The Wrath of the Divines: The silence of Death.

Chapter 2

Deep beneath the planet's surface, lied a large cavern. In the said cavern the Gods would meet and discuss different events. Over the ages it had not been used much, and as such it would grow larger and larger. But one thing will exist. In the center of the giant chasm, was a large rectangular table, where the beings would meet during a meeting. Right now as they wait for their leader, two gods decided to have a friendly conversation.

Gods and goddesses surround the two beings, placing bets on whom they think would win. On one side sat the Lycanthrope, Ethos. He was known to be the god of earthly elements, manipulating lightning, stone, ice, and fire. Before him sat the gargoyle, Sidious. The said Gargoyle was the God of hidden desires, manipulating other to follow the deadly path of seven sins. He is very selective on who should be his next victim, choosing only those who seem fit for the curse.

Right now he both deities, were locked in eternal combat, the lovely game of arm wrestling. Once bets were made, the two competitors counted down from five. Once they stopped counting, they began the trial of brute strength.
Veins popped of Sidious’ arms as he lowered the wolf’s hand towards the ground. The Gargoyle could only smile at what was to be his awaiting victory. However he did not expect Ethos to put up much of a fight either. If it wasn’t for his thick coat, you would see veins running down the losing gods arms

Everybody in the vicinity was shocked to see Ethos’ arm glow brown, as he began to move his opponent's hand upwards. Sidious fought valiantly to defeat his foe, but it proved fruitless as his hand was slammed into the hard stone of the rectangular table.
Everyone began to cheer at the wolf god’s victory, he too joyously flexed his muscles, but was interrupted by a low scratchy voice.

“You fucking cheated. You know we are not allowed to use our magic,” the gargoyle hissed.

The lycan could only chuckle,” nowhere does it say, that we cannot use our powers in a contest.”

In a fury of anger the fiend tackled the wolf to ground and began to pummel him. Caught in the moment the other gods partook in the fighting frenzy. Faces collided with fist, claws dug into flesh, and teeth tore into bone.

Pathos, sat in his chair, watching the blood frenzy before him. He too wished to partake, but there were important matters to discuss. Discord stood next to the god of death, smiling at the chaos before him.

“Oh. What delight it is to watch the shenanigans of immortals,” discord laughed.

The human smirked,” I do, too. But we have important matters to discuss.” then stood up and reached out with his arms. The fighting gods froze as if they were being held by hands. They looks towards the table, and widen their eyes.” Now that I have your attention, can you sit in your designated seat,” he commanded as he let go of the immortals.

Once seated, Pathos looked about to make sure everyone was there. There was Carnage, a tall bulky Minotaur, whom of which stood a foot taller than others of his race. He was the God of strength, brutality, and war. His strength is almost unparalleled. Rapture, a medium sized dragon with long black scales. He was known as the god of hatred and despair. Not only could he do dragon magic, but he could utilize dark and blood magic. Psych was a pale looking Diamond dog. He was the god of insanity. Then there was Eterna, the goddess of wrathful nature. She was a Mystical Elk, who had purple hair instead of green like others of her kind. Scorpio was the scorpion god. His race would grow massive in size, but they were rarely intelligent. He was also the god of demonic fiends.
What was left were the twins. Zeal and Fate, were twins of opposite gender. While Fate was the goddess of famine, her brother, Fate, was the god of pestilence. Both come from a species of Zebra, though they are beings of different patterns.

Once Pathos was done mentally taking role, he then noticed that a particular goddess was missing. “Where is Nightmare Moon,” he asked all the other gods.

Silence could be heard at the moot. Not a single peep was made. Some of the hesitant to answer, for they didn’t know where Nightmare was located.

Pathos sighed and then said,” If none of you shall speak, then make you I shall.”

All the gods cringed at the thought of being tortured by Pathos. They remember the Death god form when they were mortal, and knew of his sadistic tendencies. Fate slowly raised her hoof and spoke,” Her whereabouts, we do not know. But still tell us, what you wish to bestow”

With a sigh, Pathos sat down in his seat and said,” If that’s soothe the meeting shall commence, without her. Everybody smile at the prospect of not facing Death’s wrath. Pathos’ crimson glowing eyes, began to gaze at the gods. Does anybody know why we are here today,” Pathos questioned.

Carnage was quick to ask,” Is it the strange fluctuations of power we must of felt earlier.”

Pathos’ mind was eased a little by the news. So I and Discord are not going completely bonkers. He then turned towards Discord, whom of which had a smiled adorned his face. At least I’m not going insane. The human then turned towards his audience and answered, “Yes. That is exactly why we are here today.”

The other deities all become greatly discouraged, they too felt the same thing.

“So wait, I wasn't going insane earlier,” Psych shouted with his usual higher pitched voice.

“Psych. You are already bat shit crazy,” Scorpio laughed in a rather deep tone.

“Hey. Take that back,” Psych retorted

“Both of you, Shut up,” Pathos shouted. The two gods visibly gulped. “Now I wish to wish to know, what it is we all felt,” Pathos stated as he furrowed his eyebrows at the others.

“I may be of some help,” A distorted feminine voice spoke. Everybody looked up to see a dark mist, slowly made its way to a seat to the right of Pathos. Once there it materialized into a human like shape, and took a seat.

“Now that you are here, I know don’t have to hunt you down. Now please, elaborate on what you just said, “Pathos asked.
The goddess of nightmares mentally smiled, “As I was traveling to the North, I came across a strange oddity. Near the Everfree forest there is a city surrounded by a dome of magic. I only noticed it, when the dome fell. For a few seconds, I gazed at the city, but then it vanished as the dome covered it once more

Pathos was beyond weary, he was now startled at the news... He did not know of any civilization that far North. To even be able to harness enough magic to coat itself was unimaginable.

“And you are sure of this,” Pathos asked quizzically.

“I am positive,” the astral spirit replied.

“This is troubling news indeed,” the human stated as he pondered on what to do next.

“Excuse me but may I speak,” Eterna asked, her voice resonating with wisdom.

“That you may,” Pathos replied.

“Shouldn’t we have nightmare monitor this new area. I am positive she will be able to do so without being seen,” the Elk recommended

“Yes she may not be seen, but she may not be powerful enough to gaze into the civilization. She is a weakling and a coward compared to who I have in mind,” Pathos quickly responded. He then turned towards Nightmare to see a hurtful expression adorned her face. "Come now. Don’t tell me you are offended.

Nightmare looked up at the god of death. If only she could crying. When she first met Pathos, he was a different being. She remembered the time, when they both would be happy together. In a moment of bliss, he would held her in his arms. He promised her then that he would forever love her, but he had broken that promise. Now all that he cared about was power and death.

“No I am not defended,” She lied, Sidious began to fidget in his seat, obviously aware of her lie.

“Well then. Discord shall scout the civilization and report directly to me. Any rejections, "The man looked about to see no one reply, then said,” Alright meeting adjourned.” With that every god left the chasm, and began whatever task they needed to do.