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Chapter 5 - The Realm at War (1/2)

(13-Years Later Jutsu~)

It has been thirteen long years, but my gamble of self evolution paid off. At the age of 14, I stand at the height of 8'11" and weighting in at 885Ibs of pure, extremely condensed muscle. Based on the olden memories of the procedure known as the Custodes Gene Enhancement Procedure, which uses the Primaris Astartes Surgical Procedure as its basis. Mixed with the Evolve-Evolve Fruit's power and knowledge, and Primordial Rune Rituals.

Though after further deliberations, I've opted to replace the two organs known as Progeniod and Black Carapace in favor of creating two original ones I shall call: The Energy Gland and Second Origin.

The Energy Gland serves as a back-up reservoir of the user's total energy. It is universal in its capabilities; Chakra, Ki and Senjutsu, Yōjutsu, Mental, Spiritual, Physical, Mystical, Cosmic, Divine, etc. In turn, it requires considerable nourishment to fuel and store excess energy for later use.

Second Origin is an incorporeal heart that rests besides the user's natural heart. Should the natural heart fail, Second Origin will keep the user going as it is powered solely by the user's Willpower. Should the user's will remain strong, they will not perish until help can arrive to heal them. This is my answer against the forces of END and NOTHINGNESS, when we eventually go to War.

The Fundamental difference between my procedure and the Custodes procedure is that, unlike the cybernetics implanted through third-party help, my additional organs are now natural thanks to the Evole-Evolve Fruit, further enhanced by Rune Magic. For instance, if I were to be bisected into tiny bits, my enhanced healing factor would recover me back to my natural state, which now includes these additional organs.

Beyond that, I've had to battle two other targets, one of which belonged to the True Dragon race; My battle with the dragon alone almost destroyed the entire Realm called Tensura ten-thousand times over as the dragon was aided by a piece of my former realm I never even considered - The Power Stone. In addition to anomilies, I must remain vigilant for the other Infinity Stones, as ThatWar alone took an entire four months of constant battle to finally end it. Whats more, the Stones remain powered, even beyond my late Father's Realm. The True Dragon was a clear example of that.

After the Dragon's Soul was devoured by me, my total rewards truly became astounding. So far I possess:

x3 Random Silver Chaos Gatcha Tickets

x6 Random Gold Chaos Gatcha Tickets

x2 Random Mythical Chaos Gatcha Tickets

129,000 GP

The Power Stone left behind by the True Dragon Reincarnator

The battle with the True Dragon was a truely worthy battle, but if Wars like that are a possibility... then in addition to myself, I must train with the future members of The Avengers. Else we would face cosmic-level oblideration even before we realize it. As for the Power Stone... I do not possess a personal realm to store it, nor is there any forces I can trust in my Home Realm capable of containing such power. With little choice, I instead had it inserted to Mjolnir with an additional enchantment linked to the Worthiness Enchantment. The Enchantment goes as follows:

"Only those deemed Worthy by Mjolnir,

Shall interfere with the Infinity Stones housed by it."

But enough about me, I bear great news. House Itsuka bears two more members. The first of which is my only friend and adoptive brother, Shido Itsuka... though his true name is Shinji Takamiya, according to my Jōgan. It would appear that he's lost his past memories in addition to his mother's abandonment. This had led me to plead to Mama and Papa to bring him under House Itsuka. I also learned that he has a biological younger sister named Mana Takamiya. It is one of my goals to reunite the two lost siblings and invite her to House Itsuka. I would also have words with his mother for abandoning him as she did.

Then there is my dear youngest sister, Kotori Itsuka. She's eleven years old with red hair and eyes the same as I. When she was eight, she came under an incident whilst I was at War with the True Dragon. Were it not for Shido... Kotori would have been lost to us and for that, He has my eternal gratitude for saving her. If Kotori should pursue Shido, I would normally be against it... but I have seen Shido's character with thine own eye, I trust him the same as my own flesh and blood.

"Though I do remember that Shido has an admirer. *Hmmph* Kotori has a worthy adversity indeed." I chuckle at the thought of Kotori in honorable combat with Shido's admirer - The Valkyrie, Origami Tobiichi. Her skills as a warrior are notable as I've come to cross weapons with her and AST at one point in time.

