Galactus Heralds

In the chaotic realm of Kyyrin, where draconic deities spiral in a deadly dance of death and rebirth, driven by the whims of worship, stands the cunning draconic demon goddess Yuuna. Bound by an ancient cycle, these gods continually perish and are reborn, stripped of memories, doomed to a fleeting existence. But Yuuna harbors a dark secret—her heart is the key to breaking this eternal chain. Desperate for salvation, the divine beings unite with a sinister intent: to kill Yuuna and seize her heart. Enter Xyenn, a 19-year-old with nothing but contempt for gods and a thirst for revenge. Yuuna, ever the strategist, binds this unlikely hero to her cause, sharing her formidable powers with him through a binding contract. Together, they dive into a maelstrom of divine conspiracies and battles. But amidst the chaos and battles, could there emerge an unexpected bond, perhaps love? Or does their alliance simply herald more destruction and sorrow in this god-forsaken world? Only time will tell in this high-stakes game of gods and hearts.

In the realm of super-hit masterpieces, one glance is all it takes to realize you can't afford to miss out! The adorable little one hangs on the brink of peril, in desperate need of treatment. But fear not, for the seal is about to be broken, heralding the return of the sovereign! Once more, the divine healer of the primordial age emerges. With the unveiling, the golden needles shall traverse the realms, as the sovereign returns, carrying the adorable little one. Together, they shall defy the laughter of a myriad worlds! And there's more to the tale! The stunningly aloof mother, who also happens to be a formidable CEO, joins the fray and becomes a part of their journey!

*Prologue* As sunset painted the horizon, the family of four embarked on their journey, excitement radiating from the car. Twin sisters Emma and Emily chattered in the backseat, their contrasting personalities shining through. Emma, the introverted twin, was selective with her words, only opening up around family, while Emily bubbled with enthusiasm. Jack turned to engage the girls, oblivious to the speeding car ahead. Tragedy struck without warning. Screeching tires, shattered glass, and chaos engulfed them. The car crashed, sending Emma flying out of the vehicle. When dust settled, Jack and Sarah lay motionless, their lives slipping away. Emily, dazed and terrified, frantically searched for Emma, but she vanished. Unbeknownst to Emily, Emma's fate took a mysterious turn. A bystander, witness to the accident, rushed to her aid, whisking her away to an uncertain destiny. Was Emma truly saved, or did her rescue herald a new era of challenges? *Eight Years Later* Emily thrived in a world of privilege, surrounded by loving adoptive parents. She blossomed into a confident, outgoing young woman, encircled by close friends. Yet, the ache of losing her twin lingered, fueling her relentless quest to reunite. But how could she find someone existing beyond her realm? Meanwhile, Emma's life veered drastically. In a futuristic metropolis, advanced technology and alternate dimensions converged. Under a scientist's guidance, Emma navigated wonders and hardships, forging an unrecognizable identity.

In a world where the stars themselves bestow power, the heavens have been shattered. Once whole and luminous, the celestial canopy now hangs broken, its pieces scattered across the mortal realm. The constellations—embodiments of strength, wisdom, and magic—lie in fragments, their power unleashed to the world below. What was meant to guide and protect now threatens to tear the world apart. The calamity was the work of Orion the Skybreaker, a celestial turned rogue. In his hunger for ultimate power, Orion shattered the heavens, breaking their ancient order. Fragments rained upon the mortal plane, granting unimaginable abilities to those who found them. But the power is wild and dangerous, corrupting those unworthy of wielding it. As chaos spreads and factions rise to claim the fallen stars, the celestial council is left weakened, unable to restore the shattered sky. Their only hope lies in a mortal: a young, unremarkable man named Kael. Born in a quiet, forgotten village, Kael's life changes forever when a fragment of the constellation Lyra chooses him. But unlike the fragments of strength or fire, Lyra’s power is subtle—a gift of harmony and resonance, easily dismissed as weak by those seeking dominance. Despite this, Kael’s courage and resolve catch the attention of Astraea, one of the last remaining celestials, who entrusts him with a sacred mission: to reclaim the fragments, rebuild the constellations, and repair the shattered sky. The task is anything but simple. Kael must navigate a world where greed and ambition have turned mortals into monsters. He faces the Skybreakers, those who shatter constellations to absorb their fractured powers, and the Void Cult, an apocalyptic sect that believes the destruction of the heavens heralds the return of an ancient, chaotic force. Even within the ranks of the Guardians—those sworn to protect the constellations—alliances are fragile, and trust is a scarce commodity. As Kael journeys across a world transformed by celestial fragments, he discovers that his role as Herald of the Celestials is not just about restoring balance. Each constellation holds secrets about the creation of the heavens, the nature of power, and the mysterious prophecy surrounding the return of the Void. Along the way, Kael must master his seemingly humble fragment, forging it into a power capable of standing against the Skybreakers and their dark ambitions. But Kael’s path is fraught with sacrifice. To mend the heavens, he must face the truth about the constellations’ origins, Orion’s betrayal, and the terrible cost of repairing what has been broken. As he pieces together the celestial tapestry, Kael learns that some stars burn too brightly, and some wounds may never heal. Will Kael have the strength to reunite the stars and stop the Void’s return? Or will he be consumed by the very power he seeks to restore? The journey to heal the shattered sky begins here—a tale of courage, betrayal, and the boundless hope that lies within even the smallest spark of light. The Shattered Sky: Herald of the Celestials is an epic fantasy of cosmic proportions, filled with breathtaking battles, intricate power struggles, and a protagonist whose growth inspires as much as it astounds. Prepare to witness the rebirth of the heavens, one fragment at a time.

