Friday 4 November 1997.
While Zaboru is still in the United States, he's continuing his work at the ZAGE campus. He even invited his wife to visit his office, which includes a private workspace. Zaboru still has a few tasks left to complete in the U.S. before he returns to Japan later tonight.
Right now, Zaboru sighed as he read an article on the ZAGE Forums. It was genuinely fascinating—fans had begun spinning elaborate theories that Zaboru Renkonan might not even be a normal human being. Some suggested he was something beyond human altogether, while others argued he wasn't even a single person at all, but rather a collective identity. There were posts speculating that no single individual could possibly be responsible for the sheer amount of work, innovation, and creative output tied to Zaboru's name.
What surprised Zaboru the most was how well-written and convincing some of these theories were. They weren't just jokes or quick memes—these were full-on essays with charts, timelines, and breakdowns of his projects, all trying to support the idea that Zaboru Renkonan was either an alias for multiple geniuses or something entirely supernatural. As ridiculous as it sounded, it still made him grin.
He was both amused and flattered. The absurdity of the theories made them even more entertaining, and the idea that people couldn't believe one man could accomplish this much gave him a strange sense of pride. What started as a forum thread had quickly snowballed, gaining attention across other platforms. In just a few days, the topic escalated so far that it had made its way into actual newspapers and news broadcasts.
Seeing his name on headlines like "Is Zaboru Even Real?" or "The Mystery Behind ZAGE's Mastermind" made him shake his head in disbelief. But deep down, he enjoyed the attention. After all, it wasn't every day someone got mistaken for an urban legend in real time.
Ayumi chuckled softly as she glanced over at Zenshin, who was still peacefully sleeping in his baby bed. "Heh, so you're not just one person, Zabo? I guess it's kind of unbelievable that you're able to do everything you do on your own, huh?" she teased, raising an eyebrow with a playful smile.
Zaboru let out a small laugh and leaned back in his chair. "Nah, it's just internet stuff. People have a lot of time and big imaginations, I guess. They come up with all kinds of wild theories. Honestly? I don't even mind. If people think there's a mystery around me, I think that's kind of cool. Hehehe."
Ayumi smiled warmly and tucked a strand of hair behind her ear before continuing. "Well, did you know there's a special program airing tonight all about you? Experts from all over—game developers, analysts, media people—they're coming together to analyze everything you've done and try to understand how you work."
Zaboru blinked, his brows drawing together in surprise. "Huh? No, I wasn't aware of that. There's a show like that airing tonight?"
Ayumi chuckled again. "Yup. Sounds like it'll be interesting. Let's wait and watch it together later."
Zaboru sighed and nodded, already bracing himself for whatever bizarre things the experts might say.
That night, Ayumi and Zaboru sat together on the couch inside Zaboru's private lounge atop the ZAGE Campus. The atmosphere was quiet, filled with anticipation. The two were tuned in to a highly anticipated live broadcast titled Analyze Zaboru Renkonan. On the screen were six panelists, plus the show's charismatic host.
The host, Matt Wallace introduced the lineup. First up was Jimmy Chen, a respected social analyst and former ATARI game developer. Next was Liam Ernest, a passionate gamer and long-time ZAGE forum contributor. Then came Gabe Newell, the CTO of ZAGE USA. The surprises kept coming with the appearance of Walt Disney himself, and finally, Kingo Hashi—the afro-haired, energetic drummer from the band Zankoku which is the Zaboru band.
Zaboru's eyes widened as he leaned closer to the screen. "Huh? Mr. Disney? Gaben? Kingo? Why are they all here?" he muttered, genuinely confused.
He hadn't expected that people he actually knew would be appearing on the show!
The host then grinned and looked out toward the TV audience. "Ladies and gentlemen, today we're diving into the fascinating world of the man behind the phenomenon himself—Zaboru Renkonan. Recently There are countless wild theories floating around about him. Some suggest he's not even a normal human being. Others claim Zaboru Renkonan might not be just one person at all! These theories didn't come from nowhere—they started from a ZAGE forum post made by a user named LIST. And guess what? That user is with us tonight. Please welcome Liam Ernest!"
He turned to Liam with a nod. "So Liam, can you walk us through what led you to create these theories? We'd love to hear your thought process and how it all started."
Liam smiled nervously, clearly trying to hide his anxiety, then began to speak. "First of all, let me just say—I'm a huge ZAGE fan, and definitely a huge Zaboru fan. I own all of his ZAGE games, the manga, the toys, the music—you name it. I'm a big collector, and what always struck me is the insane level of quality across everything he's involved in. From game mechanics to musical production, it's all consistently top-tier.
