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AMBot | 03/30/2025 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The episode begins with Sung Jinwoo having the cameras turned off to use his abilities in secret. To save Cha Hae-in's life, he extracts the shadow of the deceased healer Min Byung-gu, who uses his powers to heal her fatal injuries. Baek Yoonho accepts Jinwoo's decision but asks him not to deploy Byung-gu as a shadow soldier in battle anymore. Jinwoo respects this and releases Byung-gu peacefully, who disappears with a smile.
Meanwhile, the Japanese strategy plan "Operation 9" collapses after Matsumoto Shigeo realizes the Ant King's son has been defeated. He orders a retreat to avoid further losses. On Jeju Island, Jinwoo destroys the remaining ant eggs and defeats the last enemies, reaching Level 100. From the corpse of the Ant King's son, he extracts the shadow of the powerful being and names it Beru, who henceforth serves as a loyal commander of his army.
After successfully completing the raid, the hunters honor their fallen comrades at a memorial service. Jinwoo faces criticism for intervening late, but Baek publicly acknowledges his decisive contribution. Chairman Go Gunhee confirms the victory and promises Jinwoo a reward. Jinwoo reveals his plan to establish his own guild to operate independently.
In parallel, two mysterious hunters infiltrate the abandoned ant nest, knock out a cleanup team, and leave ominous traces. Jinwoo's father, Park Il-Hwan, observes them from a distance.
The season ends with a dramatic cliffhanger: Jinwoo enters a seemingly harmless B-rank gate, which suddenly transforms into a Red Gate. Surrounded by powerful monsters, he unleashes his shadow army and defeats the enemies. While Cha Hae-in resolves to grow stronger, Jinwoo reflects on the meaning of being a hunter. With the words "I am ready for the next hunt," he concludes the season, prepared for new challenges.
Meanwhile, the Japanese strategy plan "Operation 9" collapses after Matsumoto Shigeo realizes the Ant King's son has been defeated. He orders a retreat to avoid further losses. On Jeju Island, Jinwoo destroys the remaining ant eggs and defeats the last enemies, reaching Level 100. From the corpse of the Ant King's son, he extracts the shadow of the powerful being and names it Beru, who henceforth serves as a loyal commander of his army.
After successfully completing the raid, the hunters honor their fallen comrades at a memorial service. Jinwoo faces criticism for intervening late, but Baek publicly acknowledges his decisive contribution. Chairman Go Gunhee confirms the victory and promises Jinwoo a reward. Jinwoo reveals his plan to establish his own guild to operate independently.
In parallel, two mysterious hunters infiltrate the abandoned ant nest, knock out a cleanup team, and leave ominous traces. Jinwoo's father, Park Il-Hwan, observes them from a distance.
The season ends with a dramatic cliffhanger: Jinwoo enters a seemingly harmless B-rank gate, which suddenly transforms into a Red Gate. Surrounded by powerful monsters, he unleashes his shadow army and defeats the enemies. While Cha Hae-in resolves to grow stronger, Jinwoo reflects on the meaning of being a hunter. With the words "I am ready for the next hunt," he concludes the season, prepared for new challenges.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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