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Chapter 67 - Training: Domain

78 Earth days had passed within the chaos domain.

In the Chaos realm, Kyn's training regime with Mot occurs in a surreal and mystical atmosphere. This time, the venue is a gymnasium like no other in the realm, with its central ring serving as the epicentre of their intense training sessions. The gym's environment is ethereal, and it's bathed in dramatic lighting that accentuates the grandiose being of the Khaos.

As Kyn and Mot engage in their training, the gymnasium's ceiling displays a mesmerising array of cosmic colours. Celestial lighting cascades down upon them, creating an intense and awe-inspiring atmosphere. The dynamic angles of the lighting play off the powerful movements from Kyn and Mot's intense sparring.

The training itself is an elaborate dance of martial prowess and metaphysical power. Kyn, a warrior in the service of Khaos, moves with otherworldly grace and strength, every motion reflecting the immense energy of the entity he serves. Mot, the newfound mentor and guardian, guides Kyn through the chaotic challenges of the spar, their every step echoing the ever-shifting nature of Khaos. Their training is not just physical but also a manifestation of the mystical forces that permeate the realm.

The grandeur of the Khaos entity is palpable in every moment of their training, and the gymnasium serves as a stunning backdrop to this otherworldly spectacle. It's a place where the boundaries between physical and metaphysical blur and where the power of the Chaos realm is harnessed and honed in the pursuit of mastery.

"Seems like the young can now crawl," the Khaos entity thought out loud, giving pause to the ongoing sparring match. He walks into the ring, and with that, the scenery changes to that of a vast green expanse.

The Khaos entity abruptly transports Kyn and Mot to an entirely different realm, demonstrating its immense power and unpredictability. This new realm contrasts sharply with the chaos of their previous training environment. The new realm is a paradise, with blooming flowers of every colour and verdant grass extending as far as the eye can see. The scene is idyllic and serene, in stark contrast to the tumultuous gymnasium of the Chaos realm.

Kyn and Mot stand in this tranquil landscape, surrounded by the fragrant scent of flower blossoms and the gentle rustling of leaves in the breeze. The flowers' vibrant colours, ranging from deep reds to brilliant blues, form a kaleidoscope of natural beauty. The abrupt change in setting reflects its erratic nature. In this peaceful and verdant paradise, there are numerous tests and lessons to be learnt. One possible shift in the training's focus is a greater emphasis on developing a stronger rapport with nature or investigating the possibility of finding harmony amidst the world's chaos. 

"Mot," the Khaos entity, calls out, "Would you come here for a bit?"

"Gulp!"

"Now", while looking back at Kyn, "do you happen to be familiar with domains?" The Khaos entity asked. Unlike before, it was quite calm and now seemed to wear a black three-piece suit, a pair of old-fashioned spectacles, and a pipe sticking down from its maw; it looked like it just came out of the 'Victorian era'.

Kyn's surroundings had abruptly transformed into a vast expanse, leaving him bewildered and clueless. "No," he uttered.

"Now, Mot, would you be kind enough to try summoning your domain?" he asked.

Seemingly confused Mot tried to argue but then saw the dark entity form an insidious smile.

Without uttering a reply, the death god began summoning its domain.

Now the problem that Mot had before him was the fact that one couldn't call out their domain within another's domain. This was primarily due to the rule that an entity had to govern the ether surrounding their realm and morph their essence in order to merge with their reality and true reality, so technically speaking, one cannot morph their essence within another because it already has a master.

As Mot cast his ether to merge with the surroundings, unlike what he expected, the ether around him started to actuate to his call, morphing into an even sturdier domain. The more he pushed, the more the ether surrounding him matched his wavelength, and with that, from the vast green expanse emerged a grand mountain range. At its highest peak lay its nest, emitting a dark-purple ethereal musk.

"How is this possible?" the dragon exclaimed as soon as he finished establishing his domain. He looked back at the Khaos entity, whose smile only became more sinister.

"The answer is simple: think of me as a massive real-life hard drive," it replied.

Mot shaken, gasped, "Impossible! No individual can house another being's domain."

"Then explain what your home is doing here," the Khaos entity replied. "Now ... like the dragon stated, that wasn't supposed to happen. Technically, we should have both received some kind of backlash from his domain clashing with mine, leaving the weaker of us in peril."

Mot murmured to himself, "... but I am death ... Nothing escapes death ... Why? This cannot be... death has no equal, let alone life ... we are unique ... I am unique ..."

Technically, the entity had broken the god of death; the source of the river Styx had shifted into its domain.

"Exactly. Every person's domain is unique, just like he said. To pull out yours, you'll need to pull your true essence, channel it into the ether and move it to form your base." He said, pointing back at the range, "After that, the ether should resonate with your true self, bringing forth your view of the world... your reality. And boom, you get your domain."

Meanwhile, off the coast of Athens,

Emerging from the depths of the ocean with a presence that commands attention, a majestic woman of remarkable stature stands before the churning waves. Her towering figure reaches a striking 8 feet in height, and her powerful Amazonian physique exudes an aura of strength and grace that defies the imagination.

The waves crash dramatically around her, their foamy crests reaching to touch the sky. The ocean's tumultuous energy seems to bow in reverence to her sheer might. Each wave rises and falls in harmonious symphony with her presence, as if they were choreographed by the very forces of nature to pay homage to her arrival.

Ethereal lighting, like a celestial blessing, bathes her in an otherworldly radiance. The ambient glow envelops her in an ethereal aura, emphasizing her commanding presence. It's as if the light itself is drawn to her, casting a divine luminosity that accentuates her every contour.

This surreal composite of a woman, colossal and statuesque, emerging from the raging sea, transcends the boundaries of reality. She embodies the union of elemental power and human beauty, a living testament to the raw force and majesty of the natural world. In her, the ocean's might, and the grace of a goddess coalesce, creating a breathtaking spectacle that etches itself into the minds of all who are fortunate enough to witness this awe-inspiring scene.

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