"Fear. Anxiety. Lack of willingness to move forward. Cowardice. Survival instincts."
Scenes of the group flash before our eyes and show the struggle of the many. A struggle that showed them fighting desperately for their very lives. The lives that were no longer in their hands, but in the hands of… Morris.
"When these few things are running their course and you add struggle. Not just any struggle either… but a desperate struggle beyond belief. One that has you gasping for air when we as deities don't need it, nor have you been struck hard enough to trigger such an event. This is what we call a true "Life or Death situation."
Morpheus: "Tssk!!? (W-What is this feeling!? It's almost as bad as Shiishii or even Gaia's own bloodlust. I just never… had to… endure it. For. So… loooong-) GAAAAAAAAH!!!!!"
Kenny: *Reach* "M-Mo… Morrpheuuuus!!"
He struggles to raise his arm and reach out to Morpheus.
The others sat in agony as they were forced to endure this new kind of technique that only highly skilled individuals are capable of mastering and using. It was an advanced Zenchi technique for the Presence branch. It allows the user to do something extraordinary with the wave of Presence itself. It allows users to…
Morris: "It allows users to place their Element and Birthright onto the wave and whatever that wave touches. I'm a spatial God with the ability to Add or Subtract anything within my ability. I've already subtracted a good helping of your strength and essence. Lowering your defenses to my Presence. With it being directly placed onto your very beings. You've no way of getting out of this, yet… here you stand, Young Lady Susanne!"
Susanne: *Huff* *Huff* … *HUFF* "I-I could… I could… I-I-IIIIII could… CARE LESS ABOUT WHATEVER YOU THROW AT US YOU SON OF A BIIIIIIITCH!!!" *woosh* … *BOOM*
Her power rose drastically as she stood to her feet. Her gas covers their bodies once more, bringing their natural states back as it snuffs out his heinous essence.
Morris: (I've underestimated her for the last time.) *SWISH* "Sit down."
He hit her in her neck and knocked Susanne into the ground. To his surprise, she was able to almost instantly begin her rise back to her feet. Forcing her body into a knee even with his essence rattling her and coming down on her even harder than anyone else amongst the group.
Morris: "Tah, what the hell, man. I keep pummeling your arse with blow aftah blow. Do you have some type of bloody plot armor? Hm?"
Susanne: "Aha… hehe… that's funny, Morris dear. But… I-I don't… know what that is. I-If you believe I have some divine protection, I don't. The truth is… WE don't give up around this betch, y-you… hearrr!?"
She and the others raised their heads. Each individual now copied Susanne and used their Origin Essence to fight against Morris' power. Most of them smiling while they strain themselves trying to rise.
Morris: "Hmph! What a farce you put on Susanne. Unless they all have wax in their ears, YOU ARE the CHILD of Diane, leadah of the Three Rays!"
Maeli: "T-That's right! I heard him… say it… earlierrr!!"
Nubia: "Wait… then that means!"
Morris: "You are also the granddaughtah of Lady Elizabeth. But what the others don't know is who your father is, the second love of Diane. A Gahwardian he is, yes indeed."
Morpheus: "Tch! Ok… so whaaat?"
Kenny: "We know this… al-readyyyy!"
Morris: "Funny you two wittle tyrants would say something. You're pretty damn close to her father and his two sons."
Fong: "Kenny… you don't thiiink…"
Susanne: "Ha… I won't allow you to say et. My full name is Susanne Arturr Boolat Beel-Senkozen, and my father is Demetrius Boolat! A well kept secret that not even my younger brothers know of. They still think I'm just a powerful Goddess from Luminaria."
Kenny: "Tch… them two muthafuckas dumb as I don't know… WHAT. Like damn."
Morpheus & Fong: "No comment."
Maeli: "Demetrius Boolat is a powerful Gahwardiannn."
Amera: "Yeah, who knew he had a secret child who happens to be the eldest. Does that mean Diane is their mother too?"
Morris: "Indeed she is, Kenneth is the only one who knew this. The second he heard she was Diane's genius daughtah. He knew everything else, isn't that right, Sir Kenneth?"
