Storm Rising [Old Version]

Prologue

I floated weightlessly through the infinite expanse of the void, my fur brushing against the unseen currents that moved through the nothingness. Eons seemed to slip by unnoticed, time losing all meaning in the tranquil embrace of the darkness.

Then, like a beacon in the vast emptiness, a shimmering light pierced through the shadows. Its ethereal glow, a delicate blend of silver and green, beckoned me forward, illuminating the path that lay before me in this timeless void.

A striking figure emerges before me, a tall woman who appears to be in her early twenties. Her lustrous white hair cascades down her back in a thick braid, drawing attention to her pointed wolf ears and tail that add an otherworldly charm to her appearance. Clad in gleaming silver armor that catches the non-existent light, she exudes an aura of untamed wildness.

A sleek bow is slung over her shoulder, ready for action at a moment's notice. The quiver of arrows attached to her belt suggests she is a skilled archer, always prepared for any challenge that may come her way. Her white shirt and dark brown pants are practical and comfortable, allowing for ease of movement in any situation.

Around her neck hangs a delicate silver necklace resembling a circlet of leaves, with a beautifully crafted image of a howling wolf dangling from it.

"Hello, little pup. My name is Aurelia. I have come to give you my Blessing." She says.

I cannot speak, so I attempt to push my thoughts towards her. 'Your blessing?' I ask.

She smiles. "A Blessing, but yes. I have never seen a soul drifting in the void before, and it interested me. And you have the soul of a wolf. You will be a good champion." She says.

She takes a deep breath and then turns to face me. "I have just one request. If you happen upon my dungeon, please help her. When you are ready, you can bestow a blessing upon her yourself. It may not be as powerful as my own Blessing, but it will make a difference."

A distant look crosses her face before she gazes into my soul. "It seems you have a strong affinity for all the elements, but the Storm is where you will truly shine. I will need to seek assistance from Caelus and Draconis to prepare your vessel for your soul. Their Blessings will aid in this."

Suddenly, three entities materialize before us. One appears as a storm in the shape of a wolf, the next a colossal red dragon with eyes of molten gold, and the third an elf-like figure with celestial markings and starlit hair.

Aurelia directs her attention to the elf. "What brings you here?" she inquires crossly. The elf responds casually, "Well, Cael and Draco were making their way, and seeing as it has been six centuries since we last crossed paths, I thought I would pay you a visit."

Turning to me, the elf peers deep into my soul before returning her gaze to Aurelia. "I understand your need for their assistance. Where will she emerge?"

Aurelia gazes into the void ahead. "She will materialize in the Primordial Forest, in the east." The elf's excitement is palpable. "I, Aurelia, Titan of the Wyld, the Hunt, and wolves, the Light of Life, give you my Blessing. May your limits never end, on my authority. Hunt well, my champion."

The storm being spoke next. "I, Caelus, Titan of the Storm, give you my Blessing. May your skill with the Storm be unparalleled."

Then the dragon stepped forward. "I am Draconis, Titan of Dragons and Fire. May you be strengthened by dragons. Do my blessing worthy, little pup."

Then the elf stepped forward with a mischievous grin. "I am Nyx, Titan of the Night. I give you my magic to hide you. May the moon ever favor you. Trust her. She is from my domain."

Aurelia scratched my ears and gave me a small smile. "Farewell, little pup. May the stars light your path."