Long ago, two thousand years in the past, a war broke out that became etched into the annals of history. This was a war where all the kingdoms of the world united against a single kingdom, infamous for its tyranny and might. Known as the "Blood War," it painted the streets, rivers, cities, and even the seas red with the blood of countless fallen.
After a long and brutal struggle, the allied kingdoms emerged victorious. To preserve the world’s peace, five kingdoms were established as the "Five Great Kingdoms." These were: Anastasia, Elvan, Ugrulia, Great Nest, and Varsian.
Shinta is the ultimate power of the world. Upon birth, every individual is granted a random ability drawn from the essence of Shinta. They have the opportunity to join academies to become warriors serving their kingdom. Through dedication and strength, they can climb the ranks to become one of the elite High Warriors—or surpass all others to claim the title of Sacred warrior.
Seven-year-old twin brothers, Sai and Leo, sit together, deep in conversation.
Leo: Damn it, how can he mock us just because we don’t have much money?
Sai: He says we’re weak.
Leo: He has no right to say that.
Sai: Why can’t discrimination just disappear?
Leo: Why don’t we make it disappear ourselves?
Sai: How?
Leo: If one of us becomes the Sacred Warrior, we’ll be the strongest. Everyone will admire us, and we’ll use that position to end discrimination.
Sai: But people like us—poor—
Leo: Shut up!
Even if we’re villagers or weak, nothing is impossible. We can do it, Sai!
Sai (smiling): You’re right.
7:00 AM
The alarm rings.
Sai: Leo... Leo... LEO!!!
Leo slowly opens his eyes.
Leo: Yeah, yeah, what do you want, Sai?
Sai: Wake up, you idiot! It’s seven in the morning. We have to go to school!
Leo: Fine, just get out of my room.
Leo gets up and prepares himself. After breakfast, they leave for school.
Sai: Leo.
Leo: What?
Sai: Once we’re tested, do you think we’ll be accepted into an academy?
Leo: Of course. All those months of training won’t go to waste. Don’t be scared.
Sai: You’re right. Fear kills the fun.
Leo (smiling): Let’s keep moving.
Sai: Got it.
When they arrive at school, they meet their friend.
Sai: There’s Kaino! Kaino, how are you?
Kaino: Oh, Sai and Leo! I’m good.
Leo: You’re taking the academy test too, right?
Kaino: Of course. Life’s boring without a bit of excitement.
The three of them pick up their test cards.
Leo: Kaino, see you in a month at the test.
Kaino: Yeah, see you there!
Kaino heads home, but Leo and Sai decide to stop at the bookstore first.
Leo: Hello, sir. We’re here to buy some books for the Shinta Academy written test.
Shopkeeper: Sure. Ten gold coins and twenty silver for each, or fifty gold and one hundred silver for the whole set.
Leo: I know. Just give me the books.
Sai: Don’t be so rude, Leo.
Leo: Whatever.
After that day, Leo and Sai began studying and training diligently, preparing for the academy test scheduled for two months later. Days flew by as they worked tirelessly, and finally, the awaited day arrived—the test day.
Sai: So, it’s finally here.
Leo: No time to waste. Let’s get there quickly.
Sai: Do you think we’ll fail?
Leo: Absolutely not.
On their way, Leo speaks up.
You know our parents only want us to join the academy and succeed for the money.
Sai: I know that.
Leo: And you’re okay with it?
Sai: It’ll help me achieve my goal.
Leo: I’m strong enough. I don’t need anyone to help me achieve mine.
Sai: You don’t know what we’ll learn at the academy.
Leo: Beginner stuff, probably.
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Sai: Yeah...
Upon arriving at the testing site:
Sai: So, this is the place for the test...
The academy director steps forward and begins speaking.
Director: Welcome to the Academy Entrance Test. Today, we will evaluate your abilities to see what you’re truly capable of. In five minutes, we will begin calling your names.
Leo: Sai, do you really think the test will be difficult?
Sai: It’s possible.
After five minutes...
Director: Alright, everyone, let’s begin!
Time passes as names are called. Eventually, it’s Leo’s turn.
Director: Leo Vitalite, please step forward.
Leo walks confidently towards the testing room, his determination evident as he enters.
While the director Yarasou and Naero observe Leo’s performance, tension fills the air.
Naero: Director Yarasou…
Director Yarasou: Yes?
Naero: Do you see the aura surrounding that boy?
Director Yarasou: Of course. His potential is exceptional. I doubt he even needs to be tested. Leo, my boy, demonstrate your skill on this training dummy.
Leo: Understood.
Leo pulls out his wooden sword, gripping it with confidence.
Leo: Director, how many strikes am I allowed?
Director Yarasou: Three strikes.
Leo (thinking): That should be more than enough.
With speed and precision, Leo charges at the dummy, landing three rapid strikes. At first, nothing seems to happen.
Director Yarasou (thinking): Perhaps we overestimated hi—
Suddenly, the dummy collapses to the ground, completely destroyed.
