Chapter 362: The King of Evil Eaters
The massive kagune lashed out like sharp lightning, emanating a bloody aura as it skewered the two ghouls standing in its path.
This time, Kaneki showed no mercy to the ghouls who dared to challenge him.
Flashes of crimson light streaked across the battlefield, and the towering, metallic kagune of his opponents were shredded instantly by the chaotic, writhing tentacles.
"How… is this possible!?"
The eyes of the ghouls responsible for the venue's safety widened in disbelief.
But before they could process their shock, streaks of red light once again erupted, carving deep gashes into their bodies.
"Too weak…"
Kaneki's single scarlet eye glanced at them briefly before he resumed his relentless assault, scything through the remaining ghouls with a calm, ruthless precision.
At this moment, nothing and no one could halt his rampage.
As the air grew thick with the stench of blood, a heavy weight settled over Kaneki's heart. He couldn't tell whether the path he'd chosen was the right one.
But in recent days, he'd made a choice—a decision he was determined to see through.
Even if he was wrong…
He would keep walking this path, unwavering. He would bear the burden of this immense sin alone if it meant ridding the world of its distorted order.
"Ahhh!"
"Help! Please!"
"Devil! He's a devil!"
Screams echoed throughout the venue, but Kaneki moved faster and killed with greater intensity. The more he killed, the more exhilarated he became.
"What's with the screaming?" he asked calmly, turning his gaze to a female ghoul pleading desperately for her life.
"These are the games you love so much, aren't they?"
The ghouls who had once thrived on the sight and taste of blood were now reduced to nothing more than prey, their manic grins replaced with terror-stricken faces.
'Squelch!'
With a sharp thrust, kagune in the form of spears pierced through two ghouls attempting to flee.
However…
Hundreds of ghouls filled the venue, and the bodies scattered around him were merely a fraction of the total. Nearly half of them had already used the chaos as an opportunity to escape.
Kaneki's thoughts churned as he watched their retreat. These ghouls—the monsters that had tormented so many—couldn't be allowed to flee so easily.
"Where's Touka?" Kaneki muttered under his breath, fatigue beginning to set in after slaying two more ghouls.
As if on cue, a violent tremor shook the ceiling of the arena.
The next moment, sunlight burst into the dark chamber as rubble cascaded from above, and a figure descended from the sky.
A ray of light illuminated Touka as she landed with precision, her gaze instantly locking onto Kaneki.
Her lips parted slightly, and though the noise of the arena drowned out her words, Kaneki knew what she was saying.
"Sorry, I'm late."
To her surprise, Kaneki smiled faintly and nodded, as if he'd heard her voice.
Without another word, the two of them sprang into action, unleashing a bloody tempest that tore through the arena.
The ghouls present were mostly gluttons summoned by Shuu Tsukiyama, renowned for their insatiable appetite for delicacies. Ironically, this indulgence had left most of them weak and unprepared.
The majority were barely at a B-level in strength, with only a few scraping into A-level.
But whether B or A, none could stand against Kaneki and Touka—two combatants wielding S-level power. It was merely a question of whether a single slash or two would be needed to take them down.
The massacre commenced.
Among the chaos, only one person in the venue had the potential to halt the carnage: the event's host, Shuu Tsukishima.
However…
The heir to the Tsukiyama family seemed entirely unbothered by the unfolding slaughter.
In fact, his obsession with Kaneki had reached a fever pitch.
"One-eyed… so rare…"
Shuu trembled, his eyes fixated on Kaneki with unrestrained fervor. Ignoring the chaos around him, he dropped to his knees, mumbling incoherently.
"Treasure…"
"That is… truly…"
"A once-in-a-lifetime…"
"Exquisite treasure!"
He clenched his fists as his gaze grew more fervent.
"I will never let anyone else have him!"
Suddenly, Shuu's scarlet eyes gleamed with a maddening intensity. His attention, however, shifted not to Kaneki or Touka, but to the ghouls scrambling to mount a resistance against the pair.
In a blur of movement, a streak of purple lightning tore through their ranks.
Blood erupted from their bodies as they fell, their eyes wide with shock.
"Why… why… Master Tsukiyama?" one of them managed to gasp before collapsing lifelessly to the ground.
