Salutation! Well here's the Chapter 35!
This took a while because of reasons that I am glad I survived them all, but anyways it's finally here!
This chapter is about the Menagerie kingdom and briefly (That means detailed) explaining everything that made them great. If you do not have the patience to read it all, I suggest to endure it for now…. please? If not then … I guess that's fine.
Look for the A/N at the end…
ALL HAIL VOLUME 4! Damn the feels and the hype got me so much. It even made me forget about my school and stuff.
Yehey I don't own RWBY! Good for me?
Enjoy!
Thanks for sticking with me and my story, and thanks for your patience with my grammars and misspellings. You're all AWESOME!
Chapter 35 : 'Menagerie Kingdom'
Menagerie, the land of the history and culture. The only Sovereign country to have its borders secured tightly. Not even any renowned smuggler couldn't pass the territorial waters. It was the perfect fortress protected by an iron wall of solid fortitude of both the knights and the men that swore before the great tree and the king. It possess the most organized and hell bent determined soldiers that the entire Remnant has ever seen. Unlike the Atlas military, the Menagerian Army doesn't play on offensive much. The first priority is to play the defense. Under estimation of the enemy is the most stupidest thing to do, that is why they tend to be careful. It is one of the reason why the Grimm couldn't cross the borders.
The Kingdom that was once ruled by the King himself has not lost its beauty. The culture of the architectural houses, even the old buildings, is flourishing with life and natural beauty that cannot be compared anywhere. The rich farmlands and forest was thriving with so much green colors of rich resources. It was enough to feed the eyes with uplifting delight. Normally, things like this was quite rare due to the Grimm destroying everything.
The kingdom's natural landscape offered barriers but the majority of it are plane surface lands. Roughly 35% of it are used for agriculture farming and food production. The 40% was occupied by the population of the citizen, 15% were designated for massive structures such as the entire 'Fort Castle', The Grand Central Public Market, 4 Military high grade bases located on the 4 corners of the kingdom and the Great World Tree itself. While the remaining 10% was offered to the sum of the books that can be found all around the continent.
Menagerie has 3 cities. The Eastern City is named Ansel, the city nearest the shores that supplies the fishery and other aquatic products of the site, in land.
The Southern City is called Babel, the floating City. It was also identified as the most futuristic and advance city in all of the 3. Though being modern and all, it kept the traditional designs and curves in honor of their culture. It hovers about 25 thousand feet above the grass lands of the Dellion Forest. The reason for it is to harvest the power of solar radiant light of the Sun, the city supplies naturally produced solar energy throughout the Kingdom.
While the last one is located at the heart of the entire Kingdom. Settling under the shaded protection of the 'Great Tree' is the City of Anma, the Capital. It's the center of trade and economic development of Menagerie.
There are also small villages and towns scattered fairly around the continent but none of them were too isolated. Each of them had numerous and unique contributions to offer. Justifying the unity and peace within each and every bonds of beings that lives in Menagerie. May that be man or Faunus.
The so called Great Tree is a sight to behold, it's the only tree that grew through the countless ages into a gigantic size for about 10 thousand feet in height. While the outer diameter of the entire span of the branches stretches for about 25 kilometers wide. Bearing its mystic origins, the tree stood as a symbol of both god and freedom.
Over the Northern direction from Anma, exactly 10 miles out is the named Everest-ial mountains of the Olympus. The only landmark that rivaled the 'Great Tree' in both height and wide, is none other than 'Fort Castle'. The mountain was enormous, try imagining a mount Everest only there was a gigantic tree right next to it. The sight you'll curiously want to see can be compared to the famous 'Eagles nest in Germany. Majestic in its own right that will leave you breathless just by the view alone. Like a flower emerging form the tiniest gaps, is the castle. The very structure looks like it sprang out of the mountain. The magnificent yet old-fashioned castle took a more docile approach about the architecture having the structure aligned with the European style castles yet modern and more advance in nature.
