Sol Kage 🏳️‍⚧️

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The first panel shows Kiryu looking disappointed as he says "I was told you were something special! You're just a common elemental type, an Eye of Hellfire user! I'll have you know... I've already obtained four Eyes just like yours in the past! Do you really think YOU'LL fare better than the others?! The second panel shows Kirin looking determined as flames surround his fist. He says "Yes, because I'm fighting for more than just myself, and more than just Hime! I'm fighting for the sake of all innocent Beholders who are denied aid! I won't let you Eye Hunter bastards take away our Light!" The third panel shows Kiryu recoiling in disgust as he says "Ugh, how cringey. How can you say stuff like that without being embarrassed?!" The fourth panel shows flames shooting from Kirin's hand as he shouts "Take this!"
An except from the Eye Hunters Manual titled Basic History 02. The Creation of the Eye Hunters It reads as follows: "The relationship between Humans and Beholders was strained, with many Humans fearing Beholders. This came to a head in the year 2350 AD when a man bearing an Eye that would be called the Eye of Destruction appeared and went on a killing spree. In the Humans effort to suppress the killer, the Beholder lost control of his power. This caused the destruction of New Hope City, killing countless people, including the Beholder. Needing order in the chaos, Humans created the Eye Hunters Organization to prevent such a tragedy from happening again."
Kirin smiles brightly while Hime has a hand to her mouth as she laughs. Kirin: You're our light, Hime. You've saved so many lives, and I won't let the Eye Hunters snuff it out. Hime: My hero. We should get going if we hope to make the next settlement by nightfall. Hime is shown playfully punching Kirin's arm. Kirin grasps his arm. Hime: I *can* take care of myself too, you know. I may not like fighting, but I can if I need to. Kirin: Ow. yeah, I know. Still, my powers are one of the few ways I can be useful to you. Hime looks a bit sad, while Kirin is more solemn. Hime: You're plenty helpful even when you're not fighting. You help ground me. So don't belittle yourself like that. You're the only family I have, after all. Kirin: I know. But, you could have hired more bodyguards, you know. Plenty of us would be willing to die to protect you. Hime looks displeased to hear that as she whispers to herself. Hime: You think that makes me happy hearing that?
Still in the flashback, Kirin tries to remain calm while holding Hime close to him, still out of sight. Kirin: Hime... Mom's... going on a trip for awhile. But I'll take care of you, OK? Hime: Mom's... going away...? Kirin and Hime are shown crying as Hime bawls. Hime: Waaaaaaahhhh!! Back in the present, Kirin still leans against a wall. Kirin (thinking): We never saw Mom again... I'm sure she would be proud of us though.
The young Kirin points forward. Kirin: Mom! Is that...? The mother is shown picking up the baby Hime. We can see she has a Beholder Eye, but it's white, a bit like Hime's. Mother: Hey, little one. You're safe now. Kirin tugs at his Mom's skirt while she looks at him, still holding the baby. Kirin: Hey Mom... is she like me? Did somebody... really abandon her? Mom: It seems that way... unfortunately that can often be the case for us. But I must say, I've never seen an Eye like hers before... Kirin: Really? It looks a lot like yours. Mom: A bit, but hers is a purer white than mine. Hopefully hers has actually powers unlike mine.
Hime smiles as she stands up and puts her hands near the girl, her hands glowing. Hime: Fix you? There's nothing wrong with your brain. You're not the first I've encountered. Luckily for you though, I can work a miracle that can fix what truly ails you. The trans girl grasps their throat as they realize their voice is more feminine now. Trans Girl: W-What?! My voice... The girl hugs Hime, looking extremely happy while Hime places a hand on her back and smiles. Hime: You'll have to grow out your hair and change your clothes on your own, but I've given you a body that aligns with you brain. Are you satisfied? Trans Girl: Yes! A thousand times, yes!
Two young boys wearing eye patches are seen playing with a makeshift soccer ball. One of the boys trips and badly injures his leg. Boy: "O-owwww... m-my leg...I think it's brokennnn, wahhhh! Someone with white lace up shoes is shown. ???: Mind if I help?
A chapter cover, featuring Hime praying. She has dark skin and long white hair wearing a white shirt and black jacket. The comic title, Eye Hunters, is shown as well as the Chapter name, "Purity" with 02 indicating it's the 2nd chapter. Story: Sol Kage. Art: K.K.
