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Chapter 1 - Chapter 1

A.N. If you like my fanfiction ideas then I hope you guys can give this a chance. I hope you guys can tell me what you don't like about it, so I may adjust it to make it a better story.

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The sky was a vast, endless expanse of swirling colors—deep blues and purples melting into golden streaks that shimmered like liquid sunlight. Suspended high above the void, massive islands of stone and crystal drifted in serene silence, their edges fringed with waterfalls that cascaded endlessly into the abyss below. Bridges of glowing runes connected these celestial lands, forming a network of pathways that seemed to weave through the very fabric of existence.

This was the Sanctuary, the heart of the universe—a place untouched by war, governed only by those who wielded power not for dominion, but for the sake of balance. Here, in the grand citadel at the center of the floating isles, the Guardians convened.

The great hall of the citadel was carved from the very essence of the cosmos, its walls shifting with the glow of distant stars. The floor gleamed like polished marble, yet it held the softness of cloud underfoot. At the heart of the chamber, a circular table stood, ancient and unbreakable, inscribed with symbols that predated even the oldest civilizations.

Seven figures sat around it, each clad in armor that spoke of their nature and purpose.

At the head of the table stood Solarius, the Paragon, his white-and-blue armor gleaming with a radiance that seemed to push back the darkness itself. The crimson cape draped over his shoulders bore the golden insignia of the First Guardian, the one who had emerged in the universe's darkest hour to bring light where none remained. His gaze, as deep and knowing as the void beyond the stars, swept across his gathered comrades.

To his right, Omega sat rigid in his pristine white armor, every inch of him exuding discipline. The golden emblem on his breastplate marked him as the keeper of law, an enforcer of order in a universe where chaos lurked in the shadows.

Beside him, Alpha's black armor shimmered under the ethereal glow of the lanterns. His red eyes, fierce yet gentle, revealed the weight he carried—the burden of compassion in a role often ruled by cold logic. His violet cape pooled behind him like twilight descending upon the stars.

Across from them, Zephiron reclined slightly in his azure armor, fingers steepled in thought. Swift justice and decisive action were his domain, and his presence crackled with an energy that made it seem as though he could vanish at a moment's notice and return victorious before anyone noticed his absence.

Next to him sat Valerius, clad in deep crimson armor that bore the sigil of honor. Every movement he made was measured, his posture straight, his presence commanding respect. He had spent centuries upholding the principle that power must serve duty, not ambition.

Further down the table, Lumina sat in golden armor that seemed woven from the very light of the sun. She radiated warmth and hope, a beacon in the darkness, a reminder that even in the face of despair, miracles could still be found.

And finally, Sylphara, clad in delicate pink armor adorned with silver filigree, perched gracefully at the far end. A fairy-like being with an aura of harmony, she had long since abandoned the love of battle in favor of seeking peace. Her eyes, however, carried the sorrow of one who had seen too much suffering.

As Solarius spoke, the flickering lanterns above them dimmed slightly, as if the universe itself held its breath.

"Guardians," his voice was steady, carrying the weight of responsibility. "The time has come once more."

A heavy silence followed his words, thick with unspoken tension.

"The humans of the newly discovered world remain under the protection of the Empire of Light. Fifty years have passed since their kind was found, yet they lack the power to stand alone. Without at least ten warriors of the Legend Level, they will never claim their independence. And without intervention, they will never reach such heights."

Omega's voice was the first to rise, deep and resolute. "Interference is not our way. If they are not strong enough to rise on their own, then fate has deemed them unworthy. We do not make exceptions."

"Fate?" Alpha's voice was softer, yet no less powerful. "Laws are meant to guide, not to chain. And fate is no master of the innocent. If there is a way to aid them without breaking our own code, should we not take it?"

Zephiron leaned forward, his fingers tapping lightly against the table. "Then let us find the loophole. If they lack warriors, then we shall bring them warriors."

Valerius nodded. "We have done so before. We can do it again."

Sylphara's voice was barely more than a whisper, yet it carried through the chamber like a soft breeze. "If we do this, we must ensure that this other human world is not left vulnerable. If one is to be lifted, so must the other."

Lumina placed a hand over her heart, her golden aura pulsing gently. "Then we shall aid both. Hope must not be given to one only to be stolen from another. The balance must be maintained."

Solarius watched them all for a long moment, his gaze thoughtful. Then, with the certainty of one who had weathered countless storms, he spoke.

"It is decided. We shall find warriors from another world. And in doing so, we shall ensure that both are given the strength to endure. The balance shall not waver."

The decision was made. Beyond the floating islands, stars burned, empires schemed, and shadows stretched across the vast cosmos. But here, within this sacred chamber, the fate of two worlds had been set in motion.

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