"Reincarnated into Darkness: The Villain's Return"
Synopsis:
In the vast, mana-infused world of Aetherion, where mighty civilizations thrive amidst primordial monsters and ancient dungeons, a prophecy unfolds. The story was supposed to follow Kaiden Reagers, a heroic figure destined to rise from humble beginnings to save the world from the encroaching Dark Forces and their enigmatic leader, the Void Sovereign. But what happens when the villain—exiled noble Kael Thorne, Kaiden’s sworn enemy—wakes up with the memories of another life?
Kael Thorne, once the despised scion of a powerful family, is destined to betray his kind, succumb to the darkness, and meet his tragic end at the hands of the hero. This was the role written for him in the pages of a novel Kael vaguely remembers from his past life. Exiled and shunned, his fate seems sealed... until he discovers a mysterious System that disrupts the balance of the world and whispers of an untapped power buried deep within him.
As Kael grapples with the memories of the novel’s events, he realizes he must navigate a precarious path. The Dark Forces grow stronger, dungeons erupt with corruption, and whispers of his future betrayal hang heavy over him. Armed with only a B+ potential, basic skills, and the fragmented warnings of the System, Kael resolves to change his fate.
But every choice has consequences. The Dark Forces beckon, offering unimaginable strength in exchange for his soul, while his enemies—both human and monstrous—watch his every move. Allies are scarce, betrayal is inevitable, and Kael’s connection to the Void Sovereign is deeper than he dares admit.
Can Kael rewrite his destiny and forge his own path? Or will the story of Aetherion swallow him whole, casting him as the villain he was always meant to be?
In a world where power is both salvation and damnation, Kael Thorne must decide: Will he rise above his fate or succumb to the darkness?