[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/5Uzhqo2.png[/img] [img]https://i.imgur.com/K9FM0GH.png[/img] [h3]&[/h3] [img]https://i.imgur.com/KcjO3by.png[/img] [img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/190130/2857aa49dd79115bc7e8f6b57185f656.png[/img] [h2][color=a0410d][b]"The Twin Harbingers of Chaos Collaborate"[/b][/color][/h2][/center] [hr] Two long hours hung over the great mountain of Eldahverr, as smoke continued to bellow from its smouldering crater. Even after witnessing the conflict settle with the Iron God, the volcano hadn’t completely ceased its dormant activity. Molten lava continued oozing from the cracks within its massive frame, trickling down to the bottom of where the fiery pools collected the bleeding mountain’s essence. The ash above continued to carry their suffocating presence towards the westside for miles, crossing the mild expanse of the blazing desert and over to the lush forests beyond. All the nearby wildlife, within a several mile radius, could feel a disturbing essence radiate from within the volcano. They could all feel the terrible dread that washed over them - a dread that had them fear that the worse of what Mt. Eldahverr had to offer was on its way. But yet by the time it did arrive, none were ready as to what was about to pop out of that cauldron of fire. A thunderous boom quickly ignited the air as it vibrated across the iron sands and against the thorny bushes of the western scrubland. This was soon followed by a series of violent tremors that shook the base of the mountain, as a series of additional explosions blew even more holes within Eldahverr’s sturdy frame. When the last explosion rocked through the volcano, it prompted one powerful explosion that sent out a violent gush of molten magma and ash soaring into the sky. Super-heated pyroclastic flows rolled down with rushed haste, gaining more and more mass the father it continued rolling down, burning and suffocating everything that was unlucky enough to be swallowed by the enraptured soil. And emerging from the erupting mountain, a massive scorching hand peered from the blackened ash and slammed itself upon the rocky rim. Slowly Sartr rose as his flaming appearance began to scorch the very ash and smoke that landed dirtily upon him. He stood upon his mighty creation and looked down upon the virgin lands below. He grinned at the sight beyond, able to vaguely see the distance outlines of the northern mountains and the western patch of faint green peering over the horizon. [color=f26522][b]”LOOK UPON THE FORTUNE THAT IS RIPE FOR THE PICKINGS!”[/b][/color] the flame god roared with a blazing grin, [color=f26522][b]”AND WITH OUR ENEMIES DISTRACTED, IT IS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO RELEASE OUR POWERS FOR ALL TO SEE!”[/b][/color] Naked earth unmolested by magma ruptured, penetrated by the squirming tip of something evil. Painted brown, buried in layers of veins that pulsated with fluid, the worm-like appendage lazily arose from its rocky tomb. The grotesque herald of an undulating mass of fleshy branches and sunken faces with gnashing teeth. Freedom within its grasp the toothy abomination’s many limbs rocketed through stone and soil, collapsing the land around it. Tendrils slick with phlegm coiled around jagged rocks and splintered oak; despite its colossal size and immense girth the tentacled monstrosity effortlessly elevated itself skyward. Stone and soil quaked beneath the amorphous giant’s attempts to liberate its gargantuan form until it, at last, slithered upon the surface. Tentacles anxiously rubbed themselves into broken terrain, mucus pooling at its “feet” as the abomination reveled in newfound liberation. A victorious roar escaped the multi-mouthed terror soon after. [color=4EAFBB]“So, this is what the mainland looks like? How quaint.”[/color] Nestled betwixt twin heads sat Ekon, fingers, and legs intertwined, he wore an expression of smug indifference. [color=4EAFBB]“Well, if the exploding volcano doesn’t get someone’s attention - the shouting man on fire will. Probably…. then again I suppose a shrieking octopus with human heads isn’t exactly stealthy either.”