Dungeon Hunter (던전사냥꾼)

Chapter 26: Achievement Store

Hashmal was worried. She was in the midst of confusion, anguish and speculation so her decision was postponed. A strange demon told her to destroy the other demons with him. All the demons, including the Grand Dukes had travelled here from the Demon World.

She thought it was a lie. She was a Dominions Angel. Any information about the Demon World would be quickly obtained by her. She needed to do her best to wipe out the Grand Dukes. But despite not understanding the details, she needed to figure out why the dungeons appeared.

'First...I need to figure out this place. These dungeons are in a different dimension. I need to learn as much relevant information as possible.'

Hashmal was aware of the seriousness of the situation. If the strange demon's words were true then this wasn't a simple task. It was unpleasant to be captured by an demon but she wasn't treated like a hostage.

A strange demon. He was called Randalph Brigsiel. He gave her freedom. At the very least, she could roam freely inside the dungeon. She didn't know if he was stupid, arrogant or had other intentions.

Hashmal actively explored inside the dungeon.

'The dungeon looks like it has an ecosystem.'

She worked up from the bottom of the dungeon.

The low grade creatures...an ecosystem was created for them. It was amazing.

The creatures with a predator relationship was figured out. The numbers were maintained at a constant level and the life cycle was very fast. There were even creatures that formed villages. She found a settlement near a lake where orcs could be seen moving back and forth.

The orc shamans served their gods and knew how to use advanced tools. Due to the nature of the dungeon, the various species knew how to use objects. They gathered things on their own to make improvements. Adults hunted while children learned their skills. The mothers remaining in the village to take care of their offspring while the priests made important decisions.

It wasn't just the orcs. Even the mindless species showed differences in their actions.

'An amazing scene. But this is a dungeon. The centre of darkness.'

Of course, seeing civilization being created in a place like this was remarkable.

The dungeon was still a place filled with the powerful forces of darkness. The creatures were brought here by various black magic and would be lost to instinct. It is impossible to think of something constructive. But this dungeon was different.

There was a similar unpleasant magic power but it didn't have a significant impact on the creatures. Rather, it seemed to be having a good impact on the development of the creatures.

Appropriate environment, rich food, balanced food chain between the creatures...a harmony was established.

She wondered if this could really be defined as a dungeon. It was more like an ecosystem.

Hashmal was confused.

'A community of dwarves. Fierce creatures guarding intermediate areas. Even if what I'm seeing is a lie, they will become stronger over time.'

This was the first time she had seen such an active dungeon. Usually many dungeons were lacking. They didn't consider the conditions for making life in the first place. The beasts would fight hard to maintain their lives.

That wasn't the case here. A driving force existed behind their growth. This would pile up over time into a power that couldn't be ignored.

'The demon Randalph really formed an ecosystem like this? A decent effort is required for harmony...it is hard for an existence like a demon.'