In one of the desolate city streets, a strange distortion in space shimmered into existence.
A swirling vortex formed out of nowhere—a dungeon gate.
From its depths, a figure stepped out—Alex.
As he looked around at the ruined surroundings, the gate behind him crackled and vanished into thin air.
"Hmm…"
He exhaled softly, stretching a little as he checked his pocket watch.
1:00 AM.
"Now I have 3 million coins," he muttered with a small grin.
"I can use this to start improving the city... and maybe train some people who'll serve as my subordinates."
He paused in thought, calculating his next move.
"First thing tomorrow, I'll go see the Drakes—gotta check how many people are still alive here."
His eyes scanned the darkness, knowing full well the city was still crawling with monsters.
"Can't use Deux just yet… I need to wipe out all the monsters first to activate its full potential."
He clenched his fists.
"And about that 120/100 rating… if my theory's right, exceeding the mission limit unlocks special rewards. That's my new goal."
While lost in thought, his feet led him to a crumbling building with a flickering old sign that read:
Motel Gel.
"Destroyed, but still standing… it'll do."
With that, Alex entered the motel, found a half-decent room, and leaned back against the wall, sword within reach.
His eyes slowly closed as sleep took him.
"Hmm... looks like it's morning."
I glanced at my wristwatch—5:00 AM.
"I only slept four hours at most… guess that's enough."
I stretched slightly, then stepped out into the broken street.
"Now then, let's head to the police station."
As I made my way through the city center, I occasionally encountered monsters. None of them were a threat. Each one fell with a single, fluid motion of my blade—swift, clean, effortless.
As I moved deeper into the city, the buildings here were noticeably more intact than where I came from. Signs of civilization returning. Just ahead, the police station came into view—surrounded by a large crowd.
Police and soldiers patrolled the area, keeping things in order. Some guarded the perimeter to prevent any stray monsters from sneaking in.
People began to notice me.
Whispers reached my ears. Thanks to my heightened perception, I caught every word.
"Whoa… look above his head."
"Is that a title?"
"So he's the Guardian of Eagle City, huh?"
"He must be insanely strong…"
"We're saved!"
Some gazes were full of hope. Their eyes gleamed—like I was some kind of messiah.
But not all looks were warm.
I spotted a few shady individuals eyeing me with envy, fear, and malice.
"Heheh…" I smirked. "Let them try. If anything, it'll just spike my Defense stat, idiots. There's always snakes in the crowd, no matter the world."
After all, with the system revealing everything above your head, it's not like I could hide:
Alex Dawn
Title: Guardian
Number: 1
Defense: 0
Dungeon: 1
"Yeah... this thing basically announces you to the world."
I sighed. "Looks like my hands are getting bloodied again today."
Just then, a voice called out from the crowd.
"Umm, excuse me... are you Sir Alex?"
I turned to face him. A young man, roughly my age, stood in front of me wearing a police uniform.
"Yeah? That's me," I answered, a little curt.
"Ah! Sir, my name's Matt Drew. The City Lord sent me to come fetch you."
"Oh? Alright then, Matt. Lead the way."
"Yes, sir! Right this way—thank you, sir!"
He bowed slightly and turned, guiding me through the crowd.
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Name: Alex Dawn
Age: 21
Title: Guardian
Number: 1
Defense: 0
Dungeon: 1
Coins: 3,005,000
Stats:
Strength: 1240
Speed: 1230
Stamina: 1240
Perception: 784
Vitality: 1220
Items:
1. Gala Ring
Effect: Immune to night mist poison
2. Good Sword
Attack Power: +35
Durability: 200/200
Attack Speed: Fast
Crit Chance: 10%
Special Effect: +5% Agility
3. Bloodweave Coat
Durability: 250/250
Base Stat Boosts:
+5 Vitality
+10% Movement Speed
+15% Slashing Resistance
+25% Fear Intimidation Aura when bloodied
Passive: Regenerates 1% HP/sec when near or in blood
Special Effects:
Blood Memory: After 10 kills, activate Blood Surge
+20% Strength & Speed for 60 seconds
Cooldown: 10 minutes
Intimidating Presence: Enemies with lower stats may hesitate or flee before attacking
Titles
Title: Guardian
Buffs:
+50% to all stats when fighting within the city
+20% damage resistance when inside the city
Guardian of Eagle City
Guardian of Zai City
Gurdian of Ramos city
Gurdian of Hai City
Guardian of Veto City