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Modern South Korea has transformed into a militarized hunter society where prestige, wealth, and survival are determined by performance inside dimensional dungeon gates. Warrior High School stands as the nation's premier elite academy, accepting only the top percentile of awakened prodigies from noble guilds. Yoo Jaryong, the son of a legendary fallen raider who was framed and ruined by corrupt executives, lives in impoverished obscurity, working dangerous illegal back-alley raids under a false identity to pay for his sick father's medical treatments. When his untamed combat genius catches the eye of an unorthodox veteran instructor, Jaryong is secretly scouted into the academy's newly formed Dungeon Raid Department, a high-risk combat unit composed of society's most dangerous misfits. Concealing his true power from arrogant aristocratic cadets, Jaryong uses raw instinct, brutal pragmatism, and flawless raid tactics to outclass so-called prodigies. Determined to uncover the conspiracy that destroyed his father, the undercover raider embarks on a relentless ascent to the summit of the hunter world.

by Studio Dragon (스튜디오 드래곤)•Art by Song Min-woo
Modern South Korea has transformed into a militarized hunter society where prestige, wealth, and survival are determined by performance inside dimensional dungeon gates. Warrior High School stands as the nation's premier elite academy, accepting only the top percentile of awakened prodigies from noble guilds. Yoo Jaryong, the son of a legendary fallen raider who was framed and ruined by corrupt executives, lives in impoverished obscurity, working dangerous illegal back-alley raids under a false identity to pay for his sick father's medical treatments. When his untamed combat genius catches the eye of an unorthodox veteran instructor, Jaryong is secretly scouted into the academy's newly formed Dungeon Raid Department, a high-risk combat unit composed of society's most dangerous misfits. Concealing his true power from arrogant aristocratic cadets, Jaryong uses raw instinct, brutal pragmatism, and flawless raid tactics to outclass so-called prodigies. Determined to uncover the conspiracy that destroyed his father, the undercover raider embarks on a relentless ascent to the summit of the hunter world.
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Setting & Geography: Set in a modern world transformed by dungeon outbreaks, humanity relies on specialized adventurers trained at institutions like Warrior High School. Urban centers like Gangnam coexist with high-threat sub-dimensional zones, commercial dungeon test centers such as Eugene Mall, and deep subterranean domains like the Boiling Abyss. Power System & Hierarchy: Adventurers are classified into strict rank tiers, ascending from lower iron, bronze, and silver ranks up to Gold-class and elite White-class rankers (such as Korea's 7th-ranked Zeke Eskersaerom). Combatants harness Aura - a physical and spiritual energy manifest in distinct hues, such as Yoo Jaryong's vast blue aura - and master specialized martial techniques like 'Needle', 'Swell', and the light-speed movement style 'Flash'. Monsters and dungeons follow parallel rankings, ranging from D+ rank threats like Titan Apes to catastrophic entities including Horned Horror Rexes and ancient mythical Dragons like Duganawig. Major Factions & Sects: Dominant forces control the adventurer economy. Jinseong Group is an influential megacorporation and guild powerhouse driving technological and medical research. Warrior High School serves as the premier training ground for high-tier raiders, dominated by a dictatorial Student Council. In the shadows, underworld smuggling rings and rogue association operators traffic illegal dungeon materials and sabotage monster transports for financial gain. Universal Laws: The world operates on strict artifact mechanisms and bloodline lineages. Relics like the Lantern of Awakening and high-tier defensive gear like the Shade Jacket manipulate environmental and physical laws. Ancient entities, such as 7-star Elder Titans residing in subterranean forges, can bind their craft to specific inherited bloodlines. However, biological exposure to high-rank monsters inflicts severe corruptions like lethal Dragon Poison, an incurable affliction that steadily degrades the victim's aura and vitality unless suppressed by specialized relic-based medicine.
A 17-year-old student operating covertly as an underground dungeon smuggler with 371 successful runs. Burdened by massive medical bills for his incapacitated father, Jaryong is pragmatic, observant, and fiercely resilient. Possessing unmatched combat instincts and martial genius, he conceals his true power while navigating both underworld crime and high-stakes academic politics. Combat abilities and traits: Immense Blue Aura pool; inherited martial techniques 'Needle' and 'Swell'; ability to analyze and instantly mimic high-level skills like 'Flash'; staff proficiency; custom gear forged by Elder Titan Argeus.
