JOURNEY TOWARDS GLORY

The Earth

The year is 2579, and Earth is a shadow of its former self. The Great War had torn through nations, leaving only a few struggling remnants of civilization. The once proud empires had crumbled, and the survivors were left to rebuild in a broken world. Technology, once a symbol of humanity's advancement, had regressed as entire cities lay in ruins. Amid this chaos, Nicolas Davies, a 17-year-old boy from America, was facing a tragedy that would push him beyond the edge.

Nicolas had always been a bright and promising student. He had dreams of a future where he could do great things, help others, and make a name for himself. His parents—his beloved mother and father—had always been his support, pushing him to follow his passions. But in a world ravaged by war and loss, fate seemed to have other plans.

One cold evening, a tragedy struck. Nicolas' parents, who had been out trying to provide aid to the survivors of the war, were killed in a devastating car crash. The accident happened so suddenly, and in the blink of an eye, his entire world shattered. The people he loved most were gone.

Nicolas, left in a world devoid of the only family he had, spiraled into despair. The weight of grief was overwhelming. His parents had been his everything—his only source of hope in an unforgiving world. The war had already taken so much from him, but now, it had taken the very core of his existence.

In the midst of this anguish, Nicolas made a decision. One final, desperate decision. He could not bear the pain any longer. The future, once filled with endless possibilities, now seemed like an insurmountable wall. And so, he tried to take his own life, unable to see a way forward in a world that had left him broken and alone.

He stood on the edge of a rooftop, looking down at the city below. The once-thriving metropolis was now a husk of its former self, crumbling with every passing day. The air was thick with the stench of smoke and decay, and the streets were filled with the remnants of a world that had lost its way. It felt as though nothing mattered anymore. His heart was heavy with the weight of sorrow, and his soul was empty.

But just as he was about to end it all, a voice called out to him—a soft, gentle voice that reached through the fog of his grief. It was his aunt, Isabela.

"Nicolas," she whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. "Please… don't do this. You're all I have left. I need you. Your parents would never want you to give up."

Her words cut through him like a knife. He didn't want to hear it, but at the same time, it was the lifeline he needed. She was right—his parents had always believed in him. They had always told him that he could be great, that he had the potential to change the world. But now, he was lost, unsure of how to live in a world without them.

Tears streamed down his face as he stepped back from the edge, collapsing to his knees. Isabela had saved him that day, but the pain of losing his parents remained. He could never truly escape it.

The Hospital: A Final Decision

The days that followed were a blur. Nicolas tried to find a way to move forward, but everything felt hollow. His aunt and uncle, Jacob, had been his only family left, but even they could not fill the void his parents' deaths had created. The grief was all-consuming.

Then, one day, everything changed again.

A car accident left Nicolas severely injured, and he was rushed to the hospital. Despite all attempts to save him, the damage to his brain was extensive. The doctors gave their grim prognosis: if he survived, he would be brain-dead—nothing more than a shell of the person he had once been.

His aunt and uncle arrived at the hospital, already shattered by the loss of her sister and brother-in-law. Now, they stood over the body of their nephew, their faces etched with grief. Isabela was inconsolable, but Jacob was pragmatic, understanding the severity of the situation.

"I'm sorry," the doctor said softly. "There's nothing more we can do. Even if he wakes up, he won't be the boy he was. His mind is gone."

Isabela could barely hold herself together. She had just lost her sister, and now, it seemed like she was losing the last piece of her family. Her tears flowed freely as she looked at Nicolas lying unconscious, the boy who had once been so full of life and promise.

"How could this happen? He was going to do great things," she whispered through her sobs.

Jacob placed a hand on her shoulder, his voice calm but filled with sorrow. "Isabela, you have to think about what's best for him. Do you really want him to live like this? A shadow of himself?"

The weight of the decision crushed her. How could she make this choice? She had promised her sister she would protect Nicolas, and now, the world was asking her to let go of the only part of her family that was left.

With a final, heart-wrenching decision, Isabela whispered, "Okay… let's tell the doctor. Let him go."

The World of Xenos

In a world far beyond the reaches of Earth, an unprecedented era was fast approaching. The old powers of the Theocracy, the Empire, the Demon World, the Beast Lands, and even the seas all fought for supremacy. Each empire and kingdom had long been engaged in a struggle to dominate the land. But now, the battle had shifted. It was no longer the old warriors who fought—it was the next generation.

The world of Xenos was entering an era where prodigies were as common as sand, where geniuses emerged with unprecedented power. Those once considered weak were now beginning to rise as powerful forces in their own right. The power ceilings of Xenos were changing, and those who would take control of the world were not born out of traditional systems but out of sheer, unrelenting talent. This was a world where new prodigies were constantly being born, those with talents far beyond the reach of any generation that came before them. The future of Xenos now rested in the hands of the young—those who would rise above the rest.

In this land of magic and mystery, Demacles, a brutal subcontinent filled with monstrous creatures, the last remnants of beauty could be found in a small hill that stood at its center. It was a harsh land, filled with orcs, goblins, and the most unforgiving of environments. Yet it was here that Nicolas's soul was reborn, but with it came the weight of memories that refused to fade. 

"What... what's happening? Where am I?" he thought in a panic, trying to make sense of his surroundings. His eyes searched the unfamiliar landscape. Massive mountains loomed in the distance, and the air was thick with an unnatural humidity. Strange noises came from the surrounding woods, and a distant growl reminded him just how dangerous this world could be.

He felt a jolt of panic when he realized he couldn't remember how he got here. "Where are Mom and Dad?" he thought desperately. "Are they here with me?"

But then, a strange light appeared before him, and as it grew, a voice echoed in his mind: "Conqueror system awakens."

Suddenly, memories of this world filled his mind. He learned that this was not Earth. This world, Xenos, was a land of magic and mystery, filled with unimaginable power and dangers. His body, once weak and frail, was now brimming with potential. But more importantly, he had been given a new chance, a second life in a place where prodigies, monsters, and ancient powers collided.

The memories were overwhelming. He had been given a "system" in this new life, and with it, he could achieve greatness. But first, he needed to process the loss. He needed to mourn his parents.

"I... I can't believe it," he whispered, sinking to his knees. "I lost them. They're gone." He thought back to the moment he had heard the doctor's words, the pain of losing his parents still fresh in his heart. The emotions were raw, and grief poured over him in waves.

With a shaky breath, he stood up, wiping away the tears. "I'll honor you both," he whispered to the memory of his parents. "I'll make something of myself in this world and build a shrine in your image. I won't forget you."

His thoughts turned to the strange system. What was this power? How could it help him? With a thought, he activated it, bringing up his status screen:

Name: Nicolas Davies

Age: 17

Strength: 7 (Average for a male aged 20-30)

Speed: 8 (Average for a male aged 20-30)

Intelligence: 11 (Average for a male aged 15-20)

Magic: Nil

Inventory: Nil

Open Starter Pack

He stared in disbelief. "What's this?" he asked, his fingers trembling as he tapped to open the pack. Inside, he found a few strange items and a new magic.

Void Magic received

Basic Strength Option received

200 Pilar Gold Coins received

Nicolas felt a strange surge of power when the magic was unlocked. Void Magic—one of the thirteen rulers of magic. This was a power of destruction, capable of ripping through space and summoning black holes. He couldn't believe it. Void Magic? It was one of the most dangerous and powerful forces in Xenos, and he had it now.

His mind raced as he processed the implications. This was his chance—his chance to start over, to make something of himself in this strange new world. But he needed to test it. He needed to know how this magic worked.