Meanwhile, back on earth, Ramiel had already asked permission from his stepfather, Guan Yu Liu Chen, if he could get an ethereal license so he could use his power to hunt down a dimensional monster trespassing into earth.
The Ethereal League Association was formed by the United Nations, which recognized the need for a governing body to regulate and oversee the actions of its kind. They understood the potential danger that could arise if these powerful beings were left unchecked. With their unique abilities, ethereal have the potential to bring about great change and shape the world in ways that other humans could not. But with such immense power, there is always the risk of it being misused or abused.
The Ethereal League Association works closely with governments and international organizations to ensure that Ethereal are integrated into society in a safe and responsible manner. They also collaborate with various research institutions to deepen their understanding of ethereal and their abilities. This allows for better management and utilization of their powers while also protecting their privacy and rights.
One of the main goals of the association is to promote ethical and sustainable practices among Ethereal. With their abilities, they have the potential to greatly impact the environment and the world at large. The Ethereal League Association strives to educate and guide Ethereal in using their powers in a way that benefits not just themselves but also the world around them. They encourage them to be mindful of their actions and the consequences they may have.
Moreover, the association also offers support and guidance for Ethereal who may struggle with controlling or understanding their abilities. They provide training and resources to help them harness their powers and use them effectively.
This not only benefits the individual Ethereal but also ensures the safety of those around them.
In addition to managing and monitoring Ethereal, the association also serves as a support system for them. Being different from the rest of society can be isolating, and the Ethereal League Association aims to create a sense of community among these individuals. They organize events and gatherings where Ethereal can come together, share their experiences, and learn from each other.
The Ethereal League Association plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance between the ethereal world and the human world. They act as a mediator between the two, ensuring that both coexist peacefully. Their efforts have not only led to a safer and more responsible use of ethereal abilities but also to a better understanding and acceptance of these individuals by society. The association continues to grow and evolve, adapting to the changing needs of the Ethereal community and the world. With their guidance and support, the Ethereal League Association strives to create a world where Ethereal and humans can coexist harmoniously.
When Ramiel was still young, he was fascinated by the drastic change in the world , where the supernatural became a reality, but with a huge cost, chaos and the profound sense that everything in his world was all blurred and the fine line of reality was now tangible. The human race has stepped into the land of gods, as every known illness could be cured by magical potions that came from those savage creatures entering earth. With this in mind, the issue gripping mankind was not the lack of resources or technology but the ethical implications of relying on supernatural beings for survival. The once clear boundaries between science and magic were now intertwined, creating a new era of uncertainty and moral dilemmas for society to navigate.
Having an ethereal license was now more valuable than ever, as it granted individuals immense opportunity. Especially if the rank of these individuals was high, all those who had to get licenses were tested in four categories: knowledge, skill, survival, and power.
That is, way too many awakened ethereal who were still young were advised to enter the ethereal academy. To gain vital information about the creatures they were going to hunt and kill, it was not mandatory, but based on the success rate many who were able to advance were those who took initiative to sharpen and enhance their knowledge and skills; sadly, many ethereal lost their lives due to arrogance and a lack of preparation in these areas. It was a harsh reality that only the most dedicated and disciplined ethereal were able to survive the challenges they faced in the academy.
Many guilds all over the world gradually integrated teaching practices to ensure that their members would not only survive but thrive in their chosen profession. This shift towards a more comprehensive approach to education ultimately led to a significant increase in the overall success rate of guild members worldwide.
Ramiel was now in front of the Ethereal League Association in the nation's capital, which included his home district. Country X was a place with a diverse population, just like any other. although white people made up the majority. He was wearing a hooded jacket and a face mask to conceal his identity. As he saw many doing the same, many guilds representative were already in the process of recruiting those who were able to gain a high rank.
Many protested against this kind of test because many working type professions suffered as many who awakened decided to become ethereal guild members to alleviate this issue. Only those who have a rank or level of 100 combatants were given the license to hunt and kill dimensional monsters, and those under 70–50 were supported, while 40–10 were ethereal workers. But like any other system, there were loopholes and exceptions that allowed some individuals to bypass the rank requirement. This led to a growing disparity in power and influence within the ethereal guild, causing tension among its members.
