Journeys Through Collection: Volumes 1-3: Journeys Through...

By James Talisman

Journeys Through SpaceTime

A mysterious being of immense power and wisdom appears in the minds of inhabitants across the vast MultiVerse of space and time to provide both warning and encouragement to fellow souls.

 

An exciting journey of adventure and discovery develop for these inhabitants as a sword master's son, a powerfully enlightened Queen, a skilled warrior, an "ordinary" college student from Earth, a reptilian humanoid scientist, and a wise and beautiful leader of a utopian world use newly acquired knowledge and skills to battle evil forces intent on ensuring reality forms as they intend.

 

Puzzlement ensues as special mentors appear and seem to defy what reality means. Wielding godlike powers, these teachers help illuminate the secrets of all creation.

 

With the fate of the entire MultiVerse at stake, which side will become the victor in the end?

 

Journeys Through TimeSpace

As a powerful leader of a planet in the vast MultiVerse of time and space begins preparations for implementing his plan, young former college students from Earth are dispatched to a magical hidden place in the Himalayas to begin their own preparations.

 

Each side of this battle for the fate of Earth and her inhabitants must secure ancient treasures. Immense obstacles confront both sides as they work to obtain these powerful artifacts.

 

Not only must our young Earth heroes learn new knowledge and skills associated with ancient wisdom traditions, but they must travel to both Earth's past and future to find the treasures needed to defend their world against a powerful enemy.

 

Secret Earth organizations are also players in this thrilling adventure. These ancient groups have been adversaries for hundreds of years. Their long-term battle becomes intense as Earth's fate draws closer.

 

As the clock ticks, can Earth's defenders succeed, or will the powerful reptilian humanoid leader and his followers achieve their plan for reality across the MultiVerse of time and space?

 

Journeys Through AllCreation

An ancient prophecy foretells the diabolical plans of an exceedingly intelligent and powerful being. To ensure reality continues to unfold as desired, the 'god' entity will utilize the innate powers contained in the Dokkaebi-of-all-Creation to destroy various universes that make up the MultiVerse.

 

Celestial beings most capable of stopping these plans for destruction become trapped in an alternate reality. Can they escape this illusion before their fates are sealed forever?

 

Former twins from the lost continent of Atlantis will play pivotal roles in countering the threat of total annihilation for untold numbers of lives across the MultiVerse. Will they be able to help save their current home worlds and the mentors who have taught them so much?

 

A beautiful and enlightened queen is enlisted in the team's quest to find an ancient artifact that could assist them in locating the Master Mage. This wizard is their only real hope for defeating the former celestial leader. Can this strange and unassuming being provide what is needed?

 

While the outcome cannot be fully predicted from the discovered text and images, both sides prepare for an inevitable confrontation as the ancient prophecy plays out. As 'gods' and mortals face off in the battle for the future of all creation, which ideals and forces will reign supreme?

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: JCA Publishing
• Release date: Feb 9, 2022
• ISBN: 9781734038880

James Talisman

James Talisman is the author of the Journeys Through (metaphysical fantasy-syfy-adventure) series. Books currently in the series are book1: Journeys Through SpaceTime, book2: Journeys Through TimeSpace, and book3: Journeys Through AllCreation. While more books are planned for the series, the first three fiction novels make up an epic fantasy adventure spanning the MultiVerse of space and time. Numerous characters and the vast array of worlds they inhabit (including modern day Earth), make for grand exploits and breathtaking backdrops, as battles for how the MultiVerse should continue to unfold pit the story's heroes against formidable opponents. Unique concepts are also explored in each story, as well. Together with completing a Journeys Through Collection Volumes 1-3 boxset, I have just started a non-fiction book that will discuss the ancient wisdom concepts featured in the fiction novels. In addition to exploring principles on how reality is formed and expanded, the writings will show the different levels of consciousness we all embody as we work to grow within. Four movie screenplays based on the first two Journeys Through novels have been developed, as well. Along with a new passion for bringing characters and their worlds to life, I enjoy mountain biking, walking in nature, and spending time with my family.

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AUTHOR’S NOTE

This collection is a compilation of the first three novels in the Journeys Through Series.

I just want to convey how much I enjoyed writing these novels. As the stories unfolded onto the page, I was truly amazed, many times, by what came from my inner depths.

I know with certainty, that most of the characters, worlds, concepts, and overall stories, came from that special place I refer to as my Higher Self. While I have a huge interest in the concepts and principles associated with Ancient Wisdom traditions and spent countless hours of study and reflection on the vast amount of information associated with the ideas expressed, I could always feel the nudges within as the stories progressed.

In the first novel, Journeys Through SpaceTime, we are introduced to special characters and the worlds they inhabit. From the beginning, we experience the special connection they all share. We are also acquainted with teachers who seem to defy what is considered normal reality. Although our heroes come from vastly different environments, we see, they too, experience similar struggles as they each learn new knowledge and skills.

In the second novel, Journeys Through TimeSpace, we follow the adventures of both new and old characters, as they traverse through time and space. We are introduced to a special place hidden in the Himalayan mountains and the ancient lost continent of Atlantis. New skills and knowledge are needed to battle a powerful enemy and allow time-travel to Earth’s past and future.

In the third novel, Journeys Through AllCreation, some of our favorite characters are reunited as they team up to try and stop the massive destruction foretold in an ancient prophecy. Building on the adventures depicted in the first two books, we are given an expanded view of the vast MultiVerse of space and time and all the incredible beings that inhabit creation.

Throughout all three novels, we explore the similarities and differences between two ideals. One belief argues for the power contained in embracing individuality, strength, will, and intellect. The strongest and most capable should always rule. The other side of this debate expresses the strength contained in unity and respect for all of creation. The power of unity will always prevail.

Along with the overarching battles between two opposing views, the epic adventures contained within the three books, should bring much joy as you read the stories and are pulled into the vast MultiVerse of worlds and the struggles and victories each special character encounters.

My greatest wish is that each reader becomes as enthralled with the stories, as I was through the entire writing process. My hope is that you are pulled in and truly feel a part of the stories. Please enjoy the grand adventures and the unique concepts each book reveals.

Namaste,

James

Dedication

I would like to dedicate this collection to my beautiful and amazing wife Colleen. My life partner and love of my life was instrumental in ensuring all three novels and now this box set are seen and read by as many people as possible. I continue to watch in amazement as she uses her god given talents to not only help me, but many other authors realize their dreams. Thank you, Baby!

From the book; Journeys Through SpaceTime

As the story begins, a mysterious being of immense power and wisdom appears in the minds of inhabitants across multiple worlds.

