Ascension of the Lost Soul
In life, he was an orphan, bullied and overlooked, even ridiculed by those he tried to protect. But in death, he transforms into a warrior destined to rise among the gods.
At just 18 years old, a young Filipino sacrifices his life to save the girl he loves from a horrific fate.
After being pushed from a towering construction site, he finds himself in the afterlife, standing before divine judges who will determine his eternal destiny.
Depending on his beliefs, he is sent to a heaven beyond anything he ever imagined—a realm filled with beings from various faiths and mythologies, from the golden gates of Christian Heaven to the battle halls of Valhalla and the majestic peaks of Olympus.
In this afterlife, power isn’t simply handed out; it must be earned.
Armed only with his determination, a mysterious system, and the haunting memories of his past, this young soul embarks on a dangerous journey.
He fights against powerful beings from different heavens and faces demons sent to torment the living.
Along the way, he meets people who inspire him to grow stronger.
Guided by the system he has received, he strives to ascend toward divinity, carving out his own path in a world where respect is earned through combat and power is claimed through effort.
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Chapter: Absolute resolve(2)Placing his hand on the stone, he envisioned the kampilan—a traditional Filipino weapon.Divine energy surged from his hand, wrapping around the ore as it began to shift and solidify, transforming into the weapon he had imagined.As it took form, he spoke with reverence,"I, Tiyaga, behold my weapon before the Creator Elohim and in the name of my Lord Ares. I name you Anito." The weapon shimmered as it fully awakened, a black blade with a lining of silver along its edge.The blade itself bore tiny white spots around the hilt, like stars against the night, and a short rope extended from the hilt, bearing the banner of Ares.Near the hilt, in delicate engraving, was the mark of Hephaestus, affirming its divine origin.The sight was mesmerizing—a weapon uniquely his, resonating with power and purpose, crafted through divine will.The weapon solidified in Rico's hand, gleaming with a faint, divine light that pulsed as if alive.Just as he marveled at Anito, a system display flashed befor
Last Updated: 2025-03-12
Chapter: Absolute resolve(1)As Rico's voice rang out, his sharp command snapped his subordinates out of hesitation."Not enough wits!" he shouted, his tone filled with fiery resolve."Come at me already! If you flinch, you die!" They were in the thick of day two, and Rico's group was already dripping with sweat, their clothes, freshly washed the night before, now torn and ragged.Despite the exhaustion on their faces, there was a newfound resilience in their eyes, a fierceness that hadn't been there before.Some among them had begun to manifest the Shield of Fortitude, only to have it shattered by Rico's relentless strikes.A few dodged one or two of his attacks, proving their growth, while others were learning to evade more frequently.Anyone watching might have mistaken this for a real battle, as each trainee faced off with genuine intensity, pushing themselves to keep up with their commanding officer.Rico's taunts only drove them harder, silencing any fleeting thoughts of undermining him.Those harboring ev
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Chapter: Late at the party(2)Behind him, his subordinates, synchronized in movement, mirrored him, showing their deference and silently apologizing for their late arrival.The hall held its breath as the commanders nodded approvingly, acknowledging Rico's respectful gesture.The room, still silent, watched the display of respect, surprised by the discipline and unity they radiated.Rico's group had made a powerful entrance, one that would not be forgotten anytime soon.As Rico took his seat, Demetrius's sharp eyes observed him closely, a glimmer of intrigue flickering.Mmh…fascinating. I can still sense the faint residue of Holy Aura around him, he mused silently, his gaze assessing.Another commander across the hall noticed the same and exchanged a confirming nod with Demetrius,both struck by the rarity of what they were witnessing.For a novice-ranked warrior to wield Holy Aura was unheard of—it was a privilege reserved for high-ranking beings.Few possessed the strength and mastery to channel it, and for Rico
