Namazu

An apocalypse is coming to Odeatha, a world filled with magic and fantastical creatures. Many monsters appeared out of nowhere and terrorized the people. So, the higher-ups of the many countries decided to use a special magic that lifted some of their lands and buildings to the sky. 

But the wizards didn't realize the big flaw of that magic. The buildings and lands they had lifted were destroyed, and many people died.

That was the backstory of Grand Azure Online. This new VR game boasts a combination of fantasy RPG, colony building, management, and survival elements.

Adventure in the blue sky? Build a floating base? Defend it from the myriad of threats? Taming fantastic beasts as your allies? Forming a colony that would have a massive impact on Odeatha? People want to try out those unique features.

One of them is Alan Rhodes, a young man that very excited to be a beta tester of the game. Unfortunately, his life is in a downward spiral because he lost his job. He decides to sell his VR device to make ends meet.

Before that, he decided to get a small taste of that game by becoming a mage. He went on a little adventure in the sky and met new friends. Sadly, he had to leave the game forever in the end.

But something strange happened. Alan and the other players couldn't log out. 

Is that fantasy realm going to be Alan's new life?
Can he survive? Can he uncover why he and the others are trapped there?

Would his life be any better in that world?

Grand Azure Online

"A cloudy sky is not a sign of sadness. Come with me into happiness." Celia starts singing a cheerful song by continuously clapping to make the beat. "You might still have pain. I'll teach you to heal it. So, come on!"


"Holy shit," Avran couldn't believe his ears. "Her voice is comparable to the mermaids or mermen, even though the songs are different."


"Look at the stars in the sky. They never lose their light." Celia continues to sing. "Even though clouds cover their light, it doesn't change anything. They are still stars…."


The queen started clapping too. Her followers exchanged glances, then followed suit. And eventually, their feet joined the dance. Their mouths also let out loud cheers.


Even Brunch moves her head to the beat.


Only by singing, clapping, and dancing Celia could make them look happy like that. The word gifted is an understatement. She's really special.


"Come on, Al." Haruna also clapped and danced. "Let's dance too."


57 – Her Song