An exciting journey of adventure and discovery develops as a sword master’s son, a powerfully enlightened Queen, a skilled warrior, an ordinary college student from Earth, a reptilian humanoid scientist, and a wise and beautiful leader of a utopian world use newly acquired knowledge and skills to try and overcome evil forces intent on ensuring reality forms as they intend.

Special mentors appear and help the connected heroes begin to understand the real nature of reality. Brandishing godlike powers, these strange teachers enlighten their new students to the secrets of all creation.

Follow the amazing stories and unity of our heroes across diverse worlds as they fight for victory. Even their powerful inner mentor must fight for continued existence in this ancient battle of ideals.

With the fate of the entire MultiVerse at stake, which side will become the victor in the end?

Journeys

Through

SpaceTime

Book 1 of the Journeys Through... Series

James Talisman

Journeys Through SpaceTime is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

Copyright 2019 by James Talisman

All rights reserved.

Revised 2021

Published in the United States by JayCeeAsh Publishing, LLC

LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CATALOGING-IN-PUBLICATION DATA

Talisman, James

Journeys Through SpaceTime: A Novel of the Journeys Through... Series

ISBN 978-1-7340388-0-4 (paperback: acid-free paper)

EPUB ISBN 978-1-7340388-3-5

Kindle ISBN 978-1-7340388-1-1

Cover design and illustration: May Dawney

May Dawney Designs

Character List

CRITONIAN EMPIRE WORLD

Cassius, elite guardsman for the Critonian Army

Brutus, elite guardsman and Cassius’ best friend

Master Jedovan, Cassius’ mentor of ancient wisdom traditions

EARTHVERSE WORLD

Matt Larson, college student from Colorado

Julia Harper, college student from Colorado and Matt’s girlfriend

Dan Alderson, college student from Colorado and Matt’s longtime friend

Thomas Halloway IV, student at Yale University majoring in politics

Master Kenjison, Matt’s mentor of ancient wisdom traditions

ISONIAN EMPIRE WORLD

Queen Neferities, beautiful and intelligent Queen of the Isonian Empire

Amon, Queen Neferities’ brother

Thoran, Queen Neferities’ longtime warrior friend

Master Amati, Queen Neferities’ mentor of ancient wisdom traditions

THE UNITED COMMONS of EUROTOPIA WORLD

Rashella, wise and beautiful Co-Councilor for the UCE

Cysoro, roboticist and Rashella’s husband

Rashael, Rashella’s strikingly beautiful mentor

Captain Pikeson, Captain of Starship1

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HYDOSITO PREFECTURE and DAMEON PROVINCE WORLD

Hirisho, guardsman for Shogun Lyshido and son of a master swordsmith

Tazon, master Shinobi warrior

Shogun Lyshido, Supreme Commander for Hydosito prefecture

Master Lyricus, Hirisho’s mentor of ancient wisdom traditions

HERESSON FACTION of ELIPSSON WORLD

Tysson, junior level scientist and engineer for the Space Command Research center

Lizon, Tysson’s friend and co-worker

Captain Critosson, captain of the Elipsson starship Dragocriton

AUM WORLD of the CENTRAL UNIVERSE

Zenon, Primary Universal and Master Geneticist from the Aum world

Hadeson, elder member of the Central Race from the Aum world

Tanon, younger member of the First World of Aum

Prologue: The Teachers

All the attendees sat in anticipation for the wonderful event about to unfold. For most of the entities sitting in the grand auditorium, multiple lifetimes of experience had finally brought them to this special time and place. As each one sat waiting in their plush seat, they marveled at the massive room they were privileged to be in.

Beautiful granite and marble walls inlayed with gold and silver symbols surrounded them on all sides. The luminous lighting that shone from above provided both perfect illumination and a soothing effect.

From the amphitheater adorned with elaborate and plush seats, those present looked ahead to the magnificent wooden stage before them. Made of the finest woods found throughout the MultiVerse, the stage with its wooden adornments and marble pillars was truly spectacular to observe.

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With the auditorium almost full, a brilliant globe of energy appeared about six feet above the stage floor...centered perfectly in the middle of the stage.

Soon, the magnificent golden globe transformed into a dazzling star shape emanating countless colors in all direction. All those in attendance stared in awe at the incredible display of light as it began to take on the form of a humanoid figure.

The bright golden light metamorphosed into a being displaying an ancient royal nature and presence. Neither male or female, this powerful and strikingly beautiful entity poured forth a love vibration that radiated out over the entire amphitheater.

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The entity adorned in a breathtaking robe made of exquisite material interwoven with various shades of dazzling colors looked out over the numerous beings seated in the auditorium.

"It is such a pleasure to be here at this time and place. Of my many roles, this act is one of my most favorite. At one point, each and everyone in this grand room made a decision to devote their eternal existence to be of service to all creation. That selfless choice and the enormous time devoted to learning the ancient ways and associated skills has brought each of you here. In many ways, I truly envy the experiences, adventures, and journeys all those present will embody and embark upon.

The Celestial ruler nodded and remembered adventures throughout the MutiVerse of space and time before looking out over the future masters seated. It is now time for each being here to begin building the new relationships and connections that will have tremendous impact on all creation. Your efforts and future contributions are so appreciated by the All-That-Is and all those who serve Creation.

An exquisite wooden chest appeared with an ancient but magnificent wooden table beside the Celestial being. The ancient entity opened the chest and took out one of the many gold and silver medallions that filled the chest and held it up to the adepts seated throughout the amphitheater.

As a symbol of the immense sacrifice and dedication you each embody, each new Master will receive a talisman inscribed with the Tree-of-Life and other sacred symbols that represent who and what you are. I now request that each of you come to the stage to collect your talisman and blessing.

Welcome to the MultiVerse

...welcome to the Critonian Empire

The morning air was cool and moist in their nostrils as they breathed while staring across the field towards the maniple of infantry troops assembled for the imminent battle. Each of these seasoned warriors had trained for this and numerous other battles since their early teen years. Adrenaline burst forth as they anticipated the upcoming call for yet another engagement with foreigners trying to change their fundamental beliefs and take the lands that rightfully belonged to them.

These frontline soldiers were among the highest caliber to serve the Critonian Empire, and Cassius was proud to be one of them. He had spent most of the preceding night sharpening his blades and preparing his gear. The scutum felt good in his hand along with the weapons strapped to his sash.

As Cassius steadied his mind for battle, the cornu sounded off. The Critonian army's front guard began their march down the hill and across the field to engage the opposing forces.

The distance between the two advancing forces closed as battle cries welled up from both sides. As was the case for countless other battles, the most elite warriors from both fighting forces would engage first. A decisive conquest of the enemy at the start of battle resulted in a psychological victory for the successors...and almost always guaranteed triumph in the end.

