The world of Devia was never truly quiet, but today, a storm was coming.
Leon stood on a high mountain peak, gazing across the vast land below.
It was still early morning, but soon—millions of players would begin logging in.
The once-empty towns would be bustling. The beginner zones would be overrun. Chaos would unfold as players struggled to adapt to this world.
But Leon was different.
This was no mere game to him.
This was his reality.
And when the world eventually merged with Earth, only those who had truly mastered Devia would rule the future.
Leon had no intentions of being left behind.
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The First Login
9:00 AM (Server Time)
> [Welcome to Devia.]
[Initializing Player Registration…]
Across the world, countless new players found themselves awakening in small towns, cities, and beginner areas.
Some appeared in crowded marketplaces, staring in awe at the stunningly realistic world. Others found themselves in training fields, surrounded by tutorial NPCs.
And then there were those who immediately sprinted toward the wilderness, eager to start their journey.
However—none of them realized something was different this time.
In his past life, the game had started as an MMORPG, bound by normal mechanics.
But now, Leon had already changed the course of history.
Powerful legacies were already taken.
Hidden beasts had already been tamed.
Certain events would unfold differently.
And among the players, some would rise much faster than they ever had before.
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Observation from the Shadows
Leon's eyes glowed faintly as he used his Beast Sovereign's Call to scan the nearby regions.
Tens of thousands of new players had appeared in Western Continent's Capital, Valtor, just as expected.
> "Let's see… which of the future powerhouses have arrived?"
Leon had memorized the names of every top-ranked player from his past life.
He had personally fought against them, allied with some, and even been betrayed by others.
If he could identify them early, he could manipulate their rise—or eliminate threats before they became dangerous.
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Notable Players Spotted:
Dante Nightfall → Future War God, one of the strongest warriors in Devia.
Evelyn Starcaster → Genius Mage, later became the Saintess of the Celestial Order.
Kai Silverwind → A mysterious Assassin, ranked #1 in PvP for years.
Alec Drayden → A rising Tactician, would later form one of the strongest guilds.
Leon smirked.
He knew their potential.
But this time, he would make sure they never surpassed him.
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A Hidden Observer
Leon activated Phantom Stalker's Stealth, allowing him to move unseen as he entered Valtor.
The streets were filled with confused players, some trying to talk to NPCs, others wandering aimlessly.
"Woah, this game is way too real!"
"How do I check my status?"
"Where do we even go?"
Leon watched as beginner warriors and mages clumsily swung their weapons or failed to cast spells.
It was almost comical.
They were like newborns, completely unaware that they were entering a world that would one day become their reality.
And unlike them, Leon was already leagues ahead.
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First Contact
Leon spotted a familiar face—a young man with silver hair and a confident smirk, walking toward a weapon shop.
Dante Nightfall.
In his past life, Dante had been a nobody at first, but within a year, he became the strongest warrior in Devia.
He was an unstoppable force, someone who could challenge even legendary monsters alone.
Leon watched him closely.
This time, he wouldn't let Dante rise so easily.
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Leon's Next Move
Leon had three choices now.
1. Approach Dante early and form an alliance.
2. Sabotage Dante's growth and eliminate him before he becomes a threat.
3. Stay hidden and let events unfold naturally.
Leon narrowed his eyes.
The game had changed.
And so had he.
This time, he would be the one pulling the strings.
And soon, the entire world of Devia—and the players within it—would learn his name.
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