Episode 3: The First Dungeon

"Let's see… how big is this world… and how will I conquer it?"

Kuro adjusted his clothes, tightened his grip on the Steel Dagger, and took a deep breath.

"300 meters north… that's not too far. But it's a dungeon, which means it's going to be more dangerous than anything I've faced so far."

The system screen flickered—

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[New Mission Unlocked]

Mission: Locate and enter the Dungeon Gate

Reward: +50 XP & Random Item

Time Limit: 30 minutes

Failure Penalty: -10 XP

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"A random item? This could be a jackpot."

He opened his mini-map and followed the direction toward the north, into a dense forest. He kept checking his skills' cooldowns and scanning the path ahead.

"I'm only Level 2… even the smallest mistake could be fatal. But if I clear every mission, my power growth will be unstoppable."

10 Minutes Later...

A faint blue glow shimmered between the trees. A stone archway stood tall with swirling mist inside.

"This must be it… the Dungeon Gate."

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[You Have Reached: Forgotten Tunnel - E-Class Dungeon]

Status: Untouched

Note: You are the first explorer of this dungeon in this world.

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"First explorer? Maybe I'll get a First Clear Bonus."

Kuro smirked.

"Let's see who rules this dungeon now."

[Entering Dungeon...]

Inside, the air turned cold. The walls were ancient stone. Darkness surrounded him, save for a flickering flame in the distance.

"Could someone have been here before me?"

Tick… Tick… Tick…

"That sound… a trap?"

Kuro activated Camouflage. His body blurred into shadow.

Click!

An arrow shot past, narrowly missing his face.

"Too close…"

Still cloaked, he moved ahead. In a nearby chamber, three goblins huddled with sharp hooks and torches.

"Perfect. Time to test Backstab."

He crept behind one and—

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[Backstab Activated!]

CRACK! One goblin dropped instantly.

The others turned in shock.

"Quick Step!"

He dashed between them. One fell to a Shadow Strike. The last tried to run—but Kuro's dagger found its mark.

THUD!

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[Room Cleared]

XP Gained: +80

Item Drop: Shadow Thread (Rare Material)

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"Shadow Thread? Let's check it."

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Item: Shadow Thread

Rarity: Rare

Description: Enhances shadow-based equipment or skills.

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"Rare item already? This Rogue class is going to pay off."

He stored it and proceeded deeper.

Suddenly—a thunderous roar shook the dungeon.

GROOOAAAARRRR!!!

"What the hell was that?!"

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[Mini Boss Detected]

Name: Stone Gnoll

HP: 1200

Danger Level: HIGH

Note: Dodge attacks! It's slow but hits hard!

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Kuro's breathing quickened. Still, a grin tugged at his lips.

"A mini-boss already? Perfect."

He gripped his weapon tightly.

"Let's show them how a Rogue fights."

[To Be Continued…]

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