The Annihilator: Killer Of Gods

Karsha received two great rewards from the system when he became a Grandmaster after breaking through with an SSE rating.

The synthesis and Persona abilities were excellent additions to his array of skills. Karsha was strong, especially when compared to his peers. In his current state, he could easily crush any human in the Grandmaster stage without breaking a sweat.

However, there was a limit to his strength. When faced with opponents stages above him, he struggled to get the job done, especially if those opponents were Mutants.

He had already killed a mutant when he was just starting his journey. Although he gained a lot from the battle, it was far from easy, a clear testament to his body's limits.

But that limitation could be overcome. The Persona ability, although it might not seem like much at first, was perhaps the greatest gift Karsha would ever receive.

Unlike clones, Karsha's Personas would hold their own unique abilities. The limitations placed on him would not affect his Personas.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

In simple terms, the Persona can be a Saint while Karsha himself is just a Grandmaster. However, unlocking a Persona is particularly difficult.

Nobody knows just how strong the Annihilator Persona will be, given that the first three trials to unlock it are far too challenging for his current state.

Although he has plans to kill the ten Overlords, he never intended to confront the two Guardians just yet.

He planned to survive the Overlords and return to the human world, where he would train and break through to the Saint stage before coming back to the island to face those two.

Although he could advance further to the Great Sage stage, it wouldn't matter since the curse on the island would limit his cultivation stage to the Saint stage (Tier 7).

Thus, he intended to become a Saint first before challenging the two Guardians. However, the path to unlock the Annihilator Persona strictly states that he must complete all three trials while still in the Grandmaster stage.

This challenge seems impossible for someone currently at the Grandmaster stage. The Tier 8 Guardians are all Great Mutants, according to Lady Illo, meaning even ten Overlords wouldn't last an hour against them.

Karsha is but a bug in front of the Guardians, and he knows that. However, should he manage to unlock the Annihilator Persona, he will become incredibly strong—stronger than he can imagine, and that is all he wants.

He craves strength, and he has been provided with a roadmap. Getting there will depend on his determination and ability.

Recently, he was awarded yet another Persona. Although it is currently locked, it's still a Persona. Once unlocked, he can claim another overpowered personality to add to his arsenal of skills.

The potential to harness these powerful Personas means Karsha could eventually transcend his limitations and achieve the strength he so desperately seeks. Your next read is at empire

< Ding! You have received a second Persona; The Dark Prince >

< Available Persona >

[ The Annihilator ] (Locked)

[ The Dark Prince ] (Locked)

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[ The Dark Prince ]

Many years ago, a princess from an unknown realm found herself in a mysterious world. No one knew her origin or how she came to be in such an unfamiliar and seemingly feeble place.

Her beauty and power seemed out of place in a realm where strength ruled supreme. Yet here she was, amidst a society governed by weak cultivators.

Devastated and filled with anger and coldness, her mere presence could lay waste to an entire forest. After venting her frustrations for a week, she sought refuge and pondered her next move.

It was then she encountered Damon, an unassuming farmer who preferred tending his crops to engaging with others. He was an introvert, timid and withdrawn, quick to flee from any social interaction.

Unfortunately for him, the charming, elegant princess took refuge in his humble home, and that marked the beginning of his troubles.

Instead of behaving as a guest or stranger, the princess took charge, subtly exerting control over the hapless Damon. Despite enduring constant scolding and insults, Damon remained stoic and silently bore the princess's dominance.

His introverted nature had long been his downfall, enduring years of torment under the princess's rule.

Unbeknownst to either of them, Damon was actually the son of a Demon Emperor who had reincarnated into this world but lost all memories of his former life. The reincarnation hadn't gone smoothly, leaving him to live as a weak individual for over 25 years.

Everything changed when the princess, fleeing from her enemies, was discovered. A fierce battle ensued, the powerful attacks of the combatants wreaking havoc and beginning to tear Damon's world apart.

People perished in horrifying ways, men, women, and children were reduced to grisly remains. It was a devastating spectacle. As days passed, more than 80% of the world lay in ruins, yet Damon remained unscathed. In fact, he appeared healthier than ever before.

Memories of his past life began to resurface, old wounds reigniting a burning rage within him. His demeanor shifted, and before the combatants could comprehend what was happening, darkness engulfed the entire world.

Subconsciously, Damon tapped into his latent cultivation, unleashing the full might of the Dark Prince Hell Art.

