Baskadia

Raphael's seventeenth birthday had finally arrived, and while most teenagers would be excited for the festivities and presents, Raphael couldn't shake off the feeling of restlessness that had plagued him for weeks. As he lay in bed, he found himself tossing and turning, unable to find any semblance of sleep.

Just as the first rays of dawn began to peek through the window, Raphael finally succumbed to exhaustion and drifted into a deep slumber. It was then that a vivid dream took hold of his senses, transporting him to a realm of myth and magic.

In his dream, Raphael found himself standing in a vast field, bathed in the golden glow of a setting sun. Before him stood a radiant woman, her fiery hair cascading around her shoulders. Her eyes sparkled with an otherworldly light, and Raphael could feel an inexplicable warmth emanating from her presence.

"Hestia," he whispered, his voice barely audible in the dreamlike atmosphere.

The woman, who introduced herself as Hestia, smiled gently and spoke in a voice that seemed to reverberate deep within Raphael's soul. "Raphael, my dear child, you have been chosen. Chosen to fulfill an ancient destiny as the Virgo knight."

Raphael's mind swirled with confusion and disbelief. "But...but why me? I'm just an ordinary teenager. What could I possibly have to do with knights and destinies?"

Hestia's smile remained unwavering. "You have been chosen because of your unique qualities, Raphael. Your compassion, your quick wit, and your unwavering determination. You possess the qualities necessary to protect and guide others."

As Hestia spoke, Raphael's skepticism began to waver, replaced with a growing sense of curiosity and purpose. He listened intently as Hestia explained that he was not alone in this journey. There were eleven other knights, each chosen by different gods and goddesses, all with their own set of unique powers and responsibilities.

The dream shifted, and Raphael found himself surrounded by a group of diverse individuals, each radiating their own aura of power and determination. Among them was a girl who caught his eye. She stood tall and graceful, her features illuminated by a soft glow. Raphael felt an inexplicable connection to her, as if he had known her for lifetimes.

The girl, the Libra knight, smiled warmly at Raphael, her eyes filled with recognition. Raphael's fascination with her grew, and a feeling of destiny and connection bloomed within his chest.

As Raphael's dream came to an end, Hestia made one final promise, a reward from the Greek gods for the knights who successfully completed their mission. It was a reward shrouded in mystery, but one that held the potential to change Raphael's life forever.

Awakening from his dream, Raphael's mind buzzed with thoughts and questions. Was this all just a figment of his imagination? Or was it a glimpse into a world that existed alongside his own?

Determined to find answers, Raphael made a resolve to embrace his role as the Virgo knight. He would train, hone his skills, and face whatever challenges lay ahead.

Little did he know that his journey was just beginning, and that the stars had aligned to lead him onto a path far beyond his wildest dreams.