Premise & Setting:
In a world where humanity's understanding of science and magic has transcended what was once thought possible, a groundbreaking experiment known as the Eclipse Protocol goes awry, unintentionally opening doorways to parallel dimensions. These worlds—each a distinct version of Earth—are bound together not by artifacts, but by an invisible energy field known as the Dimensional Nexus.
The Nexus is a web of energy existing between all realities. Its existence was discovered during the Eclipse Protocol experiment, which sought to unlock limitless energy and map the very fabric of the universe. But the unforeseen rift triggered by the experiment begins to destabilize the Nexus itself, drawing the boundaries between dimensions closer and closer. As these realities merge, the laws of physics, magic, and human consciousness blur, and the effects are felt across the entire multiverse.
The Catalyst:
The Eclipse Protocol was supposed to be a revolutionary project—one designed to tap into infinite sources of energy by unlocking hidden dimensions. Instead, it inadvertently breaches the barrier between these worlds, opening the rift and causing reality to unravel. Now, the rift grows unstable, and with each passing day, the fabric of reality itself begins to tear apart. As dimensions bleed into one another, people start to experience inexplicable phenomena—visions, strange powers, and unexplainable shifts in their very being.
Scientific Discovery:
The experiment's true consequence was the discovery of Quantum Entanglement of Consciousness: a phenomenon linking minds across parallel realities. Certain individuals from different versions of Earth can now communicate telepathically, share memories, or even experience one another's thoughts and emotions. However, this connection comes with a cost. Over time, the link could lead to complete mental fusion—or, worse, irreversible insanity. As the rift deepens, more and more people find themselves plagued by intense mental turmoil, torn between their own identity and the echoing consciousness of others.
The Nexus Grows Stronger:
As the Dimensional Nexus continues to grow, strange occurrences ripple through the multiverse. Cities disappear and reappear, time loops become common, and the fundamental laws of physics shift unpredictably. Some individuals, known as the Aetherbound, develop extraordinary abilities—gifts bestowed upon them by the Nexus. These powers allow them to glimpse other realities and access knowledge and skills from alternate versions of themselves, while others struggle to contain the chaos unfolding around them.
As the rift destabilizes further, the very nature of existence begins to break down, and humanity must confront the question: Can they repair the tear in reality, or is this the beginning of the end?