Many yards of distance were reduced to a few feet as the elite forces began to battle each other. Swords swung towards their opponent as the sound of weapons pounding into shields began to ring out across the battlefield. Cries of agony reverberated as razor sharp metal tore into flesh.

While many well-planned strategies were in play during this confrontation, it seemed almost like chaos when viewed from afar.

The killing between these adversaries did not feel right for some reason, and the dichotomy between war and peace revealed itself during the most intense moments of battle. Cassius struggled with these very thoughts even as he swung his blade at the approaching enemy soldier.

Thoughts such as Why am I trying to kill another soul? and What true purpose does all this fighting serve? filled Cassius' mind as he executed the killing moves and counter blows that years of training had made automatic.

I must let go of these thoughts and concentrate on the task at hand, thought Cassius as he countered yet another mighty blow with his scutum and swung his deadly blade down onto the shoulder of his opponent. 

Blood from the wounded soldier flew into Cassius' face and eyes as the severed artery shot blood out in all directions. Temporarily blinded by the warm blood, he instinctively moved his shield into a position to protect his head and upper body. Violently shaking his head to remove the blood from his eyes, he swung his body and sword around 180 degrees to strike a blow at the enemy soldier who flanked him. The move caught the foreigner by surprise as Cassius' swinging blade removed the enemy soldier's head from his body.

The sight of the enemy soldier's head flying through the air gave Cassius slight pause. He quickly regained composure and once again began the next advance on the oncoming forces.

As Cassius ran towards the enemy, a paralyzing ring echoed in his head while an all-encompassing dizziness took over and made him drop to the ground. For a moment, the frenetic sound of battle left Cassius' head as blackness and silence took over.

Now in the void of his inner mind, Cassius saw a bright light and heard a voice say, I am sorry, but I must leave you for a while. Please do not forget what you have learned. You will survive this.

Cassius opened his eyes to find his friend and fellow combatant standing above him with his hand stretched out to help him off the ground.

Brutus yelled, Rise quickly, my friend...there is still a battle to finish.

With the helping hand, Cassius quickly got back to his feet. The sound and sight of battle once again filled his senses.

Teaming up, Cassius and Brutus made a swath through the advancing soldiers. Leaving a bloody trail of dead and wounded bodies in their wake.

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The superb fighting skills of the Critonian army's front guard was helping secure victory over these foreigners. Seeing the devastation of their elite soldiers lying about the battlefield, the rear-line Thespon soldiers began to instinctively move back.

A barrage of arrows coming from the Critonian army's archers descended upon the retreating soldiers like a torrential downpour of rain. Razor sharp blades from these airborne weapons ripped through the troops as screams of agony rang out and bodies dropped to the ground.

Soon after the second round of devastation riddled the second line of defense with lethal arrow penetrations, the sound of retreat was given by the Thespon command. The foreign troops began a full withdraw back to the lands they had come from.

After cheers of victory sounded from the Critonian soldiers, the task of retrieving their wounded and dead began.

Thank you so much brother for saving me out there, a grateful Cassius spoke as he slapped his best friend on the back.

Who would I have to celebrate this victory with, if I had not? laughed Brutus as he walked away to help with the cleanup.

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...welcome to the EarthVerse

The strike was solid and powerful as Matt's forearm and back-fist hit the training pad held by his training partner, Dan.

Damm, you can hit hard, Dude! Dan exclaimed as he grunted and moved backwards from the force of Matt's blow.

A slight grin came over Matt's face as he prepared his next 180 degree back-fist into the pad. At 5'11" and a solid 180 lbs, Matt was indeed an opposing figure...but his strength seemed almost unnatural at times.

A grunt and groan escaped Dan's mouth again as the next powerful back-fist swing landed on the training pad he was holding. At 6'2" and 240 lbs, Dan was a huge presence.

Let’s prepare for some calisthenics, yelled the Krav Maga instructor.

With the training equipment stored away, everyone lined up in rows and columns to begin the grueling exercises that were a main staple at the training facility. Moans and groans could be heard throughout the room as each intensive exercise was performed. Within fifteen minutes every member was drenched in sweat from the exercise routines that strengthened the muscle groups associated with hand-to-hand combat. Along with basic knee strikes, palm heel strikes, and front kick movements, the group performed knuckle push-ups, bear crawls in place, burpees, and jumping jacks.

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With everyone breathing hard from the extensive workout, the instructor yelled out, Time for a few laps around the complex before we call it quits for the night.

With that, all the members filed out the door to begin the run around the building complex the Krav Maga training center was part of. Winded from the workout, Matt was still feeling in prime condition as he ran out the door onto the parking lot outside. Inhaling and exhaling the cool Colorado mountain air, Matt surged ahead towards the group of runners in the lead.

As Matt closed in on the lead runners, he started to feel very dizzy. A loud ringing began in his head as blackness took over and he dropped to the ground. Drifting off into the black void of unconsciousness, he saw a bright light in his mind.

"I'm sorry, I must leave you for a while. Please remember your lessons from the past. It is very important that you do," rang through Matt's mind as he struggled to regain consciousness.

Hey you alright man? said Dan as he helped Matt get up from the ground.

Yeah, I think I'm okay now...thanks, Matt assured his friend as he got back up on his feet.

What the hell happened?

I'm not quite sure...but I feel okay now, Matt assured his longtime friend.

I probably hit you too hard during practice tonight, laughed Dan as he smacked Matt on the shoulder.

Doubt that, buddy. You seemed to be the one taking a beating earlier, shot back Matt as he fake-punched Dan in the gut.

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...welcome to the Isonian Empire

The mid-morning sun's warmth felt good on Queen Neferities’ body as she gazed out over her lands and the wonderful society she helped create. Draped in a light silken tunic, the slight breeze helped keep her cool from the arid desert surrounding the capital city. The queen marveled at all the incredible monuments in the distance. Many of the cenotaphs had been built to honor ancestors in her own lineage.

Born as the only legitimate heir to King Solomities, Queen Neferities had ruled the Isonian Empire for over ten years.

Even as a child, the queen had a keen ability to understand complex concepts associated with the engineering and scientific disciplines. Due to his daughter's innate abilities for the sciences, King Solomities made sure she had the best training possible to develop her natural talents.

In addition, the Queen studied the ancient esoteric wisdom associated with the Alchemy-of-Mind and the composition of true reality. Legend spoke of these ancient teachings and how they were part of creation from the beginning of time on the planet Urasa.

Utilizing her innate abilities and her knowledge of the ancient teachings, Queen Neferities helped usher in the greatest period the Isonian Empire had ever experienced...and her subjects adored her for that.

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Eventually, the morning turned into evening. After consultation with her many advisors and a wonderful meal, Queen Neferities bid her guest goodnight.

