ACT 7: B'tuin

The Protector of the Stars

“I used to be weak and scared, now I am brave and strong.”

“Regrets would only chain you.”

“My past and scars made me who I am today.”

Nation: Sigma Asteria

Sex: Male

Birthday: Unknown

B’tuin is a Galaticat from Sigma Asteria. He is the first founder’s limited edition in DEFVERSE cosmos.

B’tuin is the protector of the stars and one of the trusted guardians of Sigma Asteria, home of the three gods in the DEFVERSE cosmos. It is higher than Cedora, and only the gods know its existence. Born with a god’s blood in his veins, he lived his life as a mortal. H was gifted with a long lifespan like his father, the god of Immortality. Still, they didn’t start on good terms, as his memories were filled with being abandoned at a young age. He was left drifting in the endless sea of Neko Sekai with the blue skies gazing at him with hope. Soon enough, he was taken care of by a Mermaid cat. The concern in her now mother gave him the chance to be alive and be with the mermaid clan. His life began its journey in the Hidden City of Agua and became its sworn soldier of defending its nation.

As the god of the underworld continues to spread evil in various lands of Neko Sekai, the three gods were threatened by this unfortunate occurrence. With their last offense in action, they apprised the holy cats of Cedora and left Sigma Asteria in the hands of B’tuin while war transpired in Neko Sekai. If worse comes to worst, the planet shall still be secured from all the chaos from outside. They tried so hard to keep it a secret, but Riz’gath knew all along as this was the reason for his defiance. With the eirians arriving unexpectedly, the cats were left to defend themselves as the creators were nowhere to be found.

THE DANGER APPROACHES

B’tuin was already born with a gift enough for him to outstand cats his age. Although his childhood was not a smooth sailing one in the Hidden City of Agua, his foster parents still took great care of him and raised him to be a responsible mermaid warrior. Still, being an adopted stranger in the mermaid clan has made him susceptible to coercion by the local children. Dismissing their slanders, he gave his all to show the appreciation that they solely deserved for accepting him as part of the family. When an allegiance was assembled, he was tasked with an urgent mission; they were to leave alongside his comrades and meet up with the holy cats of Cedora. In their journey, mermaid warriors were given a particular device that would help them breathe on land; however, confused as he is, it was unnecessary for him since he could breathe properly even without it.

When they saw the gates of Cedora get closer, the mermaid warriors ascended from the seas of Agua and were escorted by the holy cats. Everyone was amazed beyond belief as they witnessed the beauty and extravagance of Cedora. However, before it all even began, havoc was triggered by the infamous hellcats. In the middle of allegiance, an unforeseen turn of events was ambushed by the unwanted visitor, and bloodshed of the innocent scattered in that holy land. Many of the mermaid warriors died as he watched his comrades perish before his eyes. He was the only one left alive and unscathed.

When they saw the gates of Cedora get closer, the mermaid warriors ascended from the seas of Agua and were escorted by the holy cats. Everyone was amazed beyond belief as they witnessed the beauty and extravagance of Cedora. However, before it all even began, havoc was triggered by the infamous hellcats. In the middle of allegiance, an unforeseen turn of events was ambushed by the unwanted visitor, and bloodshed of the innocent scattered in that holy land. Many of the mermaid warriors died as he watched his comrades perish before his eyes. He was the only one left alive and unscathed.

THE CALLING OF B’TUIN

Witnessing his friends’ tragic demise and being unable to do anything had disturbed B’tuin’s mind. In a blink of his eyes, the people he treasured so much had breathed their last, leaving him wandering in the possibilities he could have done. The memories still haunt him to this day; if fear didn’t consume his thoughts, he could have saved them; however, what’s done has been done, no matter how many regrets fill his mind all day will not change the fact that he was weak and a coward. He was left with no choice but to accept the painful truth as it was the only way to atone for his sins and shortcomings.

Gaining his final strength of coming home, unfortunate news to relay at the clan, was his most terrifying nightmare to face. His heart clenched in agony while he saw families, friends and lovers alike grieve for their comrades who had lost their lives in battle. B’tuin was ashamed of himself; he couldn’t even look in his parents’ eyes and see the disappointment in them. He viewed his life as a dark night sky with no sun to provide the light he greatly yearned for. The flame of hope in his heart had finally doused. However, life still had many things planned for him; a bright light took his attention with a voice calling out to him. He knew how familiar that voice was; unknowingly, he longed for it.

His mind was overflowing with questions; emotions overwhelmed his way of thinking. B’tuin was furious and thrilled at the same; after several years of waiting, he could finally see his biological father up close. Yet, as they say, ‘All things happen at the right time.’ Little did he know behind these turn of events, his whole life had already been planned for something more than he would have anticipated. It was always the unexpected occurrences that struck his vulnerable self. Not given any choice in the upcoming situations, his heart will soon be confined with disappointment and regret.

THE HOMECOMING OF B’TUIN

The time has come for B’tuin to face his past and the father he has yet to meet. Farewells were said to his adoptive parents and others at the mermaid clan. He proceeds with his journey towards the mysterious place the voice told him to go to, yet a strange feeling engulfs him as he suddenly loses consciousness. He felt his body drifting into the wind that it lifted him high unto the sky. His one last thought was the excitement of having to experience the embrace of his true parents even if he did not know them; his heart still beats louder for the chance to come.

The moment B’tuin woke up from his slumber, he was greeted by an enormous black gate guarded by men who bowed to him. Oblivious of what was happening, he was given a magical scroll that served as a key inside the mystical place; it is called Sigma Asteria, home of the three gods, hidden from the rest of the cosmos. On his way inside, he was welcomed by an unknown man, wearing a golden robe and holding a floating orb in his hand; he proclaimed himself as the god of Immortality and his father. With his teary eyes, the warmth of his embrace was enough to erase any doubts in his mind; he was finally home.

A few years had passed since B’tuin traveled to Sigma Asteria; he and his father were already on good terms and now accepted the duty of protecting the stars and the land. Once in a while, he would communicate with the other mermaid cats; he has not done enough to satisfy his desire to return the favor. Having to experience the bitterness of the past was a driving force to be better and stronger. The once warrior who was on the verge of giving up has broken free through the shackles of guilt and continues to fight for everyone’s future.

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