Friday, February 28, 1992 Night
It was still only 19:00, but Zaboru had already left the office. He wanted to visit Toki at Bakudan Arcade, check on Toki’s ZEPS rental business, and get his opinion on the state of the arcade market. As he walked through the dimly lit streets, his mind was occupied with business strategies. "For arcade machines, it's really hard to develop, especially the advanced ones. I don’t think ZAGE has the resources for that right now. It would be bette...
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Friday, February 28, 1992 Night
Sakaki was busy working at Bakudan Arcade, where RC Pro AM had become the hottest game. Ever since its release, people had been flooding the arcade to rent the console and play together, taking full advantage of the ZEPS 4-Score adapter, which allowed up to four players to compete at once. The game’s competitive nature had made it an instant hit, and the customization options were extensive. Players could modify their RC cars with different chass...
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Sakaki continued playing the game, and he finally got to experience the Peticopter section. "Whoa! You can fly with a helicopter! Hahaha!" he laughed in excitement. However, the helicopter segment proved to be one of the hardest parts of the game. Strong winds pushed him off course, and enemy projectiles made maneuvering a nightmare. He crashed multiple times, forcing him to retry again and again. "Damn it! This section is brutal!" he muttered, gripping his controller tightly. Despite ...
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Monday, February 24, 1992
Sakaki was enjoying a rare day off. His boss, Toki-san, who ran Bakudan Arcade, had given him a break, and with no pressing college obligations—especially since he was close to graduating—he found himself with an entire day to relax. Despite working part-time at the arcade, his real dream was to work at ZAGE after graduation. After all, he had met Zaboru Renkonan, the owner of ZAGE, even if only briefly.
"I wonder if Zaboru even remembers me? W...
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I'm Sorry, Everyone.
Hello, dear readers. First of all, thank you for taking the time to read my novels.
I also want to apologize if you’ve noticed typos, messy paragraphs, bold characters where they shouldn’t be, and other issues.
Honestly, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately. My workload this month has been exhausting, and by the time I sit down to write, I’m already drained. I don’t have an editor, so when I’m not busy, I usually reread my translations thr...
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Sunday, February 23, 1992
On Sunday, Zaboru continued working as usual, focused on his projects despite the fact that his February game releases had just launched the day before. He hadn’t yet received detailed reports on how they were performing, but he wasn’t overly concerned. He had confidence in the quality of the games, and if any issues arose, he would take them as learning experiences to improve future projects. His mindset had always been to analyze, adapt, and grow, ...
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After eating and taking a shower, Wataru eagerly returned to his room, ready to dive back into his adventure in Dragon Quest.
Wataruni and his party ventured into a deep, eerie cave, slaying enemies as they advanced. The deeper they went, the darker the atmosphere became, until they reached the final chamber. There, a strange symbol was carved into the wall, glowing faintly.
“Hmm? What is this wall?” Wataruni wondered, approaching it. When he interacted with it...
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After eating and taking a shower, Wataru went back to his room, eager to dive back into his adventure in Dragon Quest!
The Battle Against the Dragonlord
Wataru resumed his journey at the climactic moment—his final showdown with the Dragonlord! At first, the menacing ruler appeared in his humanoid form, standing tall with a wicked grin. Wataru smirked, feeling confident. After all, he had grinded levels, equipped the best gear, ...
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Now at level 9, Wataru was ready to push forward in his adventure! His next destination was Kol Town, where he checked out the local merchant’s wares. One item immediately caught his eye:
Wataru really, really wanted to buy that Pure Silver Sword! Determined, he continued hunting enemies around Tantegel Castle, focusing on slaying Drakes until he reached level 5. The Drakes occasionally dropped Drake Black Gems and Drake Jelly—the former could be sold for 20 gold, while the latter served as a healing item. Upon reaching level 5, Wataru unlocked his first spell: Heal, which required 2 mana. With only 6 mana availa...
