In this vast and mysterious world, every living being is born with a single, inescapable fate to become a sorcerer.
From the moment they open their eyes for the first time, a Ring Crystal is embedded within their body a source of life, power, and destiny itself. This crystal is not merely a symbol of existence; it is their very soul. But that's not all each being possesses twelve Ring Crystal slots, hidden and locked away until the time is right.
However, unlocking these slots is no simple task.
To ascend realms and grow stronger, a sorcerer must absorb the energy of nature and pass a unique trial for each slot. These trials differ for every individual the level of difficulty depends on their innate talents and gifts. If they succeed, a slot opens, expanding their potential and power. But if they fail… the slot may be sealed forever, or even damaged beyond repair.
Even more terrifying, not all Ring Crystals are naturally formed. In battle, a Ring Crystal can 'drop' from a defeated opponent, and this drop system is governed by luck and innate abilities. Thus, behind every killing lies the chance for newfound strength. This is why the world is ruthless, full of schemes, and eternally thirsting for blood.
Yet amidst the chaos and carnage stands one pillar that supports life the Cronus Tree.
This colossal tree grows at the center of the world, towering above the clouds, its roots piercing into molten ocean floors, its branches touching the edge of the skies. Every one billion years, the tree sheds three hundred Cronus Fruit Seeds. These seeds are no ordinary fruit they are used to create artificial beings: engineered children with no consciousness, no soul, mere empty vessels.
But there exists one forbidden law that not every sorcerer can resist.
As death draws near and their time runs short, some sorcerers attempt to transfer their consciousness and cultivation years into the empty body of a Cronus Fruit Seed. They abandon their old form and are reborn as a new entity. Yet this act is considered a grave sin by the world, and such beings are given a dreaded title:
Worldbreakers.
The Cronus Tree does more than produce seeds. Once every ten trillion years, it drops a single sacred branch. This branch becomes a legendary relic of unimaginable power an artifact capable of rewriting the world's fate… and a prize sought after by the highest ranking sorcerers across all lands.
Though magic reigns supreme, physical strength and martial techniques are also prized above all. In a world that heavily relies on Ring Crystals to enhance stats and magical abilities, a true warrior who masters martial arts can become a terrifying force.
Yet… not all beings may begin their cultivation journey from a young age.
Only upon reaching the age of twenty will access to the twelve Ring Crystal slots be unlocked. Only then can the long path to power, maturity, and freedom truly begin. Those who fail… will remain trapped in their mortal shells forever.
This is a world where destiny is shaped by crystals, blood, and courage.
This is a world where darkness and light walk side by side.
This is Xuanyuan Chronicles.
And the story has only just begun.