Dies irae:The apathetic God
Dies Irae: The Apathetic God is a light novel series set in a world where humans develop special abilities called Gifts. The protagonist, Yuuya, possesses the unique and all-encompassing power of Instant Death. Unlike others who manipulate elements or control minds, Yuuya can simply erase anything from existence with a thought, be it a living creature, a physical object, or even abstract concepts.
Despite the immense power he wields, Yuuya is a lazy and unmotivated teenager who只想做个咸鱼 (zhǐ xiǎng zuò ge xián yú) - just wants to be a salted fish, a Chinese internet slang for someone who is content with doing nothing. He finds his power to be more of a burden than a blessing, as it disrupts his peaceful life of sleep, video games, and minimal effort.
The only person who can motivate Yuuya is his childhood friend, Elena. A vibrant and energetic girl with the power of Lightning Manipulation, Elena is the sole person who can pierce through Yuuya's apathy and drag him into action.
The series follows Yuuya as he navigates a world that craves his power while he just wants to be left alone. It explores themes of apathy versus responsibility, the burden of extraordinary abilities, and the importance of friendship.
zenoxeno · Fantasy
