Log-Out Protocol Engaged… Disconnecting
BEEP.
A soft hiss released from the capsule pod nestled in the small room. Neon lights flickered along the ceiling as the visor lifted, and Shen slowly sat up, groggy-eyed.
His head tilted toward the clock. "5:11 PM... That's already three hours past lunch."
Clad in a thin, sweat-darkened tank top, Shen rubbed the back of his neck and stretched.
"System Log: Ashen has officially established the Swamp Kingdom."
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He turned to his triple monitor setup and was met with flashing notifications.
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"Ashen Solo-Duels Ironfang Boss NPC!"
"Insane Damage Calculations from Force Magic!"
"Is Ashen the New Emperor in RIFTREALM?!"
Shen blinked. "Wait... 27,000 likes already?"
His Discord was going wild. Guild invites. Sponsorship deals. Even game lore theorists dissecting the 'Swamp King Build'. But Shen smiled humbly.
"Nah. Still just a solo player."
