Inheritors of the Forge
A kendo prodigy's life shatters after winning the world championship, thrust into a dangerous new world where ancient family secrets and a looming darkness threaten existence itself. Armed with the spirit of his legendary ancestor and facing unimaginable foes, he must find a way to save not only himself but the very fabric of reality.
The roar of the crowd still echoed in your ears, the weight of the gold medal heavy in your hand. You had done it. World Champion.
Back in your hotel room, the trophy gleamed – a stylized shinai, a symbol of your lineage and dedication. You drifted off to sleep, the day's triumph a sweet lullaby.
The next thing you knew, a light smack on your head jolted you awake. Cold metal pressed against your skin. You opened your eyes to a scene utterly alien – a dark, eerie cave, the air thick and hot. The rusty sword, your chosen heirloom, hovered above you, glowing with an unnatural light. A voice, ancient and resonant, echoed not in the cave, but in your mind.
"Wake up, Reiken," it said. "You have a duty now."
