The World Tree towered above Liam, its gnarled bark as ancient as time itself. Standing kilometres tall, it was wider than a city, its immense trunk stretching up towards the heavens. Despite its age, the tree's green leaves shimmered in the sunlight, rustling gently in the breeze.
As Liam gazed up at the tree, he couldn't help but feel dwarfed by its sheer size and majesty.
The World Tree dominated the landscape with its massive trunk stretching towards the sky. Its leaves, a brilliant emerald green, rustled softly in the breeze. Upon closer inspection, one could see that they were smooth to the touch with a glossy sheen, and each leaf was marked with a distinct pattern of veins that radiated outwards like a spider's web.
Its thick, gnarled bark was rough to the touch, etched with countless grooves and crevices that spoke of the tree's many long years. These grooves seemed to be hiding eyes that would stare into one's soul; however, Liam felt nothing but an affectionate gaze. Despite its rugged exterior, the tree had a beauty that was both awe-inspiring and humbling.
Upon closer examination, one could see that there were faint traces of colour buried within the rough surface - hints of ochre and rust that spoke to the tree's age and history.
Unlike other trees, the World Tree possessed a unique system of aerial roots that draped down from its upper branches, forming a curtain of roots that swayed gently in the wind. It was said that these roots were imbued with magic and that the tree itself was a conduit for the mystical energies that flowed through the world.
No matter which world or universe the World Tree was revered as a symbol of power and wisdom. It was believed that it held the secrets of the universe within its branches and that those who could tap into its energy could wield incredible power. Legends spoke of a serpent that coiled around the trunk of the tree, guarding its secrets and imparting knowledge to those deemed worthy. To many, the World Tree was not just a physical object, but a living entity that held great spiritual significance.
High up in these very branches, Liam could see the massive fruits and flowers that adorned the tree.
They were like nothing he had ever seen before, with colours and shapes that defied explanation. The peach-like fruits were particularly striking, their skin soft and velvety to the touch, their sweet scent wafting down to him on the breeze.
As Liam gazes up at the World Tree, his heart pounds with excitement and wonder. For as long as he can remember, he has been fascinated by trees - their towering height, their intricate branches and leaves, and the way they seem to breathe and pulse with life.
Growing up in a small town nestled in the heart of a dense forest, Liam spent much of his earlier childhood exploring the woods and learning about the plants and animals that called it home. His fascination stemmed not only from his love of nature but also from his expertise in technology. He had always been interested in the intersection of nature and technology and how they could work together to create something truly awe-inspiring.
But as Liam stood at the base of the towering World Tree, he felt for the first time such a deeply intimate connection that he had never experienced before not with anyone or anything. Something about the tree's massive size and ancient, gnarled bark drew him in, like a magnet pulling at his soul.
For Liam, the World Tree became more than just a plant - it was a symbol of the natural world, a manifestation of the beauty and complexity of life itself. He couldn't help but marvel at its majesty. His fascination with the World Tree stems from a desire to understand and harness the natural world's power, which he sees as a complement to his technological pursuits.
His knowledge of technology informs his understanding of the tree. He has studied the way that the tree harnesses energy from the sun and soil, and seen parallels between its biological processes and the way that machines convert energy to perform tasks. Liam feels a sense of awe at the tree's ability to sustain life without relying on human-made machines and desires to understand its processes with his mind and soul.
Before him, lay the most majestic and well-renowned species of tree. This giant, which would be considered a mere sapling in the wider universe, was already something countless would go to war over. And now, it was in Liam's hands.
Confident that he would make the most of this gift, Liam approached the tree with a sense of awe and reverence. On the branches were massive fruits and flowers, which Liam couldn't help but marvel at. He had a feeling they would be extremely useful to him, so he circled the tree both out of respect and fear. Of course, circling this giant took more than just a few minutes when doing so in a reverential manner.
Liam knew that something of this calibre in this fantastical world would have a semblance of intelligence. As a result, he gave a courteous bow to the tree and requested to climb its trunk and branches to fetch one peach-like fruit. To his surprise, the branches waved gently, as if accepting his request. In this pocket space, the wind was far too weak to move the branches of the World Tree.
He opened the system and summoned personnel to his location. The personnel summoned by Liam was a team of skilled individuals with a range of expertise necessary to execute his orders. The team would be working together to construct the pathway and protect each other while doing so.
The first task of the team was to build a pathway between the recruitment zones and the spacial tear. This involved clearing the land of any obstacles, such as rocks and trees, and flattening the terrain to create a level surface for the pathway. The architects were to design and lay the foundation for the pathway before constructing it.
