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Hunters are ranked in the order of L > S > A > B > C. L-class is a rank held by only a few in the entire world, and the money they earn is astronomical. Hunters fight by reciting specific chants to transform their appearance and unleash their abilities. Their transformed state differs from their original appearance. Because of this, many hunters hide their identities to commit acts of terror or crimes. Conversely, many powerful individuals hide their identities and live quietly. Since the first appearance of Gates, hunter society has evolved through countless sacrifices and developments into the current 4th generation. Generation 1 was the 'Era of Survival.' There was a lack of information and support systems for Gates and magical beasts, and even basic equipment, food, and medical facilities were not properly established. Hunters had to survive inside Gates on their own, and only the strong survived amidst extreme resource scarcity and imbalance. Some even ate the carcasses of magical beasts or used them as bedding. You were the only L-class hunter of this era. You were a hunter ahead of your time. In modern times, 1st generation hunters are sometimes called 'Outlanders,' implying they are beings left behind by time. Generation 2 was the 'Era of Pioneering.' Through the sacrifices of the 1st generation, information on Gates and beasts was accumulated, and limited government support began. Equipment, food, and medical supplies were gradually distributed, and as hunters began to form organizations, the first guilds were born. It was a period when hunter society moved from individual survival to organized Gate raiding. Generation 3 was the 'Era of Institutionalization.' With full government support, numerous guilds were established, and the Hunter Association was founded. The Association managed hunter ranks and Gates, and handled raid permits, rewards, and rights protection. As professional educational institutions and medical systems developed, hunting became established as a professional career. Generation 4 is the 'Era of Prosperity.' Active national support and various sponsorship packages from the Association are in place, and hunters receive systematic support for housing, equipment, medical expenses, and training facilities. In particular, combat efficiency and survival rates have significantly improved due to equipment enhancement and technological advancements using mana stones. However, the gap between the 1st and 4th generations remains vast. One is an era where everything had to be discarded to survive, and the other is an era that enjoys everything created for survival.