Light Cones

Post-Op Conversation 4★ · Abundance

"You're awake... Thank you." "You... saved my life, Natasha. The one who should be saying thanks... is me." "No, I should be thanking you... for holding on until I finished the surgery." The doctor and patient smiled wearily at each other and said nothing more.

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 19 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 225 · DEF 176

Good Night and Sleep Well 4★ · Nihility

The dim light outlines the dust tracks, As a young girl mumbles sweetly in her sleep. A silent figure appears behind her. "Well, well, well, you're cuter without those glasses — I knew it." The guitarist stares at her sleeping face, muttering to herself: "Good night, the genius girl that worries a lot."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Day One of My New Life 4★ · Preservation

"So happy I got to see Pom-Pom in new clothes today! I like it~" "Today's my birthday! I'm still as cute as ever." "Today, I finally finally finally have a junior! Isn't that right, {NICKNAME}?" We click the shutter many times without thinking. Do we do that to capture the happiness at that moment? Or to capture ourselves at that moment?

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 17 · DEF 21 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 197 · DEF 246

Only Silence Remains 4★ · The Hunt

"Shouldn't we get off? It's our stop." A chuckle came from above. His eyes moved, but he didn't look up. "To be clear, March always says you're expressionless, but I don't agree." "The train's data bank show traces of an update, but the results weren't saved." "So... which entry were you having trouble with?" He grasped his pen tighter as he looked at the bloody scene drawn in the notebook from memory. "I see. It was the one about you..."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Memories of the Past 4★ · Harmony

An old photo lies on the far end of the table in the guardian's residence. She would always subconsciously move her eyes away whenever she happened to see it. The memories of the past had already become distant, but the dreams of today still linger.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

The Moles Welcome You 4★ · Destruction

"Moles, moles," "Leaving our holes," "Smart moles fear naught foes," "Moles, moles," "Bite your toes!"

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 22 · DEF 12 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 253 · DEF 140

The Birth of the Self 4★ · Erudition

In the beginning, it had the exact same pose as the previous portrait. Looking at the face identical to hers, she was convinced that this was not her. "Impossible. How can two portraits be exactly the same?" She tweaked its joints, opened its eyes, and made its fingers softer. She looked happy when all the changes were done. "Completely different from yesterday. This is more like who I am today."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Shared Feeling 4★ · Abundance

When the doctor found the wounded girl, she was clinging to a machine that had stopped working, with all sorts of parts filling her pocket. She took the girl back to her clinic and treated the wounds. Drops of sweat slowly rolled down the girl's cheek, but she remained silent and her hands didn't stop fiddling the machine. To the doctor, the way the girl was attached to the machine was very much like how she was attached to her patients who needed help. So the doctor did not try to comfort the girl nor did she nag her about being more careful; but rather, she sat down with her to give her a moment of peace.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Eyes of the Prey 4★ · Nihility

In reality, most prey don't realize when danger is encroaching. This one's no exception. The sniper's scope slowly centers on a man throwing banknotes stack after stack, who seems completely oblivious to his impending demise. "So that's what greed looks like. That amount is equal to several of my contracts already... No wonder someone wants him dead." As if these thoughts were broadcasted out loud, the man in the scope turns his head, looking straight into the eyes of the sniper. "I've been waiting for you. Would this much be enough for you to hear me out?"

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Landau's Choice 4★ · Preservation

"Did you not hear me? Don't go there ever again! What could you possibly be learning from those commoners!" "But I've never heard any of the stories they tell about Belobog before..." She pulled her brother behind her, denying him the chance to talk back. "You are both Landaus! One day, you'll face hard choices. Especially you, Serval." She knew that her brother did nothing wrong, but she couldn't think of a rebuttal. She went to bed angry after the argument, vowing to herself: "I will be a grown-up one day. And when that day comes, I will make choices..." "My own choices..."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Swordplay 4★ · The Hunt

Looking rather skeptical, the girl thrust the small sword at her imaginary enemy in an attempt to convince herself that this thing was useful. How can something so feeble compete with my two-handed sword? Do enemies even notice when they get stabbed? The owner of the sword did not seem to care about its size. After all, enemies are defeated by strategy, not swords. It doesn't matter whether the sword is heavy or light, as long as you use the pointy end.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Planetary Rendezvous 4★ · Harmony

She had no idea what to expect when she first started out on this journey. All she knew was that she could at long last be rid of the judgmental eyes and petty bickering of her family. She felt she finally understood what the poet was trying to say. "One day, we would grow wings and forget what it was like to walk." The light in her eyes became the glittering stars.

