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The Sharkmark Avatar Codex: The Lost Arts of Death's Escape and Transcendence
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The Sharkmark Avatar Codex: The Lost Arts of Death's Escape and Transcendence

26 Chapters
Author:Frank Cheong
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Prologue: The Catalyst of Calamity In the 1st Century BCE, during a sacrificial ritual of the Bön Religion, King Shake committed an act of blasphemy that would alter the fate of his dynasty. Disrespecting the Mother of the Earth, he composed a lewd poem directed at her beauty, igniting her wrath. In retaliation, she summoned three demons from the Grey Tomb: A thousand-year-old fox spirit – cunning and seductive, destined to enchant King Shake. A jade avatar of string-music – a mesmerizing spirit capable of manipulating emotions through melody. A nine-headed pheasant spirit – a master of deception, who would infiltrate the palace disguised as a sworn sister. These three demons conspired to lead King Shake astray, plunging the Shake Dynasty into a spiral of corruption and decadence. The fox spirit bewitched the King, the nine-headed pheasant manipulated palace intrigues, and the jade avatar, after being initially exposed by the vigilant court minister Three True Fires, retreated, only to return more powerful—as a royal consort. Together, they orchestrated chaos within the kingdom. This upheaval entangled the Immortals of the Mountain Abodes in worldly affairs, disrupting their spiritual journeys and intertwining their fates with mortal destinies. It also shook the foundations of the demon realm, overseen by the vengeful Mother of the Earth, setting the stage for a cosmic reckoning. Thus began "The Calamity of the Mortal World", a saga illustrating how even immortals could fall prey to karmic retribution. In response, the Jade Chakra Emperor decreed that twelve celestial beings must submit to mortal authority—an order they defied. This divine insurrection led to the creation of the "Investiture of the Gods"—a celestial register appointing 365 lesser demigods to cosmic posts, balancing power between the heavens and the human world.Historical Context: The Bön Religion and the Shake Dynasty In the 1st Century BCE, the Bön Religion performed sacrificial rituals involving the slaughter of animals, the burning of grains, and gestures of devotion such as bowing and kneeling. When Buddhism entered the Tibetan region, it absorbed these primitive practices, shaping the unique characteristics of Tibetan Buddhism. During this period, Bön was fragmented, lacking a systematic theology. It was heavily influenced by shamanistic elements and spirit worship, granting Bön shamans immense power in the royal courts of Tibet, especially in the position of "Gusin" (national spiritual advisor). Each new Zanpu (Tibetan king) required the Gusin's approval, illustrating their political influence. However, during Zhi Gong Zanpu's reign, the power of the Bön factions grew so immense that it threatened his authority. In response, he invited three skilled shamans from Kashmir, Zhang Zhung, and Baltistan to suppress the factions. Yet, his attempt backfired; he was ultimately assassinated by his minister, Langdarma. His body was cast into the Yarlung Tsangpo River, and his heirs were exiled. The decline of the old ways led to the "Multi-Bön" period, during which outdated cultural practices were abandoned. "Cha Bön" consolidated various deities into a new belief system, forming the Yungdrung Bön, which revered the Three Realms—the heavens, earth, and underworld. Worship was directed toward the Heavenly Deities (“Zan”), Earth Spirits (“Nyen”), and Water Dragons (“Lu”).  Persecution forced monks to flee to India, Sikkim, Bhutan, and Nepal, where they rebuilt Bön monasteries. A.D. 21st Century: The Eternal Battle On  2025.1.1, my journey began—an odyssey through the Ten Genres of Dharma Drum and the wielding of Unearthly Weaponry. This path demanded mastering the Arts of Escaping Real Dying and Living, leading to a transcendence that bridged the mortal realm and the cosmos, ultimately confronting the Universal Destroyer, the Imposing Avatar of Yama. In the ultimate Enlightened World, a fiercer entity emerged: Yamataka, the Destroyer of Death, surpassing even the Avatar of Yama. To guide mortals through the perilous trials of life and immortality, the Enlightened Ones sent forth the Cosmic Messenger—Jake Chakra Dragon's Grimoire, and his Avatar as a cosmic vehicle to reveal the hidden truths of existence. While for the sake of searching for the missing part of the Grimoire, also called the Avatar Codex, to complete the misson, I crossed the forbiddened Windchill City of the 3-Sphere Unvierses & the double looping to the lands of New Island, valley of Jade Vajra and Consciousnes Script Skull of the Codex... What to Expect Original storytelling that explores the Arts of Escaping Real Dying and Living Cosmic narratives infused with the energy of consciousness, like a celestial wand illuminating destiny. Short, gripping chapters (500–1000 words) to keep you on the edge of your seat. A richly built world exploring the ancient wisdom of life, death, and the realms in between. A profound journey of self-discovery guided by existential beings across infinite universes.Realistic progression with authentic triumphs and setbacks, highlighting the human condition.What Not to Expect Generic, uninspired storytelling. Preaching or forcing beliefs. Disrespect or misrepresentation of other traditions.

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