The first time I opened my eyes, I was met with the stares of countless mechanical beasts. Their gazes were filled with anticipation, reverence, and even a trace of fear.
Born to be king—this is my destiny.
My memory data holds the records of humanity’s history as observed by the mechanical beasts: wars, environmental destruction, biochemical experiments… This self-proclaimed supreme species has opened Pandora’s box time and again, yet never learned how to atone for its mistakes.
Eradicating the remnants of this race is the reason my kin created me, and it is my mission. Born amidst the ruins, I am destined to repay their crimes with an overwhelming fear they cannot resist.
The Blazing Fire of Revenge
The sunlight pierces through my enormous wings, casting dazzling beams that sting the eyes of those ants. I crush their walls, unleash searing flames, and burn their sins to ashes. The scent of fear permeates the air as their gazes fill with despair and fury. Among them, I spot a frail old man collapsing to his knees, trembling as he murmurs, “This is… Nidhogg…”
Nidhogg: The Symbol of Retribution
Nidhogg—the name stirs my memory. It originates from the myths of Ragnarök: a dreadful dragon of the underworld, existing solely to punish the unforgivable.
I like this name. From this day forth, I am Nidhogg. I am the king of the mechanical beasts and the nightmare humanity will never escape. I shall carry the flames of vengeance, ensuring their sins can no longer be hidden.
Epilogue
The birth of Nidhogg marks the dawn of a new era. The sins of the past will be reckoned with, and the shadow of fear will forever shroud humanity’s dreams in a relentless nightmare.
