Synopsis

The protagonist is approached by the chairman of the New South Korea Player Association regarding a criminal organization, the 'Malignant Guild,' and a player test. Subsequently, the protagonist discovers and tests out his new skills, including stealth and predation, realizing their potential and limitations. The protagonist decides to explore an undiscovered dungeon to gain more power and resources and faces spider sisters where he learns the predation skill can be used to gain new abilities. The chapter ends with the protagonist meeting the chairman again, revealing a complex relationship with the Player Association and its management of awakened players.