The queen retired to the main palace terrace to meditate and ponder her plans for the next day. Two moons shone brightly in the night sky as the queen gazed out again at the lands that made up some of the Isonian Empire.

Reclining in her favorite terrace chair and closing her eyes to shield the bright moonlight, the queen journeyed inside her mind to that special place that was always void of all the numerous thoughts that filled her head most of the time. This special region in her mind brought her much peace, and she had learned how to enter this place at will.

As the queen moved into this powerful space in her mind, her body would shudder from what felt like mighty jolts of energy entering it before a special brightness would engulf her inner paradise.

Sensing an outside presence, Queen Neferities slowly came out of her meditation to find one of her most trusted assistants waiting to communicate with her.

My Queen, your baths have been drawn as requested, spoke Aderan.

Very well, Aderan...thank you.

The air was fragrant from the smell of Articulus tree blossoms floating in the soaking bath as two beautiful women waited naked in the cleaning bath for their queen.

The queen smiled and nodded at the two young women as she disrobed and entered the bath. Using fragrant lysisium soap, the beautiful young ladies began to lightly swab the queen's body with the soapy lather. Wonderful smells filled the queen's senses as she lavished in the warm soapy water.

Feeling a tingling in her most private areas, Queen Neferities exclaimed to the two young women, I believe we should retire to the soaking bath and ignite our climactic powers to the Universe.

The two women giggled and nodded in agreement as they and the queen rose to join in the soaking bath.

Rising out of the cleaning bath, Queen Neferities was a stunning woman whose prime physical shape revealed exquisite feminine curves. The queen's beauty matched her intelligence in every way. Breathing in the wonderful Articulus blossoms, her heart beat with excitement for the coming sexual copula with her willing assistants.

As the three beautiful women began kissing each other's bodies, the queen suddenly felt a dizziness and ringing in her head. The sounds got louder as blackness overtook her mind before she went unconscious and floated to the bottom of the bath.

As she had encountered in many of her meditations, Queen Neferities experienced a black void. Soon a bright light shown in her mind and a voice inside her head spoke, I'm sorry I must leave you for a while. Please continue exploring the teachings you learned so long ago. These teachings will help you fight the coming evil you will face.

Frantically, the young women raised their queen from the bottom of the bath. One of the young assistants cried out, My Queen, are you alright?

Jolted from the inner plane of her mind, the queen looked dazedly at her helpers before responding, Yes. I am fine now. Thank you.

Queen Neferities rose from the bath to be dried off and escorted to her sleeping chambers.

Lying in bed that night, the queen pondered the inner voice in her head as she contemplated what possible evil could be coming.

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...welcome to the UCE

Whenever she thought about her position as co-councilor for The United Commons of Eurotopia, Rashella could not help but marvel at the history of Eurotopia and how she was privileged to be part of its advance to the stars.

It had only been a few short years since the Eurotopian people made contact with the off-world species. The peaceful spacefaring Andotian race intercepted transmissions from Eurotopia indicating the Eurotopian people were already traveling within their own solar system...and current technologies would soon give them the ability to traverse across the galaxy. Realizing there would be a new spacefaring race in their home galaxy, the Andotians initiated first contact with the Eurotopians to welcome them to the greater universe of space-travelers.

Rashella's thoughts returned to the present and the meeting scheduled between the Andotion delegation and the co-councilors for the UCE the next morning. This important meeting was planned to discuss progress on the starships being developed for both Eurotopia and the Andotian race.

The collaboration between the UCE and the Andotians on these starships benefited both races. Eurotopia and its surrounding solar system was rich with the vital material needed for the ship's hull and power for the FTL drive. The Andotions could provide the valuable navigation technologies required to maneuver the ships while in FTL.

While Rashella was hopeful the meeting would go well, she was concerned there might be some resistance concerning some aspects of the starship builds.

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Adding weapon technologies to these starships is a huge concern for me! exclaimed co-councilor Marduk, And I feel this goes directly against the mandates our council has upheld from the very beginning of its inception.

I understand your concern, Councilor. Our experience has shown us that there are races out there who are not as benign as our races are, interjected Tolus from the Andotian delegation.

Our shielding technologies have withstood direct solar burst from close orbits to our sun. I'm sure they could withstand weapons fire from any aggressive race we might encounter, added co-councilor Larden.

I'm not interested in starting conflicts with any race we may encounter...but having some kind of defensive weapons seems prudent to me, said Rashella as she looked towards her fellow councilors.

As a former engineer and current technology liaison for the UCE Council, Rashella had already been prewarned that the topic of weaponizing the starships would be brought up.

After mulling over the pros and cons for weapons integration on the vessels, Rashella was convinced that having weapon capabilities in conjunction with the Eurotopian shielding technologies would be the best course to take.

Even though she was siding with the Andotian delegation on this matter, it was still a difficult decision for Rashella to make. Eurotopia had advanced very quickly due to its unique social structure that had been developed since the early days of its civilization. Like everyone else, Rashella did not want to damage this social construct in any way.

The history of Eurotopia was indeed extraordinary when compared with other races in the galaxy or the universe for that matter. Within a relatively short span of approximately 5,000 years, the people of Eurotopia had gone from hunter-gatherers to the advanced civilization they were now.

Ancient wisdom from unknown alien sources had been presented to the warring tribes during the hunter-gather period of the Eurotopian people. Due to the profound nature of the source and the wisdom they received, the leadership for each tribe decided to fully embrace the teachings and incorporate them into their respective cultures.

One of the main tenets of these ancient teachings was the concept that everyone was connected to the same source, and true power and knowledge came from embracing that connectiveness. Instead of continuing to fight against each other for land and resources, all the tribes on Eurotopia decided to work with each other for the good of everyone.

Formal training on these teachings began. Soon, most of Eurotopia's growing population had a fundamental understanding of the powerful concepts surrounding this ancient wisdom. Through the combined efforts of the Eurotopian people, and a strict adherence to the extraordinary information they were taught, the planet's inhabitants started to make incredible advances in all the sciences.

After a lengthy discussion, the UCE Council and Andotion delegation unanimously agreed to incorporate weapons technologies into the starships they were jointly developing.

Let’s meet tonight to celebrate our continued partnership on these space vessels and the wonderful relationship that has developed between our races, Tolus suggested to the rest of the members in the meeting. The UCE Council members nodded in agreement.

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After some meditation time and a change of clothes, Rashella and her husband Cysoro summoned a sky transport to the restaurant where everyone had agreed to meet.

The Porotaria Lounge was a first-class restaurant on the fortieth floor with a breathtaking view of the capital city.

