Kami no gyakuten:The yamato hero-Chapter 26: The Throne of Yamato

The Colosseum was alive with the sounds of hammering, decorating, and the chatter of excited clan members as the Hikari Clan worked tirelessly to prepare for the upcoming Clan War. Banners were being hung, intricate carvings were being polished, and warriors were reinforcing the battle stage. Every corner of the arena was being transformed into a grand spectacle, worthy of hosting the greatest battles of Yamato.

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Sho and Quinn walked side by side, observing the vast structure of the Colosseum. The towering walls, ancient engravings, and the sheer scale of the battlefield filled them with a sense of awe. It was here that warriors would carve their names into history.

As they wandered through the arena, Sho's attention was suddenly drawn to something unusual. At the highest platform of the Colosseum, nestled between two towering dragon statues, stood a majestic throne. Unlike any seat of power they had ever seen, this throne was made of an unbreakable stone, its surface gleaming with an almost ethereal glow. Massive chains wrapped around its base, binding it in place, as if sealing its power.

But what truly unsettled Sho were the stone warriors standing beside the throne. Their expressions were eerily lifelike, and their hands rested on their weapons as if they were simply waiting for something—or someone—to challenge them.

Quinn noticed Sho's gaze and followed it, his eyes widening. "What is that throne? And why does it feel... so powerful?"

Sho remained silent, his instincts telling him that this was no ordinary seat. His curiosity growing, he turned to Jun, who was overseeing the preparations nearby. "Jun, what is that throne? And why are those stone soldiers guarding it?"

Jun's expression shifted slightly, his gaze turning toward the throne with a mix of admiration and reverence. "That, Sho, is no ordinary throne. It is called the 'Throne of Yamato.'"

Sho and Quinn exchanged puzzled glances before turning back to Jun. "The Throne of Yamato?" Quinn repeated.

Jun nodded. "Yes. It is a sacred throne, meant for only one person—the one who is deemed the true hero of Yamato. Not just any warrior can sit upon it. Only the strongest, the bravest, and the most worthy can claim that seat. And when they do, their name is etched into history forever."

Sho's curiosity deepened. "How many people have ever sat on that throne?"

Jun's eyes darkened as he crossed his arms. "Only one."

Sho and Quinn's eyes widened in shock. "Only one?!"

Jun nodded. "His name was Lucas. He was the only warrior in all of Yamato's history who managed to sit on that throne. And he earned that right by accomplishing something no other warrior could—defeating the Samodiva Queen."

Sho's breath caught in his throat. The Samodiva Queen—a name that had been whispered in fear for generations. She was believed to be immortal, an untouchable force of destruction. And yet, Lucas had defeated her?

Quinn's voice was filled with disbelief. "Lucas... really defeated her? I thought she was invincible."

Jun let out a small chuckle. "That's what everyone thought. But Lucas proved otherwise. He didn't just defeat her—he destroyed her reign of terror and brought peace to Yamato for many years. After his victory, he was granted the honor of sitting on the Throne of Yamato. And since then, no one else has ever been able to claim that seat."

Sho turned back to the throne, his mind racing. "What happens if someone unworthy tries to sit on it?"

Jun's expression turned serious. "No one knows for sure. But legend has it that the stone warriors will awaken and strike down anyone who dares to claim the throne without proving themselves first."

Sho gulped, feeling a strange unease as he looked at the stone guardians once more. They stood frozen, but now he could almost feel their presence—waiting, watching.

Quinn let out a deep breath. "So this throne isn't just a symbol... it's a test. A challenge for only the greatest of warriors."

Jun nodded. "Exactly. That's why no one approaches it carelessly. The throne stands as a reminder that true power and honor must be earned. And until another warrior rises to its challenge, it will remain empty."

Sho clenched his fists. The idea of becoming strong enough to sit on that throne sent a surge of determination through his body. The path to power was long and dangerous, but if he could one day stand where Lucas once sat, he would know that he had truly surpassed the limits of all warriors before him.

Jun patted Sho and Quinn on the shoulders. "For now, focus on your training and your duties. The Clan War is coming, and that is your first step toward proving yourselves. Don't get lost in legends just yet."

Sho nodded, determination burning in his eyes. "Yeah... you're right. But one day..."

He turned back for one final look at the throne before walking away.

One day, he would be strong enough to challenge the greatest warriors in history.

And when that day came, the Throne of Yamato would no longer remain empty.