A massive rift tore open in the Abyss, revealing the vast expanse of the Celestial Dominion. Bright golden skies stretched endlessly, with floating citadels shining like beacons of divine power. Towering palaces, built from pure celestial stone, hovered above a realm filled with divine energy.
The home of the so-called gods.
Xuian stood at the edge of the abyssal throne room, gazing at the world that would soon be his.
His system flickered.
[Target Dimension: Celestial Dominion]
[Threat Level: High]
[Primary Opponents: Divine Order's Supreme Beings]
[Recommended Strategy: Abyssal Infiltration & Rapid Conquest]
Xuian smirked. "High threat level? That just makes it more interesting."
Arvok cracked his knuckles. "So, what's the plan? We going in all-out or taking a more subtle approach?"
Liriel folded her arms, her celestial aura flickering. "A direct invasion would be risky. The Celestial Dominion is known for its defensive formations. Even with the Abyssal Legions, brute force won't be enough."
Xuian nodded, his mind working through the possibilities. "We weaken them from within first."
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The Strategy for Conquest
Xuian turned to his assembled Abyssal Lords. "Before we launch a full-scale invasion, we need to dismantle their internal defenses. That means three key objectives."
He raised his hand, conjuring a projection of the Celestial Dominion. Three golden fortresses pulsed with power.
"First, we take out their supply chains. The Divine Order relies on sacred energy harvested from celestial wells. If we corrupt them with abyssal energy, we can disrupt their power flow."
Lysara's shadowy form shifted. "That's my specialty. I'll infiltrate their wells and poison their energy reserves."
Xuian nodded. "Second, we eliminate their commanders. Without leadership, their forces will crumble."
Arvok grinned. "I call dibs on that."
Xuian smirked. "Good. But the third objective is the most important—we need to shatter their Divine Core. It's the heart of their dimension, and without it, the entire realm collapses."
Karthos raised an eyebrow. "And I assume you're handling that?"
Xuian's eyes gleamed. "Of course. I'm taking their throne for myself."
The Abyssal Lords bowed, their power flaring in acknowledgment.
The invasion had begun.
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Infiltrating the Divine Order
The first phase of the plan required absolute stealth.
Lysara led a small force of elite abyssal assassins, slipping through the dimensional rift under the cover of darkness. Using her shadow manipulation, she infiltrated the first celestial well, her chains wrapping around its core.
The moment abyssal corruption seeped into the energy source, the well shattered, sending waves of instability across the Dominion.
Xuian's system flickered.
[Celestial Wells Corrupted: 1/3]
Meanwhile, Arvok led a brutal assault on a divine outpost, slaughtering several high-ranking commanders. His greatsword, burning with abyssal fire, cleaved through celestial warriors like paper.
By the time the Divine Order realized what was happening, it was already too late.
Xuian smirked as his system updated.
[Divine Commanders Eliminated: 3/5]
"Almost there."
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The Beginning of the End
The Celestial Dominion trembled, its golden light beginning to dim.
From their highest citadel, the Supreme Beings of the Divine Order finally took action.
A blinding pillar of holy light erupted from their capital, and a voice filled the entire realm.
"The Abyss has invaded our sacred lands. All forces, prepare for war!"
Xuian chuckled. "Now we're getting to the fun part."
He turned to his legions, abyssal energy swirling around him.
"Advance. Destroy everything in your path."
As the Abyssal Legions surged forward, the war between the Abyss and the Celestial Dominion had truly begun.
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End of Chapter 49