BXBX NOVEL Chapter 24: Reactions
Chapter 24: Reactions
Concurrently, the Climber Association, recognizing the gravity of the event, acted swiftly, sending the test result footage to key global entities.
This distribution list included the foremost guilds and, crucially, the Church of Gemini, the bastion of faith that had long heralded the emergence of a divine champion.
The Climber Association's intent behind sharing the footage was to inform and prepare the institutions most deeply intertwined with the lore and prophecy of the Gemini for the emergence of the champion.
However, the modern world's intricate web of digital communication did not work in ways that they intended, as the critical tape that was meant to be protected as top secret was leaked to the open web for all to see.
Despite all intentions for a controlled release, with the video escaping into the wild expanse of the internet, one could only speculate that the breach was made by a devout insider who must have felt compelled to share the miraculous occurrence or the cunning work of digital activists determined to expose this groundbreaking event to the masses to promote chaos.
Naturally, The leak ignited a wildfire of public attention, sparking a massive uproar across digital platforms worldwide, buzzing with an electrifying intensity unmatched by any previous event.
News of the marked champion, the first ever to bear the divine tattoo of Gemini, cascaded through social media platforms, discussion forums, and news outlets with viral ferocity.
Within minutes of the announcement, #GeminiChampion and #Rocky'sMark surged to the top of global trending topics.
Images of the sizzling tattoo, captured in the moments following the test, were shared and re-shared, each iteration accompanied by captions ranging from awe-struck veneration to skeptical analysis.
Memes proliferated, some hailing Rocky as the messiah of the digital age, others humorously juxtaposing his situation with pop culture references, yet all contributing to the digital tapestry of a world captivated by a single event.
On one popular platform, a thread titled "The Dawn of the Gemini Champion: Fact or Fiction?" attracted thousands of comments within the first hour. "This is what we've been waiting for," wrote one user, their message echoing the sentiments of countless others who believed in the ancient prophecies.
Skeptics pushed back, questioning the authenticity of the tattoo and the circumstances surrounding its revelation. "CGI has come a long way," a doubter posted, only to be met with counter arguments detailing the credibility of the Climber Association and the integrity of the testing process.
Streaming platforms saw an unprecedented spike in viewership as influencers and content creators went live to discuss the news. Experts in mythology, religion, and science were invited to weigh in, offering their perspectives on the implications of Rocky's emergence.
Some saw it as a beacon of hope, a sign that humanity was on the cusp of a new era. Others warned of the potential for conflict, citing historical instances where divine intervention was interpreted as a call to arms.
The religious communities across the globe entered a state of fervent activity.
Services were hastily organized, with leaders of the Gemini faith leading congregations in prayers of thanks and devotion.
The symbol of Gemini, already an extremely unique emblem, found new reverence among the faithful with pilgrimages to sites deemed sacred in the lore of the Gemini brothers witnessing a sharp increase in attendees with each individual seeking to draw nearer to the divine in the wake of Rocky's branding.
Among the global reactions, perhaps the most poignant were those from the youth. Schools and universities became arenas for animated discussions, with students debating not just the implications of Rocky's marking but also what it meant for their future. For many young people, the champion's emergence was not just a religious or cultural milestone; it was a sign that their generation was destined for greatness, that they too could be part of a story far greater than themselves.
As the digital sphere continued to pulse with activity, it became clear that Rocky's awakening was more than just a singular event; it was a catalyst for a global renaissance of thought, belief, and possibility.
The world had been irrevocably changed, and at the heart of this transformation was a young man who remained unconscious under the care of the best healers of country X.
Yet, amid the celebration of digital voices, a more sinister undercurrent also began to emerge. Conspiracy theorists and doomsday predictors latched onto the narrative, spinning tales of impending disaster and manipulation by unseen forces. Their dark predictions spread through the underbelly of the internet, gaining traction among those inclined towards distrust and fear.
As the sun set on a day that would be etched in history, the world lay in anticipation. Rocky's awakening had opened the floodgates to a sea of potential futures, each more uncertain than the last.
The digital sphere, having played its part in broadcasting this moment to every corner of the Earth, now waited, along with the rest of humanity, for Rocky to awake and his story taking the next turn.
As of yet, only the video of him being branded as the champion was making the rounds, however, the news of his talent rating was still a secret.
Only Gemini knew what chaos would brew across the world, if only his SSS talent was also revealed.