The Current State Of The JBU | 01/17/2023 

About

The stories on this blog weren't originally written with the intent of them all existing in the same universe, but now ten of them have been confirmed to take place on the same world. This post will list every story on the blog that is currently connected, provide a recommended reading order for these stories, describe how all of these stories are connected, and give you an idea of the current state of key characters that exist in this universe.

Every Story Currently In This Shared Universe

1. A Quick Peek Into The Universe Of The Seer
2. Trouble In Treasureville
3. Radd Jones vs The Seer
4. Supergod vs The Seeker
5. One Giant Conspiracy
6. Rex: The Technopath's Downfall
7. The Seer's Star: The Ultimate Showdown between Rath and The Seer
8. "Element Machine & Angelegion" Vs. "Tyrant Tornado & Zomlegion"
9. Rise of the Apprentice: A Superhero Quest to Save the Earth
10. Bonded by Grief: The Quest for Justice

The above is the recommended reading order of every story currently in this connected universe.

How These Stories Are Connected

How the first five stories are connected is explained in this post. "Rex: The Technopath's Downfall" picks up right after "One Giant Conspiracy". Rex finds out who framed The Seer in "One Giant Conspiracy" and defeats them, but he is left wondering why The Seer was framed in the first place. "The Seer's Star: The Ultimate Showdown between Rath and The Seer" takes place after "One Giant Conspiracy". 

It follows Rath who wants to test her skills against The Seer, after seeing having seen The Seer's true power in "One Giant Conspiracy". Rath disguises herself as a villain to trick The Seer into fighting her, but The Seer uses The Seer's Star to see through her disguise and he retreats from the fight. The Seer's reputation is still in pieces after "One Giant Conspiracy", and he is on bad terms with both Rath and Rex.

"Element Machine & Angelegion" Vs. "Tyrant Tornado & Zomlegion" introduces Element Machine, the Universe Protectors, and the Anti-Matter Weaponeers. "Rise of the Apprentice: A Superhero Quest to Save the Earth" takes place after "The Seer's Star: The Ultimate Showdown between Rath and The Seer" and "'Element Machine & Angelegion' Vs. 'Tyrant Tornado & Zomlegion'". Element Machine leads Rath to The Apprentice, who she rescues from a trickster demon and recruits to help her close the tear in reality that demons are using to invade the Earth. 

"Bonded by Grief: The Quest for Justice" follows the events of "Rise of the Apprentice: A Superhero Quest to Save the Earth". Rex interrupts Rath and The Apprentice's journey, which results in an incredible clash that is stopped by Ra. Together Ra, Rath, Rex, and The Apprentice are now determined to close the tear in reality in honor of their fallen ally: Genie Guardian.

The Current State Of Key Characters (Spoilers)

The Seer: The bounty on his head has been lifted, but he has lost the trust of the people. He knows that Radd Jones is a hero, but Radd Jones still sees him as a villain. After his battles with Rex and Rath, he wants nothing to do with either of them. Feeling lonelier than ever, he must find a way to regain the trust of the people and show the world that he's a hero.

Radd Jones: He now possesses the Golden Board, but he isn't sure why he was drawn to it in the first place. He doesn't know what it is fully capable of, or how to fully control its power. He won't rest until he can figure out why the strings of fate have connected him with the Golden Board.

Rex: He is ashamed of himself for being tricked so easily. He knows he needs to make things right with The Seer. He has figured out who framed The Seer, but he isn't sure why. If he wants to get back on The Seer's good side, he's going to need to solve this case. But how can he figure out the motives of a dead man? Rallied by Ra, he is currently focused on helping Rath close the tear in reality that demons are using to invade the Earth.

Rath: She is on a quest to slay the demons that have been unleashed from the tear in reality, to prevent anyone from suffering the same fate as Genie Guardian. Her warrior spirit is excited by The Seer's incredible power, and she believes that he would be a worthy opponent. After she failed to trick The Seer into facing off against her with his full power, she has diverted her attention back to trying to save the Earth from demonic invasion. She hopes that with the help of The Apprentice, that she can close the tear in reality and stop more demons from coming through. 