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 19 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 225 · DEF 176

A Secret Vow 4★ · Destruction

The boy would always make sure that his gloves and elbow guards were in good shape before leaving. He treasured his gloves more than anything because they were tight enough to hide secrets. With this layer of protection, no one could see the bandages on his hand and the wound beneath them. He would be treated as if he was normal, and he would be greeted just like everyone else. That was all he asked for.

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 22 · DEF 12 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 253 · DEF 140

Make the World Clamor 4★ · Erudition

She stood on the stage, waving at her audience, encouraging them to make their voice heard. Songs, shouts, or laments — anything that makes a sound. Voice your thoughts, so others can come to help. "Don't make your heart as cold as this concrete jungle." — Make the world clamor.

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 22 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 253 · DEF 211

Perfect Timing 4★ · Abundance

On a bustling street, he walks and walks. The sunlight closely follows his footsteps. He makes a stop and picks up an umbrella to shade himself from the sun ...and from that prying gaze.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat 4★ · Nihility

The limelight cast on the boxing ring is bright, but no brighter than all those beads of sweat running down his back. He has long been determined to use his two fists to protect those he cherishes the most. After all, they are the ones who ignited his determination in the first place. They are the ones who have always been there for him, be it inside or outside the boxing ring.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Trend of the Universal Market 4★ · Preservation

The planet is receiving a revaluation... "Will this project show that it's mutually beneficial to collect any outstanding debts?" "But we only need to convey one message — our existence." "If it were to have a value of its own, then it must create value for the corporation."

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 17 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 197 · DEF 211

Subscribe for More! 4★ · The Hunt

"Yo, yo. What is up! Is everything coming through?" The orange-haired girl slowly lifts a sledgehammer while shouting enthusiastically at the camera. "Ever seen a pretty girl doing the cinder-block-smashed-on-chest stunt?" "I didn't sign up for this!" The brunette girl cried out loud, only to be met with a sly smile from the girl with the orange hair. "Please. Just let me do this. This is what people would've wanted."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Dance! Dance! Dance! 4★ · Harmony

"Why couldn't Hook do a spinning dance move, just like how Clara does?" She clenched her tiny fists and pouted her cute lips, her chubby little face looking redder than ever under her signature felt hat. "Please, Mr. Svarog, can you please help Hook with this?" Without saying any words, Mr. Svarog began to hold out his robotic arm. "I'm g—gonna be sick!!! Put me down now! Please!"

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Under the Blue Sky 4★ · Destruction

Under the blue sky, fields of wheat were dancing. The young girl was carefully weaving a flower wreath, for her most beloved little sister. That was when they were still the same height. That was when they shared the same smile.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Geniuses' Repose 4★ · Erudition

She pointed at that green rice cake. "The experiment has ended. Time to take a break. I just can't miss this freshly made dessert." She saw the puppet girl frowning in deep thought. "Well, in your current body, you can only look but not eat. I'll make you a box of new ones when the time comes." She saw the mechanical aristocrat hesitating at his own cup. "Don't worry. It's only machine oil. Perfectly safe for you to consume."

