Kanetoshi_Matsuoka

In a world where dungeons and monsters invade through portals, hunters rise to fight back with swords, spells, and brute strength. But Jin Tae-Hyun, an F-class failure, is killed by a mutated monster—and awakens ten years in the past with an SSS-class skill hidden behind an F-rank label:

**\[The Maker] — A skill that lets him craft weapons, armor, and accessories of any rarity.**

From Common to Mythical. From basic swords to sentient, elemental blades.

Jin chooses to hide his true power, forge his own path, and rise from the shadows. With each battle, he improves his gear, copies fighting styles, and builds a team of loyal allies. But when a hidden realm tied to ancient crafting appears, Jin’s journey begins to reshape the very world.

The blacksmith of tomorrow isn't just a support role—
**He's the one who builds legends.**

The Maker's Rebirth

The boss gate opened with a metallic shriek.

A red light pulsed within the darkness, and the ground vibrated in steady, thunderous rhythm.

Jin stood just outside the gate, eyes locked on his system window.

**\[Boss Identified: Vulcan Core Golem]**

**Class: A-Rank Construct-Type Monster**

**Armor: Full Mithril-Alloy Plating**

**Core: Mana Reactor – Weak to Heat Overload**

**Abilities: Shockwave Slam, Mana Beam, Core Detonation (Fatal)**

**Recommendation: Fire-Type Damage, Break Core Seal**

"We can't fight that," one of the Hunters whispered.

Jin said nothing. Instead, he walked to the edge of the hallway, sat down, and opened his palm.

**\[The Maker – Advanced Forge Mode]**

**Crafting: Embersteel Edge (Unique – Sword)**

* Forged Blade Mold (Custom – Curved)

**Estimated Forge Time: 3 Minutes**

Sparks of flame and glowing red symbols lit the hallway. Metal twisted in midair, forged by will and mana. The others watched, stunned.

"You're crafting. Here? *Now?*" one asked.

Three minutes later, the flames died down.

And in his hand was a curved longsword, glowing faintly orange with heat.

[Item Created: Embersteel Edge (Unique)]

Flame Cut: Slices ignite targets for 3s

Overheat Drive: Boosts damage by 30% for 10s (Cooldown: 2 min)

Weakness Trigger: Bonus 40% damage to mechanical enemies

Without a word, he tossed a satchel onto the ground in front of the others.

Inside were four more freshly forged Rare-tier items:

Impact Knuckles – For the brawler

Mana Filer Gloves– Boosts mana regen for the caster

*Agility Band– Movement boost for the scout

Reinforced Shield Buckle – Extra defense for the tank

"W-Where did you even *get* these?"

Jin looked toward the boss gate as it rumbled again.

But when the golem let out its first roar of steam and light—

Jin was already walking toward it.

His new sword glowed hotter with each step.

Chapter 8: Embersteel Edge