Kael After Shorvok's Death: Rise of the Soul Thief
After Shorvok's death, Kael had transformed into something else entirely. The Soul Thief's ability granted him powers not only from his enemies but also from the deepest corners of his own soul. With each soul he absorbed, a growing darkness awakened within him—but so did immense power.
Now, he had to make a decision on how to wield that power most effectively against his enemies. The might of the army granted by the Dark Spirit, combined with Kael's newfound ability, had created something entirely different. Absorbing souls would both strengthen him and weaken his enemies.
Kael stood on the brink of using the Soul Thief's power for the first time. Each use of this demonic ability stirred the shadows within him deeper—but also forged a new kind of resilience. He had become strong enough to not only drain his enemies but also to absorb the energy of his own army and soul.
Then, the Dark Spirit's voice echoed through his mind:
"Kael, there is a price for everything now. There is no path back. But remember—each soul you take will strengthen you. And you must use that power to win this war."
Kael paused for a moment. To kill his enemies, to avenge his family, to fight for it all—but he had to make peace with the darkness within him. What he was about to do with the Soul Thief was the next step in his inner descent.
Kael's Soul Absorption Power
Kael summoned his strength for the first time. Power surged within him, and finally, he focused it on his army. One by one, each soldier's soul was drawn into Kael's dark energy. Their souls vanished within him, yet each one made him stronger. This gave Kael a crucial advantage in battle.
The entire soul army fell under Kael's influence in an instant. Yet Kael wasn't cruel enough to consume all their souls. Instead, he took just enough to boost his power and pressed forward to face the remaining enemies.
The Soul Thief's Final Gambit
Four Apocalyptic Twins remained. Each one was determined to kill Kael. The power he felt after defeating the first one had fueled his confidence. But now, he stood against four vastly different foes—each with a unique and terrifying strength. Only in true battle would the extent of Kael's power be revealed.
"Are you ready, Kael?" whispered the Dark Spirit inside his mind. "This is your true test."
The first to appear before Kael was Varyon, Lord of Flames. His name embodied a destructive power intertwined with fire. His eyes blazed with every step, flames dancing around his form. Varyon's strength wasn't just destruction—it was fused with infernal elements.
The second was Zerathis, Ruler of Ice. Unlike Varyon, Zerathis's presence froze everything in his wake. His very aura brought a sense of a dying, cold world. His eyes glowed with a frosty, piercing blue light.
The third was Tythos, God of Thunder. Tythos could unleash lightning with every movement of his body, making him a deadly threat to Kael.
And lastly, there was Xythra, Mistress of Shadows. She moved like a silhouette through darkness, striking unpredictably from the unseen. Her power lay in dominion over what could not be seen.
Kael knew the potential of each enemy. Their powers were wildly different, but he had grown strong enough to take them on together. Yet he didn't underestimate any of them. Now, it was time to use the full force of the Soul Thief, born from Shorvok's death.
Kael moved swiftly, confronting Varyon first. Flames began to swirl around him, but Kael turned that fire into fury in his eyes. He began to absorb Varyon's soul. Feeling his essence being drained, Varyon encased himself in fire to protect his body—but Kael pushed through the inferno with overpowering force. Finally, Varyon's soul was pulled into Kael's dark energy and devoured.
In an instant, Kael grew even stronger. Varyon's fire power merged with Kael's accumulated strength. With a single move, Kael ended Varyon's life. But with his death came both greater strength—and a deeper shade in Kael's soul.
"The Soul Thief's power… is now mine," Kael whispered within.
End of Chapter: The Battle Begins
With each soul he consumed, Kael climbed higher toward the peak of his power. But the remaining enemies would be far more dangerous. Zerathis, Tythos, and Xythra now stood before him, ready to challenge his newfound might with more cunning and coordination.
Kael, empowered by the strength gained from Shorvok's death, held the upper hand for now. Yet many battles and greater trials still awaited. And as he won these battles, he would have to confront the ever-deepening darkness in his own soul.
Now, the war had truly begun…