Meanwhile, on the outside...
The sky over cities, deserts, and forests worldwide was filled with ominous, swirling energy as hundreds—no, thousands—of S-Grade portals appeared.
The portals were massive, dark, and crackling with unknown energy, sending waves of fear rippling through the global population. News channels flashed urgent bulletins, social media was awash with panic, and the streets were filled with people looking up at the sky in dread.
In New York City, a portal hovered over Central Park. Crowds of people gathered, their faces pale with fear. Even the mighty hunters were no exception as the portals grew wider each day.
"Is this the end?" a woman whispered, clutching her child's hand tightly.
