Tuesday, February 6, 2003 - Noon 12:00 PM
In a distant part of space, the clashing of blades reverberates as two Beings battle fiercely, destroying planets in their wake. In the midst of the battle, one of them speaks up, “So Paradox, why don't you just give up and let me kill you?”
A man with spiky white hair, crimson red eyes, and very pale skin, wearing a black and grey jacket and red pants, with no shoes on, looking no older than 20 and standing at 5’6”, swings his weapon down onto his adversary. His weapon is a long, red and black scythe. The handle is made of dark, polished wood, with a small, intricate pattern etched into the metal where the blade meets the handle.
As the scythe comes down, the other person dodges at the last second and brings down their own identical red and black scythe, clashing with the first. The shockwave from their clash destroys the planet behind them.
Paradox apathetically replies, “Are you sure you want to do this, Yami? Or should I say Yami-Paradox?” pushing them away. When you get a good look at them, you can see that both Yami and Paradox look exactly the same, except for Paradox who has light brown skin and wears a red and black jacket along with some white pants with red and black shoes.
Yami doesn’t reply. With a thought, they activate their Omni-Watch, sending a ball of energy the size of the sun at Paradox, tearing through the fabric of space.
Paradox, with an annoyed expression, sighs as they swing their scythe, cutting through the ball of energy and erasing it from existence, as their scythe has the properties to erase anything.
Just as Paradox erases the attack, Yami appears behind them, now with a pair of black fingerless gloves on their hands, sleek and futuristic in style. The gloves have small glowing blue circuits etched into the material and a small, round gemstone in the center of the palm.
Yami launches a barrage of strikes at Paradox, who dodges with their omnipotent reaction, punching a hole through the universe.
“Yami, just give up. This will get us nowhere and you know it. This entire fight is meaningless,” Paradox states in a slightly annoyed tone.
“So? I don’t care. I just want to enjoy the thrill of battle. Not many other beings can give me a good fight, and I’m sure YOU also enjoy the battle, Paradox,” Yami replies with a grin, showing how much they are enjoying this battle.
Paradox did not respond instead, they put on their fingerless red gloves, identical to Yami’s but red, as he charged at them. As they clash fists, they appear all over space as if they’re teleporting, their punches ripping through the fabric of space, leaving holes in the universe.
They continue their fight for hours, neither showing any sign of fatigue.
Eventually, both Yami-Paradox and Paradox decide to step up the fight as they activate their Omni-Watch and transform.
They both now have black markings covering parts of their body, ranging from their arms and legs to even their faces. This is their [Half-Omnipotent] form.
“Shall we dance?” Yami says before vanishing and appearing in front of Paradox, punching them in the stomach and sending them flying into a planet.
As Paradox floats away from the destroyed debris of the planet with no noticeable damage besides some tattered clothes and dusts themselves off.
“Is that all, Yami? I barely felt that” Paradox retorts cockily as they use their favorite attack, swinging their scythe lazily, cutting through space and time, making cuts and slash marks appear on Yami causing Yami to bleed.
Yami grunts in pain as they feel some of their power deplete, while their healing factor weakens before glaring at Paradox. “So we’re using cheap tricks, huh? Well, two can play at that game.”
Yami activates their Omni-Watch and, with a snap of their finger, completely heals themselves.
With a thought, Yami creates multiple explosions around Paradox, making it impossible for them to escape, and then detonates them, dealing massive damage to Paradox.
Paradox screams in pain as their arm is destroyed.
Enraged that their arm was destroyed Paradox yells. “Let's end this, Yami,” as they snap their finger also healing themselves
Both Yami and Paradox get ready for their last attack, sending a massive beam of light at each other. As the beams clash, the universe around them begins to collapse, with both of them unfazed.
Even with the whole universe collapsing in on itself, both Yami and Paradox continue their beam struggle, trying to push the other back to no avail. They stop their attacks opting to instead clash their blades, in the empty black void of nothingness.
“Are you sure you want to continue this fight, Paradox? The universe is going to be completely destroyed,” Yami states, though not really caring.
“And? I created this universe. I can just recreate it again,” Paradox replies nonchalantly as if the universe and the people in it are meaningless.
The fight lasts for what feels like an eternity, as neither one is able to get the upper hand. Both Paradox and Yami Paradox are equal and can predict the other’s moves and read their minds making it difficult to land a decisive strike
In time, both of them decide to quickly rap up the fight, having both become increasingly bored of the never-ending struggle
As both Paradox and Yami clash blades, locking their scythes together, they begin to tear apart reality, opening portals to different universes and timelines, and seeing different versions of themselves, both good and evil.
