I shall go back to heaven.
Hand in hand, together with the dew
fading at the soft touch of dawn
I shall go back to heaven.
At sunset, together, just the two of us
playing at the shore when the clouds beckon
I shall go back to heaven.
And on the day this beautiful outing ends
I will go,
and i shall say it was beautiful…
- Back To Heaven (귀천) / By 천상병 -
SURVIVAL DIFFICULTY:
Class 0
- Safe
- Isolated
- Devoid of Entities
Description
Level 825 takes the form of a seemingly infinitely expanded field and is known to be safe. The wind rarely blows, and the temperature remains constant at 13°C (55.4°F). With no measurement of season changes, the weather is fixed at spring-like conditions; yet, several plant species that are generally found in different seasons or environments are commonly discovered here. The day-night cycle is divided into 10 hours of sunshine and 12 hours of darkness, allowing for the observation of natural events like sunsets and sunrises. No matter the entrance to Level 825, the wanderer always wakes up on the grass field with all minor injuries sutured or no longer bleeding. Generally, because Level 825 consists of natural scenery with no artificial construction, structures commonly found, such as abandoned places or decaying lodges, do not appear.
Scenery of Level 825
Even though Level 825 appears to be nature itself, no organism, including nesting birds and insects, can be seen. Along with this point, the level is quite silent, with the exception of the tiniest breeze grazing over the grass and the sounds generated from wanderers' movements. Level 825 appears to have an isolation effect comparable to Level 0, implying that it is impossible to encounter other humans while remaining on level. Nonetheless, the isolation effect presents the possibility of causing depression, while it is unclear whether this is due to the beautiful natural scenery, as well as the plants that grow squarely on the never-changing ground, emitting some efficacy, reports said that they never felt despair feelings. Wanderers suffering from psychopathy are also said to feel relieved when they enter Level 825, and this feeling lasts after they leave.
Silence
As previously stated, the weather does not change. It's usually a sunny day with lumpy clouds floating above the sky, encouraging everyone who comes here to continue their journey. Because Level 825 has a typical day-night cycle, the sun and moon may be seen, shining throughout the level and motivating everyone. The grass is as soft as animal fur, the slightest breeze sounds like a gentle whisper, and the untidy meadow recalls nature's long-lost vibrancy. In accordance with this harmony, most wanderers opt to stay as much as they had longed for.
Under the
Beautiful sky,
You were also here
The melancholy years,
You were also here
-To That Person (그 사람에게) / By 신동엽-
Sleep
Because of its pristine nature, Level 825 includes some natural landscapes, such as woods, rivers, and a rare waterfall. Furthermore, the reported geographic elements were not mixed together, with the exception of rather ordinary features, there are many speculations circulating concerning the level's size. At the same time, some argue that the level is so significant that each wanderer awakens on the opposite side; others argue that topographical deformation occasionally occurs, allowing for the strangeness of level's environment. Level 825 is also noteworthy for its mysteries. Flowers and greens, for example, usually bloom without the assistance of insects or water. Regardless of these strange traits, every wanderer who has entered this level has generally stated that they feel treated.
I
I shall
After death
Become a bluebird
Blue sky
Blue field
I will fly above there
-Blue Bird (파랑새) / By 한하운-
Electronic devices are available, but the Wi-Fi source has not been identified. While some capabilities are possible, such as taking images and sending messages to outside, it is difficult to receive communications from outside Level 825. In terms of survival, fruit trees and vegetables are readily available and safe to consume throughout the level. With the right tools, one can locate a source of water and start a fire. Level 825 provides a somewhat safe environment for survival, however permanent occupants are unable to fulfill, due to insufficient diet and isolation effect.
Nature Sceneries
By favor the safe environments and availability of electronics, many experiences could be reported and organized into interesting locations. Some minor and simple natural characteristics1 emerge, but they are not significant enough to warrant detailed description.
The woods
Photo of forest taken by unknown wanderer
The woods are accessible by following the silhouette of the mountain. The forests are said to include a variety of tree species, although the pine tree is the most commonly encountered. The information on the size of the forests were not unified, therefore the correction adjustment about size approximation is not yet complete. However, no matter how far one goes into the woods, the entrance appears after at least 5 minutes of walking backwards. The woodlands are said to take numerous distinct shapes, including broad-leaved forest, coniferous forests, and barely visible rainforest.
Watery places
Silent clamor
While exploring Level 825, one can hear the sound of flowing streams, which breaks the silence. The stream provides acceptable circumstances for resting; the temperature is slightly lower than on the other side, and the water depth has not been known to surpass 2 meters thus far. The water is also safe to drink, as it has the same chemical structure as conventional water. Like the grass, certain varieties of seaweed grow in the stream. One surprising feature of water is that it does not permeate the skin or clothing no matter how long one spends in the stream. The watery place might take various forms, such as a waterfall. Though the stream is typically linked to a river, in Level 825, following the current leads nowhere.
Phenomena
Naturalization
According to multiple reports from wanderers, the naturalization phenomenon generates a mysterious power that turns artificially constructed structures into their natural form. For example, two wanderers, who claimed to be at the same location at different times said that the wooden building built by the first wanderer was shown to be a tree when the second wanderer arrived.
When one constructs a structure or something else with Level 825's resources, it will be preserved until the wanderer leaves the level. Supplemental tools2 from the outside were never discovered, therefore they are considered to have been absorbed into the ground during the occurrence of this phenomenon.
Naturalized tree. It was wooden wall
Returning
While it is concluded that Level 825 has a therapeutic impact for minor injuries, it has been demonstrated that the phenomenon produces the reverse result for the injuries when it develops in serious injuries. Thanks to electronics having access to wifi, some wanderers on the edge of death sent messages, allowing us to conclude that this phenomenon existed.
When a wanderer in imminent danger enters Level 825, their injury will worsen and finally cause them to pass out. Ironically, several wanderers in their final moments sent letters claiming that the deteriorating phenomenon caused no pain, but rather felt smooth and relieved, making them think it was a process of being in harmony with nature. Due to the bodies never being found, it's not certain whether their bodies were absorbed into the ground or disappeared for some reason. Considering this point, this phenomenon is referred to as "Returning".
Message from an unidentified wanderer
I can feel my last moment coming. Can't be sure if this message would reach someone.
But leave my last word. I finally met a peaceful moment only now.
And I at least die, being human.
This message had been sent to a unrelated person, and thankfully, he delivered this to us.
Entity
Including entities, no organism exists in Level 825, whereas there's a theory that the isolation effect similarly arises in creatures, such as birds and insects, so it's just that we couldn't see them while they indisputably exist. With all these features of the level, no base could be established.
Entrances and Exits
I shall go back to heaven.
Hand in hand, together with the dew
fading at the soft touch of dawn
Entrances
At any level, no-clipping, which is generated in a situation where one is getting chased by risky or wandering with dreadful abrasion, can be linked to this level. Theoretically, however, this phenomenon doesn't occur when one does intended self-harm, dives into dangers oneself, or risks committing suicide, with intention to reach Level 825.
Exits
No-clipping can occur in any part of Level 825, and it would be linked to any sky-like level.
If the wanderer who has a critical condition, such as terminal cancer or dreadful injury, goes back to the sky, the body would be moved to the place where it should be.
I shall go back to heaven.
And on the day this beautiful outing ends
I will go,
and i shall say it was beautiful…