Kael Ardent gripped the VR headset tighter, excitement buzzing through his veins. Another ordinary night, another chance to dive into Galactic Legends, the newest intergalactic adventure game sweeping the world. But tonight, something felt different—like the game was calling to him.
As he slipped the headset over his eyes, the familiar virtual lobby vanished. Stars spun wildly, colors bleeding together as an unseen force yanked him forward. Panic fluttered in his chest. This wasn't part of the game.
Suddenly, he was hurtling through a twisting tunnel of swirling lights — a wormhole stretching beyond time and space. The endless rush of stars and shadows blinded him, and a calm, mysterious voice echoed in his mind.
"Welcome to the Wormhole, player. Survive. Find the Super Gems. Or be lost forever."
When the light dimmed, Kael found himself standing on a strange planet, its sky painted in deep violet and streaked with silver clouds. Alien plants shimmered around him, glowing softly in the darkness. He wasn't just inside the game — he was trapped.
A rustle nearby made him spin around. A tall figure stepped out, eyes sharp and calm. "You're not from here," she said, her voice steady. "I'm Liora. And if you want to survive, you'll need to trust me."
Kael swallowed hard, his adventure just beginning.