Dear readers,
How have you all been?
I know... I know. You're probably upset with me for not posting any chapters in nearly a month (I honestly lost track of the exact time). And for that, I truly apologize. But today, I return not empty-handed—but with a surprise I hope you'll be excited for.
I'm thrilled to announce that I've been working on a brand-new webnovel.
Now here's the catch—this new story isn't fantasy. It's something different. Something darker. Something grounded. And something I genuinely believe could be even better than most of the early volumes of The Prophecy of Fate's Chosen Path.
Let me be clear—this new novel won't surpass the entirety of The Prophecy of Fate's Chosen Path across all 15 volumes. But it definitely brings something fresh and gripping that early readers of Kazuki's story may find even more intense.
You all know Kazuki well—his deductive brilliance, his manipulative mastery, and the layers of schemes he's been entangled in. But as many debate communities will say, he's still a character heavily reliant on hax—and they're not wrong. He begins as a hybrid between WIS and SCD, but eventually transcends even that.
However, in my new webnovel, the world isn't built on magic, fate, or prophecy. It's grounded in logic, systems, corruption, and human nature. A realistic Earth—yet one twisted by futuristic governance, crumbling systems, and moral decay. Everything you'll see is shaped by the choices of humanity, not the whims of gods or demons.
The MC of The Game of Masterminds will be someone who doesn't rely on mystical power or destiny—just pure deduction, manipulation, cleverness, and extreme adaptability. Think of him as what Kazuki might be without the "hax"—a mind you can't afford to underestimate.
And you know me—I always aim to deliver strong introductions. Remember how much the first chapter of The Prophecy of Fate's Chosen Path packed into a short read? I won't overhype it, but the introduction of this new protagonist will be just as striking—although it may not follow the traditional idea of an "introduction." After all, what makes an introduction powerful is entirely subjective. But I can promise you this: the conclusion of his arc will be worth it.
Oh, and for fans of cerebral conflict—you're in for a treat. This new webnovel will feature more mind-based characters than ever before. Strategies, double-crosses, systems of influence—this is the battleground of intellect, not swords.
To those who came here expecting an actual chapter of The Prophecy of Fate's Chosen Path, I apologize for the detour. But I promise this announcement is worth your time.
New Webnovel Title is - The Game of Masterminds
The link to the new webnovel will be available in the Author's Note section below this chapter.
And if you're someone who usually only reads fantasy—don't worry. This new story might just change your taste. And I also encourage you to explore other masterpieces in the psychological or mind-game genre. They may seem unfamiliar at first, but once you dive in... you might never look back.
Thank you for your patience and support. Let's walk this new path together.
— Author