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My quest to become god

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Chapter 1 - Chapter 1: The last stand

Luther Dreki stood tall on the battlefield, his blue hair whipping in the wind, and his fiery red eyes burning with intense fury. His black sword, a legendary weapon named "Inferno," pulsed with an inner flame, reflecting the power of its master. The air around him crackled with energy as he faced his enemies-ten Grandmasters, the most formidable warriors on the continent.

Each Grandmaster possessed unique abilities, making them nearly invincible. Kayl, the strongest among them, wielded a massive greatsword that could cleave mountains. His aura was like a storm, turbulent and overwhelming. Beside him stood Enya, her magic controlling the elements, bending water, earth, fire, and air to her will. Rye Evernight, the elven sorceress, was a master of illusions and could manipulate shadows, making her a deadly adversary. Martin Leo, the commander of Tiamat, could harness the power of the stars, summoning celestial energy to strike his foes. Roy, the shadowy Grandmaster, could manipulate darkness and shadows, making him nearly invisible in combat.

As Luther faced them, his aura flared brightly, the ground beneath him scorched by his presence. He knew the odds were against him, but he was determined to fight to his last breath. The air grew tense as the Grandmasters prepared to attack, their auras clashing in a violent display of power.

"Attack!" Kayl shouted, charging forward with his greatsword. Luther met him head-on, their swords clashing with a deafening sound. Sparks flew, and the ground trembled under the impact. Kayl's strength was immense, but Luther matched him blow for blow, his Inferno blade searing through the air.

Enya joined the fray, sending a torrent of water towards Luther, followed by a barrage of fireballs. Luther deflected thewater with a sweep of his sword, then dodged the flames with agile movements. Rye cast an illusion, creating multiple copies of herself that surrounded Luther, each holding a dagger poised to strike. But Luther, with his keen senses, identified the real Rye and countered with a blast of fiery energy, dispelling the illusion.

Roy, lurking in the shadows, attempted to strike Luther from behind. But Luther anticipated the move, turning just in time to block Roy's shadowy blade. "You can't escape the shadows," Roy taunted, but Luther's aura flared, dispelling the darkness and forcing Roy back.

The battle was intense, each Grandmaster unleashing their full power. Martin Leo summoned a starry spear, hurling it at Luther with lethal intent. Luther dodged, but the spear grazed his arm, leaving a burning wound. He gritted his teeth, pushing through the pain. He couldn't afford to falter-not now.

As the fight dragged on, Luther felt his strength waning. The Grandmasters were relentless, their combined might overwhelming. Blood dripped from multiple wounds on his body, but he refused to give up. With a roar, he unleashed a powerful blast of fiery aura, forcing the Grandmasters back.

"Enough!" Ryder's voice boomed, stopping the Grandmasters in their tracks. He stepped forward, a smirk on his face. "You've done well Luther, but this is where it end".

Luther glared at Ryder, his eyes burning with hatred. "This isn't over," he spat, gripping his sword tighter.

Ryder chuckled, raising a hand. Dark energy swirled around him, forming a spear of shadow. "You're right. It's just the beginning," he said, launching the spear towards Luther.

Luther tried to dodge, but his movements were sluggish. The spear pierced his shoulder, and he cried out in pain, dropping to one knee. The Grandmasters closed in, their expressions cold and determined.

"Remember this, Ryder," Luther gasped, struggling to stand. "I will come for your life!"

With a final surge of strength, he swung his sword, creating a wall of flame between him and the Grandmasters. It was a last-ditch effort, buying him a moment to retreat. He staggered back, his vision blurring as blood loss took its toll. The Grandmasters watched as he collapsed, their expressions unreadable.

As darkness closed in, Luther's mind was filled with regret. He had failed to avenge his family, failed to protect his loved ones. But even in his final moments, a spark of defiance remained. "This isn't the end," he thought, as consciousness slipped away.

The Grandmasters stood silently, watching as Luther's body lay still. David, Luther's former comrade and Ryder's Knight Commander, felt a pang of sorrow. He had betrayed his friend, unable to protect him. As the Grandmasters turned to leave, David whispered, "I'm sorry, Luther. I couldn't save you."

The room fell silent, the air heavy with the weight of what had transpired. The Grandmasters had achieved their goal, but the victory felt hollow. They had defeated a great warrior, but at what cost? The legacy of Luther Dreki would haunt them all.