The rain fell heavy and crimson, painting the ground in blood.
Haru stood motionless among the fallen, his sword dangling loosely at his side as the metallic scent filled the air. He raised his gaze to the darkened sky, watching the blood rain down like tears from the heavens.
> "I see it now…" he whispered to himself. "Our levels may differ… but I was still stronger."
He closed his eyes, remembering Lynelle's words echoing softly in his mind.
> "The ranks depend on the species — Human, Demon, Elf, Dragon. Humans are the weakest… dragons, the strongest.
Haru opened his eyes, the reflection of blood glimmering on the edge of his blade. The sword hummed faintly, resonating with the power coursing through him.
But we're not just humans. We're outsiders. That means we stand above them. Maybe… it's because of the System."
Without warning, an undead lunged from behind — its jagged sword slicing through the air toward his neck.
But Haru didn't even glance back.
Shing!
A single swing — faster than thought. The undead froze mid-motion before its body split apart and crumbled into dust.
Haru exhaled slowly, lowering his sword.
His expression was calm. Detached.
Then, without hesitation, he began to walk.
Each step carried a quiet pressure that shook the earth. The moment demons appeared in his path, his blade flashed — clean, precise, merciless.
One. Ten. A hundred.
The battlefield drowned in silence once more, the only sound left was the rain — and the soft hum of Haru's sword cutting through the crimson mist.
The sky above the battlefield burned crimson, ash and blood falling like rain.
For a 6 months, Haru had fought without rest—slaying, defending, and enduring waves of undead until the corpses piled like hills around him.
And then—
> [Ding!]
Congratulations! You have reached Level 80.
You have transcended beyond mortal limits.
You have entered the Realm of Transcendence (Saint Level).
The system's voice echoed through his mind, calm yet divine, carrying a weight that made his entire body tremble.
A blinding gold light enveloped him, pushing back the darkness of the battlefield. His mana surged—violent, infinite—circulating faster than it ever had before.
> +50 to All Stats.
New Skills Unlocked (Transcendent Tier):
— [Telekinesis] (Rank ??)
Grants control over physical objects through pure willpower. Strength and precision scale with Intelligence and Sense. A technique said to mimic the gods who shaped the world with thought alone.
— [Levitate] (Rank ??)
Allows the user to manipulate gravitational force within a limited radius. Enables flight, midair movement, or the ability to defy terrain itself. The body becomes light as spirit, moving where mana flows.
— [Partial Inventory] (Rank ??)
Creates a personal subspace pocket for limited item storage. Time is frozen within the space, preserving anything placed inside. Expands in capacity with each level of transcendence.
The glow faded, leaving Haru standing amidst the silent ruins.
His breathing steadied.
The fatigue, the pain—all gone.
He looked down at his hands, the faint golden light still coiling around his fingers.
> "So this… is transcendence."
The world felt slower now. Every droplet of blood that fell, every shift in mana, every flicker of life—he could feel them all.
He wasn't just fighting anymore.
He had become something beyond human.
Status Window
Name: Haru Villamor
Age: 25
Job: Gladiator
Level: 80
Title: Ranker
Strength: 251
Intelligence: 230
Agility: 233
Vitality: 245
Sense: 257
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Skills
A+ Rank — Arthur's Manual (Passive)
Knowledge forged from countless battles. Every strike, stance, and movement is guided not by instinct, but by experience carved into his soul. Even without a system's aid, Haru's body moves like a seasoned warrior who has fought through centuries.
A Rank Crimson Blade (Active): Imbues the weapon with red aura, increasing damage by 80% for 30 seconds. Cooldown: 1 hour.
A+ Rank — Aura Blade (Active)
Condenses the user's mana into pure energy, coating the blade with a brilliant aura that cuts through armor, magic, and bone alike. Increases overall damage by 80% for 30 seconds. Cooldown: 1 hour.
A Rank — Barrier of Barrack (Active)
Summons a defensive barrier capable of absorbing massive physical and magical attacks. The stronger the user's vitality, the tougher the barrier becomes. Often used to protect allies or endure lethal blows. Duration: 20 seconds. Cooldown: 45 minutes.
B Rank — Flash Step (Active)
A high-speed footwork technique that allows the user to move faster than sight. Transfers momentum from the ground through the body, enabling instant repositioning or lethal surprise attacks. When chained with a strike, damage increases by 50%.
C Rank — Mana Reinforcement (Active)
Temporarily strengthens the user's body using raw mana, enhancing muscle density and reaction time. Perfect for close combat. Duration: 30 seconds. Cooldown: 10 minutes.
+ Bloodlust (Active): Unleashes a suffocating killing intent. Enemies with lower level experience suppression and mental collapse.
S Rank — Berserker (Passive/Active Hybrid)
When HP drops below 5%, the user enters a berserk state for 10 seconds. During this period, all forms of damage and debuffs are nullified. Attack and defense stats are doubled. Cooldown: 34 days. A gift from the gods to warriors who stand between life and death.
S Rank — Heaven Barrier (Passive)
After ascending into the realm of Gladiators, Haru gained divine protection. Any attack or magic from an enemy below his level, or ranked under A, cannot pierce his barrier. A symbol of his transcendence—proof that he now walks among those chosen by the gods.
— [Telekinesis] (Rank ??)
Grants control over physical objects through pure willpower. Strength and precision scale with Intelligence and Sense. A technique said to mimic the gods who shaped the world with thought alone.
— [Levitate] (Rank ??)
Allows the user to manipulate gravitational force within a limited radius. Enables flight, midair movement, or the ability to defy terrain itself. The body becomes light as spirit, moving where mana flows.
— [Partial Inventory] (Rank ??)
Creates a personal subspace pocket for limited item storage. Time is frozen within the space, preserving anything placed inside. Expands in capacity with each level of transcendence.