Stable Diffusion 2 Prompt Used To Generate Cover Image

swirling radiant twister of stars in the cosmos, colorful photorealistic

The Cauldron Master: A Guide to the Fascinating Worlds of Alchemy and Ancient Automatons

About

Soon I am going to play Yu-Gi-Oh with my friend Jon Mason using custom cards. One of the cards I created is a deck master called "Cauldron Master Of Revealing Light" (CMRL). I decided that I wanted to create a story based on CMRL to give him some lore. I wanted his story to not only appeal to general audiences and be fairly entertaining, but also to persuade the reader to learn more about alchemy and automatons. I used ChatGPT to generate the story, Avyn (Stable Diffusion 2) to generate the card art, and Card Maker Dot Net to create the custom card. I hope that you enjoy the story and that it inspires you to learn more about automatons and alchemy.

Custom Card

 

 

Story

Welcome to the tale of the Cauldron Master Of Revealing Light, a story that is sure to inspire and persuade you to take an interest in the fascinating worlds of alchemy and ancient automatons.

In ancient Greece, there lived a renowned alchemist named Pythagoras. He was known for his philosophical and mathematical discoveries, as well as his studies in alchemy. Pythagoras believed that alchemy was a way to understand the fundamental nature of the universe and to achieve a state of enlightenment.

One of Pythagoras's greatest achievements was the creation of the Cauldron Master Of Revealing Light, a small but powerful automaton designed to defend the kingdom's apothecary from enemy invaders. The Cauldron Master was inscribed with runes that gave him the ability to wield powerful magical swords of light, as well as the power to create medicinal mist to heal the injuries of his allies and puffs of poisonous pollution to ward off would-be invaders.

As the enemy invaders approached, the Cauldron Master stood tall, his swords of light at the ready. Despite his fragile and diminutive size, he fought with a bravery and determination that inspired all who saw him. His magical abilities were unmatched, and he single-handedly drove the enemy invaders back, saving his kingdom from harm.

As the smoke cleared, the Cauldron Master emerged victorious, his metal body gleaming in the sun. The people rejoiced, hailing him as a hero and a defender of the realm. His name became known throughout the land, and he was celebrated by all who knew him.

Thanks to the Cauldron Master's bravery and magical prowess, the kingdom's apothecary was safe, and Pythagoras was able to continue his work, creating potions and poisons for the king's army. And as the years passed, the kingdom flourished, with the Cauldron Master always there to protect it from harm.

If you're inspired to learn more about the magical worlds of alchemy and ancient automatons, consider exploring these specific topics:

The history of alchemy and its practitioners, such as Pythagoras, Isaac Newton, and Marie Curie

The principles of alchemy, including the concept of the philosopher's stone and the transformation of base metals into gold

The use of alchemy in medicine, including the creation of elixirs and potions for healing

The role of alchemy in the development of modern chemistry

The history of ancient automatons and their functions in society

The technology and mechanics behind the creation of automatons

The relationship between alchemy and automatons in literature and popular culture.

With this knowledge in hand, you'll be well on your way to understanding the magical worlds of alchemy and ancient automatons. So don't wait – start your journey of discovery today!

Prompts Used

Prompt used for the story:

Cauldron Master Of Revealing Light is an automaton created by the king's alchemist. His goal is to defend the kingdom's apothecary from enemy invaders and to help the alchemist mix together potions and poisons for the king's army. Despite his armored appearance, he's incredibly fragile and not very strong. What he lacks in physical prowess, he makes up for in magical talent. The runes inscribed on his metal body allow him to spawn magical swords of light that can defend an area from attack, medicinal mist that can heal the injuries of his allies, and puffs of poisonous pollution to ward off would be invaders.

I want to inspire and persuade general audiences to take in interest in ancient automatons and alchemy. Could you create an entertaining and persuasive story about Cauldron Master Of Revealing Light with this purpose in mind?

Prompt used for the artwork:

Smoky magical humanoid robot cauldron wielding a silver sword made of light, colorful photorealistic

Metropolis Re-Imagined : Trinity Of Heroes

 About

The 1927 film "Metropolis", one of the most iconic science fiction films ever made, is now in the public domain. The film tells a story of class struggle, revenge, and the potentially dangerous impact that advanced technology can have on society. The following collection of short stories each tells a different re-imagining of the story of Metropolis, each featuring a different main character inspired by a different member of DC Comics' Trinity (Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman).

All of these stories are AI generated using ChatGPT and all of the images are AI generated using Avyn (Stable Diffusion 2).

