Vile Evil Hides Under The Veil
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The Calamity War.

In those tumultuous days, Anfang faced an unprecedented threat from otherworldly invaders who descended upon the realm with malevolent intent.

The denizens of Anfang found themselves engulfed in a desperate struggle for survival, their very existence hanging in the balance.

Amidst the chaos and destruction, Shallot emerged as one of the beacons of hope and strength. Armed with an awakened Elder Seed artifact's awe-inspiring powers, she became a force to be reckoned with, vanquishing countless invaders and turning the tide of battle in favor of her people.

In the heat of battle, Shallot Lancelot displayed her mastery over the artifact's logic-defying abilities, leaving allies and enemies alike astounded by her prowess. She became a symbol of resistance and determination, inspiring courage in the hearts of those who fought alongside her.

As word of Shallot's heroic feats spread throughout Anfang, her name echoed in the hearts of its people, a testament to her unyielding spirit and unwavering resolve. She stood as a living legend, a testament to the power that resided within the artifact.

In the annals of history, Shallot Lancelot, the Sage-ranked warrior of her time, achieved a remarkable feat that echoed through the ages. Armed with the extraordinary powers of her artifact, she single-handedly vanquished a fearsome Titan, a mythical creature of colossal proportions.

This astounding triumph elevated Shallot to the echelons of fame, placing her in the pantheon of renowned legends alongside the likes of the illustrious Eliza Samael.

The tale of her first solo Titan kill earned Shallot the resounding title of "Titan Slayer," a coveted distinction reserved for only the most exceptional entities of the Calamity Era.

Nevertheless, possessing the Elder Seed artifact did not grant Shallot Lancelot invincibility.

Despite wielding the artifact's formidable powers with exceptional skill, she soon discovered her mortality in a fateful encounter with the relentless otherworldly invaders. In a valiant fight to protect her realm, Shallot suffered a grievous injury that proved fatal, leaving the artifact's consciousness to slumber once again.

Shallot's allies, bereft of her innate connection to the artifact, struggled to harness its powers effectively. The once formidable artifact became nothing but a fancy mirror after Shallot's death, seemingly devoid of the legendary powers that had once dwelled within.

As the war against the invaders reached its conclusion, the artifact's significance waned, and it was merely recorded in history as "Shallot's Mirror," without its true essence being known.

Before her untimely demise, Shallot had kept the artifact's true powers a closely guarded secret, revealing nothing to her comrades. To them, it was just another transcendent-grade artifact, one that had seemingly fallen into her possession by chance. As time passed, the artifact spirit slumbered, seemingly forgotten, its potential untapped.

In the prime of her life, Shallot Lancelot harnessed the powers of the Elder Seed Artifact to her advantage, wielding it with prowess on the battlefield during the tumultuous Calamity Era. However, her remarkable achievements were solely attributed to her individual abilities, and the artifact's name remained obscured from fame.

Following Shallot's passing, the artifact found its place within House Lancelot, passing through the hands of generations until it eventually found its way to Baelin's esteemed smithy. In the wake of Shallot's demise, the knowledge of the artifact in question faded from the collective memory of House Lancelot, and its significance was lost to the annals of time.

Despite the curiosity and efforts of some, attempts to comprehend the mirror's true power or transform it into a spiritual artifact yielded no fruit. The elusive artifact, shrouded in mystery, resisted any modifications or destruction attempts.

The secret of the Elder Seed Artifacts lay in their origin, rooted in the enigmatic immortal magic. They bore an essence of immortality, impervious to any harm and not confined to a singular realm. Beyond the constraints of the mortal world, these artifacts held a timeless and boundless nature that surpassed the limitations of ordinary existence.

Faced with the enigmatic properties of Shallot's Mirror and the mystery surrounding its true potential, House Lancelot found no other recourse but to incorporate the artifact in the creation of their spiritual artifacts. Though its complete capabilities remained veiled, the mirror still proved to be a valuable asset in the smithy. Its presence eased the process of crafting spiritual artifacts, granting the creators a harmonious fusion of their craftsmanship.

Through this collaboration, Shallot's Mirror gradually regained a measure of the importance it once held within House Lancelot. Though its full extent remained elusive, its contribution to the art of artifact creation was undeniable. The mirror's aura of antiquity and the immortal magic that coursed within it cast an aura of reverence among the smithy's artisans on a subconscious level. They began to perceive it as more than just an ordinary tool, recognizing it as an enigmatic relic that bore the legacy of their ancestor Shallot Lancelot.

As the spiritual artifacts took shape under the guidance of Shallot's Mirror, their mystical qualities seemed imbued with a touch of the artifact's own profound essence. The smithy became a crucible of artistry and magic, where the mastery of both mundane and otherworldly skills danced in harmony.

The river of time flowed ceaselessly.

Within the confines of Baelin's weaponsmithy, Shallot's Mirror had found a new home, serving as a mere tool for spiritual artifact creation. The weight of its history and the once awe-inspiring consciousness within now lay dormant, tucked away in the smithy, awaiting its next destined wielder.

Little did anyone know that the immortal magic, bound to the artifact's destiny, had already woven a plan for its future. The magic's ancient design would soon whisk the artifact away from the world of Anfang, transporting it to an entirely new realm in search of a worthy successor.

But, before that destined hour arrived, a glimmer of awakening stirred within the artifact. The slumbering artifact spirit felt a faint ripple of consciousness, a hint that someone had managed to awaken it once more. Someone with the power and potential to claim the artifact's legacy as their own.

The artifact spirit remained cautious, intrigued by the prospect of a new bond, yet wary of what the future held. As the awakened consciousness stirred, the artifact spirit's presence pulsed with anticipation, curious to discover the identity of the one who had ignited its dormant powers.

On this particular day, in an ethereal realm shrouded in enigmatic mist and seemingly boundless void, a feeble yet ancient voice trembled with awakening.

"Who... who has awoken me?" The artifact spirit's query echoed, seeking an answer from the mysterious presence that shared this timeless space. It had been an eternity since such a question was posed, and the spirit anticipated a response from the enigmatic figure that now graced its presence.

In response to the spirit's query, a confident voice resonated with authority.

"Hm? It's me, Eren. Your new owner from now on," declared the presence, a sense of purpose ringing in his words.

Surprisingly, the spirit felt no resistance or dissent at this revelation, as if the Shallot's Mirror had been destined for this very encounter from the very beginning.