God hunter system : The punisher

Into the Rift

Fanel just had time to close his eyes for a brief moment when he found himself standing with the rift behind him. He had been abruptly transported into this world, feeling like he had been sucked into it. However, as he stood there alone in this unknown world, he felt strangely at home.

Anyway, there was no longer any way to return to the other side since the rift opened by Kamisama was closing. Why would he even want to go back there? He had chosen to come here to learn how to master his new power, and until that was done, he would stay here. He didn't think Kamisama would let him come here if there was even a remote chance of danger. The deity cared too much for his chosen one. Moreover, Kamisama reassured him that he would be fine. Kamisama was not someone who would lie, and with his intrusive way of reading his thoughts, Fanel was sure that when he was ready, the deity would open a rift for him to return to his world... Or failing that, he would find a solution.

He took a step forward, trying to get used to this place. Everything was different here: the ground was covered with rough stones and mud, giant black rocks dotted the landscape, and impressive mountains rose on the horizon, eclipsing the sun.

The sun... Well, if he could call it that. Since this star or whatever it was, was the only luminous mass in the sky resembling the solar star he knew, he decided to call it the sun. The light diffused by this "sun" was rather dark and gloomy. It gave him the impression of a sun hidden behind another star, like a permanent eclipse.

He huffed, reminding himself that he didn't come here for sightseeing. If there was anything to learn about this world, he would do it later. For now, he needed to mark his bearings and begin his training quickly. It was a new and more hostile world, filled with mystery, and he had to be on his guard.

Fanel looked for a place to settle down and ended up choosing a spot at the edge of a river. He felt that this location was conducive to training, with its calmness and natural beauty. It wasn't as constraining as he had initially thought. The landscapes, although darker in places, were somewhat familiar, and he didn't feel completely out of place.

He looked around and spotted a cave near the stream he was next to. He cautiously entered the cave, hoping to not encounter any hostile creatures like bears or wolves that often sought refuge in human world caves.

He gulped, realizing that although he possessed this power, finding himself in the world of monsters without any prior experience was still daunting. Especially since he could come across them at any time.

He entered the cave before raising his hand to open the system window.

"Cave Analysis," he commanded.

The window presented him with the scan results of the cave, assuring him that there were no threats in the vicinity. He breathed a sigh of relief before deciding to make it his temporary dwelling. He needed at least a bed to rest on and a fire to combat the slightly chilly temperature. As for food and clothes, he knew he would have to figure that out later since he had been thrust into this world without any preparation.

He spent some time settling into the cave, starting to feel more comfortable in this environment. His heart began to embrace the situation more calmly.

Suddenly, he felt drawn to a sinister presence. This presence was overwhelming, almost suffocating, and he quickly exited the cave.

"Perimeter scanning," he commanded.

The system window displayed the results: [Approaching Monsters.]

Fanel's heart quivered as he looked to the side, his eyes widening as he saw a group of monsters advancing towards him, their eyes glinting with malevolent intent. Fanel prepared himself, his power ready to be used, but he knew he shouldn't use it impulsively. He hadn't even mastered it yet.

The monsters closed in, their claws ready to attack. Fanel closed his eyes, focusing on his breathing. He could feel their energy, but he knew he shouldn't succumb to fear. He could do it. He could learn to control his power and defend himself against these creatures. He had to, in order to fulfill the mission entrusted to him and protect humans from all threats.

The screams of the monsters in the distance no longer frightened him; in fact, they ignited something within him. The desire to know what he was capable of, he who had always been considered a failure as a hunter. He had never had the opportunity to face monsters before, so now he would test himself. It was an excellent way to gauge his basic abilities, obtained after awakening his regeneration power, before assimilating God's Hand.

The monsters screamed as they rushed at him, a group of trolls towering over him. They must have been between four to five meters tall. One of them swung a mighty fist, but the blow had no effect on Fanel.

"How?" Fanel questioned, his body glowing with incredible energy as the system window appeared once again.

[Instant regeneration skill assimilation activated. All damages and injuries suffered by the user will be immediately fixed] the window displayed.

Fanel smiled, amazed at the evolution of his regeneration power. The possibilities seemed endless.

[Do you want to evolve Regeneration and add the Reinforcement skill to it?]the system window prompted him.

Fanel couldn't help but almost burst out laughing. "Yes, of course," he replied enthusiastically.

At that moment, a stream of energy circulated through his body, giving him exceptional strength. He looked up to see a troll raising an ax to strike him, but the weapon shattered before it even touched him.

[Force Field Activated] the system window announced.

"Is it God's Hand? I don't think my regenerative power or the boost could do that. Unless the boost is also affecting the energy around me," Fanel mused.

Fanel raised his hand to strike the troll in front of him, but before he could, something sent the monsters flying. Fanel opened his eyes to see a golden figure floating in front of him. It emitted a powerful aura, brimming with divine energy. It had the power to defeat monsters effortlessly.

Fanel knelt gratefully. He had found the answer to his question, and it was here, in this world of monsters and demons. He was going to become stronger, master his new power, and fulfill his mission.