Chapter 1: The Mission Begins (20 panels) 1. Panel 1: Ryo and Kai standing in a dimly lit room, surrounded by weapons and tactical gear. 2. Panel 2: Close-up of Ryo's serious face, carefully choosing a sword. 3. Panel 3: Kai smirking, holding a gun and a set of explosives. 4. Panel 4: A flashback panel showing Ryo and Kai's previous missions, hinting at their experience. 5. Panel 5: A computer screen showing the location of Madam Akira's compound. 6. Panel 6: The duo discussing the risks of the mission in a gritty, urban bar. 7. Panel 7: Ryo making a hand gesture, outlining the plan on a map. 8. Panel 8: Kai rolling his eyes but agreeing to the plan. 9. Panel 9: The two friends suiting up in black tactical gear, with intense focus. 10. Panel 10: A high-angle shot of the city at night as Ryo and Kai drive toward the compound.

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A nighttime scene of a person standing between the gaps of a tall building.