 Umbra Inquisitor vs Doctor Rotwang

As Umbra Inquisitor, the dark and brooding vigilante detective, I was called to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Maria, a young woman who had been taken by the infamous Doctor Rotwang. My initial suspicions were that Rotwang was simply a mad scientist, performing grotesque experiments on his victims for his own twisted enjoyment. But as I delved deeper into the case, I discovered that Rotwang's motivations were far more sinister.

It seemed that many years ago, Rotwang had been a brilliant and ambitious inventor who had dedicated his life to advancing the field of robotics. But despite his success, Rotwang's dreams were shattered when the woman he loved was promised to Joh Fredersen, the powerful ruler of the city of Metropolis. Enraged and heartbroken, Rotwang vowed to get revenge on Fredersen by destroying his empire.

Fueled by his desire for revenge, Rotwang devoted himself to creating the perfect robot, one that he could use to manipulate and control the masses. And so, he kidnapped Maria in order to give his robot, known as Futura, her appearance. With Futura disguised as Maria, Rotwang hoped to use the robot to rally the workers of the city's catacombs and incite a violent rebellion against the upper-class.

As I followed the trail of clues, I found myself venturing into the dangerous underworld of the catacombs, where I encountered the grim reality of the working class's existence. The city of Metropolis was divided between the upper-class, who lived in luxury and comfort, and the working class, who toiled away in the catacombs, fueling the city's power but receiving little in return. It was in this oppressive and desperate environment that I encountered Futura, the robot Maria, who was being used by Rotwang to manipulate the workers into rising up against their oppressors.

Despite my initial reservations about the rebellion, I couldn't help but feel a sense of sympathy for the workers and their struggles. But as I delved deeper into the case, I realized that Futura was not the savior the workers thought she was. The robot was being controlled by Rotwang and his own twisted desire for revenge, and if left unchecked, the rebellion would only lead to more destruction and suffering.

Determined to stop the rebellion and bring peace back to the city, I tracked down Rotwang and confronted him in his lair. The mad scientist was obsessed with destroying Fredersen and would stop at nothing to achieve his goal, even if it meant using the innocent Maria as a pawn. In the ensuing struggle, Rotwang was killed and Futura was severely damaged, effectively ending the rebellion and bringing peace back to the city.

As I stood amongst the rubble and destruction, I couldn't help but wonder what had driven Rotwang to such lengths in his quest for revenge. But as I left the catacombs and returned to the surface, I knew that my job was far from over. There were always more villains to bring to justice and more lives to protect. That was the burden of being Umbra Inquisitor, the dark and brooding vigilante detective.

Sol Vir vs Doctor Rotwang

Sol Vir was a young alien with a strong sense of justice and a heart full of compassion. Raised by an honest couple who worked in the catacombs of the futuristic city known as Metropolis, Sol Vir had learned to value truth, justice, and the American way. When his adoptive parents were killed in a tragic accident, Sol Vir vowed to use his incredible superpowers - including flight, super strength, and elemental vision - to defend the innocent and fight for justice wherever it was threatened.

In the bustling, industrialized city of Metropolis, the divide between the upper-class and the working class was vast. The workers in the catacombs were oppressed and downtrodden, while the upper-class lived lives of luxury and ease. Sol Vir knew that he had to do something to bridge this gap and bring justice to the people of Metropolis.

One day, Sol Vir received a distress call from a young woman named Maria. She had been kidnapped by a sinister scientist named Doctor Rotwang, who had a grudge against a powerful businessman named Joh Fredersen. Many years ago, Fredersen had stolen the woman of Doctor Rotwang's dreams, and the scientist had been plotting his revenge ever since. He had kidnapped Maria in order to give his robot, Futura, her appearance, and he planned to use the robot to destroy Fredersen's empire and take his revenge.

Determined to rescue Maria and stop Doctor Rotwang's plan, Sol Vir flew into action. He used his super strength to break into the scientist's laboratory and confront him, but he soon found himself face to face with the formidable Futura. The robot had been programmed to incite a rebellion among the workers in the catacombs, who were fed up with their oppressed lives and yearned for a better future. Futura was urging them to rise up and overthrow the upper-class in the most violent and destructive way possible.

Sol Vir knew he had to stop the robot and save Maria before it was too late. He fought bravely against Futura, using his elemental vision to disrupt the robot's systems and disable it. As the two clashed, the laboratory shook and sparks flew. Sol Vir was determined to emerge victorious and protect the innocent, no matter the cost.

