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A World of Blood and Stone
Kai groaned as his body hit the cold, hard ground. His vision blurred, but as he adjusted to the dim light, he realized—this was not Earth.
Jagged black rocks stretched as far as the eye could see, and an eerie crimson mist floated in the air. The sky above was dark purple, swirling with unnatural clouds. The entire landscape felt… hostile.
Then, it hit him.
He had really died. He was no longer human. No more cities, no more technology—just this brutal new world.
And worst of all…
[DING! Mission Received: Survive for 24 Hours.]
[Failure Condition: Death.]
A chill ran down his spine.
"Tch. Failure equals death? Damn system, couldn't you start with something easier?"
The air was unnaturally silent—until a deep, guttural growl shattered the stillness.
Kai's breath caught in his throat. He turned around, and his golden eyes widened.
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First Hunt, First Kill
A wolf-like beast stood atop a boulder, staring directly at him. Its black fur shimmered under the blood-red sky, and crimson eyes burned with hunger.
Kai's body tensed as the system responded.
[Name: Bloodfang Direwolf]
[Power Level: 10]
[Threat Level: Extremely Dangerous]
"Power Level 10? And I'm at… what? Level 1?"
The wolf leapt.
Kai barely dodged, rolling to the side as claws slashed through the ground. His breathing was ragged, his muscles weak—this body was nothing like his previous one.
I need a weapon! I need strength!
[DING! Special System Reward: Beginner's Gift Unlocked.]
A bright golden light flashed before him. A rusted black sword appeared in his hand—its blade cracked, its handle wrapped in worn-out leather.
[Item Received: Rusted Iron Sword]
[Attack Power: +5]
Kai tightened his grip.
"Fine. Let's see if I can survive this damn trial."
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A Taste of Power
The wolf lunged again. This time, Kai didn't run. He raised his sword—instinct kicking in.
The beast's fangs glinted as it aimed for his throat, but Kai stepped aside at the last moment, slashing his blade across its exposed side.
SLASH!
The wolf howled in pain as dark red blood splattered onto the rocks. But it wasn't over yet.
[DING! System Ability Unlocked: Power Vision]
[Effect: See enemy power levels and weak points.]
Kai's eyes glowed with a golden shimmer. Instantly, weak points flashed across the wolf's body—its neck, joints, and heart.
"Now this is useful."
The beast, enraged, charged again. But this time, Kai was ready.
With a swift movement, he ducked under the attack and drove his sword into its throat.
CRACK!
The blade pierced flesh, and the wolf's growl turned into a gurgled whimper. A second later, it collapsed—lifeless.
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The Road to Supremacy Begins
Kai staggered back, chest rising and falling rapidly. Blood dripped from his blade. His heart pounded, but he felt something else… exhilaration.
Then, the system chimed again.
[DING! Mission Update: 23 Hours Remaining.]
[DING! You have gained EXP.]
[Level Up: 1 → 2]
A surge of energy filled his body. His muscles felt stronger, his mind sharper.
Kai exhaled, looking at his bloodstained hands.
"So this is my new reality."
If this world only rewarded the strong… then he had no choice.
He would become the strongest.
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