Warfare Augmented Intelligent Frame Unit

Chapter 40 - Boys' Night

Chapter 40 - Boys' Night

Our History Professor, Professor Gremus—better known as Doctor G, a nickname he relished as it highlighted his hard-earned doctorate—was standing before us, his square-shouldered frame illuminated by the faint glow of the hologram presentation. He looked every bit the seasoned academic, with a head of neatly combed gray hair and an unmistakable air of authority. A pair of small speaker modules hung from his belt, their soft hum a testament to the devices' function: amplifying his voice to an authoritative boom perfect for commanding attention in a bustling lecture hall.

Doctor G gestured towards the vibrant hologram, which displayed the shimmering contours of a planet bathed in blue and gold: Xyraxis. His voice rang clear, carrying a weight of reverence and history.
"When Xyraxis was created twenty years ago, humanity entrusted Duke Arcaliburn to spearhead the groundbreaking research into the planet's cyber-mystic properties," he began, his tone infused with equal parts pride and awe. "With the support of Treenity Innovations Corporation, they forged the Warfare Augmented Intelligent Frame Units—revolutionary mechs—and from there, the intricate Weaponry Enhancement Engineering Bios system was born. It wasn't long before Duke Arcaliburn rose as the Kaiser of Xyraxis."

The hologram shifted with a fluid motion, zooming in on the spinning globe of Xyraxis until it revealed the intricate, glistening metropolis of Exestia. Animated sequences played, depicting the city's construction—a breathtaking blend of futuristic skyscrapers and mystic-infused architecture. The presentation concluded with a towering monument of Duke Arcaliburn, standing proudly in the heart of the capital, his likeness cast in shimmering crystal.

Doctor G paused, letting the display hold our attention before continuing. "The capital city, Exestia, lies in the southern hemisphere of Xyraxis. It's not just the center of trade and development for the cyber mystic—it's the planet's shield. The mighty Archonlight Tower stands vigilant, its light a barrier against external threats."

The display morphed again, cycling through the faces of Xyraxis' past leaders, each one imbued with a distinct presence even in holographic form. Finally, the current leader's face appeared, accompanied by the radiant glow of the Archonlight behind her.
"Kaisers are the emperors and empresses of Xyraxis," Doctor G explained, his voice now tinged with a touch of admiration. "Today, we are under the protection of Kaiserin Grace Arcaliburn, wielder of the Archonlight. Thanks to her, the Archonlight Tower stands strong, defending us from the relentless attacks of the Cosmic Beasts."

A hand shot up from one of our classmates, a girl with a determined expression. "Doctor G," she began, her voice cutting through the ambient hum of the hologram, "what about the Blackout Siege that happened months ago? Was the Kaiserin attacked during it?"

The room fell silent as everyone turned their attention to Doctor G. For a moment, he seemed at a loss, his usual commanding presence faltering slightly. He adjusted his speaker modules, the small click of his fingers against the controls audible in the quiet. "Unfortunately," he said after a pause, his voice more subdued than usual, "there are still many mysteries surrounding the Blackout Siege. What I can assure you is that the Kaiserin is safe, secure within the capital, and there was no recorded damage to the tower's Archonlight System. The investigation bureau continues to study the incident, but answers remain elusive."

Another student leaned forward, their curiosity uncontainable. "Could it have been a hack?" they asked, their tone edged with a mix of fear and intrigue.

Doctor G's response was firm, almost indignant. "No," he said sharply, shaking his head. "The Archonlight Tower cannot be hacked. The system exists far beyond the realms of conventional quantum physics. What little we understand about it suggests it operates closer to the domains of magic than to any technology humanity has mastered. Even now, the true workings of the Archonlight and its tower remain an enigma."