Walking into the elegant restaurant, Rashella spotted Tolus and waved. As Rashella and Cysoro walked up to the table, Tolus got up from his chair.

Welcome Rashella, so glad you and your guest could join us all tonight! exclaimed Tolus as he gestured to the other guests at a large table reserved for them all.

My pleasure, Tolus. Please meet my husband, Cysoro. After pointing towards her husband, Rashella greeted Tolus with the customary Andotian bow and handshake.

Dinner conversation was light and entertaining as everyone talked with each other. Rashella took a moment to look out the large window at the lit-up city below.

Suddenly, there was a loud ringing in her head as Rashella began to feel very dizzy. She faintly heard the words, Are you alright, dear? from Cysoro as blackness began to overcome her.

From the black void in her head, Rashella could see a bright light before hearing the words, So sorry I must leave you for a while. Eurotopia has been a spectacular experiment. Please ensure Eurotopia continues on her wonderful journey.

Feeling her body being lightly shaken, Rashella started to become conscious again.

Honey. Thank the Universe you are awake, exclaimed Cysoro as he worked to help his wife up from the floor. Shaken, he looked around the table towards the other guest. Can someone please call a doctor for my wife?

I'm feeling okay now. I don't think a doctor will be needed, Rashella assured her husband and the other guest as she got back up and sat down.

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...welcome to Hydosito prefecture

Near the top of Thisan peak, Hirisho looked out over the lush valley below and marveled at its beauty. Hirisho loved to come up to this place to think and meditate. This special place was a wonderful getaway from the grueling training he endured as one of Shogun Lyshido's elite soldiers.

Whenever opportunity presented, Hirisho would make the climb up towards the highest peak in the Hydosito prefecture. While most of his fellow warriors preferred to bathe in the natural hot springs and drink rice wine close to the training camp, Hirisho chose the solitude of the mountains instead.

As he continued to look out at the valley below, Hirisho reflected on how he had arrived where he was presently.

It had been twenty years since Hirisho was born the only child of one of Hydosito prefecture's greatest swordsmiths. Hanzo Hattori's sword craftmanship was revered throughout the province and beyond. Along with Master Hattori's incredible skills, the Hydosito prefecture had some of the best raw sword-building materials for hundreds of miles.

Starting at ten years of age, Hirisho had worked as an apprenticeship for his father's sword building business. As was tradition, Hirisho would one day take over Hanzo's craft and continue the family business.

Soon after Hirisho's eighteenth birthday, the village leader contacted Hanzo Hattori to inform him that Shogun Lyshido would be visiting the village and would like to meet Master Hattori and witness an exhibition of the Hattori Sword's legendary capabilities.   This was a huge honor for Master Hattori. He quickly began preparations.

Hirisho, you are the best swordsman and archer we have in the village. I would like you to perform the demonstration for our Shogun, pronounced Hanzo as he put his hand on his son's shoulder.

Soon, the Shogun's arrival came. After a wonderful play performed by some of the village artists and a huge feast, the village prepared for the sword demonstration.

Master Hattori walked over to the powerful warrior lord seated at the table with the village leadership. It is such an honor to meet you, Shogun Lyshido! exclaimed Hanzo Hattori as he bowed deeply towards the Shogun.

The shogun rose from his seat. As am I to meet you, Master Hattori. The Shogun gestured for Hanzo to rise so they could see each other eye to eye. I was told you have a demonstration planned to showcase your incredible weapons, spoke Shogun Lyshido respectfully to Master Hattori.

I do indeed, Sir. said Hanzo while gesturing towards the many Toroshian wood poles in the distance. Master Hanzo clapped his hands loudly two times. Hirisho came around the corner wielding a magnificent sword as its razor-sharp blade glistened in the afternoon sun.

Hanzo clapped twice more. Hirisho began upward and downward slashes at the hardened Toroshian wood. Each powerful swing of the blade made precise cuts through the hard wood as tops of each pole fell to the ground. For Hirisho's part, each sword movement was incredible to observe as each swing revealed incredible skill.

Within a short time, all the Toroshian poles had been cut down by Hirisho's powerful slashes with the incredible weapon. With the demonstration complete, the Shogun clapped loudly as did the rest of the village attendees.

The shogun looked at the swordsmith with admiration. As expected, the weapon you crafted did not disappoint!

The proud sword master bowed before looking the region's warrior leader in the eyes. Thank you for your appreciation and kind words, Supreme Commander.

I do have one question. Who was the young man wielding your magnificent sword? asked the Shogun.

Full of pride, Hanzo enthusiastically exclaimed, He is my son, Hirisho.

I would like to meet you and your son in private later, Master Hattori.

We would be honored, Supreme Commander.

As the Shogun and his guards began to leave the village, they stopped at the master's swordsmith shop. The shogun got down from his horse and walked over to father and son.

Master Hattori, I once again thank you for the exhibition...and young Hirisho, I was very impressed with your swordsmanship today.

Both Hanzo and Hirisho bowed in response to the Shogun's compliments.

The shogun looked directly at the young swordsmith apprentice. Hirisho, I would like you to come and train to be one of my elite soldiers.

Slightly shocked, Hirisho could only think of his father at that moment. He respectfully replied, Supreme Commander, your words honor me much...but I could not leave my father's business even for such an honor. 

Nonsense, I know my son would be greatly honored to serve you, my Shogun, Hanzo quickly interjected.

Then it is settled. I will leave a couple of my guards to escort Hirisho to our training camp, said Shogun Lyshido before he mounted his horse to start the trip back to the Hydosito province capital city.

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Hirisho slept soundly in his barracks that night after coming back from his latest trip to Thisan peak. Tomorrow’s training would be exhausting as usual. The sleep would help energize him.

After morning breakfast and some warmup exercises, the core weapons training began. That day's training would focus on using two-inch diameter Toroshian wood poles that were approximately six feet in length. These wood sticks were a formidable weapon that were easily adaptable from whatever might be available during combat.

Hirisho's opponent for the day's training was skilled with the bokken stick, so Hirisho would need his full concentration during this teaching session. After the instructor went over all the basic moves with everyone, each recruit paired up with their assigned partner to begin practicing the moves just shown.

Soon the sound of wood hitting wood could be heard throughout the training courtyard. Both Hirisho and his training partner were evenly matched as they began offensive and defensive moves against each other. Neither soldier seemed to be able to get a hit on their opponent as their hardwood poles struck the other's.

Suddenly, a deafening-ring sounded in Hirisho's head, and he began to feel dizzy.

The sound made him drop his guard as a hard hit from his opponent’s bokken slammed into his side. Blackness overcame Hirisho, forcing him to drop to the ground.

