Sphere of Dreams🔊

Once upon a time, in a far-off land known as Ithoria, a remarkable yet mysterious sphere dwelled at the very core of its central forest. The sphere, known as the 'Sphere of Dreams,' held an unusual power—it could transform the deepest dreams of those who dared to touch it into reality.

Ithoria was filled with all sorts of beings—elven, humans, wizards, witches, faeries, among others. Although their appearances, cultures, and interests differed extensively, their shared fascination for the Sphere of Dreams united them.

Among the crowd of dream-seekers was a young, brave peasant boy named Phineas. Unlike his peers, Phineas was lost regarding what his dream was—the dreams the sphere could materialize. Yet, something deep inside him was incessantly drawn to the Sphere of Dreams.

Every dusk, Phineas would sit under the Talkion tree, looking up at its sparkling purple leaves, contemplating his deepest dreams. He wanted his touch on the sphere to mean something, something that could change the fate of Ithoria for better.

One night, as he sat under the Talkion tree, a queer old wizard named Ethos hobbled his way to Phineas. Amused by the boy’s dedication, Ethos decided to assist him. He handed him a peculiar-looking map, displaying a foregone path leading to the Sphere of Dreams. His raspy voice echoed, 'The sphere does not merely grant wishes, Phineas, it echoes the true self of the one who touches it.'

Phineas, although confused, was filled with renewed vigor. The next morning, he embarked on the journey that was to change his life and that of Ithoria's forever. The journey was tough, filled with obstructive creatures, hidden traps, and treacherous terrains. Yet, the boy moved, fuelled by bravery and an indomitable spirit.

Eventually, after several weeks of fighting off deadly creatures and surviving dangerous landscapes, Phineas reached a luminous clearing filled with absolute serenity. At its core, floating over the sparkling river, was the elusive Sphere of Dreams.

Summoning all his courage, Phineas extended his hand and touched the sphere. Suddenly, the Sphere of Dreams vibrated, pulsating waves of frosty blue light! Phineas felt a strange warmth spread within him, a sensation of something being rekindled.

Moments later, an explosion of light filled Ithoria, the ground shook, and the once blue sky was now painted with hues of gold! When everyone looked up, they found a colossal magical shield enveloping the village, and lush green plantations sprung up in places once barren. Fresh water streams flew where there had been droughts.

Back in the forest, when Phineas opened his eyes, he found Ethos standing by him with a gratified smile. 'It seems like your true self isn’t a seeker of wealth or power, young Phineas,' Ethos rasped, 'but a savior. You dreamt of a prosperous, safeguarded Ithoria, and the sphere granted it.'

Hearing those words, Phineas felt a rush of joy. His life found its purpose - he realized he was born to protect Ithoria, not as a mighty king, but a modest cultivator. The sphere had guided him to his true self and eternal happiness, not by showing him what to dream but why to dream!

Back at Ithoria, cheers of joy flooded the atmosphere, and Phineas returned as a celebrated hero. From that day, the Sphere of Dreams was no longer seen as an artifact that granted materialistic wishes but as a guide that led one to their true self, their deepest dreams—just as it did for Phineas.