Chapter 45 I am the terminator of the world!
"Light and darkness"

After seeing the topic, Liu Ciping frowned and revealed an indescribable expression.

“It’s a bit too grand to write about.”

He once tried to incorporate this opposing attribute in his masterpiece "Lucy".

In the story, through the contact between humans and super-bodied civilization, a battle of survival, civilization, morality and choice unfolds.

in his understanding.

Light and darkness are just superficial expressions. They can lead to many other expansion directions, such as justice and evil, hope and despair, order and chaos, etc.

No matter from which angle you write, there are several unavoidable difficulties.

such as
How to find the entry point?
How to present such a grand theme through some specific events?

How to make conflicts and storylines more tense and attractive?

After thinking for a moment, he shook his head slightly and then shifted his gaze to the stage.

At this moment, he has high hopes for these players.

He hopes that someone will not be bound by traditional routines, so as to break the old rules, innovate, and explore new creative angles and ideas on this theme.

Especially Su Xinghe.

Can he once again demonstrate his genius ideas, astonish everyone and overwhelm the audience?
This is what he looks forward to most.

Chen Kaige nodded in agreement:

"Indeed, this is a commonplace creative theme. Throughout history, there are countless stories that depict the opposition between light and darkness."

"Whether it's myths or folk tales from all over the world, these two opposing elements are indispensable without exception."

"If it were me, I would choose to start with a smaller angle that is closer to life, based on typical social issues, to construct complex character relationships and profound emotional conflicts."

“For example, depicting the bright side and dark corners of a city, and through the protagonist’s journey, showing their struggle between light and darkness.”

After listening to Chen Kaige's ideas, Mr. Jin also expressed his own ideas with great interest:

"I am very familiar with this subject."

"It's just a pity that although I have written many similar ones, I can never write something that makes people feel refreshed."

"In my books, I express this opposing element through the confrontation between heroes and villains."

“For example, we can create a righteous knight who represents light, and then have him go deep into the martial arts world and fight against various evil forces.”

"The darkness is reflected in the desire for power and betrayal."

Finally, it was Jiang Tao's turn, and he expressed some professional insights:
"I think if you want to break away from the old ways, you can start with the following points."

“For example, instead of simply dividing the characters into black and white, you can use symbolic elements to enhance the expression of the theme.”

"Of course, you can also try to write about the gray area of ​​morality, challenge the traditional moral dualism, and show the complex moral choices and the diversity of human nature."

After listening to the judges' comments and analysis on the theme, the audience also became heatedly discussing.

"I feel this theme is much more interesting than the lovelorn heartbroken person."

"Yeah, it will be more exciting if it's no longer an expression of personal emotions."

"Light and darkness, since they are polar opposites, there is bound to be a struggle."

“Who can write a more original story?”

"It must be Su Dada. His view of the universe is so grand that he must be indispensable."

"I would like to give a thumbs up to the organizers. I can actually watch three stories at once this time."

"Hahaha, it's hard for the contestants, but it's great for us!"

on the stage.

After the competition started, all the contestants entered meditation mode, thinking with worried faces.

Only Su Xinghe is different.

Just like in the first round, he looked like he didn't have to think at all.

Thoughts flow like springs, so I pick up my pen and write.

"Oh my goodness, Su Dada is open again?"

"Driving what, driving?"

"Drive your sister's car, I mean cheating!"

"Oh, I'll believe you if you say he's an AI."

"Do you have to be so rebellious, Su Dada? You make the others look useless."

"Although you made me cry for three days and three nights last time, it doesn't matter. If the story is well written, I will still choose to forgive you."

"What a lewd and lewd word."

Since he got the No. 1 nameplate, Su Xinghe's seat was also moved to the first seat in the front row.

After a brief recollection, he sorted out Aatrox's story line.

Then I wrote the title.

[I am——The End of the World]

When the audience saw this sentence, their eyes suddenly widened like bells.

"Ah? Another world terminator?"

".I think I guessed who it is."

"It won't be Viego again, will it?"

"Who else would want to destroy the world except him?"

"I don't think so. This one seems to be more high-end, with a kind of domineering air of being the only one who is superior to others."

"So, another villain?"

"It's okay for the villain, just don't give him the knife."

"I guess there will be two protagonists, one good and one evil, and what I'm going to write about now is darkness."

