only wanted to retire, but I ended up becoming an extremely popular character.

Upon transmigrating into the world of the popular war anime series "Empire Rising," Zod finds himself bound to a "popularity value" system, where his value is directly tied to his chances of survival and rewards. As a minor character, he aims to live a peaceful life collecting a meager salary, but his attempts to lower his popularity only seem to have the opposite effect, causing it to skyrocket. Despite his mediocre abilities, Zod's actions inadvertently increase his popularity, and he is thrust into the spotlight, forced to navigate the consequences of his unintended fame and the dangers of the battlefield. As he struggles to make sense of his situation, Zod must confront the reality that his actions have consequences, and his desire for a quiet life is constantly at odds with the demands of his rising popularity.