"This…"
Persephone, Hestia, and Eris all fell into silence.
What was going on here?
To put it accurately:
Does this… actually exist? A True God that is inherently a composite being? The Creation True God: Amenominakanushi?
This…
No matter how you look at it, it's far too unreasonable. It's almost inconceivable that such a situation could truly exist.
And yet…
Hades wasn't the kind to joke about something like this. Nor was there any reason for him to do so.
So…
This served as proof that it was indeed true.
The three goddesses remained silent, utterly stunned.
The main issue was:
This situation was so absurd, so bizarre, that it was almost unimaginable.
That's a True God!
How could a being of such supreme power and stature be this… chaotic?
This…
From any angle, this seemed utterly preposterous.
"To be precise," Hades spoke calmly, his voice unshaken, "Amenominakanushi isn't finished."
"It, itself…"
"Has only just begun."
Hades' composed words made the three goddesses even more bewildered.
Wait, what?
Was there more to this?
All this time, the three goddesses had thought the Greek Pantheon was already a chaotic mess. But they had never imagined that the Japanese Pantheon could be even worse. And this—this was just about the True Gods. Was the chaos only beginning here?
Good grief!
From every perspective, wasn't this far too excessive?
Hades, however, remained utterly composed, continuing, "This is, to be precise, just the beginning."
"Amenominakanushi, Takamimusubi, and Kamimusubi are three entities of a composite god."
"And…"
"When they come together, they are collectively referred to as the Creation God."
"However."
"These three are merely part of the composite god."
"To be precise."
"After these three composite gods, two additional ones emerged: Kamo-no-Awana-no-Mikoto and Amano-Tokotachi."
"Eh?!"
The three goddesses were even more astonished.
Wait, wait, wait! What is this?
Two more composite gods were born?
What on earth was going on here?
"And."
"These two composite gods, alongside the Creation True God, are collectively known as the Separate Heavenly Deities (Betsutenjin)."
"You should understand what this means."
Hades' calm tone carried weight, and the three goddesses immediately grasped the implications.
"This…"
Hestia was filled with shock, her voice trembling as she exclaimed, "It's not just about the True Gods! Wait, wait—if Kamo-no-Awana-no-Mikoto and Amano-Tokotachi, also part of the Separate Heavenly Deities, are composite gods…"
"Creator Gods?"
Hestia instantly made the connection.
Indeed!
The essence of the Separate Heavenly Deities likely aligned with that of Creator Gods.
In other words:
While the Japanese Pantheon may seem extremely chaotic—its True Gods and Creator Gods apparently composite beings—
However!
From a certain perspective, this was merely a minor issue. No, really—this wasn't a joke. It truly was a small problem.
What difference does it make if they're composite gods?
They still possess True Gods and Creator Gods.
Moreover!
Across the Chaos Sea, only a handful of pantheons in all the mythical worlds can give rise to Creator Gods. In such a context, just think about it for a moment, and the significance becomes clear.
This is no laughing matter!
Creator Gods!
The Japanese Pantheon actually harbors Creator Gods. Even though True Gods typically do not interfere in their pantheon's internal affairs, having a Creator God is already an extraordinary and terrifying reality.
After all.
Just look at Gaia. Gaia is indeed a Creator God, yet even in her perpetually weakened state, no one dares to challenge her.
So!
Anyone with a brain understands the terror that Gaia represents.
Who would dare to oppose Gaia?
Clearly!
This isn't up for debate—nobody dares to provoke Gaia. That's the sheer power of a Creator God.
Even though…
After everything that's happened, Gaia has largely withdrawn from the stage. But before that? Who would've dared underestimate her?
And this!
This is Gaia after being weakened by numerous problems. Even so, she remains terrifying. Now imagine Gaia at her peak—how much more frightening would she have been?
Surely, anyone who isn't a fool understands this reality. This is no exaggeration. Gaia, even in her weakened state, was still an unmatched force.
And now?
Kamo-no-Awana-no-Mikoto. Amano-Tokotachi.
These two.
Not only are they ancient gods, but they are also fundamentally part of the Separate Heavenly Deities. In essence, they are Creator Gods!
They are bona fide Creator Gods!
This is the crux of the matter. A moment's thought makes it clear how monumental this is.
This…
This is a Creator God. A fully intact, unweakened, complete Creator God.
Such an existence… Just imagining it gives a sense of how terrifyingly powerful they must be.
After all!
Nobody is foolish enough to underestimate such a being.
This is unquestionably a terrifying reality.
"Huff~~~"
Eris exhaled deeply, though her expression remained tinged with confusion. She murmured, "But if that's the case, why did I sense nothing? It's as if… nothing exists at all. That mythical world felt far too strange."
Hades spoke evenly, "The reason is simple. The Japanese Pantheon hasn't existed for long. From the state of Yomi, it's evident. Yomi and the Astral Plane are united, but beyond that, realms like Hell, the Underworld, or Hades have not yet formed."
