Blaze sat on the edge of his bed, he appeared to be in a daze as he gazes at his reflection on the mirror. "Where did I go wrong?" Blaze asked no one in particular as he sinks his head onto his palms. He was seated at the edge of his bed. He sighs raising his head to look at his reflection on the mirror. "That's what you get for being a decent guy, Blaze... I gave my world and time to her and what did she do?" Blaze gritted his teeth as he balled his fist. "She cheated on me, with that asshole of a manager!" He yelled from the bottom of his belly as he yanks his head. "Six years! Six long years of memories, laughter and love, destroyed in an instant, how could you do this to me... To us, Suzie!?" Blaze huffed before taking a deep breath to calm himself. "Pain is the only truth that sticks..." He muttered to himself silently. He couldn't shake the image of seeing her together with her department manager in their own bed. "What's worse, she didn't even pretend to be sorry for he

"Alright, let's take a moment to make sense of the memories I just saw..." Blaze couldn't quite make out everything he saw just yet, his heart sank over some of the things he saw. "I'm an orphan here... A member of the Crimson Stigma Clan which is located in the Reservation Cave or whatever they call it. Geez, the people of this world sure know how to pick a name." Here, the kids would join a special ceremony. If they passed, they'd become Stigma Warriors and get lots of good stuff. People thought Stigma Warriors were meant for big things.But for those who didn't pass, it was tough. They'd have to do hard work and face danger, with no chance of glory because they didn't make it.Blaze realized the gravity of his situation."My Vessel is ten years old and will no longer be eligible for the Clan's provisions. Just great, I'm left to fend for myself in a world that I know very little of, a dangerous world that quite frankly offers little mercy to those deemed unworthy." His Vessel's

Chapter 4: . Blaze wasted no time in seizing the opportunity to catch up with the hunting group ahead of him. But even as he pressed onward, his thoughts lingered on the strange string of energy that had surged forth from his tattooed hand. "I should examine the tattoo later, joining the hunting party comes first." Blaze decided to postpone his investigation until he was done with the hunt. The Nine-headed dragon mark stopped glowing as Blaze's speed dropped down. However that didn't bother him. "There they are!" He cheered spotting them a few meters ahead. "I can reach them with my usual speed now." His excitement was cut short when a giant boar suddenly pounced out from the bushes. It was twice as tall as Blaze. The beast let out a massive roar as it's eyes was fixed on Blaze. "Yep, I really am the most misfortunate soul in two universes." Blaze was frozen in fear, his mind went blank as his body refused to listen to him. That was until the beast charged at him. On pure in

Blaze woke up to find himself in a different area than the last time. "Ugh, now where did that annoying spirit bring me?" As if to answer his question, Hydra appeared beside him. "Hold your horses. You're still in Limbo. Your trial is to fight and defeat an InStigma warrior such as yourself. I've conjured one already," He explained pointing to a man with Red hair. "This is Drax of the Red Fist, an InStigma warrior born 20 years ago. Of course this is but a mere projection of him but he is powerful. Your task is to defeat him." After he finished, he snapped his fingers and disappeared. Drax glanced at Blaze. "What are you waiting for lightweight? Let's get this party started!" Blaze blinked. "What? Cat got your tongue?" "Sorry, I was just amazed by the level of personality a dummy such as yourself was given." "Dummy?" Flames burned around Drax. "I am no dummy! I am Drax of the Red Fist and I will burn you in your tracks." "Blah blah blah, let's fight already." Drax's knuckles

The arena was filled with Many Spirits now, they've all come to witness the conclusion to Blaze' fight. The dust settles revealing Blaze and Gae. Blaze was bleeding heavingly. Gae gasped. "Impossible!" "I am the impossible!" Blaze yells striking a big blow knocking Gae out. Hydra's voice echoed. "And the winner, Blaze!" The predecessors and other Stigma spirits cheered for him as Hydra appeared before him. "There are other forces trying to invade Limbo, prepare yourselves everyone. However, the final battle will still continue. Your next opponent is Zedra - The King of Thunder!" Blaze and Zeldra were facing each other in the arena. They both wote wide smiles on their faces. "So, you're Hydra's next chosen one?" "Seems like it." "That it is, Blaze. I look forward to a memorable battle with you." Zeldra streches his arm for the Mark Bearer. Much to the crowd's amazement, the two of them share a handshake. "I'm going to win but, yeah, good luck, Zeldra." "My, this is the mo