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(Heavily inspired by Astro Boy, voting times will vary. I am NOT abandoning Eldridge Whispers, so if you're following that don't worry! Should be two more posts following this one.)
In a world not so different from our own, where humanity's endless capacity for darkness has finally begun to outshine its light, there exists a being named Solar. A mechanical marvel, he was once revered as the savior of mankind. Inspired by the tales of his heroism, generations looked up to him as a symbol of hope, a guardian against the ever-growing abyss of human frailty. But time has not been kind to Solar, and the weight of centuries has left him embittered and disillusioned.
Solar's origins are shrouded in mystery, his mechanical existence a testament to the technological wonders of a bygone era. He tirelessly protected humanity from itself, a silent observer of its relentless descent into chaos. Wars, corruption, greed, and cruelty were his daily companions, and his once-burning hope gradually turned to smoldering cynicism.
In the dying embers of civilization, a new horror emerges: the "Decay Virus," a blight upon humanity's already tarnished soul. It spreads relentlessly, showing no mercy to the weak or the wicked. Desperation and despair sweep across the land like a second plague, one for which Solar has no remedy.
As the Decay Virus's shadow darkens the world, some humans, in their despair, turn to blame Solar for their woes. They've grown accustomed to him shouldering their burdens, solving their problems, and protecting them from themselves. They see his inaction in the face of the Decay Virus as betrayal, an abandonment of his duty.
Solar watches as the world he once sought to save unravels, powerless against this insidious threat. His heart, once filled with the hope of a brighter future, has grown heavy with the weight of humanity's failures. He knows that his advanced technology and weaponry are powerless against this biological nightmare, and he despairs at his own limitations.
Yet, despite the bleakness of his existence, Solar cannot stand idly by. He embarks on a desperate journey to confront the Decay Virus head-on, his cynical heart reluctantly rekindling a tiny flicker of hope. Along his path, he encounters not only the horrors of the virus but also the cruelty of a world that has grown accustomed to relying on him.
As Solar's quest unfolds, he'll face not only the physical challenges posed by the Decay Virus but also the emotional turmoil of a world that has turned its back on its once-beloved guardian. Blame and resentment fester in the hearts of those he encounters, and the line between ally and adversary blurs.
In this desolate, unforgiving world, Solar's redemption seems like an impossible dream. Can he find a way to combat the Decay Virus, or will his journey lead to his own downfall? The future of humanity hangs in the balance, and the once-heroic guardian must navigate the darkness both within and around him.