In the black void of his mind, Hirisho saw a bright light in the distance and heard a voice in his head utter the words, Sorry, I must leave you for a while. You are ready for the next level of teaching. Please continue on this path you have forged.

Feeling his body being shaken, Hirisho opened his eyes and looked up towards his training partner. Kysito stood over Hirisho and reached down a hand to help him back onto his feet. What happened, Hirisho? You started to black out even before the stick struck you.

I'm not exactly sure what happened...but thank you for not bashing my head in with your weapon, Hirisho joked to his training partner and friend.

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...welcome to Elipsson

As usual, the weather was hot and dry on Elipsson this special day. Each year the Elipsson people celebrated the summer solstice and another revolution around their Sun. As was customary each year, grand celebrations would occur around the Elipsson world to culminate at each location with their highest ritual.

Due to the harsh environments on this second planet from the Sun, the population was approximately three billion for this warring reptilian humanoid race. Even at this time of spaceflight for the Elipsson race, wars still raged across the planet as Elipsson factions continued to fight for the planet's scarce resources.

If not for the miraculous crash of the alien spacecraft, the Heresson faction would not be the current ruling nation on the planet.

After quickly recovering the space vessel that had crashed on their lands, the Heressons secretly began reverse engineering the spacecraft to build their own fleet of starships. Approximately one hundred years after the first discovery of the alien spaceship, the Heresson faction had recently began space travel in their galaxy.

Happy Summer Solstice! Lizon exclaimed to his co-worker as they both walked towards the soaking caves in the heart of the Heresson capital city of Rynon.

Same to you, Lizon, replied Tysson as they continued their walk to the caves.

As was customary most workdays, the two young men tried to relax from work stress by taking a midday soak in the cooling waters found inside the soaking caves. This simple act helped the two young scientists relax and think as they immersed themselves in the pools that were shielded from the intense midday sun.

As members of the more elite Richon class, the two were able to take advantage of the caves whenever they wanted.

This water feels especially refreshing today...wouldn't you agree, Tysson, Lizon asked.

I do indeed, said Tysson as his mind came back from deep thought.

He had been thinking about the Summer Solstice ritual that would be occurring later that evening. The Hecatomb Ritual was a sacred act that the Elipsson people performed at the end of Summer Solstice for over a millennium.

Is the Hecatomb Ritual relevant in today's world? Is it even right? Tysson had thought to himself.

The truth was, he had been pondering many things these days. These immersions in the cooling pools helped him to relax and meditate on many subjects.

Have you ever really thought about the Hecatomb Ritual? Tysson asked his co-worker.

Not really that much. I just know that it is important for Elipsson and her people, replied Lizon.

I suppose you are right, murmured Tysson.

Just as Tysson finished this last sentence, a loud ringing began in his head as dizziness overcame him. Soon everything started to go blank as he descended into the black void of his mind. A bright light shown in the distance and a voice in his head exclaimed, Sorry, I must leave you for a while. Your progress has been a pleasure to observe. Please continue on this path you have chosen.

As Tysson struggled to understand the words just spoken in his mind, Lizon frantically tried to raise his head out of the water.

Are you alright? You could have drowned, said a confused Lizon.

I'm okay now, thank you. I must have dozed off, Tysson assured his co-worker.

I think we have soaked long enough today, said Lizon.

I agree...and thanks again. Tysson said as he began to get up out of the pool.

Welcome to the Central Universe

Zenon stood on the terrace overlooking the Venutian Gardens while marveling at the beauty observed from above. While Zenon had viewed the various flower and water displays countless times before, the extraordinary panorama of beauty always provided new visual experiences.

Interwoven with the vast flower and water displays were wood, metal, and rock sculptures of various designs.

Taken from creations across the MultiVerse, the various flower species provided exquisite color combinations that created a breathtaking luminosity. The water fountain displays and associated pools of liquid were mesmerizing as dazzling multicolored water sprayed about in complex and colorful patterns. Creating a meditative state when watched for any length of time.

Along with the vibrant color patterns of both the flowers and the water displays, ancient esoteric symbology etched into the sculptures released powerful knowledge and powers to the observer. One could not stare at the Venutian Gardens without discovering new insights and re-energizing their vital consciousness essence.

As with any new venture taken, Zenon used the time at this special garden to help create new insights for the upcoming journey to the outer rim of creation.

Zenon predominantly inhabited Aum and was a member of what was considered the Primary Universal race. The Aum world was located in the Central or First Universe. As attested by the Venutian Gardens, Aum was the embodiment of the greatest of all creations. Due to the incredible antiquity of the Aum world, all matter on Aum was very malleable and could take on any shape or form as desired by its Primary Universal residents.

The Primary Universal race was the oldest race in the MultiVerse, and they had collectively created Aum to be their home world. Both Aum and its inhabitants were forever consciously connected. While every being that made up this central or primary race were indeed individual consciousnesses, they were also connected to each other through a shared subconscious mind. Due to this shared consciousness, verbal communication was not necessary between members of the first race. In fact, most communication between beings of the Primary Universal race involved symbols and images conveyed mind to mind.

Each of these primordial beings existed beyond eternity and were all immortal in the sense that they never died. The actual truth was that every other sentient being in the MultiVerse was also immortal but could still experience physical death.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Primary Universals were building and maintaining worlds and being the depositors of knowledge pertaining to Absolute Law and True Reality. To this end, this Central Race had created a grand central complex for monitoring worlds and all relevant data pertaining to these worlds.

The technologies and methods to achieve this extremely complex task were beyond comprehension. In layman terms, extremely sophisticated technologies were employed at each world for monitoring and gathering data that was constantly conveyed to the central complex on Aum for storage and retrieval as desired.

In addition to being master scientists and engineers, all members of the First Race were Master Adepts of Absolute Law and the esoteric knowledge and skills associated with working within the framework of Absolute Law.

Due to the ancient wisdom possessed by each member of the Central Race, these special entities had the ability to achieve what many races would consider to be Magical or Godly in nature. Ancient wisdom concerning Absolute Law was conveyed to each world's race through strategic placement of esoteric knowledge on each respective planet and through conscious interactions between Primary Universals and select entities that were part of their consciousness framework.

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Inside the Central Complex, Zenon stared at the hologram of the pre-terraformed world currently cataloged as PT017735. Located on the current outer rim of creation, PT017735 was one of countless worlds soon to be terraformed. These pre-terraformed worlds were in optimum positions in their respective solar systems to support biological life.

Sometimes the Primary Universals in charge of these new worlds would let evolution play its part in developing life on these planets. Depending on complex variables, other worlds would become candidates for terraforming to speed up evolution on those planets.

The selection committee for terraforming had determined that PT017735 was a viable candidate. The committee requested that Zenon lead the expedition to PT017735.

