Back below the caves of the deadlands, thousands of restless and hungry zombies stood, wondering around the caves. They waited on their master to come command them. The swirling portal in the back of the cave shone blue again and a lone figure walked out. He was tall, his skin a dark blue and his clothes impeccably well-tailored, dressed in a proper business suit and his eyes glowed a fierce green. His hair was white. Coming to a stop at the edge of the portal, he smiled manically. All the zombies turned around and will still with silence. The man raised one hand and said:
" My minions. It is good to be back home. It is time for us to claim what is ours."
All the zombies roared up in approval, the thought of conquering another reality excited them.
The Maestro said to himself and smiled slyly:
"It is good to be home. I'm coming for you Auru."
...
" We traveled through a portal on our homeworld and ended up here, looking for our friend who went missing. We think he might be dead." Jed said.
CaptainSparkelz spoke:
" I'm sorry you lost your friend. Is there any help I can help?"
After connecting his cobblestone bridge, CaptainSparklez started speaking to Jed and Tee to find out why they were there.
" One thing you can do is tell who you are and what is this place and how can we get out of here for starters." Tee said.
"Well, that's a tall order, but let's see what the doctor can do. Well as I said, my name is CaptainSparkelz. You guys are the first people, I've ever seen here besides myself. I've found nothing but these mysterious floating islands in the middle of this void. There are always the same layout. A random floating island of dirt with a tree and a chest with ice and lava in it and then another much smaller island nearby with a chest and cactus on it. It's strange."
" I call this place Skyblock. I don't know how long I've been for. I used to live in another reality. I lived by myself in the wilderness, far away from anyone else. I decided to move there to be able to focus on my writing skills and to improve my survival abilities. It was just me... and my pet Jerry... the slime. "
CS had a look of sadness come across his face, but he continued on.
" One day. Jerry hopped away from the cabin and I chased after him and he lead me into this cave. And that's where I found this blue swirling portal."
" We found a portal like that before we left our world," Jed said.
" I see we both got duped, along with your friend, Andy. Jerry entered the portal and I tried to chase after him but then an explosion came over me and I found myself here, on this island like you two. I never saw Jerry again after that."
" I'm sorry CS.... but is there a way to get out of here?"
CS, sighing straightened up his shirt, said:
"Yes, but I've never been able to complete the trial. I've always failed"
" What trial?"
" The Trial of Notch."
...
After discussing pleasantries for more longer, the trio headed back to CS's base. It was a dangerous walk, walking along a one-block wide road. Tee was slightly afraid of heights. He tried not to think about what would happen to him if he fell into the void. Eventually, after a day of traveling along the cobblestone road, they reached CS's base. It was a massive, multi-floored base floating in the sky. Tee could see a giant mob trap, levels of flowers, wheat, carrots, and potatoes growing. It was all connected to one giant waterfall in the middle and a Nether portal sat in the middle of it all. And of course all of it was built out of cobble. Bringing them into his base, Tee and Jed put down their bags and sat down in CS's homemade, wool chairs. They were slightly uncomfortable, but they would do for now. CS walking over to his waterfall poured some water into a glass bottle and set it down on his coffee table?
"Water?" CS asked.
" I'm ok for now. Tell us about this trial of Notch," said Jed.
CS taking a sip of his water started to speak,
" Well, when I first arrived in this realm, I found a notebook, seemingly left behind by the previous occupant of the realm in a chest on one of the islands. It was full of scribbles but it kept talking about this great Temple of Notch. He said one must undergo judgment by the Great God Notch."
" Who is Notch?" Tee asked.
Cs shrugged his shoulders.
" I'm not sure. Whoever wrote about him in the book, viewed him as some sort of divine being, a god if you will. Like he was the creator of this. Everything that has existed, exists and will exist. He talked about something called the Multiverse."
" I honestly have no idea what that means. Speak english." Jed said.
CS put down his water and started to talk:
"Think of the Multiverse as alternate realities. One event happens a certain way, but there is a chance that the event could have a different outcome. It splinters on from there and on and on and on... you get my point?"