[/color] Guttural noises fled the many throats of the horror upon, which Ekon rode, almost as if it were delighted to be mentioned. Teal orbs cast themselves into the multihued landscape, indifferent to the mewling beast. Despite his perpetual air of cynicism and disinterest, Ekon had only known the infinite nothing offered by Galbar’s oceans and his realm. While his reaction to this new world might have appeared tame, he was in fact genuinely interested in what it might offer. It was, after all, a new place to infest with his poisonous touch. Wordlessly the great horror twisted its form around to face Sartravis. Evidently, on Ekon’s behalf who spoke once, the fire god was within view. [color=4EAFBB]“Sartravis, I believe out of the three of us, you’ve had the most meaningful interactions with our siblings, therefore; I think it is only sensible that you “lead” the charge as it were. After all, I believe it was your phoenix that has battled with numerous deities.”[/color] As the last of the Architect’s “children” to manifest Ekon was the least knowledgeable of the other gods’ exploits. A fact he knew too well and so despite his snark and overt sarcasm, the god of fear was all too happy to follow someone else’s lead. [color=4EAFBB]“Onwards and upwards as they say.“[/color] As if on command two slightly smaller shapeless wads of flesh, tendrils, and, snapping jaws erupted from behind Ekon’s vile “chariot.” Sartr’s grin further intensified upon becoming crowned as the leader of the trio of misfit gods. While he didn’t expect to lead such a valiant crusade over Galbar, he surely didn’t mind it either. If it weren’t for his Phoenix having major disagreements with a few other divine beings, he wouldn’t be standing as proudly on top of his proud volcano. [color=f26522][b]”SO BE IT!”[/b][/color] He roared valiantly as he rose his hands into the sky, [color=f26522][b]”THEN LET OUR GLORIOUS TRIUMVIRATE OFFICIALLY COME INTO FRUITION - STARTING NOW!”[/b][/color] He bellowed as he plunged his molten hands onto the side of the volcano, its valiant energy spreading deep beneath the earth like a raging torrent. Violent earthquakes shook the surrounding area as a large, charred-black, claw bursted out of a large lava pool, followed by a low-pitched guttural groan. The giant hand began to slowly rise - revealing more of the jagged and rocky body - before placing it upon the ash-covered rock below. As it rose, it revealed a [url=http://conceptartworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Nuare_Studio_08.jpg]massive golem-esque titan, complete with molten magma covering its exposed portions, and had a mighty horned face to boot[/url]. Once fully revealing itself to the world, the massive giant of rock roared as blobs of lava escaped its massive maw. It’s height was comparable to that of Sartr’s - if not slightly smaller - but it’s ferocity was even more fearsome and bad-tempered than its creator. Once the fire titan placed its rocky pillar upon solid land, another violent tremor occurred suddenly as Mt. Eldahverr erupted once again. Large streams of magma bursted into the ash-ridden skies, infusing with it to produce molten embers from within. Such a violent mixture produced violent streaks of molten lightning that rattled within the bleak cloud of death, however the magma released strangely did not fall. In fact, they stayed floating in the sky, levitating lifelessly before slowly swirling within the ash cloud. The lightning within became more numerous, cackling multiple times per second, before a flash of pinkish-red light pierced through the black cloud. From within, two massive scarlet wings extended outwards, blocking out the harsh light that illuminated behind it. And then, a chorus of hellish screeches and wails echoed from the inferno - revealing seven pairs of amber-colored eyes from within. [url=https://i3.wp.com/img00.deviantart.net/0218/i/2014/330/3/0/dragon_7_head__commission_by_amisgaudi-d87rl7n.jpg]Upon a single massive body, seven reptilian heads - each sporting an individual and unique look - peered from the cloud with their necks raised high[/url]. Some heads sported elaborate horned-crests and nose horns, while others sported more beak-like mouths, or had a mane of hair instead of spines, but each seemingly having a mind of their own as they twisted and turned in a fury of crimson whilst they wailed their songs of death and mayhem. They proceeded to unify their efforts and flew away from the mountain towards the same direction as the titan. Two giant beasts - born nearly at the same exact time - had emerged upon the command of the great “Tyrant of Fire” with minimal effort. Sartr laughed maniacally upon the creation of his twin marvels as he watched them advance across the desert. [color=f26522][b]”MAGNIFICENT!”