Sixty years ago, humanity was forced to retreat behind massive walls, clinging to survival in a broken world where the old rules no longer mattered. Although anyone can become an "Awakener," Axel only dreams of taking his sister out of the slums and living a peaceful life within the safety of the walls. But the moment Axel climbed over that wall, everything he knew about his life was thrown into chaos.... Why? It’s simple. He killed someone... and awakened. Wait, Annabelle, stop licking my neck! Lira! Will you quit hitting me when I'm not paying attention? And you, girl—are you really going to keep hiding and laughing behind me like that? Last thing—hold on! Don’t rush me!!