Chapter 67: Ch 67: Back to work
I sat in the middle of the empty grassland, staring at the sky above. The air smelled fresh, the wind gentle on my skin. Garuda soared high, his wings cutting through the clouds, while Wall-E was busy chasing a butterfly, his little wheels making faint tracks on the soft ground.
I smiled. Watching Wall-E interact with nature, I couldn't help but think, How beautiful is God's creation. It's true—people often don't understand the complexity of things until they experience them firsthand. Creating this world made me realize how intricate life really is.
My world was far from complete. Sure, I had grasslands, forests, rivers, and mountains, but it still felt... empty. A world isn't just about landscapes. It's about balance—ecosystems, weather, time, light, and darkness. The thought of all the aspects needed to make a functioning universe was overwhelming.
It made me appreciate how great the Creator must be. To design something so complex and maintain balance across infinite galaxies? That's beyond impressive.
I needed to refine my creation. It couldn't just be a floating mass in a void—I had to turn this landscape into a proper planet. I needed an atmosphere, a sun, a moon, and a solar system to give it structure.
With a wave of my hand, I began shaping my solar system.
First, I focused on my planet. I visualized it from space—a beautiful blue sphere with patches of green land and vast oceans. I added an atmosphere, ensuring it was breathable and balanced, with clouds that brought rain and winds that carried seeds.
Next, I created a sun. A massive, glowing star that would provide warmth and light to my world. It hovered in the distance, radiating a comforting golden glow.
Then came the moon. I crafted a small, rocky satellite that would control tides and stabilize my planet's axis. Its pale light would guide creatures during the night.
I stopped there for now. There was no need to rush into creating multiple galaxies. One solar system was enough to start with.
Wall-E returned to my side, his curiosity piqued as he tilted his head up at the sky.
"See that, Wall-E?" I pointed at the sun and moon. "This is our new home. What do you think?"
Wall-E's eyes blinked, and he let out a cheerful beep in response.
Garuda swooped down, landing gracefully beside me. He ruffled his feathers and looked at me with what I could only describe as a proud expression.
"Looks good, doesn't it?" I asked him.
Garuda nodded, his sharp eyes scanning the horizon. "What's next?"
"Next?" I grinned. "Back to work I guess."
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Journey to the Tomb of the Giants
After Anor Londo our next target was Gravelord Nito, the first of the dead. The journey from Firelink Shrine to the Tomb of the Giants wasn't exactly pleasant. The Catacombs were filled with traps and relentless skeletons. Even the air smelled like death and decay.
But hey, what's an adventure without a few near-death experiences, right?
Luckily, my magic came in handy. I used lumos to illuminate the pitch-black tunnels, making sure the Chosen Undead and Solaire weren't caught off guard by ambushes.
The Catacombs were no joke. Skeleton Dogs lunged out from the shadows, their glowing eyes making them look more menacing. Giant Skeletons swung massive weapons, ready to crush us.
"Stick close," I told the others, creating a barrier of reinforced webs to block incoming attacks. The webs weren't just sticky—they were as tough as steel. Any skeletons trying to push through ended up getting sliced apart.
We pressed on, taking down enemies as we went. The Chosen Undead remained silent as ever, but his determination was clear. Solaire, on the other hand, was his usual cheerful self.
"Arthur, your light magic is quite impressive," Solaire said, smashing a skeleton to bits. "You'd make an excellent sunbro!"
I chuckled. 'Bro's learning fast'
Entering the Tomb of the Giants felt like stepping into pure darkness. The only source of light was Lumos.
"Watch your step," I warned, creating a path of reinforced webs across dangerous gaps. We navigated the narrow ledges and avoided falling into the abyss below.
Skeleton Dogs charged at us, their speed making them not easy to counter. I used Maths to alter the dimensions of nearby rocks, creating barriers to slow them down or crush them. The Chosen Undead and Solaire handled the rest.
Eventually, we reached the fog gate leading to Nito's lair.
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Gravelord Nito was waiting in the center of a massive chamber, his skeletal form towering over us. He radiated death itself.
"So, you've come," Nito's voice echoed in my mind. "To claim what is mine?"
I stepped forward. "We're here for the Lord Soul."
Nito's skeletal army rose from the ground, surrounding us. "Why disturb the dead? The world above is already lost. Let it fade into darkness."
I wasn't buying it. "You've given up. But we haven't."
The fight against Nito turned chao tic as soon as it started. His skeletal minions swarmed us, and his death-infused attacks drained Solaire and Chosen Undead's health over time.
I used invisible air and webs to keep the skeletons at bay, reinforcing them with magic so they wouldn't break easily. At the same time, I used Excalibur to block Nito's sword strikes, each clash sending shockwaves through the chamber.
The Chosen Undead fought with unrelenting determination, cutting down minions and dodging Nito's attacks. Solaire provided support, his lightning-infused sword proving effective against the undead.
As the battle raged on, Nito and I exchanged words.
"You fight for a world that's already broken," Nito said. "Why cling to hope?"
"Because hope is what keeps us going," I countered. "Even in a dying world, people find reasons to fight. You've chosen passivity, but we're choosing action."
In the end, i delivered the final blow, plunging Excalibur into Nito's core.
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As Nito's form crumbled, the chamber began to shake. The Lord Soul was ours.
Solaire looked at me with newfound respect. "Your resolve is inspiring, Arthur."
I smiled. "We've still got a long way to go."
The Chosen Undead remained silent, but I could see the determination in his eyes. We were one step closer to our goal.
To Be Continued...
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