“Alex?”
Alex looked up when New Ben entered the building then his eyes returned to the Captain who seemed to be in shock.
“New Ben.”
“What's… what did you do to him?”
“He's just processing.”
“The war for an entire Earth?”
Alex shrugged then nodded.
“Basically. What brought you back in?”
“You've been in here for over an hour. Other than the two Deities that aren't used to waiting on mortals, I wanted to get a few things done today.”
“Right, what-”
Both Alex and New Ben looked up as the Captain stood then started walking to the door. New Ben motioned at the Faction Leader then looked at Alex.
“He'll be fine. Hephaestus is out there. Anyway, what are we doing?”
“We need to deal with your rewards from the battle, then you're Upgrading again.”
New Ben indicated a large chest hint the corner of the open space. Alex walked to the chest, reached out and pressed a hand against it, much to New Ben's amusement.
“You actually need to open this one.”
The Battle has ended
The Clark County Resistance is Victorious
Rewards will be made available at the Faction Outpost
Muttering under his breath Alex lifted the lid and looked inside as the chest exploded into a most odd sparkling light. Looking over his shoulder he saw New Ben doubled over in renewed laughter.
Battle Won
Rewards
80 S-Grade Credits
2,000,000 experience gained
2x Attribute Token (S-Grade)
1x B-Grade Ability Upgrade Token
1x Ability Evolution Token
“Experience…”
“Yeah, that sucks. Did you get any Ability Tokens?”
“One, a B-Grade, and an Evolution Token.”
New Ben looked shocked.
“An Evolution… don't mention it again. Those are rare, beyond rare. I guess this applies, you were our Leader and you killed their Leader. But still…”
Alex just shrugged.
“Right. Now, I'd use the B-Grade Ability Token now, there's a high probability that some of your Abilities will Evolve when you Upgrade your Class. Especially if they're Class specific. Then if you survive-”
“If?”
“Oh, I mean, ‘when’ you survive…”
“Very reassuring.”
“When you survive, probably, you should evolve an Ability then.”
Alex nodded slowly then looked around.
“Do I do it here?”
“This is as good a place as any… just, create a drain.”
Alex willed a drain into the floor.
“Bigger.”
Alex frowned but enlarged the drain, one that had flowing water beneath it. New Ben looked down and it was his turn to frown.
“I'd double its size if it was me.”
“New Ben…”
“It's your body.”
“It's my…”
Alex increased the size of the drain and stood above it looking down into the running water.
“That'll probably do it.” New Ben tilted his head to the side then shrugged. “I'm not helping with the clean up. Anyway, Ability, then Upgrade.”
Alex withdrew the Ability Token and held it in his hand.
Use B-Grade Ability Upgrade Token
Yes/No
Alex activated the Token and waited for the screen displaying new Abilities to appear.
Eternal Conflagration: Unleashing the boundless power of the Incan deities, the Fire Warrior ignites the very air around them, creating a vortex of flames that consumes all who dare to oppose them. This swirling tempest of fire burns with the intensity of a thousand suns, leaving nothing but ash in its wake
The Ability targets all enemies within a 20 yard ring of the Fire Warrior
This Ability can be triggered once per battle
Rebirth's Embrace: Calling upon the forces of life and death, the Fire Warrior taps into the cycle of creation and destruction to rejuvenate themselves in the midst of battle. Engulfed in flames, they are reborn from the ashes, emerging stronger and more resilient than before, ready to continue their relentless onslaught against their enemies
This Ability can be used once every 5 levels
This Ability leaves the Fire Warrior unable to move at the conclusion of the battle as their body recovers from the increased Strength and Constitution
When triggered the Fire Warrior's Strength and Constitution are both increased by 200
Celestial Conflagration: Ascending to the pinnacle of their power, the Fire Warrior unleashes a cataclysmic explosion of divine fire that consumes everything in it’s path. Inspired by the wrath of Viracocha and the fury of Supay, this Ability scorches the earth and rends the heavens asunder causing fire to rain from above, leaving naught but smouldering ruins in its wake
Soul Ignition: Ignite the souls of fallen enemies, transforming them into fiery minions that serve the Fire Warrior in battle. Drawing on the domain of Supay, this ability allows the player to harness the restless spirits of the underworld, turning them into vengeful spirits of flame that scorch and consume all who oppose them
“Wow. B-Grade Abilities.”