The pathway was a critical component of Liam's plan as it would allow for the safe and efficient transportation of personnel and resources to and from the recruitment zones and the spacial tear. The team worked tirelessly, day and night, to ensure that the pathway was completed within the designated time frame.
In addition to the pathway, Liam also ordered the construction of a large house on top of the spacial tear, which was designed to cover it from sight and protect it from potential threats. The architects began to work closely together to design and construct the house, ensuring that it was both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
While the construction of the pathway and house was underway, the combatants were responsible for ensuring the safety of the team. They set up a perimeter around the construction site, monitoring for any potential threats and neutralizing them if necessary. They also will be working to prevent any unsolicited visitors appeared on the site, removing all but those that were authorized to be there.
As the construction was still within the reaches of his territory it would quickly reach completion, and soon the team would be working together to put the finishing touches on the pathway and house, ensuring that everything was in place and functioning as it should be.
Approaching the World Tree, he couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and reverence.
As he began to climb, Liam felt the strain on his muscles as he pulled himself up, each movement calculated and deliberate. The adrenaline rush of climbing to such heights coursed through his veins, and he felt a sense of accomplishment with each step higher.
The sound of the branches rustling in the wind filled his ears, their creaking and swaying a symphony of natural sound.
As he climbed higher, Liam could feel the temperature dropping, and he shivered as the cool breeze brushed against his skin. He could smell the sweet scent of the fruit wafting down to him, mingling with the musky smell of the bark. He paused to take a deep breath, inhaling the rich, earthy aroma of the tree, letting it fill his lungs and energize him.
Liam took great care not to damage the tree as he climbed. He used the bare minimum amount of force to climb the tree preventing any affliction of harm to the bark or branches; he even made sure to distribute his weight evenly, avoiding any stress points that could damage the tree. However, doing so led to the climb becoming much harder than it would have been otherwise.
He was taking his time to savour the experience despite rarely needing to catch his breath, thanks to his improved stats.
A few times he nearly lost his grip, but he was able to float for a few seconds, thanks to his pegasus bloodline. He easily re-established his grip on the overwhelming majesty he challenged.
Strangely, he felt a deep connection with the tree, as if they were somehow kindred spirits. It was clear to Liam that the tree was willing to let him take a fruit. Perhaps it was due to some sort of elemental or bloodline affinity he had with the tree. And he was grateful for the opportunity to be so intimately connected to something so wondrous.
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Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, Liam reached the top of the tree.
He gazed out at the breathtaking view, marvelling at the expanse of the small world stretching out before him.
Upon reaching the canopy, he carefully plucked one of the peach-like fruits from a nearby branch, grabbing it gently and pulling it slowly afraid to damage the velvety skin. Luckily the fruit was easily removed.
Now that he had the fruit in his hands he began looking around at the rest of the tree, realising that he was in the lower part of the World Tree's canopy and more fruits surrounded him. Of course, he knew his place and would not succumb to greed, but instead admired his surroundings.
Ever since arriving here, he was unable to relax but here in the presence of the World tree and the luscious greenery of its canopy, he finally eased himself. Even when he slept he was interrupted by the past here there was nothing but himself and the tree.
He swore to defend the tree with everything he had and stay with it, talking to it for as long as possible. This was his haven.
While he was still on the branch of the massive tree he devoured the fruit in his hand knowing that the descent would have been much more stressful regardless of whether he had the fruit in his hands or not. It was a no-brainer to eat the fruit before climbing down the humungous tree.
With every bite Liam took, he could feel a surge of energy flow through him as the connection between him and the tree grew stronger.
As he took the last bite a system notification appeared before him.
[Through an opportunity you have killed The Fruit of The World Tree (Level 90)]
[As you have surpassed all other OX-98654-B transportees by killing a D-2 rank entity while at rank B-4 on day 0 you have received 2x Random Advanced Recruitment Right + 1x Random Epic Personnel]
'Damn to think I could get a kill like this too. Oh, and what is this an Epic? This of course must be quite the specimen.'
[Acquired 420000 experience]
[Acquired 65000 territory experience]
[Bloodline - [Yggdrasill (1 Realm)] has been obtained and improved to [Yggdrasill (3 Realms)] due to the effects of the talent [Assimilation]]
[Skill - [Lifeforce (D+)] has been obtained from the effects of the talent [Assimilation] it has been improved to [Life Sharing (B)]]
"With this new bloodline and skill, my lovely Yggdrasill will grow even better."
Liam basked in the sense of accomplishment and gratitude as he started his descent, easing himself down with care to ensure that no harm came to the ancient tree. The sensation of connection to the World Tree grew stronger with each passing moment, as though he had become an integral part of its legacy and history. As he reached the ground, he took a moment to reflect on the beauty and power of nature, feeling a deep reverence for the towering entity that he had just climbed.