Shuu stood tall, his kagune spiraling around his arm in the shape of a lance. With a swift motion, he shook the blood from its surface, gazing coldly at the corpses beneath him.
"I will not allow…"
His voice was low, trembling with barely contained rage.
"…anyone to harm him!"
His eyes darted back to Kaneki, brimming with an almost possessive hunger.
"Huh?"
Kaneki frowned, momentarily puzzled by Shuu's behavior. But he had no intention of wasting time trying to understand it.
Without sparing another glance at Shuu Tsukiyama, Kaneki launched himself back into the fray, resuming his relentless pursuit of the fleeing ghouls.
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Half an hour later.
The venue, once filled with deafening screams, fell into an eerie silence.
The ground was littered with corpses, blood pooling around lifeless bodies. The only ones still standing were Kaneki, Touka, and Shuu Tsukiyama—who had, for some unknown reason, joined their side and helped slaughter the ghouls.
Kaneki glanced at Shuu, then decided to ignore him for the moment. The man showed no signs of hostility, and engaging with him unnecessarily would be unwise.
Killing an S-level ghoul wasn't something that could be achieved easily, even with Touka's help. Moreover, although Kaneki was not physically exhausted, his mind and spirit were drained after the carnage.
Despite his growing strength, Kaneki had not yet become the white-haired, merciless version of himself who abandoned his humanity for power. The brutality of the massacre still weighed heavily on his heart.
Without hesitation, Kaneki pulled out his Rotom phone and tapped the [Apply for Transaction] button.
The three of them—Kaneki, Touka, and Shuu—exchanged silent, tense glances as they waited.
A few minutes later, a dazzling flash of lightning illuminated the bloodstained venue.
In an instant, Enel appeared before Kaneki, grinning.
"Good afternoon, young man," Enel greeted, his voice calm yet imposing.
His sharp eyes swept across the venue, lingering on the mangled bodies scattered across the floor. With his extraordinary observational abilities, he quickly assessed the situation, recognizing the identities of the fallen ghouls and understanding why Kaneki had summoned him.
"It seems your harvest this time was rather fruitful," Enel chuckled, though a flicker of unease crossed his face.
He was no stranger to scenes of carnage. In the world of pirates, naval battles often claimed hundreds or even thousands of lives. Yet, what truly unsettled him was how this twisted world had driven a once-gentle soul like Kaneki down such a bloody path.
After a brief moment of reflection, Enel dismissed the thought. He, too, bore some responsibility for this, and it was not his place to judge.
"Sir Enel," Kaneki said, his tone firm and direct, "I want to exchange all the Kagune from these ghoul corpses for points!"
Kaneki's eyes flickered toward Shuu, who stood nearby with an unsettling, lustful gaze fixed on him. The tension was palpable, and Kaneki was eager to complete the transaction as quickly as possible to strengthen his position.
He glanced once more at the carnage surrounding him, his heart pounding with anticipation.
Previously, he had exchanged the Kagune of Nishio—a ghoul far stronger than most—for a total of 2,000 points. Although none of the ghouls here matched Nishio's level individually, the sheer number of them promised a considerable reward.
As expected, Enel's lips curled into a small smile. "As you wish," he replied softly.
With a wave of his arm, all the ghoul kagune— including those killed by Shuu—vanished into thin air. The body part where their kagune was located dissolved in an instant.
Enel's mysterious powers finally snapped Shuu out of his delusions.
"What… What kind of sorcery is this!?" Shuu's pupils dilated in shock, his body trembling.
But he wasn't the only one stunned.
"One… ten… a hundred… a thousand… thirty thousand!?"
Kaneki stared at his Rotom phone in disbelief as his points balance skyrocketed. Even though he had braced himself for a significant increase, the sheer scale of the reward left him momentarily speechless.
But only for a moment.
Kaneki quickly forced himself to calm down, his mind racing. He needed to decide how best to allocate these points to achieve his goals.
Surveying the now-empty venue, Kaneki knew one thing for certain: this was only the beginning.
The large-scale slaughter he'd unleashed could not remain hidden for long. Both the ghoul community and the CCG would undoubtedly learn of his actions.
