In ancient times, seven powerful gods ruled the universe. Each god held domain over a unique force, making them mighty and revered. They were:
- **Zephyronax** – Supreme God of winds and cosmic storms
- **Abyssathor** – God of the void and chaos
- **Celestara** – Goddess of fate and the celestial realms
- **Inferrax** – God of fire and rebirth
- **Ecliptira** – Goddess of eclipses and balance between light and dark
- **Luxarion** – God of light, wisdom, and insight
- **Elysiana** – Goddess of peace and eternal rest
Each god had a sacred temple on Earth, making seven temples in total, each in a different place. These temples symbolized their presence and power on Earth, and each god held unique, unmatched abilities. The temples became important places for humanity, destinations of pilgrimage where people traveled across continents to offer prayers and seek blessings. Each temple held relics and artifacts tied to the god's power, surrounded by myths that told of divine feats and wonders.
But among the seven, **Inferrax** was the most powerful. His strength surpassed that of the others, filling him with the ambition to rule the universe alone. His domain, the flame of rebirth, was both a force of creation and destruction. Inferrax saw himself as the driving force of life's endless cycle—birth, death, and renewal. As he watched the universe grow, he became convinced that his power alone could shape it into perfection. Over time, this desire for control grew into a hunger for absolute rule. He believed that under his guidance, the universe would reach its full potential, his flames refining it into something greater.
The other six gods, however, saw Inferrax's growing ambition with alarm. They knew that his vision for order would come at a terrible cost. Inferrax's desire for domination threatened the cosmic balance, and his rule would likely consume the universe in flames and chaos. Together, the six gods made the painful decision to stop him before he could carry out his plan.
Their decision required great sacrifice, as Inferrax's strength was immense. To confront him, they combined their powers, creating a bond between them strong enough to counter the flames of rebirth. They prepared for a battle that would push them all to their limits. In a dramatic clash witnessed by all of humankind, the gods fought across the heavens and the earth. Storms erupted from the force of their might, and great flashes of light streaked across the sky. Mountains trembled, oceans rose, and shadows swept across the land as the powers of light, dark, wisdom, fate, chaos, and peace joined to challenge Inferrax's power.
The battle was fierce and seemed endless, each side wielding forces beyond mortal comprehension. At last, through their combined strength, the six gods managed to overpower Inferrax and seal him away. His flames were bound in an unbreakable seal, hidden deep within the fabric of the universe, where he would be unable to escape or grow stronger. Humankind witnessed the aftermath of this battle, feeling the echoes of power in the air, and for a time, they believed the gods had restored peace.
But before being sealed, Inferrax cast a final curse upon humanity:
"From this moment on, every human child will be born with a special eye holding unique powers. This eye will also give them the power not to age and die from old age."
Though Inferrax called it a curse, humankind saw it as a blessing, something to be celebrated. But they were only beginning to uncover what this so-called blessing truly meant—and the trials that awaited them.
(To Be Continued…)