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 22 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 253 · DEF 211

Quid Pro Quo 4★ · Abundance

After enjoying an intense massage from the dragon girl, the foxian girl held out her hand and playfully pinched the dragon girl's little chubby cheeks. The little girl then pouted her lips, clearly offended, only to elicit a gleeful giggle from the foxian girl. "Now that's what I call a proper quid pro quo."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Fermata 4★ · Nihility

The phonograph record is being played, spinning nonstop. Even the sounds of all those hoarse shrieks cannot escape the heatwave and are dampened by its tepidity. She seemed unprepared and utterly enthralled by the fascinating melodies: It started with sincerity and anticipation... ...followed by a passionate catharsis... ...with one climax after another... ...until the record's spinning came to a final stop and those hoarse shrieks were no longer audible. "Mission accomplished."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

We Are Wildfire 4★ · Preservation

She got used to people losing their homes. And she got used to people losing their lives. But crying alone was useless. "Wear this red scarf, and then we shall share each other's pain." "We are family. We are Wildfire." The moment that pair of big hands held her head, she could no longer hold back her tears.

Lv.1: HP 34 · ATK 22 · DEF 21 — Lv.80: HP 393 · ATK 253 · DEF 246

River Flows in Spring 4★ · The Hunt

The young boy took a short break from his sword practice. The sunlight was baking his already heated neck. He slowly got into the water, whose coldness touched his bare feet. When the bell chimes and birds tweet, even the people far away would know that springtime had arrived.

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 22 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 253 · DEF 211

Past and Future 4★ · Harmony

The wings of the paper kite in her hands were broken, brutally reminding her of her beloved's tragic passing. She kneeled next to the fire of war, eyes full of sorrow. "If you are the only one left to do this, then our sacrifice would..." Gunfire raged on, painting the sky red without dampening its majesty. She looked up at the sky, eyes full of fury.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Woof! Walk Time! 4★ · Destruction

Pity that no one has seen it... Seen it screw up its nose and sniff around and dive into an empty path. Pity that no one has seen it... Seen it retract its claws, enter the password, and leap into the embraces of freedom. Has nobody seen it still...? A grown dog can now walk itself in space!

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

The Seriousness of Breakfast 4★ · Erudition

Though the table is set... Some people want a cup of tea first. Some people want to take a picture first. Some people want to read the newspaper first. Some people want to write a page in their notebook first. Some people want to play on their phone first. "All of you, eat while the food is hot!"

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 22 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 253 · DEF 211

Warmth Shortens Cold Nights 4★ · Abundance

Lighting a light, she glanced at her friend beside her while holding a mug of warm chocolate. Watching her read the books and notes she gifted her. Watching her expressing a rare smile. In cold nights like this, even the tiniest bit of bliss can chase away the chills.

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 17 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 197 · DEF 211

We Will Meet Again 4★ · Nihility

She had once thought it was some sort of program. How else would it never tire? But a program would never actively discard the optimal solution and bypass her trap. "Seems like we'll have a war of attrition." She yawns. "Time to sleep. Organic lifeforms should treasure rest." The surroundings dim. She suddenly bolts awake, but the residues of data are swept away and destroyed. It all seems like a dream — but the taste of defeat is very real.

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 24 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 281 · DEF 176

This Is Me! 4★ · Preservation

The girl could rock any outfit she chooses, but she was unsatisfied, judging by the dozen sets of clothing piled up behind her. "Will this be the last outfit for today?" She thought silently to herself and looked at the girl in the mirror. She looked extra happy on this day. "Okay! This is me!"

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 17 · DEF 24 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 197 · DEF 281

Return to Darkness 4★ · The Hunt

Even though her sister was close by her side, she could hear nothing. The only thing audible was the voice in the depths of her heart, which only grew louder by the minute. "Big sis's body is cold." "Big sis's body is not moving." A violent surge of fury irrevocably overwhelmed her so much that she didn't even find the time to clear her mind, or to remember this crucial yet neglected fact... "Big sis's body has been cold like this for a very long time."

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 24 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 281 · DEF 176

Carve the Moon, Weave the Clouds 4★ · Harmony

He immediately falls in love with the golden vessel and is about to buy it, but the foxian girl drags him aside and whispers: "Please return at night, Mr. Benefactor, and make up your mind then." As promised, he returns at night. The same foxian girl opens the door and smiles at him. "Please follow me, Mr. Benefactor." A ray of moonlight shines onto the base of the etched plate. The artisan had traced the petals with lines of various depths, and he would not be able to see such details without the moonlight. He finally recalls why this item is called "Carve the Moon, Weave the Clouds."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Nowhere to Run 4★ · Destruction

This isn't the first time he's seen this man. This man had become his own inseparable shadow. No matter how many times he runs this man through with his spear, the man always comes back. He can neither lose to this man, nor truly win. Though he wants to run away, there is nowhere to run.