Kenny: "Mmch… man yeah. Yeah, I knew that shit, bruh."
He threw his arms up, signifying he had the know-how to fight off Morris' power.
Morris: "Hm… seems you're all gaining your freedom. Hard to hold back to a good enough point where I'm able to make sure you're helpless, yet… I won't be in dangah of killing you. Hmmm, anyways, knowing this, I'd say your growth is almost as strong as Morpheus' own, Lady Susanne. The othahs can't tell… but you're nearly a 30 in your base form now. No… you're beyond it aftah all that fighting you did. I'd say you're almost a 31 on the scale now… in base no less."
Susanne: "Damn… I hate relying on that ability. But I guess it's necessary when a war is on the brink of breaking out."
Mackey: "One that we plan to win, but first… we'll have to deal with you!"
Morris: "Hmph… prepare yourselves for a fight you won't be winning. Just try and… last, chi-kahw."
The fighting further ensues as the youngins try their best to gain some kind of victory over Morris. A victory that would be more than just difficult to obtain. For Morris hides more within than what he's been leading on. In the meantime, we go back over to the Great cosmos of Luminaria. Today though, well… let's just say we'll be taking a different route into this bright and brimming place. Today… we go deeper into the clan, strolling into a more soothing territory. One where a lot of culture from one distinct clan has gotten around, and has successfully influenced this sector of the clan.
You see… this sector can be seen to host the same flow and theme as the rest of the clan. A large and vast amount of structures that serve as the clan's galaxies and stars. Each is made of light and made to extend the influence and reach of whatever galaxy, solar system, star system, or even a star. The only difference here is, a lot of these structures had the symbols and emblems of angelic beings plastered all over them. Statues and shrines dedicated to the Grand Star, the clan's sacred symbol as well as a great Holy Ring.
Many Gods and Goddesses usually venture out into the cosmos of this sector, but recent events have shrunken that amount by quite a bit. Nevertheless, the deities of this sector still do their best to enjoy the existence that they have here. Being host to many races with Risen and Light Clan members being the most dominant in population. This sector was one of the few not heavily affected by the consequences of the constant strife within the vicinity of Luminaria. The sector belongs to the House of Lyster, which is led by Tyyoest Lyster. As well as his wife, Seriphaeth Lyster. She was a native to the Risen Clan, Archadia-Ddai.
Tyyoest could be seen walking through the living quarters of the Lyster's main mansion. He was wearing a white long coat fitted with his merits as a War Chief of the past. He wore a long black scarf with angelic hieroglyphs all over it that covered his mouth and nose up to the ridge and had both ends dropping down his back. His pants were white with ends following the shades of the gray scale until it became black at the very bottom. Making his pants blend with his all black Essence Boots. His leather combat gloves had an odd, red orb found on the back of both of them. His eyes were sharp and bright red while his hair was golden, slick and long. It dropped down his back and flowed as he walked forward. His crown was as real as they come, though it was made of essence. This signified and gave proof of his ascension into his Driven Form.
???: "Father, is everyone ready for this?"
Tyyoest: "Of course, Katrina, my daughtah. We shall make them pay for holding my son and niece hostage!"
Power Scale Level: 63
Birthright: Insect Master
Element: Heat
Study: Flame Scrolls: Insect Collection
Age: 512,234.5
Katrina: "Good, we should go collect my mothah and get ready to depart."
Power Scale Level: 47.5
Birthright: Dragonfly
Element: Wind
Study: The Wasp Mother of Swarm.
Age: 40,901
Tyyoest: "Right, lead the way."
Tyyoest and Katrina continued down the hallway with a window view of the entire central part of the Lyster territory. They make their way to a room where their small militia group could be seen. At the lead of this sharply dressed group was the commander and lead, as well as their queen, Seriphaeth Lyster. She stood there waiting on Katrina and her father. She wore an identical outfit to her husband and daughter. Seems it was family attire for the Lysters, a traditional piece of fashion that they wear into battle proudly. Only Seriphaeth's coat hung lower than everyone else's, almost like a dress. She wore thin, almost see-through stockings that went all the up to her upper thighs. She wore small, black shorts that were being covered by her long coat. Her lightened, royal blue hair was tied into a neat ponytail with two bangs hanging over the mask that covered her face. An all white mask with light gray angel wings on it. A black line flowed down the middle of the mask, right in between the two sharp eye holes that were carved out of it.
