In the Celestial Realm, Midoki stood before the imposing Celestial Guardians, a sacred order of ophanim angels known as the 100 Divine Guardians. Each one radiated a serene yet formidable presence. Their white wings, reflecting divine light, stretched gracefully, while their halos shone like miniature suns, symbolizing celestial purity. However, the gentle glow of their presence concealed the immense power they wielded, making them impenetrable barriers to any intruder daring to defile the Celestial Realm.
The air was heavy, laden with the power of a primordial divinity, and Midoki could feel the spiritual energy emanating from these guardians. Yet, there was no hesitation in his heart. His goal was clear: to rescue Elyra, his friend and companion, unjustly imprisoned in the depths of this realm.
- Principal Guardian: "Pilgrim of the lower world, you dare to enter this sacred domain without permission. Here, nothing escapes the celestial eyes. What brings you to this place?"
- Midoki: "Elyra. You took her from me, and I will take her back. True justice will be restored."
The Guardians exchanged glances, their tranquil expressions unsettling, almost indifferent to Midoki's resolve. The Principal Guardian stepped forward, his voice echoing like a soft thunder across the skies.
- Principal Guardian: "You dare speak of justice before the Celestial Realm? The heavens have their designs, and Elyra is under the judgment of the Great Emissaries. If you insist on proceeding, you will be tested... to complete annihilation."
A circle of golden energy formed around Midoki, trapping him. But with a confident smile, he activated the Law of Potency – Energy, releasing a wave of energy that disintegrated the prison in an instant. In one fluid motion, Midoki dismantled the divine bindings attempting to restrain him. He was now free.
- Midoki: "No celestial prison can contain my resolve. Elyra cannot be judged for crimes she did not commit."
The 100 Guardians raised their swords in unison. A blinding light spread across the battlefield, and in a second, Midoki found himself surrounded by towering angels. The battle was about to begin.
- Midoki: "You may be many... but that doesn't change the fact that I will defeat you."
With the activation of his Shinrei of Eminence, Midoki's body radiated a silvery light, his spiritual energy rippling like flames, manifesting into resplendent blades. The swords he conjured with his Duorimki style spun around him, slicing through the air with speed and precision.
The clash between Midoki and the 100 Divine Guardians was intense, each blow releasing waves of energy that shook the heavens. One by one, the guardians fell before his prowess. The battlefield filled with light, steel, and power, and the Celestial Realm echoed with the sound of divine blades clashing against Midoki's unwavering might.
After what seemed like an eternity of battle, Midoki encountered a different angel in one of the alleys of the Citadel's districts. A Cherubim, clad in gleaming armor adorned with the symbol of Sagittarius, emerged from the shadowy alley of the Celestial Citadel.
- Cherubim of Sagittarius: "You fight well, Midoki. But your journey is far from over. I am the Emissary of Sagittarius, and I bring you a choice."
- Midoki: "What mission is this you speak of?"
The angel observed Midoki closely, as if weighing the warrior's destiny.
- Cherubim of Sagittarius: "The 13 Emissaries of the Zodiac have their orders. Among them lies one that could alter the balance of the entire universe. I offer you an opportunity: join me to destroy the 13... or continue alone and pay the price for interference."
Midoki narrowed his eyes, feeling the weight of the Cherubim's words. There seemed to be something dark behind the intentions of such an offer. Even so, he was not someone who would bend to an ultimatum, and the prospect of aligning with such uncertain forces made his blood pulse with suspicion.
- Midoki: "I don't need dubious alliances. And if necessary, I will face any of you. There is no mission that will make me stray from my path."
Before he could say more, the Cherubim vanished in a cloud of light, leaving Midoki in the silence of the alley, aware that his presence was now known to the celestial powers. Time was running out.
Sneaking through the celestial palace, Midoki overheard whispered conversations revealing that Elyra was not in the Celestial Realm. She had been taken to Mount Olympus, where she would face judgment by the 13 Emissaries of the Zodiac, guardians of the mysterious 13 Houses of Olympus.
- Midoki: "Mount Olympus... then that's where I must go."
Wasting no time, Midoki set out for Mount Olympus, determined to traverse the 13 Houses and free Elyra. As he climbed, he encountered the imposing House of Aries, guarded by the Celestial Emissary of Aries, Arion. Dressed in his divine golden armor, Arion awaited him, activating the mighty Spear of Aries through his telekinetic ability.
- Arion: "You've come far, Midoki. But this is where your journey ends."
The confrontation was fierce, with Midoki utilizing Manifestation Mode and summoning his katanas. The Duorimki style flowed like a lethal dance, while Arion manipulated his spear with telekinesis. Despite Arion's telekinetic prowess, Midoki found openings in the Emissary's defenses. The battle escalated with every second, a display of cosmic power shaking Olympus itself.
But in a decisive blow, Arion struck Midoki, pushing him into the limbo between life and death. In this ethereal state, Midoki encountered Pyndera, the majestic Dragon of Creation.
- Pyndera: "Go now, Midoki, heir of creation and destruction. The universe awaits your ascension. Remember: the brightest light can only exist alongside the deepest shadow."
Reborn, Midoki returned to the living world with a new understanding of cosmic balance. Now in his most powerful form yet, he activated Berserker Mode, an aura of creation and destruction radiating from his body. With renewed confidence, he advanced, knowing Elyra's fate was nearing its resolution. The Celestial Emissaries better prepare: he was ready to bring them down.