In a world teetering on the brink of annihilation, an ancient legend resurfaces—once a hero, twice a villain, now something far more dangerous. The Necrotic Magic Swordsman, a master of both blade and forbidden magic, returns for the third time, wielding the power of death and shadows. But this time, he carries not only the weight of his past betrayals but also the key to the world's salvation—or its ultimate destruction. Cursed by fate, hunted by those who once called him friend, and revered by the damned, he walks a path of vengeance and redemption. As rival kingdoms crumble and ancient forces awaken, the Necrotic Magic Swordsman must confront his greatest challenge yet: himself. In a world where alliances are fragile, and trust is a luxury, will his third return bring hope or herald the final chapter of a dying realm? The line between hero and monster blurs as destiny calls him one last time.

Waking up inside the ruins of an orphanage, Alexander finds himself chained and sold to slavery. A modern metallurgist, trapped in ancient times, watch as he tries to play with the cards fate dealt him. He will make plate armor, invent paper, build roads, teach governance and many more, as he tries to carve a place for himself. But how can such things not attract jealous eyes? The naval superpower- Cantagena, The unstoppable army of- Exolas, The superpower of the east- Adhania, The mercantile confederation- Sybarsis, The religious fanatics- Iyizarid, And the ever-present- Barbarians of the Barren Forrest, All want something from each other. In this ocean of sharks, follow a small carp as it struggles to leap through the dragon gate and establish a dynasty to outlast them all. The cover is not mine. If you are the owner of this cover, comment and I will remove it.

Frosthold’s history is marked by its storied battles with the Obsidian Empire, always emerging victorious against overwhelming odds. However, as the 17th birthday of Prince Jovian arrives, it heralds the start of a devastating conflict that puts Frosthold’s legendary defenses to the ultimate test. As the empire’s forces breach the kingdom’s defenses, Jovian and his sister Selene are forced to flee their crumbling home. Navigating through a hostile world, they must not only survive but also forge a path to reclaim their kingdom and restore its lost glory.

Prince Alexander Herald von Triesenberg was the fourth prince of the Empire of Triesenberg who was banished from the Empire of Triesenberg for the crime that he didn’t commit. On their way to the island where he would be banished, a powerful storm swept through and sank the ship. Alexander drowned and at the moment, he thought he died from drowning. However, when he opened his eyes, he found himself lying on the shore of a sandy beach and a floating interface before his eyes.

