Sunday, December 31, 2006

1. The Planet Pluto

Pluto is a small planet compared to Earth. Its radius is just approximately 18% of that of Earth's and it is only about 0.2% of Earth's mass.

Pluto is made up of 98% solid nitrogen which turns into gaseous form whenever Pluto faces the sun. Despite these conditions, the planet of Pluto has still been conquered by the might and wisdom of Hoo Ah-a+50'o'+e. Under his instructions and supervision, precise engineers have built a huge, elastic glass-like dome entirely across the surface of the nitrogen-filled planet, trapping the nitrogen inside. Not only that, they have used special equipment to expel all traces of rocks and debris from the planet centre. While it looked brownish with solid methane and all the rocks, all these have been cleared out, leaving Pluto with a flawless blue core like a humungous crystal ball. Besides that, bioscientists and engineers have also managed to create a self-sustainable atmosphere and environment, with glorious flora and fauna brought in from everywhere.

It was on this solid surface where the first civilisation on Pluto was built. Very quickly, cities and civilisations spread to the ends of the round, smooth planet on these layers of semi-transparent material.

The sparkles of the blue crystals of nitrogen ice and occasional clouds of nitrogen currents from under the ground have also gave the planet a mysterious feel, occasionally casting faint blue hues on everything. The sky when not obscured by clouds, extended all the way into space, giving the citizens a superb view of everything, including the nearby moon of Charon. Charon is only about 20,000km away from Pluto, and revolves around Pluto at the same rate as Pluto rotates about its axis, hence making it seem as if it was attached to Pluto in some sense.

Within a few years, technology has improved tremendously, and great, unexpected advancements in the mysterious realm of magic have been achieved. Many people born on this planet had the gift of great intelligence, and even some magical abilities. Besides that, the lifespan of the Plutonians have also increased by leaps and bounds. It's just as if the planet grants health and magic on people who simply stay on it.

It's there, when the legendary medieval magic was relived once more. It's there, when both new and ancient magic was studied, and taught to the younger ones. It's there where people gain self-awareness. It's there, where spectacular wars were waged and won against invading aliens.

Coincidentally, it's also where our story begins...

Saturday, December 30, 2006

2. The Occasion

Evening time..

The majestic hall was packed with endless rows of beautifully crafted chairs, with a long stretch of red carpet dividing the enormous hall exactly into two. The hall was a splendid sight - bright magical illumination from the high glass ceiling, as well as the eight spires of huge glowing crystals spanned across the hall, lit up the entire great hall with a mystical hue. At the end of the hall was a masterfully decorated platform where a grand throne sits. The splendourous throne, glistening in gold and radiant colours of magical crystals, marked the centre of attention of everyone.

This special throne was magically crafted by many magicians, and have been the symbol of power in Pluto for many years. Made from the most pure and of best quality materials, its glory shone through out the whole hall. It was a spacious seat layered by thick cushioning, with wide, extensive hand rests. On the tip of the left hand rest, was a small circle of green gems - the state of the art, anti-gravity drink stabaliser. Using Pluto magic, these small crystals can balance any container and hover it just inches above the crystals. On the right hand rest lay a small red movement sensor. When it senses the king's hand above it, the silver surface would slide open to reveal a set of controls underneath it. These controls were for many operations related to the grandeur seat, such as hover movement, massaging, shields, teleportation etc. Moreover, it had an elevated foot rest attached to it below, and a head rest made specifically to fit the king's head. On the sides of the seat, there were magnificient sculptures and carvings, crafted by the finest artists of Pluto...

The entire place was fully packed with people, with thousands stuck outside the gates, fighting furiously with one another to get themselves as close to the entrance to the hall as possible. Inside the hall, millions of guests and VIPs were seated, excitedly waiting for the arrival of the king, and inside along with hundreds of ushers guiding their guests to their seats. The VIPs come almost from everywhere - cabinet ministers, ministry heads, cheif magicians, sorcerors and warriors, and even with greater VIPs from other planets...

On the background, the best musical pieces of Pluto that had been playing softly in the hall increased steadily in volume to signal the people to quieten down. As the people got themselves settled down, the magical powers of the ambience music caused a light tingling sensation of pleasure to course through their bodies, relaxing their senses and making them feel really comfortable for the occasion...

