Desert’s Evening Star: The Rise of Lapis D. Hala

As Hala stood in the glowing cave, the presence of the Great Cosmic Thoth now fully integrated within her, she felt an immense sense of power and wisdom flowing through her. The divine guidance and cosmic knowledge of the unified system were at her command. It was then that the calm, ever-wise voice of Great Cosmic Thoth spoke to her again.

"Hala, I have detected additional items in your Inventory. These items were granted to you by Nent, the Goddess of the Cosmos, during your time in the void."

Hala's eyebrows raised with curiosity. "Items from Nent? I wasn't aware I had an inventory," she responded, intrigued by what might lie within it.

"Indeed. The Inventory feature is part of your cosmic blessing. It holds objects that were gifted to you by Nent and other divine entities," the voice of Great Cosmic Thoth explained. "Shall I open the Inventory and list its contents for you?"

Hala nodded, feeling the excitement build. "Yes, please do. Show me what’s inside."

Without delay, Great Cosmic Thoth activated the Inventory, its presence unfolding before Hala's mind as if an ethereal chest of wonders had been opened.

"Opening Inventory… listing contents," it announced.

A holographic interface appeared before Hala, shimmering with cosmic light. Various glowing orbs and objects floated in a void-like space, each one radiating a unique aura of power.

"Item 1: Ten Ten no Mi / Jigo Jigo no Mi: Crystal / Sand Model (Mythical Zoan).

The voice of Great Cosmic Thoth continued:

"This is a special Devil Fruit created specifically for you by Nent, the Goddess of the Cosmos. The Ten Ten no Mi and Jigo Jigo no Mi have fused into a hybrid form, granting both celestial and infernal powers. This fruit represents the balance between creation and destruction, combining the ethereal strength of cosmic crystals with the raw, destructive force of cursed sand. It is classified as a Mythical Zoan, which allows you to transform into a half-Cosmic Angel, half-Sand Demon."

Hala's breath caught in her throat. A Mythical Zoan fruit, gifted directly by Nut, and tailored specifically for her? The potential it held was unimaginable.

"Tell me more about the fruit," Hala asked, her heart pounding with anticipation.

Great Cosmic Thoth responded immediately.

Ten Ten no Mi / Jigo Jigo no Mi: Crystal / Sand Model (Mythical Zoan)

This fruit represents the divine balance between cosmic creation and infernal destruction. As a Mythical Zoan type, it grants Hala the ability to shift between three forms:

1. Human Form: In this form, Hala retains her human appearance but can access the powers granted by both crystal and sand, such as manipulating cosmic energy and summoning sandstorms.

2. Hybrid Form: In this form, Hala transforms into a half-Cosmic Angel, half-Sand Demon. She will have wings made of radiant cosmic crystal and cursed sand, which provide immense flight speed, protection, and attack power. In this form, her strength, endurance, and magical abilities are vastly enhanced, and she can control both cosmic and infernal elements simultaneously.

3. Full Transformation (Cosmic Angel / Sand Demon): In her full Mythical Zoan transformation, Hala becomes a being of pure cosmic and infernal energy. She embodies both the destructive forces of cursed sand and the creative powers of cosmic crystal. Her wings expand to enormous proportions, and her control over celestial and infernal elements becomes nearly absolute. In this form, she can manipulate the fabric of space and time, drawing on cosmic energy to reshape reality itself, while also summoning devastating sandstorms infused with hellfire.

Powers of the Ten Ten no Mi / Jigo Jigo no Mi: Crystal / Sand Model:

1. Crystal Manipulation:

Hala gains the ability to summon and control cosmic crystals. These crystals can be used to create weapons, shields, and even large-scale structures. The crystals are nearly indestructible and can be infused with divine energy, making them excellent for both offense and defense.

2. Sand Manipulation:

The cursed sand she controls is infused with the fiery essence of the underworld. She can summon vast sandstorms, bury enemies beneath shifting dunes, and create molten sand traps that burn anything they touch. The sand is a deadly tool, capable of both overwhelming and incapacitating foes.

3. Hybrid Power – Cosmic Sandstorms:

By combining her control over sand and cosmic crystals, Hala can create devastating Cosmic Sandstorms—whirlwinds of stardust and infernal sand that tear apart anything in their path. These storms distort the very fabric of reality, bending time and space while unleashing celestial and infernal destruction on her enemies.