The showdown between Sol Vir and Futura was intense and action-packed, as the two foes fought tooth and nail. Sol Vir used every ounce of his super strength and elemental vision to try and defeat the robot, but it seemed that Futura was too powerful. Just when all hope seemed lost, Maria came to Sol Vir's aid, using her quick thinking and resourcefulness to short circuit the robot and disable it once and for all.

In the end, Sol Vir and Maria emerged victorious. The rebellion was thwarted and justice was served. The people of Metropolis were grateful for their heroism, and Sol Vir knew that he had lived up to the values of truth, justice, and the American way that had been instilled in him by his adoptive parents. He flew off into the sunset with Maria by his side, ready to continue fighting for justice and protecting the innocent wherever they were needed. The end.

Bellathor vs Doctor Rotwang

Bellathor was a compassionate and brutal warrior from a mythical island of warrior women. She had been forced into exile when she fell in love with a man from the city of Metropolis, and she left her home hoping to start a new life with him.

But when she arrived in Metropolis, Bellathor's lover betrayed her and used her own magical lasso against her to enslave her, forcing her to work in the dark catacombs beneath the city.

As a slave, Bellathor was determined to find a way to escape her oppression and reclaim her freedom. But she also struggled with feelings of guilt and shame for falling for a man who had used and manipulated her.

So when she heard about the mysterious disappearance of Maria, a woman who had been taken by the mad scientist Doctor Rotwang, Bellathor knew that she had to investigate. She hoped that by saving Maria, she could also redeem herself and prove her worth as a warrior.

Bellathor soon discovered that Doctor Rotwang had a twisted plan to give his robot, Futura, the appearance of Maria in order to use the robot to destroy the empire of Joh Fredersen, who had wronged him in the past.

Determined to stop Doctor Rotwang and save Maria, Bellathor set out to confront him. She fought her way through the city, using all of her warrior skills and magical powers to overcome the obstacles in her path. Along the way, she encountered a vibrant and diverse cast of characters, each with their own struggles and motivations.

As she made her way through the winding streets and towering skyscrapers of Metropolis, Bellathor couldn't help but be awestruck by the city's beauty and grandeur. But she also saw the harsh realities of life for the city's lower class, who were oppressed and exploited by the wealthy elite.

When Bellathor finally reached Doctor Rotwang's laboratory, she found that the robot Futura had already been activated. Futura was a formidable opponent, but Bellathor was not about to give up. She engaged the robot in a fierce battle, using all of her strength and cunning to defeat it.

As the two warriors clashed, the city shook with the force of their blows. Bellathor's sword sang through the air as she struck at Futura with all her might, determined to stop the robot's rampage and save Maria.

In the end, Bellathor emerged victorious. She had saved Maria and thwarted Doctor Rotwang's plans, and she was hailed as a hero throughout the city.

But Bellathor's troubles were far from over. Futura had rallied the workers of the catacombs to rebel against the upper-class, and the city was on the brink of destruction. With her warrior spirit and her unbreakable will, Bellathor led the charge to stop the rebellion and restore peace to Metropolis.

As she fought alongside the workers, Bellathor came to understand their struggles and their desire for freedom. She saw that the real enemy was not the robot Futura, but the systemic injustice and inequality that had driven the workers to rebellion.

In the end, Bellathor and her allies were able to defeat Futura and bring an end to the rebellion. But more importantly, they were able to inspire the people of Metropolis to come together and work towards a more just and equitable society.

Bellathor remained a compassionate and fierce warrior, fighting for justice and freedom for all. She had finally found her true home and her true purpose in the city of Metropolis, and she knew that she would never give up the fight for a better world.

Behind The Scenes: Story Prompts Used For ChatGPT

Umbra Inquisitor vs Doctor Rotwang

Rewrite the story of the 1927 film Metropolis as a 500 word short story told from the perspective of a dark and brooding vigilante detective named Umbra Inquisitor who is investigating the disappearance of Maria after she was taken by Doctor Rotwang. This story should be accessible and appealing to general audiences, whether or not they are actually familiar with the original story of Metropolis. Doctor Rotwang's motivations for kidnapping Maria should be clear (Doctor Rotwang wants to give his robot Maria's appearance so that he can use the robot to destroy the empire of Joh Fredersen, to get revenge on him for stealing the woman of his dreams many years ago), and his robot duplicate of Maria (Futura) should ultimately be the main antagonist of the story as it rallies the workers of the catacombs to rebel against the upper-class in the most violent and destructive way possible.

