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 followed Althea through the crowded streets, his senses still adjusting to the overwhelming clarity of the world around him. Every sound was sharper, every movement more defined. He could hear the heartbeat of a stray dog, smell the sweat of the merchants, and feel the shifting air of people passing by. It was exhilarating-and terrifying.

"You're walking like you're about to pounce on something," Althea muttered, glancing back at him.

Elias forced himself to relax, loosening his clenched fists. "Just getting used to it."

She led him into a small, dimly lit training hall at the edge of the city. Inside, a few adventurers were sparring, but the moment they saw Althea, they gave her space. Clearly, she commanded respect here.

"Alright," she said, turning to face him. "Show me what you've got."

Elias frowned. "What do you mean?"

"You absorbed Kaelis' power, didn't you? I want to see how much control you have."

Elias hesitated. He could still feel the raw power of the Beastlord coursing through him. He had used his new abilities in battle, but testing them here, in a controlled environment, felt different.

Althea didn't wait for his answer. She lunged.

Elias barely had time to react before she was in front of him, her blade slashing toward his shoulder. His body moved on instinct-his reflexes heightened by Beast Mastery. He dodged effortlessly, his muscles responding with unnatural speed.

"Good," she said, adjusting her stance. "But let's push it further."

Elias gritted his teeth. If she wanted to see what he could do, he'd show her. He took a deep breath and let his instincts take over.

A deep, guttural sound erupted from his throat, shaking the entire hall. The force of it sent a wave of energy outward, causing Althea to stagger slightly. The weaker adventurers in the hall stumbled back, eyes wide with shock.

Althea recovered quickly, a smirk forming on her lips. "Not bad. But don't rely on brute force alone."

Elias exhaled, the energy fading. He could feel the temptation to keep pushing, to let the beast within fully take over. But that wasn't who he was.

Althea studied him for a moment before nodding. "You'll need control if you want to survive the next layer. Power means nothing if it makes you reckless."

Elias clenched his fists. She was right. The Beastlands had given him strength-but now, he needed to master it.

Chapter 23: The Hunter and the Beast