Chapter 89 - 89: The First Issue and Initial Rankings

On the morning of January 14th, the latest issue of the light novel magazine Ascent of New Gods appeared on the shelves of every significant bookstore across Japan, from the bustling districts of Tokyo to the quietest suburban towns.

The magazine was a familiar sight to Japanese bookworms.

Released every two years, it featured the work of true rookies, authors who had debuted within the last twenty-four months, possessed exceptional talent and a proven track record, and were under the age of twenty-five. The organizers were strict about these rules, ensuring that famous veterans couldn't simply use a pseudonym to masquerade as newcomers and dominate the competition.

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