Divine System of Power
The foundation of strength in this world rests upon the Gods and their chosen Followers.
To obtain true power, mortals must endure a Trial, a divine gauntlet tied to a god's domain. Passing the Trial grants a System—a framework that governs growth, rank advancement, and abilities.
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Ranks of Power
All strength is measured through Ranks, beginning at the mortal level and rising toward godhood.
Rank H: The strength of an average, untrained adult.
Ranks G → B: Superhuman growth—enhanced physique, senses, and skills.
Rank A: The realm of heroes—forces that can bend battles and influence nations.
Rank S: The chosen few, wielding godlike techniques and powers beyond mortal understanding.
Rank SS: Living legends, avatars of divine will.
Rank SSS: The pinnacle—transcendent beings who stand at the edge of godhood itself.
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Manuals
Manuals are structured techniques—weapon styles, body refinements, movement arts, and divine methods.
They may come from mortals, gods, or other entities, and can be studied, mastered, and even elevated in rank through insight and practice.
Manual Ranks:
Common Rank
Refined Rank
Spirit Rank
God Rank
Even a Common Manual can be elevated to higher tiers if the practitioner achieves deep mastery.
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Trials & Systems
To become a follower, one must undergo a Trial—the gateway to a god's recognition.
The Trial
A passage into a subspace full of its own ecosystem for the trial.
Guarded by spirits, shades, or beasts, ensuring only the worthy survive.
Tailored individually to the challenger's talent, potential, and choices.
Can be attempted alone or in groups; rewards are shared equally under the Laws of Trials.
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Rewards & Outcomes
–Completion grants a System, themed around the god's domain.
Example: The Storm God grants dominion over thunder, winds, and rapid movement.
-Irregular Trials: Rare, unstable Trials that collapse after completion. They are far more dangerous but offer vastly greater rewards.
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Fragmented vs Complete Systems
During a Trial, challengers receive a Fragmented System, designed only to help them endure.When the Trial is completed, it transforms into a Complete System.
Fragmented System
–Name: A divine identifier granted during the Trial.
–God's Mark: A sacred brand signifying loyalty to the god.
–Traits: Natural enhancements—e.g., affinity with certain weapons, reduced mana consumption, heightened senses.
–Bound Artifacts: Personalized artifacts tied exclusively to the wielder.
–Relics: Drops from slain shades or divine beasts, usable as weapons or materials.
–Manuals: techniques.
–Divine Ability (Fragmented): A beginning ability for balance and survival.
–Stats:
Strength
Dexterity
Endurance
Intelligence (learning speed and comprehension)
–Rank: Initial placement in the system.
Complete System
–Retains all aspects of the Fragmented System.
–Gains access to Divine Quests—rare missions issued directly by the god.
Completing these Quests grants Divine Resonance (DR), and unique powers.
–Unlocks access to Theme Trees: skill branches tied to the god's domain, containing passive boons, active techniques, and Signature Abilities.
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Growth After the Trial
Once a follower has earned a Complete System, they continue to grow through multiple paths:
1. Divine Resonance (DR)The currency of growth, earned through:
–Acts of devotion (worship, prayer, offerings).
–Deeds aligned with the god's domain (a war god favors battle victories, a harvest god favors nurturing fields).
–Attuning Sigils—divine symbols found in the world.
–Completing divine quests or rites.
Spreading the god's worship to new followers.
2. Technique Mastery
EachSystem's Theme Tree contains techniques that must be studied, mastered, and ranked up (Tier I → Tier II → Tier III).
Rank advancement requires both DR and technique mastery.
Breakthroughs[1] occur when a follower transcends their limits, often through hardship or divine trials.
3. Sigils & Shards
–Sigils: Divine emblems tied to gods or slain shades. Attuning one boosts resonance and may alter abilities.
–Shards: Fragments that can be fused to strengthen Sigils or unlock hybrid powers.
Some Sigils are compatible only with certain Systems, while others corrupt or mutate the wielder.
4. Contracts & Worshipers
Followers may enter divine contracts—long-term tasks demanded by their god. Completion grants patronage bonuses (steady DR gain, blessings, or unique quests).
Building a following or cult greatly accelerates growth, as faith fuels Resonance.
5. Advanced Paths
–System Fusion: Rare co-Trials allow two followers to merge aspects of their Systems temporarily.
–Cross-System Techniques: At higher ranks, followers can weave foreign Sigils into their Theme Trees, but this creates instability and risk.
Breakthroughs: Overcoming divine limiters (restrictions placed by gods) permanently unlocks new branches of power.
[1] which can forcefully bring you into a state between two ranks like H+ – G-