(A/N: This is not a chapter, it's just for you to grasp the world concept without any spoilers)
(Note: Lords=Gods)
Grave Gardens
Grave Gardens are sacred, mystical sites where the blood of dead Lords soaked into the earth, causing the growth of unique and powerful flowers. These flowers are the foundation of the world's magical system. These gardens are controlled by powerful families called gardeners. These sites are often sites of intense political and supernatural conflict.
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Lord's Bloom
The Lord's Bloom is a mystical flower that grows from the blood of the fallen Lords of the previous war with the demons. These flowers are the source of power for the humans who inherit them. Those with a Lord's Bloom are granted supernatural abilities, which vary depending on the strength and type of flower. Most people's abilities are linked to the elements, enhancements, or even unique skill sets that give them an edge in battle or daily life.
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Beast Crystals
Beast Crystals are the physical remains of creatures slain in battle. These creatures, supernatural beasts of unknown origin from other planets that comes to Earth during portal breaks just for one reason— to cause wreckage.
Beast Crystals hold immense magical energy and are consumed by those seeking to increase their power, allowing them to ascend to higher tiers. The crystals come in varying sizes and qualities, with the larger and more powerful crystals granting higher levels of power. However, the more one consumes, the greater the risk of corruption and power instability.
Additionally, Beast Crystals have numerous practical uses in the world. They can be processed and crafted into armors and weapons, imbuing them with magical properties that increase their strength and durability. Potions can also be made by extracting the essence of these crystals, granting temporary boosts to a person's abilities, healing powers, or even enhancing their magical affinity. Because of their wide range of uses, Beast Crystals are highly coveted and are central to the world's economy and military strength.
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Tier System
The Tier System measures the strength of an individual's abilities. There are eight tiers in total, with each level representing a significant increase in magical strength and control over one's powers. The journey from one tier to the next is both difficult and dangerous, as it often involves consuming more Beast Crystals and facing the challenges associated with the powers gained.
Beasts also has eight tiers, but the strength level is not the same as humans.
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The Lords and Demons
The Lords were once incredibly powerful beings who ruled over the world with vast magical abilities. Their role was to maintain balance, but they ultimately waged war against the Demons, who were their enemies. Both sides perished in the war, but the Lords blood seeped into the world, becoming the source of the magic that defines the world today. The remnants of the Lords' power still linger in the form of the flowers and their influence over the world's inhabitants.
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Ascension
Ascension refers to the process of progressing through the Tier System by consuming Beast Crystals and mastering one's magical abilities. Those who reach higher tiers are often seen as powerful figures, capable of reshaping the world. However, Ascension is fraught with danger, as the greater the power, the more the risk of losing one's mind.
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Factions and Families
The world is divided into various factions and families, each of which controls different aspects of the magical and political landscape. The three most powerful factions and the government control the largest Grave Gardens, where they harvest the most potent flowers. The other factions are under one of the top four factions.
The factions often vie for control, using both political means and supernatural abilities to maintain dominance. The factions also operate on a system of alliances and rivalries, with the top four families holding the greatest power over the Grave Gardens and the world's resources.
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The Rebellion
The Rebellion is a group of individuals who resist the control of the powerful families and the current societal structure. They believe in equality and freedom for those without supernatural abilities or those oppressed by the elite families. The Rebellion often operates from the shadows, gathering information, sabotaging key targets, and attempting to destabilize the oppressive regime that the top factions maintain.
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Supernatural Abilities
Supernatural abilities are the gifts granted by the Lord's Blooms. These abilities can range from elemental control, enhanced physical strength, speed, and intelligence, to more complex powers such as time manipulation, illusion creation, and telekinesis. The abilities differ based on the type of flower and the individual's affinity with the power, and as such, they are unique to each person. However, there is a constant struggle for balance, as the use of these powers comes with a toll on the user's physical and mental well-being.