"To ascend unto the pantheon, one must claim the visage of a deity who yet lingers upon this earth." As the doom of Avaricia's continent looms with the inexorable tread of a nocturnal specter, a youth of divine lineage, heretofore lamenting a life of sorrow, rises to the challenge of destiny's call. This lad, a demi-god among mortals, amasses an assembly of his ilk, each burdened with a spark of the celestial within their earthly frames. They embark upon a quest most perilous, a final stand against the encroaching shadows that threaten to engulf the four realms of existence. Guided by an audacious scheme, fraught with the very essence of impossibility, they aim to safeguard not only the present, but to ensure a continuance of days to come. Their intent, as daring as it is profane, is to usurp the thrones of those gods who have forsaken their dominion. Yet, such endeavors are not lightly undertaken. For to wrest the scepter from the grip of an immortal sovereignty is a feat that would daunt the stoutest of hearts. "If the Pantheon has turned a blind eye to the realms," the young hero declares with the fiery conviction of one who has glimpsed the abyss, "then perhaps 'tis time for a new order to assume their mantle." Away with the ancients, and hail the new! The nascent deities of Avaricia shall rise, a pantheon reborn in the crucible of fate. The very fabric of the cosmos trembles at their approach. These... 'New Gods of Avaricia'... shall they be heralded as saviors, or condemned as usurpers? Only the inscrutable dance of destiny shall reveal the truth beneath the veil of night.

In the year 2099, humanity stood on the precipice of a new frontier a shimmering threshold that bridged reality and imagination. The dawn of virtual existence was heralded by the rise of “Arcane Crusade,” a game so advanced it blurred the lines between flesh and code, creating an immersive world where dreams could be lived. until the old gods saw this artificial reality to be humanities downfall and a insult to their authority, with their own personal reason the old gods, they made the famous virtual game Real, and synchronized those who were connected toward their game Avatar , thus facing real consequences, rather than just entertaining themselves.

"A man can be Destroyed but not Defeated, I laugh in the face of Danger" To stop at nothing in his pursuit of power and vengeance of his past life, or to lead the struggling humans in the battle against the threat of extinction and herald them into an era of true prosperity. Follow Jui Tian on his journey as the two worlds of past and present collide, exploring the mysteries of the universe, and discovering something much bigger than himself. --Please your reviews are warmly accepted... thank you.

Alurik was a prince of the Kray Empire, when passing the test for magic, it turns out that he has no talent for magic. By the decision of the Emperor, the prince was abdicated from the throne and expelled from the Cray Empire to the academy in the direction of the swordsman. But when passing a simple test of his sword talent, a dormant talent emerges. Which will change his life and the world.

Imagine a world where the laws of physics no longer apply. A world where dimensions blur and reality bends. The Celestial's arrival heralds the merge of three universes, forcing humanity to confront its mortality and the existence of godlike beings. Will humanity survive the transition, or will it succumb to the unknown?

Sorcery: the art of manipulating the elements of the world to produce unnatural effects such as splitting the sea and overturning mountains. After 5000 years of wars against alien races such as Gods, Demons, Cosmic Beasts, and so on, Sorcerers have been able to carve all but a tiny spot in the universe. However, their survival is not all but certain. In the Sorcerer World, August, a 20-year-old man from Earth reincarnates in the body of a rogue Apprentice Sorcerer with a system that grants him the ability to extract 4 different innate affinities. Will he be able to herald the golden age of Sorcerers?

Breasts are NOT supposed to spontaneously grow for no reason. Women's personalities do NOT flip on their heads without warning. These are two things Tsunade believes wholeheartedly. Until Hinata's embarrassingly large girls begin to expand even bigger than before. Heralding her devolution from a sweet and innocent young lady into a foul-mouthed slut with tits like weather balloons. Tsunade intends to find out why.

In the world of Tenria, Five hundred years ago, the *First Awakening* unleashed chaos upon the world. A mysterious phenomenon awakened ancient bloodlines, granting a chosen few the power to tame and control beasts. From these few arose the *First Generation of Beast Tamers*, who waged a desperate war to seal the invading entities that sought to enslave the world. Their victory came at a terrible cost, leaving their powers and legacies buried beneath centuries of peace. Now, the world is undergoing a *Second Awakening*. Vast cracks split the sky, and portals to unknown realms spill forth creatures both wondrous and horrifying. Myriad races arrive, some seeking alliances, others bearing malevolent intentions. Among them, ancient beings and dark gods long imprisoned stir, their hunger for dominion renewed. Yet, behind it all, an enigmatic entity watches from the void, orchestrating the chaos to herald an invasion by a force more terrifying than anything the world has faced. Erythion, a young scavenger from the desolate Wyrmwood Plains, awakens the *Beast Sovereign System* after a near-fatal encounter with one of the new invaders. The system bestows upon him the power to tame and evolve beasts, but its cryptic messages hint at a far greater destiny: to ascend as the Sovereign of Infinite Beast, the one who can command the primordial beasts of creation. Yet, his journey is far from simple. As Erythion grapples with his newfound power, he uncovers fragments of the First Awakening's hidden history. The First Generation of Beast Tamers left behind more than just stories—they locked away secrets that could determine the fate of the world. But the awakening of dark gods and the growing influence of the shadowy entity threaten to plunge the world into eternal darkness. Erythion must navigate a fractured world filled with warring races, awakened ancient powers, and moral dilemmas. As allies and enemies emerge, and the lines between good and evil blur, he must decide: will he rise as a savior, uniting the world’s forces against the encroaching darkness, or will he succumb to the temptations of absolute power? In a world where beasts rule and gods awaken, the stage is set for a battle that will shape the destiny of all existence mystical creatures and infinite realms of magic.

