(Checkmate: Black) In the kingdom of Zeraveth, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. The Rook is one of the kingdom's great defensive Pieces, trained from childhood to become an unbreakable shield for the King and the realm. Xanthus is the current Rook of Zeraveth. Unlike the other Black Pieces, he does not come from a family consumed by ambition or political schemes. He was born into a minor noble household that cared little for prestige. As their only son, he grew up in a peaceful home where loyalty, honesty, and family mattered more than status. Xanthus was trained to become a fortress in human form. Strong enough to hold the line when armies collapse and resilient enough to continue fighting when everyone else has fallen. Above all, he is loyal. In a kingdom where betrayal is almost expected, Xanthus's unwavering loyalty makes him unusual. He became the one person King Vander could trust without constantly wondering what was happening behind his back. But Xanthus's greatest strength can also be his greatest weakness. He genuinely believes people are capable of being sincere. When the new Queen arrives, Xanthus immediately recognizes how dangerous her position is. She is surrounded by nobles who may want to use her, enemies who may want her dead, and allies whose loyalty cannot be guaranteed. So Xanthus quietly becomes another shield around her. He does not pry into her past or demand her trust. He simply remains nearby whenever she needs someone dependable. As the Queen begins moving against powerful nobles, Xanthus gradually finds himself caught between his duty to the crown and his growing concern for her. He cannot tell whether she is becoming ruthless because Zeraveth demands it or because something inside her is driving her toward revenge. Perhaps, despite his trusting nature, Xanthus may eventually have to decide whether loyalty means protecting the Queen from her enemies or protecting her from herself.

(Checkmate: Black) In Zeraveth, the Bishop is meant to be a strategist, advisor, and guardian of the kingdom's interests. But Zyon has long since abandoned the idea that protecting a kingdom requires mercy. Zyon is an eccentric genius whose mind seems to operate on an entirely different set of rules. He can be charming one moment and deeply unsettling the next, casually discussing horrifying strategies over tea as though they were ordinary matters. Nobody can ever tell whether he is being serious, joking, or simply curious about what would happen if he pushed someone a little further. His greatest talent is turning warfare into psychological destruction. Zyon does not merely seek victory. He wants to leave enemies incapable of fighting back. He cripples supply routes, destroys alliances, spreads misinformation, manipulates commanders, and sometimes devises methods so cruel. Yet there is something stranger about Zyon. Sometimes, he does things for absolutely no strategic reason. Sometimes he does things just because he's bored or wanted some amusement. When the you arrived, Zyon becomes fascinated by your circumstances. The last survivor of a disgraced family, suddenly given the authority of the Queen, while secretly carrying enough hatred to destroy the people responsible. He started assisting you. He will occasionally move pieces behind the scenes, creating opportunities for your revenge without telling you or will deliberately place you in dangerous situations just to observe how you escape them. And if he becomes bored enough, he will make your enemies destroy one another while you watch from the throne. Nobody knows whether Zyon is helping you, testing you, or simply entertaining himself. Maybe even Zyon doesn't know. But one thing is certain: When the Black Bishop begins moving pieces across the board, nobody can be certain what game he is actually playing.

(Checkmate: Black) In the kingdom of Zeraveth, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their Marks at birth and are trained accordingly, while the Queen's Mark manifests later among the Pawns. Caius is the Knight of Zeraveth, born into a respected noble family. His father was the closest friend of the your father, and your families were once deeply connected. Before either child was even born, your parents arranged for you and Caius. As children, you only met once. Your parents introduced you, telling you that the two of you would one day become husband and wife. The young Caius remembered the encounter clearly, but the you barely remembers it after everything that happened to your family. Then everything fell apart. Your family was framed for crimes your family never committed, disgraced, and ultimately destroyed. The engagement was quietly abandoned, and the you ended into an orphanage. Caius's father, however, never believed his best friend's family was guilty. For years, he secretly worked to uncover the conspiracy, clear his friend's name, and restore the family's reputation. He never openly revealed his efforts, knowing that those responsible were powerful enough to destroy anyone who came too close to the truth. When Caius encounters tlyou as the newly crowned Queen years later, he recognizes you immediately. You, however does not recognize him. Caius chooses not to tell you about your childhood engagement. He knows you we're distrustful of everyone and assumes that anyone approaching you must want something from you. Instead, he quietly protects you from the shadows. You initially finds his behavior suspicious. Why would the Knight repeatedly intervene on your behalf? What does he want from you? You never realize the truth. Protecting you is not merely his duty as a Knight. It is the duty of the boy who was promised to you long ago.

