Chapter 122: Chapter 121: Valoran Pantheon
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Excited heart, trembling hands.
It had been a long time since Sol felt this level of excitement.
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"Hey—is this the God of Creation? Doesn't look as powerful as I imagined," Morgana was the first to step out of the portal.
Her dark, brooding makeup gave off an unsettling aura.
"That's too rude, Morgana!" Kyle emerged behind her, reprimanding her with a stern tone.
A radiant holy light flickered behind Kyle, sharply contrasting Morgana's shadowy presence.
In the lore of Demacia, the righteous Kyle wielded the power of the stars to purify the wicked world.
On the other hand, Morgana, a symbol of rebellion, refused to abandon humanity. Torn by her sister's choices, she bound her wings and withdrew into the shadows.
"I salute you, Lord Aurelion," Kyle said solemnly.
"Well, you don't need to be so formal," Sol replied. "Are my plans clear to you both?"
"Of course. I'm looking forward to it," Morgana said, clasping her hands to her chest, a sly smile tugging at her lips.
Kyle remained serious as ever, but Sol didn't have the time—or the patience—to adjust to the stark differences in their personalities.
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"I Summon You—Come, Garen!"
Sol had made all the necessary preparations. The portal reopened, and Garen, clad in full armor, stepped forward with a commanding presence.
As the warrior of Demacia, Garen naturally led the charge.
However, Sol's Familia wasn't particularly in need of another Garen at the moment.
What mattered was that Garen symbolized the summoned god of Demacia, and that demanded an appropriate introduction.
"Come forward for the conversion."
Garen had been fully aware of Sol's plan from the beginning, showing no hesitation in embracing it.
To prepare him adequately, Sol had bestowed his favor on Garen in advance, allowing him to significantly level up before being summoned as part of the New Familia.
This precaution ensured that the Garen would not enter the fray as a mere "Level 1 newbie," struggling to grow from the ground up.
The strategy had paid off brilliantly—Garen had already reached Level 3. With a few more adventures alongside other Level 3 adventurers, he could easily establish himself in Orario.
Sol had deliberately staggered the summoning of heroes to avoid attracting too much attention at once. For now, Kyle and Morgana were chosen to spearhead the efforts.
Following Sol's instructions, Kyle successfully granted Garen her grace as the symbol transformed, marking his complete integration into her Familia.
Kyle, embracing her celestial heritage, decided that the wings on her back would serve as the emblem of her Familia.
"It worked! Hahaha! I knew this method would succeed!" Sol exclaimed, his voice ringing with satisfaction as he celebrated his triumph.
"Sol-sama, I want to form my own Familia!" Morgana declared.
Seeing her sister's success, she couldn't remain idle. Their rivalry spanned countless years, and she refused to lose in any capacity.
"I know, I know. One step at a time," Sol replied with a sigh but sped up his efforts.
Soon, two portals opened simultaneously, and a stream of figures began to emerge into the lounge.
Most were members of Demacia's lineup. While certain figures like Galio couldn't receive grace, the majority of Demacia's heroes, apart from Shyvana and Poppy, were divided between Kyle and Morgana.
Kyle received Garen, Jarvan IV, Lux, Lucian, Xin Zhao, and Quinn.
She wasted no time in taking her chosen recruits. Rarely one to volunteer, Kyle saw an opportunity to support Sol's emerging Familia and seized it.
Meanwhile, Morgana chose Sylas, Fiona, Vayne, Sona, and Vex.
It came as a surprise when Sona chose to align herself with Morgana, a move even Sol hadn't anticipated.
The main reason lay in Sona's inability to refuse others, combined with Morgana's warmth and persistence. Unlike the colder and more reserved Kyle, Morgana was proactive in pursuing those she liked.
Originally, Sol had intended for Sona to remain under his direct influence, but fate had other plans. When Demacia was finally summoned in its entirety, Sona emerged alongside it—a treasure Sol had failed to draw himself. By then, Morgana had already charmed the young girl, winning her over during her time in Demacia.
Morgana's decisive actions placed her miles ahead of Kyle in terms of recruitment. But it wasn't a problem for Sol. Anyway, when he needs her, he can find her at any time. This kind of all-round support is really eye-catching
Meanwhile, Vex had approached Morgana of her own accord. Living in the increasingly crowded Sol estate, she often heard the bustling activity outside and found the environment unbearable. Seizing the opportunity to escape, just as Sol needed manpower to support the emerging two familias, she took the initiative to participate, which was rare in a century
Vex, a near-LV6 powerhouse, had the potential to rival even the strongest adventurers.
For now, Vex would remain in her own home, waiting for Morgana and the others to arrive in Orario. The same with Quinn. Once Morgana and Kyle settled in, the opportunity to bring Vex and Quinn along would naturally arise.
With the foundation of the Familia steadily taking shape, the remaining manpower could be recruited in due time. Sol trusted the residents of Valoran to manage the finer details, freeing him to focus on more significant matters.
The immediate priority, however, was navigating the intricate bureaucratic process of formally relocating Morgana and Kyle to Orario. While it wasn't unusual for deities to transfer their Familia to the city, the distinct and enigmatic identities of Morgana and Kyle were certain to draw attention.
As a deity with a reputation to uphold, Sol knew he had to approach this carefully. If no one recognized the two, their sudden appearance could raise questions about their origins. But even a single familiar face among the gods would shift the narrative, ensuring a smoother transition.
"Riveria, go make the arrangements. The two of us will take a trip out of Orario!" Sol declared.
"Outside Orario? Where are we going?" Riveria asked, surprised. It wasn't every day that gods left the city, given the strict regulations.
"Just tell them I'm going to pick up two godly friends and secure an access pass as soon as possible."
"Understood, I'll handle it," Riveria replied without hesitation.
She recalled Sol's earlier explanations about creating his own pantheon and quickly pieced things together. Excitement bubbled within her—was it possible that Sol truly had the power to create gods?
Her imagination began to run wild. Had his nighttime escapades been genuine attempts to gather divine energy? Could it be that she had misjudged him all along?
When Riveria arranged the necessary paperwork, the guild wasted no time granting Sol and her an access pass. With everything in order, their journey to bring Morgana and Kyle into Orario was set to begin.