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(3 years ago)

What's this... I'm sensing something...No, someone just appeared into reality. A girl? A Spirit...

"...Perhaps it's time I help deal with the problems of my World. This would mark the first Spirit that I face." I say as I swirl Mjolnir, hurling it toward the direction of the where I sensed the prescence.

Spirits, and by extension Spacequakes, have existed long before I was born, even before Pangea was reformed and Midgard itself grew stronger. The quakes themselves bring about destruction through mere existence. What follows after isn't always friendly, according to official reports. Although this is the first time that I've sensed a Spirit just manifest without a Spacequake following suit.

In minutes I arrive to the scene. There stands a girl who looks about 15 of age. Her hair length ,more so her braids, reach a length approaching her legs. Her eyes... a more intense pink, almost red color. Her Astral Dress takes on the appearance of a purple cloak with golden extensions on her shoulders and hips. The vast majority of her face is covered by a veil. At the top of her head, there is a decorated headdress with a golden emblem at the center... No signs of aggression thus far, there may be redemption yet.

"...What are you... Who are you?" She asked confusingly.

Before I answer her, I find a stone big enough to for me to sit on as I face her at eye level, laying down Mjolnir as to be civil.

"My name is Tsor Itsuka. May I know the name of whom I speak to?"

"...I do not have a name." She states plainly. I sense a little jealousy of not having a name.

"If I may, I'll use a power of mine to see the truth of you. Perhaps then, a name can be found." I asked of her. It took her a moment, but she nodded her head, so with permission, I directly used my Jōgan to see her truth.

"What beautiful eyes..." She says staring directly into my Jōgan.

"Thank you. These eyes of mine are called the Jōgan, The Pure Eye. As I said before, these eyes can see the truth of an individual...You have quite the impressive power for a Spirit."

"Eden, your Angel...the Garden that belonged to God, guarded by the First of Man. Hmmmm... Rinne Sonogami. From the eastern parts of Pangea, the continent where I hail from, Rinne can mean Rebirth, Life, and Death within. And Sonogami translates to, God of the Garden."

"Rinne Sonogami... Yes, I like it." She states after testing her name. Suddenly, a large portion of my power had coursed through her, granting her considerable power and, unexpectedly, a body of flesh and blood, anchoring her to the Realm. This new body of hers had become a regressed form, sealing her power until she, herself, calls it forth.

This new form of hers has short, light pink hair, with parts of her hair tied up in a braid. She has light brown eyes. A simple pink sundress adornes her figure.

...I had almost forgotten. During my four month long War against the True Dragon, a voice reached out towards me, informing me about skills and abilities I've gained during my short stay.

"Names are Power; By naming you, I've used a large portion of my own power, strengthening and grounding you to the Realm, whilst granting you a regressed form."

"In essence, you are Human once more, yet still Spirit when you call forth your power. As you are still a Spirit, you'll retain Perpetual Youth." I state to her as she examines herself.

Tears begin to form in her eyes. No doubt that she would ever forsee a day she could be Human once more. With enhanced speed even in her new form, she came over to me, hugging me sincerely. I, in turn, accepted her embrace with a single arm of comfort. In our embrace, I use Senjutsu to soothe her wild emotions.

"Thank you. Thank you. Thank uoh." She thanked me with all her sobbing heart, rubbing and smearing her face on my armor.

Suddenly, I hear fast projectiles headed towards us. Shielding Rinne, I grab Mjolnir to hastly block the high-speed bullets. Towards the sky, a battalion of skimpy dressed women with little armor, had surrounded the perimeter.

"Valkyries of AST. I've heard tale of your prowess...Stand down, I have given Rinne here a new leash on Life; as Human once more."

"LIES!!!" A young girl who looked around my age yells at me at the front of the group, eyes filled with disbelief and fury... I recognize her, she was once saved by my brother, Shido.

"Step away from the Spirit. This is your first and only warning!" An older woman shouted a command at me, their commanding officer perhaps.

Without removing eye contact, I form a defensive barrier via Rune Magic, to protect the vulnerable Rinne from this brewing conflict. "Rinne, stay within the barrier. I've seen that you do not have enough experience to aid me into battle." I say to her as I soon address the Valkyries of AST.

