The Transformation

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A quiet unassuming girl was visited by an intimidating specter. The specter told her not to be afraid, but listen to her advice. “I’m going to transport you into the future where you will accomplish many things, defeat an evil king, and become a leader. The tools you will need will be provided. All you need is determination and using your inner strength. I tried and failed and as you can see, I am no longer human.”

Suddenly the specter disappeared and the girl felt a strange occupation of her being. She fainted and woke up in a different world. Looking down at herself, she had muscles, her hair was long and waving. Her dress had been replaced by leathers and boots and she had weapons on her sides. A breeze surrounded her and images of stone structures and horses appeared. By her side a man dressed in a helmet and armor sat, seeming sad and defeated.

The man looked up and saw her and a smile came over his weathered face. “Theodora! You’re alive! I’m so glad to see you! We looked everywhere and it seemed you disappeared, or worse, were captured. With you leading us again, I think we might have a chance.” Other men dressed in bloody armor started coming up to them. A few bowed or took a knee, uttering “Bellona”. Plans were made and battles fought, but Theodora and her soldiers ended victorious. It seemed her presence urged them on to champion in battle.