(HISTORY)

500 years ago, there was an Axinite Antler named Tangsari who was known for his immense strength and unparalleled kindness. His cheerful demeanor endeared him to everyone regardless of their status.

As the right-hand man of the king, Tangsari was highly trusted and favored by the monarch. His advice and bravery had guided the kingdom through numerous challenges, and his presence was seen as a pillar of strength and wisdom.

However, a significant turning point occurred when the king ordered Tangsari to either eliminate or expel the Tias from the kingdom. The Tias were a group of people who lacked the magical powers known as Astakona, which distinguished the residents of Apokarpa.

Despite the king's command, Tangsari's compassionate nature prevented him from carrying out this order. He believed that the Tias were just as human as the rest of the population, despite their lack of Astakona. Tangsari saw the inherent value and humanity in every individual, and he could not justify the persecution of an entire group based solely on their lack of magical abilities.

Determined to protect the Tias, Tangsari secretly worked behind the scenes to ensure their safety. He provided the Tias with a place to live in his own village, ensuring they had food, shelter, and even land to cultivate for their daily sustenance.

Tangsari's village, hidden amidst the dense forests and rugged terrain, became a sanctuary for the Tias. He discreetly organized the delivery of supplies, medical aid, and other necessities, all while maintaining the façade of obedience to the king's decree.

Although they were isolated from the other Astakona-bearing residents of Apokarpa, Tangsari did everything in his power to support them. He often visited the Tias under the cover of night, offering words of encouragement and solidarity, and assuring them of his unwavering commitment to their well-being.

One fateful day, Tangsari's secret efforts were uncovered. The ministers, ever vigilant and suspicious of Tangsari's activities, had been monitoring his movements. They informed the king that Tangsari had betrayed his command by not expelling the Tias. The ministers, driven by jealousy and a desire to undermine Tangsari, saw this as the perfect opportunity to tarnish his reputation and diminish his influence.

The king was furious upon hearing this, feeling both betrayed and humiliated by Tangsari's disobedience. He summoned to the royal court. Tangsari stood before the king and his council. The ministers, envious of Tangsari's popularity and close relationship with the king, urged the king to punish him severely. They painted a picture of Tangsari as a traitor who had willfully defied royal orders, putting the kingdom at risk.

Tangsari, deeply apologetic, pleaded for forgiveness. He explained his actions, emphasizing his belief in the fundamental equality and dignity of all people, regardless of their magical abilities. He spoke passionately about the Tias' plight and his moral duty to protect them. The king, recognizing Tangsari's numerous contributions to the kingdom and moved by his heartfelt plea, chose to pardon him instead.

The ministers, still dissatisfied with the king's leniency towards Tangsari, concocted a sinister plan to further discredit him. They spread insidious rumors among the Tias, whispering that Tangsari had been manipulating them for his own gain.

A minister's spy, disguised as a Tias, infiltrated their community and falsely claimed that Tangsari planned to betray them. The spy even suggested that there was a place where they could find great wealth, sowing seeds of greed and mistrust within the community.

Despite Tangsari's earnest warnings and his provision of a safe haven in Tangsari's Village, the Tias, once steadfast and loyal, ignored his advice. Blinded by the alluring promise of riches, they gradually moved to a mining area, hoping to improve their fortunes.

At first, only a few daring individuals ventured to the mines, but over time, the entire Tias community relocated there, leaving behind the safety and comfort of Tangsari's Village.

The ministers, emboldened by their initial success, devised an even more elaborate plot to undermine Tangsari. They informed the king about a mythical Axinite stone that purportedly granted eternal life.

The ministers suggested that if this stone could be found, it would bestow immortality upon its possessor. They proposed that Tangsari, being the strongest and most capable Antler, was the ideal candidate for this perilous quest. Their true motive was to send Tangsari on a dangerous mission, hoping he would never return and thus eliminate their rival.

