Solo Apocalypse: A Post-Apocalyptic Superhero LitRPG by Kenny King

Author:Kenny King [King, Kenny]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-01-21T00:00:00+00:00

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The air before us rippled, and from it emerged Gorgoroth, standing tall, with a physique that seemed carved from living stone and upon his head sat a crown fashioned from interwoven branches and precious stones. His eyes, glowing like molten gold, surveyed us with a penetrating gaze.

The sky above was a deep shade of twilight, punctuated by stars that seemed to dance with celestial energy. Below us, a series of floating platforms each connected by ethereal bridges glowed with a soft, otherworldly light.

"Welcome, brave heroes, to the Gauntlet of Gorgoroth. Here, you shall be tested against the might of the Titans, in trials that will challenge both your strength and your resolve." Gorgoroth thundered and the air around us thrummed with the weight of his words. "The Gauntlet consists of a series of challenges, each more daunting than the last. You will face formidable guardians, solve ancient puzzles, and ultimately prove your worthiness to the Titans. Only the strongest among you will prevail." He paused, his gaze sweeping over each of us. "Remember, this is not merely a test of brawn, but of heart and mind as well. Work together, for unity will be your greatest asset in the trials ahead."

With a final, sweeping gesture, Gorgoroth vanished, leaving us to face the Gauntlet. The first platform beckoned, and we moved forward.

As we stepped onto the first platform, the environment shifted dramatically. The once open sky was replaced by a dense, vibrant jungle canopy, the air heavy with the scents of exotic flowers and the distant calls of unseen creatures. Sunlight filtered through the leaves in dappled patterns.

The platform itself was expansive, a natural clearing surrounded by towering trees and thick underbrush. At its center stood an ancient, rune-covered obelisk that pulsed with a faint, mystical energy.

"We need to activate the obelisk," Spectra announced. "It'll likely trigger the challenge for this platform." She grinned. “And it just so happens, I can read Latin.”

As she approached the obelisk, she began to chant in Latin, her hands tracing intricate patterns in the air. The runes on the obelisk glowed brighter with each word, responding to her incantations.

Suddenly, the ground trembled. From the underbrush emerged a host of creatures. The first resembled a large panther, but its fur comprised vibrant green leaves that shifted and rustled with each movement. Its eyes glowed a deep emerald, and where its teeth should have been, there were sharp thorns, dripping with a luminous, sap-like substance.

Following the panther were monsters that resembled monkeys but were covered in bark-like skin, with moss and small flowers growing across their backs. Their fingers and toes ended in root-like tendrils, allowing them to move swiftly and effortlessly through the trees.

A third type of creature slithered on the ground like snakes, but their bodies were covered in a pattern of colorful petals and vines. As they moved, the petals opened and closed rhythmically, releasing a hypnotic, sweet scent into the air, almost as if trying to lull us into a false sense of security.

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