"Sort of. It still doesn't make any sense to me." Jed said.
" So, where is this Temple of Notch?" Jed asked.
" It's far from here, at least a two days walk along the cobblestone road. I've improved it though by putting down Minecart tracks, but it still at least take a day to get there."
" And why have you failed it so much?"
I was deemed unworthy by "Notch". He threw me into a pit of lava every time. Thankfully, I had fire resistance potions as I wanted to be prepared for anything."
" So, what we have to be deemed worthy by this god, Notch? What is he, Odin? Am I not worthy to wield Mjolnir?" Tee said.
" Yes, that's basically the point."
"Well, Tee you ready to be judged by an impartial, all-seeing and all-knowing God?" Jed said.
"Honey, we've been through far worse. This is nothing compared to the challenges of raising three kids." Tee said.
Jed smiled,
"Hopefully, we can see them again soon."
...
After this discussion, the trio headed out to the giant Temple floating in the sky. Traveling day and night by Minecraft, they reached the temple, early the next morning.
"Here we are. the Temple of Notch."
Like the other floating islands in Skyblock, it was mainly made out of dirt and trees. But this island was ten times bigger than the island Jed and Tee had found themselves on. It was covered in a giant forest of oak trees. A stone path with a small pool of water and lit by glowstone stood in the middle of the island. A gold symbol hung over a stone door.
"How do we get in?" asked Jed.
"Well, according to the book, we must drop one gold ingot into that pool of water," CS said.
Stepping forward to the pool of water, CS pulled a gold ingot out of his backpack and dropped into the water.
A rumble was heard before they and pistons could be heard. The stone entrance slid open slowly.
" Here, take this. It'll save you when you fall into the lava pit."
CS handed them both potions of Fire resistance, good for about eight minutes.
"Drink it now. The trial does not take long."
Both Jed and Tee drank the potion. It tasted fiery but sweet at the same time.
" Are you ready? Both of you?"
Jed and Tee looked at both of each other and smiled:
"Yes, we are."
"Well, good luck then. May Notch bless you."
The King and Queen of Auru held hands and walked through the stone entrance, waiting to be judged by a selfish God.
...
The stone entrance closed behind them. Torches lit up the dark, mossy cobblestone hallway. Coming to another entrance, it slid open.
Jed and Tee found themselves standing on a small wooden platform, overlooking a valley in the middle of the island. In front of them, carved in the hill was the face of a man. The carving portrayed a man with round cheeks, a friendly disposition, and a beard. His eyes appeared to be closed. It was made of dirt and stone but the outline was clear.
" So, this is the great and fearful god CS told us about?" Jed said
"What a joke."
A booming voice then went throughout the valley. Jed and Tee shuddered at the sound of it. Despite the carving's friendly looking face, he was someone not to be messed with.
" Jedoi Avalos, The Last, The Traveler, Child of Asgard, Drottingu of Dellsmite, Lady of Citadel, Librarian and High Queen of Auru, Keeper of History, Bearer of Mercy, and Mother of Wolves."
" Tee Alduin, the Young Wizard and the Chronicler, High King of Auru in the realm of Loka. Guardian of Loka."
The voice continued, even though the carving's lips do not move nor it's eyes open.
" Why have you awaken me from my slumber?"
" Why do you know all our titles?" Jed replied
"Silence, mere mortal. I know everything as Notch, the creator of everything that was, is and will exist. My knowledge is beyond you puny mortals."
" We have come to take your trial. To see if you deem us worthy. We seek passage out of this realm. Apparently, you can give it to us." Tee said.
" Ah yes, I see."
The carving finally opened it's eyes and looked at the two of them face on.
" Why should I judge you to be worthy? Tell me. You two are nothing but specks of dust to me."
" Notch, we have fought in many great battles, defended the honor of our realm... and most of all fought for what we felt was right and good."
The booming voice laughed:
"Pfffftttt... it's not like every other joe that wonders in here says that. I've heard that over a million times. Look, I frankly don't give a shit about all of this. All I want do is watch my Game of Thrones. So, I'll just give you the grand prize."
