The portal behind Joseph and his team shimmered before sealing shut, leaving them standing in the bustling heart of Toyohashi Planet City. A wave of noise and unrest greeted them as they surveyed the scene—a protest in full swing. The city square thronged with people voicing their frustrations about the ongoing struggles plaguing their world.At the center of the crowd stood the City Lord, his voice rising above the angry murmur. He gestured with measured authority, attempting to soothe the mob. "We are working tirelessly to resolve this crisis. I ask for your patience," he urged.Joseph and his team remained unnoticed amidst the chaos, their arrival obscured by the density of the crowd and the incessant flow of traffic through the city’s main streets.The uneasy calm shattered abruptly. A portal ripped open in the air, its jagged edges crackling with energy. The piercing sound silenced the crowd, who froze in terror before scattering in panic as a monstrous roar echoed through the sq

Joseph and his team materialized in the chaotic city of Kawasaki on Planet City, greeted by a scene of unfolding devastation. Monsters and demons rampaged through the streets, while warriors clashed with them in an intense battle. The team rushed into the fray without hesitation, but to their shock, their attacks passed through the monstrous enemies as if they were illusions.“What the hell is going on?” Yoshinori exclaimed, watching his blade slice through a demon without leaving a scratch.“This doesn’t make any sense,” Mai added, her brows furrowed in confusion.Their confusion deepened as they noticed the warriors and monsters seemed… digital. The entire battle unfolded like a highly advanced virtual reality game. Yet, despite its artificial nature, the destruction inflicted on the city was very real.As Joseph approached one of the holographic warriors, a stout dwarf clad in heavy armor, he attempted to make contact. “Hey! Can you hear me?” he called, extending a hand.But his ha

Joseph and his team materialized in Nagano Planet City, a bustling metropolis where life appeared to continue as usual. Citizens moved about their routines, seemingly untouched by strife. However, beneath this façade lay a growing crisis—one the city lady had carefully concealed to prevent widespread panic.The team’s arrival did not go unnoticed. Within moments, they were approached by the warriors of Nagano, their leader, Kouta Mitsu, standing at the forefront. Kouta, a formidable knight commander and vampire merman, exuded a commanding presence. He greeted the group with a measured calm and personally escorted them to the council hall, where the city lady and a gathering of elders awaited.After the customary introductions, they delved straight into the matter at hand. Kouta revisited the dire circumstances, explaining with somber resolve. "A powerful demon lord has threatened to erase our planet from existence," he began.Though the demon lord was not the strongest of her kind, he

"Now then, since your leader is already taken care of... because I was hoping for a real challenge, and now he's dead by my appearance alone," the Demon Lord said, her voice dripping with mock amusement. She posed like a model, one hand resting on her hips, her crimson skin gleaming with the dark allure of her confidence. "Quite unfortunate for any of you who think you will survive my attack."Her words hit with the weight of certainty, and as the team gritted their teeth, they couldn’t deny the truth in her statement. Despite their formidable power, they knew just how overwhelming a Demon Lord could be. Whether strong or weak, the title of Demon Lord alone made them a force to be reckoned with. With a mere flick of their wrist, such beings could snuff out the lives of entire armies without breaking a sweat.But if a Demon Lord chose to toy with you, it was for their own amusement. It wasn’t just a test of strength—it was a test of survival. And it was a challenge no warrior should ta

Inside, the atmosphere was heavy with age. Mai took the stairs, moving silently from door to door, while Joseph remained downstairs in the main hall. He inspected the ruined altar and the crumbling surroundings, carefully examining every nook and cranny in search of any clues.Unbeknownst to Joseph, a figure had silently entered the church. A hybrid demon-witch, disguised as a nun, walked slowly toward him. She carried a spellbook that appeared to be a demonic Bible, a perfect ruse. Somehow, she had managed to bypass Mari’s watchful gaze. The woman’s footsteps were silent, and as she neared the altar, she stopped, close enough to catch Joseph’s attention."Another wandering lost soul, I see," she said softly, her voice smooth but laced with malice. She did not look at him, her gaze fixed downward.Joseph, momentarily distracted by her voice, turned. A whistle escaped his lips as he took in her stunning appearance. He couldn’t yet tell what she was, but she was undeniably striking. Tos