In the cold, dark depths of the dungeon, Omer Jin-Hoo took a deep breath. The dagger tightly gripped in his hands was the last fortress of his existence. The determination and fury burning in his heart suppressed the fatigue in his body. His eyes sparkled with a deadly gleam; he had to fight and stay alive.Before him stood a figure that seemed to command the battlefield itself: Elf Commander Galadriel. Tall and graceful, yet deadly in stance, her armor gleamed brilliantly, and her weapon resembled a sacred sword. Every movement she made was proof of a masterful dance with death.
Summoning all his strength, Omer lunged with his dagger. His first strikes came fast, sharp, and lethal. Yet Galadriel effortlessly tanked his attacks as if each blow was merely practice. Her sword radiated a sacred and powerful energy; when she counterattacked, she threw Omer backward with a tremendous force.Hurled through the air, Omer crashed onto the ground with a harsh impact, pain engulfing his entire body. But surrender was not an option. He dropped to one knee and immediately raised his shield, blocking the deadly sword strikes. Each of Galadriel's blows was flawless and merciless. She was the cold ruler of the battlefield. Yet Omer kept resisting, fueled by the power granted by his accumulated points. Slowly, fatigue crept into his limbs; muscles ached, blood flowed, but his spirit remained unbroken.Then, Galadriel seized a fleeting opportunity. With a masterful slash, she tore into Omer's chest; hot blood gushed out, and his body collapsed to the ground. Covered in blood, Omer barely heard the system alert in his mind:
"WARNING: Player's health is at 10%."
His mind blurred as he checked the points menu, surprised to find:
Collected Points: 0
Strength: 25 (+40)
Speed: 15 (+40)
Agility: 5 (+40)
Battle IQ: 3 (+40)
Prediction: 2 (+40)
Defense: 20 (+40)
The system was seemingly granting him a second chance, secretly boosting his powers. Questions swirled in his mind, but now was not the time to hesitate.He quickly drank his last healing potion, easing the massive wound on his chest, though the scar would remain. Suddenly, the cruel face of Min Gyu flashed before his eyes the tormentor from his childhood who had mercilessly killed his beloved dog, Ace. A wave of fury surged through Omer, and he gripped his dagger tighter.His eyes darkened with a deadly glare as he launched himself at Galadriel. His sword strikes became a raging storm destructive and fueled by pure rage. The ancient statues resembling Egyptian gods in the sacred dungeon shattered one by one, leaving only the towering godlike figure at the center untouched.Ignoring the destruction around him, Omer swiftly maneuvered behind Galadriel. Spinning, he slashed her back, opening a deep wound. But he did not stop there; he unleashed all his pain, fury, and thirst for vengeance in the fight. When Galadriel sensed the dark aura radiating from Omer, she trembled no longer viewing him as a rival, but as a ferocious beast.With one final powerful strike, Omer split her in two and sent her crashing to the ground. Exhausted and bloodied, he collapsed beside her. The battle was over.
The system's voice echoed triumphantly:
"Mission Complete: Defeat Elf Commander Galadriel ✅"
"Level Up!" (repeated 4 times)
"Would you like to claim your rewards? Yes/No?"
Struggling, Omer answered, "Yes."
His rewards:
Sharp Eyes Level Increase
Bloodlust Level Increase
Elf Commander's Helmet
Later, he sold the helmet for tokens and used those tokens to purchase the Twin Moon Daggers (B Rank).At that moment, the first steps of a new journey began for Omer, empowered by the strength he had won in battle.After defeating Elf Commander Galadriel, despite the severe wounds on his body, Omer Jin-Hoo felt a surge of power deep within. Leaning against the cold stones of the dungeon, he savored the sweet exhaustion of victory and the hope granted by the new rewards. Yet this triumph was only a small beginning of his journey.The system activated once again, breaking the silence of the chamber with a clear, cold voice:
"Player, you have leveled up. New rewards are now active."
"Twin Moon Daggers added to inventory. They will significantly increase your power and speed."
"New mission unlocked: Aldwulf Dungeon access key acquired."
As Omer examined his rewards, a deep, heavy footstep echoed through the dungeon's depths. A massive, powerful breath followed. At that moment, the dungeon gates slowly creaked open, and in strode an ancient dragon whose presence shook the ground:The Flame Dragon Genfre.
The system warned:
"WARNING: Flame Dragon Genfre identifies you as an enemy."
Spreading its enormous wings, it breathed flames that scattered around, each step causing the earth to tremble. Its eyes burned like molten lava, and every glance felt like a death sentence. Even the dungeon's dim lights failed to fully capture its immense size.
