APRIL FOOLS: The Joke That Killed the World

The Story

April Fools' Day marks the moment global laughter turns to ash when a fake viral joke triggers a catastrophic biological reaction. Human blood ignites, transforming victims into living torches of red, blue, and silver flame. Alina survives the initial chaos but discovers she has become a crimson flame carrier, hunted by both the monsters and the remnants of society. Her sole ally is a cold blue flame warrior who views her strictly as a weapon. He trains her in the art of killing, while she forces him to confront his suppressed emotions. As Alina's power evolves into a new silver form, the pair uncover a terrifying truth. Their heartfire is not a virus but a signal. An ancient entity from beyond the stars has detected the call. Alina was originally destined to be the cure for the crisis. She now must embrace her monstrous nature to protect humanity from the gods they have awakened.