ln a world divided into six extraordinary continents, each ruled by distinct races-angels, demons, shifters, elves, humans, and gods-Rain Shiro finds himself thrust into the ancient and mysterious realm of Astravere, where destiny binds him to powers he cannot yet comprehend. Rain, an ordinary man from a faraway mortal world, awakens on Aurall, the celestial sanctuary of Tenshikai, with a glowing mark on his back-the Astral Crest, a symbol of divine selection reserved only for the celestial race. His presence shatters millennia of tradition, as he becomes the first male human to bear the emperor's mark, a bond of immense power tied to Emperor Tenshoryu himself.
But Rain's journey is far from simple. As he grapples with his place in Astravere-a realm as vast as it is beautiful, home to six continents and ancient beings-he uncovers the dangers lurking beneath its radiant surface. The crest is not merely a symbol-it is a conduit for celestial energy, capable of shaping the balance of the realms through Rain's emotions and will. As whispers of his arrival spread, forces both mortal and celestial threaten to exploit his bond, driving Rain into a world of intrigue, danger, and self-discovery.
Soon, Rain will learn of a shocking truth buried deep in his heritage-a truth that reveals why he bears the Astral Crest and the role he is destined to play in Astravere's future. With the guidance of enigmatic allies like Sherin, the crest examiner, Rain must learn to master his power before it consumes him-and before the ripple of his existence sparks chaos across Astravere.
MASSIVE REWRITE WARNING!!!
(Completed: 5/9/2024)
The Dark One is on the move. Never seen, but always there. No one knows their name. No one knows if they're even a person. Some say they have been here since the beginning of time. Others say they appeared over night. One thing is for certain: it must be stopped or all is lost.
'Only the power of a firstborn twin can stop the dark one forever.'
This prophecy has been told for centuries. Every child knows it even little Alyssa who has just turned twelve years old and is finally old enough to go to Raven's School of Magic. Her parents are happy for her, but also haunted and protective due to the loss of her twin.
For years Ally has been plagued with sudden pain that leaves her unable to move or even scream. Bruises and lashes form on her body and people spread rumors that this was the mysterious power of the twin bond. Is this the case? Is her twin really alive? And is he somewhere suffering at the hands of the dark one?
Ally is soon chosen to be entered the good side of magic school as many expected. However, on the same night, a boy from a well-known evil family is chosen to be in the good side as well. Many people believe that this child is chosen by the Dark One to destroy them all. What will Ally do? Will she befriend the boy or will she turn her back on him?