Chapter 175: Chapter 175: Introduction

"I'm willing to answer your questions," Gideon said, smiling at the eager faces in front of him.Immediately, hands shot up in the air. The girls' voices were louder than anyone else's. "How did you become like that?" one girl asked, her excitement clear. "What do we call you?"

Gideon chuckled lightly. "I don't do interviews, so you don't know much about me?" He paused, letting the anticipation build. "As you see, I look like a dragon. So, I am called a Dragonoid. I was human until five years ago when a dragon god blessed me, transforming me into what I am now."

The crowd murmured in surprise at his answer. "A dragon god? That's amazing!" someone said.

Then, another student raised their hand. "Is it true that you are the only beastman in the world?"

Gideon nodded. "For now, yes. But I'm not the only one who is not human. You know Lilith Vladimir, right? She's a vampire. And Sani Callista, who is an elf."

Everyone in the crowd nodded, remembering the interviews they had seen before. The excitement in the room grew as they realized that there were other beings like Gideon.

"Yeah, Ms. Sani is so beautiful and the strongest healer!"

After several questions and answers, Gideon smiled and said, "Now, let's move on to the judges for the entrance exam."

The crowd grew quiet, their attention fully on Gideon as he introduces the 3 judges then.

"And now, for our final judge, I introduce you the top 2 ranker from the USA, an S-rank awakener and the second founder of the Beast Doctor Academy—Thomas Valve, the first Beastmaster!"

The crowd erupted in cheers as Thomas walked up to the stage. His presence was powerful, and everyone could feel it. Gasps of shock and excitement filled the room.

"Wow! It's really him!" someone shouted from the back of the hall.

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Andrew was practically shaking with excitement. "This is amazing! The Top 2 ranker of US is here!"

Thomas smiled at the crowd, his confidence radiating. "I'm glad to see so many eager faces today. I'm here to help you discover your potential and guide you on your journey."

The cheers grew louder as they couldn't believe they were in the presence of such a legendary figure.

The crowd was buzzing with questions about Thomas. Everyone was eager to learn more about him. After a few moments, Thomas raised his hands to quiet them down. The room slowly became silent.

"I'll share a little about myself," he began. "Five years ago, I almost died when a wolf beast attacked me. I was saved by a goddess and that's when I awakened as a tamer. I was able to tame that wolf beast."

Suddenly, from behind him, the wolf appeared. It was ethereal and stunning. Its shimmering fur shifted colors like the night sky, dotted with bright, star-like spots. Its eyes glowed a soft silver, and its presence exuded both power and grace. The crowd gasped in awe.

Thomas continued, "We all know that five years ago, all animals evolved into beasts, and some turned into monsters. They were rampaging until six months ago when beast sanctuaries appeared, summoning all the beasts and allowing them to walk free."

Everyone nodded in agreement, understanding the changes that had taken place. Suddenly, a student raised his hand and asked, "Can I ask, Sir Thomas?"

"Yes, of course," Thomas replied.

"What's the difference between a monster and a beast? They seem the same to me," the student said.

A lot of people agreed with him, but others started to bash the student, calling him dumb. The noise grew louder, and the other facilitators struggled to bring order.

Then, Thomas howled like a wolf, sending shockwaves through the area. Everyone covered their ears, and the crowd went silent immediately.

Seojun's system spoke to him: [His beast is powerful, host, but not enough to match Huno.]

After the howl, Gideon stepped forward. "Let me explain the difference between monsters and beasts," he said.

"Monsters are often twisted creatures that have lost their minds and are driven by chaos. Beasts, on the other hand, are creatures that still hold their natural instincts and can be tamed or befriended."

The same guy who had asked earlier raised his hand again, looking a bit sheepish but determined. "Uh, can you explain more how to tell which is a monster and which is a beast? I mean, it seems a bit confusing."

The crowd erupted in murmurs, and a few people laughed. "Seriously? He's asking again?" one girl whispered to her friend.

"Maybe he's just not paying attention," another voice chimed in, clearly mocking him.

"Come on, cut me some slack! I'm new to all of this! I just awakened one month ago, okay? I'm still learning!" His voice trembled slightly, but he stood his ground against the teasing.

Gideon, sensing the tension, quickly intervened. "It's alright. Everyone has to start somewhere, and questions are how we learn."

Gideon took a moment to gather his thoughts, ensuring everyone was paying attention. "To spot the difference between a monster and a beast, there are a few key things to look for."

He continued, "First, The Global System automatically showed as the Status of monsters or beast in front of us. "

"Yeah! Where the hell are you leaving that you don't know?!" Some of shouted at the guy that ask

"Didn't you play Ethereal Online before? It's so obvious about their difference though,"

Gideon then spoke ,"Second, beasts usually have a recognizable form. They resemble the animals we once knew, though they may have enhanced features like glowing eyes or unusual colors. For example, a beast might have vibrant fur or unique markings, but they still look like wolves, bears, or birds."

The crowd nodded.

"Monsters, on the other hand, often appear distorted or grotesque," Gideon explained.

"They often have a chaotic appearance that makes them look dangerous and unstable."

Thomas added, "Another important difference is in behavior. Beasts can be trained or befriended. They may exhibit loyalty and can bond with humans, like how I tamed my wolf. Monsters, however, are typically aggressive and unpredictable. They attack on sight and don't have the ability to form any kind of partnership."