Football: 1994, the System Is Already Urging Me to Retire Before I Even Make the Starting Eleven

Summer 1994. After his family goes bankrupt, 14-year-old Nico is forced to leave the England national youth academy, with no team left to play for.

Just when he thinks his life has hit rock bottom, a time-glitched System appears in his mind, often issuing outrageously inaccurate missions:

[Daily Mission: Since retiring, your fans have been suffering from lovesickness. Make a public appearance at the stadium to ease their longing.]

[Main Mission: Sir Alex is furious that you’ve once again refused to take charge of Manchester United. Bring him a gift and apologize in person.]

[Romance Mission: On this day in history, your beloved is suffering from illness. Surprise them and turn the hardships of the past into a miracle of love.]

Nico has his own way of interpreting these absurd missions from the future.

Fans longing for him, suffering from lovesickness?

That means he not only made it as a footballer, but became a legend of the game.

Refusing the Manchester United job again?

That means he’s got a clear head. Let whoever wants to take the job with the highest unemployment rate in the world do it.

A beloved suffering from illness...

Nico glances at the “archenemy” he just tackled into the air, now lying on the ground and grimacing in pain. Expressionless, he reaches out and hauls him to his feet.

[Ding! “Miracle of Love” mission complete. Reward being issued.]

Nico: ...

He knew there was something wrong with this thing!

Aspiration: Sports competition, never give up.