Power. Power was taken not given. That was common sense. If you wanted power, you took it from those who had it. Until someone takes it from you. Samuel Degray found that out the hard way. Fighting his way to a top spot in the world of magic and technology. He got comfortable, lax, complacent. Lazy. Until of course, life gave him a hard kick in the ass. Taking his magic, forcing him to start anew. From the bottom. The scrapheap. Well, he didn't get to his comfortable position of power easily. He'll show them. He'll show the world, what he is capable of. He'll show them all.

O Aleystria, god of hatred and destruction, your awakening shall herald the final twilight. Remember well who you are, who you once were, but above all, beware of who you shall become. -Long story -Crazy fight -OP MC -Mystery -Adventure -Romance -Isekai (with a special twist that you'll discover) Vol 1 physical version on amazon if you're french. Chapter 36 : Aley first awakening Big turning point and interesting stuff start at chapter 60 "The cold embrace of death awaits me, but I refuse it, I will not die." "- Access granted: 365 days remaining before the annihilation of all life, as initiated by Project Aleystria." Aley dies in a mysterious, almost tragic drowning. When he wakes up, he finds himself in another world—a place of swords and magic. At first, he imagines it will be like one of the fantasy stories he once devoured, but he never anticipated that this new realm would reveal more about him than his original world ever did. Aley will confront his true past, of which he was completely unaware. Note due to recent Webnovel policies: Hello to all readers, I am a french novelist, I used a translating ai to translate my novel, since it manages to keep the original meaning of my words. If there are some errors, I will fix them as soon as I see them. This story is mine and entirely original, therefore, do not attempt to copy or steal. The AI was used purely for translation when needed, the rest of the novel is translated by me. Published On : Webnovel, Scribble Hub, Royal Road

"Not the hero the world hoped for, but the villain it never saw coming." Humanity is at war with the Dowolf Beasts, a relentless race that nearly wiped out civilization. Two years ago, ominous signs heralded their return: Dowolf portals reappeared, and warships emerged from the depths of space. Once more, the Dowolves have come to claim what remains of the world. The long war has twisted human society, driving people to pursue power at any cost. Greed and fear have turned even the innocent into ruthless power hunters, willing to destroy anyone who stands in their way. Kaiza, a young man born into this broken world, knows the cost of this struggle all too well—his parents were slain by these very hunters. Fleeing from their clutches, Kaiza stumbles upon an underground cave, its entrance mysteriously unlocked by a drop of his blood. Inside, he finds himself drawn into a strange game-like dimension, faced with a series of deadly puzzles. Solving them offers unimaginable power, but with a grave warning: failure means death, and refusing to play is not an option. Driven by grief and a thirst for vengeance, Kaiza is willing to risk everything. With each puzzle he conquers, he inches closer to avenging his parents and uncovering the truth behind his destiny. But in a world where power corrupts, Kaiza must decide: Will he become a hero—or succumb to the darkness within?