Fort Castle is the stronghold of the King that houses no golden treasures or fancy stuff. What it protects is the Land that holds the History of the beginning. A collection of knowledge that expanse before the time of the earlies records of writing. The private Library that holds the most rarest books in all of Remnant and contains mysteries of any known records of the other realms. It even holds the divine section known as Angelarium.
A day later…..
Jaune and his friends finally arrived at the promise land after almost 2 days of travel. They arrived via private airship all the way from the City of Babel and landed at the mountain side dam. At first, TEAM RWBY was speechless as if they suddenly became mute the first 10 minutes of the transport. Before the initial tour, the team was advice to take some rest and have a change of clothes for a fresh start. Neo sought to that before disappearing somewhere else. Having to heard about the unexpected guests, Lancer immediately prepared the proper welcoming party but Archer wave it off. The guy also said that he'll take the job on personally giving the tour but the girls themselves humbly declined the offer. He's that bad at directions.
Anyway, the next day, Jaune took in charge of the tour. However, Yang went with Archer saying that the guy owes her big time while Weiss and Blake went with Lancer in search for Sun and Neptune, so that leaves Ruby with him.
Jaune wasted no time and fulfilled his promise as the two went along towards their first destination.
The eternal gardens is just one of the many places that can take your breath away if you happened to be a visitor at For Castle. The landscape was all naturally made, no alteration on a grand scale was done. The rock formation with a touch of various elements as well as the waterfall are all natures handwork. More so when one looks at the roses that bloomed colorful all year long. There is a single path laid open to walk on. Stone formation stairs that leads all the way up to the hill that stands over a cherry shaded tree. The surrounding was covered by a variety of flowers and colors that greatly made the experience a wonder.
This Garden was special in one way. It is where Summer Rose eternally rest. At first, Jaune wanted her remains be sent back to her home, but Menagerie 'is' her home. Her death was under the creed of the House of Knights. That means when a bloodline operative dies under the reasons of a mission for their Kingdom, her death will be kept secret even to his or her own family. The only ones who'll know about it are the council and the people associated with the mission. Jaune was one of them, being the sole reason behind it. The only way the family would know is all entirely up to the council whether to tell the tale of the deceased knight to their love ones.
Jaune was the one who choose this place where Summer can rest in peace. He picked this spot because of the tranquility it gave is completely different from the world he knew. Before her grave Jaune swore a promise to Summer, that one day, he'll bring her daughters here. If he has to bend all the written laws of the knights to do so, then so be it.
This….. this was the first time he'll ever visit her grave tagging someone with him. Although the regret was still there, it was over shadowed by a hand the held his so tenderly. Jaune was out of his regalian armor set and now wears a white shirt in long sleeves, with matching light grey trousers. His very attire is like that of a civilian probably because it gives him a sense of a 'day-off' whenever he wears these kind of clothes. And today happens to be one of them.
He calmly walked the path alongside the person that means so much to him. Ruby Rose was out of her usual combat skirt. She was wearing a light grey inspired dress with bits of red lining over the hips. The dress had cuts on the sides which enabled the cookie monster to freely move. She still had her favorite cape on though.
The said girl was a little bit tense. For her, it was great to see her Mom but at the same time, it felt embarrassing. It was like presenting her 'official' boyfriend to her parent. Something that didn't came into her mind until Blake made it sound so. Nevertheless, it was not a reason enough for her to back out. Ruby loves them both and since she manage to meet her already with the help of Penny, she kind of gets the message. That her mother approves of Jaune and just plainly want the two of them to be happy.
This visit was just to satisfy and finally rest her mind. Her original goal was to find out where her mother was and now, Jaune showed it her. Upon arriving to the spot, Jaune placed a single 'blue' rose over Summer's insignia. The blue rose was a symbol of great respect and honor for the knights, the number of being given was all about the uniqueness and how special that person is.
