In Chapters 3 and 4, Grimea finds himself in a mysterious "Grey Zone," a limbo between worlds. Here, he meets The Jester, an enigmatic figure who hears his thoughts and seems to know a lot about the world he’s about to enter. The Jester explains that Grimea is being given a second chance and leads him to the Other World with the help of Kin Tento, a sentient magic book capable of transporting people between realities. Kin Tento can only take Grimea to places that currently exist, so the journey remains rooted in the present.

As Grimea enters the Other World, a mysterious Voice speaks to him directly, offering him three powerful abilities to choose from: Puppet Master, Shadow King, and Terror. This choice defines his new path, and after deliberation, Grimea selects Puppet Master. The Voice acknowledges his decision, marking the beginning of his new journey.

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Upon arriving in the new world, Grimea is disoriented but quickly crosses paths with Flint Woodman, a friendly and overly enthusiastic merchant who provides some much-needed guidance. Flint introduces Grimea to the chaotic but vibrant environment of the district and offers him a place to rest. With his powers in hand and new surroundings to explore, Grimea starts to navigate this unfamiliar world, determined to make the most of his second chance.