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The moon hung blood-red over Gotham City, casting an eerie glow on the rubble-strewn streets below. Patrick Bateman stood atop a shattered skyscraper, his crimson cloak fluttering in the wind. The city was his canvas, painted with chaos, destruction, and blood. Every step he took resonated with power, the ground beneath him trembling. He had become a god in his own right, a Blood God who ruled through fear and unparalleled strength.

The transformation had been agonizing, but Bateman relished every moment of it. The serums, the experiments, the lightning strikes—they had all culminated in his ascension. His veins pulsed with the power of the Extremis virus, the Golden Sentry Serum, and countless other enhancements. His flesh was resilient beyond comprehension, his mind sharp as a blade. But it was the Bloodstone that truly completed him, a relic of untold power that amplified his every desire.

Below him, the city burned. Fires raged uncontrollably, casting long shadows that danced with the screams of the dying. Bateman closed his eyes, feeling the life essence of every soul within the city. It was intoxicating. He could sense their fear, their desperation, and their futile hopes. With a simple thought, he could snuff them out or plunge them into madness.

The Society had pledged their loyalty, bowing before his newfound power. Villains from across the globe had gathered in Gotham, drawn by Bateman's dominance and the promise of a new world order. He stood among them as a king, his presence both inspiring and terrifying. Even the most formidable villains—Magneto, Doctor Doom, and Apocalypse—acknowledged his supremacy.

"We are no longer just pawns in their game," Bateman declared during one of his fiery speeches to the Society. His voice echoed across the darkened halls of their stronghold, each word laced with venom and conviction. "We are gods among mortals, and we will reshape this world in our image."

His followers roared in agreement, their voices a symphony of rage and ambition. They had suffered too long under the thumb of heroes, always relegated to the shadows. But under Bateman's rule, the villains were ascendant. They raided cities, dismantled institutions, and struck fear into the hearts of those who once dared oppose them.

Yet Bateman's ambitions went beyond the Society. He sought to transcend even the concept of mortality. His experiments with scientists, mystics, and technologists had borne fruit, transforming him into a hybrid of science and sorcery. He had fused his own blood with the Bloodstone, creating an unholy connection that made him immortal in every sense of the word.

As he walked through the crumbled streets of Gotham, Bateman encountered a group of mutants who had taken refuge in an abandoned church. Their leader, a young girl with the ability to manipulate light, stepped forward, trembling yet defiant. "You don't have to do this," she pleaded, her voice shaking.

"You're right," Bateman said, his lips curling into a cold smile. "I don't have to. But I want to." With a wave of his hand, the Bloodstone flared, and the mutants' bodies contorted in agony. Their life force drained into him, their screams fading into silence. The once-bright sanctuary dimmed, now a hollow shell.

Each death made him stronger. He could feel the powers of the mutants merging with his own, their abilities adding to his already overwhelming arsenal. He reveled in it, the rush of strength, the thrill of domination. The Blood God cared not for morality or mercy; he was driven by an unquenchable thirst for supremacy.

News of Bateman's atrocities spread like wildfire, reaching even the most distant corners of the world. Heroes gathered in secret, their ranks battered and diminished. The death of Jubilee had shaken them to their core, and now Bateman's actions only deepened their resolve. They plotted in the shadows, determined to find a way to stop him.

Among the heroes was Bruce Wayne, who had narrowly survived his previous encounter with Bateman. Batman had spent countless hours analyzing his foe, studying every move, every pattern. But Bateman was unlike any adversary he had faced before—a perfect storm of intelligence, brutality, and raw power.

"He's not just a man," Batman said during a clandestine meeting with Superman and Wonder Woman. "He's something else. Something worse. If we don't stop him now, there won't be a world left to save."

But stopping Bateman was easier said than done. He had fortified Gotham, turning it into an impenetrable fortress. His army of villains patrolled the streets, ensuring that no hero could enter undetected. The skies were guarded by drones armed with advanced weaponry, and the sewers were filled with deadly traps.

Meanwhile, Bateman continued his experiments. He had captured several meta-humans and mutants, subjecting them to horrific tests. Their powers were stripped and absorbed into his own body, making him even more formidable. The process was gruesome, but Bateman saw it as a necessary sacrifice for his ultimate goal.

Among his captives was a young scientist who had once worked for Tony Stark. She had developed a prototype device capable of amplifying human abilities, a technology that Bateman eagerly integrated into his arsenal. With it, he could push his powers to unimaginable levels, bending reality itself.

As days turned into weeks, Bateman's influence spread beyond Gotham. Cities fell under his control, their leaders either submitting or meeting grisly ends. The Blood God's empire was growing, a dark tide that threatened to consume the entire planet. Resistance was crushed with ruthless efficiency.

Yet Bateman's mind was not at peace. Despite his overwhelming power, he felt a gnawing emptiness—a void that no amount of bloodshed could fill. He often found himself standing alone in the ruins of his city, staring into the distance as if searching for something he couldn't name.

The Society noticed his restlessness but dared not question it. They feared him as much as they revered him, knowing that any sign of dissent would result in their swift and brutal demise. Even the most cunning villains treaded carefully around the Blood God, their loyalty born more of fear than admiration.

One night, Bateman stood atop the remnants of Wayne Tower, gazing at the horizon. The city was quiet, save for the distant crackle of fire and the occasional scream. He closed his eyes and let the wind whip through his hair, savoring the silence. But deep down, he knew it wouldn't last.

His thoughts were interrupted by the arrival of a messenger, a low-ranking member of the Society. The man trembled as he approached, his voice barely above a whisper. "My lord, the heroes are mobilizing. They're planning an assault."

Bateman's lips curled into a sinister grin. "Let them come," he said, his voice dripping with malice. "I'll show them the true meaning of despair."

The following days were a flurry of preparations. Bateman fortified his defenses, summoning the full might of the Society to Gotham. He relished the thought of the heroes walking into his trap, their hope crushed under the weight of his power.

When the assault finally came, it was chaos. Heroes and villains clashed in the streets, their battles shaking the very foundations of the city. Bateman watched from above, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. He could feel the Bloodstone pulsing, eager to unleash its fury.

Superman was the first to breach his inner sanctum, his cape billowing as he charged at Bateman with unrelenting force. But the Blood God was ready. He raised his hand, and a wave of crimson energy surged forward, slamming into the Man of Steel and sending him crashing into a wall.

Wonder Woman followed, her sword gleaming as she lunged at Bateman. Their blades clashed, sparks flying as the two titans fought with unmatched ferocity. But Bateman's strength was overwhelming, his strikes forcing the Amazonian warrior to retreat.

Batman was the last to enter, his movements calculated and precise. He had come prepared, armed with gadgets and strategies designed specifically to counter Bateman's abilities. The two men faced off, their eyes locked in a battle of wills.

"You can't win," Batman said, his voice calm yet firm. "This isn't power. It's madness."

"Madness?" Bateman laughed, his voice echoing through the chamber. "Madness is thinking you can stop me. I am beyond you, beyond all of you. I am a god."

The battle raged on, each blow shaking the city to its core. In the end, the heroes were forced to retreat, their forces decimated. But Bateman did not emerge unscathed. His body bore the marks of their resistance, his mind haunted by the realization that even gods could bleed.