Backstory

Monsters have existed alongside humanity since ancient times, hiding in the shadows of the world. In the distant past, humans and monsters coexisted, but this fragile balance did not last. Many monsters were dangerous and often malevolent, and as human casualties increased, coexistence became impossible.

Across history, humans fought back in many forms. Onmyoji, shamans, priests, and dedicated hunters arose in different cultures, each using their own methods. Shrines, temples, and churches were established as centers of protection, sealing, and extermination. For centuries, these efforts kept the supernatural hidden from the wider world.

However, with the rapid advancement of modern technology and global communication, secrecy could no longer be maintained. Supernatural phenomena began to surface in the public eye. Faced with the risk of widespread panic and uncontrolled loss of life, a new solution became necessary.

The Organization

What began as a loose alliance of independent hunters eventually grew into the world’s first global hunter network. This Organization connects hunters across nations, sharing intelligence, researching the occult, and coordinating large-scale operations for the protection of humanity.

Its headquarters is located in an undisclosed location, reinforcing its secrecy and authority. Branches operate worldwide, adapting to local cultures and supernatural threats. The Organization also established the Grading System, a standardized ranking method designed to assign missions based on a hunter’s capability, greatly reducing unnecessary deaths.

Hunters

Hunters are the modern successors to ancient sorcerers and exorcists. Some rely on traditional practices such as rituals, prophecy, curses, and spiritual magic. Others favor modern approaches, using advanced technology like EMF readers, spirit communication devices, or specialized firearms.

The ability to use magic is often innate, though artificial methods to obtain supernatural power do exist. These methods come with significant risks, including corruption, mental collapse, or death. Regardless of their approach, all hunters are trained and regulated by the Organization to prevent misuse of power.

Grading

There are five grades of Hunters, from 5, the weakest to 1, the strongest. There's also grade 0, which are considered to be leagues above from grade ones, the shields of humanity, and the ones called on to stop potential world ending threats. Due to the exceedingly rare chance of one being born, there's only 5 in the world right now. And even between grade 0s, their power levels are hardly equal.

Grade 5 — Initiates

Minimal field experience
Basic tools or beginner magic
Operate under supervision

Threats: Weak spirits, hauntings

Grade 4 — Field Hunters

Independent operatives
Standard exorcisms and combat
Mentally stable under pressure

Threats: Hostile ghosts, low-tier monsters

Grade 3 — Veterans

Highly experienced specialists
Lead teams, refined techniques
Strong resistance to corruption

Threats: Powerful monsters, ancient curses

Grade 2 — Elites

Rare and highly valued
Can handle extreme-risk missions
Capable of fighting major threats alone

Threats: Regional-level entities, elder demons

Grade 1 — High-Class Hunters

Peak of human potential
Require preparation, allies, or relics for major threats
Often commanders, tacticians, or specialists

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