Synopsis

The chapter begins with the protagonist facing a familiar 'bug' monster he previously killed, which has now evolved into a powerful 'Wandering Dominator'. Despite his own level increase and better equipment, the protagonist struggles against the monster's increased elemental power and upgraded stats. Simultaneously, in the real world, monsters from the game are manifesting, prompting global military intervention and an investigation, with the game company's CEO hinting that these monsters are based on real ancient legends. S-Rank heroes are also struggling with these monster manifestations.