Zi
The lifeforce of the world. It is constantly present in nature (both living and non-living things).
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There are two (2) paths of Zi:
[Path of Sword] Zi Ring
[Path of Magic] Zi Star
Note: To open the first point of either path, one must meditate and guide [zi] through the artery back to the heart.
This only applies to the first point.
From the second point onward, there is no clear method. It may open through hard training, talent, or instantaneous and sudden realization. There is no guarantee it will ever open.
Note: Alternative Method
If someone cannot open their first point (either ring or star), another person may aid them. But each person can only aid once in their life, and if the process fails, both would suffer the consequences.
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Both Paths of Zi has seven (7) ranks:
Ascendant = 1 ring or star
Radiant = 2 rings or stars
Paragon = 3 rings or stars
Sovereign = 4 rings or stars
Transcendent = 5 rings or stars
Apex = 6 rings or stars
Zenith = 7 rings or stars
Note: Upon achieving self-actualization, one obtains the hidden rank that is higher than those seven (7) ranks, and those who reached it ever since the mankind's birth are countable with one hand:
Singularity = the heart is no longer surrounded by Zi, it becomes the heart.
To put it simply, for fudgers who need a simple explanation (me), Singularity is when all existing rings or stars collapse and condense into a single point within the heart.
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Author's Note: This is my first novel, so it may be messy and somewhat similar to other works. I was inspired after reading PEAKS, so read at your own risk.
That's all my yapping. Bye.