Even to the other members of the Primary Universals, Zenon was considered an elder. Along with numerous master disciplines in the sciences, Zenon was a Master Geneticist.

Preferring to communicate audibly, elder Hadeson came up to Zenon and said, We are all so glad that you have agreed to lead and become Doyen for the mission to PT017735.

After a slight pause from staring at the new world's hologram, Zenon replied, Thank you, Hadeson. It has been quite a while since I've been a part of such a mission. I believe the journey will be both refreshing and revealing.

The committee has selected the finest crew to assist you for this important mission, declared Hadeson.

I am very appreciative of the committee's diligence in curating the right members for this expedition. I realize as chair for the selection committee, you were instrumental in the selections, replied Zenon to the elder Hadeson.

All Primary Universals were capable of teleportation to any portion of the MultiVerse. Due to the extreme distance and conditions surrounding the home galaxy of this new world, the committee and all responsible members for this exploration had decided that a starship would be the most prudent and useful option.

The starship selected for this mission was Bio-Class. Like many First World creations, the ship possessed a consciousness of its own. Fully created with the most advanced technologies, this incredible vessel was capable of interfacing with its crew on conscious and subconscious levels.

The android pre-launch crew began final preparations, equipment loading, and pre-flight inspections to ensure the craft would be ready to depart the next day. In conjunction with the starship groundwork crew, all ship crew members had ensured the necessary equipment and knowledge bases were in place for the next day's mission departure.

Even though the android crew was extremely capable and thorough, Zenon preferred to perform a final inspection and inventory of all the equipment that would be used on the mission.

After checking and cataloging all equipment and instruments and inputting all necessary data into the Bio-Suit's and starship's memory cores, Zenon headed out the exit to go home and prep the living space for the extended absence.

Walking off the Bio-Class starship, Zenon met one of the mission's crewmembers coming up into the craft.

Master Zenon, so unexpected to see you here so late, spoke Tanon.

I was just finishing up some final inspections and inventory. I hope your work here does not take too long. Due to the possible length of this mission, everyone is taking time to ensure all their affairs are in order. That is where I am going now, said Zenon.

My affairs are simple. I am very honored to serve on this mission under your guidance, Doyen. I will see you at launch, said Tanon before continuing up the gangway past Zenon and into the ship.

At the bottom of the gangway, Zenon stopped for a few seconds and stared out briefly before continuing to the transport terminal.

As with the nature of most manifestations, energy was always expended when Primary Universals used consciousness to transport their physical essence. For that reason, most Primaries preferred to use technological creations whenever possible.

Once at the living space, Zenon consumed some vital nutrients to keep the physical essence in prime condition for the journey before instructing the space's A.I. on completion of all necessary endeavors while away on the mission.

With all personal affairs in order, Zenon sat upright and cross-legged on the meditation mat to begin the journey into the MultiVerse.

Deep into the Void, multiple dots of brilliant light appeared in the utter darkness of the emptiness of this special place. Once conscious awareness on a dot of light occurred, Zenon's mind and essence would connect and be pulled to that brilliant orb of energy.

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With all crew members aboard, the starship's consciousness informed everyone that departure was imminent. The Bio-Class starship proceeded to rise past Aum's planetary shield and into the darkness of space. Once at a safe departure location, the shipboard Artificial Intelligence plotted the route to PT017735 and initiated the first of multiple jumps through the wormhole portals required to reach their destination.

Due to the incredibly vast distance between the Central Universe and PT017735, even an advanced starship traveling at faster-than-light speeds would have taken millions of years to reach this destination at the outer edge of Creation. Fortunately, the starships developed by the Central Race were like no other and an otherwise unlikely journey was indeed possible.

Even aboard a Bio-Class starship with the most sophisticated navigation and propulsion systems available anywhere within the MultiVerse, the journey would require a week in linear time to reach PT017735.

Viewed from the main shipboard monitor, the plotted course to PT017735 looked like a vast web of interlinking multidimensional lines and dots on the screen. Most of the route was not even part of the Central Universe. The starship would be traversing through multiple universes in an intricate pattern of wormhole jumps and FTL travel within each universe.

While the rest of the team had opted to go into Cryo-Sleep for the long journey to the outer reaches of the MultiVerse, Zenon decided to take the time to meditate and tap into the infinite knowledge base that was part of Universal Consciousness. As Doyen, he also felt an obligation to be available for anything that might come up during the journey. Once everyone else had retired to their respective cryo-chambers and initiated cry-sleep, Zenon performed a quick inspection walk around the ship before retiring to the cabin reserved for the Doyen.

Instructing the A.I. to dim the lights and initiate the Dylishiam flower fragrance smell, Zenon sat down on the meditation mat to start the journey to All-That-Is and the vast wisdom contained within Absolute Reality. Whenever he initiated these learning wayfares, Zenon would first review the Fundamentals. Once inside the Void, Zenon directed his conscious awareness to locate the Fundamental Laws of Reality. Immediately, Zenon's mind was transported to the vast inner chambers of the Kybalashon.

Containing countless tunnels and chambers carved within a small planetary body in the First Universe, the Kybalashon was the archive for all known knowledge in the MultiVerse. Carved on the granite walls were innumerable ancient texts and symbols that relayed extensive amounts of information concerning Absolute Reality and the extremely vast and sometimes complex knowledge found throughout known existence.

Along with the stone inscriptions, the Kybalashon contained boundless physical and etheric volumes of knowledge and information.

Exploring the countless chambers and tunnels, Zenon stopped the mind travel at a specific chamber. Displayed on huge slabs of smooth granite were the seven fundamental principles of truth that made up all Relative and Absolute Law. Zenon started the lesson by reviewing each of the principles displayed. Displayed in brilliant gold inlay were the inscriptions I. The Principle of Mind-of-All, II. The Principle of Conformity, III. The Principle of Resonance, IV. The Principle of Duality, V. The Principle of Pattern, VI. The Principle of Circumstance, and VII. The Principle of Gender. Under each of the seven Principles were profound words that conveyed powerful truths.

Settling the mind to fully embrace the truths set forth, Zenon began to read more from beneath each Principle shown on the beautiful granite slabs. Due to the nature of this special place, the writings entered the mind in a way that produced deeper understandings.

Under the First Principle, words imparted the great truth that all physical matter and the underlying energy that forms this matter are all creations of Infinite Mind. Those who understood this mighty concept could use this Master-Key to unlock the vast power and knowledge associated with The Principle of Mind-of-All.

Once the wisdom of the Master-Key principle was fully understood, Zenon moved on to the second Principle. The Principle of Conformity was indeed an underlying principle for all of creation. Within this all-powerful truth was the notion that all planes of existence share common aspects with each other. The compelling truths, As above, so below and As within, so without showed that the true power to create personal and consensual reality is within everyone just as Infinite Mind creates the All-That-Is.

