In the depths of Orario's unforgiving labyrinthine expanse, where monsters and darkness reign unchallenged, a compelling saga unfurls. The choices of two champions, Zard and Alfia, to stand watch over their niece and nephew (Alice and Bell), send ripples across the globe, reshaping the very fabric of their world.

Prepare to journey through a realm enshrouded in despair, where peril slinks around every corner and the fragile alliances of old are akin to delicate glass. Within the pages of "A Light Amidst the Darkness," a narrative beckon—one of turmoil, where the tapestry of fate intertwines with tragedy, pushing characters beyond their breaking points.

Within the tapestry of shadows and sorrow, a single glimmer of hope takes root. A beacon of light emerges against the backdrop of unyielding despair, casting its radiant glow upon characters who steadfastly reject surrender to encroaching darkness. Amid their struggles, they forge bonds that defy breaking, ascending from the abyss in search of redemption and renewal.

As you immerse yourself in the chapters of this enthralling grim-dark odyssey, you'll encounter complex characters, their journeys etched with pain, resilience, and unforeseen bonds of camaraderie. This world they inhabit is a landscape of turmoil and deceit, yet it also harbors concealed strength and unwavering resolve.

"A Light Amidst the Darkness" stands as a testament to the unwavering human spirit's pursuit of survival, of kindling hope amid all-encompassing loss, and of unearthing light even from the darkest recesses. Brace yourself for a tale both unrelenting and unforgettable—a narrative where the pursuit of hope stands as a guiding beacon through the abyss of despair, guiding each step, decision, and defiant heart.

As you delve into the depths of this tale, you may find yourself pondering: will the light ultimately outshine the encroaching darkness? Or will the very essence of the abyss consume the light? Only by venturing forth can these answers be unveiled, for within this tale, while darkness may wield its dominion, a guiding light shall forever illuminate the way.

Alright so now for the disclaimers, warnings, and explanations.

So I just received this question so place a note here to clarify it for anyone that has he same question.

· MS stands for Main Series.

· SO stands for Sword Oratoria

· AR stands for Astraea Record.

Majority of canon characters in these series will appear. Though I may alter

All events considered cannon and non-canon in any Danmachi Mobile game are fair game for my story. I won't use everything but I might use some different events as I see fit.

First off. I intend for this to me for Mature Audiences. So I have been approved for an account on AO3 as such The story is not crossed listed there under the same name and it is still by ZsFanficts. So if the story every disappears from it it will still be on AO3. As of right now there should be now worries about the story being removed.

There will be very little differences between the cross posting.

This story is going to be set in a dark world version of Danmachi cannon. The consequence of Alfia and Zard looking after Bell and Alice will be to prolong the war between the Guild and Evilus. Also this is my first fanfiction so Please let me know what you all think.

So I will note several significant changes from the canonical timeline.

1) Alfia and Meteria will be 3 Years older than they are in cannon.

2) Meteria was 16/17 when she had Bell in cannon so aging both her and Alfia are necessary.

3) She will be the same age as in cannon as when she has Bell and Alice.

4) Bell will have a twin sister named Alice.

5) They will both be 3 when Zeus and Hera Familias go to fight OEBD.

6) The fall of Zeus and Hera Familias will follow a similar route in cannon.

7) Bell and Alice will be raised by Zeus and Hera in a moderately sized village away from Orario.

8) Hera will believe that Zeus will raise Bell to be a pervert if left to his own devices. She will not allow her favorite grandson to be corrupted.

9) Also, with regards to leveling and ranking up outside Orario. It will be easier in this world for the simple fact that there is more conflict and violence than cannon.

10) Now that all being said most places will consider themselves lucky if they have a level 4 adventurer.

11) The exceptions to this will be the:

a. North: Odin/Frigg Familia's. They guard the Dragon Valley and see much more fighting than other places. They will have some level 6s and 5s.

b. Far East: Amaterasu. In Canon there were civil wars that plagued the region. In this case we are going to have Evilus continue to destabilize the region and exploit the conflict for gain.

c. Telskuya: Kali, you all know why.

12) The neighboring countries will see that Orario is losing strength and is likely to fall. As such they will focus on strengthening their defense and preparing their armies to defend the mortal realm.

13) As a rule, I intend to have the main cast of cannon characters be a level or two higher than at the start of cannon. So, for example, Ais will be level Six when Bell arrives rather than level 5. While Ryu will be level 6 rather than level 4.

14) Ottar will remain the only level 7 in Orario. As Evilus will not have any Level 7s there will be no feat for Ottar to rank up from at this point.

15) Erebus will descend from Heaven, but it will be 10 years after the start of the Dark Age rather than 8 years.

16) Bell will be 18 when he arrives in Orario rather than 14. I am going to set the arrival date the same as cannon.

I think those are the biggest differences that I can think of right let me know if you all have any questions or comments.