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Chapter: Late at the party(1)Huff! Huff! Huff!The air was thick with the sound of heavy breathing, each member of Rico's squad gasping as they braced themselves against the relentless training.Hours had passed with no breaks, pushing each of them to the brink as Rico, now armed with his Holy Aura, had sparred them into exhaustion.Despite his rank of Warrior (Novice), Rico's strength far surpassed his title, and it showed.He stood amidst his battered, bruised subordinates, grinning as he took in the sight before him.The training uniforms on most of them were torn, ripped at the seams or stained with dirt and sweat.Some even bore visible bruises, reminders of the blows they'd taken.They looked like they had just returned from a real battle—but this was only sparring.Rico had found something profound here.He had been bullied on Earth, labeled a loser, but here, he felt respected, valued, and at peace—a priceless feeling.His memories might remind him of his past life, but the present offered something great
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Chapter: Commander TiyagoA ding echoed in Rico's mind as his abilities settled into place.With his senses heightened by Battlefield Awareness, Rico watched as his subordinates hesitated before charging at him.He shifted into his stance, focusing on his Dance of the Evasive Wind and moving with fluid precision,sidestepping each strike with graceful, measured footwork.His reflexes felt sharp as he ducked a blow from Leonidas, spinning to deflect a kick from Callista with his arm, his grin never wavering."Come on! Is that all?" he taunted.Theron attempted a bold swing toward him, but Rico activated his Shield of Fortitude, absorbing the impact with ease.The divine energy around him seemed to pulse as the shield dissipated the blow, leaving him unfazed."Not bad, but let's see how you handle this."Rico's expression shifted to one of fierce determination as he activated Wrathful Strike Series,channeling his divine energy into a powerful attack, deliberately slowing his strike to test their reactions.His
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Chapter: Skill Acquisition(2)[Skill Acquisition Complete]New Active Skill: Divine Power GatheringDescription: A concentration technique that allows Rico to draw in divine energy from his surroundings, replenishing his reserves. When used in combat, it allows him to regain strength and infuse attacks or defenses with extra divine power, enhancing their potency.Effects: +25% Energy Recovery Rate during use, minor defensive boost while gathering.New Passive Skill: Divine ReservoirDescription: Enables Rico to store larger amounts of divine energy within his body, which can be accessed at any time, even if he is fatigued or low on stamina.Effects: +30% Maximum Divine Energy Capacity, improved endurance under divine-powered abilities.Attribute Boost:Divine energy: +30Endurance: +8As the information from Divine Power Harnessing settled within him, Rico could feel the steady, calming pulse of divine energy humming through his veins.It was as if he had tapped into a wellspring of strength, one that was now his
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Chapter: Chapter 195: Either way... they’re going to die.The following day…At the Black Fur Sect, Oasis spent nearly half the day seated in stillness, his gaze distant as he monitored the movements of the invaders.Above the sect grounds, high in the cold afternoon sky, Vesta soared invisibly, her senses merged with his own.Venak, meanwhile, remained inside the room, cross-legged and cultivating quietly.Through Vesta and his Divine Peak, Oasis studied their prey with relentless focus.He noted how meticulously the fifty invaders blended into the local towns and villages.They never moved in groups larger than three, never acknowledged one another openly.Even if twenty of them entered a town, they pretended to be strangers, sometimes even staging arguments among themselves to dispel suspicion.Some posed as laborers searching for work. Others played the role of friendly volunteers helping local farmers.A few lingered at the edges of towns, targeting traders on the roads.Still others hid deep within the forests and along the canals, pre
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Chapter: Chapter 194: Venak Shocked.Behind the distant peaks, a few kilometers away from the enemy encampment, deep within the snowy forests of Lunaris…Huff… huff… huff…“Monster… M–Monster—!”A bloodied man stumbled through the forest, panting heavily, his steps frantic and uneven.His clothes were torn, stained red with blood that dripped onto the snowy ground with every step.Twigs snapped beneath his feet, and his breaths turned to vapor in the cold air.His eyes darted around wildly—paranoia consuming him.Suddenly—Fft.The soft, chilling sound of a needle-like string piercing through flesh.The man's eyes widened in shock as a shimmering thread of mana tore through the back of his skull, emerging cleanly from his forehead.His body went limp and collapsed into the snow, steam rising from the warmth of his corpse.The mana string shimmered faintly in the moonlight before dissipating into the wind.Above, perched silently on the thick branch of a tree, Oasis stood like a ghost, his form still and his gaze calm.“T