"It would seem that we're at an impass... HEAR ME VALKYRIES!! IF YOU CLAIM YOURSELVES PROTECTORS OF THIS WORLD ... THEN PROOF IT!!" I declared as Golden Thunder struck the foreground, the skies darkening.

"HHHHRRRRRAaAGgggGHH"

And with that, our "spar" began in earnest. Course I hold back, for I do not wish to claim the lives of the Valkyries who bravely try to protect this world the same as I, to the Realms beyond.

After an hour or so, all that remains of the exhausted Valkyries is the girl who crushes on my dear brother. "Girl...No... Valkyrie, tell me your name."

"...My name is Origami Tobiichi, Master Sergeant of AST." She answers with a Warrior's silent respect.

"I am Tsor Itsuka. Son of Tatsuo and Haruko. Elder Brother of Shido Itsuka, the boy whom you admire." At the mentioned of Shido, Valkyrie Origami blushes with eyes widened at the reveal of my family relations.

"Should you truly pursue Shido's love, you have earned my blessing... For your have also more than earned my respect as a Warrior. With Protecters like you and the other Valkyries in this World, my fear for this Realm's safety has lessened."

"But not all Spirits are evil, Valkyrie Origami. Just today alone I've come to discover there are possibly Spirits out there, who just deep down, wish to become Human once more."

"But I also know of your past. It was a Spirit who had claimed your parents so long ago. It may not be now, but as a Future Sibling-In-Law, I plead for you to think this through in your quest for Vengence."

"I leave you now to recover. Should you wish to spar again, you and the other Valkyries are more than welcome to visit House Itsuka. Fare Thee Well, Valkyrie Origami." I say to Valkyrie Origami as I head over to Rinne, releasing the protective barrier.

"Come Rinne, I'll take you to see my dear sister. She may be able to provide you with housing." I say to Rinne, with her nodding her head in acknowledgement.

Embracing and securing her into a one-armed carry, I swirl & hurl Mjolnir in the direction of my dear sister's aircraft, who commanded the forces of Ratatoskr, to explain the situation to her. All the while, Rinne sporting a deep blush on her face, hiding it within my nape, unbeknownst to me, the budding feeling of love developing within her... and in time, within me.

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"Tell me Phone, how are the invites to The Avengers handled?"

[The criteria for invites are as follows: If GP isn't used to narrow the criteria, invites are sent to every sentient being, both evil and good.]

[Should the Admin spend GP to narrow down the criteria, the individuals invited may potentially be stronger, giving them the chance to survive our battles thus far.]

[Remember Admin, it is first come first serve. Should to event that a Group Member commit atrocities whilst an Avenger, the Admin has the right to face them in trial.]

"Hmmmm... And how much would it cost to narrow that criteria with what I possess currently?"

[The Admin can narrow the criteria of two potential members. The rest can only be left up to fate.]

"50,000 huh... Phone, prepared the invites... Take the points needed to lower the criteria. I've put this aside for far too long."

[Acknowledged. Sending invites throughout the Multi-Verses. Lowering criteria for two members...]

Then I've seen't something... briefly beyond my sight at the edges of the Milky Way Galaxy, a Wormhole has formed between realities... Forces I don't recognize, gathered by the legions... Just as they appeared, they've sent a blast big enough to wipe The Milky Way.

The traveling blast not only destroyed the surrounding planets, the Devastation left behind is being spaghettified back into the blast, feeding it to amp it even further beyond in both speed and destruction!

"Nay! By the time it reaches Earth, it will destroy the entire Realm a thousand fold!" Realizing the immediate danger, I began moving to intercept the blast as I shouted into Reality; to warn Earth and its Protecters.

"HEAR ME PEOPLE OF MIDGARD!!! AT THE FARTHEST REACHES OF THE GALAXY, UNKNOWN FORCES ARE INAVDING THROUGH A WORMHOLE. THEY'VE SENT A BLAST THAT WOULD DESTROY THE REALM A THOUSAND FOLD."

"FORCES OF RATATOSKR, VALKYRIES, RINNE!!! FORM A BARRIER AROUND EARTH!!! PROTECT THE REALM!!!"

In mere moments, the blast and I will meet. Before doing so, I ready Mjolnir to absorb the blast, whilst shouting my battle cry.

"[FOR MIDGARD!!!]"

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