Wishlist Wizard: The Rise of the Zero Hero

At fifty-seven, Wayne is the world's worst isekai hero. Summoned decades late, his body didn't become superhuman, and his system is broken—only two menus work: his pathetic stats and a greyed-out "Christmas List." Four years into a quiet life as a scholar, he discovers a single page from a 1990 Electronics Boutique catalog. The list activates, letting him tear skills straight from retro games. Now, he and his best friend Fergus combine abilities from mismatched genres—a train sim's upgrade boosting a fantasy sword—while dodging the mistakes of his past. A lighthearted LitRPG where synergy trumps raw power. No harem. No retro knowledge needed. Just a second chance at a second life.