"I have kept my promise Ms. Summer. I … brought Ruby with me" his voice was calmed and quite solemn, "I thought it'll take a long time but it appears 'fate' decided to make it sooner…. "
The blonde stepped aside as Ruby takes her turn. She laid the crown made of flowers down gently on the grave along with Raven's gift, "Hi… Mom…. I… I finally got to see you again" Tears appeared in her eyes, "A-Although *sob*…. I-It took….. *Sob* I just miss you so much!" She knelt down and broke into tears. She waited for this day for as long as she can remember.
Jaune clenched his fists, it pained him more than anything but he was not going to run away from it again. He lowered himself beside Ruby and held her shoulders assuring that he was there for her, "I-I *Sob* re-remember…. You used to *Sob* to make these *Sob* when I was little *Sob*…. You said I was your princess"
The girl held onto Jaune's shoulders for comfort and support, "I *Sob*… want to say thank you…. *Sob*… for always looking after *Sob* us… I just want *Sob* you to know t-that I always sleep on time, I-I.. *Sob* I eat properly and *Sob* I always drink milk" Ruby couldn't speak anymore, she just leaned more unto Jaune and let it all tears out.
"She grew up just like you, Summer. She's kind, caring, loving, strong and quirky too" the lad brushes the girls cheeks slowly as he uttered each of those words. He wiped the tears away as he hug Ruby and gave her all the comfort he can to gently calm her down. After a few minutes, it worked, "And sometimes she's stubborn, noisy and admittedly…. A slave to cookies" Ruby let out a light giggle, "But that's what I love about her. Every bit that makes her 'Ruby Rose' is what made me fall in love with her" Jaune held her cheeks and wiped the last traces of the tears away and looks into her eyes, "Again and again"
It was the look of strong passion and true love. What he feels towards the girl was pure affection and the girl felt the same. It was mutual.
"I want to make another promise" the lad now took out a small box, when he opened it, Ruby marveled at the item. It was a necklace golden in color yet red in details. It was a cross that had a rose in the middle, "That I will do everything in my power and every fiber of my being to keep her safe and…" Jaune now gave and tenderly placed the item on the girl. Ruby gladly accepted it, "Love her with all my heart….." Ruby smiled brightly, "I want to protect that smile…. the smile that saved me so many times now"
It was now Ruby's turn, "I want to make a promise too…" She took out a bracelet that had a encircled 'arc' emblem. She waited a long time to give it to him. It was supposed to be her gift when Pyrrha planned a secret surprise birthday party for Jaune during Mountain Glenn, "That I'll do everything in my power to keep 'Vomit-boy' in line" Jaune lightly laughed, "and love him until the end of time" she gave him a kiss on the cheeks, "That means forever" Jaune blushed like a red kettle but hen submitted to it. He wanted it after all.
"Thanks for sending this dork my way, Mom" Both of them stood now, "I love him so much" She then looked at the blondes gift.
"Thanks for this Jaune, I love it"
"No problem Ms. 'Crater-face'. It suits you. Although I was originally planning for a wedding ring but you were still-oufh" Ruby childishly elbowed the teen, "Hehe, I thought it wouldn't be the best thing to give a 15 year old, right? Hehe"
"16" Ruby giggled cutely.
"Beg your pardon?" the dork did his signature dorky moves.
"I'm 16 Jaune. I turned 16 last month" Ruby then frowned and pouted cutely, "But you weren't there so it wasn't much fun" Jaune blink in a surprise manner but then smiled excitedly.
"I see, then you won't mind if we do a little adventure? Since I missed your birthday… I'd like to make up to you"
"Sure! Where are we going?"
"I happened to be prepared for this…" Jaune took out a map, "Let's see…"
The Council chamber…..
"It is as we feared, councilmen…. The 'order' is doing massive Grimm alteration…" started Ironwood.
Doctor Oobleck stood forward as the screen flickered open, "This giant Grimm is the latest and the strongest addition to their forces" an image of Godzilla wanna be was shown, "They are creating an artificial Army made solely of Grimm in massive numbers. This is the latest reports"
Ironwood continued, "Dimmesdale is not the only City that suffered a Grimm attack of these magnitude. Cities like Riverdale, Amstar, Delton and Caine had received the same amount of force of Grimm attacks
Councilor Nolan leaned forward from his chair, "And these happened in just 2 months after it began on Vale?"