They pay no heed to this as they focus on only one thing: taking the other down.
Both of them stretch out their arms, forming multiple beams of energy and shooting them at the other.
While they are doing this, the universe fully collapses, leaving them in a dark void of nothingness.
In this void, there is no concept of time or space here, just an empty void of darkness. But to Paradox and Yami, this means nothing as they dash and dart around, throwing flurries of punches and clashing blades over and over again.
As they fight in the void, everything goes by in a blur. When Paradox holds out their hand, they create a large planet and hurls it at Yami, who shoots a blast of energy turning it to ashes.
While they fight, they both break into the other’s mind reading their thoughts and coming up with the same idea.
At the same time, they both create literal suns and throw them at each other. When the suns collide, they start to heat up. Surprisingly, the heat is so powerful that it begins to burn the void of darkness, leaving them both in an area of white with no sound, speech, or anything else.
But both Yami and Paradox defy the logic of this space as they both speak at the same time creating sound.
“Let us finish this,” they say at the same time before, launching themselves at the other.
Paradox sends a right jab, which Yami dodges, retaliating with a left knee to the stomach, which Paradox blocks. They keep this back and forth, sending attacks while the other dodges or blocks.
At this moment, Paradox and Yami Paradox are able to defy the laws of the universe and Reality, doing things that should not be possible during their battle.
This is all due to their power, “The Power of Imagination,” which allows them to do anything they can imagine.
With this Power, Paradox and Yami call themselves the “Paradox of Imagination,” viewing themselves as a literal paradox.
The fight drags on for hours with neither one gaining the upper hand.
–Five years later in the nothingness–
The concept of time does not apply to either of them as the space they are in is devoid of it.
Both Paradox and Yami look slightly out of breath as they have been fighting for years with no end, so they decide to come up with a deal.
“Why don't we just end this fight? Neither one of us will win,” Yami bargains.
“Yeah, let’s do that. This battle won’t prove anything,” Paradox responds agreeing to the idea of ending this pointless fight.
After coming to a deal Paradox activates their Omni-Watch, imagining the universe back into existence. As they look around, both Yami and Paradox see the universe rebuilding itself instantly.
Both Yami and Paradox silently decide that from now on they will remain in their [Half-Omnipotent] forms.
Before Paradox can say anything, Yami just vanishes. Paradox shrugs and says, “I’m sure I will see him again sometime.”
With the battle at a close Paradox flies off into the expansive space, looking for something that will entertain them. As they fly, they see a distant red planet and decide to check it out.
–A few minutes later–
Tuesday, February 6, 2003 - Noon 12:30 PM
As they land on the planet, they hear a scream in the distance. Curious, they fly over to the location only to find a woman being attacked by a massive creature standing 30 meters tall.
“KYAAAA!” the woman screeches, trying to run away from the creature.
“Someone please save me! I don't want to die!” the woman cries, having been backed into a corner with her eyes closed tight.
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Paradox who has watched the whole thing, is amused by the woman who to him is running around like a scared chicken. But they decide to help in the end, and with a thought, they make the creature explode as its guts and blood splattered across the ground.
Upon closer inspection, Paradox saw that the woman had pale blond hair and emerald green eyes, with quite ample breasts. She is wearing what you would call bikini armor, with a silver-plated chest plate.
The woman opened her eyes and saw what the monster had been reduced to, after giving a sigh of relief that her prayers were answered. She looks around for her savior, who she sees floating in the air.
"Oh, thank you, kind sir, for saving me. It was very kind of you," she gratefully says, giving a bow.
"Don't thank me," Paradox responds with a slight glare and hint of amusement. "I didn't save you out of kindness, I did it because you amused me with your frightened reactions, I couldn't care less if you had died."
The woman, taken aback by his reaction, becomes annoyed with how he is speaking to her and decides to speak her mind.
"You don't have to be so rude about it, you know. I was only thanking you, and even though you are being a massive jerk, I still thank you," she tries not to let his words get to her.
"So, lady, I have a question for you: What is the name of this planet?" Paradox asks.
"Why should I tell you, with how rude you are?" the woman questions in return.
"Well, I could either ask you or dig into your mind for the answers. Which will it be?" Paradox states nonchalantly as if it were the most normal thing in the world.
This frightened the woman. If the man is telling the truth, he could probe her mind, and who knows what he will do to her.
