Yep... another sort of movie thing (if I haven't published Empire of Darkness by now)... I do have something special planned for this series.
Just you wait my dear readers.
Just you wait.
Aaron woke up to yet another morning, it's been about a two months since the defeat of Lord Mordius, the battle was one of the ages yet the saddest one has ever seen in the end.
He nodded to himself as he walked out of his room, Theos following out of his with Artemis following soon after. Leaf had gotten up from the dog bed he was resting on and followed them while the others were already dressed in their usual clothes.
Turns out after the whole thing, Aaron's parents decided to get some construction workers and make some new rooms.
Theos didn't have much besides a bed, some clothes, and a place to sit so he could read while looking outside. Generally, a plain and simplistic room where he wouldn't need much as before when he lived in Aaron's closet.
Artemis's room was a bit larger, it had an area where he could store his equipment, a large closet for outfits he could wear, he even had a computer where he could program stuff due to the fact he picked up a hobby. He was making a game from what Aaron was told.
A lot better than the area he slept in the garage, the three were pretty much like siblings (a good replacement for kids due to the fact that they looked like teenagers, even being able to change the look of their age slightly).
The three stepped outside into the warm weather that is summer, after the long spring they had to deal with, they needed it. It was Summer Vacation again, the world was a bit lazy, monster attacks were on the low due to people gaining magic and fighting back. Turns out after the defeat of Lord Mordius, the lost crystals had started to reform back in the world and magic was becoming a thing around the world again.
Monsters went more into the deeper parts of the more secluded area's, in fact, more areas of the world were found that weren't actually known thanks to ancient magic that had hidden them away long. Thus, the new countries were already a normal part of the world since they were pre-existing as said before.
Important to focus on that part.
There was the country of the Elves known as Yoshardus which showed up soon after the fight was over, it was and technically is pretty much the most advanced out of every country, even rivaling Japan in technology (still impresses the world saving group to this day).
Eleven technology was commonly used by pretty much everyone as it turned out, the Elves weren't that snobby despite the stereotypes that were enforced in books, TV among other things, and other forms of literature. Of course, a few Elves did go dark and formed a part of their Kingdom which was known as the Darklands of Yoshardus that weren't exactly pre-existing either but still technically did exist as it was land.
The Dwarves lived in their ancient and powerful steam, iron, and steel based country of Awonprya. They were the ones who mainly supplied the Elves with the technology they needed, even going so far as to become head researchers of some areas after a long time of none association.
They were even known as the biggest trade country plus a country commonly known for its alcohol export (not that surprising), a lot of companies did reside there until they were kicked out after breaking more than a few labor laws. Who knew that some people were stupid enough to try to kidnap Dwarves and their kids.
The Dhampires just lived all over, not really having a home, living amongst humanity or staying away from them in favor of solitude. They did have a leader who has a seat on the council in what was formerly known as the UN. It was now known as the Grand United Magical Nations or GUMN.
The Mechanoids no longer had a leader and they didn't have a country, thus were apart of America or other areas, they were considered Americans and even had the same rights (same with other countries) all thanks to Golda's efforts. One certain bigoted person wanted them and the other races banned but by an electoral vote by practically everyone (even the former UN surprisingly) were opposed to the idea.
They gave up their job and stopped getting involved in politics in general, even going as far as to blow up places. They're in another country, currently being hunted by them rather than America since they were labeled an international terrorist (who knew Dwarves were so vengeful when someone blew up their stuff).
Finally, the Gnomes had shared their land with the Dwarves oddly enough as others found out. They collaborated together, mixed together, and even created a new sub-race. Halfings, which were different than the other half races as people had found out later.
In fact, there were different names for each since... you know, a lot of people really didn't care about what others thought about the other races. (even going past religion to do this, though they adapted soon after considering that a lot of creatures didn't mind sharing the same religion).
Which there are pretty much similar religions, one just praising the Crystals as Gods then anything else (its a Cult now, don't ask).
A half Human Half-Elf was known as a Half-Elf, a Human with Elf ears and all the normal Elf stuff.
A half Human Half Dwarf was known as a Sub-Dwarf which was not racist (despite it sounding racist), it was just due to the fact that their first instinct is to cover their eyes after the first was born due to the initial red coloration of it, hence Sub-Dwarf which is not mentioning the fact at five months old they start to burrow underground a bit. Weird right?
