The Path of Power
In the beginning, before mortals and gods, there was only Aether, the endless void of energy that gave birth to all things. From Aether, the Primordial Dragons descended, carving the laws of existence—life, death, creation, and destruction. Every being that exists carries a fragment of that Aether, and through it, all living creatures may evolve, grow stronger, and rise toward divinity.
This world, Eryndor, recognizes strength through ranks. To walk the path of power is to challenge the very heavens themselves.
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Power Ranks
Every creature, from the weakest insect to the mightiest god, ascends through these stages:
1. Mortal Ranks
F-Rank (Newborn/Weakling): The lowest state of existence. Fragile, powerless, destined to be prey.
E-Rank (Apprentice): The first sparks of strength. Beasts learn to use claws, humans learn basic mana.
D-Rank (Warrior): Capable of slaying weaker monsters. Humans form small guilds and clans here.
C-Rank (Elite): A respected level. Kingdom soldiers, knights, and common adventurers aspire to this stage.
B-Rank (Champion): Masters of their craft, feared on battlefields. They can topple armies alone.
A-Rank (Lord): Few reach this rank. They command domains, leading clans or monster hordes.
S-Rank (King): The pinnacle of mortals. Monarchs of nations, legendary heroes, or apex monsters.
2. Transcendent Ranks – those who surpass mortal limits.
Saint (SS-Rank): One whose existence bends natural law. Wields miraculous power.
Sage (SSS-Rank): True rulers of knowledge and mana. They can rewrite nature itself.
Mythic (EX-Rank): Legends made flesh. Their names shake continents.
3. Divine Ranks – the domain of gods, demons, and dragons.
Demi-God: Mortals who break through eternity itself. They stop aging.
True God: Manifestations of laws themselves—Fire, Death, Time, etc.
Primordial (Dragon Gods): The origin beings who shaped existence. Each holds absolute dominion.
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Evolution System
Every creature carries the seed of evolution. To evolve, one must devour mana, experience battles, and gain Titles.
Titles: Achievements that shape destiny. (Ex: Devourer of Flames, Dragon Slayer, Blessed by the Moon).
Unique Skills: Rare abilities gained through great feats. (Ex: Predator, Time Reversal, Absolute Regeneration).
Ultimate Skills: The pinnacle of existence. These rival the powers of gods themselves.
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Dragon Evolution Path (Ryomen's Future)
As a dragon, Ryomen is already a being of higher origin. His path is one of endless transformation:
1. Wyrmling (F–D Rank) – newborn dragon, vulnerable but filled with potential.
2. Young Dragon (C–B Rank) – wings form, breath strengthens, intellect awakens.
3. Adult Dragon (A–S Rank) – domain of fire, ice, shadow, or other element is born. Commands fear.
4. Elder Dragon (SS Rank) – immense body, kingdom-destroying presence. Gains unique skills.
5. Ancient Dragon (SSS Rank) – rulers of the skies. Each word bends reality.
6. Dragon King (EX Rank) – one in a million. Their roar changes the fate of nations.
7. True Dragon (Demi-God Level) – no longer mortal. Immortal essence. Absolute elemental control.
8. Dragon God (Primordial Level) – evolution into divinity. Existence itself trembles under their name.
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Human Form
Only dragons who reach Elder Dragon stage and above can condense their form into a humanoid body, hiding their draconic nature. The stronger the dragon, the more flawless and godlike their human appearance.
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The Legend of Ryomen
Among countless beasts, a soul was reincarnated—bearing memories of another world.
He awakened not as a man, nor as a beast, but as a dragon hatchling…
And his path would shake the foundations of gods, kings, and even the Primordials themselves.