Cyber Chronicles 1: Crimson's Effect

Chapter 20: Lincoln (Past)

Lincoln's six-month journey of rigorous training manifested in the fluidity of his movements. The clash of his crimson energy blade against the droid's strike resonated in the training arena. The blade seamlessly fused into his arm, a lethal extension that could stun or kill based on the kinetic energy Lincoln infused into it.

As the droid raised its sword for another strike, Lincoln executed a nimble backward flip, simultaneously unleashing three calculated energy shards. The droid, exhibiting inhuman speed, evaded two with ease. The third, however, found its mark, striking the droid's sword and sending it hurtling backward. Though not fully disarmed, it momentarily disrupted the mechanical adversary.

In response, the droid revealed two rocket cannons on each side, launching mini yet lethal missiles with precision. 

Lincoln, anticipating the aerial assault, conjured an energy platform mid-air. With a swift kick on the platform, he propelled himself away, narrowly evading the explosive projectiles. The missiles found their targets on the ground, leaving behind craters as remnants of the failed attack.

As Lincoln touched down safely, a sigh of exertion escaped him. The energy he invested in closing the gap with the droid proved fruitless as it once again distanced itself, relying on its advanced weaponry. The droid unleashed a barrage of machine-poisoned bullets, but Lincoln, utilizing his enhanced abilities, summoned a forcefield stronger than ever, effortlessly deflecting the deadly projectiles.

Seizing the opportunity, he inundated the droid with numerous energy blasts, creating a diversion. Exploiting the distraction, Lincoln focused his attention behind the mechanical adversary, causing himself to vanish from sight. Traces of his crimson-red energy lingered in the air, serving as evidence of his swift evasion.

In the blink of an eye, Lincoln reappeared behind the droid. His fists crackled with charged energy as he delivered a potent uppercut to the mechanical foe's back. The force of the blow sent the droid soaring upward, disintegrating into scattered fragments.

This maneuver, dubbed 'warping' by Lincoln, allowed him to switch places with energy under his control. While it resembled teleportation due to its speed, it was confined to short distances and limited to locations within his field of vision.

The training ground echoed with the remnants of the clash, a testament to Lincoln's heightened prowess and strategic acumen. The once-static crimson energy had evolved into a dynamic force under his command, marking a significant milestone in his journey toward mastery.

In a moment of introspection, Lincoln closed his eyes and directed his focus inward. An ethereal third-person view unfolded, revealing the intricate network of his skeletal system bathed in various hues of energy.

The most noticeable was the green energy, a familiar signature shared among all life forms. Lincoln labeled this energy Nature Energy, recognizing its connection to the fundamental essence of life. Beyond this shared foundation, however, Lincoln's energy signature branched into distinct colors, each serving a unique purpose.

Blue emanated as Kinetic Energy, the force behind his offensive and defensive maneuvers. It manifested in the creation of energy blades, force fields, and platforms—a versatile energy that shaped his combat prowess.

Red, identified as Plasma Energy, remained a resource primarily utilized for warping and healing. Its potential lay largely untapped, its mysteries awaiting discovery.

Then, there was purple—an enigma within Lincoln's energy spectrum. Unexplored and unutilized, its properties remained a mystery even to Lincoln himself.

Despite the array of colors that composed his energy signature, an intriguing phenomenon occurred when observed by others. To the naked eye and conventional vision, Lincoln's energy manifested as a consistent crimson red, regardless of its actual type or function. Only through the lens of his energy vision could he discern the intricate dance of colors within.