Chapter 22: Stellar lifeform
As lightning struck the core of the formation where Inarius stood, a cataclysmic surge of energy coursed through the lightning conduit. The air crackled with electric intensity, and an iridescent glow enveloped Inarius, radiating outward in pulsating waves. He quickly channeled the energy into his aspect cube, and it greedily absorbed the lightning energy.
The sheer power of the lightning strike caused a momentary disruption, as if time itself held its breath in anticipation. The surrounding environment seemed to bend and contort under the force of the unleashed energy, leaves and debris swirling in a frenzied dance.
Inarius, standing at the heart of the conduit, became the conductor and focal point of this extraordinary event. His body braced against the sheer force of the electric surge, muscles tensed with determination and resolve. As the lightning's electrical current surged through him, his entire being became a conduit of power, his senses overwhelmed by the raw, untamed energy flowing through his veins.
His body started to tear as his flesh ruptured with the lightning's impact, a burning sensation filling his mind. He released a screech of agony as if his aspect cube was drowning in the energy from nature itself. The lightning just kept coming nonstop. The nearby residents rushed outside their homes. As they observed the remarkable scene of lightning striking the mountain peak, a mixture of fear, astonishment, and curiosity coursed through their veins. It was as if the darkness itself was momentarily banished, replaced by an otherworldly radiance that seized their senses. The abrupt transition from obsidian blackness to surreal brilliance left the witnesses momentarily disoriented.
Inarius continued to absorb the lightning energy, but at this point, it was beyond his control. Aspects are truly mysterious and auspicious, but without proper control, they may lead to one's downfall. Tonight was a topical example. Inarius could no longer control the energy or his aspect cube.
"Ahhh!!!"
[INARIUS, STOP THIS MADNESS!] Aurora sounded really concerned.
"I can't," he said with evident fear. He was trying...
Arcs of mesmerizing light danced along Inarius' now tattered body, tracing intricate patterns across his form. The air crackled with an ethereal symphony, resonating with the terrifying forces at play. The intense surge of energy seemed to imbue him with devastating power.
But his aspect cube was still absorbing energy, shrinking as if collapsing inward and converging into a single point.
Just when he thought it was the end, his body glowed with an intense, almost ethereal light. His mind became a window to a deeper understanding, a connection to the very essence of the universe itself. With each passing moment, his comprehension of the power cosmic expanded, his consciousness intertwining with the vast cosmic energies. His aspect cube collapsed within itself, and the particles converged into a single point, forming something resembling a seed the size of a basketball. It was pure white in color with a green ring around it, reminiscent of Saturn.
Imagine a white seed-like object with smooth edges and no blemishes floating in the vast expanse of Inarius' soul space, reminiscent of Saturn with its mesmerizing ring system. However, instead of icy particles, this object was enveloped in a remarkable emerald-green ring composed of intricate computer code.
The green ring encircling the seed-like object represented the digital essence embedded within it. It consisted of a complex tapestry of interconnected lines, symbols, and patterns, reminiscent of programming code. The code formed an intricate network, representing the genetic information and potential for growth and development contained within the seed.
Similar to Saturn's rings, the green code ring showcased a mesmerizing beauty. The lines and symbols flowed and intertwined,
creating a visually captivating display that hinted at the hidden potential within the seed-like object. Each line of code represented a unique instruction or algorithm, encoding the blueprint for the seed's transformation and growth.
Just as Saturn's rings symbolize the potential for new celestial bodies to form, the green code ring surrounding the seed-like object signified the endless possibilities and transformative power of digital information. It represented the convergence of nature and technology, highlighting the fusion of a Beyonder's potential with the intricacies of computer programming. When his aspect cube collapsed, the remnants of particles seemed to converge for guidance, and he made it look like a planet, since he was dying and couldn't get any more creative.
At this moment, Inarius was now a stellar lifeform. Due to the massive surge of energy, he had moved from the first transformation to the fifth, breaking through to the next stage and becoming a stellar lifeform.
The tier two Beyonder stage is also known as the foundation establishment stage. They are called stellar lifeforms because they are now capable of interstellar travel. Inarius also came to the conclusion that his aspect would not change again and could only grow bigger as he advanced. The injuries in his body started healing at a terrifying pace. His bones formed, then his heart, and with each beat, it pulsed with energy, pumping golden blood through his newly formed veins. He could now manipulate the power cosmic.