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2024-10-29 19:42:56Hello readers! Thank you for taking the time to check this book out. Before you get into reading this book, I believe that I should point out a few things about the MC (Nathan).
First, I believe it's important for you to know that even though Nathan has aspirations of becoming a hero, it's not to the point where he becomes super optimistic and believes he can save everyone. He's more like the MC that does his best to do what he believes is right. He rarely cares what anyone thinks about him but he isn't necessarily a cold character either (though there will be instances in the story that makes him look cold).
Throughout the story, Nathan will be confronted by different scenarios that result in him questioning if heroes are real or not. To put it simply, Nathan goes through A LOT. At some points in the story, he'll look like a hero, others he will look like an anti-hero, and other times a downright villain. It's up to you as the reader to determine whether or not Nathan's actions are justified.
Also, I know some people dislike younger MCs. Nathan is 16 at the beginning of the story but his age is essential for the plot. He does get older as the story goes along so I hope that takes care of the age issue. He should be at least 20-22 years at the end of the book if not even older.
(I haven't decided yet but if the book gets enough support I'll continue the story to the point where he has kids and a family. So he will be a full-grown adult.)
Thanks for taking the time to read this introduction! Happy reading!
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Arc 1: The Tragic HeroOne would care to be lost in imagination trying to solve the mysteries that the world holds. Whether it be; how it started, how it ends, and even the meaning that the world held before its pending demise. The very meaning behind the world's existence can plague one's mind to insanity. But what is the world? Is it a place specially designed for humans to thrive? No, far from it! Yet humans foolishly believe this lie bestowed upon them by these lazy 'gods'. A world similar to that of the humans mirrors their own. A world that swims in chaos, confusion, and blood. This world is known as the Mind World."Nathan!!!"Nathan was suddenly kidnapped from his sleep by a loud squeaky voice, which had scared him, resulting in him falling from his bed.He looked up to see a 13-year-old girl dressed in pink pajamas who had mousy drab, mid-brown hair, and pale brown eyes."Ow... geez, Liz! Could you not wake me up so obnoxiously?!" Complained
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Nathan..!" Squealed Ava in shock.Rocca and Illumi were also stunned. Nathan, the Mind Hero, who they believed to be dead was now standing before them. They were sure that he had been killed in the explosion back in Conscience City over a year ago. It made no sense why he was still alive."You..! This isn't possible... You're the Mind Hero, aren't you..? How are you alive..?" Asked Rocca in shock.Nathan didn't give an immediate response. In truth, he had recognized Rocca as well. He was the commander that Rick had fought back in Conscience City over a year ago. If his memory served correctly, Rick had called him The Man Of Steel, Rocca, also known as the most powerful Clique commander."I'm no hero. My name's simply Nathan and I have no interest in telling you how I'm alive."Rocca laughed, "This is great!! There was an order to capture you and that #4 assassin, Isabella! So when we heard you had died, we were quite disappointed!"Nathan ignored Rocca's statement. He was much more co
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After leaving Nathan behind, Rikugan arrived at the part of the village that was being attacked. The area was ravaged and left in a deplorable state. Houses, shops, and other buildings were now piles of wood scattered across the streets. Flames flickered and smoke danced its way up into the air. However, the fighting had already seemed to stop. The only thing in sight was destruction and bodies of the injured and the dead. This was strange to Rikugan given that he could still sense the Spirit Energies of those who had attacked the village."Grandpa!" Shouted Evan who had finally arrived with Ava. "Why are you just standing around?! Some of the villages are still alive! We need to help them!""Wait, both of you! Don't move!" Warned Rikugan."Huh..? Is something wrong?" Inquired Ava.Rikugan didn't answer. Instead, he peered his eyes before him as if someone was there."I won't fall for such a cheap trick! I know you're there! Save me the trouble and show yourselves!" Shouted Rikugan.
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A Battle With Death (Part 2)
Nathan clawed his way out of the grave. His body was rigged with pain but he couldn't allow himself to stay down. He had to defeat Death, no matter what."It's true," smirked Nathan. "You are strong... But that's exactly how I like it. The stronger you are, the stronger I will be when I make your power mine!""You insolent pest!" Boomed Death in annoyance.A dark sword made from flaming Death Energy then formed in Death's hand. Nathan knew that this meant trouble. However, before he could properly prepare himself, Death flew toward him at insane speeds.Following this, Death swung his sword violently at Nathan. Nathan, however, managed to block the attack with the blunt of his katana at the last second. Sadly, he had not calculated the terrifying power that would accommodate Death's attack.The power of Death's attack shattered the ground into pieces like glass, uprooting dead trees and graves with ease. The force sent Nathan flying through over a dozen dead trees before he collided w
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A Battle With Death
Nathan, Rikugan, Ava, and Evan all sat in a circle while holding hands. Everyone aside from Rikugan was on the verge of suffering from an anxiety attack."G-grandpa, do we have to do this? This is suicide!" Argued Evan."This is not only Nathan's problem, Evan. This problem is as much ours as it is his. If we do not find a way to tame that angel inside of him then one day, its power will destroy the Mind World. We must do this!"Evan lowered his head as he tried to calm himself. He wanted to run away but he knew he had no choice but to fight."Grandpa, how can you be so calm? I know you're strong but not even you could stand up to an angel! Why aren't you scared?" Trembled Ava."Ava, sometimes we must face the things we fear the most. That is the only way to defeat our greatest nightmares.""I'm sorry that you guys have to go through with this..." Apologized Nathan.Ava smiled at Nathan, comforting him. Evan also gave him a reassuring nod to signify that it was okay. Following this, R