A half Human Half Dhampire was known as a True Dhampire (since they actually had Human DNA that wasn't in their own race).
And many, many more. Even with the new races including the robot ones, who knew they could reproduce.
As said before, what was considered 'new' races (despite the world saving group already knowing them) showed up even more lands to visit, explore, and culturally exchange.
The race of good Merman and Mermaids finally revealed themselves, as was Atlantis or Laguna City since that's more of a race name but they didn't prefer the name previously given before. They preferred Atlantian (which is not underwater any more thanks to a certain group's efforts occurring again) since they had normal limbs unlike what mythology said.
Now, it was considered a racist slur or (a name for the actual monsters) if used against them but in movies and shows, it was fine since they weren't using an actual depiction of them going off the mythology than the actual appearance.
They are the second most advanced race near the Elves, they collaborated with every country and even worked with the Elves on even the most recent of technology. Making the world a new technological age known as the Magi Age.
The Technoids which were a race of one person (Artemis being that one), after a bit came into existence thanks to the magic of the crystals that were popping up more and more. To the point that they had giant towers built around them like in video games to protect them, allowing their power to spread throughout the land. They were the people who helped build these towers, they were treated like any other race or even a Human.
Some people were bigots but that failed since they actually were considered technically Human, Aaron was regarded as a genius and the grandfather of them (despite being so young). He's met many Technoids, they were like the Mechnoids. A part of the USA, official citizens of America and the other countries. Thanks in part to the fact they could reproduce without the crystals (yeah, Aaron went there, and yes, it was embarrassing for him to do that). He had met many kids that are Technoids and even some adults, a lot of Technoids gave him the name of Grandpa Aaron.
(He shed a small tear since he was considered a hero to a lot of them, not over magic but being a good grandfather).
The newest race considered by far was known as Draconics, they had their own country in the sky that anyone could access due to an elevator being built for people who can't fly or those who don't own an airship (still in development oddly enough).
Their country was known as the Land of the Sky or Spiura for something more simple to say, they were exactly humans but they had dragon-like wings, eyes, sense of smell. Of course, this could all be retracted into the body except for the eyes and smell. They were known by the symbols on their heads (each born with a different symbol, it was never noticed however), they were considered strong military people.
Working to defend themselves against the beasts of the sky but thanks to the new technology they gained, they had guns now. Before it was slingshots, cannons, spears, bows, etc. But now they could just take them down, making their land much easier to inhabit.
They had a powerful crystal as it turned out that they knew what it could do (after finally regaining it), and defended it with their life. Not allowing anyone who was considered 'impure' by the crystal, which they could tell due to the fact the crystal produced a system where that crystals people wore around their necks would dim if they were talking to some of the impure heart and evil actions (for people that can control Darkness as an element are not affected, it only looks in the heart's intentions, not the elemental ability).
Only if the action was to destroy their race, destroy the crystal, destroy the land, etc. Usual evil stuff.
Though thieves weren't a commonplace since it was pretty easy to get a job, their job market was bigger than any country thus far, even the Elves had a smaller job market than them. They had people who could message, be leaders of organizations that helped improve the daily life of people, shamans (which gave them a staff that could actually heal people), doctors (different from Shamans as they prescribed stuff), warriors, and many, MANY, more jobs.
All of this sounds like a fairy tale, no doubt but even then, people were happy to get jobs. In fact, anyone that wasn't born Draconic or half-Draconic were considered dragon brothers or sisters. No special mark needed, they'll just know by their soul. They were surprisingly nice for dragon-like people, nothing like what they are normally portrayed as.
In fact, they consider the dragons they have to be inaccurate but not exactly an issue since they didn't really care what others thought. They just... loved everyone and everything, except monsters.
They are like demons when monsters show up, Human or not. That's why they're helping in the search for that international terrorist including some others (50% of them were already taken down, they work fast).
Many races actually lived in Peach Creek, in buildings that were in the sky, areas underground (which are considered entire towns or Sub-Towns as the name had been coined by a clever politician), areas that were like factories in some ways (again, towns in some ways).
It was a hot spot for multiple races, after all, they were the first place where the starting races began. It is where Magic started to begin, of course, this has resulted in a lot of races knowing a certain group that was and still is known for their skills.