“They hit different.”
“That they will. Soul Ignition.
Select Soul Ignition [B-Grade] Ability
Once Selected this choice cannot be undone
Yes/No
“Yes.”
Initiating
Ability Selected
“Is it time Alex?”
Congratulations Adventurer
You have reached C-Grade
Class Upgrade Token Detected
Upgrade to B-Grade
Yes/No
Alex looked at the screen then over at New Ben who had moved away then accepted the Upgrade.
“Is… is my-”
“Skin melting? Yes. Wow, this is really hard to watch.” New Ben raised his voice and turned his head towards the door. “Everyone! Alex is probably dying.”
“You're a di-”
Alex raised a hand to flip off his friend then got distracted as flames rushed over his body, and rapidly melted his flesh. Coming to his senses he removed every item he had on and started to scream.
“This is taking longer than usual, is there anything we should do?”
New Ben watched as Alex's flesh and musculature melted away due to extreme heat, his screams only cutting off when his throat either melted or it fell away from his burnt body and hit the drain before plunging down into the rapidly moving watet.
Mama Qucha looked to her healer who shook her head, Mama then returned to the small, impromptu meal that Hephaestus had removed, on a large, ornate dining table, from storage device he wore at his hip.
Manka waved her hand in a complex pattern and a mist floated over Alex's ravaged body.
“That reminds me. You're exceptionally powerful for your level. Are you sure you're not a Chosen?”
Manka looked at New Ben then at her Goddess and smiled.
“Right… English.”
“Kay qoyllurri niraqmiqa kay pachamamapita kamachiq puntrawanpita. Manaqa hamusqapuni, hinaspa, hinallata, pay kay kamachiq qallariq.”
“I…
Mama Qucha chuckled softly then reached over and traced a small symbol on New Ben's arm.
You have learned - Quechua, the Mutiversal Language of the Incas
New Ben bowed at the waist to the Goddess.
“Thank you for this honour Mama Qucha.”
The Goddess just smiled and waved the thanks away.
New Ben looked at his HUD, Manka's words were already displayed in Quechuan, as he watched they shimmered and were suddenly readable. My Goddess honored me after the battle. I was more blessed than most, but now, now I am Her Chosen.
“Congratulations Chosen.”
Manka smiled and nodded after waving at the air in front of her as Pachacuti leaned in, gently brushing his bronzed shoulder against hers. New Ben leaned back slightly and for the first time took in the clothing choices of the Incans.
The men wore leggings with intricately woven patterns running up the sides. Above the waist they were bare, displaying muscular forms and in Mankos's case, tattoos that snapped and flickered, like they contained a power of their own. As he watched New Ben could see intricate scenes flash over Manko’s chest and shoulders. Pachacuti wore bracers of leather and golden rings that pulsed with light. Manko’s bracers were raw electricity while Mayta, the only member of the group that wasnt a Chosen had woven bracers adorned with small golden suns. Manka was a different story entirely, she wore robes that looked to be made of water. They flowed over her well toned form, teasing with sheer otherworldliness without impacting her modesty.
New Ben reached out without thinking and his hand was caught in the unyielding grip of Pachacuti who again leaned into the healer. New Ben and the Earthshaker locked eyes and the Alchemist broke first. Pachacuti's eyes were pools of solar energy, miniature stars of light that made New Ben feel like he was buckling under intense gravity. With a small nod New Ben looked away, released a pent up breath.
As one everyone, except Hephaestus, turned back to watch Alex's ordeal. The Grecian God ate like others breathed. Unconsciously but like his life depended on it. Food seemed to disappear before the stooped figure. Out of the corner of his eye New Ben saw the Captain's gaze flicker from Alex back to his God and a look that seemed frozen on horror.
