Bookwormd

Ethan, a boy who has always preferred the quiet of his books to the crowd, is unexpectedly plunged into an unfamiliar reality. After waking up in a hospital, he finds himself surrounded by a new truth that forces him to interact with people, confronting what he never imagined existed.

The streets he once walked in peace are now overrun by dungeons that spring up without warning, monstrous creatures that emerge from the shadows, and supernatural abilities that alter the course of the lives of those who possess them.

Now, Ethan must learn to survive in a world where the rules have changed. As he struggles to adapt to this dangerous environment, he discovers that his existence is linked to an ancient artifact, a relic of forgotten times.

This artifact gives him the ability to read minds, but at the same time connects him to a world of hidden secrets, dark dangers and endless possibilities. The weight of this power may crush him... or perhaps, it will give him the strength to forge his own destiny.

Will he succeed in unraveling the truth behind the past and the origin of this artifact?

The Heart of a Hero in Multiple Worlds

Ethan's room, shrouded in the gloom of night. Only the soft light of a desk lamp illuminated the bed where Ethan, wrapped in a warm blanket, was lost among the pages of an action manga.

A sigh escaped his lips. "This fight is epic!" he exclaimed under his breath, engrossed in reading. "The Thunder Sword technique is amazing! You know," he continued, as if talking to himself, "it reminds me a bit of that Katori Shinto-ryu school technique you taught me." A pause, a slight frown. "Though this one is much more... spectacular."

A soft, almost ethereal voice replied. "Yeah, manga tends to exaggerate things a bit, don't you think? But the basis is there. Katori Shinto-ryu is really fascinating - have you seen the video of that master who disarmed three opponents simultaneously with just a flick of the wrist?"

Ethan looked up from his sleeve in surprise. "What, a video? Show it to me! I need to see it!"

A slight delay, as if the System was searching for the file. Then an image materialized in Ethan's mind, like a holographic projection: a martial arts master, with astonishing precision and elegance, disarming three opponents with a single fluid flick of his wrist.

Ethan was impressed. "Awesome! It's much fancier than the Thunder Sword from the manga. Although... the Thunder Sword does have that... Dramatic!" A new thought popped into her mind. "Have you seen any other manga with realistic fighting techniques? I'd love to find more inspiration."

The System replied with a playful tone. "Well, it depends on what you consider 'realistic'. There are many manga with very different combat styles. Some focus on strategy, some on brute force, and some on magic. What kind of style interests you the most?"

Ethan pondered for a moment. "Maybe something that combines strategy and swordsmanship, with a touch of magic. Something... like a sleek but lethal ninja."

A brief silence. Then the System replied, "I understand. I have some suggestions, would you like to see some examples?"

Suddenly, several manga covers appeared in Ethan's mind, each with a brief description. After reviewing the options, Ethan exclaimed, "I like this one! 'Master of Shadows.' Looks interesting."

The System responded in a voice that seemed to be smiling. "Perfect! I hope you enjoy it."

Chapter 7.1: Enter Pages and Screenshots