Murkel remained the Clan Head of the Erupting Fist Clan and now had his son, Ricktor, to look after. He found joy in his family and clan life. From time to time, he would even teach Ricktor himself.
Murkel had a talent for teaching, which was why he was originally an instructor for the future stars of the Erupting Fist Clan. He would praise Ricktor when he did well, not just because he was his son, but because Ricktor was extremely talented.
However, watching his son, despite his skill, Murkel couldn't shake a thought from the back of his mind:
'Is my son like me? Is Ricktor like me? I'm no longer completely human. I can tell that from my emotions, how fast my body heals, and how strong it is. I haven't been able to utilize the hybrid beast power in me, but I know it's there even if it's not in my mind. There's a chance that my son's talent is not just because of me but because of what I am.'