Regressor of the Fallen Family: Chapter 1 - The Weight of Legacy
The crisp autumn air bit at my cheeks as I stared at the crumbling façade of the Blackwood Manor. Ivy, thick as pythons, snaked across the decaying stone, a grim testament to the family's fall from grace. My name is Alex Blackwood, and I'm not just a Blackwood – I'm the last one, a fact that weighs heavier than any of the stones making up this decaying monument to a forgotten dynasty. This isn't just a house; it's a prison of my own making, a cage built from the shattered remnants of a glorious past and the looming threat of a catastrophic future.
I'm a regressor. Not in the superhero sense, no flashy powers or dramatic transformations. My regression is far more mundane, far more agonizing. I relive the same year, the year everything fell apart, again and again, trapped in an endless loop of failure and loss. The year is 2042, and I'm determined to break free from its relentless cycle.
What caused the Blackwood family's downfall?
The downfall of the Blackwood family wasn't a single event but a slow, agonizing erosion of power and influence. It began with the death of my father, Lord Alistair Blackwood, a patriarch who, in his final years, was overwhelmed by a series of devastating business setbacks and cunning betrayals. His sudden passing left a power vacuum, exposing the cracks in the Blackwood empire's foundations. The subsequent internal power struggles, fueled by greed and ambition, ripped the family apart. The once-unbreakable alliances shattered, leaving me – the only remaining heir – inheriting not a kingdom, but a ruin.
What are Alex's powers/abilities?
My "power," if you can call it that, isn't a supernatural gift but a curse. The ability to relive the same year repeatedly offers a unique advantage—the ability to learn from past mistakes. Each cycle brings a fresh understanding of events, allowing me to adjust my strategies and try new approaches. However, the emotional toll is immense. The constant reliving of loss and failure, of watching my family crumble before my eyes, is a heavy price to pay for the chance at redemption. I have no superhuman strength or magic, just the relentless drive to change the future, fueled by guilt and the echoes of a shattered legacy.
What is Alex's goal in this regression?
My goal is simple yet monumental: to prevent the complete annihilation of the Blackwood family. This involves untangling a web of deceit and betrayal, identifying the true culprits behind my family's downfall, and rebuilding the Blackwood name from the ashes. This requires not just strategic planning and meticulous execution but also the courage to confront those closest to me, those I once blindly trusted. This isn't just about reclaiming a family fortune; it’s about reclaiming my family's honor and legacy.
How many times has Alex regressed?
I've lost count. The cycles blur together, a relentless tide of despair and fleeting moments of hope. Each cycle adds to the weight of experience, sharpening my instincts and hardening my resolve. However, the emotional scars remain, a constant reminder of the price I pay for this twisted second chance. The exact number of regressions is unimportant. What matters is that this time, this iteration, will be different.
The wind howled, a mournful symphony echoing the turmoil within me. I clenched my fists, the cold seeping into my bones. This year, the year of 2042, will not break me. This year, I will win. The weight of the Blackwood legacy rests on my shoulders, and I will carry it. I will rebuild. I will prevail. The regression ends here.