Jed and Tee shocked by the carving's response, saw a wooden sword come into existence. It started floating down towards them. It was gracefully deposited right in front of Tee on the balcony.
" What the hell is this? It's a wooden sword! How is this going to get us out of here? How is it of any use?"
The carving, still not moving its lips or eyes, spoke again:
" Buddy, you're looking at the most powerful weapon ever designed. The number of legendary creatures that thing has killed and the Gods it has slain, you wouldn't be able to comprehend. It's the God-Butcher sword forged by a Necromancer, thousands of eons ago."
" You surely can't be serious," Jed said, having a hard time comprehending how such a useless weapon could kill such powerful beings.
The voice spoke again:
" You bet I'm god damn serious, and don't call me Shirley. I see you in your future, Jedoi of Loka, it will be of much use to you. I am anall-knowing, all-seeing god so why would I lie to?"
Jed looked at Tee for support, but he just shrugged his shoulders.
" He's got a point, you know." Tee
The voice happy to hear someone agreed with said:
" Thank god, it's thousands of years where I haven't despised a mortal, Tee of Loka. It's nice to have a mortal agree with me. You're the first one in a while. Now, for your ride out of here."
Below the carving, a fissure opened in the rock. Blue light shone through. It was the exact same of the portal they had used to leave Loka.
"Now, that we've established some stuff, get out of my face. I need to start Season 8 of Game of Thrones. I can't wait to see what happens to Danys."
The carving's eyes closed and the voice ceased to boom. It was quiet in the valley again.
"Well, he's going to be disappointed," said Tee.
Jed, still at mad at Tee for not agreeing with her but a sly smile went across her face
" If you're not careful, you'll have me end up like Danys."
" Let's go get Jordan." Tee said.
...
After exiting the temple and telling CS about everything that happened, they headed to the bottom of the valley to the portal. CS agreed to come along with them to the other side. He had nothing left on this world, nothing to do. It was a welcome change of pace for him.
Right before they were preparing to enter the portal, Tee spotted a strange device lying by the mouth of the cave. It reminded Tee of Iron Man's Arc Reactor, from the comics Andy loved so much. Touching the triangle in the middle, a hologram suddenly popped up. Blue light shone into Tee's face.
CS and Jed stopped talking and faced to listen to the hologram. A familiar figure appeared on in it.
" Is that...?" Jed said right before she was cut off by it.
" Yes, Jed and Tee. It's me Andy... well a different version. But I am still him. From the future at least."
Future Andy went on to speak on again:
" I see you two have managed to complete the Trial of Notch successfully. He's a selfish God isn't he? Your Andy that you know is safe. I had sent him to another world to fetch and find a key player and key piece of the upcoming war. I'm sorry I had to drag you two into this, but I had no choice. Andy needs all the support he can get to defeat the Maestro. His two oldest friends I imagine would be able to help him."
" Help him with what? And who's the Maestro?" CS asked.
" Ah CaptainSparkelz aka Jordan. I also see that part of my plan is working. Let me explain."
" The Maestro is a being from the edge of time, seeking to destroy the multiverse as we know. Everything that has existed, exists and will exist, he seeks to destroy. He takes over worlds, coming in when they are in the middle of a crisis and promises a solution to end it. He has done it on many, including my own, the one your Andy is from."
" Andy never talked about his previous world. He was too sad about it."
" Well, you'll have to ask him about when you see him, because I don't have much time left here. I sent Andy and his most trusted comrades, you two on a quest throughout the Multiverse to find items and people I believe that will give us a chance of defeating the Maestro. So far Andy has only managed to gather one of these people, FitMC from the world of 2B2T and that device."
" I believe we assemble an army of the strongest, most brave and smartest people from across the multiverse and Loka, we stand a chance of defeating the Maestro. I'm sending to join Andy now. Jordan, you are important. Your survival skills and inventions would be useful in the fight against him. You must go now to your Andy. The Godbutcher Sword will help in the fight. It's the only weapon capable of wounding the Maestro. He is nigh-invulnerable."
