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In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, a seasoned player unexpectedly finds himself transmigrated into the very game he once mastered—Caldera. However, his new life as a ruler comes with a crushing twist: severe debuffs and harsh restrictions on his talents make survival nearly impossible. Against overwhelming odds, he fights tooth and nail to carve out a legacy. Despite his brilliance in strategy and marvels in combat, failure becomes his ultimate fate.

But fate offers him another chance.

Reborn at the start of the game, now without the crippling debuffs and armed with all the knowledge, experience, and hard-won lessons of his previous life, he faces the world anew.

This novel is a bit fast-paced compared to current mainstream trends. It will delve into human nature and how far people are willing to go for meager profit. Most characters will be evil, and even the good ones only appear good because the actions they take align with their own interests, rather than being motivated by true goodness.

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Lord of Caldera

Is this what an artist's vision of a muse might look like?

"Is this really the same lady we met before?" Toby murmured, staring at Eldira in disbelief. Even Ray covered her mouth, clearly taken aback, while Max alone managed a small, knowing smile.

"I had the same reaction the first time I saw her like this," Max said. "But I'm quite used to it by now."

"Then I suppose I've failed," Eldira said with a playful smile. "My goal was to captivate everyone I meet, even those who see me every day."

"Even a goddess of beauty would struggle with that, Lady Eldira."

There was a playful glint in her eyes, and it was clear that Max had grown comfortable around her. She'd likely visited quite often with the Grand Duke during Sylas's absence.

"But you, as always, remain unfazed," Eldira said, looking at Sylas. "I thought after so long, I'd surprise you."

"Well, your appearance alone was quite the surprise."

Chapter 229