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Chapter: Chapter 193: Desperate Nonsense.Without wasting time, the two departed the Bluemoon estate and began their journey south, heading toward the Black Fur Sect—where tensions near the borders were starting to rise.A Week Later – Riverwind Territory, Western Border RegionNestled deep within the Riverwind family’s territory—known across Verdantia as Springfield—stood a fortified stronghold near the western edge, not far from the tri-border junction between Lunaris, Springfield, and the territory of Stormreach.The fortress, constructed from pale-gray stone quarried from the highlands, stood firm amidst a thick forest and surrounding wetlands.Its high walls were scarred with age, wrapped in moss and lichen, and partially hidden by towering evergreens.Murky Half frozen water pooled around the base where forest met swamp.Narrow watchtowers rose above the tree line, their guards vigilant, eyes scanning the horizon.Within, the mood was tense.Smoke rose from torches lit inside the war chamber, casting flickering shadows
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Chapter: Chapter 192: Gift.His hand moved steadily across the parchment, tracing the fine lines inked in mana-sensitive strokes.Venak leaned beside him, eyes sharp, trying to follow the motion.“You see this place here?” Oasis began, his voice even as he pointed to a tri-border region.“It’s the intersection of our Lunaris border, Springfield—and Stormreach".Venak nodded slightly, already sensing the tension behind the words.“But look to the south,” Oasis continued, his finger gliding along the lower edge of the map.“These peaks act as a natural barrier toward Springfield… and to the southwest, the Verdant Forest stretches outward like wild roots.”His tone turned colder, more focused.“Yet the disturbances are happening close to all three borders. It’s not a coincidence.”He tapped a specific point.“Master said there were unusual activities here. It’s not a full assault—they’re testing us.""Acting as if they’re probing Riverwind… but at the same time, they’re poking into our side.""And they know exactly
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Chapter: Chapter 191: Preparations.As the meeting concluded, the great doors of the Sylvaneth palace opened, and the leaders of the Great noble families began to file out in orderly fashion, their expressions solemn and resolved.One by one, they disappeared into the twilight, their aides following behind like shadows.The hall slowly emptied, leaving only three figures behind:King Elpis Evergreen, Queen Elara Evergreen, and Belenus Lumina.The green glow of mana-crystals continued to bathe the great hall in a soft, ethereal light as Belenus approached the throne once more, no longer bound by the formal restraint he wore during the council.“Do you really believe Conri will act?” Belenus asked, his tone shedding the usual formal veneer of court.Elpis leaned back in his living throne, his sharp eyes drifting toward the vaulted ceiling above.“He will. Among all the Great Families, those with the deepest bloodlust have always hailed from the North.”Elpis’s voice was low, sure.“I’ve known Conri for years—even before h
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Chapter: Chapter 190: Verdantia's response.Snow fell gently, layering the courtyard in a soft white sheet.Amidst the silent flurry, Oasis stood with his sword raised—Rudra, newly named.The blade shimmered faintly beneath the overcast sky, reflecting the quiet determination in his eyes.A small smile curved on his lips, not one of triumph, but of peace.It was as though the sword acknowledged him… and the world, just for a moment, stood still.Kara, standing under the pavilion nearby, watched quietly.A subtle smile played on her lips, proud and content in the background.After a moment, Oasis lowered the blade and walked back toward the pavilion where Elder Adric and the others waited.As he stepped into the shelter, he picked up the sheath that rested neatly on the table.With steady hands, he brought it to his side.Elder Adric stepped forward, assisting him in attaching the sheath to his waist.The dark blue scabbard matched seamlessly with the deep-toned robes Oasis wore.Now, with sword and sheath secured, he looked the
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