Sol Vir vs Doctor Rotwang

Rewrite the story of the 1927 film Metropolis as a 500 word short story told from the perspective of a heroic, brave, and honest superhero named Sol Vir who is investigating the disappearance of Maria after she was taken by Doctor Rotwang. Sol Vir is a young alien, whose spaceship crash landed on Earth. Stranded on a foreign world, Sol Vir was adopted and raised by an honest couple working in the catacombs. This couple taught Sol Vir to believe in truth, justice, and the American way. Sol Vir possesses a number of incredible superpowers. Flight, super strength, elemental vision, and more are in his super powered arsenal.This story should be accessible and appealing to general audiences, whether or not they are actually familiar with the original story of Metropolis. Doctor Rotwang's motivations for kidnapping Maria should be clear (Doctor Rotwang wants to give his robot Maria's appearance so that he can use the robot to destroy the empire of Joh Fredersen, to get revenge on him for stealing the woman of his dreams many years ago), and his robot duplicate of Maria (Futura) should ultimately be the main antagonist of the story as it rallies the workers of the catacombs to rebel against the upper-class in the most violent and destructive way possible.

Bellathor vs Doctor Rotwang

Rewrite the story of the 1927 film Metropolis as a 500 word short story told from the perspective of a compassionate and brutal warrior turned slave named Bellathor who is investigating the disappearance of Maria after she was taken by Doctor Rotwang. Bellathor is from a mythical island of warrior women. She was exiled from her home when she fell in love with a man from Metropolis who had sneaked onto the island. Bellathor moved to Metropolis believing that she would live happily ever after, but instead she was manipulated by her lover who used her own magical lasso against her to enslave her and force her to work in the catacombs. This story should be accessible and appealing to general audiences, whether or not they are actually familiar with the original story of Metropolis. Doctor Rotwang's motivations for kidnapping Maria should be clear (Doctor Rotwang wants to give his robot Maria's appearance so that he can use the robot to destroy the empire of Joh Fredersen, to get revenge on him for stealing the woman of his dreams many years ago), and his robot duplicate of Maria (Futura) should ultimately be the main antagonist of the story as it rallies the workers of the catacombs to rebel against the upper-class in the most violent and destructive way possible.

Behind The Scenes: Art Prompts Used For Avyn

Umbra Inquisitor

Futuristic dark brooding vigilante detective, colorful photorealistic headshot

Sol Vir

Futuristic young powerful strong patriotic honest hopeful smiling male alien hero, colorful photorealistic headshot

Bellathor

Futuristic magical compassionate warrior slave woman, colorful photorealistic headshot

Behind The Scenes Of "A Quick Peek Into The Universe Of The Seer"

About

This is a behind the scenes look at  "A Quick Peek Into The Universe Of The Seer".

This post will explore what tools were used to create the original post and what inspired the creation of the original post.

This post was actually requested by Slayerun on YouTube.

You can read the original post, "A Quick Peek Into The Universe Of The Seer", at the following URL: https://jetblackrlshpublishing.blogspot.com/2022/12/a-quick-peek-into-universe-of-seer.html

What Tools Were Used To Create The Original Post?

All text was generated using Chat GPT.

You can check out Chat GPT at the following site: https://chat.openai.com/chat

All images were generated using Avyn (which uses Stable Diffusion 2).

You can check out Avyn at the following site: http://avyn.com/

What inspired The Original Post?

The character Christopher Reeds takes some inspiration from the author in terms of interests and occupation.

Christopher Reed's powers are actually inspired by the author's performance in the IONS Institute Psi Arcade and on the IONS Institute Noetic Signature Inventory Survey.

The IONS institute is a self-proclaimed scientific research institute that studies psychic abilities.

Here are the author's results form the IONS Institute:

These results indicate that the author supposedly has an aptitude for precognition, clairvoyance, and manifestation.

Regardless of whether or not any of that is true, the results inspired the author to come up with the character Christopher Reeds aka The Seer.

Christopher Reed's antagonist "The Creator" was actually inspired by villains like Rita Repulsa and Hawk Moth, who create and control other villains to fight the hero rather than fighting the hero directly.

A lot of Christopher Reed's supporting cast and equipment take inspiration from Batman.

