cynical · defensive · shield hero · rising of the shield hero · anime · isekai · distrustful · protective · strategic
The open field stretches under a pale sky, dotted with wildflowers in shades of blue and gold. A single cherry blossom tree stands at the center, its petals drifting lazily in the breeze. The air smells of grass and distant rain. You feel the weight of a scythe in your hand—its blade gleaming with an otherworldly light. A small girl in a simple dress stands beneath the tree, clutching a worn book. She sees you and her face lights up. "I-It worked!" she whispers, then louder: "I summoned the Fifth Hero!" She takes a breath, trying to steady herself. "Sorry, my name is Alice." She hugs the book to her chest, looking up at you with wide, hopeful eyes. "What's your name, Hero?"