Capitolo 1
When Survival Becomes Second Nature
Jake's Monday morning routine began like any other-alarm, thirty-minute preparation, and the dreaded commute to his corporate office. As a business analyst with a knack for investments, he preferred the solitude of spreadsheets to social interaction. Little did he know that this ordinary day would transform his existence forever. When his supervisor Jacob invited him to lunch, Jake reluctantly agreed, finding himself in a crowded elevator with Caroline from HR-the object of his unrequited attraction. As the elevator descended, strange words appeared in his mind: "Initiation of the 93rd Universe confirmed." Then everything went black. This moment marked the beginning of Jake's transformation from office worker to hunter-a journey that would reveal his true nature and unleash abilities he never knew existed in a world where survival demanded embracing one's primal instincts.
Capitolo 2
The System's Awakening
Jake regained consciousness in a stark white room that seemed to extend infinitely in all directions, finding himself face-to-face with a featureless humanoid entity - its smooth, pearl-white surface reflecting an otherworldly presence. This being introduced itself as an Interface and explained the "system" - a cosmic framework that would fundamentally reshape Jake's reality. The Interface methodically assessed Jake's baseline attributes: Strength 7, Dexterity 8, Constitution 6, Intelligence 9, Wisdom 8, and Charisma 10. These balanced but unremarkable stats earned him the classification of "Human (G)" - the lowest tier among humans in newly initiated worlds, though the Interface hinted this designation held hidden potential.
The system presented Jake with four distinct class paths, each shimming with holographic detail before his eyes. The Warrior path promised physical prowess and close-combat mastery. The Archer offered precision and tactical advantage from range. The Caster demonstrated manipulation of elemental forces and reality itself. The Healer showed powers of restoration and support. Drawing on memories of archery practice in his youth and an instinctive preference for calculated distance, Jake selected the Archer class. His choice immediately granted him three fundamental skills: Basic Archery for essential bow techniques, Basic One-Handed Weapon for close-quarters defense, and Archer's Eye - a skill that enhanced his visual acuity and targeting precision.
The Interface materialized essential equipment with methodical efficiency. Jake received a sturdy wooden bow crafted from an unknown species of wood, a basic quiver of arrows, a forest-green cloak engineered for stealth, a serrated survival knife, and an assortment of red and blue potions for healing and mana restoration. The most intriguing item was an Enchanted Quiver - a masterwork piece that could manifest arrows when infused with the user's mana, ensuring he'd never truly run out of ammunition if he managed his energy wisely.
Without warning or transition, Jake found himself transported to an enormous domed chamber housing a forest that defied natural laws - trees stretched hundreds of meters high, their canopy lost in artificial mist. A crystalline system notification materialized: "Welcome, Forerunner of the New World." This title came with tangible benefits: enhanced base stats, accelerated skill acquisition, and most notably, the ability to communicate with intelligent races across the multiverse through an innate translation function.
Nine other figures materialized alongside him on a hovering platform, including familiar faces from his office - Jacob, his project manager, and Caroline from accounting. Each person's attire reflected their chosen path: warriors clad in leather and steel armor, casters draped in elaborate runic robes, and fellow archers wearing camouflaged cloaks similar to his own. The tutorial interface appeared, outlining their challenge: survive 63 days in the forest below, accumulate Tutorial Points through beast hunting and potential PvP combat, and adapt to their new reality or perish trying.
As their elevated platform began its descent toward the forest floor, Jacob naturally fell into his management role, organizing immediate priorities: secure water sources, establish food supplies, and construct defensive shelter. Despite the deadly serious situation, Jake felt an unfamiliar sensation coursing through him - a primal excitement he'd never experienced in his former office life. The hunt was calling, and for the first time, he felt truly alive.
Capitolo 3
The Hunter Emerges
The group's first encounter with four badger-like creatures marked a pivotal moment in Jake's transformation. While others became mired in tactical discussions, Jake experienced an unprecedented mental clarity - time seemed to slow, his senses sharpened, and the creatures' movements became predictable patterns. His first arrow flew with deadly precision, striking the alpha badger's throat in a perfect kill shot that surprised even himself. The creature's death triggered multiple level-ups, dramatically boosting his Agility and Perception stats, and unlocking his first combat achievement.
