Reikons come in various sizes, ranging from half the height of a human to the size of a metropolitan building. Their details, such as colors and shapes, may vary. However, the strength of each Reikon only differs to a measurable extent.
From below, Level 1 to 5. Their damage is only able to destroy cars. Then, we have a Fatal, Semi-catastrophic, Catastrophic, and lastly, Stampede. Stampede-level Reikon only appeared once in late 2015, in Japan. The incident was called the First Outbreak.
Ever since Reikon emerged, humans also had a remarkable change to some which were called awakeners. However, the total count of awakeners is close to none. Each country only had the average 12 and some don't even have one.
Japan had the highest number of awakeners, initially totaling 23, but this number was reduced to 9 during an outbreak in late 2015. Thanks to the efforts of the awakeners, the casualties were limited to just 136, despite the involvement of a Stampede-level Reikon.
Japan's government had founded an agency manned by awakeners. The members are called Reikon Responders. They were the ones who would step up to defend and slaughter the Reikon. However, this agency only came to light after a case was posted. This was due to ordinary humans not being able to see Reikon, making it much harder.
Today, Japan has seen one of the most eventful Reikon incidents in Ward 7. By the time a Responder came, the Reikon had already been slaughtered. He identified the man responsible for it and his name-
"Ryoka, am I right?" The responder asked him to double-check as he was writing down his name.
"That's right," he paused. "Are you guys going to scout me on the spot?" asked Ryoka.
"That's no job for me, but a friend of mine will check you," he replied.
Ryoka smiled, "Before that, can I go inside the cafe for a moment?"
The responder gave a nod, "Sure, you earned it."
Ryoka walked away and entered the cafe. He went to the back where it was just a pool of blood from earlier. He crouched to touch the blood.
"Grandpa-" Tears started to flow. "I'm very sorry- I had the power to protect but- I don't," he confessed.
He sobbed, "Don't worry; I'll find redemption in no time." He paused to glance outside. "I'll save 100 times more people than I fail to," he promised. He then stood up and walked outside once more. Before leaving the door frame, he turned back to offer a bow—a gesture of respect and gratitude from the depths of his heart.
He walked back to the Responder, "What's your name sir?"
"No sir, please. Just call me Minamoto or Mito," he smiled and offered a handshake. Ryoka accepted the shake. "Oh, can you wait here? My friend gave me a call earlier and he's eager to meet ya."
Ryoka streched his body, "Sure." It's not like I have anyone or anything to help or meddle with anymore. And of course, redemption to Grandpa too.
Ryoka was picked up and taken to the agency's office. Well, it's more like a bunker. This was due to an enormous training space. The office itself was small compared to the total building size.
In the office, he met another four Responders. They stared at him as if were judging. Well, I got to show my best now. He advised himself.
"Ryoka, welcome to our training ground. The size was the same as a football field. We'll evaluate you here. Please stay while I'm going to say hi to a friend," said Mito and he left right after.
The training ground is empty which puzzled Ryoka the most. Am I just going to be evaluated by combat?
The speakers hummed a voice, "Well- well, new awakener? First, I was informed my friend Miyamoto just dragged you here. I'm very sorry, we should've earlier- Are you interested in becoming a Responder?"
Ryoka gave a simple reply with a nod.
The speaker yet again hummed, "Great! Welcome to Reikon Responder Agency of Japan, Ryoka."
"Wait, what?" Ryoka scratched his head since he's expecting a trial or some sort.
"You just defeated a semi-catastrophic level Reikon singlehandedly boy," he heard a voice right after the door opened. He turned to the voice, it's a girl. The girl has a silky yellow hair, Ryoka seemed amazed by it. The girl in the suit took his hand and said, "Save the questions for later," she dragged him out of the training room.
As she dragged Ryoka around the facility, he was stunned by the wafts of pleasant smell from the woman. Ryoka was conscious of how small and soft her hand was. He loved this feeling since he'd longed for it.
However, he never put his guard down. Because he knew-
She's emitting an immense aura.