The Dream Academy, now a thriving hub of knowledge and power, was about to face its greatest challenge yet. The elevation of their cosmos had drawn the attention of higher-dimensional beings. This discovery was made by a Myriad Raced Blood Army cultivator who had fought a deadly battle against some shady characters outside a Void Fortress. The cultivator, after delivering the message “Foreigners!” to his comrades, collapsed from exhaustion and injuries.
The bodies of the defeated invaders were brought back to a Myriad Races War Fortress, a formidable stronghold designed to withstand the most dangerous threats. The arrival of these bodies caused an immediate stir among the defenders. The Heavens themselves appeared, scanning the bodies and alerting Boundless Dream and the Old Monsters—the most powerful beings in the cosmos.
As Boundless Dream, also known as Hanna, gathered with the Old Monsters and the leaders of the Myriad Races Blood Army, the Heavens’ voice echoed through the fortress, resonating with a sense of urgency and gravity.
“Boundless Dream, Old Monsters, the time has come. Our cosmos has been found by a higher-dimensional world. The invaders possess a form of energy known as Mana, which unifies the five fundamental forces of heart, qi, soul, essence, and emptiness. This energy is different from our tri-unity Spiritual Force and poses a significant threat.”
Boundless Dream nodded solemnly, her silver hair shimmering in the ethereal light of the Heavens. “We need to understand this Mana and its implications. The manuals we found on the invaders contain basic knowledge of their techniques. We must learn from these texts and prepare ourselves.”
An Old Monster, an ancient being with deep wrinkles and eyes that glowed with wisdom, spoke up. “Mana allows these beings to achieve nearly broken levels of power with less risk in advancing realms. However, their lifespans are drastically shorter compared to our cultivators. An Immortal with Mana has about 100,000 years of life, while our Immortals live for millions of years.”
Boundless Dream added, “Indeed, their power is formidable. An Immortal using Mana is almost as powerful as a newly ascended Heavenly Being. We need to understand how they achieve this and prepare our defenses.”
To gain more insight, they decided to question the Myriad Raced Blood Army cultivator who had fought and defeated the invaders. Boundless Dream and a group of healers worked to stabilize the wounded warrior. After several hours, he regained consciousness, his eyes filled with determination despite his weakened state.
Boundless Dream approached him gently. “You have done a great service by bringing this information to us. We need to know everything you can tell us about these invaders.”
The cultivator nodded weakly. “I encountered them outside the Void Fortress. They were incredibly powerful, using a form of energy I had never seen before. Their attacks were swift and precise, almost overwhelming. I barely managed to defeat them, and I suspect there are more of them.”
Boundless Dream listened intently. “Did you learn anything about their origin or their intentions?”
“They mentioned something about preparing for a larger invasion,” the cultivator replied. “They called our world the ‘Chaotic Cosmos’ and seemed intent on conquering it. They also spoke of a powerful leader who commands their forces, someone they referred to as the ‘Archmage.'”
With this information, Boundless Dream gathered the leaders of the major sects, clans, and the Myriad Races Blood Army. In a grand hall within the Dream Academy, she shared the knowledge of Mana and the potential threat it posed.
“These invaders come from a higher-dimensional world,” she explained. “Their use of Mana allows them to unify the five fundamental energies into one, granting them immense power with fewer risks. However, their lifespans are shorter, and their cultivation methods differ significantly from ours.”
An elder from one of the major sects asked, “How can we defend against them if their power is so great?”
Boundless Dream replied, “We must adapt and learn from their techniques. While Mana grants them power, it also has limitations. We need to study these manuals and integrate what we can into our own cultivation methods. Additionally, we must enhance our defenses and prepare for the possibility of a large-scale invasion.”
The leaders agreed to work together, pooling their knowledge and resources to prepare for the impending threat. Boundless Dream, along with the Old Monsters and other powerful cultivators, began studying the Mana manuals in depth. They discovered that while Mana allowed for incredible power, it required precise control and understanding of the unified forces.