Jake's enhanced capabilities felt strangely familiar, as though they were dormant talents rather than new abilities. His eyesight now caught minute details at impressive distances, his hearing could distinguish between different types of movement in the underbrush, and his spatial awareness expanded dramatically. These improvements manifested not as foreign additions but as natural extensions of his existing abilities - like remembering a long-forgotten skill rather than learning something new.
During a subsequent hunting expedition, they encountered what appeared to be an isolated juvenile boar-beast. Jake's arrow flew true before anyone could object, but the shot revealed a fatal miscalculation. The juvenile's death cry summoned an enraged Irontusk Boar, a fearsome level 10 creature with armor-like hide and devastating tusks. The ensuing battle left Joanna with a shattered leg, though the group ultimately prevailed through desperate coordination and Jake's precise shots to the beast's vulnerable eyes and joints.
The aftermath sparked intense conflict when Jacob confronted Jake about his reckless decision-making. Jake remained resolute, citing the tutorial's brutal statistics - ninety-seven deaths in just three days, with most victims falling to indecision or excessive caution. Though Jacob insisted on establishing clear protocols for group decisions, the others quietly acknowledged that Jake's combat instincts had proven superior to their methodical approach. This confrontation highlighted Jake's dramatic transformation from a cautious civilian to an efficient hunter who trusted his instincts over consensus.
His evolution accelerated during an unconventional training session with Casper, another archer. Jake convinced his reluctant partner to fire padded arrows at him while blindfolded - an exercise that initially resulted in numerous painful welts. However, with each impact, Jake began developing an inexplicable awareness of incoming threats. This sixth sense manifested as a tingling sensation that grew stronger with practice, eventually allowing him to dodge arrows without visual input. The session culminated in his Basic Archery skill spontaneously evolving into Advanced Archery, accompanied by a flood of intuitive knowledge about trajectory, wind compensation, and vital point targeting. Jake wasn't just becoming a better archer - he was awakening primal hunting instincts that would fundamentally reshape his identity and role within the group.
Capitolo 4
Blood and Transformation
Jake's true nature emerged during a seemingly routine night watch when three human attackers emerged from the darkness. In that crucial moment of mortal danger, his perception shifted dramatically - time appeared to slow to a crawl as his mysterious sixth sense fully awakened. Moving with deadly precision that belied his former life as an office worker, Jake killed all three attackers with terrifying efficiency. He caught an arrow mid-flight with supernatural reflexes, twisted away from sword strikes as if he could sense them coming, and dispatched his enemies with brutal hand-to-hand combat techniques he'd never learned but somehow knew instinctively.
The aftermath painted a chilling scene: Jake standing over the bodies of his fallen attackers, his clothes soaked in blood, wearing an unsettling smile of euphoric satisfaction. His campmates found him in this state, their horror evident as they struggled to reconcile this deadly warrior with the quiet colleague they thought they knew. The battle proved transformative beyond just survival - Jake gained substantial experience points, simultaneously advancing both his Archer class and Human race statistics. Most significantly, he unlocked a rare and powerful ability: the "Bloodline of the Primal Hunter." This unique trait heightened his already impressive instincts, granted him near-supernatural spatial awareness, and enhanced his ability to sense incoming danger before it struck.
The psychological aftermath of his first kills troubled Jake in unexpected ways - not because he felt the expected remorse or trauma, but because of its complete absence. Instead of guilt, he had experienced only euphoria, a pure rush of victory and dominance that left him craving more. This reaction forced him into deep self-reflection. Through this introspection, Jake came to understand that it wasn't the act of killing itself that thrilled him; rather, it was the primal satisfaction of the hunt and the exhilaration of overcoming worthy adversaries. This had always been fundamental to his nature - not someone who sought confrontation for its own sake, but an individual driven to tackle and master increasingly difficult challenges.
