Mr-Calma
In "Dreaming Out of Time," Robin Simon, driven by a longing for the past and a grand purpose, seeks deharvos, the starlight citadel of the Old Gods. His journey starts in the ethereal City of Whispers. He boards a starship from the twilight Dream World, disguising his quest as a starlight miner. The atmosphere becomes ominous as the ship encounters strange phenomena, foreshadowing dangers. He arrives in the Dream World, a black obsidian and silver city dominated by the Temple of the Old Gods. This world is filled with ancient rituals and secrets, its inhabitants fearing the "shadowy expanse" and the "Walkers of the Abyss."
Robin meets the Dweller, (also known as "The Eternal Dweller ", the entity from the short story of mine "The Hums Of The Dweller") using an avatar in this story. Driven by his quest, robin ventures north into desolate regions, facing abandoned mines and tales of lurking horrors. He reaches a vast, cyclopean mine with an unsettling history. Pursued by the Dweller and Walkers of the Abyss, he is captured and taken to a remote monastery. Here, Lester F. Lim (or known as just Lester, The God Of Lies, the grandson and a devotee of Lesniavor, The Primodial Lord Of Darkness) presides over ancient evil. Lester here is also using a different avatar.
Within the monastery, Robin uncovers a horrifying history through frescoes. He learns of the Dream World's link to the Aetheriums and their alien gods. Disturbingly, the Dream World is connected to Shakulleo, a primordial city guarding the gateway to darker realms. The story concludes with Robin imprisoned, his quest thwarted, uncovering the disturbing truth about the Dream World and its malevolent connections. It's a tale of ambition, allure, and the terrifying consequences of seeking forbidden knowledge.
This short story is a piece by the larger Transfinitian Myths Universe (TMU), more stories will be published, read well!