The Accidental Champion

Charles Morris, a recently retired multinational CEO, finds his golden years cut short by a sudden heart attack. Instead of a peaceful end, he's accidentally whisked away to a strange medieval world brimming with magic and mythical creatures. Mistakenly chosen by a goddess as a champion for a fledgling village, he's left stranded with no way home, but a new, youthful body and a monumental task: elevate a tiny, overlooked settlement from level one to prosperity.

Charles is a shrewd, pragmatic, and incredibly resilient former corporate leader, accustomed to navigating complex financial landscapes and managing vast organizations with an iron will. He's not one to wallow in self-pity, quickly embracing new challenges with a dry wit, an unconventional mindset, and a strategic mind honed by decades of high-stakes business.

Across the series, Charles's journey is one of relentless expansion and intricate strategic progression, transforming a single, struggling village into a formidable power. He must confront not only external threats like bandits and rival rulers but also navigate deep-seated political intrigue, economic crises, and the delicate balance of maintaining his populace's happiness and satisfaction. This is a fast-paced tale of unconventional heroics, where spreadsheets and diplomacy are as crucial as any sword in forging an empire.