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Chapter 13 - Chapter 13: Scattered Across the Realm

Day 1, around noon—people began to appear across the vast allied territories of Goddess Tyriel. Each one was transported to the portal they chose, or was pulled through if they hesitated. Unlike Rain, who descended into the giant forest near the rocky mountains, others appeared in various locations.

These people were scattered across different human territories, each with its own unique characteristics.

The method of arrival differed for each person. Some appeared in majestic cities, while others landed in quiet villages or remote areas.

The human territories, ranging from bustling kingdoms and empires to small towns, varied in their people and power structures. From scholars to knights, nobles to commoners, the scattered ones encountered all sorts of individuals.

Communication was another challenge. Due to the actions of one of the summoned, the goddess forgot to mention the translation ability, leaving many stranded without a way to speak the native language.

Some places had powerful mages or ancient relics to help with translations, but others had no such luxuries, leaving many confused and isolated.

Among the 100 who arrived, there was a mix of personalities and destinies. Some would be righteous heroes, while others would lean towards villainy or tread the fine line between the two.

Their journeys had just begun, but already, the course of their paths was being shaped by the world they had been thrown into.

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THE LUCKY ONE

In a grand city within the western kingdom, a young man found himself inside a magnificent castle.

He stood at the center of a summoning circle, surrounded by robed mages who watched in awe.

The glowing magical text slowly faded as the summoning completed, leaving the young man disoriented but unharmed.

Before him stood a king, crowned and dressed in ornate armor that gleamed in the light.

Despite not understanding the language, the young man quickly grasped that he was being revered as a hero.

With a confident smile, he played into the role, gesturing grandly and maintaining an air of superiority.

He was thrilled by the ease with which he was treated like royalty, simply because of his "hero" status.

The nobles and mages fell to their knees, praising him as a chosen one.

Though he didn't yet know their customs or the language that leave their mouth, he knew how to use their reverence to his advantage.

The young man's charm and manipulation skills worked effortlessly in his favor. He basked in the attention and power that came with being seen as a savior.

On that unfortunate day, the kingdom accidentally brought up a potential villain among them, fooled by their desire for a brave hero to rescue them.

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THE UNLUCKY

The young woman, found herself transported to the bustling trade city of Goldenvale, a place known for its wealth and commerce.

She had been granted a second chance at life by the Goddess Tyriel, but her arrival was anything but graceful.

Landing atop the golden statue of the God of Wealth, she unknowingly committed a taboo act.

The citizens, unable to understand her sudden appearance or her silent pleas for help, assumed she was a heretic sent to desecrate their sacred symbol.

This city had little to no powerful mages to perform translation spells for her, even if there's one, they are far away from this scene

Within moments, she was branded as a heretic and dragged into custody.

Thrown into a cold, dark prison, the young woman felt anger and despair well up inside her.

She cursed the goddess who had sent her here and blamed her bad luck for the situation.

It seemed her second chance at life was destined to end in suffering, far from the hero's journey she had hoped for.

Alone and misunderstood, she vowed to find a way to escape and exact revenge on those who had wronged her.

Her misfortune had twisted her hope into bitterness, and her anger would soon drive her toward a much darker path than she had ever imagined.

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THE TRUE HERO

In a quiet village nestled in the mountains, a teenage boy appeared in front of a small church altar.

The villagers who were attending the service gasped in surprise,

while the priests quickly gathered around to inspect the boy. He stood there, unsure of where he was but thankful for his safe arrival.

Unlike others, fortune favored him. The village priest retrieved an ancient relic from the church's hidden vault.

The relic was said to be a gift from the gods, and with it, they could remove the language barrier instantly.

Within moments, the boy could understand their speech and communicate with them freely.

The villagers welcomed him with open arms, seeing his arrival as a divine blessing.

Although the boy was confused about his purpose because he died an early death from his past life, he felt warmth in their kindness and hospitality.

He was given food, shelter, and guidance, as the village elders told him stories of the ancient heroes of their land.

Despite his uncertainties, the boy found hope in the support he received.

The peaceful life of the village contrasted with the chaotic world he had left behind, and he wondered if his destiny here was to become a true hero who would help protect this world from the rising darkness, from the Demon Overlord.

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THE UNCERTAIN

In the heart of a massive empire, another summoning circle glowed as a middle-aged man emerged from it.

He found himself inside a grand library, surrounded by scholars instead of soldiers or nobles.

These intellectuals were more interested in studying him than treating him as a hero.

Fortunately, one of the scholars had a magical translation device that quickly bridged the gap between their languages.

As soon as the device was activated, the scholars began asking him questions about his world, eager to learn more about Earth's technology and science.

Though treated respectfully, the man sensed a certain detachment from the scholars.

They were more interested in his knowledge than in his potential as a hero.

He found himself unsure of his role—was he here to fight evil, or had he been summoned merely as a curiosity for these academics?

As the scholars continued their relentless questioning, the man grew more uncertain about his path.

Would he join the fight against the coming darkness, or would he remain on the sidelines, contributing only through knowledge and invention?

The weight of his decision loomed heavily over him.

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THE ONE WITH AMBITION

In the plains, outside the grand gates of a Grand Wall, a man appeared, still dazed from the sudden transportation.

Unlike others, he had chosen wisely and picked a translation ability in the white void, allowing him to understand the language immediately.

This man had always dreamed of more. Back on Earth, he had been a nobody—working a dead-end job, with no recognition.

Now, standing before the castle, he saw this as his chance to rise above the life he once lived.

Ambition filled his mind, and the visions of conquest and power overtook his thoughts.

Though Goddess Tyriel had warned of the dangers in this world, the man wasn't interested in heroism.

He wanted to command armies, lead great conquests, and carve his name into history. The allure of power was too strong to resist, and he would stop at nothing to achieve it.

Determined to seize control of his destiny, the man set his sights on becoming one of the most powerful figures in this world.

He knew that to succeed, he would have to be ruthless. There was no place for mercy in his quest for greatness.

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THE ONE WHO SEEKS POWER

Far to the from the Cities and poeple, a woman appeared in the middle of a mage's tower, greeted by an archmage.

The tower stood alone on a cliff overlooking the sea, isolated from the world.

Unlike others, she was fortunate to have met someone capable of casting the translation spell immediately upon her arrival.

The archmage wasted no time, explaining the dire situation of the world.

Ancient powers, long forgotten, were stirring once again. Chief among them was the Demon Overlord, whose seal was weakening after centuries of being locked away.

The archmage saw great potential in the woman and offered to teach her the ways of magic.

However, the woman was not motivated by heroism. Like Rain, she harbored dark thoughts, more interested in acquiring power than saving the world.

The archmage saw her potential but failed to notice the darkness growing inside her.

Though she was offered a chance to fight for the world's survival, she weighed her options carefully. She would ally with whoever could offer her the most power, even if that meant siding with evil. Her path remained unclear, but her ambitions were dangerously sharp.

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As Day 1 came to a close, the newly arrived grappled with their circumstances. Some found hope and allies, while others faced hostility or indifference.

The diversity of their experiences began shaping their futures, setting them on courses that would either save or doom the world.

In the scattered territories of Goddess Tyriel, potential heroes, villains, and those caught in between started to carve their fates.

Though unaware of each other's presence, they were all connected by the shared destiny that awaited them in this strange, dangerous new world.