4. Judgment of Heaven and Hell:

Hala’s ultimate attack while in Hybrid Form. She summons the full power of her celestial and demonic sides, releasing an enormous blast of cosmic light and molten sand that obliterates everything in its path. This attack is capable of reshaping entire landscapes, leaving behind a crystallized desert of scorched earth and shimmering sand.

5. Passive Ability – Balance of Creation and Destruction:

In any form, Hala has perfect control over the balance between creation and destruction. She can use her crystal powers to heal and create, building structures or healing allies with divine energy, while her sand powers allow her to destroy with precision and overwhelming force.

Hala stared at the image of the Devil Fruit within her inventory, her fingers twitching with excitement. This fruit wasn’t just powerful—it was the embodiment of the duality that Nut had placed within her, the balance between her angelic and demonic natures.

"Incredible," Hala whispered, awe coloring her voice. "The power of both heaven and hell, of creation and destruction…"

Great Cosmic Thoth spoke again, its voice filled with calm reassurance.

"Indeed, Hala. This fruit is a gift from Nut, designed to enhance your unique strengths and further your destiny. By consuming it, you will unlock the full potential of your cosmic and infernal powers. Do you wish to consume it now?"

Hala hesitated for only a moment. She knew what consuming the fruit meant Power. Overwhelming power potential.

"Yes," she said with determination. "I’ll consume the Devil Fruit now."

With that, the fruit materialized before her, shimmering with both golden light and dark, swirling energy. It was small, but the weight of its power was palpable. Hala reached out, took a deep breath, and bit into it. The taste was...interesting—simultaneously sweet like honey and bitter like ash—but she swallowed it down.

As soon as she did, the power surged through her body like an unstoppable tidal wave. Cosmic light and infernal fire burned through her veins, igniting every fiber of her being. Her wings flared out behind her, shifting between radiant crystal and swirling sand, and her eyes gleamed with the combined power of heaven and hell.

The transformation was complete.

Great Cosmic Thoth's voice echoed once more in her mind.

"The Devil Fruit has been consumed. You now possess the full powers of the Ten Ten no Mi / Jigo Jigo no Mi: Crystal / Sand Model. Your journey as the embodiment of cosmic balance begins now."

Hala smirked, feeling the power settle within her. 'Now, how to start this kingdom building project. Hmm. Ah.. I see.' 

"Thoth, can you generate images using my thoughts? I'm thinking of a model—like a 3D blueprint — that you can hopefully show me while I build it using my sand and crystal powers."

Great Cosmic Thoth responded immediately, its calm and wise voice filling Hala's mind.

"Yes, Hala, I can indeed generate visual representations based on your thoughts and plans. By connecting to your consciousness, I can create three-dimensional blueprints and models for any structure or project you wish to build. This will allow you to visualize your creations in real-time as you use your sand and crystal powers to bring them to life."

Hala felt a surge of excitement. The idea of being able to see and refine her plans as she built her kingdom using her powers was exactly what she needed. "Alright, let's begin with a basic structure," she said, focusing her mind on the image of the kingdom she envisioned—large crystalline towers rising from the sand, surrounded by protective sand dunes, with celestial light filtering through the transparent walls of the crystal palace.

"Understood. I will generate a 3D blueprint based on your thoughts," Great Cosmic Thoth replied.

In front of her, a holographic display appeared, shimmering with golden and blue light. A detailed model of her envisioned structure began to form, starting with the foundations of the palace made of shifting sand and growing outward as the crystal towers began to take shape. The structure was grand, with elegant arches and spiraling towers that reflected the celestial energy embedded within the crystal.

The sand dunes around the palace were strategically placed to serve as both natural defenses and aesthetic barriers, with pathways of smooth crystal running through the desert-like veins of starlight.

As the 3D blueprint took full form, Great Cosmic Thoth spoke again.

"This model is based on your current vision. You can adjust any part of the structure by focusing on specific details, or I can make suggestions based on optimal defensive and energy efficiency designs. Shall we proceed with the building?"

Hala looked at the beautiful, transparent model floating before her, a grin forming on her lips. The combination of celestial crystal and the power of sand was perfect, both practical and elegant. With this guiding image from Great Cosmic Thoth, she knew she could create something truly magnificent.

"Yes, Thoth," she said, her eyes gleaming with determination. "Let's begin."

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The Devil Fruit

Ten Ten no Mi / Jigo Jigo no Mi: Crystal / Sand Model: