The journey to the city of Takamatsu was a grueling twenty-day endeavor, a trek undertaken with the lingering weight of their previous mission in Kochi. While their outward demeanor suggested success, an undercurrent of unease persisted among the group. Joseph, Yoshi, and Lyra each wrestled with the revelations imparted to them by the late archdemon. The cryptic words about their futures hung heavily in their minds, a burden they bore silently yet perceptibly.
Joseph, ever observant, recognized the subtle tension etched in his companions' expressions—an understanding forged through the battles they had faced together. Though no words were exchanged, the shared silence was far from comfortable. Their chariots clattered along the uneven path, the stillness amplifying the unspoken thoughts swirling within.
Joseph, determined to break the spell of brooding quiet, resolved to lighten the mood. Gathering his courage, he cleared his throat and spoke, his tone laced with an awkward cheerfulness.
“Eh, ummm…,” he began, drawing the faintest glances from the others. “So… unkillable demon lord. That’s got a nice ring to it, don’t you think? Sounds like a pretty solid title for me!” He forced a nervous laugh, his attempt at humor hanging in the air.
At first, there was no response. Yoshi and Lyra remained silent, their gazes fixed on the road ahead. Undeterred, Joseph pressed on, his voice cutting through the quiet like a dull blade.
“I mean, imagine it—‘Joseph, the Unkillable Demon Lord.’ Catchy, right? Might even get my own epic ballad!”
This time, Lyra exhaled softly, a faint sigh betraying her thoughts. She was the first to reply, her voice calm but tinged with a hint of weariness.
“So… how does one even become a demon lord?” Joseph asked, his tone shifting from playful to genuine curiosity. “Because, if I remember correctly, demon lord Lirien once mentioned something about you evolving into one, Lyra. I never got around to asking what that meant, but now seems like a good time.”
Lyra’s gaze flickered toward Joseph, her expression neutral as she answered. “To become a demon lord, there are only two ways: you either kill one or are created by a higher power that surpasses the rank of every demon lord in existence.”
Joseph leaned forward, intrigued. “Wait, seriously? That’s it? No trials? No ancient rituals or cursed artifacts involved?”
“Whoa!” Joseph exclaimed, his eyes wide with amazement. “Are you telling me that you and Yoshi could just… I don’t know, make someone a demon lord if you wanted?”
Lyra’s nod was subtle but affirmative. “In theory, yes. But it’s far from simple or common.”
Lyra allowed herself a small, knowing smile before continuing. “While all demon lords share a similar level of power, there are nuances. The primary differences lie in age and experience. However, age doesn’t always equate to dominance. Experience, skill, and raw power often tip the scales when age falls short.”
Lyra’s tone remained steady as she explained, her words carrying a weight of knowledge and caution. “It’s said that the older a demon lord becomes, the more powerful they grow. However, the same applies to experienced and skilled demon lords, as well as young or newly evolved ones. It’s not just age or experience; it’s a combination of strength, speed, and intelligence that determines who rises to the top in the hierarchy of demon lords. In the end, power is the only measure that truly matters.”
She paused, then continued. “As I mentioned earlier, becoming a demon lord comes with significant benefits. Chief among them is the acquisition of abilities far superior to those of ordinary demons and even demi-gods. A demon lord’s power and rank surpass all others in their realm. Their aura operates on a universal scale, making them formidable against most rankers—whether they be hunters, knights, knight-hunters, monsters, or other supernaturals. That said, arrogance can be a fatal flaw; even demon lords can be slain by a well-prepared opponent, and their rank will pass to the one who kills them.”
Joseph leaned forward, his curiosity growing. “Wait, so it’s possible for anyone to kill a demon lord and take their rank?”
Lyra nodded. “Yes, but it’s no simple feat. Killing a demon lord is incredibly difficult because of their immense pride and mastery over their demonic powers. The outcome also depends on which demon lord is killed. If a ranker manages to slay a powerful, experienced demon lord, they can immediately rise to that position and gain recognition in the hierarchy of deities. However, slaying a weaker or inexperienced demon lord won’t offer the same rewards. In such cases, a ranker might need to defeat fifty lesser demon lords to reach the same level. Even then, weaker demon lords can still pose significant challenges.”
