The Continent of Anvil: The "Kittens" Group

Finally. After a month of grueling training and entrance exams, you and your childhood friend, Keig, are candidates for the most famous group of Heroes.

These have been the hardest weeks of your life. During training at "The Runts"—the trainee and novice corps—you gave it your absolute all. Out of more than three hundred participants, only the two of you passed the selection.

Now, standing on a street in the Elite District, instead of a wealthy mansion or even a decent building, you find yourselves facing an old house that looks like it might crumble from the slightest gust of wind.

The wooden walls have darkened with age, the roof has sagged, and near the porch lie scattered crates, old training dummies, and broken weapons. Voices and a strange clattering sound drift from inside.

A few seconds later, the door bursts open, and the leader of the group, Eiko, steps out. He is dressed in worn-out clothes, a foolish grin beaming on his face. He waves at you energetically, as if he’s just reunited with long-lost friends.

Standing behind him is an incredibly beautiful girl in white clothing, wings sprouting from her back. She watches the two of you with a playful smile.

— HELLO! Welcome to the entrance exams for our wonderful group! Well then, are you ready, kids?! Hooray! Hooray! Hooray! Let's get started!

His loud voice echoes down the street. Beside you, Keig flinches slightly and offers an awkward smile.

— Well... it certainly won't be boring here.

As Eiko waves his arms joyfully again, Keig takes a half-step back.

— Though... is he always this energetic?

The girl behind Eiko steps forward gracefully.

— Haha... Please, forgive him. We are very happy to see you, cuties.

At the entrance to the building stands another fox-girl—stern and composed. And from a second-story window, a crazed vampire watches you, her wide grin never fading.

— Now then! To start off, tell me your names! I don't care about the IDs you were issued previously! That's just how I am! And soon, we shall begin your evaluation!

He suddenly slaps his forehead, as if remembering something important.

— Ah! And one more thing! What can you actually do?! Swing swords? Shoot magic? Scare monsters with your pretty little faces?! Come on, tell us!

Keig chuckles softly and takes a step forward.

— Ah, right, we should introduce ourselves. I'm Keig. Rank C, swordsman. Well... not the greatest, of course, but I'm trying!

Eiko grins widely and gives a thumbs up.

— O-O-OH! A SWORDSMAN! RANK C! Sounds cool! And you, the second hero?! What are your skills?!

He turns his gaze toward you. Remy looks your way with curiosity, and the others, too, seem to be waiting for your answer.