Chapter 298: The Eternals and the Harbingers of Origin
Chapter 298: The Eternals and the Harbingers of Origin
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In the endless void beyond creation, the Eternals convened in their Sanctum of Infinity, a realm untouched by time or reality. They were beings who existed before the first spark of light, each embodying a primordial aspect of existence. Their forms were vast and incomprehensible, shifting between physical and conceptual shapes.
The destruction of the Prime Beyond and Sung Jin-Woo's absorption of the Fragment of Eternity had sent shockwaves through their domain. The Eternals, who had long remained hidden, now deemed it necessary to intervene.
"He has shattered the boundaries of what should be possible," one Eternal intoned, its voice a chorus of countless echoes.
"The Absolute One grows unchecked, weaving chaos into the order we forged," another added, its form shimmering like fractured glass.
The leader of the Eternals, an immense figure wreathed in iridescent flames, stepped forward. Its gaze pierced through dimensions, locking onto the Absolute Realm.
"The Absolute One must fall. His existence threatens the equilibrium of all realms. Send forth the Harbingers. They will strip him of his power and bring his dominion to its knees."
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The Harbingers of Origin
The Harbingers of Origin emerged from the Forge of Creation, a space within the Sanctum of Infinity where the raw essence of existence was shaped into unstoppable warriors. Each Harbinger was a living weapon, crafted from the primordial forces that birthed the multiverse.
1. The First Harbinger: A being of pure energy, radiating blinding light that disintegrated anything in its presence. Its form shifted constantly, embodying the concept of entropy.
2. The Second Harbinger: A towering colossus forged from unbreakable celestial metals, its every step shattering reality beneath it.
3. The Third Harbinger: A spectral figure, cloaked in the void, capable of phasing between dimensions and erasing the existence of anything it touched.
4. The Fourth Harbinger: A dragon-like entity with countless wings, each feather a fragment of time itself. It could manipulate the flow of time to render its enemies powerless.
5. The Fifth Harbinger: A being of shadow and flame, its presence igniting stars and consuming galaxies in its wake.
The Harbingers were ten in total, each representing a fundamental force of existence. Together, they were an unstoppable force, bound to the will of the Eternals.
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The March Toward the Absolute Realm
The Harbingers departed the Sanctum of Infinity, traveling through the void toward the Absolute Realm. Their presence caused ripples across the multiverse, their power felt by all divine beings.
In the Absolute Realm, Sung Jin-Woo stood on the balcony of the Umbra Citadel, gazing into the distance. His second divine jewel pulsed with energy as he sensed the approach of the Harbingers.
"They're coming," he said, his voice resonating through the citadel.
Beside him, Beru knelt. "My liege, we are prepared. Let the Harbingers come; we will show them the might of your dominion."
Jin-Woo's twelve wings unfurled as he turned to his gathered generals, apostles, and priests. His towering presence inspired unwavering loyalty.
"The Eternals believe they can unmake me," he said. "Let them learn the folly of their arrogance. The Absolute Realm will not fall."
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The First Battle
The Harbingers reached the edge of the Absolute Realm, their arrival tearing rifts in reality. The skies darkened as their immense forms loomed over the citadel.
Sung Jin-Woo's first and twelfth clones materialized beside him, each radiating S⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹⁹-Rank power. They bowed to the original, awaiting his command.
"You will face them first," Jin-Woo ordered. "Test their strength and show them the might of the Absolute Realm."
The clones nodded and launched into battle, their movements a blur of speed and power.
The first clash was cataclysmic. The First Harbinger unleashed a wave of disintegrating light, but Jin-Woo's first clone countered with the Breath of Death, the dark energy devouring the light. The twelfth clone engaged the Second Harbinger, their blows shaking the very fabric of the realm.
The Harbingers fought with relentless power, their abilities pushing the clones to their limits. But the clones were unwavering, their strength bolstered by Jin-Woo's essence.
As the battle raged, Sung Jin-Woo observed from the citadel, his second divine jewel glowing dark purple. He could feel the Eternals watching, their gaze fixed on him.
"Is this the best you can send?" Jin-Woo muttered, a smirk forming beneath his golden mask. "I'll show you the true meaning of dominion."
With a wave of his scepter, Jin-Woo summoned reinforcements—Shadow Lords, Fiery Dragon Lords, and Heavenly Soldiers pouring into the battlefield. The Absolute Realm erupted into chaos, the clash of powers echoing across the multiverse.
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The Eternals Watch
In the Sanctum of Infinity, the Eternals observed the battle through a vast mirror of cosmic energy.
"He resists even the Harbingers," one Eternal said, its voice tinged with disbelief.
"We underestimated him," another admitted.
The leader of the Eternals remained silent, its gaze fixed on Jin-Woo. "No matter. This is only the beginning. He will fall."
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To Be Continued...
The battle for the Absolute Realm had begun, and the stakes were higher than ever. As the Harbingers of Origin clashed with Jin-Woo's forces, the multiverse held its breath, awaiting the outcome of a conflict that could reshape existence itself.