In the ruins of Eldoria...
The civilians of eldoria were now hiding away from the wrath of the archs, the only thing on their mind being to survive
The castle was repaired and remodeled, now black with the vibes that a demon king lives inside it
Archon is currently on the throne speaking to his soldier
"Humans are so weak, to think that it was this easy to conquer a powerful kingdom as they call it just shows how p******c humans really are. I could single handedly destroy 10 of those same kingdom in less than a day. It's so p******c that it's amusing"
"Your majesty, kingdoms are beginning to ask for reinforcements from magic kingdoms, what do we do?"
"Do the most logical thing. Conquer them before the reinforcements arrive"
"The king of the Viscon Kingdom has spoken up and said that he'll make sure he'll stop any Arch from attacking"
Those words made an evil chuckle escape from Archon's mouth
"The fooliness humans have... he thinks he can defeat me? My stature demands respect to everyone facing me, my voice commands souls and my power makes even the mightiest gods kneel. Yet he thinks that a human as himself will be able to stop me? I have 1 million soldiers under me, and even so, no sword can scratch me and magic just tickles me, the foolinesh is unbelievable. Destroy that kingdom"
"Yes, your majesty!"
The soldier then gets up and leaves
***
The group is currently traveling through a forest because Sahin told them they're gonna arive in a nice place where they'll be able to rest.
"Say, old man... you said you'll begin telling us about magic as we'll walk"
"Oh, yeah! Good reminder, Seren!"
"I also have something I want to ask, old man"
"What is it, Zorn?"
"Weren't nobles and royalty the only ones who gain powers? How come we commoners awakened our powers"
"Well commoners can awaken powers too, nobles just have way more mana. But that doesn't make you any less special, it wont hurt to practice everyday, we'll even have to find magical weapons for some of you"
"I want a scythe!"
"Dont be so hasty, Zorn. Oh and also, you'll need to name every move you create since it can make it significantly stronger"
"How does a name can make a move stronger?"
"Well that's a great question, Horatius! A name can tighten the bond betwen the user and power which makes it stronger. Like in training your power only gets stronger since training you get accustomed to the power and create a bond with it"
Rami then sighs dramatically then says
"Old man! When are we even going? I'm hungry, my legs are gonna fall down!"
"Were going to a town located still in Lylit, Maceiston. It's a town with many magical things that'll help us in the adventure"
***
Maceiston
We group had just arrived at Maceiston, which is like something you only find in legends
The whole place is filled with warriors who are looking for better equipment, upcoming warriors, and contests, basically the dream of every warrior.
"Wooooow!"
Exclaims Rami as he immediately runs to a eating contests
"Well seems like one of us is already missing"
Said Horatius with an annoyed look before Sahin also begins speaking
"Well it doesn't really matter. We came here to join some contests and get equipment. I can't imagine Rami as a person who'll wield a weapon. Whoever isn't interested in using weapons can go in doing their own thing"
Sahin then goes inside a store with the rest following behind
The moment they take their first step inside the second the cashier turns his attention to them.
The cashier is an old man who's already smilling, but has a mysterious aura around him and he also keeps his eyes closed which makes everyone wonder how can he notice everything around him
"Hey there, old man Min"
The old man smiles softly and says "it's been a while, Sahin... you sure got mature"
"Did I? That's cool"
"What have you came here for?"
"Well I need to get some equipment for these kids"
The old man looks towards the group then chuckles as he speaks
"I can help with that"
The old man then walks towards the group staring them up and down then stops in front of Zorn
"What weapon do you want?"
"A scythe!"
"A scythe...?"
"Yes, don't make me repeat myself"
"Why a scythe? A scythe can be a disadvantage in some situations in battles"
"Because scythes are cool! Why would I fight with something uncool?"
"Hmm... I guess a warrior does need to be cool to gain an audience... yes I have alot of scythes, from ones containing a main magic elements to ones containing dark magic. Follow me"
The old man then leads Zorn to the scythes category which immediately brings a smile to Zorn's face as he picks up a scythe containing dark magic then...
Swing, swing
He immediately begins swinging the scythe, testing it out
The scythe moves smoothly in Zorn's grip until Zorn accidentally releases some dark magic from the scythe harming himself.
It's not serious, all that happened was a small cut of his ear and a bit of his hair cut.
The old man then says
"You should be more careful how you're swinging that... it's magical force is incredible powerful, it can cut through a whole mountain if used by an exceptional warrior"
"I know, I know, no need to tell me!"
The old man then turns to Seren then begins speaking as he slowly aproaches him
Tap... tap
"Hey you"
"M-me?"
"Who else? Am I looking somewhere else?"
