Entertainment to the death, make a tokusatsu film that will crush the entire internet.

The following day, at 9:50 a.m.

Countless people waited in front of their computers and mobile phones, refreshing the page of the Kingdom of Light Mall.

After a night of intense buzz, the "card pack grabbing" event has become a limited-time activity for everyone.

Countless office workers secretly slack off, while students lie about having a slow internet connection, all to increase their chances of successfully grabbing a bargain.

The countdown on the page ticked away second by second.

The comment section refreshes at a speed like a waterfall.

"Ten minutes left! My palms are sweating with nervousness, it's even more thrilling than checking my college entrance exam scores back then!"

Last night I dreamt that I drew the Blue-Eyes White Dragon in one shot, and when I woke up laughing, I found my pillow was wet—it was both saliva and tears.

"Brothers, please don't fight me for this. I'm only buying one pack. I won't be able to sleep tonight if I don't get Dark Magician Girl."

"Dude upstairs, is that even human language you're talking about? Everyone here claims they're only buying one pack, but then their shopping carts are full of x100s. Human nature is just like, 'it smells so good!'"

"I have already bathed and changed my clothes, and lit three sticks of incense on the Ultraman Tiga figure, praying for blessings."

"Does metaphysics work? I just had a tarot reading done, and the result was the reversed Fool... Should I give up?"

"Give up? The essence of gacha games is defying fate! Defy your destiny today!"

9:55.

Nine fifty-eight.

9:59.

The countdown has reached zero.

The page refreshes, and the "Buy" button lights up.

One million packs, now available.

The numbers started jumping.

One million, nine hundred and fifty thousand, seven hundred and twenty thousand, three hundred and one thousand, one hundred and twenty thousand, thirty thousand...

At the same time, the registration channel for the competition will also open.

The number of applicants is also growing rapidly.

Ten thousand, fifty thousand, one hundred thousand, two hundred thousand.

"I got it! Hahaha! I snagged twenty packs! I'm the chosen one!"

"Are you all using scripts? I just clicked on it and it said there were no stocks left?!"

"Holy crap! Don't you guys have to go to work or school? Tens of millions of people across the country are simultaneously camping out to grab card packs? What kind of magical realism is this?!"

"This is outrageous, absolutely outrageous! This is the first time I've felt that getting a gift pack is harder than getting train tickets during the Spring Festival travel rush or concert tickets!"

"Just a newbie asking, what are you guys fighting over? What kind of card game are you playing?"

"A game about friendship, bonds, lucky draws, and card printing... ahem, a battle of strategy and wit. Kid, you wouldn't understand even if I explained it to you now. (Smirking as he lights a cigarette.jpg)"

"Newbie here, is this card pack important? My girlfriend just bought me 100 packs as a birthday present. [Order screenshot.jpg]"

This screenshot quickly spread across various social media platforms, triggering a new wave of backlash.

"???"

"Wait! This is too much information! First, you have a girlfriend; second, your girlfriend knows you're a fan of the Land of Light; third, she not only doesn't call you childish but also buys it for you; fourth, she bought a hundred packs at once! And it's a birthday present!"

"Dude, take my advice, this girl is worth dating! She not only understands your interests, but she's also practically taken care of your dreams! Cherish her!"

"Brother! No, godfather! Are girlfriends like this assigned by the government? Where do I get one? I want one too!"

"I'm completely devastated! I'm utterly devastated! I didn't get any card packs, and I don't have a girlfriend. What's the point of my life?! I'm a complete and utter loser!"

"Loser? I suggest you listen to Kenshi Yonezu's newly released song 'LOSER,' it's super fitting and super catchy!"

At Yang Qian's personal instruction and invitation.

Kenshi Yonezu, a musical genius who rose to fame with his hit song "Lemon," is a signed artist with the Land of Light.

His new single was released simultaneously on major music platforms.

LOSER.

The intro begins with exciting and avant-garde electronic sound effects and rhythmic drumbeats.

Then, Kenshi Yonezu's voice came in.

Day after day, as always, this kind of life is becoming unbearable.

There's nowhere to escape now, so go to your dreams and have a good night's sleep.

We've always been like this, tired of these drowsy nights.

