Division of Darkness
The obsidian table, now ringed by all eighteen thrones, seemed to pulse with a low, resonant hum. The notebook remained open at the center, the enchanted quill resting still, waiting for its next command.
The silence was not of awkwardness or hesitation—but of anticipation. Power filled the room like fog, thick and watchful. Then the voice returned—calmer than before, but edged with command.
"The Circle is whole. The knowledge is vast. But now comes structure. This is not to be chaos—it is to be doctrine."
"You will divide this guidebook into sections. Each shall be written by one of you, based on your unique philosophy and expertise. Debate. Decide. Vote. And begin."
The voice faded, leaving behind a quill that began scratching a title into the open page:
"The Structure of Evil: Sections of the Villain's Path"
A light flickered above the table. Magical glyphs formed a list in the air, glowing faintly:
📜 Proposed Sections of the Guidebook
The Nature of Villainy
How to Rise: Origins of a Villain
Fear and Influence
Domination and Control
Immortality and Evolution
Deception and Illusion
Power Through Wealth and Resources
Absolute Order and Social Engineering
Conquest and Destruction
Shadow Leadership: Ruling from Behind the Curtain
The Science of Evil
Dark Magic, Arcane Power, and the Occult
Time, Destiny, and Multiversal Mastery
Emotional Manipulation and Mind Control
Building an Empire That Lasts
The Art of Psychological Warfare
Crushing Hope: Erasing Resistance at the Root
How to Ensure Your Legacy is Eternal
A hush settled again. Then, predictably, the first voice rose.
Voldemort leaned forward, fingers steepled.
"I will speak on the first: The Nature of Villainy. No one understands the soul of evil better than I. I have walked the line between life and death and chosen to become more than mortal. I understand what it means to shed morality completely."
Giovanni raised a brow but offered no challenge.
"Then I'll take Power Through Wealth and Resources. Strategy, infrastructure, political leverage. Evil thrives in systems, not just spells."
Orochimaru chuckled, his tongue flicking briefly as he smiled.
"Ah... Immortality and Evolution. Who better to explain the art of transformation?"
Sōsuke Aizen tapped the table once.
"And I shall write Deception and Illusion. I've mastered that craft so thoroughly that even gods could not see through my design."
Big Mom slammed a fist onto the table, rattling the ink well.
"Conquest and Destruction is mine. I've built islands, armies, and a family empire through pure force. Let me show the world how it's done."
White Diamond raised her hand slowly, but her voice was absolute.
"I will take Absolute Order and Social Engineering. I've ruled a system so flawlessly that its members saw control as comfort."
All for One gestured subtly.
"I will claim Domination and Control. There is no villain more versed in the quiet subjugation of generations."
Amara smiled with quiet menace.
"Let me have Crushing Hope. I will teach them how to leave no light, no defiance, and no future."
Kronos's voice echoed softly, like an ancient bell.
"Then I will write Time, Destiny, and Multiversal Mastery. All things answer to time—even gods."
Paradox gave a sly grin.
"Multiversal, hmm? Then I'll co-author it with Kronos. But I will take the lead on How to Ensure Your Legacy is Eternal. That's always been my specialty."
Takuto Tatsunagi nodded, his tone smooth and calm.
"I will take The Art of Psychological Warfare. Influence minds, and you win the war before it begins."
The Professor stood, straightening his gloves.
"Then I shall write Dark Magic, Arcane Power, and the Occult. My knowledge will exceed their understanding—and burn into their souls."
Dr. Klipse scoffed lightly.
"Let me take The Science of Evil. Rational, experimental, remorseless. Let them learn what brilliance looks like."
Vlad Masters smirked from across the table.
"Shadow Leadership, of course. Ruling from Behind the Curtain is what I do best."
Byakuran spun a piece of candy between his fingers.
"I'll take Emotional Manipulation and Mind Control. I've broken entire worlds with just a smile."
Chaor pounded his fist to his chest.
"Give me Fear and Influence. Let them know what it's like to feel helpless before a storm of fury!"
Zenoheld looked over the remaining options, then smiled thinly.
"I'll take Building an Empire That Lasts. Power means nothing if it dies with you."
Finally, King Sombra leaned forward, his eyes gleaming.
"Then I shall take How to Rise: Origins of a Villain. I was born from shadows, risen through pain, and crowned in fear. Who better to teach how a tyrant is born?"
The notebook glowed. The list crystallized in the air. And the voice returned:
"So it is decided. Eighteen authors. Eighteen sections. The path to ultimate villainy shall be written. One chapter at a time."
The council said nothing. They knew the true writing had begun.