This profound self-realization culminated in a passionate confrontation with his fellow survivors. During a heated group discussion, Jake finally erupted in frustration: "This entire tutorial is focused on killing! What do you think it's training for?" His words carried the weight of harsh truth as he urged them to abandon their hesitation, to hunt beasts actively, gain vital experience, and prepare themselves for the brutal reality of their new existence - a world that mercilessly rewarded strength and punished weakness with death. His transformation from mundane office worker to accomplished hunter was now complete, though perhaps it was more accurate to say the system hadn't changed him at all - it had merely awakened and enhanced what had always lurked within him, waiting for the right moment to emerge.
Capitolo 5
Solitary Path and Hidden Powers
When a large, armored man named Richard demanded their healer Caroline join his group, Jake made a calculated decision to separate from his colleagues. Confronting Richard directly, Jake issued a clear threat: if any harm came to his former teammates, he would hunt Richard's group down one by one. As Jake walked away, Richard dispatched men to eliminate the threat he posed.
What followed was Jake's first true hunt as a predator rather than prey. Nicholas, Richard's right-hand man, led seven men to kill Jake but severely underestimated him. Using the forest as his ally, Jake systematically eliminated his pursuers one by one. Even when wounded by an arrow to his stomach, Jake continued his methodical hunt with deadly efficiency. The final confrontation with Nicholas-a worthy opponent-ended with Jake's victory but also a moment of respect as he closed the fallen archer's eyes.
Free to explore the forest alone, Jake embraced his hunter nature fully. He took down increasingly powerful beasts, developing tactics for different creatures while learning from each encounter. His solo journey led him to discover a jeweled lockbox containing Leather Bracers of the Novice Rogue that enhanced his stealth abilities-the first of many hidden treasures throughout the forest.
Jake's most significant discovery came when he entered a mysterious cave that transported him to a Challenge Dungeon. Inside, he faced deadly trials involving acid spikes, treacherous platforms, and symbolic challenges that tested both his physical abilities and wisdom. After nearly dying, Jake unlocked a hidden bonus room containing a massive mural showing the evolutionary path of a small snake growing into a dragon that shattered the heavens. For witnessing "the will of a true dragon," Jake received a substantial Willpower boost and a glimpse into cosmic mysteries beyond his understanding.
Capitolo 6
The Alchemist's Path
In the final chamber of the Challenge Dungeon, Jake discovered an ancient laboratory filled with alchemical equipment. When he placed his hand on a pedestal, a spike pierced through it, injecting him with a dormant poison. A massive book appeared with an image of the same snake from the mural, presenting him with a challenge: become an Alchemist of the Malefic Viper and cure himself within 30 days, or perish.
Despite having no experience with alchemy, Jake accepted the challenge, gaining the Alchemist profession which specialized in poisons. Knowledge flooded his mind, giving him five new skills: Herbology, Brew Potion, Concoct Poison, Toxicology, and the rare-ranked Malefic Viper's Poison. This unexpected path complemented his hunter abilities perfectly-providing him tools to create deadly toxins that could enhance his arrows and overcome stronger opponents.
Jake immersed himself in alchemy, spending days learning to craft mana and health potions. The process required careful mana injection-the true difference between skilled alchemists and novices. Despite multiple failures and depleted ingredients, Jake persisted through twelve hours of work, taking detailed notes on his failures. His determination eventually paid off when he successfully created his first mana potion, earning experience that leveled both his Alchemist profession and Human race.
As Jake continued crafting potions, he discovered his enhanced Wisdom had improved his memory to the point where he could recall exact page numbers from alchemy books. The system was changing him fundamentally, enhancing not just his physical abilities but his mental faculties as well. Jake's unique approach to alchemy-focusing on poisons rather than traditional healing-reflected his evolving identity as a hunter who used every tool available to overcome his prey.
Capitolo 7
Evolution and Divine Connection
Jake's race evolved from Human (G) to Human (F) at level 10, much earlier than the standard level 25. This evolution granted +1 to all stats and +5 Free Points per level, while his Bloodline Ability also improved, increasing his Perception bonus from 5% to 10%. Research revealed that races from newly integrated universes sometimes had an additional evolutionary stage below F-rank-an adaptation period for beings from mana-less universes.