" I must be on my way now. There is more work to be done to prepare for the final battle on Loka. You must go now."
And the hologram stopped. Jed, Tee and CS looked at each other.
"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's go."
...
And that's the end of Part 6! I hope you guys enjoyed!
" My minions. It is good to be back home. It is time for us to claim what is ours."
All the zombies roared up in approval, the thought of conquering another reality excited them.
The Maestro said to himself and smiled slyly:
"It is good to be home. I'm coming for you Auru."
...
" We traveled through a portal on our homeworld and ended up here, looking for our friend who went missing. We think he might be dead." Jed said.
CaptainSparkelz spoke:
" I'm sorry you lost your friend. Is there any help I can help?"
After connecting his cobblestone bridge, CaptainSparklez started speaking to Jed and Tee to find out why they were there.
" One thing you can do is tell who you are and what is this place and how can we get out of here for starters." Tee said.
"Well, that's a tall order, but let's see what the doctor can do. Well as I said, my name is CaptainSparkelz. You guys are the first people, I've ever seen here besides myself. I've found nothing but these mysterious floating islands in the middle of this void. There are always the same layout. A random floating island of dirt with a tree and a chest with ice and lava in it and then another much smaller island nearby with a chest and cactus on it. It's strange."
" I call this place Skyblock. I don't know how long I've been for. I used to live in another reality. I lived by myself in the wilderness, far away from anyone else. I decided to move there to be able to focus on my writing skills and to improve my survival abilities. It was just me... and my pet Jerry... the slime. "
CS had a look of sadness come across his face, but he continued on.
" One day. Jerry hopped away from the cabin and I chased after him and he lead me into this cave. And that's where I found this blue swirling portal."
" We found a portal like that before we left our world," Jed said.
" I see we both got duped, along with your friend, Andy. Jerry entered the portal and I tried to chase after him but then an explosion came over me and I found myself here, on this island like you two. I never saw Jerry again after that."
" I'm sorry CS.... but is there a way to get out of here?"
CS, sighing straightened up his shirt, said:
"Yes, but I've never been able to complete the trial. I've always failed"
" What trial?"
" The Trial of Notch."
...
After discussing pleasantries for more longer, the trio headed back to CS's base. It was a dangerous walk, walking along a one-block wide road. Tee was slightly afraid of heights. He tried not to think about what would happen to him if he fell into the void. Eventually, after a day of traveling along the cobblestone road, they reached CS's base. It was a massive, multi-floored base floating in the sky. Tee could see a giant mob trap, levels of flowers, wheat, carrots, and potatoes growing. It was all connected to one giant waterfall in the middle and a Nether portal sat in the middle of it all. And of course all of it was built out of cobble. Bringing them into his base, Tee and Jed put down their bags and sat down in CS's homemade, wool chairs. They were slightly uncomfortable, but they would do for now. CS walking over to his waterfall poured some water into a glass bottle and set it down on his coffee table?
"Water?" CS asked.
" I'm ok for now. Tell us about this trial of Notch," said Jed.
CS taking a sip of his water started to speak,
" Well, when I first arrived in this realm, I found a notebook, seemingly left behind by the previous occupant of the realm in a chest on one of the islands. It was full of scribbles but it kept talking about this great Temple of Notch. He said one must undergo judgment by the Great God Notch."
" Who is Notch?" Tee asked.
Cs shrugged his shoulders.
" I'm not sure. Whoever wrote about him in the book, viewed him as some sort of divine being, a god if you will. Like he was the creator of this. Everything that has existed, exists and will exist. He talked about something called the Multiverse."
" I honestly have no idea what that means. Speak english." Jed said.
CS put down his water and started to talk:
"Think of the Multiverse as alternate realities. One event happens a certain way, but there is a chance that the event could have a different outcome. It splinters on from there and on and on and on... you get my point?"
"Sort of. It still doesn't make any sense to me." Jed said.
" So, where is this Temple of Notch?" Jed asked.
" It's far from here, at least a two days walk along the cobblestone road. I've improved it though by putting down Minecart tracks, but it still at least take a day to get there."