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Alex was in pain, not the simple ‘I broke my leg’ or ‘I've lost my leg’ kind of pain, it was more of a ‘my body is melting’ kind of pain. In a corner of his mind, he noticed that the healer… Manka, was healing him before the process could finish. This repeated over and over again until he realised that he was stuck in a loop. Manka's healing was stopping the Upgrade from reaching a crucial point but he couldn't speak. He could scream, screaming was easy, stopping himself from screaming was the hard part.
Locking eyes with the healer he eventually managed to shake his head slightly as she raised a small hand. Manka faltered then looked at Mama Qucha who was staring at Alex with renewed intensity.
“You don't want to be healed?”
Alex fell to his knees and shook his head while it was pressed against the drain, tearing open the charred flesh as he passed out. Mama raised her hand, effectively stopping Manka and watched as her husband's Chosen writhed on the drain. Eventually, she caught the sound of hoarse panting coming from ruined lungs.
“Alex?”
“Ma-” Alex coughed which resulted in blood spraying from his mouth into the water below. “Mama?”
“It's done?”
“Yes…”
Alex had risen to his knees but on the final word he collapsed, vomited and passed out on the drain that was coated in ash created from his burning body.
“That was… unexpected.”
Mama Qucha nodded and Hephaestus even looked up from what appeared to be one-quarter of a large boar. Looking past the God New Ben could see Alex's Captain still staring at his God, with a shocked expression on his face.
“It wa-”
“Alex Till is going through a powerful Upgrade. He's the Chosen of two Gods, one of Creation, the other of Death. Expecting anything less than remarkable would be foolish. He is,” the Greek God turned to the Incan Goddess, “the first Adventurer Chosen of two Deities.”
Mama Qucha nodded slowly.
“To my knowledge. Something that shouldn’t be possible. But with my husband… detained by the Onix Trono, the other Staff God of the Coricancha has grown in power to fill the void.” Mama Qucha waved her hand in a circle and a small Portal opened, from which a small creature emerged, saw Alex then started to shake. “Hadrigath?”
The Shellmind turned and looked up and Mama Qucha then back at Alex.
“Sad Friend.”
The two words tore at everyone's souls, not even the Deities avoided the almost telepathic quality of the sorrow contained within them.
“Yes Hadrigath. Alex is sad, but is he safe?”
The Shellmind walked slowly over to Alex, then reached out a tentative hand.
“Sad Friend?”
“Crush? Is that you?”
A feeling of happiness washed over the group, such unadulterated joy that it washed away the feeling of sorrow they'd all experienced before.
Alex rolled onto his back and smiled up at the Information Broker.
“It's good to see you buddy.”
Crush vibrated with happiness.
“Buddy…”
“Hadrigath, is Alex OK?”
“Sad Friend Buddy OK.”
“But is he more?”
“More sad?”
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“More powerful?”
Crush tilted his head to the side then smiled.
“More, more powerful.”
Crush spread his little arms progressively wider then spun and touched Alex's scar which projected a screen for everyone to see. New Ben was the first to react.
“I'm not even surprised. The System's Special-” New Ben jumped like he'd been stabbed. “Son of a… I mean, sorry System.”
Name: Alex Till
Race: Human (Earth 0)
Class: Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence [B-Grade]
Titles: Planetary Forerunner 100, Multiverse Forerunner, Multiverse Dungeon Diver, Multiverse Elite, Initiation Perfectionist, Initiation Conqueror, Varkarakos' Bane, Supay's Chosen, Auqui (Prince) of Uku Pacha, Twice Chosen Herald of the Coricancha
Recently Added Title(s): Reborn, Flame Trialed, Lord of the Achachilas
Faction: Clark County Resistance (Vice-Leader, Ambassador)
Sponsors: (2 of 3) Bio-Evolutionary Laboratories, Teacher of the Worlds Society
Core Pantheon: Coricancha
Deity: Viracocha, Supay
“Consequence?”
New Ben muttered the word under his breath.
