1 Prologue

According to ancient mythology, Atlantis was a legendary island civilization that once thrived in a distant age, shrouded in mystery and wonder.

Described by the philosopher Plato in his dialogues, Atlantis was said to be an advanced society, rich in knowledge and prosperity.

It was believed to possess great technological advancements, majestic architecture and a highly evolved culture.

However, Atlantis met a tragic fate.

Due to the arrogance and vanity of its inhabitants, the Gods got angry and decided to punish them.

In a cataclysmic event, Atlantis was submerged beneath the depths of the ocean, forever lost to the world above.

Yet, Atlantis never vanished completely.

It is said that Atlantis continues to thrive, hidden from human eyes, and it keeps being a realm of captivating beauty and unimaginable secrets.

Not only does Atlantis survive, but it is home to the descendants of the original Atlanteans and other inhabitants, beings that have adapted and flourished in its submerged realm.

This underwater realm is a tapestry of diversity, where creatures of different kinds had found a way to live together.

The mermaids, with their graceful tails and ethereal beauty, shared the depths with the sturdy and resilient Atlanteans, descendants of the ancient civilization.

Alongside them were the wise and enigmatic selkies, their sleek forms gliding effortlessly through the currents, the water sprites, with their playful nature and mischievous laughter echoing through the submerged city and the mysterious djinns.

For countless generations, these inhabitants had thrived, united by the understanding that their collective existence was bound to the well-being of Atlantis itself.

Mutual respect and a sense of shared destiny had guided them, contributing to a society where diversity was cherished, and the strengths of each species were harnessed for the greater good.

But a shadow loomed over the tranquil waters, threatening the delicate equilibrium that had endured for centuries.

It began with whispers, rumors of a faction who harboured ambitions of dominance, seeking to subjugate the other races.

The air crackled with tension as divisions deepened, and ancient alliances frayed.

The fate of Atlantis hung in the balance.

Ethan, a young and valiant member of the mermaids, had been chosen for a crucial mission.

It was whispered that deep within the mermaid community, there was a rare individual—an extraordinary mermaid with an inherent power that could shift the tides of fate.

It was believed that she held the key to saving Atlantis from the clutches of tyranny and subjugation.

"Ethan, my son" his father began, his voice resonating with wisdom and authority.

"You bear a great responsibility in your hands. The fate of Atlantis rests on your success. Tell me, have you found the one we seek?"

Ethan's eyes met his father's gaze, filled with determination.

"Yes, Father. I have found her. Delphine. She possesses a power and a heritage that can save us from the encroaching darkness."

His father's brows furrowed as he studied his son intently. "Delphine... a name that echoes through the depths. Are you sure she is the one?"

Ethan nodded, his voice unwavering.

"I have seen the signs. She is the missing piece, Father. She is the key to restoring the balance and preserving the unity between our realms."

His father, one of the mermaids' representatives, placed a firm hand on Ethan's shoulder, his voice filled with a mixture of pride and concern.

"You have my blessings, my son. May the Gods guide you and grant you the strength needed to accomplish this task. Remember, your duty is not only to Atlantis but to Delphine as well. Protect her, guide her, and show her the path that will lead her to embrace her true self."

Ethan bowed respectfully, his voice filled with determination.

"I will not fail you, Father. I will bring Delphine back and ensure that tyranny will not prevail and tarnish our realm."