In games, trials often involve difficult quests, powerful monsters, or defeating a guardian. However, the challenges posed by the Chamber of the Sovereign were entirely different.

    The questions required knowledge of Hindel Village''s library or ancient records to solve.

    These weren’t designed to be easy.

    It felt like the hidden profession was crafted to discourage anyone from obtaining it—a test made intentionally convoluted.

    For Seong, however, it was just a tedious task.

    Far from challenging, it merely required patience.

    “Phew.”

    He sighed as he read the final question.

    [444. Which of the following does not reflect Helena’s emotions after being struck by Hindel’s sword?]

    Let’s not trouble others anymore.That pathetic hero got lucky!I’m so tired now.The end feels lonely.I’m happy to finally rest.

    A total of 444 questions.

    Even though they weren’t difficult, the sheer number consumed considerable time.

    Perhaps this meticulous test was a reflection of Helena’s followers’ devotion, as they wanted only someone who truly understood her suffering to inherit her legacy.

    In their eyes, only someone capable of comprehending Helena’s sorrow and injustice deserved her gifts.

    “It’s done.”

    Seong pressed 2, the correct answer.

    As he did, the beautiful turquoise gem on the altar began radiating an intense light, flooding the chamber with brilliance.

    The dazzling turquoise glow enveloped Seong, slowly seeping into him, just like Helena’s memories and experiences had done before.

    The light transformed into the figure of a woman—Helena herself—who approached Seong, embraced him, and dissolved into his being.

    BOOOOM!

    The turquoise aura exploded outward from Seong’s body, filling the chamber.

    Countless ghostly figures emerged, their forms swirling upward toward the heavens, all bowing reverently to Seong.

    The sight was nothing short of awe-inspiring, like a celestial procession.

    For a moment, Seong felt like a king—or even an emperor.

    No, he was actually becoming something greater.

    His power surged.

    Seong could feel his stats rising dramatically.

    Helena’s memories and experiences harmonized with his own, and with just a wave of his hand, the spirits obeyed his command.

    Unlike the ghosts Seong could see before, these spirits were tied to him in a far deeper way. They responded to his will, as though they were his limbs.

    The spirits roared and flooded the world with turquoise light, their voices resonating like divine proclamations.

    "Ahhhhh——!""It has awakened——!""Our god——!""Bow in reverence——!""Welcome him——!""Our sovereign——!"

    It was not chaotic but instead felt sacred, as the spirits’ proclamations filled the chamber and spread throughout the world.

    In an instant, the entire world seemed to glow with turquoise light.

    A sense of omnipotence swept through Seong.

    Had he ever felt such power before?

    As Seong reveled in the sensation, a series of messages appeared before him.

    [Congratulations! You have successfully advanced to the highest-tier profession, Almighty Grade: Overlord!]

    [You are the first to achieve a profession change in a beginner village!]

    [You have acquired the title, Supernova.]

    [Congratulations! You have successfully advanced to an Almighty-grade profession!]

    [You have acquired the title, Omnipotent.]

    [Congratulations! You have advanced to the highest-grade dark magic profession!]

    [You have acquired the title, Sovereign.]

    [New profession-exclusive skills have been unlocked for Overlord.]

    “Ah.”

    It wasn’t amazement—it was almost a sigh of resignation.

    As the messages appeared, the overwhelming omnipotence faded away.

    The incredible power that had radiated from Seong also dissipated.

    The fake spirits vanished, and even the real ghosts seemed momentarily confused before returning to their original places.

    Though the sensation of omnipotence was gone, Seong didn’t feel disappointed.

    That brief taste of power was likely a glimpse of his profession’s ultimate potential—a goal he would strive to achieve, no matter how distant it seemed.

    As he caught his breath, Seong finally turned his attention to the messages.

    Titles Acquired:

    『Supernova』 (Unique)

    Granted to the first user to achieve a profession change in a beginner village.+50% experience gain until level 100.+10% skill proficiency gain after level 100.

    『Omnipotent』 (Legendary)

    Granted to users who advance to an Almighty-grade profession.+10% to all stats.+10% to all attack power.

    『Sovereign』 (Legendary)

    Granted to users who advance to the highest-grade profession for a class.+30% movement speed for subordinates.+20% attack speed for subordinates.+10% attack power for subordinates.Increases morale during large-scale battles.

    “Whoa.”

