The Wood War

### Outcome

After killing all of Moises's allies, Xuanyu chases down Moises in the end and kills him with Jun's blade.

## Debut

### Chapter finished

Chapter 30: The Wood War: Conclusion

**The Wood War**, ignited in Izuzunu on October 17, 2033, was a civil conflict pitting Moises against the LCI. The spark for this peculiar conflict was the alleged theft of Moises's wood by an unidentified Izuzunian, with Moises blaming the LCI. Even today, when the Izuzunians and the LCI reflect on this unusual war, they think of its absurdity and outrage.

## Prelude

On October 10, 2033, Moises, in frustration, rushed outside, revealing his missing wood. He runs to the LCI who are all at the bridge toward Izuzunu, threatening war. He demands the thief confess to him before he starts a war over wood. Jun tried to intervene, but Moises was adamant. The group stood in stunned silence, facing unexpected turmoil. Moises, frustrated, demands Nugget to tell him where his house is to look for the wood there. Later after the incident, Moises creates a group to fight against the LCI. The group consists of Yusuke and Emily, also inviting Jun and Chloe to join. While Jun is planning to kill the oshir with Xuanyu, Moises finds Jun and asks him to join. Jun says he'll think about it.

Moises presents a plan to burn down Izuzunu to his friends. He divides the responsibilities among them, with Jun taking care of the center if he joins them. Emily will handle the east, Yusuke the south, and Chloe will be in charge of exploding houses. They agree on the plan and Moises acknowledges their skills as fighters. They await Jun's decision while Moises and Jun's close friendship is mentioned. Jun knocks on the door as Moises opens it. When Jun finally reveals that he will join them in ending Izuzunu, Moises is shocked but ecstatic, expressing excitement about their new alliance.

The Second Election starts but suddenly gets canceled for a few hours due to Moises bombing the election stage. The election continued hours later at Edison's Nightclub. During the heated meeting at Jun's house on October 16, Xuanyu lashes out at Jun, accusing him of foolishly aligning himself with Moises. Max joins in, expressing his disbelief and anger towards Jun's apparent betrayal. Mark, seated quietly in the corner, also brands Jun as a traitor, leaving everyone present feeling a mixture of fear and anger towards him. Jun reveals his true plan: to join Moises and pretend to be his ally to eventually betray and kill him. The group is surprised but impressed by Jun's clever plan. They apologize for their initial anger and support Jun's strategy. Jun explains that he didn't have a chance to inform them earlier. The group discusses getting Evelyn involved, but Jun reveals it's too late. They all prepare for the upcoming civil war and express their apprehension. Jun affirms the necessity of fighting against Moises, and Lilly agrees. The chapter ends with a reflection on the last day of peace.

## The war

Moises, enraged, discovers a taunting message about wood theft and declares war on Izuzunu. At the election stage, Jun realizes a forgotten plan and discusses it with Lilly. Rushing to join the group, Jun decides to check on Moises. Accompanied by Chloe, they feign an alliance with Moises. At Moises's house, lacking armor for the war, Jun suggests kidnapping Evelyn for her metal armor. Moises agrees, and they successfully capture her. Jun stays silent as Moises threatens Evelyn, who believes Jun betrayed them. They obtain the armor, guilt weighing on Jun. Moises dons the stolen armor, and chaos ensues as they attack Mainland. Chloe feigns allegiance by exploding buildings, while Yusuke battles Nugget and Max. In the chaos, guilt-ridden Jun faces Irene's urging to oppose Moises. Meanwhile, Xuanyu, Edison, and Moises engage in a confrontation. Jun reflects on past traumas and, despite hesitations, decides to join the fight. As Jun plans a stage fight with Irene, Emily throws dynamite into Angie's house. Jun shields Irene from the blast, rendering them unconscious amid the unfolding war.

Emily wreaks havoc in Western Mainland, reveling in destruction. Lilly challenges her, revealing Jun switched their armor for painted replicas. In the struggle, Lilly inflicts severe injuries on Emily, who realizes Jun's betrayal. Chaos ensues as Moises, armed with powerful armor, launches fire arrows and bombs, setting the town ablaze. As citizens flee, chaos unfolds. Jun, awakened by the explosion, rushes to wake Irene and seek help from Mark. Irene races to get Mark, navigating the burning paths. Xuanyu, overwhelmed with guilt, sits on the ground as the town succumbs to flames. Jun approaches Moises calmly, but Xuanyu confronts him, labeling Jun a traitor. Despite Jun's pleas, Xuanyu refuses, determined to stand against Moises. Screams echo as characters grapple with the devastating consequences. Facing Moises's threat, Xuanyu becomes the target. Jun, sensing the urgency, decides to confront and kill Moises to salvage the catastrophe.

