Chain Chronicle: Short Animation Episode 1 -

The Volunteer Army is trekking across the Holy Capital. The sun is high, the armor is heavy, and the morale is… hungry.

Before the Captain can choose, a giant Black Army Goblin wanders into the middle of the path. Everyone freezes. The Goblin isn't attacking; it’s holding a flyer for a "Grand Opening" of a new bakery halfway between both locations. Chain Chronicle: Short Animation Episode 1

Pirika , the tiny sprite, is buzzing in the Captain’s ear. "Captain! We need strength for the next battle! Meat is the only answer!" Meanwhile, Phoena looks at the Captain with shimmering, hopeful eyes. "The Chronicle says… that exercise is good for the soul?" The Volunteer Army is trekking across the Holy Capital

The Captain (the silent protagonist) stands before a simple crossroads. To the left: The Tavern , promising a hearty meat stew. To the right: The Training Grounds , where the energetic sword-maiden Touka is waving frantically for a duel. The Action: Everyone freezes

The Captain’s "Mana Gauge" begins to fill—not from magic, but from pure social anxiety. The screen turns bright red as he looks back and forth between the fork in the road.