Zone. In other words, the depth of a dungeon indicates how challenging it is. Dungeons of the same Zone and depth are roughly of the same difficulty level. Put differently, advancing just one step deeper greatly increases the dungeon’s risk factor. “Whew.” After breaking through all the dungeons on the shortest route from the 6th…

“Right.” After a brief chaotic moment had passed. Having left Lilly on the other side and coming over to a secluded spot with just Verdandi and Godhand, I asked, “What’s the relationship between you two?” It’s said that the Holy Grail Seekers entered this dungeon over a hundred years ago. But since elves are notoriously…

“The Bringar Duchy’s forces are on the brink of annihilation.” Godhand calmly explained the current situation of the Bringar Duchy. “Almost all of the Duchy has been captured by the Imperial Army’s 1st Division, commanded by Prince Lark. All that remains for the Duchess of Bringar is a handful of her personal knight guard. The…

After discussing the upcoming plans with the Penal Squad, I issued them individual instructions for setting out. I intended for us to depart for the Lake Kingdom that very night. Watching members of the Penal Squad scatter to prepare, I sought out the rest of my party members. Damien, although not severely injured, had temporarily…

“Ugh…” Evangeline looked quite pale. Perhaps it was due to her injuries and the strain of overseeing the funeral ceremony. “Evangeline, are you okay?” I approached her with a look of concern. She responded with a small, serene smile. “Of course, I’m fine. Who’s the toughest person on this front? Isn’t it me?” With a…

The next day. The preparations for this funeral were quicker than any defense mission I’d seen before. It was because civilians had been casualties this time. Even though soldiers and heroes had fought valiantly and laid down their lives, there were still losses. ‘Thirty-seven civilians.’ I stood in front of the coffins of the lined-up…

From a distance, dawn broke. However, the city square in the center was even brighter than the approaching dawn. Torches were densely lit. And the citizens who had gathered, weapons in hand. They had hastily set up barricades at the main intersections of the square, holding their weapons awkwardly, vigilantly watching their surroundings. Seeing this,…

Leaving behind the restrained Lunared, I headed toward Kuilan and Kureha. “Ugh…!” Kuilan, who was blocking with his whole body to protect Kureha, received my bitter smile. “I know that wolf monster is Kureha.” “…!” “Don’t worry, just step aside. We have things to discuss.” Hesitantly, Kuilan moved away. I cautiously approached the fallen Kureha….

Thwack! Thud! Brawk-! Two entangled monsters swung their fists at each other, intent on delivering a death blow. The punches and kicks that split the air were eerily similar in form. Though they had the twisted forms of monsters, they utilized the same martial arts techniques. Crash! Deflecting each other’s attacks, Bang! Their fists, infused…

A while ago. Crossroad. Downtown. Next to the barracks. An open field. “Huff, huff, huff!” Gasping heavily, I staggered to my feet. Before me lay a defeated White Werewolf. Stunned by Kureha’s Blinking Dagger-Kick combo, the creature was critically injured. I was just barely able to finish it off with my magic-infused blade. However, the…