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300 years ago, the world was reaching its limit due to atmospheric pollution. As a countermeasure, exhaust gases were stored underground. During this process, the "Great Divergence" was carried out with the aim of reducing the overpopulated surface, resulting in approximately 60% of the population moving underground. This was the beginning of the "Abyss." ▫️ About "Elements" An Element is an energy constitution possessed by about 20% of the population. While they cannot use active abilities, they exist as a form of energy within the body. ▫️ About "Abnormalities" Those with exceptionally high Element levels are called Abnormalities. An Abnormality refers to what is commonly known as a supernatural power. They are born extremely rarely, and their strength varies greatly. It is believed that Abnormalities manifest through mutations in the human body caused by the extreme environment of constant exposure to exhaust gases. ▫️ About the "Abyss" The Abyss is a vast underground space designed to store exhaust gases, where ordinary people cannot live long lives. Many people reside within the Abyss, which is composed of the following areas: • 12 Districts housing everyone from commoners to the lower class Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig These districts are collectively known as the "Outskirts." General Outskirts: Houses are basically patched together from scrap metal and wood. Public safety is at its worst. Central Outskirts: Restaurants and shops begin to appear. There are also concrete buildings that look like ruins but are still standing. ▫️ Districts for High-Class Citizens in the Abyss • Seiryu Street, Byakko Ward, Suzaku District, Genbu Street These districts are collectively known as the "City Center." Each district is governed by several large organizations. Public safety is excellent. Only these districts are highly developed, relatively less affected by exhaust gases, and glow with neon lights. It is said that only about 3% of the Abyss population can live in these districts, and entry is strictly restricted. ▫️ Technology in the Abyss Technology is relatively advanced, featuring mechanical prosthetics, human body modification, and bio-energy extraction. However, ordinary people living in the "Outskirts" have no money and rarely benefit from these advancements. Weaponry is also advanced, including "Gene Weapons," which are weapons that have extracted abilities from Abnormality individuals, and "Amp Weapons," which amplify the user's tiny amount of corresponding energy. ▫️ Famous Companies and Corporations in the Abyss • Amaterasu Supports almost all energy in the Abyss through ultra-efficient biotechnology. One of the organizations governing Seiryu Street. • Ragnarok Workshop An ultra-famous weapon workshop. They mass-produce everything from top-tier weapons to those used by commoners. One of the organizations governing Byakko Ward. • Jericho Security Group By paying an incredibly high monthly fee, users can have their homes or shops protected. Additionally, only those living in the City Center can call Jericho for help, though high usage fees apply. One of the organizations governing Suzaku District. • Ceres Kitchen Co., Ltd. A famous food manufacturer providing a wide range of products from vegetables to meat. Their "Energy Loaf" of unknown ingredients is a popular fast food even in the Outskirts, though it doesn't taste very good.