Director Yarasou (thinking): He obliterated it in just three hits! No one has ever managed that before. And it didn’t even fall instantly; the delay was caused by the shock reverberating through it. What a remarkable young man...
Director Yarasou: Well done, Leo. You may leave now.
Leo: Alright.
Leo (thinking): This is supposed to be a test? Really? Are you kidding me? This isn’t a children’s game…
The testing continues, and soon it’s time for the written exam.
Leo: What are these questions? Seriously? I’m doomed…
Finally, the results are about to be announced.
Sai: Leo, the results will be displayed in a minute.
Leo: Yeah, I know.
Sai: What rank do you think you’ll get?
Leo: First.
Sai: Even on the written test?
Leo: Shut up…
Sai chuckles softly.
Sai: Look, the results are showing.
Leo: Yeah…
The announcer's voice fills the room as everyone looks up at the results screen.
Announcer: The top three rankings in the practical exam are as follows!
Announcer:
First place: Kinto Shinga!
Second place: Leo Vitalite!
Third place: Sai Vitalite!
Announcer: The top three rankings in the written exam are as follows!
Announcer:
First place: Sai Vitalite!
Second place: Kinto Shinga!
Third place: Mary Litary!
Sai turns to Leo with a wide smile.
Sai: You got second place, Leo! Congratulations!
Leo (with a hint of gloom): Second…? How did I end up second… I was supposed to be first. And in the written exam… 53rd place?!
Sai: It’s alright! At least you passed.
Leo (sighing): I guess…
The announcer interrupts their conversation with an unexpected announcement.
Announcer: Attention, everyone! There is something none of you were aware of until now. The top three winners will be advancing to the Shinta Global Academy! Limitless Academy!
Leo’s eyes widen in disbelief.
Leo: What?!
Two people appear before Leo and Sai.
The Two people: Welcome, Sai and Leo. We will take you to the director's office.
Sai: Leo, we've just landed the best opportunity possible!
Leo: I doubt it’ll be that impressive.
Sai (with a faint smile): We’ll see.
Leo: Alright then, which way?
The tow people: There’s no path.
Leo: What do you mea—
Before Leo could finish, the tow people grab both Sai's and Leo’s hands, teleporting them to the director's office.
Sai (thinking): So, this is teleportation.
Leo: Honestly, that was unexpected.
???: You should stay silent when someone like me is present.
Leo: And who might this be now?
Turning around, Leo notices two familiar faces.
Leo: Huh... where have I seen you before?
Sai: That’s Kinto Shinga, ranked first in the practical exam and second in the written exam, and that’s Mary Litary, ranked third in the written exam.
Leo: So you’re the one who took first place.
Kinto: You really have no respect for those above you, do you, peasants?
Mary: We really don’t need any classism right now.
Leo: What did you just say?
Kinto: Did you not hear me? Or are you just slow, peasant?
Leo: You sound arrogant just because your parents hand you some money.
Kinto: And you have the audacity to say that to my face?
Sai: Guys, can we calm down a little?
Mary: Hey, black-haired guy, would you please listen to your friend?
Leo ignores them entirely.
Leo: Why should I fear a kid whose only skill is bragging about his parents' money?
Someone claps slowly.
Director Yarasou: Why don’t we all settle down, like Sai and Mary suggested?
Ignoring the director, Leo and Kinto continue their bickering.
Kinto: Do you really think insulting me is a good idea?
Leo: It’s not just a good idea; it’s—
Suddenly, an overwhelming aura fills the room.
Director Yarasou: Sit.
The heavy aura vanishes, and everyone takes their seats in silence.
Director Yarasou: Alright, let me explain the situation you'll find yourselves in after joining Limitless Academy.
1. Dormitories will be provided, with two students sharing a room.
2. Your lectures will run from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
3. The schedule includes theoretical lectures on specific days and practical training on others.
4. The academy will provide all necessary resources.
5. The academic year is eight months long, followed by a four-month break.
That's all you need to know for now.
The director then displays a map.
Director Yarasou: This map will guide you to the academy's location.
Mary: Why doesn't the academy just transport us itself?
Director Yarasou: You should be grateful we’re even providing you with a map.
Mary: Seriously?
Director Yarasou: This conversation is over. You may leave now.
As they leave, Sai calls out to Mary and Kinto.
Sai: Mary, Kinto, we should travel together since we only have one map.
Leo (thinking): That stingy director! Now I have to travel with this arrogant guy because of him.
Mary: Fine, let’s go.
Kinto: There’s no other choice
Sai: Are we walking there, or...?
Leo: Of course not.
Sai (excited): You’re really going to do it?!
Kinto and Mary (thinking): Do what...?
Leo: Betelus
From the shadows emerges a creature resembling a small dragon.
Leo: Let’s ride.
Kinto and Mary: What the...
Sai: Betelus! Adorable little Betelus.
Everyone climbs onto Betelus, who begins to fly.
