The Darkest path

As Lucian's Temporal distortion got weaker,he looked at the lifeless body on the floor,seeing the Elusive Arcane Compass beside it,his face lit up briefly,he quickly grabbed the Arcane Compass ,looked at Brendan still in a Slow-mo , Lucian picked him up and left the antique shop ,as soon as he left, Everything went back to normal.

Starael still filled with rage wanted to Pursue Lucian ,He immediately fell on his kneel spilling dark blood from his mouth,He had expended too much energy while using the Abyssal Chain to fight Lucian and that took a toll on him.

Frustrated,he shouted "Lucian,We are not done,I will Come for you again" hitting his hand on the ground,he knew the more he kept using the Abyssal Chain the more he gets drained of his pure energy and corrupted by the Abyssal Power till he loses his true self

•Few Months Back in Eldermoor•

Starael, driven by an all-consuming hatred for Lucian, had been consumed by his lust for vengeance. He couldn't bear the humiliation he endured in Eldermoor because of Lucian, and this hatred had twisted him into something dark and malevolent.

He hatched a sinister plan to gain the power he believed would allow him to finally defeat Lucian. Starael ventured into the forbidden depths of the town's Arcane repository, seeking a tome known as the "Necronomicon." This ancient and mystical book was filled with forbidden knowledge, containing secrets of dark and eldritch powers, as well as information about otherworldly entities. It was a tome whispered about only in hushed conversations—a source of the darkest and most dangerous magic.

Starael was fully aware of the consequences of dabbling in this forbidden magic. The practice of dark magic was strictly prohibited in Eldermoor, and those who were caught faced dire punishment. However, his hatred for Lucian blinded him to such concerns, and he was willing to pay any price to attain the power he desired.

His obsession with ending Lucian's life had grown to such an extent that he was willing to risk anything and everything, even if it meant unleashing dark and mysteriously dangerous forces beyond his control. The path he had chosen was one of darkness.

Starael began delving into the forbidden book, disregarding the warnings of peril and madness it contained. Day by day, he secretly read its dark secrets until something caught his attention - the Abyssal Powers. These powers included Abyssal Chain, Abyssal Flame, Abyssal Corruption, Abyssal Shapeshifting, Abyssal Shadows, Abyssal Curses, Abyssal Resilience, Abyssal Whispers, Abyssal Teleportation, Abyssal Domination, Abyssal Vortex and Abyssal Multiplicity.What intrigued him even more was the god who could grant these Abyssal powers to witches,warlocks and wizards - Zythara, the Abyssal Terror

Her attributes are

Domain: Zythara's dominion is the pitch-black Abyss, where all light and hope are devoured. She is the embodiment of absolute darkness and the void.

Powers: Zythara grants her followers access to terrifying powers of the Abyss. These include the ability to plunge entire regions into eternal darkness, corrupt souls, and summon nightmarish, eldritch horrors that defy comprehension.

Nature: Zythara is a very Dark and malevolent deity, reveling in the destruction of order and the annihilation of hope. Her followers are often driven to madness by their pursuit of her dark gifts.

Symbols: Her symbol is a twisted, thorned black rose, symbolizing the allure of darkness and the pain that it brings.

Her Characteristics: Zythara looks horrifying, reflecting the Abyss's scariest parts .

Scary Form: She changes shape all the time, with wriggling, monstrous parts, mouths full of sharp teeth, and lots of glowing, evil eyes.

Dark Aura: Being near her means all light and warmth disappear, making everyone feel very scared.

Hunger for Souls: She has a big mouth that oozes dark stuff, craving the souls of the living. Her hands have long, twisted claws that can tear reality apart.

Terrible Sounds: When she talks, it's like a mix of screams and evil laughter, making people almost crazy when they hear it.

Starael, not frightened or shaken at all by what he had read,with an evil smirk, realized that these dark powers were precisely what he needed to confront and defeat Lucian once and for all. He continued reading the forbidden book, aware that to possess these powers, he would need to embark on a perilous and dark journey, one step at a time.

Days turned into weeks as he delved deeper he read that to be granted Abyssal powers by a deity like Zythara, the Abyssal Terror, one would typically need to undertake a perilous and dark journey.

1. Initiation: Before being eligible for Abyssal powers, a follower must undergo a grueling initiation ritual to prove their dedication . This could involve enduring physical or mental trials, facing fearsome challenges.

2. Pact:Once initiated, a follower must make a pact or oath of servitude to Zythara, pledging allegiance and devotion to the deity. This pact often involves giving up something of great personal value, such as a cherished possession, a cherished memory, or even a part of their own soul. This sacrifice symbolizes their commitment to the darkness.

3. Corruptible Soul:To gain each Abyssal power one by one, followers' souls will progressively get corrupted. With each power granted, a piece of their humanity or goodness is sacrificed, replaced by the growing influence of the Abyss. This corruption can manifest as a loss of empathy, a craving for darkness and chaos, or even physical changes in their appearance.