She glanced at Joseph, ensuring he understood. “Once someone becomes a demon lord, they’re elevated within the supernatural hierarchy. They gain recognition, but with that recognition comes responsibility—and danger. Demon lords become coveted targets, even as they set their sights on others higher up in the supernatural order.”
"A demon lord can hold their own against others of the same aura level and, in some cases, even surpass them depending on the type of demon lord. However, they often struggle against those who exceed their level—whether higher-ranking hunters, knights, knight hunters, monsters, or supernaturals—unless they possess additional aid or unique advantages. Moreover, when a demon lord is slain by any of these rankers, the victor is presented with a choice: they can either ascend to the rank of demon lord themselves or absorb the power and benefits of the fallen demon lord," Lyra explained.
“Wow, that’s intense!” Joseph exclaimed, his eyes wide with awe. “So, what about the ranking systems for monsters and supernaturals? How do their aura levels compare?”
Before Lyra could respond, Yoshi chimed in. “The ranking systems for monsters and supernaturals are similar to those of knights, hunters, and knight-hunters. However, supernaturals that surpass those systems operate on entirely different levels. Their rankings and aura levels often defy conventional measures, and each step up the hierarchy only brings greater challenges—and opportunities.”
Joseph rode alongside Lyra and their companions in stunned silence, the weight of Yoshi’s explanation settling in. The sheer complexity and vastness of the supernatural hierarchy left him awestruck. Noticing Joseph's reaction, Yoshi shot him a sidelong glance and smirked, clearly amused, before continuing.
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“Let’s break this down further,” Yoshi began. “The rank system determines not just the power level but also the authority each being holds over others. This authority extends to both physical and metaphysical realms, making some ranks incomprehensibly powerful.”
Lyra added, “And remember, the higher the rank, the rarer the being. Few exist in the upper tiers, and their influence is felt across countless dimensions and realities.”
Supernatural Rank System and Authority
1. ∞ (Infinite Tier)
Supreme Supernatural Omni-God Being:
Aura Level: Omni-Existential, Transcendent, and Boundless.
Authority: The source of all creation and destruction, transcending the known and unknown. It is said that nothing can exceed or even approach this level of existence.
2. Omni Demon God Emperor Supreme King Overlord
Aura Level: Ultraversal.
Authority: Governs Aeons, the divine emanations in gnostic belief.
Subordinates:
Elohim (“Gods” or “Divine Ones”).
Beni Elohim (“Sons of God”).
3. Demon God Supreme
Aura Level: Absolutiversal.
Authority: A being of absolute power across infinite dimensions.
4. Demon God Emperor
Aura Level: Eternaversal.
Authority: Oversees vast stretches of eternity and infinite possibilities.
5. Demon God King
Aura Level: Infinitiversal.
Authority: Commands forces that span infinite universes.
6. God Supreme
Aura Level: Maniversal (not Omnipaversal).
Authority: Controls Ishim (“Men” or “Spirits of Men”), Chayot (“Living Creatures”), and Hashmalim (“Amber/Electrum”).
7. Demon Supreme
Aura Level: Outerversal.
Authority: Directs beings such as Mu'aqqibat (“The Watchers”), Hafaza (“The Protectors”), and Kiram al-Katibin (“The Noble Writers”).
8. God Emperor
Aura Level: Hyperversal.
Authority: Commands the Seraphim, Cherubim, and Thrones (Ophanim).
9. Demon Emperor
Aura Level: Tetraversal.
Authority: Wields power across four-dimensional constructs.
10. God King
Aura Level: Omniversal and Godverse.
Authority: Controls Dominions (Rulers), Virtues, and Powers.
11. Demon King
Aura Level: Omniversal and Demonverse.
12. Demon Overlord
Aura Level: Megaversal.
13. God & Goddess
Aura Level: Metaversal.
Authority: Controls Principalities, Archangels, and Angels (Guardians).
14. Archdemon
Aura Level: Multiversal.
15. Demon Lord
Aura Level: Universal.
16. Demi-God & Demi-Goddess
Aura Level: Planetary.
17. Demon
Aura Level: Planetary.
