essence of aether

'The world we live in is a world of essences. Everything has an essence, animals, plants, elements, concepts. And only those who can understand them, can see the world as it is.' Gen ended up losing his essence, and after trying everything and not being able to get it back, when he was just about to give up, he meets a man at a pub who after hearing his story, says to him, "Have you ever heard of Dahji? He was the emperor of the greatest empire that once existed in this world. The legends say that every year he would hold a tournament, giving the winner a wish of his choice." "But the empire doesn't exist anymore." "Who said that? Have you ever heard of a desert south of here?" "Yeah, the desert of ..." "Dahji." Gen then decides to go to the desert, and after three years living there, Gen finally leaves towards a ruin that could be the solution he was looking for. but little did he know that this ruin wasn't the end of his troubles, but the beginning of his journey. Follow Gen on his journey in this world of essences, making friends, finding unimaginable places, and dominating the essences.

Arthur Reynolds lived as a quiet, compassionate soul who loved to read and workout in his spare time, sacrificed himself to save his family, trading his own life for theirs. In death, his journey was far from over. Reborn into the mystical world of Sylvara as Raegar Blackwood, he discovers a land teeming with Aether, prestigious magic academies, perilous dungeons, and fearsome monsters. Join Raegar as he learns how to harnass his Fusion Magic to become a legend in the making. Witness him conquer dungeons, win tournements and become the strongest.

Long ago a great calamity struck the earth, destroying much of it and merging what remained with pieces of other worlds. With these worlds came Aether, a new form of energy that can allow one to transcend the bounds of normal mortality and human limitations. In a world where humans absorb the essence of aether beasts to gain power, Aiden Hawke joins the class of humans known as arcanists, people who defeat aether beasts and absorb their essence into cores they forge within themselves, and who infuse themselves with the aether that permeates the world around them to increase the power of their body and mind. However, unlike most, Aiden will find that he holds a unique gift and that his journey as an arcanist will not be so simple.

You find yourself before a shrouded figure standing behind a table. On the table are many potions, choose as many as you want or none. The choice is yours. In addition pick additional CYOAs or none to add on to this if you want some adventure. Each one infuses you with a variety of effects which cannot be taken from you unless you willingly allow it.  Note: exact effects in different ones such as perfect memory, intelligence, etc. do not stack. XOXOXOXOXOXO Essence Meta Hub https://docs.google.com/document/d/16ZpXKLI5su2v_9sAOzxZxMw_7hblTpIjyjyzDA5Z3TA/edit?tab=t.0

Just now, a female sword immortal flew past you on her sword, and you looked up. You caught a glimpse of the female sword immortal from a hundred years ago who slew a demon dragon in the Boundless Eastern Sea. She was at the pinnacle of her power in the mortal realm, and you felt something in your heart, condensing the essence of time into the technique of "Dragon Slayer." Just now, an old beggar passed by you, and you glanced at him. You caught a glimpse of the old beggar from three hundred years ago who knocked on the tightly closed gates of heaven with his dog-beating stick, laughing at the immortals in the sky. You condensed the essence of time into the technique of "God Beater." Just now, a scholar asked you for a sip of wine, and you squinted at him. You observed the scholar from five hundred years ago who studied the sword by lamplight at night, dressed in white. On the battlefield at the border, he decapitated countless members of the enemy race, his aura engulfing the vast land like a ferocious beast. You condensed the essence of time into the technique of "Enduring Spirit." ...... An Le traveled through time to this chaotic world, where life was fragile and worthless. Fortunately, An Le could see the past experiences of others, whether glorious, sorrowful, or helpless, and then condense them into the essence of time to make himself stronger. As a young practitioner, he cultivated his spirit and accumulated the essence of time. With a calm and peaceful heart, he quietly knocked on the door of cultivation, peacefully becoming a sage.

