Guardians of the Orb

Draft a story about a mythical orb that balances all the elements of the world, and the guardians assigned to protect it.

Not only does this sprout writing ideas around the strife and adventures of the guardians themselves, but also the politics, intrigues, and complexities of their position. It raises questions on the balance of interrelated systems in nature and world dynamics. This prompt provokes notions on the preservation of equilibrium, preservation, and duty.