I woke up to an eerie silence. The air reeked of desolation, and I lay in a grand, ancient temple. But something was off – I was submerged in water, yet I could breathe effortlessly.
As I sat up, the temple's grandeur unfolded before me. Towering pillars, intricate carvings, and a majestic dome above.
But my attention turned inward. My body felt... different. Strength coursed through my veins like never before. A single punch could shatter a planet.
I rose from the bed, and holographic data swirled around me. I focused, and the symbols became clear:
"Occupant Awake. Xaroth Designation: Twelve. Revival Successful."
Memories flooded my mind – fragmented, yet vivid.
I am Zack Joe, the Dragon Monarch of Eden's cultivation world. I came to this virtual reality in hope that I can find the world law god to stop the humans from suppress we demons,beastkins I hope that he would accept me as his subordinate
But now I'm also Xaroth, one of the Twelve.
Flashes of the past assaulted me:
The Creator's voice, shaping me from cosmic dust.
My brethren, the eleven other Xaroths.
The Great Devourers, entities that defied the laws of existence.
The war that ravaged the universe.
I recalled the Eldest Xaroth's leadership, our unyielding resolve.
But also, my own arrogance.
In a moment of rage, I questioned the Creator's motives.
Erebus, the Power Stone Infinity Sentinel, taught me a lesson.
My elder brother begged for mercy, saving me from destruction.
The final battle replayed in my mind:
The Twelve Xaroth Formation, our last hope.
My injury, left behind in this temple on the sunk continent.
The Limbo that followed, a void of nothingness.
And now, revival.
But where are my brethren? What happened after the war?
Determination burned within me.
I must find out.
As I stood, the temple's secrets began to unravel.
A console materialized before me:
"Virtual Reality Interface Online. Welcome, Xaroth."
Here's the status hologram for Xaroth (Zack Joe):
*Holographic Display Activated*
*Name:* Xaroth (Zack Joe)
*Designation:* Twelve, The Lost Xaroth
*Species:* Xaroth (Genetically Engineered Being)
*Current Realm:* Aethoria (Virtual Reality)
Level:Cosmic Entity (tier 5)
*Physical Body:*
- Strength: Planetary+
- Speed: Transcendent
- Agility: Cosmic
- Endurance: Eternal
- Durability: Celestial
*Energy:*
- Xaroth Energy: 90% (Recovering)
- Cultivation Energy: 80% (Stable)
*Abilities:*
- Xaroth Formation (Seal/Unseal)
- Cosmic Awareness
- Transcendent Senses
- Energy Manipulation
- Space-Time Warping
*Skills:*
- Hand-to-Hand Combat (Master)
- Energy Projection (Expert)
- Strategic Planning (Master)
- Leadership (Natural)
*Equipment:*
- Xaroth Crystal (Embedded)
- Virtual Reality Interface (Integrated)
- Eclipse Enterprise Resources (Accessible)
*Affiliations:*
- The Twelve Xaroths(missing)
*Missions:*
- Reconnect with Xaroth Brethren
- Uncover Truth about Great Devourers
- Seek Lee Jax (World Law God)
- Explore Aethoria's Secrets
_AETHORIA SYSTEM ONLINE_
_A holographic display materialized before me._
_SOULS INFUSION COMPLETE_
_PARTICIPANT VERIFICATION SUCCESSFUL_
_WELCOME, PARTICIPANT_
You have been successfully integrated into the world of Aethoria.
_SYSTEM PARAMETERS_
- Time Ratio: 1:1 (Aethoria:Eden)
- Log Out: Accessible via Status Menu
- Inter-Participant Recognition: Star symbol above heads
- Communication: System Communication Tab (Add Friends, Send/Receive Messages/Items)
_COUNTDOWN TO UTOPIA_
5 weeks, 3 days, 6 hours, 30 minutes, 53 seconds...
_SYSTEM MODE_
Exploration Mode Activated
_RECOMMENDED ACTIONS_
1. Explore Surroundings
2. Check Status and Quests
3. Socialize with Fellow Participants
4. Engage with NPCs
5. Join Guilds/Communities
_SYSTEM TIPS_
- Regularly check Status for updates and quests
- NPCs provide valuable information and guidance
- Guilds and Communities offer collaborative opportunities
_PARTICIPANT PROFILE_
- Name: [Not Set]
- Class: Xaroth of freedom
- Level: Cosmic Entity
- Health: 100%
- Mana: 100%
_SYSTEM COMMANDS_
1. Status
2. Map
3. Communication
4. Skills
5. Inventory
I focused on the Map command.
_A 3D map of Aethoria unfolded before me, revealing my location:_
Elyria, the Sunk Continent - Center of the World
I stood at the heart of the ocean, surrounded by ruins.
Suddenly, I sensed a presence.
I turned, alert.
Erebus, the Power Stone Infinity Sentinel, sat on a nearby bed, smiling mockingly.
He was a well-built man with spiky red hair and eyes glowing brightly like supernovas.
His modern, simple attire seemed out of place in this ancient setting.
I, Zack, stood tall, my human form radiating beauty and strength.
My well-defined muscles rippled beneath my skin, a testament to my Xaroth heritage.
Erebus's gaze pierced me.
"You're not here to play, Xaroth," Erebus said. "I'm checking my master's chess piece."
His eyes flashed with amusement.
"Intact, for now."
With a burst of energy, Erebus vanished.
I waited, tense.
Minutes passed.
I burst out of the ocean, sonic boom echoing.
I wrapped a cloaking stellar aura around myself, shielding from satellite detection.
Freedom.
Now, I stood above the ocean's surface, gazing out at the horizon.
I gazed out at the continents, my eyes sorting information like a cosmic sieve.
People across the world felt a shiver, as if someone watched them. Naked and vulnerable.
My vision pierced the veil, gathering data on the present day.
Continents, nations, cities – all unfolded before me like a tapestry.
But then, I encountered zones that blocked my view.
Auras of immense power repelled me, intimidating.
I recoiled, surprised.
According to my body memories, I was the strongest in the world.
Who dared challenge me?
The audacity.
I focused on the blocked zones:
The Divine Realm, the Abyssal Plane, and the Holy Continent.
Xaroth energy emanated from the Holy Continent.
Intrigued, I flew toward it, my stellar aura propelling me.
The world below became a blur as I traversed the skies.
My destination drew near.
The Holy Continent's landscape unfolded:
Tower of Ascension, Celestial Lake, and the Oracle's Peak.
Xaroth energy pulsed stronger.
A presence awaited me.