[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra":3,"chapter-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-55":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Awakening: Reincarnating With the SSS-Level Extraction Talent",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1139825,1479,"Chapter 55: Chapter 55: Undead Land, The Gate","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-55",55,"\u003Cp>Alex stood up, brushing the dirt off his armor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The notification about the reset spawn point flashed in front of him, and he grimaced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew exactly what it meant—he was stuck here in the [Undead Land] until he either found a way out or somehow survived long enough to level up and escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The latter seemed nearly impossible at level 33.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, the towering [Undead Castle] loomed, a dark fortress silhouetted against the ominous sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was where the current [Undead Lord] resided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex had a feeling that place would eventually be his destination, but he had no intention of marching there just yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not without a plan, at least.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great. Just great,\" Alex muttered to himself. \"All thanks to that damned dragon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite his frustration, Alex knew Alphox wasn't really to blame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dragon was powerful, yes, but unpredictable and uncontrollable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fact that it hadn't burned him to ashes right away was a miracle in itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened his [Pet Panel] once again, glaring at the name displayed under 'Pets.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Alphox]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Master: FateBreaker]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The irony was almost palpable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex let out a bitter chuckle and closed the panel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn't waste time complaining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he was going to survive here, he had to act quickly and carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His first objective was clear: scout the area, avoid getting killed, and find some way to level up without attracting too much attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Easier said than done in a place with undead monsters far above his current level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Time to move.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a snap of his fingers, Alex summoned his [Undead Skeletons].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten skeletal figures emerged from the ground, their bony forms crackling with energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every monster in this area is a forth-tier undead, so there was no chance first-tier Alex could ever hope of beating them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The Undead Skeletons are in their homeland, thus, their power is doubled.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex grinned despite the grim situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His skeletons now took 40% of his stats instead of 20%, making them more useful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, even with their boost, it wouldn't be enough against the monsters in this cursed land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luckily, the tier two level-up happened at level 35, meaning that Alex only needed two more levels before being able to get it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a deep breath and began to walk, his skeletons forming a protective line in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The landscape was barren and bleak, a wasteland stretching toward the massive castle in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was nothing alive, not even the sound of wind—just silence and the weight of dread hanging over everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Alex trudged forward, the imposing silhouette of the castle grew larger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its features became more distinct: jagged towers, black stone walls, and the faint glow of something sinister beyond its gates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew the real danger was only beginning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, after what felt like hours, Alex reached the entrance to the castle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two massive skeleton guards stood vigil by the gate, towering at least ten meters tall, their armor ancient and battered but still imposing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Skeleton Guards - Level 150]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[700,000 HP]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex swallowed hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These guys were way out of his league.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he tried to cast a spell at it, it would do less than one damage, much like against Aldrich.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there was nothing Alex could do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tier 1 player against a tier 4 monster was like putting a pit bull against a toddler.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he approached, the two guards stepped forward, their massive swords scraping the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"State your purpose, human,\" one of them rumbled, his voice like grinding stone. \"Or you will fall to our blades.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The massive undead guards, wearing a complete set of armor that hid whatever they looked like, spoke as Alex approached.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex hesitated. He hadn't thought this far ahead. \"Uh... I want to see the Undead Lord?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guards exchanged looks before one of them chuckled, a deep, eerie sound that echoed in the silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why would the Lord entertain a weakling like you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other guard nodded. \"Perhaps he's a slave. But why isn't he bound?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\" the first guard whispered low enough for Alex not to hear, \"There aren't any undead beside us... it doesn't make sense...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They noticed the ten undead skeletons in front of Alex, thinking that they had captured a human for the Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only way for Alex to leave this area is:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-To kill the Undead Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-To take complete control of Undead Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-To get permission from the Undead Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All three of these things seemed impossible for the current Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What did you do, Alphox...\" Alex groaned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you wish to be my master, you need to show me what you're made off, foolish human,\" Alphox answered from within Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Those undead look weak, can't be part of our grand Undead Land,\" the guards continued, \"Though, Undead Land has long-lost all of its greatness...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They continued their conversation as if Alex wasn't even there, their massive swords resting casually in their hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear they didn't consider him a threat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex knew he couldn't fight them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they wanted, they could crush him in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they seemed amused more than anything else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, should we kill him?\" one asked the other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't see any reason not to, we'll speak with the Lord about the ten skeletons with him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two guards turned toward Alex, and both took a step forward, raising their blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've been denied entry, human. Leave now or die.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We know you are like us, able to resurrect, so do not come back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed that Undead monsters were in fact aware that the players could revive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex had never talked to any undead in his past life, but this was an interesting piece of information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex braced himself, but just as the guards were about to attack, a voice echoed through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do I have to do everything myself?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guards froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That voice...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No way...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Out of the mist, the [Undead King] materialized, hovering above Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked more elegant, both because his rest in the [Contract Space] allowed him to become stronger, but also because in Undead Land, his stats were also boosted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"L-LORD!\" the guards exclaimed in unison, dropping to their knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"IT'S THE KING!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two guards kneeled down as they saw the [Undead King] appear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The [Undead King] smirked. \"Still loyal after all these years, I see. Good.\" He turned his gaze to Alex. \"Let this human pass. He's here to meet the Undead Lord.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guards hesitated but quickly complied. \"Yes, King!\" they said, scrambling to their feet and grabbing the handles of the massive gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though it had been hundreds of years since the king was thrown away from [Undead Land], every undead still present respected him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex watched in awe as the gates creaked open, revealing the dark courtyard beyond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You now have access to the \"Undead Castle\"!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The notification was satisfying, but Alex couldn't shake the uneasy feeling in his gut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The [Undead King] disappeared back into his contracted space, his voice lingering in the air. \"I cannot yet challenge the current Lord, but soon, I will reclaim my throne.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guards stood aside, glaring at Alex with thinly veiled disgust. \"We don't know why the King is with you, human,\" one of them spat, \"but you may enter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't die, we're not letting you pass this gate twice, we're already disrespecting the Lord's orders as respect for the previous King.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright,\" Alex mumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>",1254,"2026-06-03T12:12:47.111Z","2026-06-03T12:12:55.153Z",1,"novelbin.me","c2b4d8a343471d14c616e06a2dbd1114d63c507020164e49f81666985e48f37e","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-56","awakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-chapter-54",516,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fawakening-reincarnating-with-the-sss-level-extra-cover.jpg"]