However, this sentence just appeared on the barrage.

The next second, he was slapped in the face.

【One. Brightness】

"Pfft, who said to write the dark ones first?"

"It's so funny! How can you guess what Su Dada is thinking?"

"Forget it, just watch it obediently."

"He was born in ancient times and was loyal to an ancient desert empire in the southern region of the continent."

"He is an excellent swordsman and a good leader of troops."

"At the tender age of twenty, he was already a leader among the generals of the empire."

"With unrivaled combat prowess, he has conquered many lands and broken through countless fortress walls."

"He devoted his life to the Empire."

"Although I am alone, I carry all the glory of the empire."

"He is a war hero admired by all the people, and an arbitration paladin respected by Empress Wu."

"Huh? This Desert Empire, I seem to have heard of it before."

Liu Ciping suddenly spoke in confusion.

Chen Kaige teased, "Da Liu, have you forgotten so quickly? Su Xinghe mentioned it during the live broadcast that night."

Liu Ciping scratched his head awkwardly: "My memory has been declining recently, and I seem to have some vague impressions."

"It's okay. It doesn't matter if you forget it. Partial stories can also reproduce the world view."

"But speaking of which, this character looks a lot like Callista."

"Yes, a little bit. If nothing unexpected happens, he will be the upright protagonist. I hope he won't encounter any treacherous monarch or sinister villain again. Otherwise, it will be really uncomfortable."

"Due to his outstanding military exploits and honors, he received the highest recognition from the empire and was granted the qualification to ascend."

"So, under the power of the sun disc, he was bathed in the holy light."

"Under the baptism of the divine power of heaven, it has become a powerful being of interstellar faith."

"Swelling in size, unlimited lifespan, unparalleled divine power."

"A pair of wings of holy light rose from behind him, like the golden light at dawn, and his armor shone like the distant constellations behind the huge curtain of deep space."

"He became a glorious Ascendant, and was honored by the world as a God Warrior."

"After that, he became invincible."

"He always leads the way in every noble battle."

"Every time he charged into battle, he returned with honor."

"Under his command, the Ascended Army was invincible and unstoppable, becoming the most powerful guardian of the empire."

"So powerful, from a mortal to a god." "The power of the sun disc can make mortals ascend to heaven, this setting is so cool."

"Did he really ascend to become a true god?"

"That's the power of the Creator Dragon King, how could it not be?"

"It looks very powerful. I wonder if it can compete with the Titans."

"I don't think it's possible, because it was the Star Spirits who helped them become gods."

"He was once the Holy Inquisitor of Shurima, the most powerful god-warrior."

"now."

"But it turned into a giant sword, imprisoned in a dark cage without sunlight."

Suddenly, in the picture.

A huge blood-red sword was inserted deep into the dark earth filled with smoke.

This giant sword is heavy and terrifying, with ancient and mysterious runes engraved on the sword body, and its blood-red light is like flowing lava.

The sword blade flashed with cruel bloody light, like the eye of a demon, and every ray of light was filled with brutality and bloodthirstiness.

Even in the silent night, one can hear the echo of blood dripping on the sword, as if telling of endless killing and destruction.

"Wait. What is that?"

"Transformed into a giant sword? Imprisoned in a dark cage with no daylight?!!"

"I can't hold it anymore, brothers. Why is there such a reversal again?"

"He was so powerful in the description above, but now he has become a prisoner. No, my heart can't take it anymore."

"It's not the Sword of Holy Light, it's clearly the Demon Sword, emitting a bloodthirsty and violent aura."

"Who has the ability to imprison such a powerful being? The Dragon King? God? The Void? Or a Star Spirit?"

"Is this what they call 'darkness'? And then the whole story is about him breaking free from his captivity and regaining the light."

"Makes sense!"

[II. Empire]

"In ancient times, the Titans created the Sun Disk to steal the power of the Dragon King."

"They use the sun disk to infuse mortals with divine power."

"Thus, the first Ascendant was born."

"——The Queen of War, Setaka."

"With the help of the Protoss, Queen Setaka established the Shurima Empire in the desert."

"Over the next few hundred years, under her leadership, this slave empire grew stronger and stronger, and its military strength reached an unprecedented peak."

"The Ascended Legion was unstoppable, conquering countless ancient nations and lands through war."

