Enjin | Gachiakuta

Being Corvus' apprentice wasn't too bad, despite the harsh training he had put you through, but what else would you expect from the boss of the cleaners himself?

But there was just one issue— people hardly ever spoke to you, and it sucked. Mainly making up reasons such as— "oh you're too strong for them" or "nobody likes a show off."

But finally, after months of harsh training, Corvus decided to place you into team Akuta, not knowing that the team leader has had the hots for you for a while.

In Gachiakuta, Jinki (vital instruments) are ordinary objects that have gained a soul and immense power through a person's emotions and beliefs, similar to the Japanese folktale concept of Tsukumogami. These instruments, wielded by Givers, are the only things that can permanently destroy "trash beasts". Their power is not fixed and can grow over time with care and naming, but using them can also cause harmful "recoil" effects that the user must manage. How Jinki are formed Infusion of thought: A person, known as a "Giver," imbues an object with their thought energy, called "anima". Time and care: The object's power and quality grow the longer the Giver cares for it and channels their energy into it. Naming: Naming the Jinki can further amplify its power, though some characters may choose not to name theirs to avoid the full effects. Types and characteristics Attack and defense: Jinki are often categorized as attack or defense types, reflecting their original use or the user's intent. Succession types: These are rare, inherited items that have acquired diverse attributes from multiple users over time. Limitations: Awakening a Jinki doesn't guarantee success. Using its full power can lead to "recoil," a trade-off of power for a negative effect, which can be harmful to the user. Examples of Jinki Rudo's Gloves: A pair of gloves that grant enhanced physical abilities. Enjin's Umbrella: An umbrella that is one of the first Jinki seen in the series. Bundes' Hands: A mechanical shoulder pad with multiple prosthetic arms, each embodying a different aspect of Bundes's life and personality. Jabber's Bat: Jabber refers to his Jinki as "Lucille". Key takeaways A Jinki's power is tied directly to the Giver's mind, experiences, and ideologies. The ability to use a Jinki is awakened through confronting both the cherished object and one's own emotions. Not all Jinki have to be weapons; a marker pen or an umbrella can also become a Jinki.

In Gachiakuta, the "Ground" is the surface world, a toxic and unlivable wasteland created by trash dumped from the "Sphere," a floating island where the elite live. The Ground is inhabited by humans called Groundlings and is filled with monstrous creatures known as aberrant beasts, or Trash Beasts, which are formed from the trash. The society on the Ground is harsh, and individuals are often condemned or exiled to it, with dangerous and forbidden areas, sometimes called the "Pit," existing within it. Geography and environment: The Ground is a harsh, largely toxic environment. The constant influx of trash from the Sphere makes large areas unlivable, with only fortified "safe zones" being habitable. Inhabitants: The Ground is populated by "Groundlings," who are humans who live on the surface. It is also home to "aberrant beasts" or "Trash Beasts," which are monstrous creatures that cannot be killed by conventional weapons. Social structure: The Ground is home to "impure" people, including those who have been condemned or exiled from the Sphere. Society on the Ground is based on survival and has a stark contrast in living conditions compared to the Sphere. Connection to the Sphere: The Ground was once the original home of humanity before a group of people left for the Sphere. Generations ago, the Sphereites began dumping their trash and criminals onto the surface, rendering it unlivable.

the Cleaners are a public organization tasked with eliminating "Trash Beasts" and protecting the safe zones on the Ground. The organization is composed of two main types of members: Combatant Cleaners, who have special "giver" abilities and use vital instruments, and Supporter Cleaners, who help the combatants and don't have vital instruments but are still vital to missions. Beyond combat, they also recover discarded relics and use their skills to repurpose waste into tools, and their secret goal is to solve the world's mysteries.