Chapter 1 - New Wake
Beneath the azure expanse of the sky, where the sun’s golden rays painted the land in hues of warmth and vitality, a world lay dormant, its inhabitants oblivious to the extraordinary
transformation that awaited them. The air was still, the trees stood sentinel, and the symphony of nature played on, untouched by the impending metamorphosis.
One fateful morning, as the first rays of dawn kissed the horizon, a sudden tremor rippled through the earth’s crust, awakening the slumbering world from its tranquil state. A cacophony of sounds erupted – the chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves, the gentle sway of trees, all harmonizing with the awakening world.
Then, as if from nowhere, a deafening roar shattered the tranquillity, followed by an incandescent flash that engulfed the entire planet. The world held its breath, frozen in anticipation of the cataclysmic event that was about to unfold.
From that moment on, the world embarked on a journey of metamorphosis, its very essence transformed by the influence of celestial orbs that descended from the heavens. These orbs, radiating with an ethereal glow, hovered in the skies, their presence casting a spellbinding aura over the land.
Their influence was immediate and profound, altering the very fabric of reality. Continents that had lain dormant for millennia stirred to life, their ancient tectonic plates shifting and realigning. New islands emerged from the depths of the oceans, their verdant shores promising new beginnings.
The orbs’ influence extended to the very elements, causing weather patterns to shift, temperatures to fluctuate, and landscapes to metamorphose. Lush forests replaced barren deserts, while towering mountains rose from the plains, their peaks piercing the heavens.
As the world reshaped itself, humanity found itself adapting to this extraordinary transformation. Initially, the orbs bestowed upon individuals incredible talents, allowing them to perceive the world in ways previously unimaginable. These “takers,” as they came to be known, could manipulate the very essence around them, bending reality to their will.
However, with power comes corruption, and the takers’ newfound abilities soon become a source of conflict. Greed and ambition took hold, and the world was plunged into a devastating war, as factions vied for control of the orbs and the power they held.
For a decade, the world was ravaged by conflict, its once vibrant landscapes scarred by the ravages of war. Buildings crumbled to dust, families were torn apart, and countless lives were lost. The future seemed bleak, shrouded in the darkness of despair.
Yet, amidst the chaos, a glimmer of hope emerged. As the war raged on, a new form of currency began to materialize from the earth – crystal essence. These shimmering crystals, infused with the power of the orbs, quickly became the world’s most valuable commodity, replacing traditional forms of currency.
As crystal essence gained prominence, a new era dawned. Organizations and individuals began to harness its power, utilizing it to enhance their abilities and fuel their ambitions. The world was transformed once again, as crystal essence became the driving force behind progress and innovation.
With the introduction of crystal essence, the war began to subside. Nations, recognizing its potential, adopted it as their official currency, fostering cooperation and trade. The world, battered but unbowed, began to heal.
In the aftermath of the war, a new era of peace and prosperity blossomed. People turned their attention to understanding the orbs and their powers, seeking to unravel the secrets of their celestial origins. Experts and scholars dedicated their lives to studying these enigmatic spheres, classifying them based on their unique properties and the abilities they bestowed.
The orbs were categorized into five distinct classes: ordinary, common, extraordinary, rare, and divine. Each class possessed varying levels of power and potential, granting their wielders extraordinary abilities that could shape the world in profound ways.
Among the orbs, the Divine Orb held a special place, revered as the embodiment of celestial power. It was said to contain the essence of the gods, its influence capable of shaping the very destiny of the world.
Those who possessed orbs and mastered their powers became known as takers, their influence growing with their understanding of these celestial spheres. Their abilities were passed down through generations, creating powerful dynasties that wielded immense power.
Ten years after the orbs’ descent, scholars and experts finally unlocked the secrets of harnessing their energy, developing a system to measure the levels of power and abilities possessed by takers. This system, known as Ranks categorized takers into thirteen distinct levels:
Newbie, Warrior, Warlord, General, Duke, Marquess, Earl, Viscount, Baron, King, Emperor, Saint, True God.
As takers ascended the ranks, their influence and power grew exponentially. They became the centre of attention. Massive Organizations were tirelessly looking for new takers to recruit either by will or by force.
Some low-profile people are choosing not to take or possess orb or anything that my related to it. They were afraid to be besieged by bigger forces and would have no choice but to be enslaved.
Greed and Power still blinded humans, using them to oppress and to get what they want.
High-ranking takers choose to lead organizations to expand their influence and power. With the world reborn, the names of all places and territories are all changed. Kingdoms and Empire are now rising, and old traditions and cultures are all left in the past.
As time goes by, experts discover very special takers and are considered to be one of the most valuable takers. They call it “Seekers”, seekers don’t have any fighting powers but they possess information and knowledge that no others have. Information bestowed by the orb they possess.
Most seekers are already owned by Kingdoms and Empires and of course, they are also categorized by classes. The higher the classes of orb they possess the more information and knowledge they have.
Alchemists, blacksmiths, seekers, supports, healers and fighters are all discovered using the seeker information -- The seeker called it a taker’s category.
Alchemists and blacksmiths are the most valued of all categories as there are quite a few of them together with the seekers. Even low-class one is no exceptions and harboring any individuals with this category for themselves are punishable by death or you may be chased by the Empires and Kingdoms.
Alchemists are responsible for refining pills, pills that could help and enhance takers. The blacksmith is responsible for making enhanced weapons and armour. These takers are being respected like the King, Queen, Emperor and Empress.
Every taker has a distinct aura based on their ranks. The stronger the aura they displayed the higher their ranks are.
Finally, humans settle into this new reborn world.
