Escaflowne

Hitomi, an ordinary high school student, finds her life abruptly upended when she is transported from Earth to Gaea, a fantastical realm steeped in magic. There, she encounters Van Fanel, a young prince whose destiny is intertwined with the fate of his world. Almost immediately upon her arrival, Hitomi is swept into Van's desperate mission to forge an alliance among the fractured nations of Gaea, standing united against the encroaching shadow of the ominous Zaibach empire. As their perilous journey unfolds, Hitomi begins to awaken to a latent power hidden deep within herself, an ability that proves vital to their survival. Driven by this newfound strength, she becomes determined to uncover the tangled web of secrets surrounding her companion. The mysteries of Van's troubled past and the true nature of Escaflowne, a colossal and enigmatic machine bound to him, slowly begin to unravel before her eyes. Together, they must navigate treacherous alliances and looming threats in a struggle that will decide the future of Gaea. This light novel serves as a compelling adaptation of the beloved Escaflowne anime series.