientists and engineers to develop new technologies to defend the empire against an alien race known as the Xarx. Long Description of the Plot: На страже Империи Выпуск VIII (On the Guard of the Empire Volume 8) is a science fiction novel that delves into the importance of understanding the evolution of technology and its impact on human society. The story takes place in a distant future where humanity has colonized other planets and formed the Galactic Empire. The empire is facing a threat from an alien race known as the Xarx, who are determined to destroy human civilization. To counter this threat, the empire has established a special unit called the Guard, which is responsible for defending the empire and protecting its citizens. The main character of the novel is Arin, a young man who has been trained in various fields such as engineering, physics, mathematics, and computer science. He is chosen to lead a team of scientists and engineers to develop new technologies to defend the empire against the Xarx.

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