Chapter 63

Build yourself while you're still young and have the time to do so.

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"The Elysians underestimated the consciousness they imbued in their creations," Dr. Sinclair explained. "Over time, these entities developed their own will, rebelling against their creators. The Elysians attempted to seal them away, but in doing so, they fragmented their own civilization, scattering the ATechs across the world."

Wil absorbed the information, his mind racing. "And now these entities are resurfacing."

"Yes," Dr. Sinclair confirmed. "Your recent encounters are just the beginning. We believe there are several more rifts across the globe, each one a potential entry point for these entities. Your mission is to find and seal these rifts before the Phantoms and Infernals overwhelm our world."

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The next few days were a blur of preparation and upgrades. Each team member's ATech was enhanced further, integrating new knowledge derived from their recent battles.