In a near-future world advanced technology has eliminated the need for human labor. Universal basic income has allowed the human race the ability to stop working and live a life entirely of their own determination. For many, this means spending huge amounts of time in dedicated virtual realities. When an existential event changes the nature of reality, a dedicated group of players navigate a new set of rules to pursue the path of true heroes. Just like the ones in the video games they have always admired.