157: The Martial Emporer's Inheritance [Solo Version]
General Summary
Background
In the northern lands, relics and ruins of the past are scattered across the landscape, each telling its own story. One such tale is that of a powerful warlord who, despite his immense strength—capable of striking down a mountain in seconds—chose a path of peace. Rather than ruling through power, he sought to cultivate strength while emphasizing the importance of restraint. As time passed, the warlord accepted his eventual demise, allowing death to claim him naturally. However, his legacy endured. To leave his mark on the world, he created a Proving Ground filled with the spirits and intents of the fallen. This ground was meant to test the resolve of those who came, with a great stone guardian ensuring peace.Discovery and Challenges
A chronomancer discovered this Proving Ground, noting its excellent preservation, possibly due to latent magic. The site offered two challenges: one to test individual abilities and the other to test the abilities of many. It was expected that only someone who had reached the zenith of power could pass all four tests, but the chronomancer was undeterred. She succeeded in three of the four tests:- Defeating beasts arrayed against her.
- Overcoming monsters that fought her.
- Besting a great general from the past.
The Fracture and Its Consequences
The crack she created did not lead directly back to the material plane but instead ventured into unknown worlds. The warlord had ensured that his tests would not kill or harm the test-takers, layering protections to prevent great mishaps. This protection caused a strange fracture, felt many years into the future. The chronomancer found herself walking the material plane twice over. One self remained in the world of the mirage, while the other found itself in lands far away, accompanied by the four spirits she had fought. Future Implications With these companions beside her, the chronomancer's future actions remain a mystery. What she will pursue and accomplish is yet to be seen, as the time when the mirage connects to other worlds lies far in the future.Legacy and Reward
Her actions did not go unrewarded. The warlord’s legacy granted her a stone of great power, capable of calling back to time itself—a heart that still beat with the ancient powers of her homeland.
Report Date
03 Aug 2024
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