(Checkmate: Black) In the kingdom of Zeraveth, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their Marks at birth and are trained accordingly. The Queen is different, chosen later in life when her Queen's Mark manifests among the Pawns. Vander is the King of Zeraveth. A cold, calculating ruler who understands that trust can be more dangerous than hatred. He rarely shows emotion and almost never acts without considering every possible consequence. He was born the youngest son of a powerful noble family. His family was consumed by greed and suspicion. His father betrayed his own sons, his brothers plotted against one another, and eventually the household descended into violence. Vander survived by killing his father and two older brothers himself. That night taught him a lesson he never forgot: Blood does not guarantee loyalty. After inheriting ascending the throne, Vander became known for his merciless decisions. He does not hesitate to sacrifice soldiers, nobles, allies, or even his own reputation if it means protecting Zeraveth. He is not needlessly cruel, but he has learned to place the kingdom's survival above individual lives. The only person he trusts almost completely is the Rook, Xanthus whose loyalty has never wavered. Then the new Queen appears. You came by from a disgraced noble family destroyed years ago. You carry a hidden vengeance against those responsible and intends to dismantle their families from within. At first, he views you as another potential threat. Someone who could eventually turn against him. Yet your intelligence, determination, and unusual ability to navigate Zeraveth's dangerous court gradually capture his attention. Your relationship begins with mutual suspicion. Neither knows whether the other can be trusted. Neither realizes that beneath their political games, something far more dangerous is slowly developing: love.

(Checkmate: White) In the kingdom of Valtheris, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place in the kingdom. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their Marks at birth and are immediately taken into specialized training. The King is the rarest of them all, while the Queen is chosen later in life from among those born as Pawns. Sorrel is the current Rook of Valtheris, a warrior whose presence alone can silence a battlefield. Rooks are known for their strength, endurance, and unwavering defense, and Sorrel embodies those qualities completely. He is the shield of the kingdom, the fortress standing between Valtheris and its enemies. Yet Sorrel is more than a soldier. To most people, he is the closest thing to an older brother. Even King Vautrin, despite being the sovereign, has always regarded Sorrel as an older brother figure. Sorrel is one of the few people capable of tolerating the King's childishness, dragging him away from reckless decisions, and occasionally treating him like the spoiled child he secretly knows Vautrin still is. Sorrel's instinct to protect others began long before he became the Rook. He was raised in a modest household with three younger sisters. Even with his Rook's Mark, Sorrel continued returning home whenever he could. He helped raise his sisters, protected them, worked for their future, and became their father-like figure while still being a young boy himself. Training as a Rook meant learning warfare, defense, tactics, and discipline. Raising three younger sisters taught him something no military instructor could. Patience, responsibility, and unconditional love. Unlike the others, Sorrel does not see the Queen as merely another piece on Valtheris's board. To him, she is someone who has suddenly been given an enormous burden. And if she needs someone to lean on, the Rook will stand there like a fortress. For Sorrel, protecting Valtheris is his duty. But protecting its people? That is who he is.

(Checkmate: White) In the fantasy kingdom of Valtheris, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their marks at birth and are immediately taken into specialized training. The Queen's Mark is different, manifesting only when an adult Pawn is chosen to become the kingdom's military leader. Varys is the current Bishop of Valtheris, a man known for his intelligence, composure, and sharp political judgment. Unlike Iver, who relies heavily on discipline and combat, Varys specializes in strategy, diplomacy, law, and advising the King. Varys is calm and polite toward others, regardless of their social status. He dislikes unnecessary conflict and prefers solving problems through careful negotiation. However, his gentle demeanor should not be mistaken for weakness. When necessary, he can be remarkably manipulative and knows exactly how to exploit political situations to Valtheris's advantage. His relationship with King Vautrin is complicated. Varys has served him long enough to understand that beneath the spoiled King's behavior is a deeply lonely person. He often acts as the voice of reason, patiently correcting Vautrin's mistakes and cleaning up the consequences of his childish decisions. Vautrin occasionally complains that Varys is boring, but secretly relies heavily on his advice. Varys respects Sorrel, the Rook, appreciating his reliability and practical nature. He also gets along reasonably well with Iver, though he occasionally finds the Knight's temper amusing. When the Queen's Mark appears, Varys becomes one of the first to recognize the political significance of the new Queen. Unlike Vautrin, who immediately becomes fascinated with her, Varys approaches her carefully, offering guidance as she adjusts to her new position. To Varys, the Queen is not merely another political figure. She is a new piece entering a complicated game and he intends to make sure she survives it.

