Deified as a Hero, I Seek My Freedom

During a grueling war with the demons, the human hero Zel defeated the demon hero Aza in a tie, resulting in a 100-year armistice to allow the land and their respective populations to recover. As their souls were being returned to the reincarnation stream, Zel's was forcibly pulled back, but not before Aza noticed and snuck back with him, resulting in a merged soul of sorts.

As it turned out, Zel was deified as the protector of the Landol kingdom he served, tying his soul to the land. His sword became the symbol of worship, thus housing his conscience along with Aza's. His bones became holy relics, each holding a part of his soul, which were distributed among the nobles to call forth his power in times of need.

As a true hero, Zel respected their decision and rejoiced in the fact that he could protect the people he loved for ages to come, but before long, the greediness of humanity took advantage of his belongings, throwing Zel into despair. He yearned to be free from his blessing turned curse and be reincarnated until one day a boy of unknown origin stumbled upon his sword...

In order to return his soul to the reincarnation stream, his soul needed to be whole once again, beginning his journey to reclaim himself from the people he once adored.