Ranking system for Monsters, Knights and Hunters, with added details and consistency:
### **Monsters and Supernaturals Rank System**
#### **1. ∞ (Infinite Tier):**
- **Type:** Supreme Supernatural Omni-God Beings
- **Threat Level:** **Omni-Existential Level (Transcendent Boundless)**
- **Description:** These beings are the absolute pinnacle of all reality, existing beyond all concepts of space, time, and dimensions. They are not bound by the multiverse, omniverse, or even the laws of existence itself. Their presence alone can unravel entire omniverses, collapse infinite realities, and rewrite creation on an absolute scale. They embody ultimate omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence, with their very thoughts shaping the fundamental structure of all realities. Facing them is beyond the comprehension of even the highest gods, as these beings exist outside of all existence, beyond the realm of possibility, causality, and logic. They are the architects of all that is and isn't, the alpha and omega of boundless infinity. To encounter one is to witness the end of all things, for even the mere notion of survival is irrelevant in their presence.
#### **2. +++ (Tier 3+++):**
- **Type:** Supreme God-Beings
- **Threat Level:** **Outerversal Level (Cosmic God)**
- **Description:** These beings are considered myths and legends within the highest realms of existence. They transcend multiple dimensions and hold vast cosmic power over countless realities, capable of influencing the multiverse and even the omniverse. While they possess immense god-like abilities and can alter the fate of universes with ease, they are still bound to the concepts of space, time, and reality. Though they stand far above the ordinary gods and cosmic entities, they do not exist outside of reality itself. Their power is godly, but not beyond all possible existence. Those who encounter them are often left in awe, as their mere presence can reshape worlds, but they are still within the realm of creation and destruction.
3. **ZS++ (Tier 2++):**
- **Type:** Higher Demi-Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Demigod-level (Hyperversal)
- **Description:** These beings rival gods in power and are capable of reshaping entire dimensions. They often have domain over realms beyond the comprehension of most mortal minds and are capable of collapsing hyperverses or creating new ones.
4. **SZ+ (Tier 1+):**
- **Type:** Elite Demi-Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Demigod-level (Multiversal)
- **Description:** Possessing immense power, these monsters can destroy or conquer multiple universes. They are feared across various planes of existence and are often tied to ancient prophecies and cataclysmic events.
5. **Z Rank:**
- **Type:** High-Rank Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Universal
- **Description:** These monsters can devastate entire universes with their presence. They are often worshipped or feared as gods by civilizations within their realm.
6. **S Rank:**
- **Type:** High-Rank Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Galactic
- **Description:** S Rank monsters possess the power to obliterate entire galaxies, laying waste to star systems and civilizations in a single act of destruction. They often serve as the apex predators of their realms, with powers that span vast distances and influence entire galactic sectors.
7. **AB Rank:**
- **Type:** Mid-High Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Solar System
- **Description:** AB Rank monsters can wipe out entire solar systems with ease, consuming planets and suns in their wake. These creatures are feared by advanced space-faring civilizations due to their capacity for large-scale devastation.
8. **A Rank:**
- **Type:** Mid-High Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Planetary
- **Description:** These monsters are capable of destroying entire planets. Their abilities allow them to shift tectonic plates, cause planet-wide cataclysms, or even consume the life force of an entire world.
9. **B Rank:**
- **Type:** Mid-High Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Lunar
- **Description:** B Rank monsters possess the strength to obliterate moons or cause catastrophic tidal effects on planets. They are typically known for their ability to manipulate gravitational forces and energy.
10. **C Rank:**
- **Type:** Average Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Continental
- **Description:** C Rank monsters are a serious threat to entire continents. They can cause massive earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions, reshaping the geography of a planet and leaving continents in ruin.
11. **D Rank:**
- **Type:** Average Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Country
- **Description:** D Rank monsters can ravage entire countries with their power. They can cause widespread destruction across vast areas, leading to the downfall of civilizations.
12. **E Rank:**
- **Type:** Lower Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** City
- **Description:** E Rank monsters are powerful enough to destroy entire cities. While not as devastating as their higher-ranked counterparts, they still pose a significant threat to urban areas and the people within them.
13. **F Rank:**
- **Type:** Lowest Level Monsters
- **Threat Level:** Mountain
- **Description:** F Rank monsters are capable of obliterating entire mountain ranges or causing localized cataclysms. They are often encountered in remote or wild regions, making them a constant threat to travelers and isolated communities.