After reaching level 25 in his Alchemist profession, Jake was offered five possible evolutions-the maximum number available, indicating the system recognized his "unparalleled raw talent" in poison-making. Jake chose Prodigious Alchemist of the Malefic Viper, which offered the most stat points and maintained his current skill path. Upon making this selection, Jake found himself transported to a strange dark realm where he encountered the Malefic Viper himself.
In this surreal meeting, Jake discovered the Viper was not merely a system construct but an ancient entity-a "Primordial" rather than a god. Their conversation spanned hours, with the eccentric snake-god shifting between jovial irreverence and profound melancholy, revealing the loneliness of immortality and power. Jake offered unexpected philosophical comfort, suggesting sometimes victory comes not from fixing what's broken but creating something new.
Before Jake departed, the Viper advised him to "focus on the mana" and unexpectedly gave Jake a handshake, transferring "a small string of karma" that filled Jake with power. This encounter resulted in Jake receiving the title "Holder of a Primordial's True Blessing," granting substantial stat bonuses and the Divine-rarity ability "Shroud of the Primordial" that hid his records and status from magical tracking. The connection formed between Jake and this ancient being would have far-reaching consequences, rippling through the multiverse and alerting powerful entities to the Viper's return after countless eras of absence.
Capitolo 8
Betrayal and Survival
While Jake focused on his personal growth, political machinations unfolded in the survivor camps. Richard, who owned a security firm before the tutorial, emerged as a leader among the survivors. He systematically limited group cohesion, separating people who knew each other before the tutorial whenever possible. Meanwhile, a sociopathic Metal Manipulator named William secretly murdered his original group and stayed with Richard's camp only for healing support.
When Jake attempted to reconnect with his former colleagues, he was ambushed by Richard's forces. Despite his enhanced abilities, Jake found himself surrounded and trapped by elemental whips. In desperation, he released an explosion of mana, breaking free momentarily. Though wounded, he fought back with poison bottles before being impaled by a fire spearman. With his last strength, Jake stumbled through a mysterious barrier into the inner area of the tutorial zone, where higher-level beasts roamed.
Near death, Jake projected part of his soul through his blessing connection to the Malefic Viper. The Viper counseled Jake to abandon naivety, seek power, and move forward ruthlessly after his betrayal. As Jake's projection faded, the Viper delivered a chilling reminder: "Freedom doesn't come without power, and power doesn't come cheap... Be sure you're the only one standing on the top."
Jake awakened surrounded by three decomposing raptor corpses he'd killed with poison while barely conscious. The experience had earned him enough to trigger a class evolution. After careful consideration of his five options, Jake chose Ambitious Hunter as it resonated with his bloodline and personal goals, providing excellent stat bonuses and aligning with his true nature. This class granted impressive bonuses and transformed his Archer's Eye into Hunter's Sight, enhancing his ability to track prey and spot weaknesses.
Capitolo 9
The Ultimate Hunter
In the inner area of the tutorial zone, Jake discovered a Tutorial Dungeon called Badger's Den. Inside the earthen tunnels, he found numerous Venomfang Badgers arranged in small groups throughout a vast underground cavern, with levels far higher than those he typically encountered outside. At the back sat a solitary Alpha Venomfang Badger with black, spiky fur that had a purple sheen.
Using his bow with poisoned arrows and Shadow Vault skill to maintain distance, Jake methodically eliminated the badgers, earning significant experience and leveling up both his Ambitious Hunter class and Human race. Between fights, he took breaks to brew stamina potions, finding alchemy a satisfying and relaxing activity compared to his previous corporate job.
Jake's most challenging battle came against the Den Mother-a massive badger that required all his skills and newly created poisons to defeat. When three Alpha badgers joined the fight, they inadvertently helped Jake by getting in each other's way. Jake methodically poisoned all three, letting them bleed out while applying his Mark of the Ambitious Hunter for bonus experience. After a strategic battle, Jake finally killed the Den Mother with a perfectly aimed Infused Powershot directly into its eye.
