Kotokari, a college outcast, has spent his life overlooked and underestimated. When a deadly virus sweeps through Nu Tokyo, plunging the city into chaos, he discovers an unexpected gift: the power to command an army of rats. With the fate of those he cares about hanging by a thread, Kotokari must rise above his fears and prove that even the most unlikely hero can make a difference. In a world falling apart, his resolve may be the only thing holding it together.

Metal Munchers are extraordinary, semi-sentient creatures bonded with humans known as Engineers. These Engineers seek out rare and valuable metal artifacts to feed their Munchers, unlocking their potential to grow stronger and transform into more advanced forms. The older and more unique the artifact-such as a 1940s car or ancient machinery-the more powerful the transformation, a process called "Reforging."

In the enchanting world of Idomerry, a vibrant city shielded by towering walls and thriving with a blend of humans and cyborgs, two extraordinary individuals reign with grace and power: Braxer and Venus. Braxer, the prince of Idomerry, possesses a unique and awe-inspiring ability-the power of imagination. With this gift, he can conjure anything from his mind into reality, turning dreams into tangible wonders and defending his realm against formidable foes. Venus, the princess of Idomerry, is not only Braxer's beloved partner but also a warrior with a secret power. When the need arises, she can transform into an Olympian, her size and muscles amplifying to incredible proportions, making her a force to be reckoned with. Together, they navigate the challenges of leadership, love, and parenthood, striving to create a harmonious and prosperous kingdom.

In Arkvine, humanity clings to life on a floating island known as Arkvine, ruled with an iron fist by the Visage Gods. Below, the surface world is ravaged by ferocious Barrakudo, cybernetic monsters that have rendered it uninhabitable. Braxer, a spirited young boy gifted with the rare power of imagination, is chosen by the divine to embark on a perilous journey to find the legendary island of Northberry. There, he must seek the fabled power of Beyond, the only force capable of eradicating the Barrakudo and liberating mankind from its skybound prison. This quest is not only a chance to rewrite the fate of humanity but also a heartfelt pursuit for Braxer to reunite with Venus, the girl who holds his heart.

In an oceanic realm littered with traces of Magick, Crescent Isle had always been the odd one out. For aeons on end, it had been sheltered from the remainder of the world, seemingly as though an enormous invisible dome had been set in place around its waters to ward off dangers, paving the way for a prosperous golden age. However, darkness finally rises to the forefront across the Thirteenth Sea. Pirates, eyes glued onto the island's vast wealth and riches, invade the capital city, Silvermoon Wharf. Crescent Isle's defences hold through arduous tribulations but at a significant cost; with a timeless relic tarnished, a great evil is one step closer to emerging. In the calamity's wake, Cynthia Pryce meets a mysterious albeit familiar old man with but a single request for her to join his longspun journey across the sea to restore the distorted balance between light and darkness. Intrigued by the offer, the girl breaks free of her roots. Suddenly exposed to the vast entirety of the Thirteenth Sea, Cynthia steers down a rocky path of a new reality as she comes to terms with the horrifying state of global unrest. ------------------------------------------ Arc I - Origins - Chapters 1 - 20, Finished Transition I - Chapters 21 - 29, Finished Arc 2 - Dawn of Magick - Ongoing Notice: Temporary AI cover - official cover still pending.