Character File: Sydney
Name: Sydney
Role: MC
Age: 16 years old
Personality:
-Confident but self-doubting
-Introverted but talkative when comfortable
-ADHD but hyper-focused on things that matter
-Sarcastic, clever, and empathetic
-Knows basic martial arts and is highly imaginative
Abilities:
-Possesses a cube that transforms into versatile combat and utility tools
-Focuses on close-quarters fighting and creative strategies
-No cube evolution during Volume 1
Key Relationships:
Jane: Close ally and trusted friend (secretly in love with him)
Charriedel: Supportive team member, sees Sydney as steadying presence
Status at End of Volume 1:
-Alive and active
-Survived the "The Trial" with Jane and Charriedel
Team Compatibility: 87%
Reward: Ping System Unlocked
Notable Quote:
"I don't need to be flashy. I just need to be ready."
Character File: Jane
Name: Jane
Role: Combat Specialist / Frontline Fighter
Age: 16 years old
Personality:
-Hot-headed, loyal, and impulsive
-Fiercely protective of her team
-Often frustrated by inaction or indecision
-Secretly in love with Sydney but keeps it buried
Abilities:
-Fire-type cube capable of transforming into offensive weapons
-Primarily uses a halberd, but can shift into chains or net-based fire traps
-Improvises mid-battle when angered or emotionally charged
Key Relationships:
Sydney: Has strong feelings for him but struggles to express it
Charriedel: Teases her, but deeply respects her magical skill
Status at End of Volume 1:
-Alive and stronger than before
-Overcame her future self in a Trial of Fire
-Gained deeper emotional control and insight
Notable Quote:
"You breathe too loud… also, I'm still kicking your ass."
Character File: Charriedel
Name: Charriedel
Role: Mage / Support Class
Age: 16 years old
Personality:
-Gentle, anxious, and thoughtful
-Doubts her worth but always tries to help
-Acts as the emotional glue in the team
Abilities:
-Magic-type cube capable of creating elemental shields, light, and support spells
-Prefers defense and crowd control over direct offense
Key Relationships:
Sydney: Sees him as a grounding, reliable presence
Jane: Looks up to her courage, even if she's scared of her temper
Status at End of Volume 1:
-Alive and growing in confidence
-Faced her older, more powerful self in a cherry blossom-themed Trial
-Learned that hesitating doesn't protect anyone
Notable Quote:
"I'm not ready... but I will be."