This made Peach Creek considered a sort of 'Magic Hub', making it sort of an attraction for some and a thrill for others.
"...You know... it feels so... unreal when I see the flying buildings and people." Aaron said as he watched some Draconics fly around playing
They were laughing and having a good time, they seemed to be around four or five years old but are actually nine or ten.
Similar to how a Human, Dwarf, Gnome, or even Atlantian looked normally.
"I know what you mean, I mean, we have phones that are more advanced than anything else and more." Theos said looking at an Elven droid clean up some trash
"Don't forget to mention the half races." Artemis said as a young half Human half Technoid ran by with a half Technoid half Mechanoid of the same age
These were called Cyhuman and Cynoid respectively since... that was the best they could come up with in all honesty, it's really hard to make up names for new races sometimes god damn it!
"And don't even forget the flying cars... which is awesome." Aaron said as a car flew overhead
Yeah... technology really advanced after the Elf's country came in plus the Atlantians and Dwarves. Before a phone couldn't hold WiFi without a router, nowadays, you don't even need a router.
Elven technology has made sure anyone could get WiFi anywhere (costs being lowered after a lot of political debate, who knew that they were big advocates of fair rights for all), even at the bottom of the ocean (this was actually tested by ACTUAL people thanks to Atlantians knowing the area pretty well), the Dwarves and Atlantians are pretty crafty if you think about it hard enough with the Elves being geniuses with their technology.
"...It makes me wonder how much will keep changing over time." Aaron said
"You're overthinking the future, relax and enjoy your youth." Theos said as they continued to walk
Aaron rolled his eyes, he then sighed with a small smile.
"We should head to the Guild Hall, I'm betting that the others are there." Aaron said
The Guild Hall was actually a gift from Donovan after all the races they helped, it didn't take them that long to build actually since it was a box that was throne.
Butch's father, Jude Hargrave, conducts business with them and helps with the whole operation. They have a lot of new clan members, and even some people to run it (Aaron has had long nights without sleep when he was mainly running the operation himself), while the person who was considered the Guildmaster was the one who founded it.
Aaron was that Guildmaster, thus nearly all important business was run through him, they had rules and protocols. It was like an actual business.
They were hired to kill monsters causing trouble, help people, the usual hero stuff. They do help out friendly monsters from time to time but it's sort of rare considering some people's view's on them.
Other people took care of the smaller stuff and did run some stuff through him, if they went against him, let's just say.
They wouldn't be around for too long.
"Yeah, aren't we celebrating Tahlia's return?" Artemis asked remembering the Dryad
Turns out, Tahlia left the forest and explored the world, thinking it would be pretty fun to have a look around.
She didn't meet any other Dryads but she did have fun meeting many of the different people of the world, she decided to return after spending some time in a Monk Temple in Spiura that was started a couple months back. Everyone (new and old) set up for her return, ready to greet her after a long time of her being gone.
"Yep, man, she really did spend her time in Yoshardus. The world's been easier to explore ever since that new technology came up, what normally took weeks now only takes a couple hours in travel." Aaron said
They soon arrived at the Guild Hall which was shortly built following the incident with Lord Mordius and his death, they walked in to see everyone that was a part of the clan with a girl about their age.
She had long golden hair, beautiful sparkling red eyes, pale skin, and a dress made of leaves that have subtle hints of interlined silk.
She had a bag made of leaves on her back. She had shoes made of leaves on her feet (she wore leaf shoes only in school), currently, she was sitting down talking with the other members.
She then noticed the three arrivals and waved with an open mouth smile.
"Hey guys!" Thalia said excited to see them again
"Sup Thalia." Aaron said with a small smile on his face
They walked over and greeted her back, having conversations and talking about some parts of her journey, Artemis sighed about an hour into these conversations.
"It makes me curious about what's the next thing we're going to have to deal with next." Artemis said
Everyone looked at Artemis, knowing he was right but not wanting to say anything for a bit.
"...I would say what makes you think that but considering who we are, something should happen in around five, four, three... two... one." Aaron said
That's when they heard a warbling sound as the sound of hooves clacked nearby, the door opened to reveal people wearing armor made of ice with the color blue being a prominent color.