The page is an excerpt from the Eye Hunters Manual. It shows the makeup of a Beholder Eye. The text reads: "What are Beholders?" "In the year 2300 AD, fifty years after the conclusion of the End Game War that eliminated over half of the world's population, strange eyed children began to be born in about one in every 100 births. Scientists linked these mutated Humans appearance with the lingering effects of radiation left behind on the world from the nuclear strikes that were used in the War. The children were born with one eye looking normal, while the other was often of a different colour with no pupils. These Eyes were found to be practically blind, with the wielder only being able to see slight shadows. In the year 2310 AD, the first case of one of these Mutants unleashing the hidden power of their Eyes was recorded. These powers were usually destructive in nature, and some wielders struggle to control their power. It was discovered using an eye patch or something to obscure the eye from the outside will suppress this power. Scientists began to call these species of Mutants "Beholders", taken from the phrase "In the eye of the Beholder."
Eliza looks at a screen where the outline of a girl can be seen on it. Eliza: The Eye you must obtain belongs to this girl. It isn't an ordinary Beholder Eye like the ones you're used to. It's a Legendary Eye just like yours. They call it the Eye of Purity. This is the first time its appeared, which is why it's classified as Legendary. According to our reports, it has the power to cure illness and heal wounds. In other words, it is a direct counterpart to your Eye of Destruction. Kiryu closes his Beholder Eye, looking unimpressed. Kiryu: So what? They all die the same. It's not even an Eye built for combat. Eliza closes her eyes. Eliza: On its own, perhaps. If we had that Eye in our possession, the Beholders would no longer be able to resist us, though. We'd become invicible. That is why we must have it. Furthermore, this girl must be stopped regardless. She is using her Eye to heal those savages. It's making them rather difficult to kill. Kiryu and Eliza both grin. Kiryu: Fine. I'll get your Eye of Purity for you. And I'll kill anyone who gets in my way in the process. Eliza: Very good. I look forward to your inevitable success.
Eliza quickly turns to look at the Director who spoke up. Eliza: ...Sir? Director: I will personally fund the development of turning the Eye of Destruction into our own personal weapon. There is a bit of a risk involved, but I can't ignore the possible rewards. Dr. Jun Hikagi, I expect your full cooperation in this matter? Dr. Hikagi is seen saluting. Dr. Hikagi: But of course. Another Director on the screen speaks up while Dr. Hikagi looks skyward with his eyes closed. 2nd Director: Keep in mind, Hikagi, if he becomes too dangerous... we will order the project to be shut down. Permanently. Dr. Hikagi: ...I understand perfectly...
Eliza is seen watching the delivery from a viewing window. A scientist with thick glasses is seen approaching Eliza. Eliza: Ah, Dr. Marwood. I take it you're here to report on your progres on Project "Ace"? Dr. Marwood: Yes, Commander. Project "Ace" is coming along quite swimmingly. My efforts to create the strongest Eye Hunter this organization has ever seen will soon be paying off. The transplant of the two Eyes were a success, and initial tests are showing no signs of instability... however... Eliza looks concerned. Eliza: However? Dr. Marwood looks solemn while Eliza is saddened by the news as she closes her eyes. Dr. Marwood: Initial testing is showing what we feared. By my estimation... "Ace" will only last about twenty years, at best. Eliza: Twenty years... for a boy that young... I wish there was another way.
Kiryu is grinning evilly as he still holds the A Rank Hunter against the wall. A man with a slight beard wearing a lab coat and a tie with the marking "H Sc" on his lab coat is approaching. Scientist: Let him go this instant! Kiryu looks annoyed as he turns to face the scientist. Kiryu: Tch! Kiryu has let the Hunter go, as the A Rank Hunter crawls on the ground in a hurry to get away from Kiryu. Kiryu has a mocking expression as he taunts the Hunter. Kiryu: Run, run, as fast as you can! Hyahahaha... where is your bravado now, little man?!
Kiryu, the man showed in the chapter cover, is walking down a hallway with his eyes closed. A blonde haired man with an eye patch and wearing the same uniform as Kiryu but with an "A" mark on his left arm instead seems annoyed by Kiryu's presence. A Rank Hunter: Tch! Look at you looking all smug... Hmph! You're only an S Rank because your father is Dr. Hikagi--! Kiryu's claw comes up near the man's face, surprising him.
An 18 year old man wearing a black uniform with a S marked on his left arm while a golden claw is on his right hand. His left eye is pure black except for a white targeting reticule where its iris would be. The text on the page reads "Eye Hunters" "01 Enter Kiryu" "Story by Sol Kage" "Art by K.K."