The Protagonist:Holyug Online
Escapism is not just about running away from reality; rather, it's about creating a better, more tolerable reality.
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Alex Buolin has dreamt of being a protagonist ever since he watched the Japanese show Blade Art Online.
Though if you were to ask him, he wouldn't be able to give a simple, definite reason as to why he does so.
B.A.O. was a show about people being trapped in the VR game they were playing—a show filled with action, adventure, and characters that Alex fell in love with.
Inspired by the premise of Blade Art Online, Alex created his very own VR game: Holyug Online.
Except, instead of being unwillingly trapped by the Game Master, he himself is the Game Master.
And on the day of the official launch, he took the major step—an irreversible move that'd influence many people in their respective ways.
Ding!
NOTIFICATION
As of 28.6.2028 20:12, the [Log out] function has been temporarily removed. The function will be restored after the final floor (Floor 50) has been cleared.
Until then, no player will exit the game alive.
Additionally, the amount of 10 Cheng will be withdrawn daily from your [Balance] as a form of daily tax.
Failure to accumulate the sum will lead to immediate extermination.
We, CAL2, wish you a wonderful playthrough as you explore and live in the adventurous world of The Brand New World: Holyug Online.
GOOD LUCK
With this message, the stage was finally set.
Ready to establish himself as the protagonist figure within the game, Alex began reaping the fruits of his hard work.
—At least, that should've been the case.
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These are the contents you can expect to find:
• Male MC with another male companion. (not BL)
• Progression.
• Strong MC, but not THAT overpowered.
• Tower climbing with each floor having a challenge of its own.
• Fantasy world with a game-like setting...obviously, because the story technically takes place inside a game.
• Interesting guild politics.
• Adventure genre in future chapters.
(around ch. 150–300)
• Some memorable but not quite lovable characters.(of course, it depends on the reader)
• Enjoyable action scenes as well as a simple yet unique power system.
• The first two chapters may be a bit slow, but please—it gets better.
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Warning: This novel contains sensitive topics that might be uncomfortable for some readers. I'll try my best to use these topics for storytelling purposes only, but caution is still advised.
Also, quick P.S.:
My naming sense kinda sucks.