Over the next few weeks, Boundless Dream and her allies developed new techniques that combined their traditional cultivation methods with elements of Mana. They trained tirelessly, honing their skills and preparing for the inevitable confrontation.
One morning, as the sun rose over the Dream Academy, a scout from the Myriad Races Blood Army arrived with urgent news. “The invaders are gathering near the Void Fortress. Their numbers are growing, and it looks like they are preparing for an assault.”
Boundless Dream, Jin, and Li Mei quickly assembled a strike team. They included the most skilled warriors and strategists from the Dream Academy and the Myriad Races Blood Army. As they prepared to depart, Boundless Dream addressed the team.
“We are about to face a formidable enemy,” she said, her voice steady and confident. “But we are not alone. We have the strength of unity and the power of our cultivation. Remember, we fight not just for ourselves but for the safety and prosperity of our cosmos. Stay strong, stay focused, and we will prevail.”
The team nodded, their resolve evident in their eyes. With a flash of light, they teleported to the Void Fortress, ready to confront the invaders.
The battlefield was a stark contrast of energies—one side glowing with the familiar light of qi, essence, and spiritual force, while the other side pulsed with the strange, unified energy of Mana. The invaders, clad in dark, intricate armor, stood in disciplined ranks, their eyes glowing with an eerie blue light.
A tall figure stepped forward from the ranks of the invaders. His presence radiated power and authority. “I am Arcanis, commander of the Archmage’s forces. We seek to claim this realm for our world. Surrender now, and your lives will be spared.”
Boundless Dream stepped forward, her silver hair and white robe shining brightly. “This is our home, and we will not surrender. If you wish to take it, you will have to go through us.”
Arcanis laughed, a cold, mirthless sound. “Very well. Let the battle begin.”
The two sides charged at each other, the clash of energies creating a deafening roar. Boundless Dream engaged Arcanis directly, their powers colliding in a dazzling display of light and force. Jin and Li Mei fought alongside their allies, using their newly developed techniques to counter the invaders’ Mana-based attacks.
The battle raged on, each side pushing the other to their limits. Boundless Dream and Arcanis exchanged powerful blows, neither willing to yield. As the fight progressed, it became clear that while the invaders were formidable, they were not invincible.
Boundless Dream, recognizing an opportunity, signaled to her team. “Focus on their commanders! Disrupt their leadership and the rest will falter.”
Jin, Li Mei, and the other warriors shifted their focus, targeting the invaders’ key leaders. The coordinated assault began to take its toll, and the invaders’ ranks started to break.
Seeing the tide turn, Arcanis roared in frustration. “You may have won this battle, but the war is far from over. The Archmage will not rest until your world is ours.”
With a final, powerful strike, Boundless Dream forced Arcanis to retreat. The remaining invaders, now leaderless and demoralized, were quickly subdued.
As the dust settled, Boundless Dream and her team assessed the battlefield. The victory had come at a cost, but they had successfully repelled the invaders’ initial assault.
Jin approached Boundless Dream, his expression both relieved and determined. “We did it, but Arcanis is right. This is only the beginning.”
Boundless Dream nodded. “We must remain vigilant and continue to strengthen our defenses. We have learned much from this encounter, and we will use that knowledge to prepare for the next battle.”
Back at the Dream Academy, Boundless Dream and her allies debriefed and analyzed the battle. They identified areas for improvement and began integrating the new techniques and strategies they had developed. The experience had shown them the importance of adaptability and the need for continuous learning.
Boundless Dream addressed the gathered leaders. “We faced a formidable enemy today, but we prevailed because of our unity and determination. We must continue to work together, sharing our knowledge and resources. The invaders will return, and we must be ready to face them.”
The leaders agreed, committing to further training and collaboration. The encounter with the extradimensional invaders had brought them closer together, strengthening their resolve to protect their cosmos.