The Second Realm

Chapter 1: The Birth of Something New

Two birthdays on the same day, two children begin a journey that will last the span of their lifetimesdd. From this year of 5130 and to years and years to come, this day will change the course of history.

With the smell of cake and candle smoke wafting through the room, Ece opened her eyes to the big bundle of brown fluffiness that was handed to her. Just as her laugh echoed through the room she squeezed the stuffed otter that had been thrown into her lap. Today is her fifth birthday . Since the visit to the Aquarium, a stuffed pet otter is all Ece wanted. A surprising request her parents thought, but a genuine wish none the less. Most girls her age were asking for dolls and puppies, but Ece just a stuffed animal. She had always been different. From the way she carried herself to the attitudes she gave Ece had always acted older than she really was. Well, older than what her parents thought she was.

Edan was born in Humbridge, a small town on the upper side of the Second Realm of Biron. To Edan Humbridge was just any other town. With small shops consisting of art, pottery, dresses, and armor, restaurants and taverns that held anything from beer to milk, blacksmiths who forged the metal the town grew with and swordsmiths who forged the spears and swords that carried the realm into battle, it boasted to be the largest town on the upper side. Born of a wealthy family, Edan was handpicked at a young age to become the Majesties trained guards. His father being a General in Her Majesties army and his mother having high ranks in the council, Edan was picked for his good genes. With sandy blonde hair and sky blue eyes he was already a hit with the little girls of the town. He cared nothing for the little primpy girls. He was bred for success, for battle. Today he was turning seven. Today was the day he would learn about the Realms. Knowing this would make him superior to his friends back at the training yard. He was giddy to finally know the secret of the Realms.

Ece didn't know why, but she had always felt different from the girls at her school. All they thought about was icky boys and pink dresses. She thought about the way the trees blew in the wind. She thought about the way the humming birds metallic wings fluttered and how the brook dribbled with crystal clear water. Why did she look at the sunlight like it was a ribbon of wisdom floating down from the sky above? Why did she think a butterfly could turn into an eagle and soar away with the swiftness of a passing wind? She didn't think any other girl would think about those things. Why her?

Large purple bruises and bright red welps were a part of everyday life for Edan. Some might say it was savage and cruel for the warriors to train the boys in such vigorous and rough styles. The techniques coming from an ancient art form Edan loved it. He was the best in his class. This was nothing to brag about though, it meant he would have even more bruises and welps than the other boys but he didn't mind. He wanted to grow up strong and brave like his father. He wanted to be courageous and wise like his mother. Today he knew he would take a step further on that journey as he learned about the Realms.

"The Realms are sacred. Feared by many and conquered by none" the High Priest told him. His father and mother sitting with him in front of the council of the Second Realm. Today his mother wouldn't participate since it was he who was receiving the knowledge. The Council was sacred. Other than the members no one dared enter the enormous finely decorated building except by invitation. Huge statues of warriors and metal workers loomed in the courtyard. Pillars and arches decorated the buildings architectural interior with richly painted scenes covering the walls and massive domed ceiling. Many wished to peer into the abyss known as the Council House, but few were granted that wish.

"There are many Realms. Three which are known and at least two that are known of but have never been reached. These five realms are known as the branches of Fion. The first being called Ziron. In this realm there are warriors of blue skin and green eyes that have conquered the art of war. Many of our training techniques originated in this realm. We are allied with the realm of Ziron, their armies fight along side ours in hopes of retaining peace. The last war was when the realm of humans began to outgrow their intellectual ability three millennium ago. The second is the Realm of Biron. This is where we live. The majesty being the queen and her council seated in this room have ruled for hundreds of years with peace and prosperity throughout the realm. In this realm we also specialize in Law and bringing justice through out the branches of Fion. We specialize in the production of food for the realms and also the production of engineering materials. Thus we have the largest and most exquisite buildings in all the branches of Fion. The third realm is known as Caton. In this realm they call themselves Earth. The inhabitants of this realm know nothing of Fion. A blessing and a curse. Because of this we have to disguise ourselves when we visit this realm. We must seem as Cantonian people. We must also watch ourselves and be sure not to have dramatic influences in the realm." The head council member said.

All these images that his imagination had conjured up came crashing into Edans minds view. The blue warriors with the fierce green eyes holding their golden spear, the swordsmith casting the ancient metal of Lebethon into swords whos blades were riveted with swirls and dancing vines on the blade whos edge never dulled , the place called Earth with its bland but beautiful people. Earth that worked as a self sustainable realm because its members knew nothing of the amazing intricate branches of Fion. How could they not know?

" Not much can be said for the two unknown branches. These realms have been in existence for thousands if not millions of years. Some have been sent there to retrieve information but have yet to return. Because of this we will not risk lives for these unknown realms."

On this new knowledge Edans mind reeled with exciting ideas. The thought that realms existed they knew nothing about was more than tempting for a little boy that thought he could defeat the universe.

Again the council member spoke " There are very few people that have the blood of more than one branch running through their veins. The two realms meet and produce a child. These children are called Clabors. Clabors have been known to have special sight. Seeing into the other realms with rich visions and dreams. These sights are always of events that have happened in the past. Your mother boy, is a true Clabor. Being of Ziron and Biron. A warrior and a worker of prosperity. She has the talent to see past events through visions in reflections such as mirrors and puddles."

"Can you really mom??" Edan asked erupting with questions and excitement. Knowing this was the wrong place and wrong time for his questions he apologized to the council and the head council member. He would have to watch his tongue and stop himself from these outburst. The council was to be treated with the upmost respect.

"Never has there ever been an individual of all three known realms. This child would exist as a Clabor but their blood has redesigned itself to contain a third genome. Never would we even imagine one living from the blood of four realms. In this individual their blood would redesign itself to contain four genomes. One genome from Zion, one from Biron and, One from Caton or Earth; this individual would also have a genome from one of the fourth or fifth unknown realms, almost impossible. Yes boy, one of the unknowns. Her name is Ece. The Seibourn of four realms. The blood of all four realms pumps into her veins. With this her powers are unknown. We do not know where this child is or what her exact age is. We only know that she exist from the visions of your mother when she was born. This means it was in the past but a specific time we know not yet. We must find her and protect her. You will remain in the guard until it is your time to explore the realms and find this child. We wish you the best of luck."