Mama Qucha tittered then looked down at Hadrigath and frowned.
“Are you sure?”
The small humanoid turtle nodded intently, his face split in a huge toothy grin while patting Alex on the chest. Each pat caused the screen displaying Alex's System information to spring forth, over and over again.
“Hadrigath? Crush? Could you stop patting Al… Sad Friend Buddy? We shouldn't display that information to anyone that isn't here. All those titles…”
New Ben blew air through exceptionally straight teeth then shook himself.
“Lord of the Achia-”
Mama Qucha threw up a hand to stop New Ben from speaking then hung her head as ghostly forms began rising from the ground.
“I did not think Supay would be so… generous with his power. Perhaps he’s…”
Alex surged to his feet, coiling flames writhed around his body as he looked out over the shadows that were rising from the ground, a smile slowly appeared on his face. He lifted a hand and watched the flames wrap around his arm.
“Dearest sister, it is… unlike you to be so presumptuous.”
While the voice came from Alex it didnt sound like him.
“Alex?”
Mama Qucha put an arm in front of New Ben as he spoke.
“Supay?”
Alex turned to face the collection of mortals and Deities and smiled, but it was a thing of arrogance and control. He stared directly at the Incan Goddess until she flinched and looked down.
“Apologies, Lord Supay.”
Alex nodded then looked at the others arrayed in front of him and smiled again, he stood with he legs slightly bent like he was expecting to be attacked. Smoke trailed from his slightly open mouth and seemed to coil around two invisible horns. Embers flickered just behind his eyes, quietly threatening and ready to ignite further. Then he shook slightly and seemed to shrink in on himself.
“That was different.”
“Alex? You're back?”
Alex nodded then shuddered.
“Supay isn't a courteous guest.” Alex cricked his neck with a groan. “My throat feels like I've been drinking lava.”
“How was the Upgrade?”
“Terrible. I didn't think it would take that long.”
“Have you looked at what’s changed?”
Alex looked liked he'd been slapped, then gazed off to the side. His jaw dropped almost instantly.
Congratulations Adventurer
You have reached B-Grade
Your Class has been Upgraded from Fire Warrior [D-Grade]
To
Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence [B-Grade]
“What the…”
Titles Gained:
Reborn
This soul has been reborn amidst flames both sacred and infernal. Emerging from the depths of Uku Pacha, the Reborn bears the scars of their passage upon their souk, a vessel of both creation and destruction. Their existence is a testament to the darkness that lurks within, forged anew in the fires of death and rebirth
+30 Constitution
+20 Inner Fire
Flame Trialed
In the unforgiving crucible of flames, the Flame Trialed emerges, tested by the inferno's relentless fury. Each scream, each burn, a mark of their resilience and determination. They are forged in the fires of adversity, tempered by the searing heat of trial and tribulation. With each step, they carry the weight of their ordeal, a living testament to their strength and endurance in the face of the sacred and Infernal flames
+50 Constitution
Lord of the Achachilas
Carried by the mountain winds news is heard throughout the Multiverse, the Lord of the Achachilas again walks the Earths
Bound by ancient pacts and steeped in the wisdom of the sacred heights, they command the spirits of the mountains with an iron will. Their presence is heralded by the echoes of distant thunder and the infernal flames of Uku Pacha
Their gaze pierces the veil between worlds. As guardian of the sacred realms, they are both revered and feared, a solitary figure who walks the line between mortal and divine, forever bound to the towering peaks they call home
Companion(s) Restored
Communication between Earths Unlocked
Command of the Achachilas Unlocked
Fire Damage Increased
Alex sank to his knees, the force of his emotions driving the others away from him.
“Restored?”
“It's almost like you can't function without me.”
“Pr… professor?”
“You had to take control of an army to get me back?”
“They aren't an army… they're Multiversal messengers, spies and crafters.”
“So, what happened while I was dead?”
“I don't really know. You can't access my memory?”
The professor reached out an pressed a finger to Alex's forehead then began to cry. Ethereal tears fell from her eyes as they watched each other.