We will continue to dance, waving goodbye for tomorrow's reunion.

After wandering around aimlessly, we finally arrived. This must be paradise, right?

...]

Initial comments section:

"Eighth Master released a new song?! Without any warning!"

"These lyrics... are so poignant, they strike right at my soul... This is definitely me in this hazy, drowsy night."

"Loser, loser... Yes, I am a loser. I can't get anything and I can't do anything well."

"It makes me want to cry. My work and relationships have been a complete mess lately, and I feel like I'm repeating the same failures every day."

However, as the melody progresses, the drumbeats become more intense and powerful, and the roar of the electric guitar joins in, causing the song's emotion to suddenly rise!

I'm a loser, so it doesn't matter if I bluff.

Let our voices penetrate once more, just once more.

I'm a loser, I've heard that for a long time.

That voice, hidden deep in my pocket, I don't know when...

The lyrics break free from the mire of self-pity and turn into a defiant roar and a stubborn declaration!

So what if we fail?

What's wrong with admitting defeat?

Even so, they still shouted out their resistance in hoarse voices.

We must also seek out that light, hidden somewhere, that can illuminate the way forward!

Listen carefully and don't miss the voices echoing from afar.

Adjust your breathing

Perhaps one day we will encounter the light within those pages, radiating golden light.

We must hold on tight and not let it slip away.

...]

"No! This song isn't about wallowing in failure! It's about helping us stand up from our defeat!"

"Pierce through again, just once more... Isn't this just like in the anime, when Yugi faced three Blue-Eyes White Dragons, terrified yet still believing in his deck, and drew his final card?!"

"The light emanating from the pages, glowing with golden light... I understand! It's a card pack! It's gacha! It's hope!"

"I understand! This song is for everyone who struggles in life and feels like a loser, but it's also for those who, even when called losers, never give up hope and never give up fighting!"

"I cried listening to this. I've been feeling overwhelmed by work lately, and I feel like I'm worthless. But this song tells me that I have to win for myself this time!"

"Wait! Look at Teacher A-Guang's repost!"

[Hikari no Kuni Animation Studio - Hikaru] reposted Kenshi Yonezu's song on Weibo, with the following comment:

"The battle song of the Duel City Cup has resounded. 'LOSER' - dedicated to every duelist who has been defeated but still holds on to their deck."

Remember, no one can determine your victory or defeat until you've actually drawn the last card in your deck.

Competition registration link: [link]

This repost is official confirmation.

The connection between the song, the tournament, and the core spirit of Yu-Gi-Oh! was made crystal clear to everyone.

The comment below, "I feel like a complete loser," was instantly flooded with warm words of support:

"Bro, you're not a loser! You just haven't drawn your Exodia yet!"

"Go sign up for the competition! Win back dignity and joy through duels!"

"Practice your deck! Show everyone that even a self-proclaimed loser can shine on the dueling field!"

"Charge! So that I won't be a loser anymore!"

The song "LOSER" quickly broke through the ACG community with its extremely high musical quality and profound emotional resonance.

This has sparked discussions on a broader societal level.

It's not just a card game anthem, but also a life-support song to encourage all those facing adversity.

The number of views, favorites, and social media discussions exploded exponentially.

This contrasts sharply with the enthusiastic registration for the "Duel City Cup".

Together, they propelled Yu-Gi-Oh! from a popular anime IP to a phenomenal cultural icon.

In the animation division of Tencent Video, Wisteria sat in her office.

The screen in front of me was playing Kenshi Yonezu's "LOSER".

She listened to the whole song and remained silent for a long time.

The development of the card battle mobile game based on "Bakugan" is accelerating again.

"In addition, the publicity and marketing budget will be increased by 50%."

The assistant asked cautiously, "President Zi, regarding the legal department... we've reviewed the Yu-Gi-Oh! card rules, and there's no risk of infringement."

"Their core mechanic is a triad of magic, traps, and monsters, which is completely different from ours."

The wisteria closed its eyes.

"Okay, you can go now."

The assistant quietly slipped out.

Only the melody of "LOSER" faintly echoed in the office.

She certainly knew that imitating and following suit was not a respectable strategy, and might even bring her infamy.