Soon, the ceremony was about to begin...

Friday, December 29, 2006

3. Arrival of the King

The music gradually faded, and the lights got dimmer and dimmer... Suddenly, a bright spotlight mystically appeared on the side of the throne, forming a shaft of light illuminating nothing on the stage. As some of the guests began to wonder, magic dust swirled around the light column and the image of a well-groomed sorcerer started to form. The host for the day has arrived.

"Ladies and gentlemen, friends and fellow Plutonians, I am honoured to be your host for today's splendid occasion. Without further ado, let us rise and welcome our King, President Hoo Ah-Mooe!"

As the congregation stood up and applauded, the first column of light slowly faded off, and another beam of spotlight, a much brighter and a more powerful one, illuminating the empty throne. With a dazzling flash of light, the King slowly descended down the vertical shaft of light, while the crowds exploded in applause. Dressed in the most royal robes, wearing the King's glorious crown, and with a caduceus on his hand he waved in response at the thosands of people.

Adjusting one of the numerous big glowing rings he was wearing, he stopped his descent and hovered about the stage, and started parading around the stage, waving to thank all who have come for today's huge event. And showing all of his glory and riches, especially the precious Pluto amulet of charm, the legendary amulet with powerful magical powers. His mirrored boots reflected light all around the hall as he finally ended his descent at the centre of the stage, just beside the throne. Beside the throne, a big spacious toddler's bed apparated, with a confused baby lying in it, looking around in wonder...

"Please be seated..." said the President, as he began to take his seat.

Thursday, December 28, 2006

4. The Kingly Speech

"Dear friends and fellow Plutonians... I, Hoo Ah-mooe, personally thank you for attending this joyous event today... I thank you that you are here to rejoice with me, as today, it is indeed a day of great joy, especially to see so many friends of mine turning up for this ceremony..." said Ah-mooe as he opened the ceremony...

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After bragging about the history and successes of their ancestors, where a huge percentage of congregation are falling asleep, then finally...

"... and so, today, you are here to witness... the birth of greater wisdom... security. prosperity... and hope... As today, this is the day... our next president, our great leader, our future, my son, Hoo Ah-moe, is born!" All the people suddenly became awoke, and stood up in unison, screamed, shouted and cheered on loudly as Hoo Ah-mooe, father of Ah-moe, lifted up baby Ah-moe high with both of his hands. Applause and cheers rang out even louder than before.

The cheers and applauses continued on for minutes before it died down. Everyone was so excited about the news of Ah-moe's birth. After the cheers and applause died down, the ceremony resumed as President Ah-mooe cleared his throat to speak...

Wednesday, December 27, 2006

5. The Three Blessings

President Ah-mooe stood back, and got himself seated back on the throne... Then, the magical beam of spotlight found the host again...

"Now, we shall move on to the second part of the ceremony, which is the bestowing of blessings. I'm sure all of you are aware of the rule that all newborns would be bestowed with 3 special gifts by 3 friends of the family. I believe this has been everyone's common topic at all times for the past few weeks, discussing the magicians who are, and what are the 3 possible blessings that our magicians will give to Ah-moe... But without further ado, let us invite our first magician for the night up on stage right now to bestow the blessings to baby Ah-moe!"

Applause filled the entire hall once again as the first magician made his way to the stage...

Tuesday, December 26, 2006

6. The First Blessing

Dressed in shiny blue robes, the first magician wasted no time.

"Mmm... Mmm... Mmm..." The magician began to chant, and performed all sorts of unintelligible patterns using his mystical wand. Then, he stopped suddenly and his booming voice filled the hall.

"Ah-moe, I see in you a great potential... a tremendous potential in you... Now, I hereby... I bless you with this gift... of brightness! You shall be like a shining star, a light in the midst of darkness, a leader of people... So now, this is my first gift, the GIFT... OF... BRIGHTNESS!"

Ah-moe's body gradually started to glow, showing that the blessing had already came upon him. Surprisingly, his forehead glowed the brightest, as if he was revealing that he was truly indeed of great wisdom.