Omer's heart pounded wildly. In his hand, the new "Twin Moon" dagger gleamed sharp and bright; it was his last hope, his newfound strength. He took a deep breath, gathered his mind, and launched an attack. But Genfre's power far exceeded his expectations.With a mighty swipe of its colossal claws, the dragon tore through Omer's body. Bloodied, he collapsed onto the ground, consciousness fading at the edges. Though he refused to give up, his body was pushed to its limits.
Feeling the cold breath of death upon his neck, the face of Jung Woo appeared before his eyes. His closest friend the memory that gave him strength and lifted him up. Slowly, Omer opened his eyes; with his last hope, he readied himself to strike again.At that moment, the sacred godly figure carved into the immense dungeon walls stirred. The giant statue's eyes locked onto Omer, but he was now prepared for death. The Flame Dragon launched a fatal attack, and Omer's eyes slowly closed.Yet, as his eyes were shutting, a strange vision unfolded like a dream: the godly statue came alive, conversing with mysterious beings, and a battlefield appeared though he couldn't fully recall it.This mystical moment ignited a new spark in Omer's soul. The dungeon was no longer merely a place of death, but the stage for his rebirth.When Omer opened his eyes under the cold white lights of the hospital room, he struggled to believe whether what he had experienced was a dream or reality. His muscular body was intact, and his black coat was by his side as always. When his mother and sister entered the room, he felt the warmth and affection he had not experienced in a long time. Despite the time and distance, the walls between them had started to crumble. In that moment, the deep loneliness and heavy burden within Omer eased just a little.
However, this physical recovery was not enough to calm the storms inside him. Omer began searching for new meanings in his life. He questioned everything, pondering the reasons for his existence. The pains of his past, the loss of friends, the fragmentation of his family To overcome these, he needed a new strength.That strength drew Omer in an unexpected direction: boxing.At first, it was merely an escape; feeling the rhythm of the blows, wanting to vent his anger and pain through his punches. But over time, boxing became a discipline, a passion for Omer. The training, the sweat, the blood… Every strike both strengthened him and cleansed his soul.
Omer participated in tournaments, defeating opponents one by one. He reached the pinnacle at the Korean National Championship. Then he represented his country on the international stage. He never tasted defeat; each match granted him victory and inner balance.Yet success could not fill the emptiness inside Omer. His sister İrem's education and future were his true responsibilities. İrem, a bright student, deserved to study at a better school. So, Omer decided to quit boxing and find a job.
The mundane routine of daily life brought new struggles. Ae-Cha, who started working where Omer worked, caught his attention with her innocence and grace. However, the coldness and friction between them reminded Omer of past wounds. During lunch breaks, they would chat together, and Ae-Cha loved eating Samgyeopsal, with Omer happily joining her. Together, they rode the Nefeskesene, went on bumper cars, and whenever the girl got scared, she clung to Omer. They played with water guns; Ae-Cha had somehow awakened the child within Omer once again.One day, while Omer was eating Tteokbokki outside, he saw Ae-Cha walking with a man. He later learned that the man was Dong Hyun, Ae-Cha's boyfriend. But this relationship was far darker and more dangerous than it appeared. Dong Hyun was threatening her and leading her to a secluded place. Omer immediately followed them and saw Dong Hyun trying tothreatening the sweet girl, Ae-Cha, helpless, Seeing this, a deadly aura erupted from Omer. In an instant, he grabbed Dong Hyun by the head and threw him into a distant, secluded corner so Ae-Cha wouldn't see or be affected. Then he pummeled his body mercilessly, smashing Dong Hyun's head repeatedly against the concrete until he was broken to pieces.
Dogs that came near the spilled blood saw what looked like a monstrous silhouette. Omer's eyes blazed with fury, and a lethal
Purple-black combinationaura surrounded everything.Ae-Cha was shocked and frightened, struggling to understand this harsh side of Omer. Then Omer returned to her side.
Tearfully, Ae-Cha said, "Thank you, Omer."
At that moment, the memory of Jung Woo rescuing him from bullying flashed through Omer's mind. The face of his friend, thanking him, deeply moved Omer. He escorted Ae-Cha home and told her to call him whenever she needed, assuring her he would always be there.But a greater mission awaited Omer: the Dalton Gang, led by Dong Hyun.
He swore a vow to avenge Jung Woo and to protect the innocent who suffered under Ae-Cha and the Dalton Gang's cruelty.And so, Omer Jin-Hoo, clad in his blue long coat, was ready to plunge once again into the darkness.