But the cruel reality of the business world is that sometimes being a step behind can mean losing your entire future.

The Kingdom of Light has set up its stage and is playing its most exciting battle anthem, attracting countless players to enter.

If Tencent Video doesn't want to be completely marginalized, it must also step onto this stage, even if it doesn't look good.

In the office of the Land of Light, Yang Qian was looking through the backend data.

One million card packs sold out in one hour.

Within an hour of its release, "LOSER" garnered over five million views.

The Land of Light occupied four of the top ten trending topics on Weibo.

Su Xiaoran pushed open the door, her face beaming with barely suppressed excitement: "Director Yang, the data is phenomenal!"

Yang Qian nodded.

The appeal of Yu-Gi-Oh! has never been just about the exquisite cards and exciting battles.

Its deeper magic lies in the fact that it creates a fair fantasy space.

Here, background, wealth, and status temporarily take a backseat.

What determines victory or defeat is your wisdom in building your deck, your courage in making on-the-spot decisions, and a little bit of synergy (luck) with your deck.

It gives real-life losers a ritualized battlefield to redefine themselves and pursue victory.

Every time, it's "My turn, draw a card!"

Both were brief escapes from the mundane routines and a blatant challenge to predetermined fate.

Su Xiaoran continued to report on some cooperation intentions and media interview requests.

After listening, Yang Qian suddenly turned around.

"Xiao Ran, do me a favor."

"Please speak."

"Xiaoran."

"exist."

"I'd also like to sign up in my own name."

Su Xiaoran was stunned.

"Director Yang, are you going to participate in the competition yourself?"

Yang Qian turned around, a slight smile playing on her lips.

"What, is that not allowed?"

This is no ordinary guest appearance or exhibition match!

This is a formal competition with a million-dollar prize, nationwide attention, and fierce competition!

Yang Qian, as the founder and chief planner of the Kingdom of Light, personally participated in the competition?

The release of this news will likely cause a sensation no less than the premiere of the Yu-Gi-Oh! anime!

"Such a great game, such exciting competition, wouldn't it be a shame not to try it out for yourself?"

He also wanted to experience being in the spotlight, facing unknown opponents and decks.

The moment you draw the key card when your health is almost depleted.

Does the heart rate also increase like a normal person's?

He deserves to be a part of this storm that he started.

"Sure, of course, I'll arrange it right away."

That evening, I updated my Weibo.

[Light Country Animation Studio - Hikaru]: "I've signed up, see you on the field."

The comments section exploded.

"??????"

"Everbright is going to participate in the competition themselves?!"

"Holy crap! BOSS Zhipin! The BOSS himself is involved!"

"Oh no, is there any suspense left in this competition? The organizers themselves have stepped in!"

"Referee! I'm reporting him! He's cheating! He has all the card data in his head!"

"Guangda: My turn, draw a card! The card I drew is—all of your pay slips."

"Upstairs, you understand Guangda."

Almost at the same time Yang Qian made her decision.

In a rented room in an urban village, the light from the screen illuminated a young face that was etched with weariness.

He had just finished listening to "LOSER" on repeat three times.

The song was like a key, unlocking a rusty lock in his heart.

He is the netizen who called himself a "Loser" in the comments section.

During the day, I do a job I don't like in a cubicle.

Returning to my cramped room at night, I can't see where the future lies.

Not getting the card pack was just the last straw that broke the camel's back.

But at this moment, the song's indomitable cry resonates.

The comments section was filled with warm encouragement from strangers, and there were also images of characters turning the tide in games during animations.

A huge rock was thrown into the stagnant lake of his heart.

He sat up abruptly and opened the registration page for the "Duel City Cup".

Fingers firmly tapped on the keyboard:

Contestant ID: Loser_NoMore

In the remarks section, he paused for a few seconds and typed:

"I want to draw Exodia, the one that belongs to me."

Click Submit.

Page redirection: Registration successful.

He leaned back in his chair and let out a long breath.

Outside the window, the city's neon lights still flickered.

But in this small room, something seems to be starting to change.

The stage for the duel has been set, and the battle song has resounded through the sky.

Whether they are brilliant creators or ordinary people who consider themselves average, everyone has their own deck in hand at this moment.

Their turn begins.