With the world nearly obliterated and its inhabitants gruesomely perished—more like disintegrated—he showed no restraint.

The air echoed with cries of agony, rage, and despair. Yet, after merely 10 minutes, the cacophony of suffering fell silent, leaving only two figures standing amidst the desolation.

There were no words, only seething fury in Damon's eyes, the reincarnation of the Dark Prince. His wrath and anguish were not directed at the fallen, but at the betrayal he had endured from his own kin and beloved.

For millennia thereafter, Damon trained relentlessly, honing his skills for the day he would exact vengeance. Surprisingly, accompanying him on this descent into madness was the enigmatic Princess, her origins still shrouded in mystery...]

[ To unlock the Dark Prince Persona, you must first complete the initial Four Demon Trials: ]

[ The Demon Trials ]

- First: Achieve mastery of the first two levels of the Dark Prince Hell Art technique up to SSE rating. Incorporate three or more elemental aspects into the technique. Consume the Demon's fruit and fully absorb its essence.

[ Status: Started ]

- Second: Slay 10,000 Tier 7, 1,000 Tier 8, 200 Tier 7 Terror Mutants, and 20 Tier 8 Lesser Mutants.

[ Status: Done ]

- Third: Journey to the Dark Ruins and vanquish 1,000,000 Fiends to prove your valor. This must be accomplished using only your swords.

[ Status: Pending ]

- Fourth: Defeat the Black Demon General.

[ Status: Pending ]

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Karsha was dumbfounded. "I mean, the Trials for the first persona are nearly impossible, but seriously, how am I supposed to kill 200 Tier 7 Terror Mutants when I couldn't even stand up to a single one of them?"

The Overlords were Terrors, towering behemoths that Karsha, as a weak human, was nowhere near ready to confront.

And now, just when he thought he might obtain an overpowered Persona the easy way, he was faced with yet another daunting challenge.

Forget about the first Trial; even the second, third, and fourth trials seemed impossible to him.

He had some knowledge of the monsters in this realm, but he had no clue about Dark Fiends and their strength. Even if he somehow managed to slay 10,000 Tier 7 Terror Mutants, he had no idea what awaited him in the Dark Ruins.

The fear of the unknown was more terrifying than any devil standing before him.

'And who in the world is the Black Demon General?' Karsha muttered in frustration, closing the window.

"I'm tired of all this," he muttered as he reached into his inventory and retrieved a Healing Seed.

"What's that, and why do I suddenly feel my strength returning?" Alida asked immediately as the orb appeared.

"It's called a Healing Seed. As the name suggests, it heals you. Whether it's your health, stamina, or mana, anything that needs regeneration will be restored," Karsha explained, setting the orb down gently. "Take a few minutes to mend your bodies before I absorb it."

He could absorb the orb with a simple thought, but he wanted his teammates to fully recover before proceeding.

"Thank you," Dhaka acknowledged with a nod. His wounds began closing instantly, and his strength returned swiftly.

After ten minutes, the shadow guards stopped absorbing the seed, fully healed and rejuvenated. They stepped back, allowing Karsha to absorb the remaining energy.

< Does the host wish to absorb the Healing Seed? >

"Yes."

The orb fragmented into sparkling light, merging into Karsha's form. Immediately, his body glowed brilliantly for a few seconds before settling into calmness.

His eyes gleamed with a radiant golden aura that emanated outward, accompanied by a darker aura tinged with impurities.

After approximately ten minutes, both the golden and dark auras faded, replaced by a dazzling white light that enveloped Karsha's entire being, cocooning him within its brilliance.

The five shadow guards observed the cocoon with a mixture of awe and curiosity. It was their first encounter with such an event, and despite their serpentine nature, their expressions flickered through various emotions.

Even if they understood what was happening, it seemed there was nothing they could actively influence.

Moments later, the cocoon trembled and began to dissipate. The shadow guards watched intently as it dissolved into nothingness.

Left in its wake was Karsha, now seated with a posture exuding a golden aura that accentuated his already striking appearance.

His complexion had smoothed further, and though his eyes remained crimson, they now shimmered with a golden hue, casting a captivating gaze.

Unaware of the admiring stares from the three snake ladies, Karsha focused on the system notifications that had appeared.

< Ding! Congratulations, your Rapid Regeneration passive ability has evolved. >