To prepare for what was to come, Kaneki needed power—enough to face the challenges ahead and fulfill the ambitions he shared with those who had placed their trust in him.
His resolve solidified, Kaneki took a step forward and addressed Enel.
"Sir Enel, please recommend some items for me. I want to use 20,000 points to become stronger!"
"Oh?"
Enel raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised that Kaneki had chosen to reserve 10,000 points instead of using everything.
However, he quickly understood Kaneki's intentions. Smirking, Enel replied, "No problem."
With a crackling sound, a flash of lightning erupted in front of Kaneki.
A glowing screen materialized, surrounded by arcs of electricity, listing an array of options tailored to Kaneki's needs.
[Pokémon: Guzzlord]
[Type: Dark, Dragon]
[Ability: Beast Boost (When defeating an opponent, this Pokémon's attack increases.)]
[Level: 30]
[Notes: An Ultra Beast from another dimension, known for its unparalleled strength and limitless potential.]
[Price: 5,000 points]
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[Pokémon: Blacephalon]
[Type: Fire, Ghost]
[Ability: Beast Boost]
[Level: 30]
[Notes: ...]
[Price: 5,000 points]
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[Bond Evolution (Upgraded Version)]
[Introduction: An enhanced version of Bond Evolution from the Pokémon world.]
[Effect: Enables the trainer to bond and evolve with two Pokémon simultaneously. The evolved Pokémon will experience a significant increase in strength, while the trainer inherits a portion of the Pokémon's power.]
[Price: 5,000 points]
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[Armament Haki]
[Introduction:...]
[Effect:...]
[Price: 2,500 points]
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[Observation Haki]
[Introduction:...]
[Effect:...]
[Price: 2,500 points]
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On the glowing screen before Kaneki, the products recommended by Enel appeared one by one.
"Pokémon world? Pirate world?"
Kaneki's eyes flickered with rare excitement as he read through the list.
"Along with the Blood Demon Art I acquired from the Demon Slayer world…"
"With these trades, my body will soon possess the powers of four worlds simultaneously!"
"Dimensional trading truly is extraordinary!"
After carefully reviewing the details of each product, Kaneki wasted no time and followed Enel's suggestions, confirming the exchange without hesitation.
Suddenly, an intense energy surged through Kaneki's body, transforming him at the core. He felt a strange, otherworldly force altering his physique.
Simultaneously, memories he had never experienced before flooded his mind, as if they had been there since birth.
Grasping the two Poké Balls in front of him, Kaneki instinctively mimicked an action from his newfound memories. With a sharp motion, he threw both Poké Balls.
"Come forth! Guzzlord! And Blacephalon!"
Two beams of crimson light burst forth.
In an instant, the arena quaked under the arrival of a colossal figure.
Guzzlord, standing nearly six meters tall, materialized before everyone.
Unlike the traditionally adorable designs of Pokémon, Guzzlord resembled a demon emerging straight from the abyss. Its massive, shadowy body was foreboding, its head crowned with sharp, horn-like protrusions.
Its shoulders bore bat-like appendages, reminiscent of a vampire's wings, while its grotesque mouth—situated unnervingly on its belly—exuded a menacing aura. From this mouth, two snake-like tentacles extended, each ending in ferocious, fanged maws.
Guzzlord was unlike any standard Pokémon. As an Ultra Beast, its appearance and abilities were unparalleled.
Enel observed the scene with satisfaction. He had never recommended this peculiar Pokémon to anyone in the pirate world due to its unsettling demeanor. But here, in the grim ghoul world, Guzzlord seemed to fit perfectly.
Its voracious appetite surpassed even that of the iconic Kirby. Unlike Kirby, however, Guzzlord had no preferences—anything could become its prey, from buildings to ordinary food.
This trait made it an ideal companion in a world teeming with relentless predators.
With its dual Dark and Dragon attributes, it could disrupt enemies' energies and unleash devastating energy blasts during Bond Evolution. It was a flawless match for Kaneki, who would inevitably face countless battles against ghouls in the future.
It was clear that the days ahead would see the name "Evil Eater King" becoming a nightmare for ghouls everywhere.
And Kaneki? He would be the wielder of this terrifying force.