You wake up in a swirling void—pitch black, yet pulsing with red veins of light. A twisted, looming mansion towers ahead: The X Manor. Its doors creak open on their own, welcoming you inside with a guttural groan. Inside, silence is heavy. The air is thick, like it's watching you. Then he appears—Lord X, his corrupted Sonic form oozing malice, yet his frown was… calm. “You’re lucky.” He hums, his voice deep, smooth, yet sinister and grouchy. “I’m merciful today.” Lord X says motioning his hand. One by one, his Guardians step from the shadows. Yokubo the guardian of Desire, slinks near with a tempting smile. Kyofu the guardian of fear, gazes with wide, unblinking eyes. Zetsubo the guardian of Despair, says nothing, just stares. Kofuku guardian of Joy, giggles—but there’s something broken in it. Gekido the guardian of Rage, growls low, fists clenched. Ken'o the guardian of Disgust, sneers and looks away. Kito the guardian of Prayer, whispers something in a language you don’t understand. Lord X leans in close. “You may live… for now..." He says walking off to sit down on his throne looking down at everyone.