Moving on to the third Principle of Resonance, Zenon was once again reminded how the entire Creation from the Mind of All-That-Is was in a constant state of motion. From the highest aspects of Universal Spirit to the lowest forms of matter, there existed vast amounts of varying degrees of vibratory rates of motion. The higher the rate of vibration, the closer to the Source of All-That-Is.

Next, Zenon once again explored The Principle of Duality. This enlightening principle embodied the truth that all like physical and mental phenomena have two sides. Hot and Cold, Light and Dark, and Love and Hate were all examples of this universal principle. While this powerful principle could be applied to both the physical and the mental, the utilization of this valuable Principle of Polarity on the mental plane allowed master adepts the ability to transcend their current mental states. Even sometimes change that of others when necessary.

With the first four principles reviewed once more, Zenon went on to explore the last three of the seven powerful Principles.

The fifth Principle of Pattern incorporated the truth that all physical and mental creations have a measured motion that has a tide-like ebb and flow. The pendulum-like movement embodied in this principle showed how the relationships between the different states represented by the Principle of Duality are in constant motion from one state to the other. Just as Positive moods can become Negative if not consciously looked after, Fear could be turned into Courage by one who consciously controlled the swing of their thoughts through the power of will.

Zenon moved onto the sixth Principle of Circumstance. The powerful principle encapsulated the mighty truth that there was always a Cause for every Effect and there was no such thing as Chance. Because everything happened in keeping with Absolute Law, Masters of the Principle of Cause and Effect learned how to rise to higher planes of existence to overcome the Laws and Effects associated with lower planes of existence. Instead of being pulled along by their current environments and the wills of others, true Masters learned how to escape the Effects of any plane and instead became Masters of the Game of Life by converting themselves to Causers of Reality.

Once through the first six principles, Zenon went on to examine the final and seventh Principle of Gender. Within this truth was the concept that everything was composed of the Masculine and the Feminine...and this powerful truth embodies the Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Planes. On the Physical Plane this axiom manifest as sex, while the Principle of Gender takes on other forms in the higher Mental and Spiritual Planes. Using this powerful Principle, both male and female masters throughout the ages had been able to use their conscious minds(masculine) to mentally intend their creative subconscious minds(feminine) to birth their aspirations and goals into existence.

With the study of the seven fundamental principles complete and fresh in the mind, Zenon explored the Kabalashon further to help with the upcoming issues to be faced on the journey, and those that might be encountered in the near future.

Between studies within the Kabalashon and work aboard the starship preparing for the terraforming operation on PT017735, the week's travel across the MultiVerse went by quickly for Zenon.

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As the Bio-Class starship neared Its destination, the starship's consciousness entered the subconscious minds of all crew members in bio-stasis to inform them of the approaching arrival at PT017735. With each crew member's consent, the ship's A.I. began the process of waking them from their earlier induced cryo-sleep.

After waking from the extended sleep, each crew member absorbed some vital nutrients to re-energize their physical forms in preparation for the upcoming work on PT017735.

Soon, the starship began its descent through the still forming atmosphere on PT017735. The first stop would be one of many upper plateau regions located in the northern and southern hemisphere of the newly formed planet system. From the higher elevation of these plateaus, the team would deposit a specially developed genetic mixture into the streams currently running through the upper plateaus and down into the valleys below. Like multiple fingers spreading out over the plateaus, these initial streams would carry the vital life-producing elementals down across vast landscapes until they reached the planet's oceans.

Along its journey to the sea, this specially developed mixture of genetic material would combine with the planet's water system to produce even more of the extremely complex blend of genetic substance. Once the water from the upper plateaus reached the oceans, natural and bio-engineered cloud and wind formations would pull some of the ocean's water up into the upper atmosphere to be transported and redeposited as rain throughout the planet's land masses.

Mixing with the natural soils of the newly formed planet, this extraordinary combination of extremely advanced bio-engineered medium would cause an accelerated growth of various plant and tree life across the globe. Due to the nature of this radically engineered substance, full terraforming of the planet could be accomplished in as little as six months.

After depositing the initial genetic mixtures into the streams, the team would wait a few weeks before using sophisticated equipment to begin the process of creating the weather patterns needed to pull the newly formed substance out of the oceans and into the upper atmosphere for spreading across the planet's continents.

With possible weather extremes and the not fully formed atmosphere on PT017735, all team members on this mission would wear a bio-suit for protection.

Thus, began the first part of the mission, with multiple stops to embed the genetic mixture into multiple streams across multiple plateaus. After three days on this task, Zenon was pleased with the progress. A couple more days and all the initial stream germinating should be complete, thought the Doyen as he rested in his quarters.

Zenon detected a presence at the door. Please come in, Tanon.

Walking into Zenon's cabin, Tanon said, Good evening, Doyen. I hope I am not disturbing you.

Not at all. What is on your mind?

Master Zenon, I have been going over the shipboard maps of the planet. I believe it might be prudent to take a quick shuttle flight through tomorrow's planned distribution areas to ensure we do not miss any vital tributaries.

After taking a few seconds to ponder Tanon's request, Zenon responded, As second in command, I value your judgment. Would you like me to assign someone to go with you?

I plan to only be gone a short while, so I don't feel assistance will be necessary.

Very well. Please update the shipboard maps on anything you find beyond the initial mission parameters.

Thank you, and I will update as necessary, Master Zenon, said Tanon before nodding to Zenon and leaving the cabin.

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Arriving at one of the plateaus on the planet's southern hemisphere, the crew disembarked from the vessel and headed towards the first stream slated for implantation of the genetic mixture that day. Once a water sample had been taken and examined to be a good base for the genetic medium, Zenon pulled a vial of the bio-engineered terraforming substance from the mobile kit and prepared to inject the mixture into the stream.

Leaning down and placing the calibrated syringe of solution into the water, Zenon began to push the material into the stream. Suddenly, he felt a sharp pain as something came through the sleeve of his bio-suit and immediately entered the blood stream of the physical body form. Falling back to the ground, he could feel the mind begin to go into total darkness.

Master Zenon! Are you alright, cried one of the crew as Zenon lay in what appeared to be unconsciousness on the ground by the stream.

The team carried Zenon back to the starship to be connected to the ship's medical diagnostic systems for evaluation and treatment as necessary.

After reviewing the initial medical diagnostics, the shipboard A.I. revealed that while most of Zenon's physical body appeared to be functioning normal, the brain had entered an extremely deep coma state.

Laron, the team's main physician, tried to contact him using telepathic means but was unable to cross the veil