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Saturday, February 22, 1992
Wataru, a high schooler and Endo's friend, loved playing ZEPS but had always struggled to find a genre that truly resonated with him. He wanted to be a hero—wielding a sword and shield, battling monsters, and embarking on epic quests. So when he saw the box art and promotional materials for Dragon Quest, he knew this was the game for him. Without hesitation, he bought a copy, completely ignoring the hype surrounding RC...
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Saturday, February 22, 1992
Sawada, now a proud employee of ZAGE, was ecstatic as he brought home four brand-new games released that very day. Thanks to his position at the company, he had the privilege of purchasing the games directly from the office at a slight employee discount. However, ZAGE had a policy in place—each employee could only buy one copy of each game to prevent resellers from taking advantage of the system.
He eagerly purchased all the ...
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Tuesday, February 18, 1992
With the February release date approaching, the ZAGE team was busier than ever. The new office building adjacent to their current headquarters was finally ready for use, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion. Excitement buzzed through the halls as employees settled into the fresh workspace, setting up their desks and familiarizing themselves with their new environment. The building had been designed with efficiency in...
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Sunday, February 16, 1991
After meeting with Kyotaro yesterday, Zaboru continued working on his projects. With the February release approaching, he needed to think about his next lineup. His upcoming releases in March had to be special, especially since Sonaya’s console was set to launch next month. That meant competition, and Zaboru wanted to make a statement—ZAGE and ZEPS were still the kings, while Sonaya was just a newcomer.
“Heh, might as well release some heavy ...
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Saturday, February 15, 1992 – Evening
After securing the deal with Yasu Domachi of YaDo Animation, Zaboru continued working late into the evening. His office was filled with the soft hum of computers and the rustling of papers as he meticulously planned his next projects. Then, suddenly, his office phone rang, interrupting his workflow.
Picking up the receiver, he answered, “Yes, Zaboru Renkonan speaking.”
A familiar voice came through the lin...
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Friday, February 14, 1992 – Noon
After returning to ZAGE headquarters, Zaboru wasted no time. While Shinsuke left again to handle marketing matters, Zaboru immediately sought out Kudou, ZAGE’s trusted legal advisor. Kudou was busy sorting through stacks of paperwork, ensuring all legal aspects of the company were managed properly.
“Kudou, I have a job for you,” Zaboru said, placing a fresh cup of coffee on Kudou’s desk. “I need you to draft a ...
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Friday, February 14, 1992
Two days had passed since Zaboru reviewed Akechi’s game, and as always, he was busy pushing forward with his numerous projects. The new ZAGE offices were set to be ready by February 17, and Zaboru had already assigned teams to decorate and furnish them. New PCs were being purchased, and departments were being structured to maximize efficiency. The expansion would allow ZAGE to recruit more employees, develop more games, and broaden its reach in the indust...
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In the second stage of the forest, the enemies remain primarily ninjas, but new dangers lurk in the form of wild animals. Hayate can hide under bushes and trees, utilizing his environment to stay undetected. As Zaboru explored the dense woodland, he noticed a particular bush that looked suspicious. He carefully approached it, his gamer instincts telling him something was hidden there. Meanwhile, Kazu and Akechi, who had designed this level, widened their eyes in shock—Zaboru h...
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Zaboru then started playing Master Ninja, navigating to the main menu, where the options "Play" and "Continue" appeared. Without hesitation, he selected "Play," and the game's introductory narration unfolded in classic 8-bit text.
The screen displayed an 8-bit Japanese Sengoku-era castle with the text: "In the year 1580, during the twilight of Japan's Sengoku period, the land was ravaged by war, betrayal, and dark forces lurking in the shadows."
As the scene transitioned, a...
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Tuesday 11 February - Night After a long day of work at the ZAGE office, Zaboru finally arrived home around 21:00. As he stepped inside, he noticed his father, Zanichi, waiting for him in the living room. His father’s serious expression made Zaboru raise an eyebrow.
"Son, we need to talk," Zanichi said, his voice calm but firm.
Zaboru, sensing the importance of the conversation, immediately sat down beside his father. "What’s going on, Dad?" he asked, leaning forward sl...
