Roderic05

In a world ruled by gods—ancient Greek gods, elemental deities, and even angels and devils—mortals are mere pawns in the hands of the divine. For centuries, humans have bowed before these gods, their fates decided by the whims of immortal beings.

But not all mortals are content to be ruled.

Amidst this divine hierarchy, Elias stands as a broken man, consumed by rage and a thirst for revenge. His family was slaughtered by the strongest of the gods, a being so powerful, so terrifying, that no mortal could even comprehend their true strength. Elias was left for dead, the ruins of his home smoldering as his family perished in the divine purge. All he has now is hatred and a singular goal: to gain power—enough to challenge the god who took everything from him.

His only hope lies in the Trial, a legendary dungeon created by the gods themselves. This dungeon is rumored to grant immense power to those who can survive its challenges, but there’s a catch: only the strongest can endure the Trial’s horrors.

Though Elias is weak, his burning desire for vengeance has awakened something within him—a mysterious ability known as Absorption. Whenever he kills an enemy, he can absorb their power, taking their strength for his own. But each victory comes with its own toll, and as Elias grows stronger, he learns that absorbing too much power can come at a great cost.

As he ventures into the Trial, Elias faces not only the powerful creatures of the dungeon but also divine obstacles set in place by the gods to protect their secrets. But with every challenge he overcomes, his power grows, and he begins to uncover the dark truth behind his family’s murder—the identity of the god who killed them.

With his newfound strength and a thirst for vengeance, Elias must decide whether to continue down the path of revenge, or to challenge the very gods who rule over the world. But time is running out, and the gods are not so easily slain.

Will Elias become the harbinger of a new era—one where gods no longer reign—or will he succumb to the trials and his own dark ambitions?


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Genres: Action, Fantasy, Drama, Revenge, Adventure
Themes: Power, Revenge, Corruption, Divine Politics, Betrayal

Trial Of The Fallen Gods

Elias stood at the gate, his body still pulsing with the lingering power of Kaelis, the Beastlord. The battle had pushed him to his limits, but the rewards were undeniable. His senses were sharper, his body stronger, and his instincts keener than ever before.

As he stepped out of the Trial and into the city once more, the weight of his new abilities settled upon him. He could feel the primal energy surging within, threatening to take over if he lost control. The Divine Mark of the Beastlord had permanently altered his body, granting him strength and endurance far beyond what he had before. But more than that, the Elemental Fury within him burned to be unleashed, and the Primal Roar clawed at his throat, wanting to be set free.

He clenched his fists, steadying himself. "I need to get used to this power before it consumes me."

As he made his way through the city, heads turned. The aura around him had changed-he was no longer just another adventurer. There was something wild in his eyes, something dangerous in his movements.

He turned to see Althea, the same girl who had helped him when he first arrived. She stood with her arms crossed, her gaze sharp as she examined him.

"You look different," she said, stepping closer. "Stronger. More... feral."

Elias smirked. "I suppose fighting a god will do that to you."

Althea's expression shifted slightly, a mix of surprise and understanding. "So, you made it past the first layer. Not bad."

"Not bad?" Elias raised an eyebrow. "I just killed a god."

She chuckled. "A lesser god. Don't get too cocky."

Elias felt his pride flare, but he knew she wasn't wrong. Aros and Kaelis were powerful, but they weren't the strongest gods in the tower. There were still eight more layers to conquer.

"Come with me," Althea said, turning on her heel. "You need to understand what you've stepped into."

Elias hesitated for a moment but then followed her. He needed answers-and perhaps, someone to help him control the beast that now lurked within him.

Chapter 22: The Beast Awakens