Scene 1: Testing the Power
The next morning, Ruel trains with his new ability.
Crimson flames rotate around him like living creatures.
Scene 2: The Watching Subjects
The awakened Subjects stare at him in awe.
"You're different now," one says.
Ruel replies quietly,
"Because I've changed."
Scene 3: R-18 Arrives
Suddenly the air becomes cold.
R-18 appears behind them.
"You have evolved," he says calmly.
Scene 4: A Test of Strength
R-18 crosses his arms.
"Let's see how far your evolution goes."
Ruel ignites his crimson flame.
Scene 5: Clash of Power
Ruel launches a wave of fire.
R-18 expands his suppression field.
But this time—
The flames do not completely disappear.
Scene 6: R-18's Surprise
For the first time, R-18 looks surprised.
"Your fire resists suppression."
Scene 7: The Crimson Burst
Ruel compresses his energy again.
The flame in his palm shrinks.
Then—
Crimson explosion.
The ground splits open.
Scene 8: Equal Ground
R-18 steps back slightly.
Then smiles faintly.
"Now you are a true rival."
Scene 9: R-00 Watches
High above the city, R-00 observes the battle.
"The balance is shifting…"
Scene 10: Saif's Excitement
Dr. Saif watches through surveillance screens.
His eyes shine with excitement.
"Magnificent."
Scene 11: The War Expands
Across the city, more awakenings begin.
Heat waves spread.
Chaos grows.
The city trembles.
Scene 12: Three Leaders
Now three leaders stand at the center of evolution:
Ruel – Crimson Fire
R-18 – Suppression Heat
R-00 – Void Balance
Scene 13: A New Name
R-18 looks directly at Ruel.
"You deserve a new title."
Ruel asks,
"What title?"
Scene 14: The Flame King
R-18 answers calmly,
"Flame King."
Ruel says nothing.
But the crimson fire around him burns brighter.
Scene 15: The Next War
Thunder rumbles above the city.
The sky glows red.
Ruel looks toward the horizon.
"The real war begins now."
Crimson flames rise around him.
The War Arc has truly begun.