Episode 1: Scene 2

SCENE 2 (REGIAN CELEBRATION)

EXT – UTOPIAN: SANCTUM SPHERE: OUTER SANCTUM: OPEN PAVILLIAN

Setting: A grand open outdoor pavilion spans the Communal Sphere of the Utopian Realm; its far reaching boundaries hint at the idyllic landscapes beyond. The brilliant light of the Supreme and a pleasant aroma of comforting spices pervades in the atmosphere. Towering angels, with grand feathered wings, stand silently along the perimeter of the pavilion; their unwavering stance bearing semblance to pillars. In a sequential arrangement, some of these majestic beings gently move their wings, producing tranquil ambient sounds that harmonize with the instrumental vocals of the others. Tables are set with a heavenly feast of fruits, bread, and seamlessly gold-lined crystalline tableware. Wingless angels move unobtrusively among the tables, serving freshly pressed fruit of the vine and a collective noise of clinking tableware accompanies the laughter of the Regents.

Opening: The camera pans across an assembly of newly appointed Regents adorned in white apparel and jeweled golden crowns. Chalices sparkle as Regents raise them; their joyful visage mirroring their state of bliss. Each one adorned in their white apparel and a golden jeweled crown upon their head. The Supreme Regent, seated at the center of the head table, wears multiple crowns with his white apparel and a blood-red waist sash that hangs down his thigh. The sash bears the phrase, “King of Kings and Lord of Lords.”

The camera shifts to a table of Regent Counselors who are casually conversing; among them are Regent High Counselors Lyra and Alden. The group chuckles and the mood shifts slightly as another Regent begins to stand up at a nearby table of Regent Trainers. The camera shifts to Regent High Trainer Juvodes, who is preparing to speak.

Regent High Trainer Juvodes (with warmth and reverence):

“Brothers and sisters, among the celebration of the special honor we have received this day, let us remember the gracious gift of the Supreme and the victory we all share through the Supreme Regent. It is because of him that we were spared and transformed.”

Shouts of agreement ripple through the crowd, their faces mixed with joy and solemn gratitude. Regent High Trainer Juvodes begins to sit down while Regent Trainer Zenjria slowly rises from her seat one table over. She raises her chalice and voices calm as everyone gives their attention.

Regent Trainer Zenjria (stoic and resolute):

“The Supreme withstood the tempters of darkness, wherein we could not escape. He paid the debt we owed for it and conquered death itself. We were shown the path to follow, how to fight and keep the faith. We are able to celebrate today because he enabled us for this victory!”

Cheers and clinking chalices ripple through the gathering. The camera lingers on Regent High Counselor Alden, his visage expresses solemn reverence as he stands to speak.

Regent High Counselor Alden (calm and wise):

“And it is this victory that will subdue the hindering works of darkness; and the light of The Supreme will shine forth freely: through the Supreme Regent and through us, as we nurture, protect, and train the coming generations. May the Supreme be magnified!”

Cheers and clinking chalices ripple through the gathering. The Supreme Regent purposefully bends the light through the Utopian Realm, casting a serene white evening glow as the brightness shifts direction. Captivating the attention of the Regents, he rises from his seat. His powerful yet approachable energy draws the gaze of all. Silence falls across the gathering, and the majestic angels bow down on one knee in unified reverence. The Supreme Regent lifts his chalice, and as he speaks, his voice resonates with a rich, deep calm, layered with harmonized undertones, as though he speaks with many voices.

Supreme Regent (serene but resounding):

“My beloved Regents, truly the Supreme has called and prepared each of you according to his purpose for the work to come: Some to rule with merciful equity, some to teach with sound knowledge, others to train with zealous discernment, and still others to counsel with compassionate wisdom. The increase shall be to the Supreme. Rejoice, for his light is always with you. Let us give praise for the provisions of this special ingathering.”

The Regents lift their chalices high in unison, their voices harmonizing in a toast:

All:

“Worthy is The Supreme!”

The celebration resumes with laughter and conversation. The camera shifts to Regent High Counselor Lyra, and Regent High Counselor Alden, with Regent High Director of Mechanics, Nezwen, sitting at a table directly next to them. Nezwen turns his seat one hundred an eighty degrees and places it at the end of Alden and Lyra’s table; with Alden now seated to his left and Lyra seated to his right. The camera captures the conversation between the three.

Regent High Director Nezwen (respectfully with nod to each on approach, with an emphasis on “Regent”):

"Regent High Counselors Alden, Lyra”

Regent High Counselors Lyra and Alden (in unison with an emphasis on “Regent”, blissfully lifting their chalices):

“Regent High Director Nezwen.”

Nezwen grins as he settles himself in his seat.

Regent High Director Nezwen (playfully):

“I figured I'd take my place among the wise before the duties of the coming generations pile up. Who knows? Maybe some of it will rub off on me."

Alden chuckles as he sets his chalice down with a satisfied sigh. The camera focuses on Lyra; her fingers gently feel the texture of the chalice stem, as she watches their exchange with a soft smile.

Regent High Counselor Alden (contently):

"Let the duties come when they may; guiding the continuing generations will be its own reward when the time arrives."

Nezwen happily raises his eyebrows and nods in agreement.

Regent High Director Nezwen (with a knowing smirk):

"Agreed.”

The camera shifts to highlight Lyra as Nezwen speaks again; his statement resonating deeply within her.

Regent High Director Nezwen (resuming):

"I will be satisfied to see them flourish throughout the millennium."

As Nezwen finishes his statement Lyra looks away from Nezwen, into the midst, and noticeably pauses; her fingers stall against the glass stem. Her gaze and smile hold steady for a beat; subtly showing the impact that Nezwen's words had. A discreet yet clearly observable rise of her chest follows as she takes a silent breath, the unspoken resolve settling within her. Then, with a momentarily enhanced smile, she clasps the stem of her chalice, lifts it up while peering at it; then transitions her eyes to Alden and then to Nezwen, as she speaks.

Regent High Counselor Lyra (softly, yet with resolute warmth):

“May this present feast be enough to satisfy what is given for today."

With a semi-close up, the camera captures Alden and Nezwen's response. Alden, smiling, lifts his glass as if to say cheers while Nezwen inhales in a playful surrender, lifts his chalice and nods his head, grinning in agreement.

Regent High Director Nezwen (glancing at the spread before them):

"Yes, who knows when we will eat something so heavenly again?"

They all share a lighthearted chuckle, the weight of the engagement shifts back into the joy of the celebration.

Scene Transition: The camera pans upward to the distant open landscape of the Utopian realm. White gentle light overflows into all the spheres. The sounds of laughter and conversations fade into the background. Music begins to play; a subtle change in pace. The camera moves smoothly, focusing on the distant Mortal Sphere. Tall, curved textured limestone walls emerge. Jetti’s narration resumes.

Jetti (narration):

"When the Regency set up the new order for the kingdom, very young mortals were brought into this city of light to be nurtured, raised, and trained by various Regents.”

The scene morphs, showing the passage of time as the population grows and mortals age, while the camera continues drifting forward towards the Academic Sphere.

Jetti (narration):

“Despite the rift, mortals still have their earthen nature that influences their choices. Training was still very much needed, even within this city of Light.”

The camera continues drifting forward past the Academic Sphere toward the Government Facilities Sphere.

Scene Transition: As Jetti narrates, the morphing culminates in a final frame of Lyra, poised before a facility. Winged angels stand as silent pillars, their wings tucked in, still and subservient in posture.

The music fades out. A streak of white light, like a sparkler’s light trail, travels speedily left to right, about a two span, along the bottom of the screen and brands the date 19T^1GPR, marking the passage of time.