Seriphaeth: "You two sure did take your time getting here, huh?"
Power Scale Level: 70
Birthright: Insect Master
Element: White
Study: Color Spectrum
Age: 512,234.5
Tyyoest: "Apologies about that, dear. But I'm here now, so is everyone ready to depart?"
Seriphaeth: "Yes, your brother and the 5 Shimmers are ready to go."
Katrina: "Good, let's get a move on then."
Tyyoest: "Heh, to war we go."
Everyone: "RUAAAAAAGH!!!"
The Lyster House got their people up and ready to roll out. We move on to another home we have yet to see within this vast place. Another House that controls a sector. Mind you, these Houses who hold these sectors are strong groups. Groups who have the merit and rights to challenge one of the three leading Houses for their spot. Currently, we're within the sector of the House of Illuma. It was home to Doc-Martin and his wife, Lizellite. They were busy collecting their main combatants capable of competing in this war. The others would be left to stay back and protect their home just in case anything arises.
Doc-Martin: "Alright… we've given the orders and prepared as much as we can."
Power Scale Level: 48
Birthright: Pierce
Element: Acid
Study: Pierce Embodiment
Age: 300,789
Lizellite: "Right, the only thing left to do is mobilize and make our way back to the House of Murdicc."
Power Scale Level: 42.5
Birthright: Charge
Element: Gas
Study: Charging Wings
Age: 325,990
Doc-Martin: "Right, let's get your three sisters and our five Illusions. Then we may depart!"
Lizellite: "Of course, my love. May victory be on our side!"
All houses involved in the efforts of the Rebel army converge in the meeting spot. Every single one of them making their way to the House of Murdicc. They all use a back way to enter as to avoid allowing any corrupted eyes catch wind of their movement. Maliik and his family all gather within the hall to discuss the plans that were approved by Queen Nagita and King Luu. Shiishii, Gaia, Hera'lou, and Shaddus all join them within the hall to await the arrival of the Rebel captains. With the war being a day and a half out, this would be their final meeting before taking on Billiam and his forces. You could just feel the tension on everyone. They all knew how dire the success of this mission would be. For with that success will come the downfall to a threat that has been looming over them for years.
Queen Nagita: "I can feel the essence of everyone closing in. We have a few of the Houses and their leaders who aren't corrupted staying here to make sure those corrupted houses can't come to assist our enemies."
Power Scale Level: 72
Birthright: Traveler
Element: Black Light
Study: Staff of Merlin
Age: 1,103,000
King Luu: "This means all we have to truly worry about is the Beel House and it's main forces from the Untold TRUTH thanks to Billiam."
Power Scale Level: 69
Birthright: Dominion
Element: Light
Study: True Domain
Age: 800,986
Maliik: "As well as the House of Lanthermines and their forces, and the House of Lumiairess and their forces."
Power Scale Level: 65.5(Sealed Level)
Birthright: Reality
Elements: Absolute Light/Antimatter
Study: None
Age: 401,032
Shiishii: "I wouldn't be surprised if a few strays from the other Houses have already made it to those two Lead Houses. So be prepared to face people we haven't yet run into."
Power Scale Level: 43(And Climbing)
Birthright: Martial Arts
Element: Death
Study: Guild of Scythes
Age: 10,543
Gaia: "Yeah, we also want to make sure that we try our best not to kill them if not necessary. We are talking about people being affected by Billiam here, so they technically aren't our enemies."
Power Scale Level: 55(Sealed away Level)
Birthright: Armageddon
Element: Life
Study: Prono's Armory
Age: 1,510,998
Aurorin: "Indeed, we'll make sure to keep them at bay as best we can and avoid killing them. Heh!"