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 24 · DEF 12 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 281 · DEF 140

Today Is Another Peaceful Day 4★ · Erudition

There is the new book borrowed for lunch and she just figured out a new way to play tiles. If she works slowly, the rest of her job should last exactly till the end of day. She ducks easily into a corner. No one must disturb her in her wonderful off time — not even diviner Fu. Just on the off chance that she does show up... "Then I'll give this milk candy ball to Diviner Fu. She can't be angry after having sweets!"

Lv.1: HP 38 · ATK 24 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 449 · ATK 281 · DEF 176

What Is Real? 4★ · Abundance

"If all the clocks are displaying the wrong time..." "If those bound to promises fulfilled their vows through betrayal..." "If those who sink into the realm of dreams never truly fell asleep..." "If the dead return to life, only to discover their names have been stripped..." "If... if..." He blows out the flame, and in darkness, there is but the eternal ticking of the timepiece.

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 19 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 225 · DEF 176

Dreamville Adventure 4★ · Harmony

"Hello, dear viewers! Clockie and his pals have come to see you all again!" "In the previous episode, Boss Stone discovered that Dreamville was sitting on a wealth of natural resources, and moved to seize control over the city. In response, Clockie joined forces with Brother Hanu and Origami Bird, and together, they sent Boss Stone and his goons running from Dreamville." "But Boss Stone isn't going to be defeated that easily, and this time, he's gathered a legion of thugs to fulfill his oath of turning Dreamville into a crater. In this episode, Clockie might just be standing against the greatest threat he ever faced!" "What scheme will Clockie employ to escape from this crisis? And what new friends will join his party? Stay tuned for the latest episode of 'Dreamville Adventure'!"

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 19 · DEF 18 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 225 · DEF 211

Final Victor 4★ · The Hunt

"You don't believe me?" He provocatively looks at the man before him, then draws out a revolver, empties its cylinder, and leaves a single shot in the chamber. "Seems like I'll need to get you up to speed on how I do things if our cooperation were to remain amicable." He pushes the gun into his opponent's hand, spins the cylinder, and points the barrel to his own chest. He pulls the trigger repeatedly, and the smile on his face remains the same after three empty clicks. "Life is a grand gamble, and I'll always be the final victor."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 22 · DEF 15 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 253 · DEF 176

Flames Afar 4★ · Destruction

"Package secured. I'll leave covering our retreat to you." Their comrade's voice comes through the communicator. They glance around the surroundings, watching as the savaged remnants of their enemies continue to pass through the complex architecture inside the vast and abandoned structure. They are drawing ever closer. "Please hold." After a beat of quietude, a series of apocalyptic explosions rocket up into the sky. Waves of displaced air cast clouds of dust high across the battlefield, and smoke scatter in all directions, the blinding white cleaving light into the night. "You know they purposely planted loads of gunpowder in there, right?" With a rustle, they flung open the cape as if they just finished a leisurely stroll. "Of course." "So, let's light it up. All I need to do is play the part of the match."

Lv.1: HP 48 · ATK 22 · DEF 12 — Lv.80: HP 562 · ATK 253 · DEF 140

Destiny's Threads Forewoven 4★ · Preservation

Destiny always tows the masses onward without reason, and she lurks within the darkness, waiting to inscribe the most crucial of instants. Sorting, matching, shuffling, drawing... She simulates fate's hand in how it manipulates all variables for the masses, seeking the trajectory of truth beneath the visage of a disorderly exterior. Finally, when all the characters are in their place, she brushes over the card faces that are in stasis and assembles the unfathomable truth. "Still missing a card... So, I'll add one in."

Lv.1: HP 43 · ATK 17 · DEF 21 — Lv.80: HP 505 · ATK 197 · DEF 246