The moonlight washed over Kuoh like silver paint across a dark canvas. Somewhere beyond the mountains, Kyoto shimmered in the distance—beautiful, ancient, and dangerous. Leon stood at the edge of a rooftop, his silver hair dancing in the night breeze, crimson eyes fixed toward the horizon.
He could feel the next gear calling.
Nightmare Jail.
A Sacred Gear so rare that even most leaders of the supernatural factions thought it was only a myth. But the System didn't lie. And it was waiting for him.
[Quest Updated]Objective: Travel to Kyoto. Locate host of Nightmare Jail. Steal the Sacred Gear.Bonus Objective: Secure a foothold in the Kyoto underworld.
But before that, Leon had one more matter to handle.
Abandoned Cathedral – Midnight
Raynare sat by the shattered altar, her black wings folded, her violet eyes watching Leon with curiosity and a subtle flicker of reverence.
"You've been quiet," she said. "Thinking about this next mission?"
"No," Leon replied. "Thinking about you."
Raynare raised an eyebrow. "Me?"
He walked toward her and opened his hand. A holographic screen appeared, glowing softly in the dark:
[System Store: Special Item – Custom Chess Pieces (Limited)]Description: Replaces standard devil pieces. These can be used on non-devils, forcibly or willingly. Increases compatibility and unlocks potential.Cost: 7500 SP
Purchase?
Leon selected Yes.
[Purchased: One Bishop Piece – Reinforced]
A shining crimson piece floated above his palm—like a bishop from a demonic chessboard, etched with strange runes and surrounded by ominous black light.
"You want to use that… on me?" Raynare asked cautiously.
"It's not about control," Leon replied. "It's about purpose."
He knelt in front of her, holding the piece to her chest. "I can offer you strength, protection, and freedom. The world only sees a broken angel. I see a weapon worthy of standing beside me."
Raynare stared into his eyes. For once, there was no arrogance, no mocking smirk—only conviction.
"…Then take me," she whispered. "Make me yours."
The bishop piece dissolved into red light and sank into her heart.
[Raynare has become your Bishop.]Unique Trait Unlocked: Blacklight Grace – Fallen Magic + Holy Purge Compatibility IncreasedLoyalty: 87% → 100%
A soft scream escaped her lips—not from pain, but from the sheer power coursing through her. Black feathers burst outward, surrounding her like a halo.
She looked down at her hands, now glowing faintly with sacred symbols interwoven with demonic runes.
"I… I feel like I can tear through heaven itself…"
Leon smiled faintly. "That's just the beginning."
Next Morning – Kuoh Academy
To the students, Leon remained the calm, quiet transfer student. He answered questions when asked, got perfect grades, and made no effort to socialize.
But underneath that normal human mask…
A Sacred Gear killer.
A fallen angel tamed.
A storm moving toward Kyoto.
Raynare, now cloaked in a new school uniform and glamour spell, walked beside him like an ordinary student. But beneath her smile and schoolbag was a deadly bishop, ready to strike.
Rias watched from a classroom window, narrowing her eyes.
"He's building something…"
Kiba looked confused. "What do you mean?"
"I'm not sure yet," she replied. "But if he's collecting pieces like a Devil King… then we might be looking at more than just a powerful loner."
Later That Day – Leon's Apartment
[System Store – New Items Unlocked]• Knight Piece – Enhanced [SP: 8000]• Rook Piece – Reinforced Strength Variant [SP: 8500]• Pawn Set – Customizable and Stackable [SP: 10000]
Note: All pieces are compatible with fallen angels, humans, yokai, and hybrids.
Leon folded his arms.
"Soon… I'll build more than a peerage."
He turned toward Raynare.
"I'll build a kingdom."