Plunderer

In the year 305 of the Alcian era, society is governed by a system known as “Counts.” Each individual is marked at birth with a numerical value tied to specific life events—whether it’s the distance they’ve traveled or the compliments received on their cooking. Should a person’s Count ever reach zero, they face banishment to the mysterious Abyss. Following her mother’s tragic descent into the Abyss after her Count depleted, young Hina is left with a final mission: to seek out the fabled Legendary Flying Ace. This quest becomes her sole purpose, driving her forward in a world where numbers dictate fate. The journey ahead is uncertain, but Hina’s determination remains unshaken as she navigates a reality ruled by these enigmatic figures. Along the way, she encounters others whose lives are similarly bound by their Counts, each with their own struggles and secrets. The legend of the Flying Ace offers hope, a glimmer of possibility in an otherwise rigid and unforgiving system. Hina’s resolve to uncover the truth behind her mother’s last wish fuels her every step. The world around her is both vast and perilous, filled with dangers that could reduce her Count to nothing. Yet, she presses on, driven by love and the need for answers. The deeper she delves, the more she questions the very foundation of the society she lives in. Will finding the Flying Ace bring the closure she seeks, or will it reveal darker truths about the world’s reliance on these numbers? Only time will tell as Hina’s journey unfolds.