Psychological Pressure
Leo gained several dozen levels from defeating the 77 rankers, but it wasn't the one sided slaughter that left a lasting impression in his mind— but rather the realization of how much of a part psychological fear played into his victory that did.
The rankers seemed gripped by terror, and Leo wasn't entirely sure why. Was it his infamous reputation or the aura artifact amplifying his presence? He did not know, however, either way, what shocked him was how few of them even tried to mount a serious offense.
Out of the 77, nearly 60 were more focused on shielding themselves, desperate to survive against his attacks rather than committing to an all-out offense and it was precisely this hesitancy, this passive defense, that made the fight feel far easier than it should have been.
As he reflected, a thought crept into his mind, as he wondered if this was what the Demon King felt like on a daily basis?