Preparations

Archelous is a planet at the centre of a vast and complex universe, teeming with life, magic and technology. The planet is known for its unique combination of magic and science, which has allowed its inhabitants to achieve incredible feats of engineering and conquer the planet through the Astral Empire.

The Astral Imperium was founded several millennia ago, when the various nations and kingdoms of Archelous were at war with each other, fighting for resources and power. A group of brilliant scientists and mages from across the planet came together to form a new empire, one that would unite all of Archelous under a single banner.

They developed new technologies that allowed them to harness the power of magic and use it in conjunction with science to achieve unprecedented feats. They built flying ships that could travel faster than sound, weapons that could harness the power of the elements, and machines that could alter the very fabric of reality.

With their technological superiority and unrivalled magical power, the Astral Empire conquered every nation on the planet, including the mighty Romanum Empire, once the greatest civilisation in all of Archelous.

The gods themselves were not immune to the power of the Astral Empire. Though they were beings of immense power, the magicians of the Astral Empire had found a way to harness the energy of the gods and use it to power their machines and weapons. With this newfound power, the Astral Empire was able to subjugate even the most powerful of the divine beings and bend them to the will of humanity.

Today, Archelous is a planet ruled by the Astral Imperium. The planet has a single government dedicated to the advancement of science and magic, and seeks to explore the universe beyond its home planet.

But now their human supremacy was once again at stake.

The council of the Astral Empire was in chaos. The news of a god on the moon had created panic among the highest ranks of the Empire. They had thought they had subjugated all of the divine, but it seemed that one had managed to evade their grasp.

King Annod was livid, pacing back and forth across the room, his mind racing with possibilities. "Unacceptable!" he roared, slamming his fist onto the table. "We cannot allow a god to exist outside of our control. It threatens everything we have built."

The council members nodded, murmuring their agreement. Director Serene spoke up, her expression grave. "Your Majesty, we have already sent probes to the moon to gather information. But we must exercise caution. If this is indeed a god, we cannot simply send in a team to subjugate it."

King Annod paused, considering her words. "I understand the risks, but we cannot ignore this threat. We must send a team to the moon and assess the situation."

Minister Galen stepped forward, his voice confident. "Your Majesty, we have already sent teams before. They have not returned. We must launch a full-scale invasion, with our most skilled magicians and soldiers. We must equip them with our most advanced technologies and provide them with the support they need to neutralize this threat."

King Annod nodded in agreement. "Very well. Minister Galen, you will lead this mission. Choose your best and brightest, and give them everything they need to succeed. We cannot afford to fail."

The council members began to disperse, each taking on their assigned tasks with a renewed sense of purpose. They knew the stakes were high, but the fate of the Astral Empire was on the line. They would do whatever it took to maintain their dominance over the planet and crush any threats that dared to challenge them.

The Astral Imperium's full industrial might was summoned after the last team's data confirmed the existence of a divine being on the moon. With the industry all over Archelous converted to the construction of spaceships, scientists focused on space combat and civilian applications.

A transport spaceship was produced for the troops while the military changed its doctrine, eliminating the army, navy, air force, and special forces in favor of two branches: the Space Force and the Orbital Force.

The troops of the Astral Imperium were preparing for their mission to the moon, which would be their toughest challenge yet. They had been handpicked by Minister Galen himself, and were the best of the best, each of them highly trained and equipped with the latest in magic-infused technology.

They had spent weeks in training, getting used to their new equipment and learning how to work together as a team. The training area was a vast, sprawling complex, filled with obstacle courses, shooting ranges, and combat simulations.

The troops were currently in the shooting range, practicing with their weapons. The weapons were a marvel of technology, combining the precision of modern firearms with the destructive power of magic. The soldiers were given a brief on how the weapons work, how to activate their enchantments, and how to aim their shots.

"Remember, troops, these weapons are highly advanced and highly sensitive," barked the training officer. "One mistake, and they could malfunction, causing serious injury or death. Make sure you are fully focused and follow the protocols we've taught you."

The soldiers nodded, acknowledging the officer's words. They all wore protective gear and were using a specially designed firing range that allowed for long-range shots.

They took their positions behind the barricades, the sound of gunfire echoing throughout the range. Sparks of magical energy shot out of the guns with each shot, and the targets were reduced to nothing more than smoking husks.

After a few rounds, the troops moved on to the next stage of training. They were now in the combat simulation area, where they would face off against holographic enemies. The simulation was designed to test their combat skills, their teamwork, and their ability to adapt to changing situations.

The troops moved through the simulation, taking down the holographic enemies with ease. They moved in coordinated groups, taking cover behind barriers and flanking the enemy. The magic-infused weapons were a potent tool in their hands, and they used them with deadly efficiency.

The training officer gave them a nod of approval. "Good work, soldiers. Remember, the fate of the Astral Empire rests on your shoulders. Do not let us down."

The troops saluted and made their way back to their barracks, ready to rest and recuperate before the mission. They knew that they were about to embark on the most dangerous mission of their lives, but they were confident that they were up to the challenge.