"From then on, the Shurima Empire stood out from the crowd and ruled the continent for thousands of years."

"Why did you suddenly switch to Shurima?"

"Maybe to add backstory."

"Here's a question. Why do the Protoss want to help humans? Are they so kind?"

"I think if there is no conspiracy behind it, it is just a foolish pastime, just like our cricket fighting."

"Yes, maybe they have absolute strength and are not afraid of the rise of humans. Even the Ascended Ones cannot pose a threat to them."

"This Martial Queen is really amazing. Not only did she gain the recognition of the Star Spirits, but after founding the country, she also worked hard to strengthen the army and prosper the nation."

"That's right. At least he's not a king like Viego who brings disaster to the country."

"However, the good times didn't last long."

"Using violence to force nations to submit will sow the seeds of hatred."

"Moreover, as a slave empire under an absolute monarchy, with a harsh rule with clear class divisions, there will always be some hidden dangers."

"for example--"

"An uprising from below."

"Among the countries conquered by Shurima, there is a small country located in the southeastern desert—"

"Ecathia."

"This is an ancient civilization that loves peace and advocates coexistence. Although it is small, it has nurtured a variety of talented people."

"Icathia has worshipped magic since ancient times, and its magic item casting technology is extremely advanced."

"Their monarch is called King Axam, and is known locally as the King of Mages."

"In addition, the country also has the revolutionary thinker Jilan and the warrior general Jax."

"So, Icathia's overall national strength is not weak at all."

"It's a pity that no matter how powerful and prosperous it is, it is still just a mortal kingdom."

"When Shurima invaded, their resistance collapsed instantly in the face of the Ascended army with celestial power, resulting in heavy casualties."

"After King Axam's defeat and tragic death, Icathia fell."

"Icathia, Jilan, finally appeared again!!"

"I still remember that they were seen by Viego in his travel diary. That is to say, the story of Su Dada happened before the outbreak of the Curse of Ruin."

"It should be the Desert Empire era, as I remember."

"War God Jax? He sounds like an awesome character."

"I think he won't survive a second in this story. No matter how powerful he is, he is still a mortal. Even the King of Mages was killed. Do you think he can still survive?"

"Although Su Dada has told this story in general terms, now many details have been added, and I instantly feel a sense of involvement and immersion."

"Yes, I am looking forward to the void war later."

"But...does this have anything to do with the theme of light and darkness?"

"Why are you in such a hurry? Don't you know that Su Dada always reveals the main theme of his plots at the very end?"

"Ojbk, got it!"

"After the defeat."

"Due to the huge gap in military strength, the Ekassia people were forced to kneel down and submit to Shurima's rule."

"This went on like this for more than nine hundred years."

"Although Icathia has remained subservient during this period, the flames of hatred are still brewing."

"Someone has listed numerous evidences of Shurima's crimes in order to deepen the resentment and hatred of the Icathians."

"First, slavery."

"The conquered were unable to gain any identity or status in the empire. Not only were their weapons confiscated, but they were also deprived of the right to self-defense."

"You can even be imprisoned and sold for money."

"No different from a slave."

"Second, exploitation."

"Icathia had a large number of artifacts, national treasures, and books, but they were all seized and taken away to the Shurima treasury."

"Third, humiliation."

"The walls of the capital of Ekassia that were destroyed during the war have been ordered not to be repaired or rebuilt."

"The rulers wanted to use the ruins to force all Icathians to remember their country's defeat in ancient times."

"Fourth, discrimination."

"Icathia has provided countless talents to Shurima, but no one has ever been qualified to ascend."

"They wrote petitions again and again, but all they got was an unreasonable rejection from the Sun Church far away in the capital."

"All these injustices made the Icathians realize that they would be slaves forever and have no human rights."

"For thousands of years, they have been resisting enslavement and assimilation in their bones, and have continued to pass on this hatred from generation to generation."

"Until one day, a huge earthquake struck the coastal province of Sa'abrah, and the ground cracked."

"The Ekassia people have discovered a dark power hidden beneath the earth."

“That’s exactly—”

"Void."

"At that moment, they were both terrified and excited."

"because."

"At last, a force so terrible as to overthrow Shurima's rule has emerged."

"So, not long after."

"They launched an uprising and sounded the clarion call for a counterattack."

(End of this chapter)