07 confronts Yusuke, intending to kill him. In a swift clash, Yusuke reveals a powerful technique, the slasher. Max sacrifices himself to save 07 from Yusuke's lethal attack, shocking the group. Nugget and 07 rally together to confront Yusuke, skillfully evading his attacks. Nugget kicks Yusuke into a wall, providing 07 the chance to behead him. The Izuzunian members reappear, revealing victory over Yusuke. Moises panics, attempting to escape, but the Izuzunians give chase. Jun and Xuanyu discuss the failed plan, while Evelyn, feeling betrayed, stabs Jun's stomach. Xuanyu stops her, and Edison explains the plan, prompting Evelyn's remorse. The group splits, with Jun and Edison heading to the swamp after Moises, while Xuanyu and Evelyn wait for Mark's arrival. Jun, determined, declares the battle isn't over until Moises is dead, hinting at a forthcoming confrontation.

In the forest, Moises, fleeing pursuers, wounds Lilly with thrown knives. Despite her injury, Lilly urges the group to continue chasing. Jun and Moises hide, with Jun conflicted about killing his friend. Chloe appears, tearfully refusing to kill Moises. Jun, torn, returns to Moises without revealing the conversation. Moises questions Chloe's departure, and Jun fabricates a reason. Jun, nursing a wound inflicted by Evelyn, decides to rest, and Moises discusses their mission's completion. Jun harbors doubts based on Misha's assessment of Mark's skills. Irene, Quin, and Mark gear up to confront Moises and his friends in the chaos-ridden Izuzunu. Mark experiences a mysterious vision involving a syringe and a burning town but remains determined to stop Moises. They discover Jun is with Moises, but Jun hesitates to harm his friend. As Jun prepares to strike, he experiences a mental breakdown, berating himself for perceived inadequacies. Moises, concerned, tries to console him, but Jun's emotional turmoil intensifies. Edison and others rush in, prompting Moises to retreat. The group tends to Jun, who remains overwhelmed and useless on the ground.

As the group chases Moises, Jun struggles with feelings of weakness and regrets not killing him earlier. 07 encourages him, emphasizing that everyone has struggles. Motivated, Jun joins the chase. Chloe and the group converge on Moises, but Jun falls behind due to injuries. Irene, Xuanyu, and the rest catch up, and a tense standoff occurs as Moises takes Irene hostage. Xuanyu pleads for her release, proposing to return the stolen wood to end the war. However, Moises, enraged about his destroyed house, slits Irene's throat. Jun retaliates, tackling Moises in rage, but Moises escapes. Xuanyu vows to make Moises pay and chases him with Mark, arriving too late to save Irene. Jun, devastated and blaming himself, begins self-harming. The group rushes to stop his destructive actions. Jun expresses deep regret and self-blame for the chaotic state of Izuzunu. 07 and others console him, emphasizing that mistakes are part of life. Jun struggles with guilt, appreciating their support but finding it challenging to overcome his emotions. Xuanyu chases Moises to a desert mountaintop, revealing Jun's true intentions to betray Moises. Despite this, Xuanyu kills Moises, who falls off a cliff into a pool of water. Xuanyu walks away, leaving Mark disappointed upon his late arrival.

## Aftermath

Jun faces backlash from the townspeople at the Izu Cemetery for his role in the failed plan and Moises's death. The crowd blames him for the tragedy, leaving Jun feeling guilty and rejected. Jun and Mark discuss the aftermath of Moises's death and the war's end at the election stage ruins. Mark expresses frustration at preparing for a fight that never happened, revealing conflicting feelings about the purpose of his preparations.

## Participants

### Legendary Class of Izuzunu

* Hisano Suzuki (Jun)
* Edison Cheng
* Chloe Minh
* Nisse Heinrich (Nugget)
* Klaus Bailey (07)
* Evelyn Khang
* Angie Channarong
* Lilly Vernnine
* Xuanyu Chen
* Mark Flamedew
* Quin Flamedew
* Max Jutauk
* Irene Wong

### Moises's War Group

* Emily Kaum
* Yusuke Fuji

## Deaths

### Legendary Class of Izuzunu

* Max Jutauk
* Irene Wong

### Moises's War Group

* Emily Kaum
* Yusuke Fuji
* Moises Alvarez