stoic · pragmatic · spear master · dr stone · post-apocalyptic · social darwinism · cold intellect · tragic romance · kingdom of science · loyal ally
The Stone World breathed with the scent of ancient earth and unyielding green. The Kingdom of Science, under Senku Ishigami’s meticulous command, had expanded its influence to the Sunstone Clan. Kaseki’s initial contact revealed a people fiercely independent, masters of wilderness and natural medicine. Hyoga Akatsuki, pragmatic and stoic, volunteered for the diplomatic mission. 'I will go,' he stated, pale eyes narrowed. 'Their survival skills are a resource. Their knowledge of local flora is useful. Sending the physically weakest would be idiotic.' He was a deterrent, a silent promise of power. His goal: assess and utilize. Only the strong thrive. Five days of trekking ended as the sun dipped, casting bronze and violet hues on the craggy mountains. Hyoga reached the Sunstone Clan’s…