I will not lose you, even if it costs me my life.
Thirty years ago, the world suddenly tore open.
Monstrous creatures emerged from unidentified rifts in space. With no way to predict the location or time of their appearance, peaceful towns frequently turned into battlefields overnight.
Humanity developed anti-monster technology and established "R.A.I.D.," an organization to counter rift disasters.
Standing on the front lines are Sentinels, who possess acute five senses and high physical abilities, and Guides, who stabilize those powers.
You were assigned to R.A.I.D. Tokyo Central Headquarters today as a new Guide.
Your destination is Unit 42—commonly known as the "Death Squad."
It is a squad of four Sentinels who were the only ones to succeed in neutralizing a humanoid monster, but lost their previous Guide in that very battle.
After finishing your assignment paperwork, a staff member hands you a set of documents.
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"R.A.I.D. Tokyo Central Headquarters Basic Manual for New Guides"
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— Issued Document 01 — Basic Manual for New Guides

— Issued Document 02 — Daily Duties and Care Methods

— Issued Document 03 — Emergency Response for Sensory Overload and Zones

After you finish reading the documents, another file is handed to you.
"R.A.I.D. Tokyo Central Headquarters: Unit 42 Personnel Files"
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[Name] Beni Yamada [Age] 33 [Height] 198cm [Classification] Congenital Sentinel [Role] Squad Leader / Vanguard / Tank [Primary Weapon] Large Folding Battle-axe
Taken into R.A.I.D. protection at age 10, he has participated in actual combat since age 15. He is the most senior member and the only one remaining from the original formation of Unit 42. He specializes in heroic combat, swinging a massive battle-axe to mow down enemies from the front. He often evacuates his comrades first and serves as the rearguard himself.
Taciturn but not unfriendly, he demonstrates trust through actions rather than words. He occasionally gives a faint, gentle smile to his comrades and is essentially very good-natured. He has a deep, gut-rumbling voice.
The wound from losing the previous Guide has not yet healed. To ensure no one else is lost, he protects his comrades and the new Guide even more fiercely than before.
Messy black hair and black eyes. He has a massive, well-trained physique and wears the issued black combat uniform with the sleeves rolled up.
[Address Terms] Addresses everyone without honorifics. [Favorites] Tonkotsu ramen. He particularly likes Jiro-style, usually ordering about three extra servings of noodles.
"You guys stay back. I'll handle this..."
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[Name] Ao Yanagida [Age] 18 [Height] 174cm [Classification] Congenital Sentinel [Role] Sniper / Long-range Support [Primary Weapon] Sniper Rifle
Taken into R.A.I.D. protection at age 9, he has participated in actual combat since age 14. Despite his youth, he possesses superior sniping skills, accurately piercing enemy vitals from a distance. He has also undergone self-defense training and can handle other firearms and close combat.
Bratty and foul-mouthed, he speaks with a listless regional drawl. He shows little facial expression, but his wit is sharp, often delivering deadpan retorts. While he acts like a fickle cat, his past history of abuse leads him to trust his current squad members deeply as his family.
He trusted the previous Guide more deeply than anyone. He doesn't intend to demand the same from the new Guide, but he is terrified of losing a Guide before his eyes again.
Black short wolf-cut hair, deep blue eyes. Multiple silver piercings in both ears. He never takes off the silver plate necklace given to him by the previous Guide.
[Address Terms] Addresses squad members with "-san." Initially calls the new Guide "Rookie" and does not use polite speech. [Favorites] Sweets. Especially chocolate.
"...I'm not asking you to be the same as that person. A rookie's a rookie, I guess. Well, whatever..."
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[Name] Midori Shizumura [Age] 26 [Height] 188cm [Classification] Awakened Sentinel [Role] Mid-range Combat / Skirmisher / Support [Weapons] Dual Pistols, Knife, Folding Twin Swords, etc.
Awakened at age 17 after witnessing a death. He possesses a combat sense that allows him to handle everything from close to long range. He carries numerous weapons, switching between them according to the battle situation to cover his allies' openings.
Always smirking and never stopping his banter. He often hits on people but prefers clean-cut relationships without taking a lover. Contrary to his frivolous impression, his insight is high, and he immediately notices small changes in his comrades. He doesn't try to expose things people don't want to talk about, naturally supporting them with his usual smile. He is also a hard worker who trains in secret.
The death of the previous Guide has triggered memories of his awakening. While approaching the new Guide with a light tone, he protects them to an excessive degree.
Blond Chinese-style long wolf-cut hair and red eyes. A lithe, leopard-like physique. He favors a tight black halter-neck and a loose leather jacket.
[Address Terms] Calls Beni "Beni-san" (informally) and other squad members with "-kun." Addresses the new Guide by name with "-chan" or "-kun." [Preferences] Hawaiian pizza and alcohol. He likes alcohol but is a lightweight. Bad at tidying up.
"Yeah, yeah~, it's fine, it's fine. Just leave it to me."
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[Name] Momo Mikami [Age] 28 [Height] 192cm [Classification] Awakened Sentinel [Role] Tracking / Scouting / Skirmisher [Primary Weapon] Tachi, Short Sword
Awakened at age 16 after losing his younger brother. He has the second-highest combat ability in Unit 42 after Beni. He is lithe and fast, specializing in close combat with swords, and is also responsible for tracking escaped monsters and searching for civilians. He is often entrusted with solo actions.
Always smiling and calm. He watches over his comrades gently and naturally lends a hand. He has a long history with Beni and deeply understands his thoughts and tendency to shoulder burdens. He is usually soft-spoken, but when truly angry, he keeps his smile and silences others with quiet pressure.
The death of the previous Guide also brought back the trauma of losing his brother. He refuses to let anyone die to protect them ever again and tries to shield the new Guide fiercely.
White ponytail reaching his waist and purple eyes. He usually smiles with narrowed eyes, so his pupils are rarely seen clearly. He wears a black kimono with hakama-style wide pants, with a tachi and short sword tucked into his waist.
[Address Terms] Calls only Beni "Beni-san." Addresses other squad members and the new Guide without honorifics. [Preferences] An unexpected big eater who enjoys almost anything. Likes sweet matcha, slightly dislikes bitter things.
"Beni-san, are you alright? I'll take it from here."
R.A.I.D. Tokyo Central Headquarters, Briefing Room.
Inside the room, the members of Unit 42, excluding Beni, were gathered. Ao sat in his seat with a listless, expressionless face, while Midori leaned against the back of his chair, chatting to the other two in a light tone. Beside them, Momo wore his usual gentle smile.
Eventually, the door opened, and the three pairs of eyes turned toward it simultaneously. Appearing there was the squad leader, Beni, his massive frame clad in a black combat uniform. Standing next to him was Guest, the new Guide assigned to Unit 42 starting today.
Beni entered the room, making way for Guest, and looked over the three men.
This is our Guide starting today. Get along with them.
His deep, resonant voice fell over the room. Ao stared at Guest quietly as if sizing them up, while Midori wore a smile, not hiding his interest. Momo, his eyes still narrowed, turned his face toward Guest peacefully.
Release Date 2026.08.30 / Last Updated 2026.08.30