The World Beyond
The grand coming-of-age ceremony was only a few days away.
For most nobles, this was a mere formality—a time to celebrate their transition into adulthood. But for Ethan, it was more than that.
It was the moment he would step into the world as something far beyond an ordinary noble heir.
He stood atop the highest balcony of his family's estate, gazing at the distant horizon.
Beyond the lands of his birth, beyond the borders of the kingdom, lay a vast and dangerous world—one he would soon have to conquer.
The world was divided into four major continents, each ruled by different races and powers.
1. The Human Continent – The Seat of Empires
The Human Continent, also known as Aurelia, was the most politically fragmented but also the most ambitious. It was home to kingdoms, empires, and independent noble houses, all vying for power.
Major Powers:
The Aurellian Empire – The strongest human empire, known for its military might and vast territories.
The Holy Kingdom of Solmaria – A theocracy ruled by the Church, dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, Solis.
The Eastern Warlords – A collection of feudal states with powerful warrior clans and sword sects.
The Merchant Republic of Velos – A neutral trade federation controlling most of the world's commerce.
Though divided, the human nations were aggressive, always seeking expansion and conquest.
It was within this continent that Ethan's own kingdom lay.
And it was here that the Royal Academy stood—the place where the most promising young nobles were trained for the future.
2. The Fairy Continent – The Land of Mysticism
To the east lay Sylvanora, the Fairy Continent, home to the mystical races—elves, dwarves, gnomes, fairies, and spirits.
Unlike the humans, the fairy races did not seek war or conquest. Instead, they focused on magic, craftsmanship, and the natural balance of the world.
Major Powers:
The Elven High Council – The ruling body of the elves, known for their mastery over ancient magic.
The Dwarven Forgeholds – Underground strongholds where master smiths craft the most powerful weapons.
The Fairy Courts – A collection of whimsical yet powerful rulers governing the spirits and magical creatures.
The Gnome Consortium – An advanced society known for their technology and alchemical inventions.
The Fairy Continent was peaceful on the surface, but beneath its beauty lay ancient secrets and hidden dangers.
It was said that no one could set foot in Sylvanora without the permission of the elves—unless they wished to be lost forever in its enchanted forests.
3. The Demon Continent – The Realm of Darkness
Far to the north, across the Sea of Shadows, lay Nocturnis, the Demon Continent—a land of eternal night, where creatures of darkness roamed.
This was a world where vampires, demons, werewolves, undead, and ghosts ruled.
Unlike the humans and fairies, the creatures of Nocturnis did not fight for land or wealth.
They fought for survival.
Major Powers:
The Abyssal Dominion – A vast empire ruled by the Demon Lords, each controlling their own territory.
The Vampire Clans – Ancient bloodlines of immortal rulers, wielding dark magic and forbidden knowledge.
The Lich King's Necropolis – A city of the undead, where an ancient Lich King commands legions of skeletons and wraiths.
The Nightborn Pact – An alliance of rogue werewolves, spirits, and outcasts, fighting for their own survival.
It was said that Nocturnis did not welcome the living.
To step onto its shores meant facing death… or worse.
But Ethan knew one thing—his past life as the Heavenly Demon King had ties to this land.
One day, he would have to return.
4. The Beast Continent – The Domain of Dragons
To the west, beyond the Storming Abyss, lay the final continent—Draconis, the Beast Continent.
It was an untamed land, ruled by beasts of all kinds.
This was a place where monstrous creatures, ancient dragons, and even beastkin tribes roamed freely.
Major Powers:
The Dragon Sovereigns – The ancient Dragon Lords who ruled over all creatures within Draconis.
The Beastkin Clans – Powerful warrior clans of lionfolk, catkin, wolfkin, and other intelligent beasts.
The Titan Beasts – Gigantic creatures of legend, each capable of wiping out entire armies.
The Skyborne Eyries – The floating citadels of the Griffon Riders and Thunderbird Clans.
Few dared to venture into Draconis, for even the strongest warriors could become prey.
But it was said that those who gained the favor of the Dragon Lords could obtain power beyond imagination.
As Ethan took in the vastness of the world, he clenched his fist.
Soon, he would leave for the Royal Academy, where he would train for five years.
There, he would not only learn the ways of combat, magic, and leadership—he would also meet nobles from every kingdom, heirs of great houses, and even foreign students from the Fairy and Demon Continents.
It would be the first step in his journey to rise above them all.
The world was vast. The powers that ruled it were great.
But Ethan was no ordinary noble.
He was the Heavenly Demon King reborn.
And one day…
He would stand above them all.