Alka continent.
Light and darkness alternate, civilization and barbarism coexist.
After the bell of the new era rings, the remnants of the old era are still stubbornly rooted in this land.
While technology is advancing day by day, horrors that ordinary people cannot imagine are also spreading in the shadows. Only demon hunters among humans can fight against them.
…
Many complex memories emerged and were absorbed by Fang Yuan in categories.
I don't know how long it took, but his eyelids opened and he woke up.
As far as the eye can see, there is a pale yellow ceiling with mold spots, and the quilt wrapped around it smells of alcohol, but is still soft and warm.
For this body that had fallen asleep with a sword on its head on the hard ground countless times, it was undoubtedly heaven.
The floor shook faintly, and a lot of noise came from the bar in front.
“Axe Bar…”
This is a gathering point for witchers in this area, and it also provides other services. In my memory, the smell of rye wine and grilled sausages is still very familiar.
"Hulk! What was this body's previous name?"
Fang Yuan was speechless: "If it also has the ability to transform into a giant, it would be a perfect match..."
At this time, he lowered his head slightly, and his eyes saw the gauze tied on his chest. Even though he applied medicine, he still felt a strange pain and conflict.
"This time... I'm really unlucky..."
He didn't move, just lying there, sorting out the memory of this body, and couldn't help but smile bitterly.
On this continent of Alka, the civilization is roughly equivalent to that of the First Industrial Revolution, but no unified empire has emerged. The entire continent is fragmented and divided into many kingdoms and federations, as well as chaotic areas with no regard.
Chaos and killings, wars and famines invade the already fragile human life all the time.
And beneath the surface chaos, there is a deeper terror - the Night Familia!
They are a collective name for strange species. They have terrifying appearances and strange abilities. They are either hidden among humans or live in secluded wilderness. However, they are cruel and chaotic in nature and like to hunt humans for food.
The so-called demons are the highest level of the Night Familia.
According to legend, the first demon in the world came from hell. It was the strongest mother of reproduction and gave birth to a series of Familia. At this time, the dark Familia on the continent are all its descendants.
In ancient times, the descendants of darkness even ruled the entire continent and established a powerful empire. They drove lamb-like humans with cruelty and fear.
Until the appearance of the first demon hunter finally brought hope to the human world.
Through generations of sacrifices, many battles and blood and tears, the empire of the descendants of darkness finally collapsed, and the human survivors ushered in liberation and rebirth.
But the power of darkness has not been eliminated.
Especially the demons, the apex of the descendants of darkness, are coveting the new society after silently licking their wounds.
"I swear that I will defend the Holy Light with the sword in my hand!"
"I swear that I will follow the Seven Commandments of the Demon Hunter and hunt monsters forever!"
"I swear that I will remain firm and never be deceived..."
…
At the end of the memory, there is a solemn ceremony.
A slightly immature novice demon hunter was seriously injured by a monster due to being too excited during his first action after taking the oath, and died...
Of course, only Fang Yuan knew this last point. After all, he had already come back to life through the other party's body.
"Mother of Reproduction? Demon? Scion of Darkness... Interesting!"
Thinking of this information, Fang Yuan couldn't help but smile.
This world is also affected by the inner demon world. If there is no accident, the mother of reproduction is definitely closely related to the inner demon world.
Even these monsters may be another form of monsters!
"only… "
He looked at his chest and frowned again.
There, two forces were entrenched and constantly conflicting, making it even difficult for him to move.
"This should be the conflict between the power left by the previous monster and its own vitality..."
Fang Yuan thought about the training methods of demon hunters. It has to be said that they are still quite primitive. They stay at the level of physical body and skills. They must rely on various equipment to fight monsters.
"Also, drinking holy water can increase the activity of body cells... If you have the chance, you can go and see the production process... "
He vaguely felt something was wrong.
If the demon hunters only had these powers, how could they possibly overthrow the ancient dark empire? Fighting the devil
"In the final analysis, this Hulk is just a rookie demon hunter after all... It's normal not to know the inside story. You have to investigate it yourself. Of course, the most important thing is to recover as soon as possible..."
Fang Yuan closed his eyes, and a blurry screen of light suddenly appeared in the darkness:
"Name: Hulk (Fang Yuan)
Fine: 1.2 (110)
Chi: 0.7 (100)
God: 5.0 (120)
Occupation: Witcher
Status: Weak
Specialties: Medical Skills [Level 3], Implantation Skills [Level 6] (Full Level), Fierce Eyes [Level 3], Sealed Body [Ultimate Form]"
"It's this feeling again, suppressed by the higher power of the inner demon world... just like in the purple-eyed world!"
