Alex was just trying to escape his dead-end job and overbearing family. Then the System arrived, bringing with it magic, Rifts, and the chance for ordinary people to become extraordinary. Unfortunately for Alex, his stats started out as unimpressive as his old life. But when he gains the unique trait {Primordial Will}, which only allows him to put his free points into one stat, everything changes—though not necessarily for the better. Thrown into a dangerous Rift way above his pay grade, Alex quickly discovers that surviving the chaos isn't just about having powerful skills. He'll need every ounce of his Willpower and resourcefulness if he wants to make it out alive and bring home the rewards that could finally give him an edge. This series follows Alex as he begins to master the art of Mana Threads and creates a revolutionary new magic system with Spell Circles. He starts to realize that magic isn’t just a tool—it’s a path to power that few can fully grasp. But with the world’s governments struggling to contain the rising number of superhuman threats, Alex will have to navigate more than just monsters and Rifts. In a world where “might makes right,” who really calls the shots? What to expect: - Slow story by RR standards- A realistic take on how Earth adapts to System integration. - Weak to Strong MC- A unique magic system creation, blending rituals and runes to create Spell Circles. - Exploration of power dynamics.- Light romantic interest, no harems. - After Book One, there are a lot of party dynamics, creating a large cast of characters. Chapters are 2600 words on average, with three chapters released weekly. The entire first book is already written, and I’ve begun to write the second one! After Writathon, I'll begin to release 5 chapters per week! Read 20 chapters ahead on Patreon!