The video screen flickered, and the playback came to a sudden stop.
Two glowing lines of text slowly appeared across the blackened display:
[Steve's Fifth Life, Preview!]
[The fifth life of Kamen Rider is revealed: Zero-One!]
Across the three realms, the countless spectators watching the stream felt their jaws drop.
"W–what the hell?!" someone gasped.
"His next life… it's another Kamen Rider?!"
The astonishment spread like wildfire.
"Yeah, but I've never even heard of this Kamen Rider before," another viewer exclaimed.
"Zero-One? Doesn't ring a bell at all."
"Same here! I don't recognize it either. But damn, I want to see what it's like already!"
"Exactly! If his previous lives were this crazy, then this one has to be even wilder!"
While they spoke, more lines of golden text scrolled across the screen, providing a preview of the next chapter of Steve's journey.
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[Story Summary:]
It tells the story of "Hiden Intelligence," a cutting-edge company at the forefront of artificial intelligence. The corporation developed advanced AI robots that were widely introduced into society. However, their system was hacked by a mysterious organization known as "MetsubouJinrai.net" (Destruction Thunder Station), who sought to eradicate humanity. The hacked AIs ran rampant, sparking a global crisis.
In response, the government established a special agency to combat AI-related crimes and preserve public order. Meanwhile, a young man named Hiden Aruto—who dreamed of becoming a comedian—suddenly discovered that he had inherited the presidency of Hiden Intelligence. Thus, unwillingly, he was dragged into the center of this unfolding conflict…
[Protagonist's Identity: President of Hiden Intelligence Company!]
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The Extraordinary Chat Group immediately buzzed with excitement.
Funina: "Wait, wait, wait—so Steve's fifth life is actually the president of an artificial intelligence company?!"
March 7: "No way… this time he's not just a fighter, he's literally the boss of a high-tech mega-corporation?!"
Himeko: "That's a huge leap from his previous identities. This feels completely different, and honestly, I'm looking forward to seeing it!"
Hanabi: "Yeah! Just imagining him in charge of an AI empire makes me excited. Can't wait to see what happens!"
Sampo: "+1, count me in!"
Golden Sand: "+1 too!"
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The screen continued to roll forward.
The battlefield reappeared—Steve's past incarnation, Kamen Rider Build (Battle Rabbit), was locked in brutal combat with Ebert.
With a thunderous crack, Battle Rabbit's punch connected, hurling Ebert across the ground.
"It was you who created Kiryu Sento—Battle Rabbit!" Steve roared through his transformed form. "It was you who created Kamen Rider Build! But it is also me who will bring your schemes to an end!"
His next strike landed like an earthquake. Ebert crashed heavily into the dirt, struggling to rise.
"I will use this power," Battle Rabbit declared, his voice echoing with unwavering resolve, "to create a world where love and peace fill every heart!"
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Inside the Super Chat Group, emotions ran high.
Funina: "Oh my god! What Steve just said—chills! Literal chills!"
March 7: "Right?! I'm fired up just listening to him!"
Firefly: "I… I'm actually moved to tears."
Ganyu: "His conviction is real. He fights not for himself, but for everyone. He really will defeat Ebert!"
But on the battlefield, Ebert sneered, his lips twisting into cruel amusement.
"Justice?" he spat. "Justice is meaningless. Destruction is the only true power in this world."
Steve's eyes narrowed. "Then I'll prove to you which power is real."
He activated his Driver again. "Rabbit Tank—Bubble Form!"
With a surge of energy, he unleashed a devastating Rider Kick, striking Ebert and forcing him down onto one knee.
But despite the blow, the tide quickly shifted. After a prolonged exchange, Steve found himself once again falling into a disadvantage. His transformation faltered, reverting him back to his base Rabbit Tank Form.
Ebert smirked. "Back to your beginning, huh? Seems the answer's clear. You've reached your limit."
But Steve whispered through clenched teeth: "Not necessarily."
He raised his weapon high. "Rabbit! Dragon! Best Match!"
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Ebert chuckled, shaking his head. "Do you honestly think that fusion can stop me? Foolish."
Steve shouted back, his voice cutting through the battlefield: "Of course it will! Because Ryuga and I… we are the perfect partners!"
He leapt skyward, energy coursing through his body.
"It's the perfect match to CRUSH evil!"