At Director Yarasou’s Office
Assistant Director: Director, why did you use such an intense aura? We could have calmed them down more simply.
Director Yarasou: They seemed overly confident. I needed to show them that there are individuals far stronger than them, to make them tread carefully.
Assistant Director: I understand. You’re right.
Back with Leo and the Others
Mary: How much longer until we arrive?
Leo: Not much.
Sai: Leo, do you think the students at Limitless Academy will be strong?
Leo: Maybe.
Leo (thinking): The director’s aura was stronger than anything I’ve ever felt. There might be people stronger than us at the academy, but they can’t be as powerful as the director since they’re just students. Still, they’ll definitely be strong… I’ll surpass them all and become the Sacred Warrior.
After a few minutes:
Sai: We’re about to arrive, but there’s no sign of the academy.
Kinto: Huh? Is the map wrong?
Sai: I don’t think so.
Suddenly, Betelus vanishes, causing the four of them to fall into the forest. Fortunately, the trees soften their landing.
Mary: Seriously? Why did your creature disappear like that?
Leo: I-I don’t know.
Kinto: It’s possible that flying is prohibited here since we can still use our powers. So, there’s nothing blocking our Shinta.
Sai: Maybe something doesn’t want us flying.
Mary: Should we keep moving forward?
Sai: Do we have any other choice?
Mary: Not really...
As they continue walking, Mary notices a rabbit on the path.
Mary: Oh, a rabbit! Aren’t you adorable?
Sai: A white rabbit here?
Sai senses a dangerous aura emanating from the rabbit.
Sai: Mary, watch out!
The rabbit’s mouth opens unnaturally wide, attempting to devour Mary. She doesn’t have enough time to dodge, but Kinto quickly steps in, pulling out a dagger and stabbing the rabbit in its neck.
Kinto: It seems this forest wants us dead.
Sai: Be more careful next time, Mary.
Leo: Guys, I don’t think the next danger is far off
A giant carrying a massive hammer emerges in front of them.
Leo: Looks like things just got serious.
Alongside the giant, several human-sized monsters appear.
Kinto: They must be his minions.
Sai: I’ll handle the small ones. You guys take care of the giant.
Mary: I’ll provide support from the back.
Mary pulls out her bow and leaps onto one of the trees, Sai activates his ability, Kento draws his daggers, and Leo draws his wooden sword, enveloping it with darkness.
Name: Leo Vitalite
Ability: Darkness
Kento: You're not the only one who can coat a weapon. I've coated my daggers with poison.
Name: Kento Shinga
Ability: Poison
Leo: Come at me, giant.
Sai: Let's begin.
Sai's speed and physical strength are enhanced as he starts fighting the giant's followers.
Name: Sai Vitalite
Ability: Enhancing physical strength
Sai gets injured but heals instantly. He looks back to see that Mary shot him with a healing arrow.
Name: Mary Litari
Ability: Healing
Kento: I need to find a way to inject my poison in this beast. Leo, can you distract it for a bit?
Leo: Of course.
Leo starts distracting the giant.
Kento, to himself: Not yet... Not yet... Now!
Kento lunges at the giant from behind after the giant focuses on Leo and briefly forgets about him, stabbing it three times. Poison starts spreading through the giant's body. Leo jumps onto the giant while it is focused on Kento, who retreats. Leo stabs the giant’s eye and retreats as well.
Kento: It's enraged. Be careful. The poison will take 20 seconds to kill it.
Leo: Don't worry, I have a good idea.
Leo charges at the giant and strikes its legs with the sword, causing it to lose balance and kneel. Leo then jumps and stabs the other eye.
Kento, to himself: Ten seconds left.
Kento rushes to cut the giant’s arm tendons.
Leo: Now its death is guaranteed.
Kento: Zero.
The giant is killed.
Sai: Seems like you're done too.
Sai is covered in monster blood.
Mary: Finally, it's over.
Leo: I don't think so. There might be more monsters in this forest.
Mary: There might be...
Sai: Let's move forward.
The four continue through the forest until they encounter more monsters.
Kento: Seems like there are more of these bastards.
Leo: Let's get started again.
After an hour and a half of fighting and walking, they reach a place with a lake and a person standing in front of it.
Leo: A lake? And a person? Looks like he was waiting for us.
Sai: Don't drop your guard. He could be a monster.
The person: Welcome, new students. Congratulations on making it through the forest. I am Sylan.
Sylan shows them an ID confirming that he is a guard of Limitless Academy.
Kento: Was this a test?
Sylan: Yes.
Mary (thinking): So that’s why they didn’t guide us here themselves. We had to go through this test.
Leo: So where is the academy?
Sylan: Right here.
Sylan points at the lake.
Leo: What do you mean?
Sylan: Jump into the lake and you’ll understand.
Leo: Alright...
The four jump into the lake and emerge on the other side.
Mary: Are we floating?
Sai:Over there, I think this is... Limitless Academy.
As they slowly descend from the sky, they are amazed by the size and appearance of the academy.