4. Dark Deeds: Followers will be required to perform dark and malevolent deeds in Zythara's name to prove their dedication and to further corrupt their souls. These deeds could include acts of cruelty, spreading chaos and suffering, or even acts of betrayal against loved ones.

5. Gradual Power:As they progress in their journey, followers are granted Abyssal powers one by one. Each power comes with a heightened connection to the Abyss but also deepens their corruption.

The price for each Abyssal power is the gradual loss of one's humanity and descent into darkness, as well as the eternal servitude to Zythara. It's a treacherous path that demands unwavering loyalty and a willingness to forsake one's old self little by little in exchange for the terrifying and enticing powers of the Abyss.

Starael continued reading ,he saw the initiation process that a warlock must undertake before being granted The Abyssal powers:

Name: The Rite of the Abyssal Crucible

Initiation Process:

1. Isolation:The aspiring warlock must first spend a month in isolation, deep within a remote location. During this time, they are allowed no contact with the outside world. This period of solitude is meant to test their mental strength and prepare them for the darkness ahead.

2. Vigil of Shadows:For seven consecutive nights, the initiate must maintain a vigil in complete darkness. They are given only a small, dimly lit candle that they must protect from extinguishing. This test not only pushes their physical limits but also forces them to confront their fear of the dark.

3. Blood Oath:On the eighth night, the initiate must perform a blood oath. They cut their palm and drip their blood onto a dark, ancient sigil dedicated to Zythara. This act symbolizes their willingness to shed their humanity in exchange for The Abyssal powers.

4. Trial by Chaos:The warlock is then subjected to a nightmarish realm filled with chaotic illusions and malevolent entities, conjured by the abyssal energies. They must navigate this realm and face their deepest fears and regrets. Surviving this ordeal demonstrates their resilience and determination.

5. Sacrificial Offering: To further prove their devotion, the initiate must make a dark offering to Zythara. This could be a cherished possession, a significant memory, or an act of betrayal against a loved one. The offering is consumed by the Abyss, signifying the initiate's commitment to darkness.

6. A Goblet of Gradual Desolation: In a final, grueling trial, the warlock must drink from the Goblet of Desolation, an unpleasant concoction mixed with the essence of the Abyss. This drink is said to gradually corrode the soul and gradually erase remnants of their former self, letting the darkness gradually take control.

Upon completing these harrowing trials, the warlock is deemed worthy of being granted Abyssal powers by Zythara. Each power comes with a piece of the Abyss's corruption, making the warlock both a wielder of darkness and a servant of chaos. The initiate is forever bound to Zythara, their fate irreversably tied to the abyssal forces they have embraced.

He also saw The Pact process that an aspiring warlock undergoes as part of their journey to gain Abyssal powers:

The Pact with Zythara, the Abyssal Terror

1.The Invocation of Darkness:Before the initiation of the Pact, the warlock must perform a solemn ritual in a place enveloped in absolute darkness. They light a single black candle, which is said to represent the essence of Zythara herself.

2. The Vow of Servitude: With the candle's flickering light casting eerie shadows, the warlock speaks aloud a binding vow of servitude to Zythara. This vow includes a promise to forsake the light and embrace the abyssal darkness, dedicating their existence to the will of the Abyssal Terror.

3.The Offering of the Soul: As a symbol of their commitment, the warlock must offer a token of great personal significance—a memento of their former life or a representation of their humanity. This offering is consumed by the black flame of the candle, signifying the beginning of the transformation of their soul.

4. The Acceptance of the Mark:Upon making the vow and offering, a shadowy mark in the shape of Zythara's symbol appears on the warlock's flesh. This mark is said to be a direct connection to the Abyss, a reminder of their eternal allegiance to the darkness.

5. The Dark Benediction and Acceptance: After the mark appears, the black candle's flame flares brightly for a moment, casting ominous, dancing shadows. This is believed to be Zythara's acknowledgment of the warlock's commitment and the initiation of the Pact.

6. Binding of the Abyss:With the Pact established, the warlock gains a measure of Abyssal power. They can now draw upon the dark energies of the Abyss, all at a cost—each use of these powers deepens their connection to the abyssal corruption and causes the depletion of one's pure energy.

The Pact process is a solemn and irreversible commitment to the Abyss and to Zythara, marking the warlock as a devoted servant of darkness. As they progress in their journey, they will gain access to more potent Abyssal powers, but their humanity will continue to erode, making it increasingly challenging to maintain an outward appearance of their former selves.

After several weeks in secrecy,of reading the Forbidden and most dangerous book in Eldermoor if not the whole world,"The Necronomicon".Starael hardened his heart without fear ,decides to embark on the Perilous Journey of having the Dark Abyssal Powers.