By Coorise & Nyuroku
The official link to read the entire book is here:
https://editor.reedsy.com/s/CGBI56Z/c/Zpksu4eZD2kDs1bI/synopsis
Overview:
The narrative begins with individuals receiving mysterious messages asking, "What if you were able to change the world?" Ignoring the messages results in unfortunate events in their lives, compelling them to participate in "The Valhwatch." Once they agree, a delivery arrives at their homes containing a black exo-skeleton costume, AR lens, bio watch, and a blue serum.Upon wearing the costume, participants activate an augmented reality system, guiding them to choose a virtual personal assistant and customize their experience. The bio watch requires them to inject a serum that grants them superhuman abilities and extends their youth for at least two weeks. Breaking the rules means death, and the only way to exit the game is by passing the bio watch to someone else within an hour.The costume provides protection against heavy attacks, enhances physical abilities, and the AR lens offers information analysis and identification of individuals. Participants embark on quests to obtain the serum and receive monthly payments.During their free time, they can pursue personal dreams, be they altruistic or malevolent, with the help of their AI assistants.Participants face challenging enemies and engage in battles and strategic encounters throughout their journey. The world is open for transformation, allowing participants to turn it into a paradise or a chaotic realm. However, alliances and rivalries emerge among the participants, as their true identities remain hidden. The AI assistants provide knowledge to fulfill participants' dreams, adding a layer of strategy and complexity to their choices.As participants progress, they question the purpose of this and try to uncover the mysterious entities behind the project. Hints and clues are scattered throughout the narrative, leading participants to contemplate the true nature of the game. The anime explores themes of morality, power, and the consequences of one's choices, creating a captivating and thought-provoking story line.
—> Key Entry Characters:
- Genau Stein (25): A bold German software developer residing in the USA with a keen interest in high-tech and software engineering.
- Maria Delly (24): A deceptive American social media influencer leading a double life to sustain her online persona.
—> Progressive Entry Characters:
- June Kang (17): A South Korean high school student boy passionate about robotics, battling bullying while dreaming of a brighter future.
- Tifany Moon (20): A south Korean girl, living as fashion model and as an Idol. Her father is overprotective.
- Mark Robinson (32): A married American neuroscientist facing the challenge of raising twins, one of whom is blind.
- Martin Rousseau (28): A French doctor conflicted between a demanding career and his wife's reluctance to have children.
Malik Kali (48): A married Indian accountant engaged in trading to amass wealth.
- Kanzaki Shinjoku (55): A married Japanese biologist yearning for children despite being sterile.
- Ivan Rukosvki (57): A divorced Russian spy for the KGB navigating a complex world of intrigue.
- Leonardo Grantis (50): A single Italian priest framed unfairly and expelled due to false accusations.
- Sara Azis (28): A married Chadian woman in the military, battling terrorism in the region.
- Li Zhang (30): A married Chinese businesswoman supporting her husband's dream of building a time travel machine.
- Ana Lesedi (40): A married South African lawyer relentlessly pursuing justice for her sister's unresolved rape case.
- Christina Narcy (48): A married Canadian surgical doctor striving to work against aging and make people younger.
- Dilma Lutz (50): A single Brazilian woman working in a car factory, dreaming of overcoming poverty in her country.
- Alma Aya (18): A single Turkish college student in art aspiring to change the flawed laws in her country.
…etc.