Chapter 1An elf-human hybrid archer and heiress to the Jinseong Group corporation. Determined to prove her worth through merit rather than family influence, she gets caught in a dungeon crisis and is rescued by Jaryong. Forced into an accomplice pact, her initial reluctance shifts into profound respect and strategic trust as she supports Jaryong's goals. Combat abilities and traits: High-precision archery; elven sensory perception; access to Jinseong Group's high-grade research facilities, medical networks, and corporate resources.
Chapter 2A legendary first-generation adventurer known throughout humanity as the "Dragon Slayer." Creator of the devastating 'Swell' combat style, he was betrayed by corrupt associates during a high-tier raid and struck down by the dragon leader Duganawig, leaving him bedridden with incurable dragon poison. Combat abilities and traits: Master-level combat style creator ('Swell'); peak first-generation Dragon Slayer aura manipulation; former top-tier martial capabilities.
Chapter 1Korea's 7th-ranked White-class ranker and Research Director at Jinseong Group. Stern, analytical, and uncompromising, Zeke evaluates young talents with absolute severity to ensure they can survive true dungeon environments. He tests Jaryong's talent in a high-intensity duel before assisting his growth. Combat abilities and traits: White-class ranker aura pressure; elite combat techniques; high-level tactical command; authority over corporate research and gear testing.
Chapter 12A 7-star Elder Titan residing in the subterranean forge of the Boiling Abyss. Defeated by Yoo Seong thirty years prior, Argeus values true strength and bloodline honor above human squabbles. Upon recognizing Jaryong's martial style, he agrees to forge specialized gear for the young warrior. Combat abilities and traits: Master forge craftsman; 7-star Titan physical strength; forge-fire manipulation; creation of bloodline-bound high-tier artifacts.
Chapter 15A human-dwarf hybrid transfer student at Warrior High who possesses immense physical resilience alongside severe social anxiety. Despite his introverted nature, Cheolkang displays unwavering courage on the battlefield when holding the front line alongside Jaryong. Combat abilities and traits: Exceptional physical defense and durability derived from dwarf heritage; defensive tanking maneuvers; heavy shield and armor proficiency.
Chapter 22The tyrannical Student Council President of Warrior High School who dictates academic life through force and intimidation. Confident in her absolute martial superiority, she accepts a high-stakes wager from Jaryong for her presidency, unaware of his ability to dissect and copy her unique combat abilities. Combat abilities and traits: Master of the light-speed movement technique 'Flash'; high-density aura control; elite student combat skills.
Chapter 29A corrupt A-Rank Gold-class adventurer who exploits unmapped dungeon spaces for personal enrichment. Ruthless and mercenary, Dogyun targets low-level adventurers to seize valuable artifacts, showing no hesitation in committing murder to cover his tracks. Combat abilities and traits: Gold-class ranker combat capabilities; defensive protection provided by the 'Shade Jacket' relic; aggressive close-quarters martial arts.
Chapter 7Ch. 1 - 6
Yoo Jaryong balances his high school education with covert dungeon smuggling to pay for his bedridden father's hospital bills. An unmapped Titan Ape manifests during a D+ rank school midterm exam, placing students in mortal peril.
Ch. 7 - 11
Jaryong and Saerom infiltrate the dungeon testing center beneath the abandoned Eugene Mall to obtain the Lantern of Awakening.
Ch. 12 - 21
Yoo Seong suffers a severe relapse from dragon poison, prompting Jaryong to seek stronger equipment and advanced medical facilities. Passing evaluation by Jinseong Group's elite testers and gaining access to subterranean Titan smithies.
Ch. 22 - 28
Rogue association operators sabotage a transport vessel, releasing dangerous Horned Horrors into the crowded streets of Gangnam.
Ch. 29 - 33
While getting fitted for custom armor at Atelier H before entering Warrior High, Jaryong runs into Student Council President Han Gayoon.