Side Chapter 2: The One-Man Army

In the world of Hunters and Awakeners, few names evoke as much awe and intrigue as Niran Chakrii, the man known simply as the "One-Man Army." Born in Thailand, his name, meaning "Eternal King," seems almost prophetic given his unparalleled prowess in combat.

Niran's early life is shrouded in mystery, a puzzle that has confounded even the most dedicated researchers. The only facts that have been confirmed are that he was born an orphan, and raised on the unforgiving streets by the homeless community that took him in as one of their own. At the tender age of eight, Niran's life took a dramatic turn when he was taken under the wing of an enigmatic martial artist known only as "A." From that moment, Niran vanished from the public eye, his whereabouts and activities unknown for a full decade.

Ten years later, Niran resurfaced, making his presence known in the most spectacular fashion imaginable. He entered the prestigious Superhumans Summit, a global tournament organized by the Awakener Association and several renowned guilds to identify the most promising candidates for recruitment. What followed was a display of skill and power that left the world in awe. Niran dominated the competition, dispatching his opponents with such ease that not a single blow was landed against him. His performance caught the attention of the most influential figures in the world, from the upper echelons of the Awakener Association to the god-like members of the God Affiliation and the legendary 7 Guardians.

In the wake of his triumphant debut, Niran registered as a Hunter, embarking on a solo career that would become the stuff of legend. He took on the most challenging missions, venturing into the most dangerous portals alone, his confidence and abilities so immense that he never once requested backup. His solitary nature extended beyond his work; Niran rarely engaged in conversation, preferring to keep his own counsel.

As Niran's fame grew, so did the curiosity surrounding his past. Countless investigators and journalists sought to unravel the mystery of his origins and the identity of his mentor, "A." Yet, the more they probed, the more questions arose, each new discovery leading only to deeper enigmas. Even the combined resources of the world's most powerful organizations failed to shed light on Niran's history.

While his past remained obscured, Niran's present achievements were impossible to ignore. He single-handedly cleared 18 portals in a single day, a feat that even the combined might of the God Affiliation and the 7 Guardians could not match. In individual combat, he bested each of the 7 Guardians, his only true challenge coming from the strongest among them, Arthur Khan. Such was his reputation that even the God Affiliation, known for their fierce independence, dared not make an enemy of him. Whispers began to circulate that Niran might be the most powerful individual to have ever lived.

Despite the countless lucrative offers from guilds and organizations worldwide, Niran remained steadfastly independent, refusing to align himself with any group. The vast wealth he accumulated from his work as a Hunter, he distributed among the homeless, focusing particularly on aiding those in his native Thailand. He helped establish communities, built houses and provided the resources for the dispossessed to build new lives. For Niran, these were the people who mattered most, the family he had never had.

In Thailand, Niran was hailed as a national hero, his likeness immortalized in a statue in Bangkok, much to his own dismay. He sought no fame or glory, his only stated desire being to make his homeland a better place and to eradicate homelessness. Beyond these simple declarations, Niran remained an enigma, his thoughts and motivations as inscrutable as his past.

Though he made his base in Thailand, Niran would occasionally venture abroad at the behest of the Awakener Association, his missions taking him to the far corners of the globe. Yet, no matter where his duties led him, he remained apart, forming no connections, seeking no companionship beyond the bonds he shared with the homeless he so tirelessly worked to uplift.

In a world filled with powerful beings and hidden agendas, Niran Chakrii stands alone, a figure of mystery and might, driven by a purpose that only he truly understands. His story shrouded in secrecy, serves as a reminder that even in an age of Awakeners and Hunters, there are still legends waiting to be uncovered, heroes whose true natures may never be fully revealed.