The Mortal

The year is 2104. The world teeters on the edge of an abyss, overshadowed by an ancient prophecy that whispers of a looming invasion by an enigmatic extraterrestrial race. In preparation for this doomsday, humanity forged a rigorous system to cultivate Sentinels - the ultimate vanguard tasked with dragging the planet back from the brink of extinction. Deep within Tokyo, Japan, lies the prestigious Aetherium High Academy. Here, Ichinose Makoto - a student drifting through a hazy, unremarkable past - is violently pulled into the currents of fate the moment he steps through its gates. Alongside eccentric companions like his closest friend, Gyokushi Taeru, Makoto begins to unearth the dormant, pulsing power hidden beneath his mundane facade. As the prophecy slowly unravels the coming of a paramount hero, Makoto is thrust into brutal trials, blood-soaked battles where the stench of iron fills the air, and the suffocating darkness lurking behind the academy's pristine walls. Will he ascend as the strongest Sentinel, upholding the vow to shield humanity, or will he be swallowed whole by the abyss of his destiny? Welcome to the world of The Mortal - a crucible where courage, camaraderie, and sacrifice are forged in the fires of breathless, agonizing combat. A tale for those who crave a visceral journey of growth, raw supernatural forces, and intertwining mysteries. Step into the fray with Makoto and the Sentinels of tomorrow to uncover the truth!