The Idol

By @camille

Seventeen-year-old Haru Tanaka, a former child prodigy haunted by past failures, just wants to fade into the background. But when a mysterious system-like 'Audition' panel appears, offering him the chance to become a K-Pop idol with a unique 'Charisma Synthesis' ability, his quiet life shatters. This power allows him to absorb and perfect the captivating stage presence of others. The catch? Each synthesis comes with a fragment of the absorbed idol's suppressed memories and emotional baggage, threatening to overwhelm his already fragile psyche. As Haru chases fame, he finds himself trapped in a cutthroat industry, where rival trainees and shadowy forces seek to exploit his power. He must either master his gift and confront the ghosts of his past or be consumed by the very charisma he seeks to wield, risking not just his career but his identity.