"Fine," the woman gives an annoyed sigh. "This planet is called Red Dawn, as it is the first red planet in this solar system," she finishes.
"Hmm, Red Dawn is quite an interesting name," Paradox says, thinking about the things this planet might have to keep him entertained.
"So, can you tell me more about the planet, its environment, and how the people live?" Paradox asks curiously, wanting to learn more about the planet and its inhabitants.
"Well, this planet does not have much water—well, drinkable water. Its population is filled with more than 80% monsters, the air is tainted and polluted, poisoning the water. So we have to be careful not to drink too much of the water we have," she states thinking about the things on this planet.
"As for how people live, most people go out hunting the monsters to bring back food, materials, and more, and get paid for whatever they bring back," she finishes speaking, and Paradox states. She finishes with joy in her eyes, showing how much she loves her home planet.
"Interesting. And how strong are these monsters that live here?"
"Well, some of them are strong enough to destroy whole cities, while some can destroy a mountain with ease. It just depends on how long they've been alive and what they are," she adds more information about the monsters that live there.
"What are some of them called?" Paradox asks, wanting more information about these so-called monsters.
"Well, there are Wyvens, which are smaller wyverns, reaching about 15 feet tall and stretching to 30 feet long with an 80-foot wingspan. They are far faster and stronger, evolving to fight stronger creatures. Then there are Toragers, which are giant tigers standing around 50 feet tall and covered in electricity. Those are just two of them," the woman explains carefully for Paradox to understand.
"What about the one that attacked you? What was that creature?" Paradox asks prompting the woman to speak.
"Well, that was what we call the Behemoth. It was smaller than most, standing at 60 feet tall, it is pretty much a dinosaur, namely a T-Rex. They can normally get up to 100 feet tall. They are the most feared creatures on this plane," the woman tells him about the Behemoth and adds that it can shoot fire out of its mouth, hot enough to turn a miniature planet to ash.
Paradox, intrigued, says, "That Behemoth seems like quite the impressive monster, but compared to me, it's far too weak." showing their arrogance
The woman sweatdrops at how arrogant this guy is but can't disagree with how easily he destroyed that smaller Behemoth and wishes not to get on his bad side.
"So, what brought you to this planet?" the woman asks, a little interested in why this man, as strong as he is, would come to this planet.
"Well, I came here because it was the first planet I saw, and to see if I could find something interesting here," Paradox says simply, telling her that it was just a spur-of-the-moment decision.
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The woman looks dumbfounded but just accepts it, telling him her name is Alacia and that she will show him around the nearest town, while Paradox also tells her his name.
They begin making their way to Issla Nova, the closest town to where they are, walking through an eerie forest. Paradox kills whatever crosses their path with ease.
Once they are close, you can see that Issla Nova is a very beautiful place, a little more advanced than most places, with very tall buildings, waterfalls, as well as floating islands.
As Paradox and Alacia get to the gates of Issla Nova, the guards stop them, holding their weapons out in an X, asking for their information cards.
Paradox leans over to Alacia, asking her what the information cards are, to which she responds that they are just cards to identify people.
Guard One: "We will need to see your cards." he commanded.
Alacia hands over her card and tells them that Paradox is with her and that they will get a card made for him in town.
Guard Two: "Alright, but make sure you get the card right away so there will be no problems." he tells/warns them hinting at a slight threat.
They both enter the town as Paradox takes in the sights. They head to the registration center to get his info card.
Once finished, Paradox asks, "So, Alacia, what is there to know about this town?"
Alacia thinks for a second. "Well, this town is known for its violence and fighters. There are a lot of very powerful people who live here mainly because of the guild, as it's the most feared town."
Paradox thinks to himself for a second, debating on how to go about his time here. Ultimately, he decides to seek out someone to fight and see if they are worthy. If not, he will then leave the planet. He turns to Alacia.
"So, where would I go to fight someone strong enough to fight here?"
She responds by saying that he can find someone at a guild or put out a request to fight someone strong.
They head over to the guild, and Paradox posts a paper for a challenge with a good amount of gold as the reward and the location where the fight will take place.
Many hours go by, and no one shows up. Just as Paradox and Alacia are about to leave, a man in very slim armor appears. The armor is all black with spikes on the shoulders and kneecaps, and he carries a long black sword.
"So, you came here to challenge me? What do you hope to achieve from it?" Paradox asks, eyeing him curiously.
"I came to prove that I am strong and that only a weakling would put up a poster looking for a fight," the man says gruffly, sounding like a 40-year-old man.