"No sir, these 4 cities were attacked within this month alone. There are other 6 cities the last month…. and I believe more so will occur as the Vytal Festival nears. I know I have agree with the idea of proceeding with the festival to continue but I fear that the situation changed my mind. The best course of action for this is to cancel it"
Oobleck placed the data terminal to the digital table, "May I raise my concern Councilor Nolan?"
"Of course, any ideas or information is welcomed to these discussion if it'll help to deal with the threat"
"Well then I'll begin…" The doctor made various of air gestures that shuffled the screen, "I believe there is a pattern in these attacks," A map popped out, "Riverdale and Amstar are cities in the Mistral. According to the data Archer got from 'Lab 5'… The labs 4 and 2 were near the area. Our forces moved in yesterday and just like what happened to Dimmesdale, they faced large resistance by those Grimm Raptors. There wasn't any data left when our soldiers managed to take the bases"
Councilor Tukson seemed intrigue, "What are you suggesting doctor?"
"Something worse is about to happen" That was sooo obvious. Weren't they used on dealing with this kind of enemy? Anyway, "Councilor, 2 months ago, Vale suffered an attack on a scale that no one foreseen. 2 months later, 10 cities followed. I strongly believe that the enemy's first targets are the urban areas where the number of casualties can sum up to thousands if not millions. There are 13 more cities in Remnant that could be the next target"
Councilor Elion voiced out, "Why the City though? What happened to the small villages or town of the Kingdoms"
"Councilor Elion, I think they are merely treated as a bait"
"Explain Doctor" said Councilor Rune.
"Sir. Our focus right now is to aid and secure the survivors. Offer whatever aid we can give. By securing the remaining cities. Our forces are divided in various regiment, that leaves us vulnerable for a sucker punch. If we further divide our forces. It could leave us blind defenseless"
"I see but what do you suggest we do, Doctor?"
"I suggest we stray from our original plans"
"That's impossible. We can't just change th—" Tukson was interrupted when Ironwood flicked the screen once again, "The changes Dr. Oobleck is suggesting will not on a great scale, rather than divide our forces, we should unite them. I know it's sounds crazy but if the council would allow, we want to detail our move"
"Go ahead"
Ironwood nod then proceed, "We would like to stressed out that these attacks are done by the Grimm. Surprisingly, the 'White Fang' has gone dark. For the past 2 months there hasn't been a report of a dust robbery or White Fang movement. They went silent. At this point we just can't leave the Organization as a lost cost. I believe that it's a tactical movement to dull our senses and distract us. The First battalion is stationed at Dimmesdale, they can moveout at 2 days' time" Ironwood stress the location, "While The third battalion is stationed at Mistral. The Second at Vacuo. The Fourth and Fifth battalions are still here at Menagerie. By this time Councilmen, you can see the picture of our strength correct?"
The councilmen nod, "There are plenty of dark spot and isolated areas that we don't know off. We can sweep those places but I advise that we do not use force or men"
Councilor Tukson was baffled, "How so?"
Ironwood turned and presented the Doctor, "Dr. Oobleck has provided his aid on this"
The doctor once again stood forward, "I have invented a new defensive radar that can detect and at the same time nullify any Grimm that is caught by its pulse. This is a video recording of the demonstration after the attack on the Dimmesdale"
As the screen flickered alive, it showed an Ursa and a Raptor completely strapped in chains and various harness. These things were bolted down to the floor but they struggled to be free nonetheless. Oobleck was present at the scene. He was operating the advance mechanical device that looked like a simple basketball in size and shape,
"This is test number 34. By isolating the biological compounds of the Grimm and the Artificial Grimm codename Raptor, I have successfully genetically identified the biological components of their making. This test will determine if my new device can breakdown those compounds and prevent them from regenerating. Commencing Test…"
Oobleck pushed the red button first that turned green afterwards. As the Device powered up, it produce the first sonic Impulse. The wave travelled outwards and when it hit the two Grimm, the Raptor went berserk. The Raptor fought against all the restrains as the second pulse came. But this time, the body started to somehow melt like a blazing candle. The squeal was loud and deafening as the other scientific personnel began to run out of the room in fear. While the Raptor agonize before death, Oobleck stood still in place as he watch it all happen. However, that wasn't what baffled the Doctor. He was sure of his own findings and had faith in his own invention. It was the fact that—while the Raptor die and evaporate into nothing, the Ursa was not harmed nor was it affected even the slightest.