" And why have you failed it so much?"
I was deemed unworthy by "Notch". He threw me into a pit of lava every time. Thankfully, I had fire resistance potions as I wanted to be prepared for anything."
" So, what we have to be deemed worthy by this god, Notch? What is he, Odin? Am I not worthy to wield Mjolnir?" Tee said.
" Yes, that's basically the point."
"Well, Tee you ready to be judged by an impartial, all-seeing and all-knowing God?" Jed said.
"Honey, we've been through far worse. This is nothing compared to the challenges of raising three kids." Tee said.
Jed smiled,
"Hopefully, we can see them again soon."
...
After this discussion, the trio headed out to the giant Temple floating in the sky. Traveling day and night by Minecraft, they reached the temple, early the next morning.
"Here we are. the Temple of Notch."
Like the other floating islands in Skyblock, it was mainly made out of dirt and trees. But this island was ten times bigger than the island Jed and Tee had found themselves on. It was covered in a giant forest of oak trees. A stone path with a small pool of water and lit by glowstone stood in the middle of the island. A gold symbol hung over a stone door.
"How do we get in?" asked Jed.
"Well, according to the book, we must drop one gold ingot into that pool of water," CS said.
Stepping forward to the pool of water, CS pulled a gold ingot out of his backpack and dropped into the water.
A rumble was heard before they and pistons could be heard. The stone entrance slid open slowly.
" Here, take this. It'll save you when you fall into the lava pit."
CS handed them both potions of Fire resistance, good for about eight minutes.
"Drink it now. The trial does not take long."
Both Jed and Tee drank the potion. It tasted fiery but sweet at the same time.
" Are you ready? Both of you?"
Jed and Tee looked at both of each other and smiled:
"Yes, we are."
"Well, good luck then. May Notch bless you."
The King and Queen of Auru held hands and walked through the stone entrance, waiting to be judged by a selfish God.
...
The stone entrance closed behind them. Torches lit up the dark, mossy cobblestone hallway. Coming to another entrance, it slid open.
Jed and Tee found themselves standing on a small wooden platform, overlooking a valley in the middle of the island. In front of them, carved in the hill was the face of a man. The carving portrayed a man with round cheeks, a friendly disposition, and a beard. His eyes appeared to be closed. It was made of dirt and stone but the outline was clear.
" So, this is the great and fearful god CS told us about?" Jed said
"What a joke."
A booming voice then went throughout the valley. Jed and Tee shuddered at the sound of it. Despite the carving's friendly looking face, he was someone not to be messed with.
" Jedoi Avalos, The Last, The Traveler, Child of Asgard, Drottingu of Dellsmite, Lady of Citadel, Librarian and High Queen of Auru, Keeper of History, Bearer of Mercy, and Mother of Wolves."
" Tee Alduin, the Young Wizard and the Chronicler, High King of Auru in the realm of Loka. Guardian of Loka."
The voice continued, even though the carving's lips do not move nor it's eyes open.
" Why have you awaken me from my slumber?"
" Why do you know all our titles?" Jed replied
"Silence, mere mortal. I know everything as Notch, the creator of everything that was, is and will exist. My knowledge is beyond you puny mortals."
" We have come to take your trial. To see if you deem us worthy. We seek passage out of this realm. Apparently, you can give it to us." Tee said.
" Ah yes, I see."
The carving finally opened it's eyes and looked at the two of them face on.
" Why should I judge you to be worthy? Tell me. You two are nothing but specks of dust to me."
" Notch, we have fought in many great battles, defended the honor of our realm... and most of all fought for what we felt was right and good."
The booming voice laughed:
"Pfffftttt... it's not like every other joe that wonders in here says that. I've heard that over a million times. Look, I frankly don't give a shit about all of this. All I want do is watch my Game of Thrones. So, I'll just give you the grand prize."
Jed and Tee shocked by the carving's response, saw a wooden sword come into existence. It started floating down towards them. It was gracefully deposited right in front of Tee on the balcony.
" What the hell is this? It's a wooden sword! How is this going to get us out of here? How is it of any use?"
