So it began. As the Torrent of Magicka was absorbed into the Earth, changes began all throughout the world. The World distributed it to all corners of the world with nothing held back.
People from all over the world were now privy to a new beginning. But beginnings must come from an end. They knew not how to wield this new power. A few I observed through divinations were able to strengthen themselves briefly as they unconsciously tapped into the Magicka.
But the main factor was Curses. They couldn't wield this energy. A pointed fact that was part of the original negotiations with the World. This power was for Non-Curses. No matter whether they were good or evil, they could and would, have Magicka.
Sorcerers though would always exist. While not great in number they would continue to hold the powers of cursed energy. But soon they would also adapt, and Magicka would be theirs.
It didn't take long for the Riots to begin. As the world had come to learn of Magicka or Mana as they called it worldwide. They turned to their leaders and sought answers.
But Humans were not the only non-curse things. Animals were soon exposed to Magicka as well. This brought a change to them as they grew stronger. While not nearly as fast, they were also adapting.
Governments all around were scrambling, trying to calm the people down to no avail. Soon the Sorcerers came. From all over the world they were sent. Talk shows, radio, and other media were used to spread the message. "What are curses? What is this new power?" were common questions among them.
They would answer, and the world would come to know of the shadow war that was held for millennia.
As for the school? They began their new lessons. As I decided to leak a few spell books to the internet I only saw it fitting to add the curriculum to their current schedule. Most lessons were focused on reinforcement. A lesson Maki took exceptionally to.
Her already strong assassin like tendencies began to bloom under the new addition to Magicka. The world only rejoiced for her as she became an even greater champion for it.
Yuji also was among the members of exceptional students in Magicka. As he already had superb control of Cursed Energy he just changed his approach to Magicka.
While some students were doing great with it, others, not so much. As was to be expected as they held now 2 forms of Energy, if even in limited quantities. Sometimes it was alright to focus on only one. I made sure to tell them as such as well.
There were other consequences of our actions. With the rise of panic and turmoil came the expansion of the curses. With Human fear growing, it was only a matter of time for them to form.
Thus I began my own foray into the world at large. Teleportation was a dear friend as I began to use my off days to eliminate curses and dangerously mutated animals exposed to Magicka.
Most notable was a horde of Mosquitos that had adapted and grew 10 times their size. looking like they came straight out of a Stephan King movie. They were able to suck dry two whole towns in their wake. And it only took them 3 days.
Such was the life of most of the Special grade level Sorcerers, and many of the students as well.
It wasn't until people began to notice my own little additions to the wonderful land of the internet that people began to turn things around. Sadly it took them 3 weeks of suffering to do it. Those three weeks cost the world 10% of the population.
10%... Doesn't seem like much at first right?
Until you do some math and that number is in front of you. Close to 82 million dead in three weeks. So I continued to do the best I could. It was around the same time that the governments also grouped together. Separated by continents they grouped with allies nearby.
Russia, China, and North Korea were quick to combine within the first week. India found itself allies with the Philippines region. The Americas grouped by north and south.
Japan was in a weird situation due to it's isolation and strong combatants. Such was the case south Korea and other Island nations grouped together.
Sadly there was an entire continent lost to Magicka enhanced animals. A mass exodus ensued the past week that I helped. Australia has become a no mans land due to their already bone chilling environment turning even more deadly.
For research value it was incredible, but heart wrenching to know of the fate of the many of those millions were lost there.
Humanity itself had regulated themselves to large cities. With barriers and guns manned to defend themselves. But even I knew they would only last so long.
With time they will grow strong and begin to use Magicka more. But that's for the future, in the mean time I am wrestling with the consequences of my actions.
I will admit... I wasn't in the greatest of spirits in the direct aftermath of the event. Some part of me could feel it... Such chaos. And saddest of all... I ascended with my actions. I convinced a God and a World to cause the deaths of Millions. My reward... A Bizaro Sorcerer.
A Demigod twice over. It gave a comprehensive boost to all of my existing powers. Powers I used to further tame the chaos in the wake of my actions. I even decided it was time to use a power I had been reluctant to use before. My strings.
I found the worst criminals imaginable to be my marionettes. And so they became my instruments to deal with the worst of humanities atrocities. Chief of which most countries found out when they attempted to nuke the world.
The marionettes allowed me a bit of solace to this horrid situation. With time they would heal, but much more work had to be done in the mean time. At least that was what I thought until a group of students and teachers organized a little get together.
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[Jujutsu High]
{Pov Azarius}
Walking through the halls I felt they were hollow. No sounds seemed to be coming from the normally busy area. Especially as civilians had moved nearby as they found out about the sorcerers here.