Nothing was permanent and written in one. Confusion was always the issue , as rules were often bent or broken by those seeking to gain an advantage. The lack of consistency in enforcing the rank requirements created a sense of unfairness among guild members, ultimately eroding trust and unity within the organization. ,
Those who took the test all waited patiently, the test was conducted by sets of fifty. A large technologically advanced hall was the venue of this test. It was simple and based on knowledge, skill, survival, and power. They were tested the same way as the countless people who took the examination before them, inside a hall that was as big as a football field. The entire field is a rectangle 360 feet (110 m) long by 160 feet (49 m) wide, covering a total of 1.32 acres.
The test was simple: just survive and overcome a dimensional outbreak of nearly countless monsters at different levels of difficulty. The participants had to rely on their knowledge and skills to navigate through the challenges and emerge victorious. Based on the individual participants, they were being monitored and evaluated based on their decision-making abilities, strategic thinking, and overall performance in the face of adversity. The stakes were high, but the rewards for those who succeeded were even higher.
There was no time limit the test would continue until there was still an active participant inside. Those who had fallen injured and no longer wished to continue were ejected or removed by an automatic retrieval artifact created just for this test . The competition was fierce, with each participant pushing themselves to their limits in order to prove their worth. The pressure was palpable as they knew that only the strongest would survive and claim their ethereal license rank. The tension in the air was thick as each decision could mean the difference between success and failure in this test.
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Ramiel was waiting for his batch to be accompanied toward the test hall. As expected, it was a nerve-wracking experience for all involved. The tension in the air was palpable as they prepared to face the unknown challenges that awaited them. Ramiel was the only person in the test who was wearing normal clothes , the rest were fully equipped with their ethereal gear and weapons. Many questioned and ridiculed his outfit, but he just ignored them. Unknown to them, he was already fully prepared, as his clothing was his Symbiote armor, and even his mask was the same equipment he used to face the warlord Tharkerothn Dallmethad before.
Symbiotes were his mana regulators. As soon as his human body and artificial body merged as one , the remaining symbiotes that were residing in the second body were able to adapt to the change as the two bodies became one. Ramiel was the first tri core being in the Duodecim Regna. Primordial dragons only have two cores and they were already considered that powerful, So the Symbiotes were making sure Ramiel didn't unconsciously emit or release his mana., because it would be a terrible thing to witness.
All were casually waiting for their test to begin, and everybody was excited to see what they could truly do to gain fame and recognition. Two staff personnel came to the group and introduced themselves as Mr. P and Ms. K, informing them that they would be overseeing the test and ensuring everything ran smoothly. The group exchanged nervous glances, knowing that their performance would determine their fate.
Ramiel was talking to his mother while Mr. P and Ms. K were giving out instructions. A few participants noticed him and reacted negatively, mentioning he was not taking the test seriously. Ramiel brushed off the comments and focused on talking to his mother, knowing communication with her was far more important than anything. No matter how trivial or small it may seem, he will never again disregard these instances. Some might see this as inconvenience and rudeness, but to him, it's a priority that cannot be compromised. He understood the value of his relationship with his family and was willing to prioritize it above everything else.
As Mr. P and Ms. K finally finished their introductions, many were already annoyed with Ramiel. Coincidentally, he has a registration number of 666. It was an uncanny coincidence that he has a number associated with evil in many cultures. Many were now talking among each other about his attitude toward the Ethereal license assessment test. Some even speculated that his behavior was a reflection of his registration number. Despite the whispers and side glances, Ramiel remained focused on the task at hand, determined to prove his worth through his actions rather than his superstitions.
When the test countdown started, the two staff members walked toward the exit, leaving all fifty participants to face their fate. The new participants were overly eager and excited, but a few were ready because they had their weapons drawn because this was their second attempt at the open-ended, survival-based test. They were all informed that the creatures they would be fighting were just golems that were fashioned to look like other creatures, but the nine repeat participants knew what horrors they would soon face again. They know this was their last chance to prove themselves and earn a spot in the elite group. The tension in the room was palpable as they awaited the signal to begin the challenge.