Joseph materialized on the planet Nagano-Ken Prefecture as the portal from Chiba-Ken Prefecture shimmered and sealed behind him. Nagano-Ken was renowned for its harmonious fusion of breathtaking landscapes and advanced eco-friendly technologies—a hub for biotechnological innovation and sustainability.

Yet, the tranquility of the planet shattered almost immediately. The ground trembled violently, the vibrations resonating through the air as though a colossal beast stirred beneath the surface. Debris jittered and clattered across the streets, and panic erupted among the inhabitants. Civilians, who moments earlier strolled peacefully, now scattered in terror, desperate to find refuge.

Before Joseph could process the chaos, a massive fireball roared through the sky, blazing a fiery trail toward the fleeing citizens. He froze, unprepared to act, but salvation came in the form of a huntress. Clad in armor—a perfect synthesis of high-tech steel and the radiant glow of her aura—she leapt into action. With seamless precision, she redirected the fiery projectile away from the crowd, its flames dissipating harmlessly against a reinforced barrier she created.

Joseph watched, spellbound, as the huntress danced through the battlefield. She averted fireball after fireball, each maneuver executed with flawless efficiency. Her skill and courage left him in awe, but his reverie was broken when she turned to him, her voice steady and commanding despite the crisis.

“Are you unharmed?” she asked, her piercing eyes scanning him for injuries.

“I’m fine,” he replied, his voice steady but tinged with respect.

Before she could direct him to safety, an ominous chorus of roars and screeches echoed in the distance. The sky darkened as a swarm of flying monsters descended, their grotesque forms silhouetted against the horizon. The huntress’s gaze hardened, and she turned to Joseph, her tone firm yet urgent.

“You need to get to safety. I’ll handle this.”

Without hesitation, she launched herself into the air, rocket boots igniting as she soared toward the oncoming threat. Her sword gleamed as it sliced through the monsters with deadly precision, each strike a testament to her mastery.

But as Joseph observed her relentless battle, he noticed a creature swooping toward her from behind. Instinct surged within him, and in a split second, he transformed. His movements mirrored her grace and ferocity as he intercepted the beast, bringing it down with a single, decisive strike.

The huntress, now aware of his intervention, glanced at him with a mix of surprise and admiration. Together, they fought side by side, their synergy seamless as they dismantled the horde of creatures. Soon, reinforcements arrived—hunters and knight-hunters, armed and ready to defend their home.

As the last of the monsters fell, Joseph and the huntress landed firmly on the ground. Her eyes lingered on him, clearly impressed by his skill. She stepped closer, curiosity evident in her expression.

“I underestimated you,” she admitted, her voice carrying both respect and intrigue. “Who are you?”

Before Joseph could answer, the earth-shaking roar of a new threat reverberated through the air, louder and more menacing than before. Both turned toward the sound, bracing themselves for what was to come.

The ground beneath them quaked violently, forcing the warriors to fight for balance. In an instant, the earth began to split, revealing a river of molten lava beneath. Cracks snaked outward like veins of fire, glowing ominously. Most warriors evaded the collapsing terrain, but a few unfortunate souls were unable to escape, their cries swallowed by the magma as it consumed them.

In the distance, the chaos deepened. Trees toppled like dominoes, their trunks groaning before splintering. Rocks cracked and shattered, echoing across the devastated landscape. The air was alive with the frantic chirping of birds fleeing the destruction, their silhouettes dark against the red-tinged horizon.

Then came the sound: a thunderous, bone-rattling stomp. It was followed by a low, guttural growl that rose into a deafening roar, reverberating through the air like the wrath of an angry god.

“Brace yourselves!” the commissioner barked, her voice firm despite the turmoil. The warriors steeled their resolve, weapons ready, as the ground beneath them continued to tremble.

Out of the devastation emerged a creature of unimaginable size. Its towering frame blotted out the sun, casting a monstrous shadow over the warriors. Joseph craned his neck, his heart pounding as he tried to make out its features, but the beast’s immense form stretched far beyond his line of sight. It was a colossal nightmare, a creature whose presence alone inspired dread.

“This… this is the king of the Kaijus,” Joseph whispered in awe, the words slipping from his lips before he could stop them.

The commissioner glanced at him sharply. “What? No. That’s not Godzilla,” she corrected, her expression grim. “That’s the God-Killer—capable of destroying entire planets.”

The beast roared again, its voice splitting the sky. The sheer force of the sound pushed the warriors back, a gale-like blast that felt as though it could strip the very flesh from their bones. They struggled to stand their ground as the creature moved, seemingly indifferent to their presence.