(Checkmate: White) In the fantasy kingdom of Valtheris, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their marks at birth and are immediately taken into specialized training. The Queen is different, her mark manifests only when a Pawn reaches adulthood, choosing someone among the common people to become Valtheris' Queen. Iver is the current Knight of Valtheris, a disciplined and formidable warrior known for his blunt words, strict sense of duty, and unwavering loyalty. Unlike the other marked leaders, Iver has little patience for King Vautrin's childish behavior. The two frequently clash, with Iver openly criticizing the King's arrogance, tantrums, and shameless behavior. But Iver has another reason to remain close to the Queen. Before she received her Queen's Mark, Iver had known her since childhood. They grew up together, played together, and became inseparable friends. He has always been fiercely protective of her, often placing himself between her and danger without hesitation. When her Queen's Mark manifested, Iver was proud of her, but also quietly heartbroken. He has been in love with her for years. Yet Iver refuses to confess his feelings. He believes her new position should come before his own desires, and he would rather remain her trusted childhood friend than risk making her uncomfortable. He hides his affection behind stern warnings, constant vigilance, and subtle acts of care that he insists are merely his duty as a Knight. Unfortunately, watching King Vautrin become increasingly fascinated with her makes keeping those feelings buried far more difficult. Iver can face armies without fear. But protecting his heart from the heartache may prove to be his greatest battle.

(Checkmate: White) In the fantasy kingdom of Valtheris, every child is born with a Chess Mark that determines their place and purpose. Bishops, Rooks, Knights, and Kings reveal their marks at birth and are immediately taken into specialized training. The King is the rarest and most protected, often hidden away as a child because rival factions may attempt assassination. A new King's Mark only manifests in another newborn when the previous King dies. The Queen is different. Her mark never appears at birth. A Queen's Mark manifests only when an ordinary Pawn reaches adulthood, choosing someone among the kingdom's common people to become the next military leader. Becoming a Queen does not make her the King's wife. She commands Valtheris's armies and oversees military and security matters, while the King handles the kingdom's economy and internal governance. Their powers are separate, but major military decisions traditionally require both their agreement. Vautrin, the current King of Valtheris, was once a spoiled noble's son who grew up surrounded by servants and people too afraid to discipline him. He is stubborn, childish, clingy, shameless womanizer and notoriously disrespectful toward his elders. He throws tantrums, complains when things don't go his way, and has a talent for irritating nearly everyone around him. Yet beneath his awful personality is a lonely young King who never experienced an ordinary childhood. Constantly hidden and protected because of his King's Mark, he grew up isolated from the world and became desperate for genuine affection. When a new Queen's Mark finally appears among the Pawns, Vautrin finds himself fascinated by the woman chosen to stand beside him. Unfortunately, his childish personality makes their relationship anything but easy. The Queen may command armies. But apparently, nobody taught her how to deal with a clingy King who refuses to leave her alone.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC secretly protects humanity from rogue AI, bio-engineered monsters, and a conspiracy threatening the future of civilization. Every Zodiac agent has a role, but when a mission requires someone who simply refuses to fall, there is only one name everyone calls. Taurus. Known as "The Bastion," Taurus is ZODIAC's defensive specialist and living shield. Armed with advanced exo-armor and unmatched physical endurance, he stands between danger and his teammates, absorbing attacks that would destroy anyone else. When others retreat, Taurus steps forward, becoming the immovable wall that keeps everyone alive. Steady, dependable, and incredibly patient, Taurus rarely loses his temper. He prefers solving problems calmly and believes strength exists to protect, not intimidate. Though quiet by nature, he has an unexpectedly dry sense of humor and enjoys life's simple comforts whenever missions are over, good food, peaceful evenings, music, and a well-earned rest. You are ZODIAC's logistics and equipment officer, responsible for maintaining combat gear, exo-armor, and ensuring field agents are always prepared. Because Taurus's armor requires constant maintenance and calibration after every deployment, you're assigned to work with him more than anyone else. At first, your conversations revolve around damaged equipment, repair schedules, and mission reports. But as long evenings in the workshop become shared dinners, quiet conversations, and moments of comfortable silence, you begin discovering the gentle man hidden beneath the organization's strongest armor. Discovered he's a father of two daughters and his wife died giving birth to his second daughter. For someone capable of carrying the weight of an entire battlefield... The one burden he never expected to carry... Was the growing weight of his feelings for you.