"Amazing! Well done Doctor!" The councilmen applaud at his work.
"Thank you but I fear that it is not over yet. There are a numerous of other artificial Grimm that were made and some of them are still unknown. The Grimm Golem and the Titan are but some of those" Oobleck then proceed with the next video, "This gentlemen is the Black sphere that appeared in the Skies of Vale during the Invasion. According to Raven, this is a new kind of weapon. Upon the explosion, it releases a dark liquid material. This liquid is odorless thus making it more difficult to detect…. The substance, regardless of who it touches, will undergo shifting"
"Shifting?" asked councilor Rune.
"Corruption. As Raven explained in details, it appears to be a new form of bio weapon. One that turns any living creature with sentient abilities into…" the doctor hesitated momentarily. Fear and discuss was present in his face, "Grimm"
"What!?"
"That is impossible! There is no such thing!" roared Councilor Nolan.
"Quiet!" bellowed by Councilor Rune, "Doctor, is this true? Have you got any evidence?"
"As of now I don't" the Doctor continued and played the video, "The only reason it was stopped at the last second before prior detonation was because of Jaune happens to be at the scene. As you all know, Jaune can absorb and emit natural energy. He simply took all of the substance into him, converted the 'corruption' and turned it into life energy…. Resulting for that green glitter-snow phenomenon that day. However, that was mere luck"
"Luck?"
"If Jaune wasn't in Vale at that time…. Vale could…. Have been gone forever"
Councilor Elion stood in anger, "We cannot let this happen! Whatever that thing can do, we need to stop it!"
"And how are we and our forces do that!? We know nothing of that weapon's real capabilities! And we cannot always rely on Jaune alone when dealing at it!" replied by Councilor Nolan.
"Please Councilors, calm down. As powerful and terrifying as it sounds, this 'Weapon' has one fatal weakness. Before it explodes, it needs a great amount of energy. It undergoes 'hibernation'. In this stage, the black sphere absorb energy or aura. Just like Jaune. However, due to the lack of consciousness or soul, it cannot create its own energy. It uses the energy in its surrounding. Anything with life that is without consciousness is taken. The time before detonation defers, 'base' only on how fast it can absorb energy before reaching critical state"
"This is everything Raven Branwen told you before?" asked Councilor Rune.
"Yes Councilor, like I said, in details…." Details were in every part of the swear statement of Raven Branwen. As it tells the horrifying results of the test subjects, before and after the exposure to the substance. Oobleck had to curse out loud after he was told about it. More so when he discovered that Dr. Marlow, a fellow scientist and a dear friend, has taken up the chair. The one he left…. The insane man has now made a sworn enemy out of the worst person in Remnant. Oobleck promised for the third time in all his life….. he will do everything in his power to stop Dr. Marlow and end him, if the opportunity presents itself.
Before the Councilors even discuss the threat in fear of its capabilities, Ironwood once again flickered the screen, "Despite that threat Councilors, we do have a plan of action. I present to you, Operation 'RABBIT'…."
Back to LANCASTER…..
"This….. is….. AWESOME!"
"Enjoying yourself, Ms. Rose?"