    [Level 1] [Growth-type][Passive] [Complex]

    “All death originates from the Legion of the Dead. They are undying and eternal.”Exclusive skill for Overlord.Raise soldiers from the dead based on their rank using mana.Controlled soldiers can grow individually.Destroyed soldiers can be resurrected using mana.The Legion swears absolute loyalty to its master.[Level 1] [Growth-type][Passive] [Active][Cooldown: 30 minutes][Duration: 3 minutes]

    “All undead offer their blood and bones to their sovereign, who shall achieve immortality.”Exclusive skill for Overlord.Devours the souls and bodies of the dead within a 30m radius.Converts the devoured into sustenance.Living enemies touched by the aura are wracked with pain.[Level 1] [Growth-type][Instant Effect] [Active][Cooldown: 30 seconds]

    “The wrathful grudge of the dead pierces all defenses.”Exclusive skill for Overlord.Hurls a spear forged from the wraiths’ grudge to deal dark damage.The spear bypasses all defenses.Targets pierced by the spear are cursed with blindness from the wraiths’ fury.

    At the word "Team Leader," Won-sang flinched like he’d been electrocuted.

    “Oh, you’re the junior under Lee Won-sang, right?”

    “Yes, Team Leader. I apologize for disturbing you during your leave, but the situation is significant. A user in the beginner’s area just advanced to an Almighty-grade profession.”

    “In the beginner’s area? Wait... Are you talking about the one in Hindel Village?!”

    “Yes, exactly that one!”

    “Haah... Of all the things to happen...”

    How did the team leader know immediately?

    Jin-hyuk swallowed nervously, astonished by their knowledge.

    “Put Lee Won-sang on the line.”

    “Ah, yes!”

    Handing the phone to Won-sang, Jin-hyuk offered a small, apologetic smile.

    “Hiiiiiik!”

    Won-sang recoiled, trembling, but he had no choice but to take the call.

    “This is Lee Won-sang speaking. Aaaaaah! Yes, yes! I-I understand! Ah, no, that’s not... Ugh! Yes, sir. I’ll explain everything tomorrow... Right now? But you’re on leave... Ah, sorry! No, but really, tomorrow would... Aaaaaah!”

    When the call finally ended, Won-sang looked utterly defeated, slumping forward with his head bowed.

    Jin-hyuk silently offered his condolences. It seemed the team leader was cutting their leave short to return to the office.

    “...We’re staying late,” Won-sang muttered.

    “Both of us?” Jin-hyuk asked hesitantly.

    “Yes. Both of us.”

    Jin-hyuk’s face paled, mirroring his senior’s expression.

    5.

    The beginner’s hunting ground, where rabbits frolicked and taunted novice players, suddenly darkened.

    Something ominous hung in the air, like storm clouds gathering. Players paused to glance skyward.

    “What’s going on? Is it going to rain?”

    “Ugh, maybe a sudden shower. Should we head back?”

    “Good idea. Let’s hit that cafe? in the village square while we wait it out.”

    The thought of hunting in the rain didn’t appeal to most players, and one by one, they began to leave.

    The hunting ground, once teeming with players, soon emptied. Only a few determined individuals remained, intent on hunting rabbits despite the weather.

    Seong observed the thinning crowd and nodded in satisfaction.

    "Good, fewer people. I can use it without drawing attention."

    The only skill most players could acquire in the beginner’s area was the butchering skill, which made any unusual skill usage highly conspicuous. But with the reduced crowd, Seong felt confident no one would notice.

    The skill he wanted to test was the offensive ability Wraiths’ Grudge.

    According to the description, it conjured a spear of vengeful wraiths to hurl at the target.

    Curious, Seong activated the skill.

    He felt his mana deplete as a turquoise aura swirled around his hand, coalescing into the shape of a spear.

    The spear, glowing with a brilliant turquoise light, radiated an ominous sharpness.

    “Whoa. Straight out of a comic book,” Seong murmured.

    The visuals were stunning, and the skill itself seemed incredibly powerful—one he could see himself using often.

    Rather than firing automatically, the spear required him to throw it manually.

    Drawing on Helena’s memories, Seong adjusted his posture. Pulling his arm back, he twisted his waist and threw with all his might.

    The spear shot forward, a streak of turquoise light blazing through the air.

    Before the rabbit could even react, the spear pierced its head, killing it instantly.

    [Critical Hit!]

    [The effect of 『One Strike!』 is activated!]

    The rabbit collapsed without a single visible wound, as if its soul had been extinguished.

    “Damn, that’s powerful,” Seong muttered, marveling at the skill’s strength.

    As he watched, a turquoise glow appeared above the fallen rabbit.

    “What’s that?” Seong wondered, moving closer to examine it.

    [You can now use 『Legion of the Dead』.]

    [Would you like to raise the Legion of the Dead?]

    “Oh.”

    Seong grinned. Now this is going to be fun.