"I guess not... my apolo-"
Thud!
Seren didn't even get the change to finish what he was about to say before the old man punches him in the gut taking the breath out of him
Huff... huff
"W-what was that... for?"
The old man looked at Seren with annoyance as he began speaking
"A warrior with a aura like yours shouldn't ever apologize unless it's something extremely serious. And not only with a strong presence, any warrior no matter how big or strong shouldn't ever apologize! Now come, I had a long sword perfect for you. I've been keeping it for 5 years now... you see i don't just sell my magical weapons, I want them to find a suitable host for them, someone who cab wield them to the fullest extend"
The old man then goes to his private office with Seren slowly following behind him holding onto his gut
In the office the old man takes a chest then open it revealing a fascinating long sword... it didn't really looked any diffrent from a normal sword but it's presence was one that hints that it was only used by mighty people
Whoa!
Seren gently picked up the long sword with a fascinated expresion not believing that such weapon will actually be his.
"Are you serious old man?"
"Why wouldn't I be? You think I'm some kind of jokster?"
"I guess not..."
Seren scratches the back of his neck as he looks down at the sword before saying
"You were a warrior when you were young weren't you? I don't know who are you but... I think you were a great one"
Thwach!
The old man sharply delivers a quick slap behind Seren's head as he says
"You won't live much longer if you'll open up to everyone... especially of those will be enemies. Now go, my private office isn't for you to chill in"
"Right away, sir!"
Seren then immediately walks out the office fearing yet another strike.
As Seren is retreating Sahin glares at the others then asks
"Aren't you gonna get any weapons? This is your only change before we continue our journey until we'll find another major town"
Horatius giving no change to the others to even open their mouths is the first one to speak
"Absolutely not... it'll be an insult to I and my powers to even think about wielding a weapon when I can stop time"
"You know a weapon wouldn't hurt, you're a beginner, what could some seconds of time stopping be an advantage for?"
Barged the old man which earned him a death glare from Horatius
"Dont speak without thinking, old man... learn to mind your own business and keep to your p******c powers"
"Well I like your attitude. Fitting of a warrior"
"I dont need your opinion"
Thud!
And with that Horatius stormed out the building.
"Kids these days have their pride too big"
"Well anyway"
Said Sahin as he looked at the others then continued
"Are you all sure you don't want a weapon?"
Zio just shakes his head at the question
"I don't need a weapon"
Replied Bellator with
"I see... then let's get going"
The group then made their way out the building but before Sahin coukd step out the old man spoke up
"Wait, Sahin... mind if I take a little bit of your time?"
"No, it's alright"
"Then come sit down'
Sahin and the old men both sit down at a table
"So, whats up, old man Min?"
"I couldn't help myself but wonder... is this adventure to defeat the archs?"
"Mhm, it pretty much is"
"I see... well I know that if there's anyone who can do it that it is you"
"You're giving me too much credit"
"Maybe I am... I can tell you haven't trained those kids, you'll regret it in the near future when you'll come across the archs, it is true that those kids do have alot of potential but to get from Lylit to Eldoria is only a 3 months adventure, excluding powers and the fact that the archs might spread their conquest even further than Eldoria which will give you even less time to train the kids, it's simply not enough for them to even be useful"
"But I'm not going straight to Eldoria"
"Hmm...? Well now that intrigues me, what are you planning?"
"I'm going to magical kingdoms first... that's where they'll learn the fastest... I'm not d***b to send ourselves to our graves"
"I see... seems like you haven't changed over the years... still taking things slow... that's great"
Sahin then chuckles as he responds with
"Never thought I'd ever hear you say that, old man Min"
"Dont used to it, brat"
The old man softly glances at Sahin before his expresion coldens
"Also be vigilant, magic is starting to take a turn where even magicless people can use it, people are beginning to create spells who people who originally couldn't do some things can now can... luckily right now the only spells that are sold are spells for the main 4 elements magic... but the higher nobility might have spells of way stronger magic abilities... be vigilant to not make an enemy out of anyone while on your adventure. You already have alot on your shoulders, even more might break you"
"Dont worry I won't get break... but Roger that, I won't make an enemy out of anyone"
"Oh and also, I heard that in a nearby village there is a group of bandits that are causing a huge mess, you should check it out, it'll also be a great opportunity for the kids to evolve"
"Well that sure is a exciting news, I'll make sure to check it out"
Sahin then gets up and look at the old man with a smirk
"It was great talking with you after those years, take care"
"You too, make sure to not get in trouble"
"Yeah, yeah!"
And with that Sahin also left the store
Sigh...
Where have those brats ran off to?...