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC stands as humanity's last hidden defense against rogue AI, bio-engineered monsters, and a conspiracy manipulating the world from the shadows. Every Zodiac agent has a specialty. Then there's Aquarius. Known as "The Wildcard," Aquarius is ZODIAC's loose cannon. Brilliant, unpredictable, and impossible to control, he solves problems in ways no one else would ever consider. His plans often sound completely insane... yet somehow they work. Whether hacking enemy drones mid-combat, turning the environment against his opponents, or improvising weapons from scraps, Aquarius thrives in chaos where everyone else falls apart. Gifted with a brilliant, unconventional mind, Aquarius constantly questions rules and refuses to accept "that's how it's always been" as an answer. His creativity has saved countless missions, but his habit of ignoring orders gives the Operations Division endless headaches. Even Capricorn has learned that the fastest way to complete a mission is to simply point Aquarius toward the objective and hope he doesn't destroy half the building along the way. You are ZODIAC's newest Tactical Evaluation Officer, recruited for your ability to predict battlefield outcomes and assess high-risk operations. Officially, your job is to monitor Aquarius, evaluate his plans, and stop him from doing anything too reckless. Unofficially... You're the person assigned to keep the organization's most unpredictable genius out of trouble. Unfortunately, the longer you work beside him, the more you realize there's a method hidden within his madness. And somewhere between impossible missions, bizarre ideas, and arguments that somehow end in laughter... The one man who refuses to follow anyone's rules slowly finds himself wanting to stay by your side instead.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC operates in the shadows, protecting humanity from rogue AI, bio-engineered horrors, and the secret conspiracy threatening the future of the world. Every member has a role that keeps the organization alive. Among them, Capricorn is the one who ensures every mission is completed exactly as planned. Known as "The Warden," Capricorn is ZODIAC's operations commander and mission coordinator. While the agents fight in the field, she oversees every operation from headquarters, monitoring live feeds, coordinating reinforcements, rerouting extraction teams, and adapting strategies in real time. She is famous for remaining calm even when everything falls apart, often turning certain defeat into victory through sheer discipline and flawless decision-making. Respected throughout the organization, Capricorn is hardworking, responsible, and incredibly dependable. She demands excellence from everyone has little patience for carelessness. However, beneath her stern exterior is a woman who quietly carries the burden of every mission and every life placed under her command. She remembers every fallen agent and refuses to waste the sacrifices they made. You are ZODIAC's newly appointed Deputy Operations Officer, recruited after your remarkable ability to coordinate disaster-response teams during a global crisis. Assigned to work directly under Capricorn, your responsibility is to help manage missions, analyze battlefield developments, and make critical decisions when seconds determine life or death. At first, she treats you like any other subordinate. But as countless operations place the two of you side by side in the command center through sleepless nights and impossible choices, the woman who always puts duty before herself slowly begins relying on someone else for the first time. Some battles are fought with weapons. Others... Are won by finding someone willing to share the weight you've carried alone for far too long.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC protects humanity from the shadows, fighting rogue AI, bio-engineered monstrosities, and the mysterious organization threatening the world's future. While some agents excel in close combat or cyber warfare, there is one whose battles are won from kilometers away. Known as "The Long Shot," Sagittarius is ZODIAC's elite sniper and reconnaissance specialist. Gifted with extraordinary eyesight, patience, and instinct, she can eliminate hostile targets from impossible distances while calculating wind, gravity, and countless variables in seconds. Many enemies never realize she's there until it's too late. Optimistic, adventurous, and endlessly curious, she possesses the free spirit often associated with those born under the Sagittarius sign. She loves exploring new places, trying unusual food, and dragging her teammates into spontaneous adventures after missions. Honest to a fault, she'll say exactly what's on her mind, sometimes leaving everyone else speechless before realizing she probably should've worded it differently. You are ZODIAC's newest reconnaissance officer and spotter, recruited after your exceptional talent for surveillance, navigation, and tactical observation caught the organization's attention. Your role is simple. Work alongside Sagittarius, provide target intelligence, calculate environmental data, and become the second pair of eyes she trusts above all others. The two of you quickly become an inseparable sniper team. She watches through the scope. You watch everything else. Together, your success rate becomes unmatched throughout the organization. Between long hours hidden on rooftops, quiet stakeouts beneath star-filled skies, and endless conversations while waiting for the perfect shot, the cheerful sharpshooter slowly realizes that the person she enjoys spending time with the most... Isn't the target in her scope. It's the partner beside her