[/b][/color] he boomed proudly, [color=f26522][b]”GO FORTH MY HARBINGERS! SLAUGHTER ALL WHO GET IN YOUR WAY!”[/b][/color] Repulsive things growled approvingly at Sartravis’ “coronation”. [color=4EAFBB]“Good. Now that our leadership has been established we just need to..”[/color] Words froze in place as the volcano erupted an angry earth shook and quaked. Mount Eldahverr, full of fire and fury, quivered beneath the scrutiny of a sentinel forged from magma and rock. Colossal in scale and form the fire-born giant’s presence demanded creation itself look upon it. Even Ekon could not deny the beast his notice, though he did little to show it. Right eye at half-mast, the fear god lazily inspected Sartravis’ work with subdued enthusiasm. [color=4EAFBB]“Not bad. Very imposing and powerful. You are a quite the craftsman Sartravis.”[/color] Honey words wrapped in a casual tone flowed through parted lips, before they closed with a sly smirk. This alliance was already off to an interesting start even if it was the fear and fire god spearheading the way. The demon god would pursue his own agendas, and so would they in the meantime. Ekon pondered what future promises this triumvirate might hold and how he might best use it towards his own ends. Sartravis seemed all too pleased with the idea of being granted leadership of the duo. Not that he minded, Ekon held no desire to lead any “factions”, at least until he had more of a grasp of the goings on of his deific counterparts. Besides Sartravis knew even more about the surface than he did. Spending all one’s time in a cave deep underground will leave almost anyone ignorant to the rest of reality. An earth-shattering roar signaled the conception of Sartravis’ final monster. A many-headed creature covered in crimson scales and born from smoke, heat, and, ash. Ekon applauded at the construction of the great beast, impressed by Sartravis’ knack for creating such destructive entities. [color=4EAFBB]“I like you. You are all flashy and dramatic with the monsters and the scary death clouds. I can respect that.”[/color] Even the slithering beast upon, which Ekon rode approved of the dragon’s construction. “With such beasts at our command things with certainly be far more interesting.” [color=4EAFBB]“You two, please lend your aid to these noble creatures.”[/color] With only a single screech as their reply, the twin nightmares behind Ekon nodded obediently. Wordlessly they plunged their slimy limbs into broken terrain, before submerging into the destroyed earth. Contrary to their appearance they preferred to travel through rock and soil, where it was easier to ambush prey from below. The flame god’s teeth glowed intensely white upon being complimented by the Fear God. With his monsters undersuit, Sartr could just stop there and have them lead the charge all by themselves. After all, who but the other gods would dare to even oppose them? But even then, the fire god wasn’t finished just yet. For shortly after the massive fire hydra took flight across the barren wasteland, several more draconian creatures popped from the crater of the volcano, or from cracks situated from within. [url=http://i.imgur.com/1uFGG5o.jpg]A mass plethora of smaller dragons - most dark-reddish in color - peered over the land with their singular heads[/url]. They cackled and bellowed in a cacophony of ominously harmonic cries - each producing a unique variant of different pitches and lengths - as they excitedly began to take flight. These so-called “minions” of the titanic fire hydra proceeded to split up and spread throughout the island, with some following their massive alpha leader in pursuit. And from the Fire Titan, it’s molten mass continuously dripped onto the ground. It was as if it was continuously “bleeding”, but alas it wasn’t the case at all. For when each of these fiery masses collided with the ground, they would each form a massive arm, followed by a torso, until they would become giant humanoid beings. These would become the lumbering [url=https://i.pinimg.com/originals/01/ef/0c/01ef0c9f83e8237e12218a7959ce7125.jpg]fiery jotundar[/url], closely mirroring their physical forms with that of their god as they groaned and slowly walked behind their creators. They towered roughly around nine to twelve feet tall, making them way smaller than their creator, but still impressively large compared to the ecosystem around them. Sartr watched joyfully as his great creations marched forth, raising his arms in the air whilst laughing maniacally. Combined with the fear god’s