All standing by holding spears tipped with blue metallic spearheads in the shape of icicles, a person wearing a blue tailcoat over a white dress suit, dark blue dress pants, and white boots. On his head was a mask of some kind, the mask having no facial features except eyes with the symbol of a snowflake on it.
His face was shown after the mask was taken off, revealing his pale skin and ice blue eyes.
"There we are with the inciting incident again." Kevin muttered
"May you honor the presences of his Lordship. Ruler of the land of ice or Nix as it would be called in the Frozen Realm, King Korino, and Queen Eiras." The messenger said
Walking in was two people, a man, and a woman. Seeming to be king and queen from assumption thank in fact their clothing and how they look.
The king had snow white hair, warm blue eyes, a royal blue robe, a white chestplate with a snowflake imprinted on it, underneath it was a dark blue long sleeve, he had light blue dress pants and black boots. His skin was pale like the messenger, though he seemed to hold a warm smile as he looked at the group.
The woman had white hair also but with light blue tips, she had playful cyan eyes, a royal blue petticoat with a dark blue long sleeve under a chestplate with the Chinese symbol for ice on it rather than a snowflake, she had a long light blue skirt, and black boots from what everyone else could tell.
"Ah, this must be the legendary Crystal Clan from the stories my grandfather told me... though it seems we are not dealing with the same ones as the flyer said." King Korino said
Aaron stepped up and kneeled, knowing he was in front of royalty.
Despite being friends with some.
"Welcome to our Clan Hall... ruler of Nix if I'm to assume." Aaron said in an honorable tone
King Korino chuckled lightly at this while shaking his head.
"You do not have to kneel, I may be royalty but I'm like anyone else." King Korino said
Aaron got up and looked at the king, he was much taller than Aaron, around the height of his own father to be honest.
"You see... I am not here to visit, I'm here to ask for your help." King Korino said
Everyone's eyes widened at this, Aaron nodded as Double D came up.
"What do you need help with Lord Korino?" Double D asked
"Please, call me Kori. I'm not one for grand titles." Kori said
The two nodded as everyone just agreed without saying or doing anything, Aaron looked a Kori a bit lightly.
"Okay, Kori, what do you need help with?" Aaron asked
"...You see, the thing we are dealing with... may very well destroy my kingdom." Kori said a bit apprehensive
Queen Eiras came up and put a hand on his shoulder before looking at the Crystal Clan. A look on her face that spoke waves of emotion, she had... a sort of depressed look on her face with a glimmer of hope that they would help her and her husband.
"You see. A long time ago, our Royal Wizard. Frost, had betrayed us. He was planning to overthrow the King and take over the kingdom, for that he was banished to the deepest parts of our world. Never to be seen again but he... cursed us, with an internal blizzard that would last until he was either killed or he became-"
"King of Nix and thus ruler of the Frozen Realm if I'm to be correct?" Aaron asked, knowing he is correct
The two nodded, Aaron looked at them in silence before nodding.
"We'll help." Aaron said
"Th-thank you, you be rewarded handsoml-"
"The only reward I want is peace of mind, you guys are in danger and came all this way to ask for our help. It's the least we could do." Aaron said
Kori nodded, he then smiled a little wider. He then nodded lightly.
"I thank you again, you might want to get bundled up for the trip, it's called the Frozen Realm for a reason you know." Kori said
Aaron sighed as they stood by the portal, he then looked at the others.
"Alright Crystal Clan, we've got a mission. Go to this kingdom and save it from destruction... while also saving an entire realm of existence." Aaron said
Everyone nodded at this, understanding this. Aaron looked at Thalia.
"You don't have to come with, you can go back to your home in the forest and relax there for a bit. We can handle this." Aaron said
"In all honesty, I could go for an adventure. Exploring the world's nice but I think I'd have some fun fighting off some evil wizards." Thalia said
Aaron slowly nodded, not sure if she really should come with, they all then departed ways.
Readying themselves for a trip to the Frozen Realm and a quest to save the Kingdom of Nix.
And defeat Frost, once and for all.
...Despite the fact that they just heard about him.
Details don't matter.
Yeah... this is sort of a movie kind of thing I'm doing. This will lead into a sort of third thing as I said on my April Fools day story that I put up.
I'll see you guys in the Fandom.
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