I Eat Tomatoes

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

"Leave the rest to us," said the dean.

"This battle also determines the entire human race's dominance in this dominion," added the Eternal Tower Master, his eyes blazing with a fierce determination.

Having ventured into the Abyss countless times, Eternal Tower Master had no sympathy for those who indulged in Abyss Sacrifice for prolonged periods. While the occasional use of this magic could be justified, if this continued for extended periods… it only meant that those who were corrupted by the Abyss and had lost themselves to its power were beyond redemption.

"Alright." Xu Jingming disappeared in a flash, retreating into the Heart Realm where he could observe the battle from a safe distance. Asinus has a score to settle with me, having tried to take my life through karma before. If it escapes, it will only bide its time and strike at the most opportune moment, regardless of its fear toward the human race.

Memory Corruption