Power Scale Level: 56
Birthright: Aurora
Element: Crystals
Study: True Aurora Borealis
Age: 327,678
Queen Nagita: "Mhm. *Nod* The others are arriving with their forces. Let us welcome them as they come in."
Berixan: "Righteo, then. My 12 Borealis, please stand and welcome them."
Power Scale Level: 50
Birthright: Aurora
Element: Crystals
Study: Radiate the Cosmos
Age: 327,678
Borealis: "Yes Sir!!"
King Luu: "Lūmendäzz, do the same!"
Lūmendäzz: "Will do, SIR!"
Queen Nagita: "Mhm…" *Glare*
She gave the Nobles of her House a simple look and they all stood simultaneously.
Everyone rose to their feet to greet their fellow Rebels and their troops. All being dressed in the most formal battle attire they had available. The first ones to arrive were the members of the Lyster House, led by Tyyoest and Seriphaeth Lyster. They were escorted by their daughter, Katrina Lyster, a captain of the Rebellion and technically… her parent's boss for the mission. Tyyoest's younger brother, Ty'Jonn Lyster, a war General and leader of the 5 Shimmers. Making a total of seven escorts for their guard.
Tyyoest: "Berixan, Aurorin, Nagita, Maliik… LUU even!? You're alive, mate?! Right on then!"
He walked over to greet everyone. He was truly ecstatic and cheerful. His brother and wife followed his lead and said hello to everyone, giving their greetings while their many battalions sized each other up.
Ty'Jonn: "Aren't you all looking spiffy in your variations of the Royal Blue uniform, I'm loving it!" *CLAP*
Berixan: "It's good to see you again, Ty'Jonn. I see you and your brother still like to make us all believe you're twins. Heh!"
They pat each other on the back as they fall in line.
Gaia: "Hmph, long time no see, Seriphaeth."
Shiishii: "Man, didn't think I'd be seeing you here."
Seriphaeth: "Likewise, but I'm glad I'm getting the chance to see you both today."
Gaia & Shiishii: "Us too!"
The others arrived shortly after with Billiard and Myne waltzing in with their troops right behind them. They had brought their forces known as the Four Grand Authors. Along with Billiard AND Myne's younger brothers, L'Bill and Maxine Autherien.
Myne: "Well, if it isn't the Lystahs, long time no see." *Wave*
Power Scale Level: 46
Birthright: Sightful Blessings
Element: Metals
Study: Staff of the Hardened Minerals
Age: 200,987
Seriphaeth: "Likewise, Myne you sparkling little angel." *Hug*
Myne: "Oh, how I've missed you so much!"
Billiard: "Nice to see everyone has arrived now that Doc and Lizellite are here."
Power Scale Level: 47
Birthright: Sightful Blessings
Element: Quake
Study: Chain of Violent Blessings
Age: 200,986
It was just as Billiard said, Doc-Martin and Lizellite arrived at last, everyone was now present and ready for the final war meeting. Doc and his people got their greetings out of the way and everyone took their seats at the roundtable. The three Elders took the lead on the meeting and began telling everyone the details of the plan Maliik, Dante, and Shiishii came up with.
Elder Tadeus: "The plan we have here is simple and follows the guidance of Lady Nagita's strategic move."
Elder Mopee: "You see, it was said that our home's youngest prince is stuck in that wretched place with Billiam and his forces. As despicable as it is, that fact will play into our hands nicely and get us to the children BEFORE we get to fighting."
Elder Draud: "Yes, the Queen will be able to use her Traveler ability to go where a blood relative may be if she hasn't already been there herself. He just can't be in the midst of a battle or else everyone will be put in danger as we enter. Luckily for us, Dante was correct to make us wait two days since announcing we'd go to battle. Because our vision shows he and his companions will be free of danger for at least a whole minute. More than enough time for us to come in and set ourselves up for the coming battle."
Elder Mopee: "Mhm. *Nod* We three will be staying to support and make sure our homes are secure. Knowing how dastardly these Beels have been moving, it's best to have capable warriors stay behind and protect this place."
