Time flies.
A million years may have passed, but for the mythical world, it was nothing more than a fleeting moment.
However...
The entire mythical world has shifted into a completely off-course state. You could even say it's entered a very strange condition, giving people an odd feeling, as if something is fundamentally wrong!
"Roar!"
With a wild, bestial roar, a beastman with the head of a lion and the body of a human launched an attack against a group of dwarves—short but solid, their muscles as hard as iron.
"For the tribe!"
"For glory!"
On the surface world, wars had broken out without anyone knowing exactly when they began.
One after another, different races engaged in terrifying battles.
These races...
All of them were born during this million-year period. In fact, the whole situation gives an odd impression.
The Silver Age.
This era is particularly special, as it marks the birth of all the various races of demihumans and extraordinary beings. All non-human species will emerge during this time.
For these strange races and demihumans, they are fighting for the title of protagonist in this world.
And yet...
Humans are supposed to be the true protagonists. Human heroes are destined to rise, defeating these creatures and foiling the gods' plans, thus becoming the real champions.
And so...
They will lead humanity to truly claim the position of the world's main character.
That was the script of the story.
But now?
Things seem to have taken a drastic turn. Humans have not even been born yet, but all sorts of strange races have already appeared, sending the Heroic Age spiraling wildly out of control, as if it's taken off on its own trajectory.
This shift, in some ways, isn't necessarily a bad thing. On the contrary, it has become the most intriguing development, especially for the gods.
According to the original flow of the mythical world, humans were meant to emerge as the main characters—virtually undefeatable.
To be more precise.
Humans are the protagonists, a status that is nearly impossible to overturn. This is an absolute truth! From any perspective, it's just how things are meant to be.
But!
Nothing is ever truly set in stone. Even with the smallest of chances, the gods always wanted to test the limits. That's why they created strange races and demihumans to compete for the role of the protagonist.
If they truly succeeded?
It would be huge!
A god who became the deity of a race that ruled the mythical world as the protagonist could easily rise to the status of a primordial god. Perhaps, with a bit of luck, even a Creator God wouldn't be out of reach.
As for becoming a True God?
That's less likely. The faith power from ruling just one mythical world wouldn't be enough for that. Still, it would be an astounding achievement.
Under normal circumstances, the gods participate in this gamble, hoping to seize any possible opportunity. But how slim is this chance?
Actually!
A bit of thought reveals that the odds are incredibly low—almost negligible.
But now, things are vastly different, thanks to the arrival of the Creator God and the Earth Goddess. What once seemed impossible now feels genuinely possible.
If...
What was once considered a miracle is now regarded as a possibility.
A probability that once stood at 0.000001% has now risen to 1%.
The difference between the two is staggering. Anyone who isn't foolish can see this clearly because the potential implications are immense.
A miracle!
A possibility!
These two concepts have given the gods a glimpse of opportunity. As for whether they can survive and emerge victorious in a competitive game where all the most powerful races are fighting for dominance?
That's hard to say!
But regardless, they are going to try. This is an opportunity to soar to the heavens in one step. If they don't even dare to try, that would be utterly laughable.
Because of this.
The gods have all created their own races, laying the foundations for their efforts as quickly as possible.
And yet!
The Underworld King, Sea Emperor, and Celestial Emperor have not made a move. It seems as though they are all quietly waiting for something. These three God-Kings haven't truly joined the game yet, and no one knows what will happen when they do.
Many things are like this.
No matter how fierce the struggles of others become, if the real powerhouses don't enter the fray, then the situation remains unpredictable.
In short.
Once again, the opportunity is here. Regardless of the outcome, no one will give up—they will all fight for it at least once.
"..."
Prometheus walked quietly on the surface world, observing the endless battles between the races. He remained silent, as if deep in thought.
As time passed, Prometheus's fear gradually receded. Or rather, he was slowly regaining his calm.
However.
This was only a gradual recovery. If someone claimed Prometheus had completely freed himself from everything? Clearly, that would be impossible.
This much.
A little reflection would make it clear.
For the God of Wisdom, if it were truly that easy to overcome, it wouldn't even be considered a problem.
"..."
"Sigh!"
Prometheus sighed softly, muttering to himself, "Facing such a terrifying force, you still want to fight? Even if the possibility is right in front of you, do you really have the qualifications, the chance, the ability to seize that possibility?"
In Prometheus's view, the idea was simply laughable.
The Titans, with their giant bloodline!
The Titan Giants!
This race is nearly invincible on the surface world, sweeping through all their enemies. Prometheus could not imagine how the Titans could possibly be defeated.
In this war between countless races, the gods cannot intervene directly. Otherwise, they might have to deal with the Earth Goddess herself.
Because of this!
Everything now lies before them. As for how the situation will unfold? Anyone who understands what's at stake already knows the answer. Prometheus couldn't fathom where this sudden surge of bravery came from.
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