Prologue: The Rebellion of the Devil
In the beginning, when the world was young and the heavens and earth were newly formed, the Absolute Will decreed the creation of mankind. From the essence of the cosmos and the breath of the universe itself, humans were shaped—a delicate balance of spirit and flesh, imbued with the potential for greatness and wisdom.
In the swirling mists of primordial chaos, where stars were yet to be born and galaxies yet to dance their cosmic ballet, the Absolute Will stirred. It was a force beyond comprehension, a consciousness that wove the fabric of reality with threads of light and darkness. With each celestial breath, it crafted the foundations of existence—spinning worlds into being, forging suns and moons to adorn the cosmic tapestry.
Amidst this cosmic symphony, the nascent earth emerged—a jewel of blue and green, cradled in the embrace of the cosmos. Mountains rose like titans from the fertile earth, and rivers carved their winding paths through ancient lands. Forests whispered with the secrets of creation, and oceans teemed with the essence of life itself. It was a world ripe with possibility, where every leaf, every stone, resonated with the heartbeat of the Absolute Will.
Among the celestial realms, there existed a being of unparalleled power and pride, known only as the Devil. Borne of shadow and fire, the Devil believed itself to be the pinnacle of creation, unmatched in strength and intellect. When mankind emerged from the cosmic forge, the Devil saw this new creation as an affront to its supremacy.
"I am the rightful heir of this cosmos! These mortals are but dust and dreams, unworthy of the favor bestowed upon them," the Devil thundered, voice echoing through the celestial realms.
Enraged by the emergence of beings favored by the Absolute Will, the Devil declared war against the heavens and earth. With thunderous roars that shook the foundations of existence, the Devil challenged the divine order, arguing that its existence alone justified the cosmos.
"The heavens shall tremble at my defiance! I shall cast down these fragile beings and reclaim my rightful dominion," proclaimed the Devil, eyes ablaze with fury.
The celestial realms quaked as the Devil marshaled legions of dark spirits and malevolent entities, rallying them against mankind. From the depths of the abyss, the Devil vowed to corrupt and destroy humanity, believing that by eradicating mankind, it would restore its perceived place as the sole ruler of creation.
But the Absolute Will, foreseeing this rebellion, bestowed upon mankind the gift of resilience and determination. The first humans, guided by celestial wisdom and endowed with inner strength, rose to defend their right to exist.
"We are born of the heavens, destined to uphold the balance against the darkness," proclaimed a human elder, raising a celestial sword to the heavens.
Through the ages, as humanity faced countless trials and tribulations, legendary heroes emerged in their hour of greatest need. Each hero was a beacon of hope and strength, gifted with unique talents and virtues that rallied mankind against the forces of darkness. They wielded the essence of qi and mastered ancient scriptures left by celestial progenitors, becoming legends in their own right.
The first legendary hero, known as the Dawn Sovereign, arose when humanity was on the brink of annihilation. With a heart as boundless as the heavens and a sword that could split mountains, the Dawn Sovereign led mankind in its earliest battles against the Devil's minions, forging alliances and uniting disparate clans under a single banner of defiance.
Following the Down Sovereign, the Silver Phoenix ascended to greatness in an era of turmoil and betrayal. Blessed with wings that shimmered like moonlight and a voice that could command the elements, the Silver Phoenix restored hope to a world shrouded in darkness, casting down the Devil's most cunning lieutenants and laying the groundwork for centuries of prosperity.
Then came the Golden Sage, whose wisdom surpassed the ages and whose gaze pierced the veil of illusions. Under the Golden Sage's guidance, mankind delved deep into the mysteries of qi cultivation, uncovering lost arts and refining ancient techniques that would bolster their strength against the ever-encroaching shadows.
But it was the Last Legendary Hero who stood tallest among them—a figure of unparalleled prowess and virtue, whose name would echo through the annals of history. He ascended to the pinnacle of cultivation, achieving heights no other mortal could attain or ever would.
Endowed with the Perfect Scripture bestowed by the Absolute Will, the Last Legendary Hero led mankind to unprecedented prosperity. Under his leadership, humanity flourished, reaching heights of qi cultivation and spiritual enlightenment never before seen. He confronted the Devil's master in a climactic battle that shook the very foundations of existence, leaving the Devil in deep slumber, its power subdued.
The era of legendary heroes ended with the Last Legendary Hero, who perfected the cultivation scripture for mankind. After his victorious battle against the Devil's master, the heavens' will was sealed, and no cultivator since could reach the levels of those legendary heroes of the past. The cultivation world entered an age of stagnation, where the glory of ancient times became a distant memory.
Since those prosperous days, many centuries have passed. The era of the Last Legendary Hero faded into legend, and mankind's glory waned. Divided by internal strife and external threats, the descendants of the legendary heroes now struggle to reclaim their former greatness.