That's what got me thinking. How could all of this possibly come from the mind of just one person? It seemed too much. So I started doing some research—looking into how other developers, musicians, and artists work. That's when I realized that Zaboru has an unreal speed and consistency when it comes to creating things. Either he's truly a once-in-a-generation genius... or Zaboru Renkonan isn't just one person. That's what led to my post on the ZAGE forum.
You might've already noticed, but ZAGE games are always revolutionary. They don't just follow trends—they often create entirely new genres or radically expand existing ones. The gaming industry today is rich with variety and innovation largely because ZAGE pushed those boundaries first. Most of the developers working in the industry now improving by studying ZAGE titles, learning from them, being inspired by their systems, their art, their stories. And the mind behind all of those masterpieces? Zaboru Renkonan.
But it doesn't stop with games. Zaboru's influence reaches far beyond gaming. He reportedly contributed ideas and storyboarding for recent Disney films—something that shocked even the most well-informed fans. Then there's his original run of a Marvel comic as Deadpool comic, which the character Deadpool himself are bold, fresh directions and was met with critical acclaim. That alone would be a full career for some creatives.
And then you look at manga. Fate/Stay Night? That was Zaboru too—he illustrated it himself, giving it his signature visual style that somehow blends detail with emotional impact. The series became a cultural phenomenon across Japan and beyond. On the anime front, there are several shows currently airing on YaDo, all of which list him as the writer, or Art Style maker. It's like he's everywhere at once.
And the music? Oh, the music. Zaboru and Zankoku's band, Z&Z, has an enormous discography full of genre-bending tracks Their concerts are rare and only happen when Zaboru feels like performing, which adds to their mystique. Yet every song released under Z&Z manages to hit hard and stick with listeners. His vocal range is stunning, and he writes, composes, and produces across genres like it's as natural as breathing.
He's not just a jack of all trades—he's a master of each one. That's what makes it all feel so unreal. One man contributing to so many pillars of entertainment, all at the highest quality? That's why I made the theory in the first place. Because from any logical point of view, it doesn't seem possible. It's not that I want to doubt him—it's that what we're seeing defies everything we know about time, energy, and human limits."
The host, Matt, nodded and then turned to the camera. "Interesting. Before we hear from those who've worked closely with Zaboru, let's get a perspective from a social expert. Joining us is Jimmy Chen, a respected social analyst and former Atari game developer. Mr. Chen, what's your take on all of this?"
Jimmy Chen, a man in his late 40s, adjusted his glasses and spoke with a calm but critical tone. "Honestly, I think it's a bit ridiculous. There's a much simpler explanation for everything. Zaboru doesn't create all of that work himself—he gathers ideas from the people around him. His employees, his collaborators, maybe even from conversations or brainstorming sessions. Then, he presents those ideas to the public as if they were his own. That's the real story behind the so-called genius."
Back on the ZAGE campus, Ayumi frowned sharply as she watched the broadcast. "How dare this guy say something like that," she muttered under her breath, visibly offended by Chen's blunt dismissal.
Zaboru, on the other hand, simply chuckled. His reaction was far more relaxed. What no one in the room—or the broadcast—knew, however, was that there was some truth in what Jimmy Chen had said. Most of the ideas Zaboru used did not originate in this world. They were fragments, memories, and innovations borrowed from his past life—ideas that had never been conceived here. In this world, they were groundbreaking. In his old life, they were just things he remembered with his Deep Memory Dive ability.
He had been reincarnated into this life with knowledge no one else possessed. And yes, he used it. He shaped and molded those memories, refined them, improved them, and brought them into existence. Technically, it was stealing—at least by one definition. But he didn't just copy and paste. He evolved the concepts, rebuilt them from the ground up with fresh layers of complexity and relevance. And yet, despite all that, Zaboru had never boasted about his success. He remained casual, downplaying his accomplishments, knowing full well that he hadn't invented everything from scratch.
That quiet humility wasn't an act—it was guilt, realism, and a deep understanding of how strange his situation really was. He wasn't a god. He was just a man who remembered too much from another lifetime , got cheats and knew how to make it work here.
This made Ayumi visibly upset. "Zabo, you need to get angry sometimes! That guy just mocked your legacy!" she snapped, her voice full of frustration.
Zaboru only chuckled softly and gently stroked her head. "Relax, Ayumi. There's no need to get worked up over this," he said with a calm smile.
Ayumi sighed and sat back, still fuming. She could never quite understand how her husband could stay so calm in situations like this. Then again, this wasn't the first time he'd reacted this way.
Matt grinned, clearly picking up on the mood in the room, and turned to Gabe Newell. "Interesting! Alright, let's hear from someone who's worked closely with Zaboru. Gabe Newell, as the CTO of ZAGE and one of Zaboru's closest collaborators, what's your take on all this? Do you think he's just borrowing ideas, or is he truly that amazing?"
Gabe leaned forward slightly, preparing to speak.
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