The morning sun bathed the training grounds in golden light as Arav arrived at the designated area. Naresh was already waiting, standing with his arms crossed, his calm demeanor radiating a quiet confidence. The air was filled with a faint energy, and Arav could feel the hum of power that seemed to seep from Naresh’s very being.
“Good morning,” Naresh greeted, giving Arav a quick nod. “Today, I’ll show you the ten core moves of Aakasha. These are essential techniques that you will need to master as you progress.”
Arav nodded, his heart racing with excitement. He had heard about these techniques and had been eager to learn them. “I’m ready,” he said, his voice firm.
Naresh gave a small smile, his gaze sharp but warm. "Very well. Watch closely. I’ll demonstrate each one first, and then I’ll explain how to practice them individually.”
1. Cosmic Shield (Brahmanda Kavach)
Naresh raised his hand, palm outstretched, and Arav immediately felt a shift in the air around them. A shimmering, invisible barrier formed around Naresh’s body, glowing faintly with a soft energy. It looked like an invisible dome, but the way it vibrated gave it a sense of impenetrability.
“This is the Cosmic Shield,” Naresh said calmly, his voice steady. “It forms an invisible barrier of space energy around you. The trick is to not think of it as a force field. Instead, you must create a ‘horizon’ in the space around you, like the edge of the universe. This will block incoming attacks and can also shield you from elements and some magical forces.”
Naresh lowered his hand, and the shield dissipated. “To practice it, start by imagining the space around you. Feel the space, not as empty, but as something full, something malleable. Channel Aakasha into that space to create a barrier.”
2. Void Step (Shunya Pada)
Naresh took a few steps back, then bent his knees slightly before vanishing from view. A brief flicker of energy, and he reappeared a few feet away, standing with his arms casually at his sides.
“The Void Step allows you to shift out of phase with the surrounding space for a brief moment, effectively allowing you to dodge attacks or move in an instant. This is not teleportation; it is manipulating the fabric of space itself.”
He gestured toward Arav. “The key to mastering this move is to focus on ‘shifting’ yourself in and out of the space around you. When you practice, don’t try to force the shift. Let your body relax and align with the surrounding space, allowing it to guide you.”
Naresh’s eyes met Arav’s. “When you’re ready to practice, simply visualize yourself stepping into the gaps between the moments in space.”
3. Star Burst (Nakshatra Prabhava)
With a swift motion, Naresh raised his hand and a concentrated orb of energy began to form in his palm. He thrust his hand forward, and the orb shot out, exploding in a burst of light that briefly illuminated the entire training ground.
“This move condenses spatial energy into a dense orb and then releases it in a powerful burst,” Naresh explained. “The trick is in the control. You have to create the energy without overloading it, then release it with precision.”
Naresh turned toward Arav, his expression serious. “To practice Star Burst, you need to focus on compressing space itself into a small point. Once you have that, release the energy with a controlled push. But don’t let it explode prematurely. Control is the key.”
4. Nebula Grasp (Mandakini Pash)
Naresh extended both hands forward, and the air around him seemed to ripple. Tendrils of space energy formed from his palms, reaching out and wrapping around a large rock nearby, lifting it off the ground as if it weighed nothing. The rock floated, suspended by invisible strands.
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“This is the Nebula Grasp. It allows you to bind an object or person using spatial energy. Think of it as creating an anchor in space that pulls your target toward you, restricting their movement.”
He let the rock drop and turned back to Arav. “To practice this, imagine space itself wrapping around your target. Focus not on the object but on the space between it and you. You need to manipulate the space to create tendrils that can bind. It takes time to get the grip strong enough to restrain anything significant.”
5. Astral Push (Antariksha Dhakka)
Naresh stepped forward, his stance becoming more aggressive. He extended his palm and sent a wave of space energy rushing forward, creating a shockwave that sent a nearby tree branch tumbling back.
“The Astral Push is used to create a wave of force, sending opponents or obstacles away from you. You’re using space to push them, not just brute strength.”
