Heavens_Blessed

In a world where magic and technology intertwine, where gods walk among mortals and celestial forces dictate the fate of civilizations, Elian Drayven stands as an anomaly—an enigma hidden in plain sight. Born with magic powerful enough to rival the gods themselves, his abilities remain locked behind an intricate system, demanding growth and mastery before he can wield his full potential.

Raised in the futuristic city of Elyndria, Elian is a student at Astralis Academy, a prestigious institution that molds the strongest warriors and spellcasters. Yet, unbeknownst to his peers, he harbors a secret that could shake the foundations of the world. Only Eve, his ever-present AI companion, knows the truth: Elian is more than just a prodigy—he is a threat to the very balance of power.

When a sudden surge of uncontrolled energy draws the attention of the Celestial Sanctum, an elite governing force that monitors magical anomalies, Elian finds himself on the precipice of discovery. As factions within Elyndria mobilize to uncover the source of this mysterious disturbance, powerful figures begin to take notice—some seeking to eliminate him, others eager to use him as a weapon.

Haunted by the remnants of a past war that claimed his parents, pursued by forces that seek to either control or destroy him, Elian must navigate a treacherous path filled with ancient secrets, deadly adversaries, and an unfolding prophecy that ties his fate to the forgotten history of the gods.

As he levels up and unlocks the dormant powers within him, Elian must decide: will he remain hidden in the shadows, or will he rise and forge his own legend—one that defies both fate and the gods themselves?


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ASCENSION OF THE UNKNOWN GOD.

After the school announcement, most students were busy preparing for the Shadowveil Hunting Grounds, but Elian had other plans.

"The school expects everyone to hunt in Shadowveil, meaning it's going to be crowded," Elian muttered. "I need somewhere better... a place with stronger beasts and fewer distractions."

He pulled out a detailed map of Elyndria's hunting zones and scanned for options. Dustwither Grove, a lesser-known forest beyond Shadowveil, caught his attention. It was unregulated by the academy, meaning it held higher-ranked beasts and untouched resources.

— "Duskwiyher Grove is far more dangerous than Shadowveil. Are you sure?"

"I need gold, cores, and materials for future upgrades," Elian replied. "And more importantly, I need EXP."

— "Heh, reckless as always. Fine. Let's go earn you some levels."

With that, Elian activated Shadow Step and vanished into the dark, making his way toward Dustwither Grove.

Elian stood at the edge of Duskwither Grove, a vast forest known for its higher-ranked beasts and abundant resources. Unlike Shadowveil, where he had hunted before, Duskwither Grove was a place only experienced hunters dared to enter. The trees stretched tall, their canopies casting eerie shadows even in daylight. The air carried a strange, almost sentient stillness.

As he stepped forward, his Shadow Storage activated, allowing him to easily store any valuable beast materials he would acquire. His perception skill tingled, sensing movement in the thick foliage ahead.

A pack of Nightfang Wolves emerged from the shadows.

Adept hunters of the night, their fangs secrete a paralyzing venom. Highly territorial and known for attacking in coordinated packs.

Elian's lips curled into a smirk. These wolves were strong but not enough to pose a threat to him. He activated Shadow Step, vanishing into the darkness before reappearing behind one of the wolves.

Dark flames erupted, forming chains that coiled around the wolves, burning them while restricting their movements. They howled in pain, struggling against the restraints, but Elian was already moving to finish them off.

A surge of fire erupted from his palm, engulfing the wolves in flames. Within moments, the beasts collapsed, reduced to nothing but scorched remains.

— Beast Cores Acquired: 4 (Low-tier Nightfang Cores) —

Elian checked his status, noting that he was now at 9,850 EXP—just 150 away from Level 10.

A sudden rustling sound made him turn sharply. His perception skill pulsed—something strong was approaching.

Emerging from the trees was a Crimson Horned Tiger—a Level 9 beast known for its incredible speed and deadly strikes.

A system prompt flashed before him:

Elian's red eyes gleamed with anticipation.

"Perfect timing. Let's see what you've got."

He clenched his fists, preparing for the real fight to begin.

Hunting Beyond Shadowveil