The stars outside the ship's viewport seemed to merge and realign as Tom set a course. His destination: Celestia Majoris, the capital system of Luminae. Sprawling across seven planets and numerous moons, it was the epicenter of galactic power, home to over 40 billion souls.
Tom had heard tales of Celestia Majoris throughout his life. It was a haven for the elite and the ambitious—a nexus of technology, magic, and hedonism. The system boasted unrivaled connectivity, both in terms of stellar travel and information networks. Its core planet, Lux Prime, glittered with golden cities that reached out to touch the stars, while its moon, Dionysia, was famed for its pleasure palaces and opulent resorts.
But beyond its allure, Celestia Majoris was the perfect place for Tom to amass power and resources. With the knowledge from the archives in his possession, he held a trump card that could be leveraged in many ways.
As his ship approached the system, Tom began to outline his plan. First, he needed to establish himself within the capital's upper echelons. With his family name and the invaluable data chip, this would be his way in. Once firmly established, he could then begin recruiting: tutors to teach him the intricacies of magic, servants to attend to his needs, and perhaps even spies to gather intelligence.
However, the real power lay in the masses. If he could gain fame, become a beacon of hope or a figure of intrigue, the populace would rally behind him. With the loyalty of billions, even the ancient institutions of Luminae would think twice before opposing him.