Sam Archeon [TIER-2 PHASE1]
"What are you doing?! Can't even dodge that, you dumbass!"
Sam's voice boomed across the training hall like a cannon. His frustration echoed off the metal walls as he crossed his arms, glaring at me.
Misa Lunarian [TIER-2 PHASE2]
"He's trying his best, shut up!"
Misa stepped in between us, her presence like a calming breeze after a storm. She always defended me—kind, steady, like the older sister I never had.
(Even for her... I have to do better. I can't keep failing like this.)
Arthur Mavi [TIER-2 PHASE3]
"He's just... normal, I guess. Like a regular civilian."
Arthur sighed, his tone heavy with disappointment. "It sucks. I really thought he'd be the one to help build Mavi Kingdom... like his brother is doing."
(Why? Why am I so weak while my brother—born of the same blood—is so powerful?)
Master Jordan Carle [TIER-3]
"Put some more power and courage into your strikes, Rio! You didn't even scratch me."
I gritted my teeth and pushed harder—so hard my vision blurred. But one sloppy move later, everything went black. I collapsed.
(Pathetic... I'm pathetic.)
In his Room,
Mary Ryunn [Military Tech TIER-5]
"You don't have to try so hard, Rio."
Her voice was soft but firm.
"Mom, I know... but I can't just lie around like a Gungati!" I snapped, referencing the half-strong, half-lazy beast of Maru.
"I need to train harder. If I don't grow stronger, what's the point of resting here? I should be upgrading my military units, pushing my limits—*"
Mary sighed, but said nothing. There was no convincing me when I was like this.
Frustrated, I stormed out.
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5:56 PM – Susagi Residence
The sky above the Susagi district was painted with soft pinks and deep oranges. He made his way through the quiet streets to the one place that still gave him peace.
Rio knocked gently. "Hey, Misa. How are you? Let's go to the beach—remember your promise?"
Misa:
"Ohh, sorry Rio... I completely forgot. Umm... maybe the day after tomorrow? Or some other time when I'm free?"
"But... why not today? I even arranged a whole performance for you..."
She hesitated, her gaze lowering.
"My PHASE Ascension Training starts tomorrow. I have to prepare and finish some final procedures tonight... I'll be busier than ever afterward."
My heart sank, but I forced a smile.
"Cool. I'm not sad or anything... just wish you'd told me earlier. I was going to surprise you."
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Back at the Ryunn Villa, the second-in-command's estate, Rio could barely step through the door before my brother's voice cut through the air.
Rio's Brother:
"You're so damn weird... and weak. Seriously, what's wrong with you?"
Rio didn't reply. Rio just climbed to the terris—the rooftop—hoping to escape everything.
Alone under the twilight sky, a thought sparked like lightning in my mind.
(Why wait? Why not use the GodWar Suit and go to Earth?)
There had to be something there... something valuable. Even the powerful Neilzhar clashed with a Supreme Saint just to seize control of Earth. The TIERCRAFT—artifacts capable of enhancing power, boosting stats—must be there.
(If I could find one... if I could wield one...)
Rio pulled up his comm-link.
"Orisia," He said sharply. "Tell Marcus to prepare the RYUNN GODWAR SUIT. And not a word to anyone. If he breathes a whisper, he's done."
Rio stood, the wind tugging at my jacket.