"For a True God, this issue would be obvious."
"And knowing this problem exists, yet not addressing it..."
"That proves something."
"Over time, these issues will resolve themselves, so there's no need for urgency."
Hades explained matter-of-factly, and the three goddesses, lost in thought, began to understand.
In essence:
The Japanese Pantheon's mythical world.
Hmm~~~
Simply put:
This mythical world is still in its infancy. Given its short existence, achieving higher levels of development isn't yet possible. Everything requires time and gradual progress.
This isn't surprising.
According to Hades' estimations, if his assumptions were correct, the Creation True God was the one who created this mythical world.
And!
In essence, this mythical world has likely only seen the birth of the Separate Heavenly Deities as Creator Gods. Subsequent figures, such as the Seven Generations of Gods or the Three Noble Children, likely have yet to emerge.
This isn't unexpected.
If they had already emerged…
Then!
For one, Hell would already exist. Additionally, Yomi would no longer just be Yomi but would have evolved into Yomi-no-Kuni. According to the myths, Izanami should have already entered Yomi and established Yomi-no-Kuni.
Hades thoughtfully calculated the timeline. Even if there were discrepancies, his broader assumptions seemed accurate.
Theoretically!
The Japanese Pantheon is currently in its earliest stage of development. As for the countless weaker gods, how did they come into being?
Well!
This highlights one of the Japanese Pantheon's unique aspects: its chaotic nature. The birth of deities is far too easy.
A massive number of gods can spontaneously emerge. In fact, even a single human's faith in a concept could give rise to a deity.
In some ways, this is a significant problem.
The chaotic birth of gods within the Japanese Pantheon…
Could even result in a scenario where there are more gods than humans. Furthermore, most of these gods rely on the power of belief. This… This changes everything.
The Japanese Pantheon – A Mythical World!
There's undoubtedly something deeply intriguing hidden within this mythical world. Otherwise, its peculiarities wouldn't be so evident.
"Well then…"
Hades pondered deeply. What secrets lie hidden in this mythical world?
This isn't a joke.
While gods are inherently unique and don't necessarily adhere to fundamental laws…
Still!
The essence of any mythical world is finite. That much is undeniable. But with so many deities being born, no matter how you look at it, this feels highly unusual.
Unless…
No! No!
This is no joke. It's clear that this mythical world itself harbors some underlying issue. However, the exact nature of this issue remains a mystery for now.
That said!
Over time, everything will come to light. This is beyond doubt.
"..."
Hades' thoughts were calm, as if carefully analyzing everything.
And!
As he contemplated, the potential developments in the Japanese Pantheon began to take shape in his mind.
The Japanese Pantheon – A Mythical World!
Beyond its apparent chaos, it undoubtedly conceals numerous variables. If these variables can be controlled, everything becomes straightforward. But if not…
Then…
It could lead to significant complications.
H
ades remained tranquil, his thoughts steady as he weighed these possibilities.
"Hmm~~~"
Persephone, deep in thought, finally spoke, "In that case, this might actually be an opportunity. Seizing it would be crucial for the Underworld."
"Indeed!"
Hestia nodded in agreement. "Sister, I feel the same. If we can take advantage of this, then the benefits down the line could be monumental. Theoretically, since the Japanese Pantheon has no concept of the Underworld yet, if the Underworld establishes itself there first…"
"Then…"
A glint of light appeared in Hestia's eyes. If the Underworld were to establish itself in that mythical world, what would happen next? Surely!
The outcome is obvious.
The Underworld of this new mythical world could be connected to their own, unlike the Greek Pantheon's mythical world, which, while repelling them, cannot expel them entirely.
For the Japanese Pantheon's mythical world, the potential gains would be monumental. This much is clear.
Some things…
Are starting to get interesting.
However.
Eris also considered this, but the question was how to proceed. After all, their lord was far too powerful. If he entered that mythical world directly, it would immediately draw the Creator God's attention.
Even with the Helm of Invisibility's power, it would likely be ineffective. The Separate Heavenly Deities aren't amateurs, even if they do spend most of their time secluded in Takamagahara.
Still!
If Hades were to openly intervene in matters related to the Underworld, do you think the Creator Gods wouldn't notice?
That!
Would be wishful thinking, a complete joke. Eris had considered this issue, and so had Persephone and Hestia. Both goddesses fell silent, pondering the problem.
Ah, this…
How should they handle this situation?
Clearly!
This is a significant issue. If they can't find a solution, it will become a major obstacle. Unless… Hades himself can ascend to the level of a Creator God. Then, everything would become simple. But if not, this issue will remain a thorny challenge.
For now.
The enormous potential benefits have brought not excitement but headaches, as the path forward seems fraught with complications.
How should this problem be resolved?
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