Crimson Veil
Episode 21: Final Descent — Zareth's Gambit!
[Page 1] – Splash Page
Scene: A crimson sky over a shattered wasteland. In the distance, a massive black tower pierces the heavens, surrounded by swirling demonic clouds. Zareth stands atop its highest point, arms outstretched, channeling energy from a floating seal.
Narration Box:
"With the Mirror Gate shattered and the final fragment claimed… the true game begins."
[Page 2] – The Demon God Awakens
Within the tower's core, something titanic pulses — a heart made of darkness and flame. Horns twist from the ceiling. A low, ancient growl shakes the foundation.
Zareth:
"Soon, they will all see — gods, demons, humans… All will kneel before Oblivion."
A massive eye opens within the heart — blood-red, watching.
[Page 3] – NOVA's Briefing Room
Back aboard NOVA. ARC, GRD, and DYN project the tower's location on a holographic map. The entire continent it rests on is now surrounded by storm walls.
Kael:
"That's the Tower of Echoes… it wasn't even there a day ago."
EVO (AI voice):
"The energy signatures match no known demon class. This is… something else."
Lira (tense):
"Zareth's pulling the last thread. If that tower falls, so does the world."
[Page 4] – Oracle's Final Prophecy
The Oracle reappears, this time weakened. Her mask is cracked.
Oracle:
"The final battle will not be won by blades or fire… but by the truth they fear."
Ren (quietly):
"And what is the truth?"
Oracle:
"Zareth was never alone."
[Page 5] – Flashback Panel: The Pact
Years ago: Zareth kneels before a colossal entity—Oblivion, chained and silent. Zareth offers him something glowing—part of his soul.
Zareth (younger):
"Give me the strength to change fate."
Oblivion:
"Then you will become fate."
[Page 6] – Ren's Resolve
Ren walks to the edge of NOVA's deck, the golden sigil glowing faintly on his back. His sword glows with the combined fragments.
Ren:
"I couldn't stop Zareth back then. This time… I will."
Kael (clasping his shoulder):
"Not alone."
Lira nods. The whole crew readies for war.
[Page 7] – Final Panel
Scene: The black tower glows. A demonic horn echoes across the sky. The final battle is near. Zareth stands atop it with new armor, infused with Oblivion's power. His right eye is no longer human — it glows like a god's.
Zareth:
"Come then, heroes… and witness your world's final truth."
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Next Episode: "Oblivion Crown — Rise of the Demon King!"