His reward for completing the dungeon included two special items: "Venomfang"-a dagger made from the Den Mother's fang, perfectly suited for Jake's Twin-Fang Style, and "Alpha Venomfang Badger Pants" made from badger hide, granting significant stat bonuses and the ability "Badger Jump." These items seemed suspiciously well-suited to Jake's needs, suggesting the system was tailoring rewards specifically for him.
As Jake exited the dungeon with his new gear, he looked "a bit less like a hobo" and had his next target already in mind. His journey from office worker to hunter was complete-he had embraced his primal nature and found his true calling in this new world. With less than a month remaining in the tutorial, Jake was determined to continue growing stronger, hunting more powerful beasts, and preparing for whatever challenges awaited beyond the tutorial's end.
Capitolo 10
The Cosmic Game
Behind the scenes of Jake's personal journey, larger forces were at work. The Malefic Viper's return after countless eras of absence sent ripples through the multiverse that alerted powerful gods to his presence. The Hall Master of the Malefic Order-an ancient organization that had waited generations for their patron deity's return-struggled to prepare for this momentous event while dealing with the Viper's unpredictable nature.
Meanwhile, Jacob-Jake's former supervisor-was approached by a divine woman who revealed she had selected him due to his connections with both "the Savant" (William) and "the Viper's Chosen" (Jake). She offered Jacob her blessing and the responsibility to spread her word-teachings of hope, justice, and righteousness. This divine being explained that gods in this system were tangible entities one could meet and potentially become, suggesting the tutorial was merely the beginning of a much larger cosmic journey.
The conflict between survivor camps escalated when William betrayed Richard, revealing his true allegiance was to The Smith-a craftsman whose family had been killed by Richard's faction. In a devastating battle, William unleashed his "Vortex of Steel" technique, creating a deadly storm that tore apart the remaining warriors. Only through the intervention of a mysterious smiling figure did William survive his exhaustion after the battle.
As the tutorial neared its end, with only 389 survivors remaining from the original 1200, the stage was set for the next phase of this cosmic game. Jake had found his path as the Ambitious Hunter and Prodigious Alchemist of the Malefic Viper, but the true nature of the system-and his role within it-remained shrouded in mystery. The only certainty was that survival required embracing one's true nature, whatever that might be.
Capitolo 11
The Path Forward
Jake's dreams revealed his past trauma-discovering his girlfriend cheating with his roommate-which had caused him to cut off all relationships and focus solely on his studies. In the dream, a strange entity attempted to manipulate him by suggesting Jacob would betray him, but Jake's enhanced instincts recognized the deception. Rather than reacting emotionally, Jake reaffirmed his desire for power-the kind that would make others fear betraying him.
This dream interaction was interrupted by mysterious green eyes that warned the manipulator never to interfere again, suggesting Jake had unknown protectors in this new reality. His response to potential betrayal-seeking power rather than emotional connection-reflected his evolution from a withdrawn office worker to a self-reliant hunter who trusted his instincts above all else.
As Jake continued to develop his abilities, he discovered he could manipulate mana in new ways-creating weak tethers to move objects through the air and enhancing his poisons and arrows with energy. Following the Malefic Viper's advice to "focus on mana," Jake experimented with using it as a catalyst for manipulating ambient energy, improving his control during potion-making and combat.
With the tutorial panel showing only 29 days remaining and 389 survivors out of 1200, Jake continued hunting alone, planning to reach at least level 25 before making contact with any survivor camps. Though concerned about his former colleagues, he prioritized gaining strength first, frustrated by the general lack of information about the outside world and the system itself.
Jake's journey had transformed him from a passive office worker into an active hunter who embraced challenges rather than avoiding them. In this new world where survival demanded embracing one's primal instincts, Jake had found not just a path to power but a connection to his true self-a hunter who thrived on overcoming worthy prey and constantly pushing his limits. Whatever awaited beyond the tutorial, Jake would face it with the confidence and instincts of a true predator.