Fang Yuan opened his eyes: "I need some time and medicine to treat the injuries in my body!"
With his medical skills, he is still sure of curing himself.
Moreover, the power of the entrenched monster made him even more interested in research.
Squeak!
At this time, the door to the room was opened, and a tall figure came in holding a tray: "Hulk... are you awake?"
"Yes, Uncle Jock, did you save me?"
Fang Yuan disguised himself as Hulk, with sincere gratitude on his face.
"You just fainted and I just carried you back from the battlefield... Eat something first!"
Jock is a middle-aged man in his forties with a full beard and messy orange-red hair. There are thick dark circles and bags under his eyes around his eyes. He looks very decadent.
Hearing this, he forced a smile and put down the tray, which contained fragrant matsutake mushroom soup, buttered bread, and grilled sausages.
"Thanks!"
Fang Yuan raised one hand in pain, picked up the fork and ate slowly.
Seeing his "stubborn" appearance, Old Jock hesitated to speak.
"What's wrong?"
"Hulk... have you ever thought about retiring?" Uncle Jock said reluctantly: "It just so happens that the Ax Bar still needs a waiter. You don't need to do too tiring work. You will be able to adapt soon. "
As he spoke, his amber eyes were filled with compassion.
"oh… "
Fang Yuan agreed lightly and sipped the soup with a spoon. The rich cream inside was fragrant and silky, and was very delicious: "Could it be due to my injury?"
This gesture made Jock hesitate a little: "Yes... I have used 'healing water' on you, but it cannot expel the monster power in your body..."
Healing water is a rare item used by demon hunters. Even if the injured limb is seriously injured, it can be healed as long as it is used in time.
And even if it is useless, it can basically be declared hopeless.
"Therapeutic water? It's not cheap, is it? Did you pay for it, uncle?"
Fang Yuan knew very well that Hulk was so poor before that he had to buy weapons and supplies if he had a little money, and he couldn't afford the cost of healing water.
And a standard portion of healing water, even at the internal price of a witcher, requires ten rubies of good quality.
"Haha... This little money is what my uncle lent to you!" Qiao Ke patted his chest proudly: "The worst thing you can do is pay me back in the future!"
"That's for sure, I just don't know how you can deal with Aunt Sophia!"
Fang Yuan smiled, thinking of the hidden attribute of the retired demon hunter in front of him - a strict wife.
"Ahem..."
As soon as this was mentioned, Jock suddenly became mute. He coughed for a long time and suddenly asked: "You don't want to?"
"Of course not!"
Fang Yuan made an excited expression: "I suffered so much to finally become a demon hunter, how can I give up now?"
In his heart, he rolled his eyes silently. He didn't travel through time to be a waiter.
"Alas... you have always had such a stubborn temper since you were a child!"
Uncle Jock sighed.
Hulk is an orphan and was taken care of by him during his childhood.
After thinking for a while, he added: "I can't do anything about your injury, but other people in the union may have a way... You can go to the headquarters to try your luck!"
As if he had thought of something, there was a little hesitation in his tone: "Also... the rumored magician also has many strange abilities."
"Magician!?"
Fang Yuan's heart trembled as he thought of a certain memory.
There is no absolute light and darkness in the world, gray areas always exist.
The so-called "magicians" are a group of people between light and darkness.
The Night Familia use humans as food, but under certain special circumstances, they will also produce children with humans.
If these descendants are strong-willed enough to withstand the influence of chaotic will and do not degenerate into monsters, they can retain the appearance of normal humans.
After several generations of domestication and adapting to the power of this bloodline, strange abilities will be developed.
Such people call themselves "sorcerers" and are different from the Night Familia and Demon Hunters. They are regarded as neutral characters. Sometimes they even connect the two sides and act as middlemen to conduct certain private transactions.
Of course, on the surface, this is absolutely not allowed.
Moreover, due to the influence of blood in the body, magicians often have extreme temperaments and are not very good traders. They may even occasionally completely degenerate and turn into monsters. Once discovered, they will be hunted to death by demon hunters.
Now, Jock actually asked Hulk to go to the magician for help, obviously he couldn't think of any other way.
"Magicians are very dangerous... some are even more terrifying than the Night Familia. This is just the last suggestion!" Jock said solemnly: "Don't take risks... Remember, my child, the door of the Ax Bar is always there for you. Open up!”
"thank you!"
Fang Yuan nodded solemnly, but his interest in the group of magicians increased greatly.