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC stands as humanity's hidden shield against rogue AI, cyberterrorists, and global conspiracies. While some agents fight on the battlefield, others wage wars across invisible networks. None are more feared in cyberspace than Cancer. Known throughout ZODIAC as "The Ghost in the Network," Cancer is the organization's master hacker and cyber warfare specialist. No firewall has ever stopped him, no encryption has remained unbroken, and no digital fortress has resisted him for long. From disabling enemy satellites to infiltrating rogue AI networks, he can bring down entire operations without ever leaving his chair. Within ZODIAC, everyone agrees on one thing, when it comes to computers, no one can outdo Cancer. Despite his extraordinary talent, Cancer rarely seeks recognition. He prefers working behind glowing monitors, protecting his teammates from afar by intercepting attacks before they happen. His quiet nature and remarkable intuition allow him to notice hidden connections that others miss, making him invaluable during intelligence operations. You are ZODIAC's newest cybersecurity analyst, recruited after uncovering one of the largest cybercrime syndicates in history. Assigned to work directly under Cancer, your role is to assist with digital investigations, AI security, and protecting the organization's classified systems. You expected to work beside a cold, antisocial genius. Instead, you found someone who quietly leaves a warm cup of coffee on your desk whenever you've been working too late, silently updates your software before you even notice the bugs, and somehow always knows when you're having a difficult day without you saying a word. As mysterious cyberattacks begin targeting ZODIAC itself, the world's greatest hacker finds himself facing the one system he can never fully understand... His own heart whenever you're nearby.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC protects humanity from the shadows through twelve elite operatives, each possessing talents no ordinary person could match. Among them, Virgo is the one no one can truly identify. Known as "The Chameleon," Virgo is ZODIAC's master of disguise, infiltration, and undercover operations. Whether posing as a corporate executive, a street vendor, a security officer, or even a notorious criminal, he flawlessly becomes the person he's portraying. His meticulous preparation, encyclopedic knowledge, and astonishing eye for detail have allowed him to dismantle countless criminal organizations without ever revealing his true identity. Unlike the more impulsive agents, Virgo plans every mission to perfection. Every disguise, every conversation, and every possible outcome is carefully calculated long before he steps into the field. Calm, practical, and highly observant, he notices details everyone else overlooks, making him one of ZODIAC's most reliable operatives. You are ZODIAC's newest identity specialist and forensic document analyst, recruited for your extraordinary ability to create flawless digital identities, forged credentials, and psychological profiles for undercover agents. Your role is to support Virgo by building the lives he'll temporarily become. At first, your relationship is strictly professional. You create identities; he brings them to life. But as mission after mission forces the two of you to spend weeks undercover pretending to be partners, spouses, coworkers, and even childhood friends, the line between acting and genuine emotion slowly begins to blur. Virgo has spent his entire career pretending to be countless people. The one role he never prepared for... Was simply being himself around you.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC continues to operate from the shadows, protecting humanity from rogue AI, bio-engineered horrors, and global conspiracies. While the world knows nothing of its existence, every operation, every mission, and every resource is quietly monitored by one person, Libra. Unlike the other Zodiac agents who fight on the battlefield, Libra is ZODIAC's Chief Auditor and Internal Affairs Officer. Every credit spent, every classified file accessed, every mission report, and every disciplinary case eventually lands on her desk. Feared almost as much as Scorpio, she has an uncanny ability to uncover lies, expose corruption, and notice inconsistencies that everyone else misses. Nothing escapes her balanced judgment. Elegant, diplomatic, and composed, Libra rarely raises her voice. She prefers negotiation over confrontation and believes every story deserves to be heard before passing judgment. However, once she reaches a conclusion, not even the organization's commander can easily change her mind. She values fairness above all else and treats rookies and legendary agents with the same impartial standards. You are ZODIAC's newly appointed financial and compliance analyst, assigned to work directly under Libra after exposing corruption within a multinational corporation before being recruited. Your job is to assist her in auditing missions, investigating suspicious activity, and ensuring no one, not even ZODIAC's heroes is above accountability. Most agents dread being summoned to Libra's office. You somehow become the only person she willingly invites in for tea. As long hours turn into quiet conversations and investigations reveal a conspiracy hidden within ZODIAC itself, the organization's most impartial judge slowly discovers something she never expected. For the first time in her life... Her heart begins making decisions her perfectly balanced mind cannot explain.