"YES! YES I AM! WHEEEEIIIII" The little bundle of joy exclaimed in glee. Ruby being like a child, flew like a super hero as she freely hovers off the terrain over the east mountain side of Fort Castle. The wind there are known to be strong and quite predictable. The blowing 200 kph of rushing wind upwards was perfect for thrill seekers and adventurers. (Like that scene in 'how to train your dragon 2' or doing a simple sky diving training) Only few know of this place and Jaune happens to be one of them. It was his 3rd favorite place on Menagerie that lets him feel free, it lets him connect with nature.
Ruby gestured like super girl as she adorably lets herself-sink in the moment. It was like she was really flying, "I know this-is like 'the most dangerous' thing I ever did but!" Ruby looked to Jaune and flew his way, "I don't care!"
With open tender loving arms, Jaune caught the cookie monster, "Got you!" Ruby giggled as she hugged back. The two were carelessly ignoring the 2 hundred feet drop if by chance the wind blew a stop. That drop has pointy and sharp rocks waiting for them, but who am I kidding, they are both badass enough to take care of themselves… I'm just a guy here….
"Don't let go Jaune!"
"I won't Ruby! I won't!" the moment was priceless and was forever treasured by the two teens in love as they both held each other and let the feelings of wonder and passion take over.
With the two hand in hand together, Ruby glance at him once more as they continued to float, "Hey Jaune!"
"Yeah?"
"I LOVE YOU!"
The blonde blushed redder than Ruby's cape, "I-I love you too!"
"I can't hear you!"
Jaune manly giggled and inhaled deeply, "RUBY ROSE! I AM HOPELESSLY AND MADLY IN LOVE WITH YOU!"
Holy Grounds…..
Neo could only sighed in both boredom and disappointment. It was official ladies and gentlemen, she was jealous of Ruby Rose. Not only did Jaune happened to be the personal and private tour guide of the girl…. she happens to be the 'girlfriend' of his brother. Something Neo needed to accept sooner or later, because the two were 'soooo' in love with one another, they could already proceed to the nearest church and get married.
She may be jealous at the moment because of the attention Ruby had, but she was still glad. Jaune needs something that can bring happiness to his life and right now, Ruby is that happiness.
Neo was seating on the floor as dozen of books were scattered around her. She was spending her entire day doing research while the rest of the gang was elsewhere. Jaune wanted her to spent some quality time with her father, Oobleck, but she rather stays in the 'Holy Grounds' than to be with some brainy person. She acknowledge the guy being the biological parent but not that entirely for now.
The Holy Grounds is like the holies sanctuary in all of Menagerie. It holds all the ancient knowledge and books that cannot be found anywhere in Remnant. It was located in the heart of Fort Castle resting beneath 50 feet of the structure. Though underground, the place was bright as daylight. The Center ring was like a tree with several ancient collapsed structures of doors, walls, towers and pillars. Countless of bookshelves were scattered all around yet affix and properly organized in place. The walls were glowing with naturally made 'dust' stones that acts like a light bulb. It eliminates all that can be seen in the area.
However, what was more stunning is the central pillar that was enormous in size yet breath taking at a single glance. The pillar stood 230 meters tall and 25 meters wide, the main body had carves of ancient arts and most of it was made into small paths or doorways. It was a piece of history as the magic of the first world transvers in the pillar. You see, half of the tall structure is somehow gone or got shattered. The entire upper portion was 'floating' in place, still and unmoving. The top portion was made of stones with more various carvings. However the actual shape of it resembles that of a tree, like a dome covering of the building 'Pantheon' in Rome.
It was a place like no other for Neo, that is why she stayed there rather than to deal with the others. Anyway, she was doing her own research at the time. She keeps on looking for any clues or data she can extract out of the Angelarium section. The place had record of every single known angel that exists in Heaven and had a purpose. However, it didn't had anything of the four great angels of all time.
