prologue

The cryptic discovery of this journal unfolded during the exploration of the depths of the Pacific Ocean, a venture that saw the collaboration of three distinguished scientists. Nestled within the confines of a colossal chest, the journal whispered tales of a submerged odyssey. Yet, its intricate script presented an enigma that stymied the minds of the very researchers who had unearthed it. For me, however, the risk of allowing these scholars to fathom its secrets was too great to overlook. Hence, I absconded with the journal, determined to unveil its mysteries and bequeath its wisdom to the inquisitive minds of Panjiens.

The journal's origins harken back an astonishing 22,000 years, a chasm of time that defies comprehension. Its contents chronicle the thoughts and revelations of an individual who, in a time before he adopted the moniker 'Tyrant,' was known by the name 'Bokunna.' A tapestry of experiences, it straddles epochs rendered unfamiliar by their dissimilarity to our own understanding of time. In my efforts to convey its essence, I've chosen to adopt the terminology 'B.F.P' and 'A.F.P,' designating epochs 'Before the Fall of Panja' and 'After the Fall of Panja,' respectively. This choice serves to anchor our grasp on the temporal currents that carried the journal's author through history.

Throughout the journal, the lunar cycles remain a steadfast constant, connecting our contemporary understanding of time with the epoch in which Bokunna once dwelled. In the pursuit of comprehension, I've endeavored to lengthen and contextualize the journal's narrative, weaving together the threads of its underwater revelation, the divergence of its linguistic threads, and the profound transformation that saw Bokunna evolve into the figure known to us as Tyrant. As the journal's prose unfolds, the scope of its revelations promises to reshape our understanding of history, unveiling the intimate thoughts and revelations of a being who traversed the tides of millennia.

With diligence and reverence, I embark on this task - to translate not just words, but the essence of an era. I humbly strive to bridge the vast expanse of years, serving as a vessel to transmit the wisdom of this journal from its arcane origins to the eager minds of Panjiens today and for generations to come."