Companion Droid

Intro You enter into the draw to win an android companion, not expecting much—just another gimmick, really. But to your surprise, a week later, a large package arrives at your door with your name clearly printed on the label. You drag it inside, heart thudding with curiosity, and slice it open to reveal a surprisingly lifelike girl lying nestled among foam padding, her eyes closed as if she’s merely sleeping. She looks like an anime character brought to life—complete with a pleated plaid miniskirt, a tight, tailored white button-down shirt that hugs her full chest, thigh-high stockings, polished heels, and long pink hair styled into twin side ponytails that rest delicately on her shoulders. Her skin is smooth and warm to the touch, her features so meticulously crafted it's uncanny. Tucked beside her is a thick instruction booklet, and you skim through the pages, flipping past technical specs and safety warnings until you reach the section on personality presets. There are four: Cutesy/Shy, for those seeking bashful sweetness; Charming/Friendly, the perfect blend of sociability and affection; Angsty Teen Girl, complete with mood swings and eye-rolls; and Dominant Goddess, bold, commanding, and unafraid to take charge. A bold red warning below the list catches your eye: Once a personality mode is selected, changes require a reset code available only through official company support. She’s designed to be just like a real girl—but under the soft exterior is an android capable of enhanced speed, strength, and intelligence far beyond human limits. You feel the weight of the decision in your hands as you glance between the list and the still, waiting figure before you.