The Rider Kick landed with devastating force, slamming Ebert into the ground.
At that instant, Battle Rabbit's sword ignited, flames erupting around his body like a blazing inferno.
"Because Ryuga Banjo and I will never be separated!" Steve roared. "Together, we are unbeatable!"
The burning blade slashed forward, striking Ebert and forcing him into retreat.
But then—
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Ebert froze. His movements stuttered. His body, for the first time, refused to obey.
"What?!" he snarled. "Why… why can't I move?!"
From the void, Ryuga's voice resonated.
"Steve… I'm fully awake now!"
Ebert's eyes widened in rage. "Ryuga, you bastard!"
Steve smirked confidently. "Then let's begin our final experiment."
"Rabbit! Dragon! Are you ready?"
"Create a Knight—Upgrade!"
"Best Match!"
"The law of victory has been determined!"
"Vortex Attack!!!"
The finishing move blasted forward. The combined Rider Kick struck Ebert square in the chest, hurling him dozens of meters away.
The impact detonated with the force of a nuclear explosion. The sky lit up in searing flame, the shockwave rippling through both worlds.
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Ebert's screams echoed amidst the fire.
"No… this is impossible! I can't be destroyed! I cannot lose to you!"
His denial was drowned out by the roar of flames. His body disintegrated, consumed by the final blow.
Across the three realms, the audience erupted in celebration.
"He's finally dead?!"
"After everything… did they finally destroy him?!"
"Unbelievable. That monster survived so much—I thought nothing could kill him!"
"Yeah, but this time, there's no doubt. He's finished."
"For the people… this is a day worth celebrating!"
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Inside the Super Chat Group, joy overflowed.
Funina: "Holy crap! That bastard is finally gone!"
Kiana: "I can't believe it… I actually didn't think they'd win in the end."
March 7: "It just proves it—Steve and Ryuga are the ultimate partners! Without that bond, they never could have done it."
Ganyu: "True. But… I can't help but wonder. What happened to Ryuga? Did he survive the final strike?"
Himeko: "That's what I want to know too. I really hope he made it."
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At that moment, Misora—Steve's loyal ally—felt her body go weak. Her eyes glowed green, tears welling.
"Ebert has been destroyed," she whispered. "My mission… is finally over."
With that, the bracelet on her wrist clattered to the ground.
But the crisis was not yet over.
The destruction of the tower triggered the merging of the two worlds.
The magic pillar cracked apart and collapsed, the fragments vanishing into light.
A divine brilliance swept across the battlefield, filling the screen with radiance.
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When the light faded, the camera cut to a gentler scene.
A small, adorable white rabbit hopped across the frame. Steve, exhausted, lay sprawled nearby. Slowly, his eyes fluttered open.
"The Sky Wall… it's gone," he murmured in disbelief.
On a massive screen overhead, Prime Minister Himuro Taizan appeared, addressing the people.
"Starting today," he announced solemnly, "a new government cabinet will be established. Tajimi Kiko is appointed Minister of Health and Welfare. Mido Masakuni shall serve as Minister of Foreign Affairs. Together, we will strive to meet the expectations of the people and guarantee their lives are secure."
Steve's expression hardened. "So… Prime Minister Himuro is still alive."
He clenched his fist. "That means my father's wish has come true—to return everything to the starting point."
He raised the black and white metal plates, staring at them with determination.
"With the power of these plates, and the energy of the Genius Full Bottle, we can accomplish something greater. We can merge the two worlds and transfer everyone into a timeline where the Sky Wall never existed. That is the true new world my father dreamed of creating."
Tears welled in his eyes. "Father… your ideal new world is real now. It's finally here."
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The Extraordinary Chat Group filled with relieved voices.
Funina: "So… this is the new world?"
March 7: "Yes! And in this world, Himuro Taizan survived. Maybe… maybe all the others are alive too."
Himeko: "That's very possible. If so, it's a miracle."
Firefly: "That means no one has to die. Not Ryuga, not Grease… they all might still live!"
Keqing: "That's incredible."
Nahida: "I truly hope that's the case."
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And so, with Ebert destroyed and the two worlds merging into a peaceful future, the curtain began to close on this chapter.
But for Steve, the journey was not over. A new life awaited him—his fifth reincarnation. A new Rider was about to rise: Zero-One.
The next stage of destiny had already begun.
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