Liam is a typical spoon-fed rich guy who tossed it all out the window. Well, he wasn't exactly specific as he could control the world… that is if he wanted to do that. He was more into adventure and learning. You could call him the curious cat, as his curiosity brought him a lot of trouble. He is the only person who can see and interact with the condensed forms of matter. He calls them Avatars of the World, but they call him a World Reader. It's a name they didn't come up with; instead, they knew what he was without any idea what it meant. They also felt the need to protect the child of the worlds, which brought them the Worlds Readers anger as he didn't like being protected to this extent. The trouble came searching for him, and that trouble would come at him every time… Fortunately, Liam decides to explore the trouble that one seed brought him, as it seems he has no other choice. He lands on a new planet and decides to learn more about it. Then, finally, starting to feel excited by all the strangeness and meeting some terrifying things and humans with strange kinds of social hierarchy. At least he won't be bored anymore, is what he thinks. '**' There will be a tiny mention of a system later, but that is just a small part. And that would happen after he completes an assignment he does not know about. **** Art, not mine. I don't know the artist either. Sorry. If the artist finds this and doesn't like that I'm using it, please let me know, and I'll take it down.

The Awakening: Around 150 years ago, a mysterious event known as "The Rift" caused a dramatic shift in the world. This event opened portals from another dimension, bringing Essences—mysterious and powerful entities—into the world. These Essences granted some individuals extraordinary abilities and set in motion a global conflict. Essence Warriors: These are people who possess the power of an Essence, which can take various forms depending on the individual’s soul and affinity. Some are born with their Essence powers from birth, while others awaken them later in life. These warriors are ranked according to their power level, and the rankings play a significant role in their status, training, and missions.

In the heart of a city shrouded in mist and mystery, Aiden awakens to a world that feels both wondrous and perilous. With no memory of who he is or how he arrived, he is drawn to a strange symbol etched into his hand that pulses with an otherworldly light. As he navigates the ethereal streets of New Eden, whispers of ancient secrets and hidden dangers surround him. When Aiden stumbles upon the Grand Athenaeum, a library that seems to hold the key to his identity, he uncovers more than just dusty tomes. A chilling encounter with a shadowy figure in a long black coat thrusts him deeper into a web of intrigue and danger. With a powerful Aetherium reactor at the city's core, the very fabric of reality is at stake, and Aiden must decipher cryptic clues while evading those who would silence him. As he delves into the library’s depths, Aiden’s connection to an ancient energy awakens something within him, leading him on a quest for answers that could alter the fate of the realm. Each page turned reveals more than just forgotten lore; it unlocks a part of his past that may hold the power to save or doom them all. Can Aiden uncover the truth behind his identity before it’s too late? Will the secrets of the Aether lead him to salvation or destruction? Join Aiden on a thrilling journey through a world of magic, machinery, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge that will leave you breathless and eager for more.

A boy reincarnated into a magical body by an old mage's magic experiment must learn to live in a new world. The first step, get used to his new body. The second, get used to the slightly odd mage that summoned him. Follow along in Zeph's daily life while he makes enchanted items, friends, enemies, and even a magic cat. Genre: Fantasy, Slice of life, Comedy, ______ If you would like to support my story, you can buy me a cup of coffee. ko-fi.com/irksome

Qin Yao opens her eyes and finds herself transmigrated from a post-apocalyptic world into the body of an ancient peasant woman. Her family consists of four stepchildren needing care. A good-for-nothing husband, who has nothing but looks, is causing a ruckus. They live in a thatched hut, without a grain of rice, the family is emaciated like refugees. If that wasn't enough, someone even comes to collect debts! Anger rises in Qin Yao's heart, and she kicks the wretched husband out, "Debt collector, feel free to just beat him to death!" The four stepchildren: !!! With the world quieted, Qin Yao rolls up her sleeves to revive the family. Hunting, carrying bags, fighting bandits, she's an expert in all. But facing the fields, with her back to the sky, and her face to the earth, even a top-tier fighter from the post-apocalyptic world waves her hand: Can't take it! Really can't take it! Qin Yao scratches her head: In the ancient times where agricultural taxes are extremely high, how can I avoid farming? At this moment, the lazy husband who was sent away to die (twisting and crawling) (struggling to stand up) (screaming and roaring): My dear! I think I can be saved!