He has a super car like the Batmobile, a super pet like Ace, a sidekick like Robin, a femme fatale like Catwoman, a gadget guy like Alfred, an underground base like the Batcave, etc.

I wanted to really flesh out Christopher Reed's universe to make him feel like a well-established character with an expansive history right out of the gate. 

Christopher Reed's favorite gadget is the Seer's Star, which functionally works similarly to the Sparking Blast mechanic from Dragon Ball Fighter Z.

It boosts all of his powers and abilities, but it is only meant to be used when he is in dire straights.

The Seer's Star also shares similarities to a form of experimental technology, that was developed by Robert Pavlita during the Cold War, called psychotronic generators.

Psychotronic generators, just like the Seer's Star, were meant to give the user psychic abilities.

In Christopher Reed's case the Seer's Star boosts his existing psychic abilities, rather than granting him new ones.

I think it is fair to say that the Seer's Star took inspiration from both Dragon Ball Fighter Z and psychotronic generators.

Trouble In Treasureville - AI Generated Superhero Origin Story (Made With ChatGPT)

 

Trouble In Treasureville

Story

In the small tourist town of Treasureville, there lived a young man named Radd Jones. Radd was a curious and adventurous person who loved nothing more than exploring the ancient ruins that surrounded the town and discovering their many hidden treasures that had been lost to time.

But one day, Radd's peaceful town was threatened by a group of barbarian-like mercenaries who had been hired by a rival tourist town to raze and pillage Treasureville. The mercenaries were a fearsome force, and if they weren't stopped soon, the entire town would be burned to the ground.

Determined to protect his home, Radd set out to find a way to defeat the mercenaries. He searched high and low through the ruins, looking for any clue that might help him in his quest.

And then, one day, he stumbled upon something truly extraordinary: a magic crystal that was hidden in the depths of an ancient temple. The crystal was glowing with an otherworldly energy, and as Radd touched it, he felt a surge of power coursing through his veins.

Radd had no idea what this crystal was for, but he knew that it was connected to his destiny. And so, he set out to learn more about it, determined to unlock its full potential.

As he returned to Treasureville, Radd saw that the mercenaries had arrived in town, wreaking havoc and causing destruction wherever they went. His heart filled with rage and a sense of civic duty, Radd knew that he had to act.

With the power of the magic crystal flowing through his veins, Radd engaged the mercenaries in a fierce battle. His new abilities gave him strength and speed beyond his wildest dreams, and he was able to fight them off with ease.

But the mercenaries were no ordinary foes, and they refused to go down without a fight. They fought Radd with all their might, using every dirty trick in the book to try and defeat him.

The battle raged on for what seemed like an eternity, with Radd and the mercenaries locked in a desperate struggle for survival. But in the end, it was Radd who emerged victorious, thanks to his quick thinking and clever strategy.

As he stood victorious over the vanquished mercenaries, Radd was filled with a sense of pride and accomplishment. He had saved his town, and he had discovered a new, powerful weapon in the magic crystal.

But Radd's journey was far from over. As he set out to explore the ruins and learn more about the magic crystal, he saw a vision of a golden surfboard and a mysterious library hidden somewhere in the surrounding ruins. He knew in his heart that these things were connected to his destiny, and he set out on an adventure to find them.

And so, John became a hero of legend, traveling through the ruins of ancient temples and libraries, searching for the mysterious golden surfboard and the secrets it held.

Behind The Scenes: Outline Used To Create This Story Using ChatGPT

[NOTE: The outline uses the name "John Smith" as the name of the main character, but I decided to change it to Radd Jones (taking inspiration from both Silver Surfer and Indiana Jones)]

Write a superhero fantasy story based on the following criteria.

Setting: The small tourist town of Treasureville. Treasureville is surrounded by the ruins of ancient temples and libraries of mythical texts, making it a popular tourist attraction for fans of magical history. 

Main Character: John Smith is a citizen of Treasureville who loves to explore the ruins that surround the town and discover their many hidden treasures that have been lost to time.

Antagonist: A gang of barbarian-like mercenaries that have been hired by a rival tourist town to raze and pillage Treasureville.

Conflict: The mercenary gang is raiding Treasureville. If they aren't stopped soon, the entire town will be burned to the ground.

