His reality was a temple in the sky, one that floated high above the lands of the many realms below. It lingered in the heavens, where the malevolence of the world beneath could not reach. There, in that paradise, existed legends and heroes, exhausted and seeking solace from the troubles they've finally escaped. The young man only knew of these figures, and was disconnected from the truths that lingered below.

However, when an encroaching darkness threatens to take over both worlds, he is tasked to descend into a land he has only heard of.

This is the story of Lazarus, and his journey in the lands below. It's a journey that'll force him to face unexpected truths, meet with harsh realities, and question the reasons that were given to him. It's a tale of many things, both good and bad, both wonderful and mysterious.

But ultimately, it's a story of Lazarus and the many beings he meets.

So sit down, curious traveler. Warm yourself by my fire, and make yourself comfortable, for this tale will take awhile to tell.

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A/N: I'm relatively new to writing long fiction, so any comments or criticisms (or both) is greatly appreciated! More tags will be added as the plot progresses.

I'm aiming to release at least one chapter a week, so stay tuned.