Ascension Code: Reborn in the DC Universe

**He was only in his early twenties when his world came to an end.** A computing genius trained at MIT, he understood systems, patterns, and limitations better than most people. In his previous life, power did not come from strength or violence — it came from the mind. Lines of code were his weapons, capable of shaping entire digital worlds. Then he died. And he was reborn. Reincarnated into the DC Universe as a helpless infant, he grew up in a world where gods walked among humans, heroes challenged the impossible, and power was never simple or fair. While others relied on fate, luck, or inherited abilities, he believed in only one thing: **A better process.** His memories remained. His intelligence remained. His ambition remained. From a young age, he understood one harsh truth: in this world, those who failed to improve would eventually be destroyed. So, away from the spotlight of the Justice League, he began creating something forbidden — his own Artificial Intelligence. Not to save the world, but to perfect it. To make himself stronger, smarter, more efficient, and ready to survive in a world filled with monsters, aliens, and living legends. While heroes were shaped by tragedy, he built himself in silence. While villains searched for power outside themselves, he created his own from within. This is not the story of a chosen hero. This is the story of someone who chose to become unstoppable. Between technology and chaos, science and superhumans, begins the rise of a man who does not believe in miracles... Only evolution. Inspired by a fanfiction he discovered years ago and deeply admired, this story was created from the ideas and emotions that original work left behind. However, this is not a continuation, rewrite, or replacement of that story. It is an independent work with its own plot, characters, and direction. Original inspiration: **Original Story Title:** *Pyroclasm (Young Justice SI)* **Original Author:** Fulcon For readers who enjoy this kind of story, please check out and support the original work. **Reader Notice** This story contains harem elements. This story contains gore. The tags are there for a reason. If these elements are not your preference, please check them before reading. The story will not be changed to satisfy everyone. It was written with these elements from the beginning. Early chapters may be available on Patreon. There is no fixed promise of how far ahead they will be — it may be a few chapters at first, with more added later. This story is being written carefully, with time spent on development, revision, and quality rather than rushing. If this story is your style, welcome. If it is not, feel free to move on. Comments and constructive criticism are always welcome. Enjoy reading!