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In the year 2121, virtual reality gaming has reached its zenith with the advent of VR pods, extraordinary devices capable of transporting players into fully immersive game worlds. These pods not only provide an unparalleled gaming experience but also extend players' time within the virtual realm, thanks to advanced life support systems. 

Meet Alex Mercer, a professional gamer renowned for his charismatic streaming and fearless exploration of the latest VR games. With his name etched in the gaming world's annals, Alex is a connoisseur of virtual adventures. He thrives on the adrenaline rush, the mysteries, and the challenges that these digital realms offer. 

One fateful day, as Alex prepares to dive into the latest VR sensation, he receives an exclusive invitation that changes the course of his life. A mysterious message arrives, granting him a coveted spot in the beta testing of "Blood of the Elden Souls," the most anticipated open-world VR game from Softfrom, the legendary game developer. 

With only a select hundred players worldwide granted access, Alex steps into this enigmatic realm, where reality blurs with the fantastical. "Blood of the Elden Souls" merges the best elements from Softfrom's previous masterpieces. The game is a paradox—a gruesome beauty where players must navigate unimaginable difficulties and unravel a sprawling lore hidden deep within its virtual world. 

As Alex delves deeper into "Blood of the Elden Souls," he discovers that the game is far more than a mere form of entertainment. It holds secrets that transcend the boundaries of the virtual realm. The choices he makes within the game begin to affect not only his in-game character but his real-life existence as well. 

Bound by a sense of duty, curiosity, and the desire to conquer the ultimate gaming challenge, Alex embarks on an ethereal odyssey. He forges alliances with fellow beta testers, confronts the game's grotesque yet alluring landscapes, and unearths fragments of a mysterious prophecy that hints at world-altering consequences.

Table of Blood of the Elden Souls

Table of contents

Volume 1