*Gulp*
Swallowing saliva, Yuki trembled a bit.
"These levels are insane. There's no way not to be surprised, especially Level 5, where the Planet Destroyers are. What about Level 4?"
Yuki didn't want to imagine. Compared to them, Yuki was just a mere ant, easily crushed at any moment.
(I... I must get stronger!)
Looking at Inori, who, like him, was petrified, Yuki clenched his fist.
There were many dangers; the world couldn't protect them forever. As a Champion, sooner or later, he would have to face powerful beings. The fact that important people in his life could die was something Yuki wouldn't risk. He didn't want to lose more in his life.
"What about the other levels? They should be stronger, right?"
Urging Hestia to continue, Yuki needed to gather all the information he could. After all, you never know when you'll face a powerful enemy.
Looking at his eager expression, Hestia shrugged.
"Level 3, at this level, we call it 'Cosmic.' In this level, only one Champion has been able to reach this realm, while some Overlords have also achieved it. All who entered this level have abandoned their flesh and bone bodies, creating one of energy, being one with their own soul. Like the previous levels, it has three sub-levels.
'Cosmic Low or Galaxy': As the name suggests, these beings can destroy a galaxy or Level 6 worlds. These beings are known as 'Devourers.'
'Cosmic Medium': This level is very problematic, as beings at this level can be considered invincible. They can destroy Level 7 worlds, as well as multi-galaxies. They also receive a nickname, 'Indestructible.'
'Cosmic High': This level has been the farthest a Champion has reached. At this level, they can destroy Universes. Fortunately, no Overlords have reached this level yet. They also receive a nickname, 'Transcendent.'"
Finishing her explanation, Hestia sighed; this had taken quite a bit of energy, but it was fine. It also reminded her of good times.
"What about the other levels? What's in Level 2? Level 1?"
Although Hestia was satisfied with the explanation, Yuki still wanted to know what was beyond this. So, looking intensely at Hestia, Yuki clenched his teeth.
"Level 2? That's not something you need to know."
Shaking her head, Hestia shrugged.
"There's no need for you to know; that level is something even we have doubts about its existence."
Thinking again, Hestia didn't know how those levels originated. These levels were instilled from the beginning; no one knew who gave rise to these levels. But for Hestia, only up to Level 3 was it possible for a being to reach. After all, only one Champion had reached it, and even after that, many began to doubt if Level 2 really existed. Hestia had not met anyone or heard rumors of anyone who had reached that level. So, among the Gods, Level 3 was the maximum, while Level 2 and Level 1 were only legends passed down through time.
"I see..."
Taking a deep breath, Yuki calmed down a bit. He was quite shaken and shocked; Level 3 was insane. However, it also brought excitement.
If a Champion could enter that level, he could too.
No, he had to achieve it. If he wanted a peaceful life with his girlfriends, he had to be able to protect them all.
(My adventure is just beginning.)
Looking up, Yuki anticipated the future; this world was full of surprises that he still had to explore, as well as other worlds.
"So, what about the Overlords?"
Another important point was that besides Gods and Champions, Overlords were also mentioned.
Looking at Yuki suspiciously, Hestia couldn't help but doubt the little one since, being a Champion, not knowing about Overlords was impossible unless Yuki had faced one but remained ignorant of the title.
"Overlords, eh?... My Champion, let me ask you, when you won your 'Crown,' who was your enemy at that moment?"
Frowning, Yuki brought a hand to his mask. To be honest, being a Champion was a mistake, but according to Artemis, he saved a world, even though it was a shitty game. Still, he saved the world.
So, remembering the name of the final boss, Yuki said.
"If I remember correctly... That guy called himself [The Lord of the Eternal Abyss]."
Satisfied, Hestia confirmed her theory. Yuki did face an Overlord, but he didn't know anything about it.
"My Champion, an Overlord is the opposite of you. They are beings that destroy or devour worlds. Only someone who has destroyed a world can bear that title..."
Pausing for a moment, Hestia raised a finger while smiling bitterly.
"In other words, he's your greatest enemy."
If there's light, there must be darkness. Overlords are exactly that; they are the darkness, beings hated and feared by the world, as well as the natural predators of the world.
They exist to destroy the world, just like Champions. Overlords have no limits; they will grow and surpass the Gods, as well as devour the worlds, making themselves stronger with each world they destroy. Unlike Champions, who become stronger through effort and time, Overlords become stronger by destroying worlds since they devour the energy of the world, making it part of their power. At the same time, the world curses them, leaving the cursed mark on their souls forever. However, this mark is something that distinguishes them since, with it, they can continue to grow and destroy worlds, making them almost invincible.
There are many Overlords in the infinite Universe, several of them capable of destroying a Level 2 world. Unfortunately, Champions are few in number, but conversely, Champions are stronger but more vulnerable since their duty is to save and protect the world.
Fortunately, Champions don't lose because there are no records of an Overlord winning against a Champion, not to mention the superior Champion who destroyed thousands of Overlords in the past, leaving these beings in decline.
"Despite being your natural enemy, you don't have to worry about it, my Champion. The important thing now is for you to recover from your injuries and bring money to the family."
Looking at Yuki lower his head in depression, Hestia tried to console him. However, her words were the opposite; now Yuki had to support this lazy Goddess. Not to mention that Hestia was urging him to work as quickly as possible.
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TN: Lazy ass lump of fat