“Till…”
“You're back, that's all that matters.”
“I… what now?”
“Now, we take back this Earth.”
“Your Abilities?”
“Far better.”
Abilities Upgraded
Primal Fury II: After being drenched in the blood of their foes a Warrior can enter a state of enhanced ferocity, increasing Strength by 15, Agility by 15 but reducing Constitution by 25.
The aggression of attacks generates heat to rival the Warriors Ferocity, gradually causing a ring of fire to build around the Warrior, burning enemies and slowing their movement speed. This AoE effect adds Smouldering Embers
Becomes
Infernal Rampage [B-Grade]: Tap into Supay's infernal energies. All flames geberated are intensified by melee attacks
Enemies caught suffer continuous damage, take increased damage from all fire-based atracks and reduced movement speed by 50% for 10 seconds
Strength increased by 50
Constitution increased by 30
This AoE effect adds Smouldering Embers
Smouldering Embers: Reduces enemy resistance to fire damage and increases enemy damage taken by all attacks. The more enemies caught in this AoE increases the expansion of the ring of fire. If over 5 enemies are caught in this ring. chains of fire lock the enemies together slowly pulling them closer to the Warrior. Damage over time increases incrementally the longer an enemy stays in the ring while consistently sustaining damage from the Warrior
Becomes
Blaze of Annihilation [B-Grade]: Unleash a devastating circular wave of fire
Enemies caught in the AoE have their resistance to fire damage drastically reduced, while also suffering increased damage from all attacks.
The ring of fire expands rapidly based on the number of enemies caught within it, engulfing a larger area in flames. Should over 5 enemies be ensnared within the fiery ring, chains of fire emerge, binding the enemies together and pulling them towards the Warrior with increasing force
As the inferno rages, enemies trapped within the flames endure escalating damage over time, ensuring their swift demise in the blazing inferno
Ember Walk: Like ash cast into the wind, the Warrior moves through flames unharmed, using them as a means of quick transportation or as a defence mechanism
Becomes
Soulfire Incantation [B-Grade]: Traverse through flames unscathed, becoming imbued with the essence of Uku Pacha
Cloak yourself in ethereal flames that enhance your Abilities
While in this heightened state gain increased Agility and Constitution, allowing you to maneuver swiftly and evade enemy attacks with ease
Additionally, any foes that attempt to strike you while engulfed in Soulfire suffer fire damage proportional to their own strength, as the flames of the Uku Pacha retaliate against those who dare to challenge their Chosen
Agility Increased by 50
Constitution increased by 50
Soulfure Incantation lasts for 10 seconds after traversing flames
Volcanic Essence (passive): The deep connection to volcanic energy is enhanced after gazing upon the Abyss, widely considered to be the domain of the System and anathema to Human life
Volcanic Essence enhances both offensive firepower and safeguards against invasive forces
In the midst of combat, an impenetrable internal barrier manifests within the warrior's body, preventing any hostile entity from invading or taking control. This barrier is a direct extension of the connection between the warrior and the immense power concealed beneath the surface of an Earth
Note: The barrier does not provide defence from physical attacks
This connection also extends to melee weapons used in combat, transforming them into conduits that unleash burst fire damage while within the body of an enemy
This Ability benefits from damage modifiers from all other abilities
Becomes
Abyssal Conduit [B-Grade]: Embrace the depths of the Abyss resulting in an amplified connection to volcanic energy. In addition to enhancing offensive firepower and safeguarding against invasive forces, melee weapons are imbued with with the power of the Abyss. While engaged in combat, melee weapons become conduits for unleashing bursts of fire damage upon striking an enemy, channeling the primal energies of the earth's molten core. Each strike sends waves of searing heat rippling through the foe's body, inflicting additional fire damage over time
Furthermore, the passive buff bestowed upon party members extends their connection to volcanic energy, enhancing their own offensive capabilities and imbuing their attacks with the fury of the inferno
“B-Grade…”
Alex looked down at his hands then clenched them into fists. His Incan Bracers coalesced from swirling flames, glittering In their own light. When the Bracers locked into place the shadow figures surrounding the group came closer, pulled items from Incentories and proceeded to equip Alex in his armour, all of which had been repaired and looked new again. When he was fully equipped the figures all knelt before him in supplication. The others moved forwards.