Tangsari was torn by the king's order, struggling with the ethical implications of the task. The king, highlighting the importance of the Axinite stone to the kingdom's future, joined the search party personally. They embarked on a difficult journey through dangerous terrains and dense forests, guided by ancient maps and cryptic clues. After weeks of hard travel and many perilous encounters, they finally found the Axinite stone inside the delicate shell of a Meloidee egg.

The Meloidee, a beautiful and graceful creature, was captured by the soldiers, presenting Tangsari with a profound moral dilemma. He knew that destroying the egg to retrieve the stone would betray his principles and harm an innocent creature. However, the pressure from the king and the ministers was immense. In a moment of inner conflict and desperation, Tangsari destroyed the egg, freeing the stone but compromising his integrity.

Although they succeeded in obtaining the stone, its brilliance dimmed upon their return to the palace. The once radiant Axinite stone now appeared dull and lifeless, reflecting the moral cost at which it was obtained. This weighed heavily on Tangsari's conscience, and news of his actions spread quickly throughout the kingdom, tarnishing his once-pristine reputation.

Meanwhile, the ministers, though pleased with their initial success, found their victory hollow. The Axinite stone, devoid of its mystical properties, became a symbol of their treachery. The king, observing the stone's lack of brilliance and the unrest it caused, began to question the motives behind the mission.

In a fury, the enraged Meloidee launched a retaliatory assault on Apokarpa, its wrath amplified by the destruction of its offspring. The Meloidee's rage manifested in a swarm of smaller, vicious beetles that descended upon the city, causing chaos and destruction. The soldiers, unprepared for the ferocity of the Meloidee's attack, struggled to fend off the onslaught, their weapons and defenses proving ineffective against the sheer number and ferocity of the creatures.

Determined to rectify his mistake and save his people, Tangsari ventured forth to confront the rampaging Meloidee. As he approached the scene of devastation, he saw firsthand the havoc wrought by the enraged creature and its minions. The battle that ensued was intense and grueling, with Tangsari pitting his strength and skill against the formidable power of the Meloidee. Despite the odds, Tangsari's determination and power eventually led him to victory.

Instead of taking further revenge on the defeated Meloidee, Tangsari chose a different path. He decided to imprison the creature underground in the remote village of Lombongan, a place far from the rest of the kingdom where the Tias lived.

When Tangsari arrived in Lombongan village, he saw the people he had once saved. The Tias, who had left Tangsari Village in search of wealth, faced harsh consequences in the mining area. The promises of riches turned out to be false, and they found themselves trapped in a harsh and unforgiving environment. They had once lived as normal, free people, but now they had become slaves of the kingdom, recognized as the lowest status in the community, toiling endlessly with no hope of escape.

As Tangsari passed by the village without greeting them, the Tias watched him with a mix of shame and longing. They whispered among themselves about his warnings, which echoed in their minds like a haunting refrain. Their faces showed deep regret for their betrayal. They desperately sought his forgiveness, hoping for a chance at redemption. However, Tangsari hardened by his own burdens and the weight of their betrayal. He just walked past them without a word or a glance since his heart too heavy to care.

Since the incident, Tangsari withdrew from the public eye, seeking solace and redemption. He realized that his existence had inadvertently caused a bloody conflict between innocent creatures and human. Stricken with guilt and the desire to prevent further bloodshed, Tangsari decided that his presence was a catalyst for violence and discord.

Two centuries later, the world faced its greatest conflict as the Antlers clashed with the Striga, a powerful force attacking every corner of the globe. Cities crumbled, and societies teetered on the brink of collapse. During this chaotic time, Tangsari's legacy lived on as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and the complex nature of heroism, inspiring many to stand firm against the onslaught.

After the war, Tangsari mysteriously orchestrated his own disappearance to ensure his influence wouldn't cause more conflict. He vanished without a trace, leaving behind only cryptic clues about his whereabouts. His legacy was remembered as his heroic deeds and the peace he brought were celebrated in stories. At the same time, he become legend to Apokarpa. Over time, his true story faded into myth, and people began to question if he had ever really existed or if he was just a character from ancient folklore