Daniel, Tasha, two scout members, and an additional comrade returned to the Base.They had left Dave and the others in charge of coordinating everyone in case Demons found their way into the base and attacked people. The Camp members were forced to be awake, and to be on their guard against the group of Demons they heard from a distance.Many were still drowsy, and since the environment was still very dark, even with the illumination of many lamps, they were at a disadvantage.Upon sensing movement within the cluster of trees that they faced, everyone became alert, tightening their grip on each of their weapons as they glared nervously at the suspicious location.The sounds became louder, and the rustle of leaves could clearly be heard by everyone, making their hearts beat more rapidly. Just as whatever was within the cluster began to make an entrance, the Subjugation Team Members all pointed their blades in its direction.“Relax, guys. It’s us.” Adam’s voice sounded, suddenly reveali

The next morning, everyone was forced to wake up early. I got up without much issue since I needed less sleep in my condition. Hearing groans and moans from those who slept around me, made me sigh in disgust.Leaving the tent first, I went to the gathering that was slowly forming as a result of Adam’s call.Not long after, the members began assembling, and in a few minutes, we were all present.“We begin our subjugation today! I know last night was unexpected, but I hope we all had enough sleep. If we didn’t, it’s time to shake off any semblance of drowsiness or hesitation! We’ll be undertaking the real deal!” Adam declared.Tasha was beside him as his assistant, looking stoic. It reminded me of how she used to act beside Charles back at the Camp.“We’ll have breakfast, freshen up, and prepare for the first phase of the plan.” The unenthusiastic response of the people ended the meeting, while those in charge of food

“Raaaahhhh!!!” Excited roars of war echoed through the atmosphere as the Gifted charged at their foes. Each wielding their respective abilities acutely, they proceeded to kill the 20 Demons that also lunged at them with equal vigor.The [Quake] Gift of one of the Subjugation Team members was used to shake the ground, causing the dashing Demons to lose balance. This gave them an opening, allowing the close-ranged fighters to ambush the Hobgoblins.Since they were fewer in number, compared to the Gifted, their execution proceeded easily. Splashes of blood flew into the air as the severed body parts of the Hobgoblins were sent flying. The earth became a puddle of evaporating blood as the Demons fell one after the other to their deaths.‘Yes! Looks like everything is proceeding as planned. We are easily dispatching these Hobs since they’re not plenty in number. As long as we keep this up… we can win!’ Adam beamed, charging at the enemies himself.“” He declared, suddenly summoning a sha

Hobgoblins.A variant of the popular fantasy monsters known as Goblins. While they were more powerful than the base fodder, the Hobs shared a similar trait with their weaker counterparts; Intelligence, or rather, the lack of it.Hobgoblins, like Goblins, are not intelligent. They are savage beings who crave destruction and hunt their prey to survive. At least, that was what I thought until I began noticing some differences in the Horde we were sent to subjugate.Their attacks and patterns so far were not ordinary. They displayed acts of intelligence, and their coordination was on par with the average Gifted. After seeing this, two theories popped up in my head. One was that these Hobs were more intelligent than the other members of their race. However, using the system to view their stats, their intelligence wasn’t noteworthy.Which left the second theory as the only viable conclusion. ‘Someone is pulling the strings… most likely the Boss!’Upon discovering this, it was easy to deci

>DING![System Update] ~You Have Surpassed The Level Requirement.~Your Primary Job Has Increased In Rank.~Additional Skills and Skill Slots Have Been Added.~Your Proficiency Has Increased In Already Existing Job-Related Skills.~You Have Obtained Karma Points For This Feat.[You Have Leveled Up]My eyes bulged, my body trembled, and unconsciously, I whispered the words…“S-status Window…”As my eyes scanned through the panels, I felt a newfound surge of energy and vigor course through me. Even as my enemies approached me at a quick pace, ready to tear me apart, my lips curled up in excitement.Pressing my body to the ground, using all the energy I could muster, I prepared myself for the next action I was about to take.“GARUIIIIIKKKKKK!!!” The deafening cries of thousands rushed into my ears, but none of them sunk in.The on