Chapter 1: Prologue
Arcana: Online is a revolutionary game that took the gaming world by storm upon its release on June 19, 20XX. Developed by a team of talented game designers, this immersive online experience allows players to unleash their creativity and bring their unique characters to life.
In Arcana: Online, players have the freedom to create their very own avatars from scratch. The game offers an extensive character creation system, providing countless options for customization. From choosing physical attributes such as facial features, hairstyles, and body types, to selecting distinct clothing styles and accessories, players can truly make their characters one-of-a-kind.
But the customization doesn't end there. Arcana: Online also offers a vast array of abilities and skills for players to assign to their characters. Whether you prefer to be a powerful mage, a swift assassin, a fearless knight, a genius inventor, or anything in between, the game provides a wide range of options to suit every playstyle. As players progress and level up, they can unlock even more abilities and enhance their characters' unique strengths.
Once players have created their characters, they can dive into the immersive world of Arcana: Online. The game features a stunningly detailed open world, brimming with wooden mechancis, bustling cities, and powerful magic. Players can embark on epic quests, engage in thrilling PvP battles, or simply explore the vast world at their own pace.
What sets Arcana: Online apart from other games is its dynamic storytelling. The game boasts a rich and immersive narrative, filled with intriguing plot twists, memorable characters, and impactful choices. As players progress through the game's gripping storyline, they will uncover deep secrets, forge alliances, and face formidable enemies.
Arcana: Online also encourages social interaction and collaboration. Players can form guilds, team up with friends, or join forces with other players in massive multiplayer battles. The game's robust social features allow players to connect, communicate, and strategize, fostering a vibrant and supportive community.
With its groundbreaking character creation system, immersive world, captivating storytelling, and emphasis on player creativity, Arcana: Online has become a sensation within minutes of its release. Whether you're an avid gamer or a newcomer to the gaming world, this game promises endless hours of excitement, adventure, and the chance to bring your very own character to life, but the real plot of this game is the upcoming great battle between the world Theos and the Outer Gods who covets the world.
Unfortunately, the game quickly became unpopular within months. Players realized that reaching the end of the story was nearly impossible, causing them to stop playing until only a single player was left playing it who was located in Korea.
The username of the player was [Zero]
---- On February 14, 20XX at Seoul
The youth sat on a comfortable couch, engrossed in his favorite game, Arcana: Online. The room was dimly lit, with the only source of light being the glowing screen in front of him. The sound of intense battle music filled the air as he skillfully maneuvered his character through the virtual world.
His black hair fell messily over his forehead, occasionally obscuring his focused black eyes. With each click of the mouse and press of the keyboard, he executed complex combos and unleashed powerful spells. The youth's determination was evident on his face, as he leaned forward, completely absorbed in the game.
Wearing a simple white t-shirt and black pants, he seemed perfectly at ease in his gaming haven. The room was cluttered with posters of various fantasy worlds and shelves filled with game consoles and collectibles.
As the youth progressed through Arcana: Online, his excitement grew. Currently playing the one and only event in the game which is the great war between the world and Outer Gods the youth was completely mesmerized by the game no matter how many times he had played it. It was a place where he could escape reality and immerse himself in a realm of adventure and fantasy.
Hours flew by as he defeated the Outer Gods. Occasionally, he would let out a triumphant shout or a frustrated groan, depending on the outcome of his battles.
As the night wore on, the youth's energy began to wane but he stubbornly navigated through and with great efforts he finally saw something that made him almost cry.
[--Ding!]
[Preparing to reveal the "End" of the story]
[.....86%.....]
He did it....? He actually did it?! He reached
the end?
He stood there in awe, unable to comprehend the reality of the situation. The impossible dream he had held onto for so long had become a tangible reality. A rush of emotions flooded through him - joy, disbelief, and a tinge of uncertainty
For a year, Kim Iseul held on to the game, never stopping, hoping that he could finally reach the end. The other players had long given up, realizing that defeating the Outer Gods did not guarantee an end to the game.
They claimed that there was no true conclusion, that it was all a ploy to maintain their interest. But Kim Iseul refused to believe their words and continued to play.
To him, the game was more than just a source of entertainment. It had become his life, his story. In a world where he had been abandoned and bullied, and where he felt utterly alone, the game was always there for him. The virtual reality characters he had created became his family, the ones he could rely on when no one else was there.
And so, for a year, Kim Iseul poured his heart and soul into the game. He refused to believe that there was no end. The game became his lifeline, his escape from the reality.
And even if there is no true end to the game, Kim Iseul had already found his ending. He had found purpose, family, and sense of belonging within the virtual world. It may not have been real but for him it is enough. It was his story, his life. That's why now that he is able to see the end, it felt a sense of unrealistic in it.
Just as he was about to smile an unbearable pain suddenly swept through his heart! Clutching his chest he couldn't breath and he fell to the ground. As he lay on the ground, his vision blurred and the world around him seemed to fade away. The pain intensified, radiating through his entire body. Every breath became a struggle and he could only think of one possibility on what caused for him to be in pain. His time is up
He was examined to have a terminal illness, a disease without a cure. Thinking of this he desperately struggled as he stared at the screen that is about to reveal the end.
Why? Why now? Just when I was about to see the end...
With that last thought of regret his whole body finally collapsed and his eyes slowly turned dull, dead.
The moment he died the loading screen suddenly changed.
[Error!]
[Error!]
[Player "Zero" is confirmed dead]
[Preparing to transport the player to the world 'Theos']
[.....99%.....]
[Transportation Complete!]
[The game will reset]
[Error!]
[Error!]
[The game will reset]
[Error!]
[Error-...]
[.....]
*****
Puah!
Gasping I sat up abruptly and clutched my chest, panting heavily. After taking some air I calmed myself down and looked around with a bewildered face.
I scanned my surroundings, trying to piece together what had just happened. The room was dimly lit, and the air felt heavy with tension. Slowly, my racing heart began to steady, and I could feel my breathing returning to normal.
As my eyes adjusted to the darkness, I noticed that I was in a completely unfamiliar place. This was not my room. The room had all shabby wooden floors and walls whilst my bedroom had a neat white cement.
Where am I?
As if responding to my question the familiar sound of mechanical voice sounded in my head.
[--Ding!]
[The player consciousness is finally relieved!]
[Status Window]
[Name]: Kim Iseul
[Age]: 27
[Occupation]: (None)
[Attributes: ----- ]
[Strength]: Lv. ?
[Vitality]: Lv. ?
[Mana]: (None)
[Intelligence]: Lv. ?
Seeing these appear before my eyes I was startled, until I suddenly thought 'Why does it look so familiar?'
That's when I realized that it was the same as in the game [Arcana: Online]!
But that's impossible! How am I able to see such things?!
As I pondered the sudden realization, a voice echoed in my mind, welcoming me to the world of 'Theos' and addressing me as "Zero." It was a surreal moment, as if I had been transported into a fantastical realm beyond my wildest imagination.
Did i perhaps, got transmigrated?