It was more a battle of attrition than a race. The Granite Tower-an enigmatic structure that pierces the sky, the clouds, and even space itself-is made infinite by the System. Countless have climbed. Ursus, Carinae, Argus, Pulsar, Vela, Runa, and the other Godmen are tasked by the Caligo Institute with reaching the top. Each faces personal trials-and they are not alone. The Depraved One is always hunting for new playthings.
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