Back at the ruins, Seth and Andrea leaned over the ancient text they had finally decoded. As the last words fell into place, a grin spread across Sebastian's face. They had uncovered the full extent of Juan Miguel's background and influence-a revelation that sent excitement coursing through them.
"What we discovered," Seth said, his voice brimming with awe, "is a ceremony held by Juan Miguel himself, known as
'The Rite of Eternal Guardianship.'"
He took a breath, diving into the details of the ceremony that had gifted incredible powers to the guardians of the seven continents. The scroll detailed the abilities bestowed upon each guardian, illuminating their legendary significance in the annals of Abyssia.
1. Fayra - Power of Life Restoration
Home: Elyria, a continent renowned for its elves and ancient forests.
Power: She can heal severe wounds and even revive the dead. However, this ability draws life energy from Abyssia's natural world, depleting forests, plants, and other natural life forms. Her power cannot revive Juan Miguel, as it would drain all life in Abyssia, insufficient even to sustain him for a fraction of a second.
2. Kael - Mastery of Shadows
Home: Kyrial, the continent of dark elves.
Power: Control over darkness, allowing him to move unseen and unheard, with only Juan Miguel able to detect him.
3. Gaspar - Artisan's Unity
Home: Terra, a technologically advanced continent with towering structures and innovation.
Power: Merging materials to create or repair complex structures, limited to inanimate materials.
4. Thalor - Tidecaller's Command
Home: The Aethorian Sea, a vast oceanic region.
Power: Unmatched mastery over water, able to command the seas, second only to Juan Miguel.
5. Arin - Elemental Sovereignty
Home: Veridian, the continent of diverse elemental magics.
Power: Control over all elements. Her abilities are formidable, though she is outmatched in individual elements if facing someone with greater skill in that specific domain.
6. Isolde - Absolute Fire Mastery
Home: Ignis, the land of dragons.
Power: Supreme control over fire, her mastery unmatched except by Juan Miguel himself.
7. Adrian - Light's Dominion
Home: Anthoria, known for human sages and scholars.
Power: Unparalleled control over light, second only to Juan Miguel in luminosity and clarity.
As they absorbed this knowledge, the weight of their discovery settled in. Seth's grin widened. "These guardians aren't just figures of legend-they're the key to understanding Abyssia's strength and its history."
Andrea nodded, her red eyes sparkling with curiosity. "If we can connect with their legacy, we might unlock the true potential of our own abilities."
With the echoes of the past resonating in their minds, Seth and Andrea felt a renewed sense of purpose. They were not merely students of history but potential players in a game that stretched across time and space.
As they prepared to delve deeper into their journey, they understood that the path ahead would be fraught with challenges, but they were determined to uncover the mysteries of their world and protect Abyssia from any threat that loomed on the horizon.
End of Chapter 4