The Stage
The main stage, a reflection of the beginning of all creation.
Though Vin Crimson had risen from his dark past, he remains caught in a cycle known as "Destiny."
An end without boundaries, a beginning without meaning. Departures and returns, written and spoken.
An end that is beautiful or grim, a beginning that is sad or happy. No one knows who wrote this, all that exists is their presence in something that binds them to one thing.
The Stage of Destiny, a script that is beautiful yet empty.
Roles and characters, a perfect image of the creator.
Vin: "(I believe.)" (A voice in his heart)
The night passed, and the day Vin had been waiting for arrived. A beautiful morning, the sign of a new hope beginning.
Vin and Renz, now both 17 years old, walked to a place where they stood on equal ground. The Dilveria Academy, the academy where they sought the best of the best.
Vin: "Renz, I'm sure we'll walk through this together." (Casually glancing across the river)
Renz: "No matter what happens, we'll get through it together." (Serious tone, looking across the river)
Their friendship, as strong as steel ropes, unbreakable. Like a grand castle, strong and steadfast.
Vin's heart, full of ambition that could never be extinguished, drove him mad with a single desire: power and strength.
Renz, with a heart full of curiosity and a constant desire to try new things, became strong in many areas, not just as a protector.
The Dilveria Academy, a place that forged heroes, creating and molding them to one day produce the strongest champions.
Devoria, the city where Dilveria Academy is located, a city full of magic. Beautiful and grand houses, merchants and adventurers passing through, made the city the center of the continent Argo.
Argo, the northernmost continent of Dyron, the largest continent in the world, home to several races besides humans. Humans, Elf, and Vyrans lived together, yet in different areas.
The Human race, the most adaptable to all things. They reside in the center of the Argo continent, nestled between the Elves and the Vyrans. The strongest race among humans is led by King Dyren Dalfarius Handolf.
The Elf race, a native race focused on magic and intellectual power. They reside in the eastern part of the Argo continent, surrounded by dense forests full of beautiful magic. The strongest among the Elf is the Valiky Elf race, led by Firdon Oakel.
The Vyran race, a collection of various beings full of unique traits. Half-animal, a blend of many things. They live in the western part of the Argo continent, in a land filled with towering cliffs, focusing on physical strength. One of the strongest races among the Vyrans is the Dragonic race, led by Wildy Desmon.
Although they lived together, there was one rule made by their ancestors: they could not fight each other, for the sake of peace that had been maintained for thousands of years.
Yet, civil wars still occurred, all in the name of finding who the strongest truly is.
Renz: "Do you know, Vin, why I want to enter that academy?" (Excited tone)
Vin: "Looking for something new?" (Slightly confused)
Renz: "Exactly, I want to find something new, and who knows, it might be something cool, haha." (Chuckles)
Vin looked at Renz, seeing that his eyes were full of curiosity, as if searching for something.
Vin: "I want to protect my family, that's why I want to be strong." (Looking at Renz)
Renz: "We're the same. This journey has to be our beginning to become strong." (Turning to Vin with a faint smile)
Vin and Renz locked eyes, understanding each other's ambitions.
They left together, gathering their equipment. Vin with his Obsidian sword, Renz with his Iron Shield. They prepared to leave, but before they did, they said their goodbyes to their families.
Vin: "Mom, I'm leaving. Please take care and guide Lisa." (With a faint smile)
Diana: "Be careful on your journey, Vin. I'll support you and protect your sister." (Warm smile)
Lisa: "I hope you can become strong, and wait for me next year, okay?" (Hugging Vin softly)
They embraced, marking their farewell.
Not long after, Vin, Lisa, and Diana stepped outside the front door, where they saw Ryan stopping by with Renz. They met in the front yard.
Ryan approached Vin and gave him encouragement for his departure.
Ryan: "Stay strong, Vin." (Patting Vin's shoulder)
They all enjoyed their final moments together before Vin and Renz set off. Ryan, Diana, and Lisa watched as Vin and Renz walked across the river together.
The starting point of their development in life, Vin and Renz embarked on a journey that would change their lives forever.