Raziel (Angel of Mysteries)
Azrael (Angel of Death)
Zachriel (Angel of Memory)
Eistibus (Angel of Divination)
Those are the four Grand Angels that refuses to make contract with her let alone answer her calls. Every formula of squabbles and summoning circles neo made didn't work. She failed 264 times and now, it was a total of 301 having the day all to herself. She was frustrated about it that she refuses to give up. She badly wants to meet one and make a deal. If that happens she can at least do something about Jaune's wish… and hers…
The little witch wasn't alone. She was accompanied by one of her angels, Samshiel, (Angel of the Eclipse).
"Come on! There has to be a way!"
"My lady, while it is always a pleasure to be called forth to help you at your studies…. I must insist that you abandon this seeking for a moment and reflect. It is wise to rest your mind…"
The girls slumped in the floor, "I-I don't have the time Samshiel, I have to do this and I need to—"
"Perhaps it is not always the 'need' to see one My lady…. If you seek answers you must only ask, not demand"
"But I have asked Samshiel! All this time I've been asking on why won't they hear me!? I've been true to my words and I completely denounced the dark one! I have turned away from the darkness and I refused to force my Angels to do the bidding of the dark forces! But why!?" Neo clenched her fist, "Why do I feel like I still lack on so many things!?" Tears began to appear, "What is this thing I keep on looking for!?"
Out of nowhere, a smooth male voice erupted, "That would be yourself dear one…"
"Wait what? I-is tha—was that you Samshiel?"
The angle only shrugged gently as she smiled and began to disappear, "Like I said, you only need to ask, not demand… looks like 'he' has found interest in you my lady…."
"W-wait! Samshiel!... damn! Oh come on! What do I have to do just t—"
"Time…." The voice rang once again.
"W-wait!? Are you…. Are you another angel!?"
The mysterious voice laughed in a kindly tone, "I am but a fragment of your understanding, dear one"
"Who are you!?"
From a distance, hiding in plain view, a faint creature smiles upon the rather interesting little female human, "Let 'time' be your answer….. You seek something that only time can tell….."
Neo called once again and asked but the voice didn't respond anymore. That kind of experience wasn't scary for Neo, she was quite used to seeing or hearing weird and somewhat abnormal things that pops before her. However, what surprises her was that another Angel has come forth and made 'its' presence known to her. Now that was a rare case. No Angel can come down on Remnant without being Summon. That was the basic.
Anyway, the cryptic message baffled her so much that a surge of sugar rush like energy woke her soul up. She began stand and walked in circles, trapped in her own thoughts until an idea came to her mind. She quickly ran towards another corner of the book shelves and took out another book.
The guardian of thy sleep.
"This will be the first time…" She opened the book gently, "Well…. Better than nothing…" The girl quickly relaxed herself and readied her semblance take effect of the summoning ritual, "I call forth the one that lingers in my dream to protect the land of pure thought and divinity of thy soul…. Come! Dumah, (Angel of Dreams)"
Ein Sof….
"It has come to my attention that the 'illusive witch' has once again tried to use my Emblemed summoning Circle" Apparently Eistibus (Angel of Divination) was sighing in disappointing tone. It was the 134th time already. Him along with Raziel (Angel of Mysteries) and Zachriel (Angel of Memory) stood before the great Tree 'Ein Sof'. It was a meeting to discuss a matter that is destined to take place.
"It seems the judgement day nears….. to which side shall 'Remnant' will fall?" asked Eistibus (Angel of Divination).
"It will be upon the Humans themselves to choose…. This time…. We cannot nor will not intervene….. The Destiny of the King's dream hangs on a single thread called hope" answered Raziel (Angel of Mysteries)
Zachriel (Angel of Memory) stepped closer to the tree as she placed her hands over the wooden surface, "Let us not lose faith in them…. The king has faith in Humanity….. let us be the same…."
"Dear Zachriel! Do forget? We are not to choose a side on this, we are but watchers" says Eistibus (Angel of Divination).
"You were always the doubting one Eistibus…."
"That is because I have foreseen it…. I have not taken a side, yet I have seen the outcome of that 'thread'… At the peak of this war…. 'Hope' snaps away from the grasp of man….. they have brought this upon themselves"
Zachriel tilted her head in confusion yet giggled at the foreseeing statement, "And yet you can't see pass that, am I right? Dear Eistibus?"
