Lucius
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As the sky darkened, the speeding carriage raced toward the borders of the Lightbearer Empire. Following the ominous fall of the dark star, the once-disparate Hypogeans now seemed to have become a unified force. They relentlessly harassed the borders, inflicting devastating losses on the military. Lucius, a cleric from the Temple of Light, was tasked with leading a group of priests to the front lines for support. General Lawrence emerged from his tent, his eyes betraying a weariness that the smoke and dried blood in the air couldn't hide. His armor, once gleaming, now lacked its former luster. He warmly embraced Lucius. "You've come, my child." "Father, I'm here under the orders of the temple to tend to the wounded soldiers." The Lanward family, known for their military prowess in the Lightbearer Empire, stood alongside the Rayne family as the empire's two pillars. Lucius, as the son of the family patriarch, had been born into great expectations. From a young age, he diligently honed his combat skills, studied military strategies, and laid the foundation for the day when he would inherit his father's armor and fulfill the family's mission as its new commander. At that time, everyone believed that one day Lucius would inherit his father's armor, fulfill the family's mission, and become its new leader. However, the brutality of war changed Lucius. His heart no longer yearned for the battlefield's glory. He chose to distance himself from conflict, turning to the study of the Divine Light, determined to use it to save lives and soothe tormented souls. This decision puzzled and saddened General Lawrence, but seeing Lucius find his own path brought him comfort. Before he could reunite with his father, Lucius, along with the priests, threw himself into the support work. They cast spells of the Divine Light to alleviate the pain of the wounded soldiers, bringing a bit of vitality back to the despondent camp... But suddenly, a loud noise shattered the night sky. The Hypogean forces launched a surprise attack! The camp quickly descended into chaos. General Lawrence immediately commanded the troops to resist the onslaught. However, the scale of the Hypogean invasion exceeded everyone's expectations. Even though soldiers bravely rushed to the front lines, they had no choice but to retreat in the face of an overwhelming enemy. The panicked priests' spells had little to no effect on the chaotic battlefield and Lucius, eager to join his father in confronting the Hypogeans, had no time to comfort them. "Lucius, quickly take the temple priests away from here!" Guard Herbert led soldiers to drag the resistant Lucius out of the tent, who could only watch helplessly as the Hypogean tide swallowed his father's figure. His cries echoed in the night until they were drowned out by the more intense screams of the battlefield. No miracle occurred. Months later, Herbert returned with scars, bringing General Lawrence's armor and shield, along with the worst news... After the male members of the Rayne family fell in battle and the Lanward family lost its patriarch, the pillars of the empire crumbled. Herbert placed the armor and shield into Lucius' hands, silently hoping that Lucius would embrace the legacy of General Lawrence, don the armor, wield his weapons, and lead the army against the Hypogean assault. The ancient set, proudly worn into battle by the Lanward Family patriarchs, held within it powerful and mystical forces. Herbert's journey with the relics had drawn the attention of Hypogeans, but with the help of a Mauler warrior, he managed to safely deliver the relics. In the past, Lucius kept himself away from war and bloodshed, believing that spreading the Divine Light throughout Esperia would free the people from suffering. However, war persisted regardless of his intentions. Over many months, Lucius had tirelessly worked in the capital, leading priests to heal wounded soldiers and dispel the gloom hanging over the people. Yet, the Hypogeans intensified their attacks, and new wounded soldiers constantly awaited the healing power of the temple. As their injuries improved, they would be rushed to the front lines and plunged into endless warfare. Lucius gradually realized that while the Divine Light could alleviate pain and comfort souls, it could not eliminate the root cause of suffering. "I naively thought that pursuing the path of the Divine Light meant escaping from my father's wings. In truth, I have always found shelter under his watch. The freedom to choose and believe in the Divine Light is possible because of soldiers like my father who shield us from unseen dangers." Lucius gently touched his father's armor, countless bloodstains and scars telling the story of his father's bravery and embodying the family's mission. Faced with the defeat on the border and the Hypogean onslaught, Lucius had to make a choice; otherwise, more people would bear the pain of losing loved ones and seeing their homes destroyed. The kingdom was at a critical juncture. The Lanward family needed a successor, and the empire needed a new leader to restore confidence and lead the army. Lucius' confusion gradually dissipated as he put on his father's armor. The shining brilliance, like an indestructible belief, gathered as he raised his sword and shield. The glory and mission of the family converged at that moment. "I will give my all to defend the empire! May I fulfill the duties of a military leader and stay true to the mission of the Lanward family!" In the past, he had been a protected individual, but now, he would give his life to fulfill the family's duty and protect his homeland and its people. Thus, the Lanward family welcomed a new leader. Like his predecessors, brave and skilled in battle, Lucius led the army against the Hypogean onslaught, saving numerous towns on the brink of destruction. At the same time, he harbored compassion and kindness, using the Divine Light countless times to comfort the pain of civilians, reigniting hope for the future amid the chaos of war. The world praised Lucius for his meritorious achievements. With a humble and resolute heart, he led his soldiers to charge into battle, valiantly facing the enemy. He would defend glory and faith with his life until the Hypogeans were finally driven away.
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Oath of Radiance
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Ascended 5★