Probably the higher-ups trying to get back at us for basically abandoning them. Myself and Gojo Personally watched as they were subject to attacks from curses. Jokes on them we organized the civilians to work. Teachers taught, construction workers built new buildings, and farmers were all to happy to work the fields.
Everyone had a role to play and they understood very quickly just what a powerful sorcerer could do to either defend them or deal with dissidents.
My walk was interrupted with a billowing wind as Maki bolted around the corner. A small smile grew on my face as she began to rush me. I was half tempted to trip her or something as she passed me. Only I didn't get the chance.
A small reinforcement with Magicka upped her speed just enough to overthrow any planning. Then She gripped the back of my collar and dragged me along. I didn't quite understand what was going on but cocked an eyebrow at her even if she couldn't see it. She "dragged" / pulled me through the air until we were on the other side of the school.
Planting her foot she threw me through a classroom door at full strength.
I felt the presence of most of the students and faculty, so as I was rudely thrown through the wooden sliding door I did a flip and landed perfectly.
A stunned silence as they all looked to me that I began to be a little creeped out. Yuji was kind enough to do a bit of a golf clap. Maki Strutting in kinda killed his little help though.
She seemed especially angry as she gripped a chair and dragged it to me. I allowed her to sit me in the chair in front of everyone else. Maki simply crossed her arms and grunted.
Principal Yaga finally spoke as I was seated. "Emiya-San, It has come to my attention that you seem to have been... a little busy, as of late."
I tensed up slightly at the reprimanding tone. Still not quite understanding what was going on though.
"This normally would not be an issue.." He stated peering over his sunglasses he looked me in the eyes and said, "If the individual was not yourself, that is. I have been made aware of an idea of what you are doing even now as we speak."
Confusion was written on my face plain to see. So he "Enlightened" me.
"As of right now Gojo has confirmed approximately 65 beings under your control. These 65 "Puppets" or "Marionettes" as you call them are constantly hunting non stop. And have been for the past 2 weeks. This is not even counting any new ones you have created."
Finally I spoke, "I don't quite see an issue so far... As the Marionettes are created from individuals who by far deserve a death sentence for their crimes."
He held a hand up and said, "I am not speaking about the manner they are created or even sourced, In fact I have seen those you have chosen and fully support such actions. What I and most of the people here are concerned about are your actions."
He stood from his seat as most of the Students and Faculty shifted slightly at being mentioned.
With both hands on the table he leaned forward and said, "I think you need a break Emiya-San."
A noticeable tension grew among the people in the room.
Hands landed on my shoulder as Maki had planted them there. Looking slightly up at her I could see my mother's Nightingale perched.
Taking a deep breath to calm down. I stated, "And how would this "Break" happen? Because even as we speak I am constantly saving civilians and killing curses in nearby settlements."
My mother's voice came from her Nightingale, "That, my son... is your problem. You introduced Magicka into this world to prepare it, correct?"
I wanted to argue, but I couldn't.
"You seem to forget Azarius, as is normal for your situation. But you are a force of Change, just as I am. But change needs Conflict. For these people to grow they need time, time you must give them without babying them."
I hung my head in defeat. placing my head in my hands I wanted to weep. I could see the chaos vividly through my marionettes even now.
A weight slipped onto my lap as Azazel made his presence known. unconsciously I petted him.
Principal Yaga spoke as I calmed down. "You have done enough for us, It is time for us to take our own future in our hands."
Gojo sprung from his seat shouting, "YAAAAY!" before shifting gears immediately appearing next to me. Man had apparently studied space magic as I felt the use of Magicka and Cursed Energy in the movement.
"Leave it to us, BUT we will not be leaving you alone, that's for sure!"
I gave out a confused "wha?" before the hands on my shoulder tightened slightly.
"Lady Nocturnal has told us of Lord Sheogorath's little experiments recently. Apparently he had decided to look into "Seeing" new sights. So he had mages build a telescope based on your magics. He has found a world that he said, You HAVE to visit."
Suddenly I was filled with a lot more dread. "Umm, so I'm taking the recommendation of the Dedric Prince of Madness? Am I hearing that right?"
Mother Chimed in again saying, "Quite so. The world itself is strange in it's composition. Two layers make up most of the structure. Both he and I believe this world could help you to understand a little more of your station, To understand OUR perspective."
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AN:// Shifting gears a bit here to send him on his way to the next world. He will be nerfed SO much in the next world due to it's setting. A much anticipated confrontation with a Thot is in play but it will be a few chapters till we get there.
I want one more main confrontation in the World of Jujutsu before that. It was a brain child for awhile now. I also am writing a new story called "Eyes up in another world"
That one is more specifically going to be centered on 3 different worlds for it so I have less and more to work with. (keeps it manageable)