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In 2036, mankind steps foot on Mars for the first time.
In 2052, Earth holds the first World Martial Arts Tournament, a global martial arts competition watched by the entire planet.

Top professional gladiator, “Spear Demon” Xu Jingming, retires at the prime age of 26 with a body ridden with injuries. 

One day, the United Nations announces that mankind would be ushering in a new era for human evolution. Advanced technology had been found on Mars, a secret kept to this day. Research had been carried out to use science to augment human evolution.

All of mankind can now evolve themselves by partaking in this VR experience using the freely distributed VR headset. 

How will Xu Jingming use this opportunity for all mankind to his advantage?

Cosmic Professional Gladiator

CKtalon

Xu Jingming was walking with his wife in the district. There were clearly many residents in the district, and it was only slightly past 8 p.m., but it was almost impossible to see anyone walking.

"It feels like people are staying home more often these days," Li Miaomiao said. "Even walking is much less common."

"People used to take a stroll for exercise," Xu Jingming said with a smile. "Now that there's the evolutionary method, the body is very healthy. Naturally, fewer and fewer people are taking strolls! Moreover, with the guidance of the entire Earth Alliance, people are more focused on the virtual world and evolution."

Li Miaomiao nodded and looked at the time on her watch. "It's about time; let's go back. The World Martial Arts Tournament will be held tonight."

Gathering