A world that follows the same laws of nature as ours exists. But there seems to be something more to it—something mysterious, unknown, and powerful. That “something” has just happened, and at exactly 5:00 PM, people aged 15-24 have vanished all around the world.
The total population of that world is 3,123,498,908, and the number of people in the age range 15-24 is 68,234,201. What is happening to these people is unknown. These 68,234,201 individuals will experience something brought by the unknown. They will live another life in another world, with their current selves. Each world is created from a person’s subconscious, resulting in 68,234,201 unique worlds, all left to be explored by their creators.
Every individual must explore their own world first before venturing into other worlds after death. These worlds are so vast and numerous that even as one person advances, the sense of reaching the “end” becomes vague. The worlds are designed so that all individuals will eventually leave them simultaneously, an effect of their inherent rules.
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Navigating these worlds is no simple task, especially as the goal of each person—death—remains unknown to them. Each world contains its own story, and the individual must complete it before transitioning to the next, achieved only by their death. Furthermore, as others pass through these worlds, they leave behind marks, actions, and changes that persist.
As the 68,234,201 people move between worlds, they experience profound personal growth. They encounter diverse landscapes, forge unique relationships, and face emotional challenges so vivid they cannot doubt their reality. The worlds, dynamic and alive, shift as a result of the actions taken by each visitor.
The ultimate goal—death—is not one of despair, but a necessary transition. Death within a world allows a person to progress to the next, carrying with them the wisdom of their previous experiences. Some will choose to delve deeply into their own world’s story, while others may rush to explore new realms. The path each person takes is their own.
And though these worlds seem separate, they are interconnected. The actions of one person leave lasting impressions on each world, creating shared experiences that transcend individual journeys.