Its massive feet rose and fell with earth-shaking impact, each step leaving craters the size of small islands. It lumbered forward, its immense body targeting towering structures and landmarks with destructive intent.

“It's not paying attention to us,” Joseph observed, shouting over the cacophony. “It doesn’t even notice we’re here!”

The commissioner’s eyes narrowed, her jaw tightening. “In that case, we’ll make it notice,” she declared. “We can’t let it wreak havoc on my world.” She activated her comms and signaled for air support.

Moments later, fighter jets streaked across the sky, unleashing a barrage of missiles at the creature. At first, the explosions barely registered, like gnats buzzing around its colossal frame. But as the onslaught continued, the monster turned its attention skyward.

The God-Killer retaliated with a blast from its maw—a beam of energy so powerful it tore through the aircraft like paper, the resulting explosions lighting up the sky. The beast’s attack was devastating, but it had achieved one thing: its attention was now focused.

The warriors regrouped, strategizing amidst the chaos. The monster’s skin was tougher than steel, impervious to their conventional weapons. Every step it took shook the earth, destabilizing their footing and their resolve. Even the arrival of a massive armored suit, piloted by their most skilled warrior, did little to stem the tide. The monster destroyed it with a single swipe of its tail, the once-mighty weapon reduced to smoldering wreckage.

As the situation grew increasingly dire, Joseph stepped forward, determination etched into his features. “I have an idea,” he said, his voice cutting through the clamor. “I’ll draw its attention, keep it from moving forward. When the time comes, you’ll know the signal. That’ll be your chance to strike.”

The commissioner hesitated, scanning his face for a hint of doubt, but found none. Finally, she nodded. “Do it,” she said. “We’ll be ready.”

“This is our only shot before that monstrosity reaches the heart of our prefectural planet’s core and destroys us all,” the commissioner declared, her voice steady despite the mounting tension. Joseph met her gaze and nodded, determination etched on his face.

Joseph turned toward the towering monster, steeling himself for what was to come. His plan was dangerous, but it was their only hope.

The warriors stood ready to provide whatever assistance Joseph might need, though none could have anticipated what he was about to reveal. Tapping the arc reactor embedded in his chest, Joseph activated his suit. A brilliant blue light enveloped his body, solidifying into sleek, nano-tech armor that grew and expanded until it matched the monster’s gargantuan size.

Gasps echoed among the warriors as they watched this transformation, their disbelief mirrored by the commissioner herself. She whispered in awe, “Is this his final trump card?”

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Joseph, now a towering figure of armored might, strode toward the monster, his massive steps shaking the earth beneath him. The ground trembled, forcing the warriors to steady themselves, but they couldn’t look away.

Though he stood on equal footing with the monster now, Joseph knew his plan came with a critical limitation. His transformation relied on a fragment of his XPT power source, which had only a finite charge. If he ran out of energy—or worse, overloaded the system—his armor would fail.

There was no time to dwell on the risk. Joseph charged at the monster, engaging it in a titanic struggle. The ground beneath their clash fractured and cracked as they grappled, their immense forms locked in a tug of war. Finally, Joseph seized the monster and, with a tremendous effort, launched them both into the upper atmosphere.

High above the planet, Joseph initiated the next phase of his plan. Calling on his XPT, he activated the shrinking blast, which enveloped the monster in a field of glowing energy. The beast roared in agony as its size began to diminish. But the strain on Joseph’s suit was immense. The power reserves were rapidly depleting, and cracks began to form in the armor as he too began to shrink, his size altering to match the monster’s.

Now reduced to a two-story height, the battle continued. The monster, though weakened, unleashed a devastating blast of energy from its maw, striking Joseph head-on. The blast rained down on him like a relentless storm, tearing through his suit. Fragments of his armor broke away, crumbling like molten steel.

Despite the pain and the failing armor, Joseph refused to let go. He held the monster firmly at bay, giving the warriors on the ground a chance to launch their final assault.

Air support answered the call, firing a powerful missile at the creature. But as the explosion loomed, the monster lashed out in a final act of defiance, its massive tail piercing through Joseph’s chest.

The missile struck, engulfing both Joseph and the monster in a cataclysmic blast. The monster was obliterated, its remains scattering into the ocean like a rain of ash and debris.

Joseph, caught in the heart of the explosion, was hurled through the sky. His severely injured body began to heal slowly, but the damage was immense. As his consciousness faded, he reverted to his normal size, his now powerless suit falling away in pieces.

The air support struggled to catch up as Joseph plummeted toward the ground. When he finally crashed, the impact left a deep crater, his body buried beneath the sand. The outline of his fallen form was imprinted in the earth, a testament to the sacrifice he had made.

