Black light

Introduction

The world has been formed for thousands of years.  The history of mankind on earth is full of mysteries.  For thousands of years, legends about the owners of mysterious powers and extraordinary abilities have been passed down from generation to generation.  In the eyes of some, these were just legends, but the truth was known only to the chosen ones.

This world was divided into three invisible powerful factions: the Luminarhs, the Technomarchs, and the mysterious Umbirions.

Luminarhs are magical beings who can manipulate human emotions, change actions, or manifest their power through voice.  Their hierarchy was strict: Noveys, Cerdors, Alyans and Hydras.  They were a class that maintained itself through strong cooperation and knowledge.

Technomarkets have developed technology beyond human imagination.  They were divided into three categories: Absolutes - those in this category had almost unlimited power with the help of technology;  Nights - those who live in shadows and secrets;  and the Enternain, a class skilled in human manipulation.

Almost no one knew about Umbiryans.  There were only legends about them, but it was forbidden to talk about them.

The rules between these three forces were called the "Trinity Rules" and they were binding on all.  Through these rules, the balance of the world could be maintained.  But the unbalancing forces—the unknown villains—were always lurking in the shadows.

The first chapter

New York City.  In the evening.  Neon lights illuminated the city sky.  Car horns and the noise of people could be heard from the busy streets.  Max is a 19-year-old freshman who had to work the evening shift to support his family.  His last job was guarding a museum.  Although the place looked peaceful, it was boring for Max.

One day, on night duty, Max noticed something unusual in the museum hall.  As he was walking around the exhibition halls as usual, he suddenly noticed a loud noise and a bright light.  He said in a voice mixed with surprise and fear:
"Who is there?"

At the edge of the hall, in front of an ancient statue, stood a man in strange clothes.  As Max approached it, he saw that there were not one, but two people.  One of the strangers raised his palm, and suddenly a strange light appeared.  The light moved the statue and instantly transformed it into something else.

Max couldn't believe his eyes.  How could this be?  One of the strangers noticed him and stopped for a moment.  Then he approached Max and said in a firm voice:
"What are you doing here?"

"I... I'm a guard... I'm sorry... that... what was that?"  Max said with a trembling voice.

The stranger watched him carefully and slowly smiled:
"Now that you know that, you have to make a choice."  Either you forget, or you work with me from tomorrow.

He opened his palm and an address appeared.
- You will come here tomorrow.  When a word comes out of your mouth, think about the consequences yourself.

After saying these words, the stranger suddenly disappeared.  Max stared at the address.  His life changed forever that night.

Chapter 1: The Beginning of a New Life

The next day, Max rechecked the alarm clock five times to make sure he didn't wake up too late.  His mind was occupied with the events of the night: the mysterious man in the museum, his spell, and the dangerous proposal.  Max was somehow connected to this mysterious world, but why him?

Max's heart was pounding as the taxi brought him to the destination.  A narrow, old street crowded with people... and a house: a tall, black stone building with black curtains covering the windows.  Max pressed the call button.  In a few seconds, the door opened, and the man from yesterday appeared in front of him.

"Come in," he said sternly.
Max stepped in suspiciously.  The inside of the house was even more mysterious than the outside.  There were many shelves, all of them full of old books, and the windows were covered with thick dust.  In the middle of the room was a long table, on which lay various bottles, papers and drawings.

"What am I doing here?"  Max finally asked.

"You'll learn," said the man.  "First you discover your abilities. Before you can be told anything, you need to know about it."

"What abilities?"  There was doubt in Max's voice.

The man smiles.  He took a book from the table and handed it to Max.  "Have you heard of luminarchs?"

Max opened the book, every page was full of mysterious symbols and pictures.  "No, who are they?"

"Luminarchs are the possessors of the magical powers of this world. Their abilities are divided into two types: sound and movement. Some can use both - they are called Tuwais. But our enemy is the Technomarchs. They use magic based on technology.  used."

"And what do I have to do with it?"  Max closed the book and looked at the man.

"You," said the man gravely, "are the key to the new generation. The old power is hidden within you. If you do not unlock it yourself, your enemies will. Then doom for this world will begin."

Max was shocked by these words.  He was just an ordinary guy, how could he be responsible for the fate of the world?

Continuation of Chapter 1: The Rule of Three

Max smiled.
"You said to learn the rules first? I haven't even read our entire Constitution! Do I have to memorize that too?"

The man replied seriously to Max's joke.
"If you don't know these rules, life itself will be difficult. The Rules of Trinity are not simple laws. They are the main pillars of the world of Luminarhs, Technomarchs and Umbirions."

Max was interested:
"The rules of three? What rules are they?"

The man opened the dusty book on the table.  The writings on it were old, almost faded, but they hid a wonderful story.  As the man turned the page, he said:
"The Rule of Three maintains the balance of three powers: the Luminarhs, the Technomarchs, and the Umbirions. These laws have been passed down for thousands of years, and breaking them is absolutely dangerous."

Max looked at the pages in the book.  Mysterious signs, various shapes and words were drawn on it.
"Okay, go ahead," he said, but his face was full of doubt.

The man continued:
"One: Do not oppress. Never use your power to harm others. This power should be used for protection. Anyone who misleads it will not be forgiven."

Max listened intently, nodding his head.  The man opened the next page.

"Second: Keep the balance. The balance between the three forces must not be disturbed. If one force dominates the others or breaks the balance, this world will be destroyed."

"And the third one?"  asked Max.

"You will discover the third rule yourself," said the man mysteriously.  "You will have to pass special tests to learn this rule."

Max was more and more intrigued by this, but the man didn't want to continue.
"Let's get started," he said.  "First we need to discover your power. I don't know what ability awaits you, but you definitely have a power inside you."

Max's life was suddenly changing.  A few days ago, he was an ordinary student and museum employee.  Now, he had to be responsible for saving the world.  But is he ready to accept it?