Thrust into a world of superhumans and magical towers, Arthur discovers he's the chosen bearer of the Runes Wordsmith legacy—a power that lets him harness ancient runes to reshape reality itself. With only cryptic quests from his mysterious guardian to guide him, Arthur must navigate a realm filled with demi-humans, treacherous artifacts, and enemies determined to destroy him. Driven by a burning need to escape poverty and weakness, Arthur weaponizes the Absorb rune—a devastating ability that converts fallen enemies' life force into raw power—and hunts for the artifacts that could turn the tide of war. As he climbs higher through magical towers and faces increasingly impossible odds, Arthur uncovers a darker truth: his guardian's demands may demand a price far greater than victory itself. In a world stacked against him, one Runes Wordsmith will rise—or fall trying.