Title: Cosmic Mindscape: Rise of a Hidden Power

Arjun, seated in the grand hall of his nation's headquarters in the Far East, looked over the reports detailing the newly released techniques. His advisor, Liam, stood beside him, face unreadable but filled with a quiet excitement. These techniques, derived from something so elusive, had captured the imagination of their people. More than just the typical enhancements of cultivation, these frequency techniques promised a connection to the rhythm of natural phenomena itself.

"Stargazer," Arjun muttered under his breath. He didn't know who Stargazer truly was—no one did. But over time, one thing became clear to the Mentalist Nation: whoever Stargazer was, they were the real power behind their growing strength.

Liam cleared his throat, sensing the weight of Arjun's thoughts. "This will shift the balance," he said. "The technique isn't just about physical power. It's...well, it's something deeper. It will give us the kind of connection that ability users have, a direct link to the natural order."

Arjun nodded. "I see the potential. With these new techniques, we can better defend ourselves against those ability user nations. The governments that stayed in control after the chaos—they have their PowerGen suits, their artificial tech. We, however, will wield something far more intrinsic."

"And more dangerous," Liam added with a slight grin.

The Mentalist Nation had never feared taking bold steps. In a world divided into power blocs—where some governments clung to old authority with the help of PowerGen, and rogue ability users carved out their own territories—they needed to remain on the cutting edge. They couldn't afford to fall behind in this new age of supernatural power.

Across the room, the councilors whispered in hushed tones, debating the implications of the new techniques. Some were concerned. Even though they respected Stargazer, they feared this new ability might lead to an arms race of sorts—not with machines, but with the very forces of nature. Others, like Liam, saw only opportunity.

"Have the people begun training yet?" Arjun asked.

Liam nodded. "Yes, and from what I've seen, the early results are promising. We may be able to attune ourselves to the rhythms of fire, water, air...each individual seems to have a natural affinity, and the frequency technique amplifies that connection."

"Good," Arjun said. "Make sure we control how the techniques are taught. We don't want anyone misusing them."

Liam hesitated for a moment. "And what of Stargazer? He remains elusive. Some of our people wonder if he will ever reveal himself."

Arjun leaned back in his chair, a thoughtful expression crossing his face. "Stargazer is not someone we can control. He is the architect of our strength, but we must focus on our path. For now, we follow his guidance, but we must always be prepared for the day when we stand alone."

Liam nodded. "Agreed. For now, let's secure our position. The other nations will be watching closely. They'll want to know how we're adapting so quickly."

In the west, where governments remained intact, the concerns were more immediate. PowerGen continued to dominate, distributing new technology and suits that kept rogue ability users in check. But even those nations began to feel the shift. The frequency techniques were spreading fast, and soon, many would begin to question the old methods of control.

There was talk online—rumors spreading like wildfire—about the implications of this new development. Some, in the old western states, were terrified of what it meant. They were used to a world where technology ruled. "Back when electric cars were the future," one user commented on an international forum, "and smartphones were all we cared about. Now look at us—trying to bend the forces of nature."

Another user responded, "This Stargazer is changing everything. Who even is he? Governments will lose control if people start learning how to manipulate the natural world again."

Amidst the chaos, smaller states led by ability users grappled with their own challenges. These nations, relying heavily on raw power and abilities, watched with trepidation as the new techniques promised to level the playing field. Some ability users, who had previously dominated through sheer force, were forced to rethink their strategies. Their territories were at risk of being overrun by those who could harness natural phenomena without the need for innate ability.

In Arjun's nation, however, there was no such hesitation. "We'll be the first," Liam remarked as they walked through the quiet halls of their compound. "We'll master these techniques, and our people will ascend. We'll show the world that mentalists are not to be underestimated."

Arjun agreed, though his thoughts drifted once again to Stargazer. Whoever they were, they had already influenced the course of history in ways no one could have foreseen. And yet, they remained in the shadows.

"Send word to the people," Arjun said as they prepared to leave. "We begin intensive training. And watch the other nations. They'll be trying to copy us soon enough."

Liam nodded, already moving to carry out the orders. Arjun remained behind, staring out the window at the distant mountains. The world had changed, but he and his people were ready to meet the new challenges. They would become masters of not just mind and body—but of the very rhythms that governed the world itself.