My Demon System : From Outcast To Hunter

"Did that really work?"

Itaru questioned himself as he watched the two beasts fleeing in fear. He couldn't believe it was because of him—until he heard laughter echoing in his mind.

 [If I were you, I would've run too.]

It was the voice of the system. Suddenly, thick acidic saliva splashed near him, melting the ground into a deep pit. Every hair on his body stood on end. When Itaru turned around, his eyes locked onto a towering creature with three dragon-like heads.

The monster stood over a hundred meters tall, moving on four powerful legs. Itaru barely dodged the next rain of acid.

"I knew it… You lied to me, didn't you, system? You said I'm the strongest!"

He shouted as he ran, darting through the landscape. Other monsters that had seen the three-headed beast scattered in terror.

It had to be a high-tier creature—but that didn't matter. Survival was all that mattered now. He had a reason to endure: to become the strongest, he had to take revenge over his people.

'I'm not going to die here, not now at all,'

He thought with a heart beat running wild. 

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[Emergency Task: 001

Type: Unknown

Objective: Kill a Hellspawn Dragon-Kin

Reward: Unknown] 

A new interface appeared in front of him as he ran. Based on what he had read in the Holy Knights' archives, the hellscape contained lava pits so deadly that even the strongest beasts would perish if they fell in.

He didn't know he could run this fast. Still, the monster was behind him. Everything seemed to slow down—as if time itself warped. Larger beasts were stampeding too, almost trampling him in the chaos. That's when he noticed: none of them were heading west.

With no hesitation, Itaru changed direction toward the west.

"If my life depends on this gamble, then I'll risk it all."

"No skills, no magic. Just my legs and my brain. Thanks for nothing, you useless system."

He muttered under his breath as the three-headed dragon roared and began spewing fire, its rage turning the black sky blood-red.

The heat surged, and the beast accelerated. Itaru came to an abrupt stop at a cliff's edge. Before him stretched a monstrous sea of lava—alive and pulsing like it wanted to devour the world.

The beast was closing in like a raging storm.

Itaru tore off his shirt and waved it like a matador, taunting the monster. Flames danced in its eyes. He took a deep breath, clearing his thoughts.

 "The system said I'm stronger. There has to be a small edge... I just need to exploit it."

When he opened his eyes, focused fully on the dragon, he noticed something—its hidden movements had slowed, and a faint glow appeared in Itaru's crimson eyes.

"Come meet your end, you oversized lizard."

The dragon lunged.

In a blink, Itaru vanished—appearing behind it. A smirk crossed his face. He could escape with his speed alone. But he wanted to confirm something he once read about hellfire.

All it took was a single push.

The dragon, already off balance, plunged into the lava. Its body began to dissolve, a high-pitched screech echoing across the land.

A fire burned in Itaru's chest as he watched the dragon die

, a smile of satisfaction drew on his face. 

"This is the fate of every one who stood in my way, "

He declared, for a second

he expected to feel guilt. But all he felt was power. 

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[Congratulations: Emergency Task Complete]

Emergency tasks are triggered by sudden life-threatening danger. Rewards are often of rare or extreme value.

 [Title Earned: Hell Dragon Slayer

This title is now visible to all demon clans.] 

 [Fame +3]

[Speed +4]

[Demonic Hatred: Level 1 Unlocked

The more your hatred grows, the more your thirst for blood increases. This enhances the power of your demonic blood.] 

[ Skill Upgrade: Eye of Truth

This skill allows you to anticipate enemy movements and act moments before them.]

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Itaru stared at the floating system screen and smiled. He had been lucky in this emergency task—but now he wanted to understand the system even deeper.

He tapped on the Player Info icon. A new window opened:

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 [Demon System Status Panel

Name: Itaru Myon

Phase: First Awakening

Titles: Hell Dragon Slayer

Skills: Eye of Truth

Speed: 4/100

Fame: 3/100

Intelligence: 56/100

Demonic Blood: 0/100

Demonic Hatred: Level 1]

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Just as he was about to move, a small creature appeared—it resembled a miniature version of the dragon he had just slain. But its features were... adorable.

The little dragon bowed its head before Itaru. Curious, he stepped closer. The dragon reached his waist. When Itaru placed a hand on its head, a vision flashed before him—an army of dragons chanting his name. The pressure of their voices weighed on his soul. The small dragon was a messenger... sent to thank him for freeing them from a tyrant.

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 [Clan System: Unlocked

Would you like to add the Dragon Clan to your dominion?

You have defeated their previous ruler. They request you become their new leader.] 

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' Whoa… this might be my lucky day.'

Of all creatures in hell, he would become the master of the Hell Dragons—something he never dared dream of.

 "It would be my honor to accept your offer."

His voice had changed—he was speaking in the language of dragons. The little one's face lit up with joy.

 [Language Processing Complete

You can now communicate fluently with demon clans and understand their speech.] 

"Thank you master, we will be waiting for you," 

The small dragon bowed again before disappearing.

 [Congratulations! You are now the Leader of the Hell Dragons

To use your new authority, you must complete regular system tasks.

You now have access to three task tiers: Normal – Rare – Legendary.] 

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Just imagining what power he might gain by completing even the basic tasks sent chills of excitement through his body.

"I never thought hell would be this fun,"

He said as he walked forward—into the unknown, into the demonic world he was destined to conquer.