The first wave of pain hit like lightning striking every nerve ending simultaneously. Noah's back arched against the oak tree, muscles seizing as void energy coursed through his system. The darkness enveloping him wasn't just visual – it had weight, presence, density.
[Evolution Progress: 2%]
[Warning: Cellular reconstruction beginning]
[Pain suppression: Unavailable during evolution]
Each breath became a struggle against the crushing pressure. The void shadows swirled faster, creating a cocoon of pure darkness that pulsed with otherworldly energy. Through the pain, Noah felt something different – not just power, but understanding. Knowledge flowing into him like ice water through his veins.
'This isn't just about strength,' he realized through the haze of agony. 'It's about seeing.'
[Evolution Progress: 15%]
[Detecting fundamental changes to user's energy pathways]
[Warning: Process cannot be stopped]