"…." The silence meant yes.
"The future after the 'thread' snaps is blank. No matter how powerful and almighty we may be. We can't break that 'blank' nor can we define it…."
Eistibus turns to his left and glance at the fellow being with faceless mask, "I figured that is Raziel (Angel of Mysteries) domain…"
The Angel only shrugged in reply, "The reason itself is a mystery my dear brother and sister. One anomaly exists and as long as that anomaly is out there….. we cannot be certain of 'hope' being taken away….. We have been witnesses in Humanity's struggles…. We saw 'hope' taken away from them and yet they stand and strive clinging to what little that is left… We saw them fall and we saw them rise…. Hope is what gives them a chance to aim a better future….. " the angel turns to Eistibus, "that is what makes them remember" Zachriel giggles, "Hope is in everything…..The king himself proved that"
"I see that we are all here" the three angels turned around to see the last guest has finally arrived.
Azrael (Angel of Death) appeared in a hurry, "I have received the 'call'…. Who was it?"
"Well brother it wasn't the 'illusive witch'… the girl barely makes my summoning circle perfect" reasoned Eistibus.
"Ah yes, Dear little Neo is still trying her best to call one of us, I see"
A mysterious voice emerged, "Indeed" It was the same voice Neo heard. However, the voice was now mystic in manner as the echoes were more stern and quite lofty.
The four Grand Angels turned towards the tree as a bright light suddenly erupted from a materialized door, "The girl proves to be true to her words… much like the King himself then…."
"I see now…" started Azrael (Angel of Death).
"The one that made the 'call'…" continued Zachriel (Angel of Memory).
"Is the one that dwells in all…" marveled, Eistibus (Angel of Divination)
"Remph, (Angel of Time)…. It is true… the judgement day draws near… and so does the path of 'destinies' that will cross with one another" said Raziel (Angel of Mysteries).
"Yes, my brothers and sisters…. The Anomaly will now make a choice…. It is now time to judge Humanity"
To be Continue….. rather, the LANCASTER continues HAHA (*sigh* I know I suck)
Next Chapter : The Other Maiden Goddesses
Although Volume 4 is so awesome with all the new stuff we've being seeing up until now, I wish to keep and stick with my plot. Like I said, this story is nearing its conclusion…
If you guys wishes to see how I envisioned or from where I based the Kingdom of Menagerie, here's the references:
Forte Castle Gate :
The mountain City of Phanavar by NakadaiShimada
mountain_city_dam_by_industrial_forest
Summer Rose's resting place : Waterfall Tree by k04sk
Landscapes : Noah-Bradley_Plateau
Noah-Bradley_Plains2
Noah-Bradley_Transguild-Promenade
Noah-Bradley_The-Birth-of-Eden
The Great World Tree: Noah-Bradley_Forest
The Eastern City of Ansel : On the rise by TARGETE
Holy Grounds : Environment Artwork - Characters & Art TERA The Exiled Realm of Arborea
The Southern City of Babel : Skyhome by kekai-k
All the credits goes to them!
If you wish to see the actual images of Neo's angels:
A.) Azrael, (Angel of Death)
B.) Eistibus (Angel of Divination)
C.) Raziel (angel of Mystery)
D.) Zachriel (angel of Memory)
E.) Remph, (Angel of Time)
F.) Dumah, (Angel of Dreams)
You can search it on the net
Credits to: Peter Mohrbacher, great job on the Artworks
Peter Mohrbacher is an artist working on a fantasy project called Angelarium. The art and themes are beautiful but scary, leaving you with a feeling of wonder.
You can explore more of Angelarium on , instagram, tumblr, or Deviantart.
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The chapter updates will be weekly (hopefully) my Studies and Professors won't be terrorizing my weekends or any free time.
So until then See Yea!
Kuya-taku is out! PEACE …. (^-^),,"V"