Colors : Mythlandia Origins

Chapter 1 :A Picnic Under the Azure Sky in Amerite

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On a sunny day in Amerite village, located in the Garnet Kingdom of Coloria on the Aurora Borealis continent, Nova, Tim, and Dorothy decide to have a picnic under the azure sky. Each of them brings something special for the picnic. Nova's (younger) twin sister, Cosmos, and his mother prepared sandwiches, Tim packed a bag full of colorful candies, and Dorothy carried a pitcher (with thermos [Fire] element) filled with her secret recipe lemonade.

As they lay out a checkered blanket under a towering oak tree in the village square, they share stories of their day. Nova talks about the strange dreams he's been having lately, where he's surrounded by stars and feels a sense of duty. Tim jokes that Nova might be destined for something big, like becoming a knight or a hero. Dorothy listens intently, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.

After a hearty lunch, they decide to explore the nearby forest. They stumble upon a hidden clearing where the vibrant colors of flowers create a breathtaking spectacle. Nova, feeling drawn to the beauty of the place, picks a radiant blue flower and places it in his hair.

As the sun starts to set over the picturesque Garnet Kingdom, they return to the village, their hearts filled with the joy of their shared adventure. Nova gazes at the twilight sky, and for a moment, he feels a connection to the stars, as if they're guiding him on a journey yet to come.

The following day, under cloudy skies that hinted at the condense season approaching, Nova, Tim, and Dorothy gathered once more for a picnic. This time, they had a different set of snacks and meals. As they began to eat, Tim couldn't help but sigh as he looked up at the overcast sky.

"Ah, if only we weren't in the condense season," he mused, a hint of longing in his voice.

Dorothy chuckled and playfully scolded him, "Hey, eat up before it gets cold!"

Nova, however, had something else on his mind. He turned to his friends and proposed an idea, "Hey guys, what if we could help the village by gathering coal and extra firewood? I heard there are caves near the end border that might have what we need."

Tim, always concerned about the sacred context, hesitated for a moment. But Dorothy, ever the pragmatist, quickly jumped in, "Sure, we can't go there during our vows or callings, but Article 27 clearly states that none shall enter unauthorized grounds during their vows or callings. As long as we don't cross into the Forbidden Valley, we won't be breaking any rules. Besides, it's for the good of the village, right?"

Tim, reassured by Dorothy's explanation, nodded in agreement. With a sense of purpose, they finished their picnic and set off toward the end border, determined to provide for their village as the condense season drew near.

As they ventured closer to the end border, the nervousness in the group began to grow. Tim's steps were hesitant, and Dorothy clutched her staff a little tighter. Sensing their unease, Nova decided to share a story that had always comforted him.

"Hey, guys," Nova began, his voice steady and reassuring, "I want to tell you a story, one that my mother used to tell me before bedtime. It's about a heroic adventurer who once walked these very lands."

As they continued to walk, Nova's words wove a tale of bravery and determination, much like their own journey. He spoke of a hero who faced countless challenges, ventured into the deepest caves, and even stood at the edge of the Forbidden Valley but never crossed over.

"And you know what this hero found?" Nova asked with a glimmer of excitement in his eyes. "In one of those caves, deep within the end border, this hero discovered a treasure, a powerful artifact that brought prosperity and protection to our village."