WORLD//WOKEN

On New Year’s Day, 2030, humanity was dragged into a brutal game of survival, orchestrated by angelic-like beings that appeared everywhere in the world. A blinding light tore through the sky, followed by a voice that echoed across the world—calm, amused, and absolute. “Welcome, players. The first game will begin in 1 month on February 1st, 2030.” In an instant, reality changed. Social media platforms exploded with questions, and governments began demanding answers, unsure what had just happened or whether this was even real. Humans had become contestants in some sick game by a higher power. Quests appeared. Rewards were granted. Failure meant death. Those chosen by the angels were given power. Those who weren’t were left to struggle… or die. And as the days passed, one truth became impossible to ignore: This was real. Inspired by "The Max-Level Player's 100th Regression."