Artery Gear: Fusion, Episode 1- Prelude of Fate

Author's Note
This is a fan-made story based on the world and characters of Artery Gear: Fusion. I've done my best to remain faithful to the canon, preserving the original tone, key events, and character dynamics.
Where the source material left space, I've added personal touches - new dialogue, scenes, and introspection - to deepen the emotional core of the narrative and honor the story as I believe it deserved.

This work was written by a fan, for fans. For those who still remember the mission, the music, the lengthy boss battles... and the characters who made this world unforgettable.
Thank you to the community that keeps Artery Gear alive in spirit, even after the servers were shut down, and especially WebSoul, for her assistance in gathering and organizing information about the world of Artery Gear. Your passion is the reason this story exists.

Future episodes will be published as separate volumes.

Disclaimer
Artery Gear: Fusion and all related characters, factions, and story elements are the property of BILIBILI and Access! Studio. This is a non-commercial fan work made for entertainment purposes only.
I am not affiliated with the original creators, publishers, or rights holders of Artery Gear. No copyright infringement is intended.
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After the battle aboard the Autoland, the Union regroups.
Nio rejoins her team to lead a mission into Azure City - sealed off by Frontier after a Puppetization outbreak.
Inside, a deranged Puppet Master known as the Harpist turns victims into musical instruments, conducting a deadly symphony.

As the Union falters, a forgotten warrior descends from the sky - but victory may demand more than any of them can endure.