Just after the beginning of time, there was a continuous warfare between light and dark, good and evil, Gods and Devils. The war would go for millions of years until finally the Gods defeat the Devils and sealed them outside space and time for eternity.
After this war, called the War Of Everything, 5 Gods were chosen as Lords to govern the Universe. These 5 Lords where assigned different SuperClusters (group of several galaxies) to rule over. Their job was to prevent war between these SuperClusters and rule over their respective group of galaxies. One such group was the Laniakea SuperCluster. Though the Lord of this is SuperCluster doesn't interfere with it's God's or people.This group of galaxies have a special geopolitical system. There are Gods who rule over different planetary systems. In the span of 50 years there is a war between these planetary system, and whichever planetary system wins gets all the resources and can rule the lost planetary system. This war is called, War of Gods.
Among these planetary system, is our Solar System. All planets here is assigned to different Gods.
Ignarion:- Ruled by Pyrathor (God of Fire🔥)
Verdara:- Ruled by Sylva (God of Nature ☘️)
Aqualis:- Ruled by Thalor (God of Water 🌊)
Oneiros:- Ruled by Morvyn (God of Dreams💤)
Areskar:- Ruled by Valdrath (God of weapons 🗡️)
Aegis:- Ruled by Elandor (God of Protection🤞🏻)
Terrakon:- Ruled by Gaelith (God of Ground🪨)
There exist one planet in this solar system called Seraphis which is not assigned to any particular God. And in this planet lives our hero, Kael Starborne.
It's the time of Summer, there are hardly and clouds in this serene blue sky. Ah, what's that?. A guy in orange and yellow t-shirt and shorts is running down the road alongside this green field.
"AAAHHH. What a great start of the day. I have to run in this scorching weather." The boy said."The alarm is so damn useless. It does wakes me up but I tend to turn off and go to deep sleep right way. Ah, it's not even the alarms fault, heck it's not even my fault! Why do I have to attend classes this time of the year. It's too hot. I wonder if the God of fire feels the same 24/7, ahh this makes me feel more hot."
*A mini truck slows down near him
"Hey, Kael!, why are you running in this weather"
"Oh, uncle Tim",while gasping, "I'm late so can you please drop me to school"
*He sits in the truck
"Ah, there's no AC in this truck?"
*A male teacher with glasses explaining Electromagnetic induction
"So rate of change in magnetic flux creates an opposi-"
*Door slams and open
"Good morning sensei" Kael said while trying to catch his breath, "Now I know I'm late and I'm sorry and no I'm not saying this just for the sake and I actually mean it so please allow me to sit" *gasps
"Oh god, you are drenched in sweat. Anyways have a seat. Hey Maria, give him your seat for a minute so that he can dry himself."
*Maria who was seated under a ceiling fan let's Kael sit
"So, now that everybody's here, let me announce something" the teacher said,"The date for GAT, God's Army Test, has been announced"
*The class, which was filled with gossips, turned full silent. There was pin drop silence. Every single student in that room were in awe. Except some students, who became dead serious when they heard that. Among those were our Kael, who is an aspirant of GAT. This exam is a big deal in Seraphis as this exam opens the gate of Heavens. This exam is the only way to get in the Army of Gods, which is the most reputed and respected profession. Those in the Gods army can serve Gods and can even fight alongside Gods in the War of Gods, which happen once every 50 years. This exam takes place worldwide every 5 years and people from all over the world participates in this mega test. As the number of participants are high and the positions in the army are limited, there is cut throat competition among them. This exam tests both strength and intelligence. Our hero Kael has been preparing for this test for past 3 years.
"The exam is will take place 1 month from now" the teacher continued,"The participation form has been issued. I'll distribute it to you all after school. The day you guys have been preparing for so long is in one month. There's not much time left for this exam, this exam can change your life so prepare well."
*School bell rings
*It's 2:30pm, the sun has turned bright red. 10 students, Kael being among them, visits the teacher in the staff room for the form.
"Those who will be participating for this exam will not be coming to school for tomorrow" the teacher said.
"Ah, I'll not have to worry about waking early from tomorrow, sheesh" Kael muttered.
"Instead, you all be visiting mount Terra at 6 o'clock for your physical training" the teacher continued.
"Whaaaat!?" Kael muttered in frustration,"First I have to wake up before 6, and then climb a damn mountain for God's sake!?!"
"You guys have learned all the theory needed and bit of fighting as well." The teacher continued,"But now it's time for the next level, a new teacher will be waiting for you all somewhere in the mountain. He's extremely talented and masters magic, you'll be learning a lot from him. He says he had worked with God's in the past"
*Everyone in the room went silent
"Worked with God's? Do you mean he was in the army of Gods?" Maria, who was also in that room to receive that form, asked.
"You'll have to ask him" the teacher replied,"Anyways, I gave you all the form but listen carefully, you only get 2 attempts in this exam so think carefully again. Ask yourself if you are ready for this exam, if the answer is no then don't fill the form and if the answer is yes then go all in. You all are dismissed"
*Every one leaves the school building.
"Hey Kael, manh I'm so excited. The exam we've been preparing for 3 years is finally here. Even holding this form feels unreal" Maria said
"Ya it sure is" Kael replied nonchalantly, "I'm tired, and all I'm currently thinking about is that trainer we'll be facing tomorrow. He worked with God's, can you imagine it?. Manh, I can't wait for tomorrow"
"Make sure you reach there by time you sloth" Maria replied
"Whom are you calling a sloth, sloths are ugly. I don't hate them but don't call be a sloth!" Kael replied
"Come on, you are so much like sloths. Lethargic and ugly" Maria replied playfully
"Whom did you call ugly???. Seems like someone doesn't have a mirror in their home!" Kael replied
"I have a mirr-"
"Hey, kids. May I have your attention?" a stranger ,probably in his 30's, in the gate of the school premise wearing an oversized white t-shirt asked,"Is the form for GAT being issued?"
"Yes, it is" Kael replied," Don't tell me you are also preparing for GAT"
"Haha, no no I'm not. I was asking this fo-"
"Whatever it is, I answered your question. Now I'll be leaving" Kael said while interrupting the stranger
*Kael then left for his home. At night time, Kael left the window of his room open as it was too hot. He looked outside the window, staring at the stars with his own starry eyes. Trying to comprehend the vastness of the Universe.
"All these stars, each have their own set of Gods. There may be someone in a planet in that distant star going through a similar or entirely different experience than I am. Maybe, I'll have to fight that guy someday to protect my home." Kael thought to himself," But for that to happen, for me to fight for honour and to explore and conquer those distant stars, I, Kael Starborne must clear GAT and reach the HEAVENS"