Shiishii: "I agree, but now that the inspiration for our plan has been revealed. As well as the key component that makes this plan even possible. It's best we go about explaining our strategy and what we'll be doing. We don't know much about what forces from the Beels and TRUTH will be there. But we did make counters for any of the Luums and Rays that may show up besides those of the lower Ray tiers. Maliik?"
Maliik: "Indeed, as we already know, Diane is the leading enforcer for all of Billiam's forces outside of the Beels. I wouldn't be surprised if he even allows her to command some of the TRUTH troops, if there is any. Anyways, we must make sure to hold her and her brothahs at bay so we can focus on the Beels and what they have going. To do that, Shiishii and Dante suggested we allow the Lūmendäzz to take care of that. Are there any objections? Because I can't be the one to take her on, and that's due to the fact that I'll be gunning right aftah their leadah, bruv."
King Luu: "Apologies, but even if there are any objections. We must be the ones to do this considering the fact that we've seen what they can do and have proven to be capable of stopping them."
Billiard: "Indeed."
Doc-Martin: "I've none to voice."
Berixan: "That's for the best right now."
Tyyoest: "Do as you see fit. Please continue Maliik, I don't think anyone here has any objections to the plan you three devised."
He folded his arms as he sat back in the chair.
Maliik: "Alright, good. We'll have the special troops of each house taking on the Luums, Lowah Rays and the stray nobodies the TRUTH may bring in to fight for them. The leadahs of each House will act as the Rebel Captains and help Level the playing field against the Beels. Shiishii, Shaddus, Hera'lou, and Gaia will be our leading attackahs who will jump all over the battlefield to help push our side forward. And all this will bank on our surprise attack. But whether that succeeds or not doesn't matter. Our plan will stay the same, the surprise will just boost our chances. Now if everyone's good with this, let's get our last bit of training and strategy planning in for those who know they'll be working together and for those who might. Battles are unpredictable after all."
He scans the room for any disapproval of their plan. But even after more than thirty seconds of looking and waiting, he heard none. Instead… he saw grins, smirks- SMILES even. Everyone had complete confidence in the capabilities of Maliik, Shiishii, and Dante.
Shiishii: "Doesn't look like we got any complaints around here brotha!"
Queen Nagita: "Good… let's go ahead and get to our strategizing then, yeah?"
She stood with a bright smile on her face as the translucent cloth on her crown danced about.
Billiam: "The time for their attack is almost at hand. I can just feel it."
Elizabeth: "Indeed, I've already gotten the 13 Dimmed-Ones ready for the coming battles."
Lancelin: "And it looks as though Morris will have them tame soon enough. Though… if another occurrence like Susong'nn shows up. I'll be pulling him, we need all of our forces."
Billiam: …
Noel: "Yeah, XigXahm already told you you're not allowed to bring anymore than the five of us and one general from each of our armies. He won't allow any more than that seeing as this can get ugly for our side too."
Billiam: "Tch… (Damn that Delio-Dant!)"
Christian: "With all that said… best we call the Luums, Rays and our individual scoundrels we managed to corrupt or convince to come to our side. This will truly be an all out war."
Billiam: "Hmph. Well to ensure we win this, make sure to call in the small army of Nymphyknights he's allowed us. As well as the captain who is to assist this cause."
Elizabeth: "Mhm… how unexpected of you, Billiam."
Billiam: "Auntie…"
Elizabeth: "Hm?"
Billiam: "Nephew or not… I will CRUSH Dante's Rebellion!"
*Glare*
With the forces of the Rebellion finally gathered together. Their plans for the war have come to fruition. But with Billiam taking his precautions, will they be able to prevail in this coming… Civil War!?
Kareezim: "So Auntie Rosa…"
Rosalina: "What is et, Reezim?"
Kareezim: "Do those nut ass peons, deadass think we can't sense them?"
Rosalina: "Tuh, I would hope so, after all… your uncle's here." *Smirk*
Next Chapter: Rosalina VS Joi!