SOULTALE | By ShadowNTS

(Chapter 177) Gods.

There exists a tale as old as time. It was believed amongst the elders that there once was a being capable of infinite power and intelligence. However, due to a battle that resulted in the birth of the universe, that being fell ill. It soon died of that unforgiving illness. Ancient readings state that its' body and soul dispersed throughout the land and imbued itself into its' residents, giving them supernatural powers fueled by their souls. This event was known as the "Great Soul War". The consequences of the war were cataclysmic, even being seen today, and under those consequences fall the birth of two powerful beings. The two guarded the world in their own ways, one through pure good, the other through pure evil, but despite their differences, unlike mortals ever believed, they lived in peace with each other, even being friends. Frisk and Chara eventually arrive at the respective highest and lowest points, in two different realms.

FSK: Beyond here is the exit.
TWL: All that's left is him.

One man stands atop a pillar, looking out of the giant window. He averts his gaze onto the two. All-Father claps as he smiles gently at Frisk and Twilight.

ALF: Congratulations, warrior, for making it thus far.
FSK: The exit... we have to get past you, right?
ALF: I'm afraid so.
FSK: Then so be it.
ALF: Was hoping we'd chat for a bit.
TWL: Let's get him, Frisk!

Frisk summons her sword and dashes towards All-Father, whilst Twilight maneuvers swiftly behind him. Meanwhile, across the realms, Chara has bumped into the lord of hell, Lucifer.

LCF: You've finally arrived!
CHR: Did you think I wouldn't?!
LCF: So arrogant, love it!
CHR: Now, lord of demons, show me what ya got!

Chara drags her scythe across the ground and leaps towards Lucifer, swinging relentlessly. She moves around him, attacking without hesitation. Lucifer extends his claws and with one swing, injures Charas' chest, causing her to spill massive amounts of blood. She quickly recovers and lunges towards him. Lucifer grabs her scythe and drags her closer, slamming her into the wall.

CHR: Soul Power... Hellish Eruption!

Lucifer notices the knife lunged into his back but before he can rid of it, a giant pillar engulfs him, but he comes out of it unscathed. Chara smirks and dashes towards him, unleashing fatal blows one after another. Lucifer masterfully counters and rips off Charas' arm, which she reattaches using her blood.

LCF: Blood manipulation... extraordinary!

Lucifer takes the initiative and zips across the battlefield and exchanges blows with Chara. He unleashes a barrage of claws. Chara spins her scythe and blocks the strikes, before digging it into the ground and throwing herself towards her opponent, delivering a strong kick to the jaw. Lucifer spits and digs his claws into the ground, causing an earthquake, destroying the battlefield. Chara stands atop the debris. Lucifer dashes towards her and throws a fatal attack, which Chara carefully dodges but is quickly met with an unexpected left hook. She crashes into the debris. Lucifer smiles, enjoying the fight. Meanwhile, in the palace, Frisk, Twilight and All-Father are showing off their skills. Frisk delivers swift slashes whilst Twilight circles around them, throwing quick chops unexpectedly. All-Father easily blocks each strike and counters by masterfully dodging Frisks' attack and grabbing her arm, before throwing her against Twilight. They collide with each other and fall onto the ground. Frisk stands back up and looks frustrated.

FSK: Twilight, I have a plan.
TWL: Heh, roger that.

Twilight dashes towards All-Father and barrages him with successive attack, but he senses a mistake in her movements. All-Father gently taps Twilights' arm, throwing her off and aiming for her heart. Suddenly, Twilights' body vanishes into the air and Frisk appears behind her, swinging her sword. All-Father smirks. In an instant, he redirects his attack and knocks Frisks' sword off of her hands, before delivering a strong kick to her stomach. Twilight catches Frisk before she could crash into the ground.

TWL: (Shit, he nullified our plan that easily?!)
FSK: *cough* All... according to plan.

All-Fathers' eyes widen as he realizes Frisks' plan. Before he could react, in the corner of his eye, he sees roots throwing Frisks' sword towards him. Unable to fully dodge, he stops the sword with his palm. Blood drips down his hand.

ALF: Amazing, Frisk, your intellect is even better than I expected.
FSK: (Tsk, I definitely thought that'd get him, but now at least I know that I'm always one step in front!)
ALF: Right now you're thinking that I'm one step behind, aren't you?
FSK: (How did he?!)
ALF: Let me show you the real power of a god.

All-Father snaps his fingers. The three of them are instantly teleported to a vast land on top of the clouds. Nothing can be seen in the horizon.

ALF: Heavenly Power, Theory of Evolution!

The land blossoms into a lively atmosphere, as the ground is overtaken by grass and plants. Their aroma is lovely. This is All-Fathers' power.

End of Chapter 177
"Gods"

[ Frisk and Chara have made it to the end. ]

-- Extra Soul Trivia! --
-- Did ya know? --
Jigukos' name actually means hell! You can search it up right now!