The carving, still not moving its lips or eyes, spoke again:
" Buddy, you're looking at the most powerful weapon ever designed. The number of legendary creatures that thing has killed and the Gods it has slain, you wouldn't be able to comprehend. It's the God-Butcher sword forged by a Necromancer, thousands of eons ago."
" You surely can't be serious," Jed said, having a hard time comprehending how such a useless weapon could kill such powerful beings.
The voice spoke again:
" You bet I'm god damn serious, and don't call me Shirley. I see you in your future, Jedoi of Loka, it will be of much use to you. I am anall-knowing, all-seeing god so why would I lie to?"
Jed looked at Tee for support, but he just shrugged his shoulders.
" He's got a point, you know." Tee
The voice happy to hear someone agreed with said:
" Thank god, it's thousands of years where I haven't despised a mortal, Tee of Loka. It's nice to have a mortal agree with me. You're the first one in a while. Now, for your ride out of here."
Below the carving, a fissure opened in the rock. Blue light shone through. It was the exact same of the portal they had used to leave Loka.
"Now, that we've established some stuff, get out of my face. I need to start Season 8 of Game of Thrones. I can't wait to see what happens to Danys."
The carving's eyes closed and the voice ceased to boom. It was quiet in the valley again.
"Well, he's going to be disappointed," said Tee.
Jed, still at mad at Tee for not agreeing with her but a sly smile went across her face
" If you're not careful, you'll have me end up like Danys."
" Let's go get Jordan." Tee said.
...
After exiting the temple and telling CS about everything that happened, they headed to the bottom of the valley to the portal. CS agreed to come along with them to the other side. He had nothing left on this world, nothing to do. It was a welcome change of pace for him.
Right before they were preparing to enter the portal, Tee spotted a strange device lying by the mouth of the cave. It reminded Tee of Iron Man's Arc Reactor, from the comics Andy loved so much. Touching the triangle in the middle, a hologram suddenly popped up. Blue light shone into Tee's face.
CS and Jed stopped talking and faced to listen to the hologram. A familiar figure appeared on in it.
" Is that...?" Jed said right before she was cut off by it.
" Yes, Jed and Tee. It's me Andy... well a different version. But I am still him. From the future at least."
Future Andy went on to speak on again:
" I see you two have managed to complete the Trial of Notch successfully. He's a selfish God isn't he? Your Andy that you know is safe. I had sent him to another world to fetch and find a key player and key piece of the upcoming war. I'm sorry I had to drag you two into this, but I had no choice. Andy needs all the support he can get to defeat the Maestro. His two oldest friends I imagine would be able to help him."
" Help him with what? And who's the Maestro?" CS asked.
" Ah CaptainSparkelz aka Jordan. I also see that part of my plan is working. Let me explain."
" The Maestro is a being from the edge of time, seeking to destroy the multiverse as we know. Everything that has existed, exists and will exist, he seeks to destroy. He takes over worlds, coming in when they are in the middle of a crisis and promises a solution to end it. He has done it on many, including my own, the one your Andy is from."
" Andy never talked about his previous world. He was too sad about it."
" Well, you'll have to ask him about when you see him, because I don't have much time left here. I sent Andy and his most trusted comrades, you two on a quest throughout the Multiverse to find items and people I believe that will give us a chance of defeating the Maestro. So far Andy has only managed to gather one of these people, FitMC from the world of 2B2T and that device."
" I believe we assemble an army of the strongest, most brave and smartest people from across the multiverse and Loka, we stand a chance of defeating the Maestro. I'm sending to join Andy now. Jordan, you are important. Your survival skills and inventions would be useful in the fight against him. You must go now to your Andy. The Godbutcher Sword will help in the fight. It's the only weapon capable of wounding the Maestro. He is nigh-invulnerable."
" I must be on my way now. There is more work to be done to prepare for the final battle on Loka. You must go now."
And the hologram stopped. Jed, Tee and CS looked at each other.
"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's go."
...
And that's the end of Part 6! I hope you guys enjoyed!
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