[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/8a9dgtr.png[/img][/center] [h1][center]Abanoc[/center][/h1] Much had I observed since I began my work. Some of my brothers and sisters set out to shape Galbar, others claimed their domains beneath its surface or in the distant sky like me. The neighboring domains were well within my sight. I did not lend them much heed, but at times I noticed how they affected my own. Aelius’ sun would often shine slightly brighter than usual and it hid the stars from my view like in my previous life, replacing them for a sky blue backdrop with no clouds. I did not mind the change as it hindered me not and clear skies like this one was nostalgic to say the least. Asceal’s comet had a similar effect to the aforementioned sun, but occurred less often. Strange given that she was the one governing over light and not Aelius. Eurysthenes’ labyrinth was a troublesome one. It scrambled the shape of my Observatory, affecting even my throne. I had to make a conscious effort to keep the mirror stable so as to not affect my observations. Katharsos’ domain was by far the most interesting. I only noticed its presence by observing that some stars would appear as from nothing and vanish just as suddenly. If possible I’d like to understand his work in the future, but I had not the time to spare at the moment. Melantha’s dark veil covered the stars as if devouring my own demain, but it never managed to cover over half of my view of them and neither did it obscure the mirror. Ultimately it didn’t bother me much. Lastly Orvus’ moon was almost a threat to my domain were I not careful for its influence. The marble would sometimes darken, crack and crumble on various places. They were never too big, but I imagine they could pile up if neglected. I could only wonder what the Observatory did to my siblings’ Spheres. There were other Spheres in my sights, but they did not affect mine in any noticeable way. Or at least not yet. It was better that way. Less distractions to deal with. Speaking of distractions, Melantha, Aelius and Asceal put up quite the show of might. Given their nature I suppose it was inevitable that a clash would occur, I did not, however, expect it to happen so soon or for it to be so grand. Soon after the light of Asceal’s comet climaxed, only for it to vanish. The escalation of events was rapid to say the least. I feel for my sister’s loss, but I’m not the one that can support her at this time. The object of my observation had changed drastically since the Architect summoned us, for better or for worse. Some landmasses were raised in an organic manner, even if strongly facilitated by divine will, while others were the result of violence. A meteor struck the ocean and formed an archipelago around its crater. Phystene quickly worked upon it to fill it with life at least. Had the meteor struck when civilizations had risen it could’ve been catastrophic. Narzhak also caused some damage, or would have if there was anything of note to be damaged in the continent Kirron made. This land would later be the focus of many a god’s work. Good grief… I suppose every pantheon deserves their troublesome bunch. I’m afraid I lost the creation of some landmasses and the developments done to them. By the time the mirror reflected the northern continents they had already been formed. This frustrated me much, needless to say. I wish I could solve this issue right away, but I’m unsure if I can with the current power I have. I will solve this issue when I have the means, as much as it pains me to delay this. For the time being I shall focus on my duty… [color=DarkGray]“That one is…”[/color] The girl Hermes stood out among my observations. Not the only mortal to have emerged, but one of the first to be sapient. She encountered several gods, learned from them, gained gifts and gathered companions. She had potential. And I saw an opportunity in her. It wouldn’t correct what my past negligence had caused, but in this new world I could prevent the same things from happening. Yet I could not leave my post… [color=DarkGray]“‘Tis not the time for brooding…”[/color] As I stood up from my throne and walked the steps the marble directly in front of the stair rose and formed a book stand, upon which I laid what it was meant to hold. I imbued it with my power, its cover shining in gold and the pages in silver. In no time the pages began to be filled with information. This would work for now. Stepping over the boundary of my Observatory I was adrift a sea of stars. They soon vanished as I entered Galbar’s limits, replaced by the golden light of the morning sun. I had descended upon one of the many mountains of Pāṟa. I drew in a breath, the cold air of the mountains filled my body and even gave me shivers. This body wasn’t so different to a mortal’s it seemed. Now that I had left my home I had to forge myself a way back. I’ve seen some of my sibling doing it, it should be an easy task. The rock of the mountain formed yet another book stand which was promptly occupied by a stone book with blank pages. The connection was made, now back to the task at hand. [hider=Summary] Abanoc lists the effects some of the neighboring Spheres have on the Observatory: The Heliopolis replaces the celestial bodies in the background for a sky blue backdrop. The Lustrous Garden does the same, but not as often. The Infinite Maze messes the architecture up and makes Abanoc's throne uncomfortable. The Sky of Pyres adds more stars to the background that vanish after a while (I'll expand on this later) The Great Dark covers up a part of the Observatory as if it was being swallowed by it. Veradax makes the marble crack and crumble here and there. He then wonders what his Sphere does to others and is glad the others don't have any influence yet. He couldn't help but see Mel, Aelius and Asceal duke it out. That_escalated_quickly.jpg. He briefly notes that new continents and is kinda mad some gods are already doing damage to Galbar. He's then even more mad for not seeing the northern hemisphere being formed. He wants to solve that soon, but doesn't think he can right now. He notices that Hermes has ran into several other gods and is interested in her. He makes a book that records stuff for him while he's gone and goes to Galbar, specifically Pāṟa, where he makes his Gateway. He then sets off to meet Hermes. [/hider] [hider=Might Summary] Starting Might/FP: 5/12 -2 MP to make The Great Archive (artifact). -7 FP to make a Gateway. Ending Might/FP: 3/5 [/hider]