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“Into the Devil’s Heart” is a 1993 non-canon Star Trek: The Next Generation novel by Carmen Carter. Here’s a concise summary:

Plot Summary:
- Captain Picard acquires the ancient artifact, which has influenced the histories of various Alpha and Beta Quadrant cultures.
- The heart, appearing as a small stone, holds immense power and has gone by different names across civilizations.
- Its origin lies with a race that built the Guardian of Forever, intending to send the stone to another galaxy. However, their extinction halted its journey.
- Over time, the heart passes through different hands, shaping empires, healing plagues, and inspiring artists.

Friends and Ally in INTO THE DEVIL’S HEART

Certainly! Denji, the central character in “Chainsaw Man,” experiences a rollercoaster of moments that define his journey. Here are some memorable scenes that showcase his personality and struggles:

Denji Accepts His First Kiss:
- During the fifth episode titled “Gun Devil,” Denji joins Division 4 to track down pieces of the Gun Devil.
- Hemeon, a stranger at this point, offers a reward: a kiss on the cheek for whoever kills the Devil.
- Initially hesitant due to Makima’s advice, Denji changes his mind when Hemeon sweetens the deal with a French kiss.
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Friend and Ally:
- After receiving his kiss from Hemeon (and subsequently passing out), Denji wakes up at her apartment.
- Over breakfast in Episode 8, “Gunfire,” Hemeon observes Denji’s attraction to Makima and admits her own attraction to Aki.
Denji Becomes a Cat Person:
- Denji’s life is intertwined with dogs, thanks to his fusion with the dog-like devil, Poshita.
- When Power confides in him about her missing cat, Meowy, Denji initially dismisses her fondness for cats.

Conclusion

“Into the Devil’s Heart” concludes with a captivating exploration of Captain Jean-Luc Picard’s possession of—and near-possession by—a legendary object of immense power and mystery known as “The Devil’s Heart.”. This non-canon The Star Trek: The Next Generation novel delves into the consequences of wielding such an artifact.

The heart, appearing as a small stone, has a rich history across various Alpha and Beta Quadrant cultures. It has gone by different names: the Dream Gem to the Iconians, Ko N’ya to the Vulcans, Bloodstone to the Romulans, and more. Its origin lies with a race that built the Guardian of Forever, intending to send the stone to another galaxy. However, their extinction halted its journey.

Over time, the heart passes through different hands, shaping empires, healing plagues, and inspiring artists¹.