"Then show me what you can do, mister warrior," Paradox taunts.
Enraged, the man charges at Paradox, pulling out his sword and swinging it down in an arc at him.
Paradox easily sidesteps the attack, looking pretty bored, then grabs the sword, lifting the man up into the air by it, and throws him into a nearby mountain.
"Is that all you have? I thought you would be stronger than this," Paradox says disappointedly.
The man staggers up with minor injuries, before running at high speeds at Paradox. As he does, you can feel the ground shake with each step as if an earthquake is happening.
Once the man makes it to Paradox, he wastes no time unleashing a barrage of slashes at Paradox, hoping one will land. But Paradox effortlessly weaves through all the strikes, holding up one finger and stopping the attack fully, causing a shockwave that destroys the whole forest around them.
"Hmm, quite powerful, but too reckless," Paradox notes before kicking the man away with great force, destroying his armor.
Paradox then pulls out his sword, a sleek, curved blade with a red crystal embedded near the hilt. The handle is ornately designed with intricate carvings that seem to swirl and shift with each passing second, allowing Paradox to control time in any way he likes. The pommel is black, contrasting sharply with the red of the blade and crystal. This sword is called the [Chrono Sword].
With a single swing of the blade, Paradox cuts through time, making that one swing turn into twenty making twenty cuts appear on the man's body causing him to bleed profusely.
The man is shocked but gathers all his energy into one attack and charges at Paradox, only for his body to freeze in place.
"W-what happened?" the man staggers out.
"I froze your body in time is what happened, quite simple," Paradox says with a mischievous grin.
With one final strike, Paradox knocks the man out with the blunt side of his blade, then puts it away before turning to Alacia.
"Well, that was quite fun. It took away a little of the boredom."
Alacia's eye twitches as she says, "How was that fun? That was a one-sided beatdown. He never stood a chance, did he?" she says as she huffs
Laughing, Paradox states, "Of course, he didn't. The whole point of the fight was to entertain me, which he did. I could never lose."
Seeing how arrogant he's being, Alacia says, "You should stop being so arrogant, or else one day you will lose or worse, be killed."
She hopes that he will take her advice and stop being so arrogant.
"I'll keep that in mind, and as it seems my time here is up, I'll be taking my leave," Paradox says thoughtfully even a little.
Alacia, confused, asks, "What do you mean your time here is up? Is there a certain time limit you can be here?"
Paradox answers, "No, what I mean is that I've grown bored of this planet, so I'm going to go look for something else to entertain me."
Worried that she would never see him again, Alacia asks, "Is there any chance that we will meet again?"
"I'm very sure we will meet again in due time. Until then, train hard so you can give me a good fight," Paradox says before vanishing without a trace.
Alacia sighs, hoping he is right and that they will meet again. She heads off to train for the next time she meets Paradox.
Information About the Omni-Watch
Omni-Watch 1: This is the weakest of the Omni-Watches, with power levels reaching only star-galaxy levels.
Omni-Watch 2: This is the second strongest of the Omni-Watches, allowing its wielder to reach universal+ levels of power.
Omni-Watch 3: This is the strongest of the Omni-Watches, allowing the wielder to reach levels far beyond the first two Omni-Watches and possessing infinite levels of power (meaning you can continue getting stronger indefinitely; this is the watch Paradox has).
The Omni-Watch's appearance varies depending on how the wearer wants it to appear.
Abilities of the Omni-Watch: Some of the abilities of the Omni-Watch include scanning and adding others' powers and memories. It also has an omnipotent sense and reaction.
* Omnipotent Sense has six stages:
1. Sense up to 30 meters away.
2. Sense up to 100 meters away.
3. Sense all around the universe.
4. Sense halfway around the universe.
5. Sense all around the universe.
6. Sense all around the universe and into other universes.
* Omnipotent Reaction has six stages:
1. Peak human reaction speed.
2. Hypersonic reaction speed.
3. Massively hypersonic+ reaction speed.
4. Relativistic+ reaction speed.
5. FTL+ (faster-than-light) reaction speed.
6. Massively FTL+ reaction speed.
With enough training, the Omni-Watch also grants the ability to see into the future.
Powers of the Omni-Watch: All powers of the Omni-Watch are based on the user's imagination, including powers over fire, water, air, electricity, flying, time, space, existence/erasure, reality, etc., as well as the user's actual power. The growth of the Omni-Watch is infinite, with no limit to how strong the user can become.
The wielder's power and potential with their power/manipulation depend on their own physical and mental power.