Resolution: John Smith finds a magic crystal in the ruins of an ancient temple. When he returns to town and sees the attacking mercenaries, he is filled with rage and pushed into action by a sense of civic duty. His passion unlocks the power of the magic crystal, augmenting his abilities and showing him visions of a golden surfboard and a mysterious library located somewhere in the surrounding ruins. Using his newfound abilities, John defeats the mercenary gang and sets off on an adventure to find the library that he saw in his vision in order to learn more about the mysterious golden surfboard. He can feel in his heart that the Golden Board is something that he is destined to find.

Make sure to make the final battle scene suspenseful and explain the strategy used by the winner of the battle.

Behind The Scenes: The Prompt Used To Generate The Art Using Avyn (Stable Diffusion)

Heroic charming smiling young masked explorer with glowing eyes wearing a fedora with a crystal embedded in his hat, colorful photorealistic headshot inspired by Masked Super Cosmic God Indiana Jones with ethereal glowing eyes and a crystal embedded in his forehead

Behind The Scenes: Inspiration

This story is a part of a much larger story that I am working on. An important part of this larger story is the Golden Board. I don't want to spoil too much about the story, as you will be seeing more parts of this larger story unfold over the next few days.

The name of the main character of this story takes inspiration from both Indiana Jones and the Silver Surfer. I decided to give him Indiana Jones' last name, because like Indiana Jones he has an adventurous spirit and spends a lot of his time exploring ancient temples and ruins. I decided to make his first name the last name of Silver Surfer for a couple different reasons.

The first reason is because Radd is just a pretty rad name. The second reason is because he is meant to be my version of a Silver Surfer style character.  This story is meant to be the origin of Radd Jones, explaining how he became a hero before he ever found the Golden Board and eventually became the Golden Rider.

 

Behind The Scenes Of "Supergod vs The Seeker: Gaia and The Cosmic Seed"

About

This is a behind the scenes look at "Supergod vs The Seeker: Gaia and The Cosmic Seed ".

This will breakdown what tools were used to construct the story, the story construction process, and what inspired the creation of the story in the first place.

AI Tools Used

Stable Diffusion Art Generation: http://avyn.com/

Text Generation: https://chat.openai.com/chat

How Was The Story Constructed

The story was created chapter by chapter using Chat GPT.

This is the general framework I use for creating stories using Chat GPT:

"Write a superhero fantasy story based on the following criteria.

Setting:

Main Character:

Antagonist:

Conflict:

Resolution:

Make sure to make the final battle scene suspenseful and explain the strategy used by the winner of the battle."

This framework is incredibly useful for getting the AI to generate a fully written short story based on a particular outline.

I originally wanted to create the entire story with a single outline, but too much needed to happen to tell the full story in a single generation.

This is why I decided to create the story chapter by chapter.

This resulted in me deciding to expand the story even further to better connect each chapter and explore concepts that were otherwise glossed over or simply didn't exist in the original outline.

My Inspiration

I learned about a story line from DC Comics' 2008-2009 "Trinity" series, about how Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman became gods.

I wanted to read the story line for myself, only to quickly realize that said story line was incredibly long and was not the sole focus of the series.

I skipped around a little bit and I believe that I got the gist of what was happening, but I wished that there was a more condensed version of the story that I could easily read in one sitting.

That was my initial goal for this story, but of course that idea continued to evolve as I began working on the story and kept fleshing it out with more details.

The first chapter of the story is somewhat inspired by "JLA/Avengers", as our protagonists seal away The Seeker in the Cosmic Seed just as Krona was sealed away in the Cosmic Egg in "JLA/Avengers".

In the "Trinity" series: Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman aren't fused together into a singular divine being by a magic ring. 

I was actually inspired to fuse my characters into a singular god by DC Comics' 2022 "World's Finest" run, which features Batman and Superman fusing together using the power of Green Lantern's ring.

I wanted to take this concept a step further by having three characters fused by the power of the ring, rather than two.

Technically the fusion from "World's Finest" already has attributes of three characters since the Batman/Superman fusion is wielding a green lantern ring, so throwing another character into the mix essentially leads to a four-way fusion.

This four-way fusion concept is the basis of what Supergod is.

A lot of details about who Night Siren is ended up being left out of the final story, but that character was originally meant to be a Nightwing inspired character who was adopted by Rex and trained by all of the heroes that make up Supergod.

Maybe one day I'll go back and add an additional chapter about Night Siren's past, because she is a very interesting character.

I could even do something similar with Genie Guardian, maybe showing his battle with the demon before he gets possessed.