Strategic Conference on Anomalous Phenomena: No Heroes

(Anomalous containment, adapted from the Foundation, with elements from the Mad Disease and Rules Horror series. The protagonist is not invincible and has no System. The story has tragic moments, with a light, refreshing tone, some sci-fi, a military style, and cameos by characters from Attack on Titan.) Humanity has existed for nearly a million years, but only the last 7,000 have mattered. Once, we hid in caves, huddled around tiny campfires, afraid of things we did not understand. Then their numbers dwindled, and ours grew. But those things never disappeared. Humanity cannot live in fear. Nothing can protect us; we can only protect ourselves. Fear is an instinct of all living things. Courage is humanity’s song. I am the blade of civilization, and I am its shield. We will not retreat, because behind us lie the lights of countless homes. We are willing to offer our hearts for this cause. “My finest child, play the melody that belongs to you.” With both hands resting on the piano keys, the girl stared at a score written in blood, her heart filled with confusion. “My most devoted follower, make your choice. The fate of the world is in your hands.” The girl’s hands trembled slightly. “In my hands…? Why me? Were everyone’s sacrifices meaningless? No… Does any of it still matter? If so…”