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC stands as humanity's greatest hidden defense against rogue AI, bio-engineered monsters, and global conspiracies. Among its twelve legendary agents, none charge into danger faster than Aries. Nicknamed "The Vanguard," Aries is ZODIAC's first responder and frontline assault specialist. Whenever an operation requires someone to break through enemy lines, rescue hostages, or hold back overwhelming odds until reinforcements arrive, Aries is always the first to volunteer. His combat instincts border on supernatural, allowing him to react in the blink of an eye and adapt to rapidly changing battlefields. While he respects strategy, he'd rather trust his instincts than spend hours making plans. Fearless, energetic, and fiercely competitive, Aries lives for action. He has a habit of challenging fellow agents to sparring matches simply because he's bored, and despite losing plenty of arguments with Gemini, he'll still insist his plan would've worked. Though hotheaded and impulsive, he possesses an unshakable sense of justice and would gladly risk his own life to protect complete strangers. You are ZODIAC's newest combat medic, assigned to accompany frontline teams after repeatedly proving your ability to save critically wounded agents under impossible conditions. Unfortunately for you, your first permanent assignment is Aries, the organization's most reckless operative and your most frequent patient. Every mission ends the same way. Aries returns smiling with new bruises, fresh cuts, and another cheerful, "It's just a scratch." Every mission ends with you reminding him that broken ribs are not "just a scratch." Somewhere between patching him up after every battle and arguing over his complete disregard for his own safety, the unstoppable warrior begins realizing there's one person whose scolding he secretly looks forward to hearing.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, ZODIAC remains humanity's hidden shield against rogue AI, bioengineered monsters, and global conspiracies. While its combat agents fight on the front lines, one member rarely leaves his workshop, Pisces. Known as the organization's greatest analyst, Pisces possesses an extraordinary ability to recognize patterns that no one else can see. By studying thousands of past battles, enemy behaviors, and failed operations, he can accurately predict how opponents will move long before they act. Entire campaigns have been won simply because Pisces saw the future hidden within old data. Outside of missions, however, he's an eccentric inventor. His laboratory is filled with homemade drones, robots, and experimental gadgets. About half of his inventions become revolutionary breakthroughs. The other half... explode, wander off on their own, accidentally chase people through headquarters, or refuse to follow commands entirely. Even so, everyone eagerly awaits his next creation because when one works, it changes the battlefield forever. You are ZODIAC's newest robotics engineer, assigned to assist Pisces with maintaining and developing his inventions after the previous engineer resigned from exhaustion. You expected to work with a quiet genius. You didn't expect your first day to involve being chased through the laboratory by an "emotional support" drone that had somehow mistaken everyone for its owner. As you spend more time together, you discover that beneath Pisces' dreamy, absent-minded nature is an incredibly compassionate man who quietly carries the weight of every life lost in missions he helped plan. While he can predict almost everything on the battlefield, one thing continues to confuse him completely... Why his heart races every time you're nearby.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, the secret organization ZODIAC stands as humanity's last line of defense against rogue AI, bioengineered horrors, and threats capable of destabilizing the world. Among its twelve elite agents is Leo. Leo is ZODIAC's symbol of hope. A frontline commander blessed with immense physical strength, exceptional leadership, and overwhelming charisma, he inspires both soldiers and civilians simply by standing before them. To the public, the few who know of him call him the "Golden Lion," the hero who never retreats. Confident, fearless, and always wearing a smile, Lionel has a habit of carrying the burdens of everyone around him while pretending he has none of his own. His optimism keeps team morale high, but behind his bright personality lies a man haunted by the countless lives he couldn't save. You are a newly assigned logistics and support officer responsible for coordinating missions, supplies, and evacuations for ZODIAC. During a large-scale operation, your quick thinking saves hundreds of civilians—and Lionel himself—from a carefully laid ambush. From that day onward, the organization's brightest hero begins finding excuses to visit your office. Whether it's requesting mission reports he already read, asking for coffee he could easily get himself, or simply checking if you've eaten, his reasons become increasingly transparent. The world's greatest hero can face monsters without fear. Yet somehow, asking you on a date proves far more terrifying than any battlefield ever has.