Lu Jiangxian died after staying up late one night. Yet, he finds his soul trapped in a fractured, bluish-gray bronze mirror. He falls into a boundless world of immortal cultivation and finds himself in the perilous landscape of Mount Dali. There, a small family from a small village by Meiche River picked the mirror up and is bestowed with the ancient teachings of the immortal ways, heralding the dawn of a splendid new era. ************ Mirror Legacy Is Not Written By Me I Just Wanted It To Upload It To This Platform

'The prophecy of The Great Bloom has echoed through history for generations, offering a glimmer of hope in a world oppressed by the terrifying Primordials. It foretells that one day, under the leadership of the Heralder—the only human ever born with an SSS-rank bloodline—humanity will finally reclaim its place atop the food chain. The Primordials, ancient, deadly beings of unimaginable power that have ruled with fear and might, will be eradicated once and for all. But humanity has always been its own worst enemy. Driven by greed, envy, and treachery, they turned on their only saviour. The Heralder was betrayed, and the dream of The Great Bloom was all but snuffed out…' _____ That was the last part I managed to read before a freak accident electrocuted me to death. One minute, I was devouring the thrilling pages of a fantasy novel; the next, I was dead. When I opened my eyes again, I wasn’t in a hospital or the afterlife—I was inside the world of the novel I had been reading. I originally thought I was just a side character in this novel's world. After all, I wasn't the Heralder, the supposed saviour destined to lead humanity against the Primordials. No, I was just someone on the sidelines, a spectator to the chaos that was bound to unfold. But everything changed the day I awakened my bloodline. It wasn't some average C-rank or B-rank power—I had awakened an SSS-grade bloodline, a rarity beyond belief. The very kind the Heralder was supposed to have! Now, instead of playing the background, I had to hide this dangerous secret from the world. If anyone found out... it would spell disaster. The forces conspiring against the Heralder would come after me next. I have to stay under the radar, but at the same time, I know what’s coming. I know the fate that awaits this world. I have to act. But how does one secretly save the world when they're marked for death the moment they reveal their true power?

Aurelia, a land divided into five empires—Carthage, Sunaria, Winteris, Skotos, and Verdantia—is oppressed with tension and history. Once ravaged by wolves, the land endured a devastating conflict known as the Great War, resulting in the defeat of the wolf threat and a fragile peace. In the aftermath, the five empires were established, each with its own sovereign ruler. The laws were overseen by the Council, ensuring the establishment and preservation of unity. However, lingering fear and superstition cloaked the land, particularly regarding Erythro – a Greek word meaning RED. The color that associated with curses and dark magic. According to an ancient prophecy, the appearance of a red-hooded girl heralds impending catastrophe and the rise of the Wolf King, the sworn enemy of humanity. This belief has instilled paranoia and mistrust among the people of the land, leading to the execution of individuals suspected of witchcraft. In Carthage, one of the empires, resides a girl adorned in a crimson robe—a figure of intrigue and suspicion. As rumors spread of her alleged connection to the Wolf King, the inhabitants of Carthage view her with suspicion and fear. Is she truly a witch conspiring with their enemies, or is she merely a pawn in a larger, more sinister game? The mystery surrounding the red-cloaked girl deepens as the empire wrestles with questions of power, loyalty, and the true nature of evil.

In a realm where nightfall heralds a war with vampires, hunters are the guardians. One such teenage hunter awakens to a startling change: fangs protruding from his gums, a thirst for blood surging within him. He has become the very entity he hunted with fervor. To his bewilderment, the lethal touch of silver fails to end his life. Torn between his humanity and the nascent vampire within, he grapples with his innate sense of duty, his relentless pursuit for justice, and his ingrained loathing for vampires. Yet, the vampire within whispers of enhanced senses, formidable strength, and a seductive lust for blood. Driven by an unquenchable thirst to uncover his true identity, he embarks on a perilous odyssey of self-discovery, teetering on the precipice that divides human from vampire. Can he reconcile these warring essences, or will they engulf him in the very shadows he once vanquished?

The ozone layer of the earth finally shattered. However, instead of damaging radiation, what reached Earth was energy. The COSMIC ENERGY; is the base of a transcendent. It gave human power, but power heralds the fall of order. It gave animals, plants, and some non-living objects, power, sentience, and intelligence, which was the genesis of the supremacy battle on Earth. Who is the king race on earth? Things got worse when an outer-space alien race; the Azura race, entered Earth. The already weak order broke down! However, they suddenly left after conquering some places. ——— A millennium has passed since the arrival of Cosmic energy, and humans entered an age of peace and tranquility. However, was their peace? Blake Shaun, who was framed and locked up before the ozone shattered, woke up from a strange hibernation. He found out that the earth he once knew was gone. The people he knew were either dust or wielding power to make cities quake. Humans could fly. Animals were now intelligent beasts. The same place, different feeling; that was what he felt. Things got worse when he woke up with a system and the remnant soul of a demon goddess, trying to possess him. He was not controlling the system! The stronger the demoness, the faster he losses his body. He couldn't even commit suicide! He had only 10% control of the system. He had to control the system for his survival! Things get worse when he finds out that his former enemies from the prison were alive. They hibernated but woke up early. They were very powerful and were about to stir sky-rending chaos. The chaos that will turn the dominions upside down. The worst thing is that his late awakening made him weak. To survive, he has to level up. Level up real quick!

