Khonszu

A thousand years ago, the Great Calamity struck Earth. Countless rifts tore through reality, opening portals between the Demon Realm and the Human World. Overrun by monsters, humanity was on the brink of extinction. But at its darkest hour, something miraculous happened—those who died returned, awakening strange new powers that allowed them to fight back.

Vale knew that story well. Maybe that's why he wasn't surprised when he heard the voice of the system speak to him.

[ Congratulations! You have died. ]
[ Your First Trial of Death begins now. ]

What truly shocked him, however, was the question burning in his mind:
"Who would dare to assassinate the Second Prince of Verythmia?"

I Died and Received an SSS-Rank Unique Ability

The hellfire struck its mark. Vale's blade, wreathed in black flames, sliced clean through the creature's leg, severing it with brutal precision.

The monster toppled with a guttural shriek, crashing to its side—but before it could cry out again, Dain's gauntlet slammed into its skull, silencing it with a sickening crack.

It hit the ground hard, the ice beneath it shattering from the force.

Ayla, despite the exhaustion weighing her down, dashed forward—her violet eyes burning with resolve.

Together, the three students struck in perfect sync. Their weapons tore into the beast's massive frame until its glowing eyes finally dimmed, the last flicker of life fading from its body.

For a moment, Vale lingered, staring down at the lifeless creature as the cold, emotionless voice of the system echoed in his mind.

[ You have slain a B-Rank, Awakened Monster, Frost King Rat ]

[ You have received an Artifact, Cursed Crown ]

A Fitting Crown