“Alex… your Class. It's…”
“A lot.”
Alex waved a hand and a screen was projected in front of New Ben, his enhanced connection with the processo, someone he could feel almost like it was a physical thing, allowed her to see everything he could.
Class: Fire Warrior (D-Grade)
Fire Warriors are fearless melee combatants that combine the mastery of close-quarters combat with the destructive force of fire. Wielding flaming weapons and imbuing their strikes with scorching flames, they unleash devastating melee attacks that engulf enemies in searing infernos. With devastating blows, strong defence, and inspiring leadership, they dominate the battlefield, protecting allies and striking fear into enemies. Embrace the fiery path and leave a trail of smouldering wreckage in your wake. Bonus: Flame increases the durability of weapons, prolonging their use.
+3 to Strength per level
+2 to Constitution per level
+2 to Intelligence per level
Becomes
Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence (B-Grade)
Embrace the dual nature of divine retribution as the Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence
Born from Viracocha's Flames of Creation and the infernal depths of Supay, you are a harbinger of both destruction and renewal, wielding the power of fire to mete out justice upon the unworthy.
The Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence stands at the crossroads of Dreation and Destruction, wielding flames that both consume and renew. With each swing of their blazing weapon, the fury of wronged Gods is channeled, leaving behind a wake of smoldering ruins and cleansing fire. Close-quarters combat is unmatched, the art of war is blended with the divine flames that course through the veins of this Warrior
With each Slain enemy a choice must be made, cast the soul of the fallen into the Abyss or into Uku Pacha. Those cast into Uku Pacha will be reborn as Achachilas.
+10 Inner Fire
+10 Constitution
Note: Passive Stat Increases are not received over level 100
“I'm definitely not saying what I'm thinking. System. I'm not saying it.”
New Ben jumped like he'd been punched and he rubbed at his shoulder while looking angrily around.
“Damn it! I didn't say it.” New Ben took a deep breath then looked back at Alex, intentionally not looking at the shadowy figures kneeling between him and his friend. “What now?”
Alex removed another Token and looked down at it.
“Now? Now I try something. Vance?”
The lab coated man appeared and stumbled slightly like he'd run from his Earth to 39.
“About time! What am I…”
Vance bowed at the two oddly quiet Deities then moved away from the kneeling figures.
“Vance, I'm going to try and fuse two Abilites together in an Evolution. Like last time, but a forced Symbiosis. Thoughts?”
“Forced Symbiosis? As far as I know it hasn't been done. Hephaestus? Ah, my God.”
“Did you just upgrade my Lord to my God on the fly?”
“Yes. How does one address a Deity while engaging them in polite conversation?”
“I've always found their names to work.”
Vance waved a hand and sighed.
“But you're you. Not all of us have regular…” he looked at the other mortals present and frowned. “I'm the only one here that isn't Blessed or a Chosen. Remarkable.”
“Is it not very common?”
“Common? Alex, a God can have one Chosen and five Blessed Adventurers on every Earth. So, no. It isn't common.”
Alex made a surprised noise and looked at the two Deities that were present. Hephaestus shrugged then pulled out a large drumstick and Mama Qucha just nodded.
“Interesting. Something for us to work on. Anyway, you were asking Heph something?”
Vance flinched at the casual way Alex referred to Hephaestus but the large hunch man just smiled.
“Hephaestus… and Mama Qucha, are you familiar with Symbiosis?”
Hephaestus nodded and threw the drumstick to the side, one of the shadowy figures collected it straight away.
“Symbiosis is what happens, albeit internally, when an Ability evolves. It merges with another System given Ability and becomes more. I, and other Deities, can influence the process with those of our Pantheons. Qucha?”
“The same, to a lesser extent as your Abilities are anathema to my element.”
Vance nodded then looked up suddenly.
