"Unfortunately, I'm just a sidekick."
"HERO"
They are worshipped, celebrated, and hailed as humanity’s greatest defenders. But behind the cheers and applause, heroes are expected to be flawless—always sacrificing, always fighting.
In Auronia, one of the three greatest kingdoms on Earth, heroes are more than just protectors; they are the pride of the nation. With nine advanced states, cutting-edge technology, and a structured Hero System, Auronia ensures order and security through its ranked defenders:
ELITE (S-Class) – The pinnacle of power. Legends like Solarion and Blackjack stand here, shaping history.
MEDIUM CLASS (A, B, C-Class) – Strong, reliable, but just another name on the list.
LOW CLASS (D, E, F-Class) – Heroes who barely make a difference.
SPECIAL PLACE – Not that special, honestly... A.K.A Sidekick.
Yeah, you heard that right. Sidekicks. The ones assigned to assist heroes, take notes, handle logistics, and—if they're lucky—get some cool perks along the way. The selection process is brutal. Only 2 out of 10,000 applicants make it.
And me? I’m Leo Maddox. The third person to pass.
Sounds impressive? Think again. Sure, working under Solarion, the No.1 Hero of Auronia, has its advantages—free meals, VIP treatment, and never worrying about bus fare. But none of that mattered when I got rejected by my crush.
Yeah. Rejected. Just because I’m a sidekick. I mean, come on! I work with the No.1 Hero! But no, apparently, that’s not good enough.
Just when I thought my life couldn’t get worse, some nosy agents from A.X.I.O.M., the nation’s secret intelligence agency, started pestering me. Seniors, officials, and even former heroes kept coming to me for help. It was exhausting. I just wanted to keep working with Solarion and live my life in peace.
But then... things got weird.
I found a picture of someone who looks exactly like me—inside Solarion’s personal files. Who the hell is he? Why does he have my face?
And as I dug deeper into the truth, I realized something terrifying.
Auronia, the nation of heroes—the beacon of justice and progress—is hiding a darkness far worse than anyone could imagine.