The warriors retrieved him from the wreckage, his chest wound visibly healing but his body still motionless. They carried him with care, their expressions somber yet hopeful. Joseph’s actions had saved their planet, but at what cost?

Joseph opened his eyes to the sterile white walls of the hospital room, sunlight streaming through the window. He blinked a few times, the events of the battle flashing through his mind like fragmented memories. Before he could fully gather his thoughts, the door opened, and the commissioner stepped in.

Mina Minami, her Orc features softened with a warm smile, approached his bed. "You’re awake," she said, her voice calm yet filled with gratitude. "Thank you for your bravery, Joseph. You’ve saved not just our planet but countless lives. Now, I suggest you rest until you’re fully recovered. Your journey has only just begun."

An hour later, after much-needed rest, Joseph was discharged. The doctors and warriors who had witnessed his miraculous survival stood in awe as he walked out of the hospital, his determination unwavering despite his ordeal. Guided by helpful passerby, he made his way to the Prefectural Hall, where a group of warriors intercepted him and escorted him to the commissioner.

Inside the grand hall, Mina dismissed the warriors who had accompanied him and turned to face Joseph alone. Her demeanor was formal yet kind.

"First, let me thank you again for your selflessness," she began. "I am Mina Minami, Commissioner of this esteemed planet, Nagano-Ken Prefecture."

She explained her role as a protector of urban areas and her history as an E-rank huntress. Though not as powerful as higher-ranked warriors, her 55 years of experience and dedication to safeguarding her community had earned her the respect and trust of her people. She recounted how fate had placed her as the planet's leader—her decisive actions during an invasion on the day of the election had won the hearts of the citizens, who swore her in as their ruler and protector.

Joseph listened attentively, nodding in understanding before introducing himself and recounting his side of the mission. Mina was visibly impressed by his resolve and determination.

"You’ve proven yourself a true ally, Joseph," she said, her tone sincere. "As a token of our gratitude, I’ll grant you access to pass through our gateway to the next regional planet. But before you leave, there’s something I must return to you."

She retrieved a small object from her desk and handed it to Joseph—a piece of his surviving XPT, gleaming faintly with renewed energy.

"Our engineers recovered this during the aftermath and managed to slightly boost its energy," she explained. "It’s not at full capacity, but it should aid you on your journey."

Joseph held the fragment in his hand, a wave of relief washing over him. "Thank you, Commissioner Mina. Your support means more than I can express. I won’t forget this kindness."

Mina smiled warmly. "Go forth and fulfill your mission, Joseph. Our planet owes you a debt of gratitude. May your journey bring you closer to the answers you seek."

With that, Joseph secured the fragment, his resolve stronger than ever as he prepared to embark on the next phase of his quest.

As Mina Minami escorted Joseph to the gateway portal, she couldn’t help but marvel silently at his incredible resilience and the advanced XPT technology he wielded. Their biotechnological researchers had confirmed that the XPT, though a prototype, produced results almost equivalent to a fully developed, high-grade upgrade tech—a feat that was both astounding and humbling for their planet’s scientific advancements.

The portal shimmered with radiant energy, illuminating the room with a soft, otherworldly glow. Before Joseph stepped through, Mina extended her hand.

"It was an honor to fight by your side, warrior," she said, her tone filled with genuine respect. Joseph clasped her hand firmly, his eyes steady as he gave her a slight nod.

"You're always welcome here. Don't forget that," she added with a warm smile.

Joseph stepped into the swirling portal, the energy enveloping him in a brilliant light before he disappeared, bound for the next leg of his journey.

***

Far beneath the surface of Planet Nagano-Ken’s ocean, where the remains of the slain god killer had sunk into the abyss, a monstrous presence stirred. The corpse, fragmented and lifeless, had tainted the waters with its blood and energy, awakening something far more ancient and terrifying.

The water began to tremble, sending shockwaves across the ocean floor. A massive, slumbering entity—a true god killer of unfathomable size and power—opened its glowing eyes, its gaze radiating primal fury. Compared to this colossus, the slain creature was but an infant.

The awakened beast released a deafening roar, its sound waves reverberating across the entire planet, shaking the ground and sending ripples through the atmosphere. Birds scattered in terror, and the seas churned violently, causing massive tidal waves to form. The citizens of Nagano-Ken Prefecture froze in fear as the ominous roar echoed in their ears, a harbinger of an even greater threat looming on the horizon.

Mina Minami stood at the edge of the gateway chamber, her expression tense as she felt the rumble beneath her feet. "What in the name of the cosmos..." she whispered, her thoughts racing.

The battle with the god killer was over—but the war for Planet Nagano-Ken’s survival had just begun.