He looked at Arav, his expression still calm. “To practice, focus on the energy building in front of you. You’ll want to concentrate on creating a solid wave of energy that extends outward. Don’t focus on pushing the object; instead, focus on shaping the wave of space energy until it forms into a strong pulse.”
6. Dimensional Shift (Ayama Parivartan)
Naresh suddenly vanished again, his body flickering in and out of existence. For a split second, he wasn’t there, and then, as if the space itself folded around him, he reappeared to the side.
“The Dimensional Shift is the most advanced technique I’ll show you today. It allows you to shift out of phase with the world, avoiding damage or escaping dangerous situations. This move doesn’t just dodge—it changes your alignment with space itself.”
He glanced at Arav, the hint of a challenge in his eyes. “To practice this, you need to start by simply becoming aware of the spaces between things—the pauses in reality. Once you sense them, attempt to step through them. It’s not instantaneous, but with time, you’ll develop the skill.”
7. Galactic Bind (Akasha Bandhana)
Naresh raised both hands, and suddenly, the air around him thickened. A massive web of space energy appeared, connecting Naresh’s palms to a large boulder, holding it in place. The energy pulsated with a faint light as it anchored the rock in mid-air.
“The Galactic Bind allows you to immobilize an opponent or object by locking them in space,” Naresh explained. “Think of it as creating a gravitational trap. The more focused the energy, the more effective the bind.”
He turned to Arav. “To practice, focus on the space surrounding your target. You must draw the energy toward them, then use the energy to hold them still. The more precise your spatial awareness, the tighter the bind.”
8. Meteor Strike (Dhruva Prakhar)
Naresh raised his hand to the sky, and a small sphere of energy appeared above him. It rapidly expanded into a meteor-like object, crackling with power. He released it, and it hurtled toward the ground, crashing into a boulder and causing a small explosion.
“The Meteor Strike allows you to summon a small meteor from space and send it crashing into your target,” Naresh said, his tone slightly lighter. “It’s a devastating attack, and the key to mastering it is controlling the release of energy.”
He looked at Arav. “To practice this, you need to gather energy and shape it into a solid form. Imagine a meteor forming in space, then direct it toward your target. The more power you channel, the larger the impact.”
9. Eclipse Veil (Chandra Graha Chhaya)
Naresh extended his hands outward, and the light around him seemed to bend. A dark veil of energy shrouded his body, casting him into near-complete darkness, making him almost invisible.
“This is the Eclipse Veil,” Naresh explained. “It cloaks your presence in the shadows of space, making you almost impossible to detect. The key here is to focus on creating a void around you, a space that hides your form.”
He lowered his hands, and the veil dissipated. “To practice, focus on absorbing the surrounding light, using it to conceal your form. The darkness is always there in space—it’s simply a matter of channeling it.”
. Wormhole Blink (Kurmukha Sankrama)
Finally, Naresh stood still for a moment, then blinked out of existence, reappearing several feet away in the blink of an eye.
“The Wormhole Blink is a short-range teleportation move. It allows you to create a temporary wormhole that transports you from one location to another almost instantly,” Naresh explained. “This move is a bit trickier, as it requires you to stabilize the wormhole long enough for you to travel through.”
He looked at Arav seriously. “To practice, start small. Create a very short wormhole and try to move through it. The key to this technique is control. If you lose focus, the wormhole will collapse before you can enter.”
Naresh stood back, his arms folding as he observed Arav’s reaction. “These are the ten core moves of Aakasha. Each one requires time, patience, and practice. Start with the simpler techniques and work your way up. Mastery won’t happen overnight, but if you remain patient, you will succeed.”
Arav nodded, his mind buzzing with all the new information. “Thank you, Naresh,” he said earnestly. “I’ll practice each one and master them.”
Naresh smiled, his gaze softening. “Good. I look forward to seeing your progress.”
With that, the lesson for the day ended. Arav stood still for a moment, reflecting on the techniques he had just witnessed. He knew the path ahead wouldn’t be easy, but he was ready to walk it.