Ascendant Hunter

Setting:

Set in the Philippines, mystical portals called "Rifts" suddenly appear across the country, connecting to dangerous dungeons filled with monsters. Those who enter and defeat these creatures gain incredible powers and are known as "Hunters." The Hunters are ranked based on their strength, from E-rank to the legendary S-rank.

Plot Summary:

Mark Fernandez is an unremarkable E-rank Hunter, known as the "Weakest Hunter in Manila." Despite his low rank, he continues to enter dungeons to support his sick mother and younger sister. During a high-level dungeon raid with powerful Hunters Al Reign, Erwin Tomparang, and Andrei Huertas, the team is ambushed, and Mark is fatally wounded.

As his vision fades, a mysterious system window appears before him:

[Congratulations! You have been chosen as the 'Auto Max Skill Holder.']

[All skills acquired will be automatically maxed out!]

Mark wakes up alone in the dungeon, fully healed. Confused but determined, he experiments with his new powers. Every time he learns a skill, it instantly reaches its peak potential. With this advantage, he rapidly grows stronger, secretly clearing dungeons to avoid unwanted attention.

Main Characters:

Mark Fernandez: Once the weakest Hunter, now the bearer of the "Auto Max Skill" system. Kind-hearted but resolute, he aims to climb the Hunter ranks and protect his loved ones.

Al Reign: An A-rank Hunter who survived the ambush. Charismatic but arrogant, he becomes Mark's rival, suspicious of his sudden rise in power.

Erwin Tomparang: A loyal and strategic B-rank Hunter, Al's right-hand man who later allies with Mark.

Andrei Huertas: A powerful S-rank Hunter known for his strength and influence in the Hunter Guild. He keeps an eye on Mark, sensing his hidden potential.

Mae Ramos: A talented healer who befriends Mark and becomes his trusted ally.

Alicia Do's: A mysterious information broker with ties to the underworld. She provides Mark with crucial intel on dungeons and rival Hunters.

Jad Ponesto: An energetic C-rank Hunter who admires Mark's courage and joins his team.

Gen Nueva: A cunning and ambitious Hunter who sees Mark as a threat.

Quintin Mendrez: A reclusive and wise mentor figure who teaches Mark about the true nature of his powers.

Story Arcs:

1. Awakening and Growth: Mark learns to use his Auto Max Skill ability in secret, training in low-level dungeons while slowly gaining strength.

2. Rise of the Ascendant: Mark gains recognition after saving a group of Hunters in a high-level dungeon, catching the attention of Al Reign and Andrei Huertas.

3. Power Struggles: Rival Hunters grow suspicious of Mark's rapid growth, leading to confrontations and betrayals.

4. Uncovering the Truth: Mark discovers the origin of his powers is linked to ancient spirits guarding the Philippines from dark forces within the Rifts.

5. Clash of Titans: Mark faces powerful enemies who seek to control his abilities, including corrupted Hunters and dungeon overlords.

6. Final Ascension: Mark embraces his destiny, mastering his powers to seal the Rifts and protect his homeland from an apocalyptic invasion.

Themes:

Overcoming weakness and doubt through perseverance.

Loyalty and betrayal among friends and rivals.

The burden and responsibility of power.

Protecting loved ones at any cost.