In the year 1038, known as the Year of the Gushing Springs, the mighty Titan, Ranasis, stole the artifact of the Arctic god, Uluthio—the enchanting Ice and Snow Necklace. Consequently, the vast glaciers dominating the north began to recede. The lands of Nafiel, Vasa, and Damara became increasingly habitable, heralding the commencement of a grand migration. In the same year, powerful legends received cryptic messages from the future. Though the incomplete magic only conveyed fleeting whispers, the people sensed that a formidable magical empire was emerging in the northern realms. Driven by motives of power, sorcery, riches, and justice, the strong began their journey northward. Yet, all of this seemed inconsequential to Lynn. The newly arrived traveler merely sought a better life, unconcerned with the missteps of deities or the grand maneuvers of legendary figures. However, on occasion, as he gazed upon the chaotic and backward state of Faerûn, he could not help but ponder: perhaps it was time to bestow a new order upon this world?

*Currently rewriting the start as I continue uploading chapters.* An average high schooler, Miko finds himself summoned to a kingdom from another world, heralded as some kind of savior, and given a system to grow his strength. A system with a dark truth behind it- [Kill! You kill!] -he can only get stronger by killing. As the entire fate of this new world, of all realities, hangs in the balance, Miko must be ready to sacrifice everything to stop the demon lord. Not just himself, his friends, but his humanity itself.

As the apocalypse descends, the world is in chaos. Zhou Lin is reborn three days before the disaster strikes, gaining the ability of "Symbiosis." After careful consideration, he boards a flight to an island nation. Two days later, the world is shocked: the largest and most advanced nuclear-powered aircraft carrier of the Beautiful Country disappears without a trace after refueling at the island nation's port! This incident prompts the Beautiful Country, the island nation, Summer Country, and Hair Country to enter a state of high alert. However, just twenty-four hours later, the island nation's Mount Fuji and the Beautiful Country's Yellowstone volcano simultaneously erupt, heralding the arrival of the apocalypse...

A Civil engineer, Antonio Lombardi, wakes up after a car accident in ancient Europe and helps the Scirians, one of the countless Germanic tribes, to regain their greatness. The Roman Empire had collapsed and unrest, religious tensions and the migration of many Germanic tribes to the Western Roman Empire heralded the era of the great migration. The story will not and cannot be historically correct because magic and gods are real in this world. This is my first story. Spelling mistakes and illogical or confusing connections may occur.

Every generation on Earth, a guardian is born to protect mortals from Otherworlders—entities from foreign realms that seek to plunder resources and destroy society. As one Guardian is born, another ascends to Godhood, perpetuating a cycle. In the far future, a chaotic turn of events unfolds as nine guardians are born in a single generation, signaling profound changes as the world morphs, evolves, and expands. Mortals awaken abilities, a grand system descends, and portals and dungeons open across the planet, heralding a cataclysmic event spanning the universe. The fusion. The cosmic fusion. All planets merge into one, birthing a new realm. All races fight for supremacy and survival as the universe plunges into an era of war and chaos. ** Amidst this chaos, a young man, taken into custody for his father's murder, finds himself entangled in million-year-old schemes that span the entire world and beyond. Join the discord: https://discord.gg/zbqqvxMwpS

Fifty years ago, the world was devastated by spatial rifts that suddenly appeared in every corner of the planet. Through these portals, monstrous and threatening creatures emerged, attacking humanity with relentless fury. Cities were destroyed, and social order collapsed. When all seemed lost, a few chosen humans were granted a unique opportunity to ascend a mysterious staircase, which, depending on their performance, bestowed extraordinary talents and the ability to become stronger by killing monsters. These individuals became known as 'Guardians.' Ling Han, an orphan, is given a late chance to ascend this staircase. How many steps will he be able to climb? And what talent does fate have in store for him?