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Tuesday, 11 February 1992
Zaboru continued making progress on the February game releases, ensuring that each title was refined, enhanced, and polished to meet ZAGE’s standards. His main priority was improving Dragon Quest, which he envisioned as a combination of Dragon Quest 1 and Dragon Quest 2 from his previous life. The first half of the game would be a solo adventure, reminiscent of Dragon Quest 1, allowing players to experience a traditional RPG journey. However, in the la...
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Tuesday, February 11, 1992
Zaboru continued working tirelessly, ensuring that everything was progressing smoothly. He had already signed the contract with Miyagi Batteries, officially securing them as ZAGE’s exclusive battery partner. With this agreement, he outlined his vision and provided Miyagi Batteries with a blueprint for advanced battery technology he wanted to implement. To further ensure their success, Zaboru even invested a significant sum into Miyagi Batteries, helpi...
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Sunday, February 9, 1992
It was an unusual sight—ZAGE's office, normally a place of focus and productivity, was buzzing with energy and laughter on a Sunday. Zaboru, Ayumi, and a good portion of the core employees, including Shinsuke, Sayuri, Yugo, Yuna, and Kudou, had all gathered in the office, not to work, but to simply hang out. The casual, almost familial atmosphere that had developed within ZAGE made such impromptu gatherings feel completely natural.
Zaboru, who was...
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Saturday, February 8, 1992—another busy day for Zaboru. As usual, he continued working on his game projects, fine-tuning every detail to ensure the February releases met the highest standards. His negotiations with Miyagi Batteries had concluded successfully, with Sai Miyagi officially agreeing to make them the ZEPS' exclusive battery supplier. The only thing left was to finalize the c...
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After Nagi beat Choujin Sentai Z-man all stages with Black Knight, he unlocked the final Sentai in the character selection screen! His heart pounded as he selected it, revealing a Sentai warrior with dog-like ears, a sleek silvery-blue and black color palette, and a ZA WARUDO emblem on his forehead. The warrior wielded a sleek, lean sword and had an aura of absolute authorit...
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Saturday, February 8, 1992
After unlocking King Ranger and completing the game with him, Nagi was eager to see what new Sentai he had unlocked. His heart raced as he navigated to the character selection screen. Sure enough, another mysterious new Sentai had appeared.
This one was unlike any he had seen before—a white Sentai with black engravings and a scarlet visor. His name? Z-Man Killer.
Nagi’s eyes widened. "Whoa! This one looks insane! And why is his name Z-Ma...
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Saturday, February 8, 1992
After a long week of waiting, Nagi could finally play ZEPS again! The anticipation had been building up inside him ever since he completed Choujin Sentai Z-Man with all the starting Sentai members. He was eager to find out what hidden Sentai he had unlocked.
"I wonder what kind of abilities the new Sentai will have!" he thought excitedly as he powered on his
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Zaboru sat in the backseat of his car, chuckling to himself as he reflected on the meeting with Miyagi Batteries. Kudou, who was driving, grinned and glanced at him through the rearview mirror.
"Seems they were about to reject you, Boss," Kudou said with amusement. "If it wasn’t for your friend stepping in, that deal would’ve been dead on arrival."
Zaboru smirked. "Yeah, if not for Ryo, I would’ve just walked out when his father asked me to wait five minutes. They rea...
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Ryo’s mouth fell open as he blurted out, "ZABORU!?" The moment he saw the familiar face, shock and disbelief overwhelmed him.
Hearing someone shout his name, Zaboru turned toward the source of the voice, only to be just as surprised. "Ryo?" he asked, before realization struck him. Ryo Miyagi. That meant he was likely the son of Sai Miyagi, the owner of Miyagi Batteries
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Monday, February 3, 1992
Zaboru and his ZAGE team continued pushing forward, maintaining steady progress on the four games scheduled for their February release. Meanwhile, Akechi had informed Zaboru that Akaishidan would soon submit their game for quality testing at ZAGE, ensuring it met industry standards before its official launch. Overall, everything was moving smoothly, and ZAGE’s influence in the gaming industry was steadily growing, and they don`t have any competitors for...
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