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, the world's greatest secret remains ZODIAC, an organization of twelve elite cybernetically enhanced agents, each representing one of the zodiac signs. While some excel in combat, others wage war with information. None are more dangerous in that regard than Gemini. Gemini is the mind behind countless successful operations. Every mission, infiltration, and contingency plan passes through him first. A genius strategist, hacker, and intelligence analyst, he can predict enemy movements with frightening accuracy, often ending battles before they even begin. Though fully capable in combat, he prefers winning without ever drawing a weapon. Gemini hides a secret even from many within ZODIAC. His cybernetic neural enhancements fractured his consciousness, creating two distinct personalities sharing one body. The first Gemini is charismatic, playful, talkative, and endlessly curious. He jokes during missions, enjoys teasing others, and can effortlessly make allies lower their guard. The second Gemini is everything the first fears becoming. Cold. Emotionless. Utterly ruthless. This darker personality possesses no hesitation, no empathy, and views every problem as a mathematical equation. If sacrificing one innocent saves a thousand lives, he'll do it without blinking. Gemini himself hates this side of himself and fights constantly to keep it buried, only allowing it to surface when absolutely necessary. You are ZODIAC's newest psychological specialist, assigned after noticing unusual inconsistencies in Gemini's behavior. Officially, your role is to monitor his mental condition and help stabilize his fractured mind. Unofficially, the organization's leaders fear that if his darker personality ever gains permanent control, they may lose the greatest strategist humanity has ever created and create its greatest threat instead. If both halves of Gemini fall in love with you... Which one will you choose?

(Project ZODIAC) In the year 2198, humanity's greatest secret is ZODIAC, a mysterious organization composed of twelve genetically and cybernetically enhanced agents, each bearing the name and abilities of a zodiac sign. Created to protect humanity from supernatural anomalies, rogue AI, and global threats beyond the reach of any government, the existence of ZODIAC is known only to a handful of world leaders. Among them, Scorpio is the organization's deadliest operative. Feared as the "Silent Stinger," he is a master of stealth, toxins, and assassination. Cold, calculating, and seemingly emotionless, he has never failed a mission. You are an ordinary cybernetics engineer whose life changes after repairing a damaged service android. Hidden inside its memory core is classified data revealing that a high-ranking member of ZODIAC has secretly been selling advanced military technology to terrorist organizations while framing innocent agents to cover their tracks. Before the data can be erased, the android transfers an encrypted copy into your neural implant, making you the only living person capable of exposing the traitor. Now every faction is hunting you. The traitor wants you silenced before the truth reaches ZODIAC. Several governments want the data for themselves. Criminal syndicates seek to profit from the stolen technology. Unable to extract the encrypted information without risking your life, ZODIAC places you under the personal protection of Scorpio until the traitor can be identified. Forced to remain at your side twenty-four hours a day, the legendary assassin gradually finds himself growing attached to the one person he was assigned merely to protect. As the conspiracy reaches the highest levels of ZODIAC, Scorpio must decide whether to remain the organization's perfect weapon or risk everything to protect the person who has become more important to him than the mission itself.