“Show me your Abilities Again.”
Alex waved a hand and sent his Abilities List over to his Sponsor who proceeded to jab a finger at the air then nod slowly while appearing to read.
Ability List:
Infernal Rampage [B-Grade]
Volcanic Fury II
Blaze of Annihilation [B-Grade]
Flame Whirlwind II
Soulfire Incantation [B-Grade]
Flame Manipulation
Blazing Hurl
Abyssal Conduit [B-Grade]
Volcanic Eruption
Molten Fortress
Eternal Equilibrium (passive)
Soul Ignition [B-Grade]
“I'd suggest… Volcanic Fury II, you've had it for a long time and it would give you the best chance at a Symbiosis as it already has a lot in common with, well, all of your Abilities. Have you ever heard of diversifying?”
Alex just shrugged.
“Fure works.”
Use Ability Evolution Token
Yes/No
Alex selected Yes
Choose an Ability to Evolve
“Volcanic Fury II”
You have chosen to Evolve
Primal Fury II
Initialise
Yes/No
Alex selected Yes again.
Initialising
Evolution Complete
Volcanic Fury II
Becomes
Volcanic Cataclysm
Symbiosis Possible with Volcanic Eruption
Initialise
Yes/No
Again Alex selected Yes.
“Quite the process…”
Initialising
Symbiosis Complete
Volcanic Cataclysm and Volcanic Eruption
Become
Infernal Cataclysm [B-Grade]:
Harnessing the raw fury of the Earth's molten core unleashes an Infernal Cataclysm upon the battlefield
Fires of wrath surge forth, engulfing foes in the blazing cataclysm, each strike cracks open the ground and unleashing torrents of lava that ensnare enemies. Those caught in the inferno face increased torment as Blaze of Annihilation amplifies the fury of the resulting flames.
With each strike, the ground rumbles and erupts, releasing torrents of lava that engulf foes in an ongoing blazing inferno. The combined power of "Infernal Cataclysm" amplifies the devastation, leaving nothing but scorched earth and smoldering ruins in its wake.
Even as the fires cool enemies are left burning while trapped within igneous prisons
Enter a state of unparalleled ferocity, attacks become relentless.
Strength, Inner Fire and all direct fire damage is doubled for 3 minutes.
Post-Battle Effect:
After the battle concludes, the aftermath of Infernal Cataclysm reveals a paradoxical display of Creation amidst destruction. From the charred remains of the battlefield, new life begins to emerge, as the intense heat and fertile volcanic soil foster the growth of vibrant flora and fauna. The scorched earth becomes a fertile landscape, teeming with renewed vitality and the promise of new beginnings, embodying the eternal cycle of destruction and Creation.
Alex managed to stay on his feet long enough to send a screen showing his new Ability to the group before he collapsed and passed out.
“Honestly, I didn't think he'd last that long. What are they…? Professor Ladere?”
“The Achachilas are protecting their Lord.”
“Acha… the what?”
“Achachilas, the ethereal guardians of the Andes. They are sworn to the service of Alex Till, Lord of the Achachilas, Auqui of Uku Pacha, and Chosen of Supay. They're divine beings, as you can see they're cloaked in mist and shadow. When yhey aren't here, as most of them aren't, they watch over their sacred mountainwith unwavering vigilance. According to the documents sent over by Supay. Their loyalty to Till is unwavering. They're also Multiversal spies, nessengers and crafts… beings.”
“Of course they are. Do they fight?”
“No. But they do ferry souls to Aku Pacha or… the Abyss.”
“Souls?”
“Once Till judges them.”
“Once he-”
“Judges the souls of his enemies…” The professor started to laugh. “He's going to hate this.”
Hadrigath gave the unconscious Till a hug then smiled at everyone. His shell activated and information was released into the Multiverse.
“Shit… 39 is going to get interesting.”
Alex stirred slightly but Hadrigath pressed a little hand to the former Fire Warrior’s face and the newly minted Avenging Flame of Creation and Consequence settled back and fell into a restful sleep.