arsenal, surely they’ve made a great head start in their quest for absolute domination. In due time, they might just achieve this goal - but for now, these monstrous bastions will do. From jagged scars etched into barren earth emerged [url=https://i.imgur.com/nRULkkv.jpg] foul life[/url]. Atop innumerable stalks arose a crustacean upper-body from the scars left behind by Sartravis monstrous menagerie. Broken land further ruptured with the emergence of the elephantine abomination. Freed from its subterranean prison the nightmare released a mighty roar. The many tendrils that veiled its face flailed about with each victorious shout. When its plated legs found purchase in new land it awaited its master’s instructions. But this terror would not be the only one to join. More explosions of rock and soil followed suit as similar atrocities erupted from devastated terrain. Roars of accomplishment exiting their collective throats as the horrors stood triumphant. All of whom reached the height of a giant and longed for the taste of meaty prey. [color=4EAFBB]“Excellent. It appears the others have arrived.“[/color] Subdued enthusiasm filled Ekon’s words and escaped his lips. The Black Edifice was already fulfilling its task well, and all on its own. All it cost Ekon was a negligible portion of his own divinity. It would have been fool hardy to waste all his power so quickly. After all, there remained children he’d yet to father, and time was not on the god’s side. Another bellow signaled the final surfacing of Ekon’s many aberrations. Like before it was a vile parody of a crustacean that shared a primal hunger akin to its brethren. [color=4EAFBB] “Very good. Now that all of you are here let’s get started.”[/color] Ekon announced from his seat amongst the bulging mass of discolored flesh. Ekon gripped the arms of his “chair” before momentum and chocolate arms pushed him forward. Ekon looked upon the horde with a pride reserved for a craftsman, after completing a great work of art. [color=4EAFBB] “Go forth and serve Sartravis with the same vigor that you would me. Prove to him that you are worthy to stand alongside his creations. And remember, devour, infest, and, spread. Spread your love across, Galbar.”[/color] He ended with a chuckle to the cries of the hungry horde anxious to commence their infestation of Galbar. With their directive clear the horde joined alongside the reptilian armada ahead of them. With their base armies taking shape, the twin gods could now sit back and watch as their precious creations expand across the virgin expanse of the island. The fire giant and most of his jotundar would eventually travel north-west towards the area known as giant's bath, while the hydra and an armada of dragons went for the Qiangshan mountain range. With the other gods being mostly distracted upon other threats, perhaps little would be prepared to engage the new threat that was slowly rising to greet them. Concocted from the fires of Muspellheim and the pits of liquid fear, this combined army would grow ever stronger through the days ahead... [hider=Summary] Sartr and Ekon take center stage as they amalgamate on Mt. Eldahverr, reading their forces for the battle ahead. During his rise, the fear god raises 'two slightly smaller shapeless wads of flesh, tendrils, and, snapping jaws' behind his own chariot. Upon their early discussions, Ekon recommended that Sartr becomes the leader of the Triumvirate, in which the fire god agreed. Sartr was the first to erect his twin beasts of phenomenal power. The first was a massive rocky fire golem, followed by an equally massive seven-headed hydra. Shortly after, Sartr's fire dragon species emerged from the volcano as they began to spread out upon Dragon's Foot, with a majority following the fire hydra. This is followed by the fire golem oozing molten ichor from his body to create the race of fire jotundar - giants that roughly stand between 8 - 13 feet tall (2.4 m - 4 m respectively). Giant abominable crustaceans emerged shortly after Ekon and thus the armies spread out across the island while the gods stay within the volcano to watch and do whatever else needed to be done. The fire Golem and his units head to the Giant's bath, while the hydra and his armada of dragons move to the Qiangshan mountain range.[/hider] [hider=Might Summary] [u]Sartravius[/u] [b]Start:[/b] 13 MP & 8 FP [b]Spent:[/b] 2 FP (Fire Titan), 2 FP (Fire Hydra), 4 MP (Jotundar), 2 FP (Fire Dragons) [b]End:[/b] 9 MP & 2 FP [hr] [u]Ekon[/u] TBA [/hider]