**Chapter 3-12 Summary**
The narrative begins with a prologue where a "Manager" explains that their world is facing a crisis due to the failures of their colleagues. To avert this, they have summoned the protagonist, who will be reborn with special blessings: creation, destruction, and regeneration. This protagonist is tasked with saving the world through dramatic changes like ecological transformation or civilization rebuilding.
Chapter 3, "Awakening," opens with the protagonist, Aram Skatris, waking up in a dilapidated hut in Juneau, Alaska, on Douglas Island. He recalls a traumatic past involving a loved one and betrayal. Aram lives a solitary, self-sufficient life, hunting and culling dangerous creatures to survive and protect the nearby settlement. He maintains a small farm and tends to his livestock. His daily routine involves preparing for his dangerous work in the surrounding forest.
Chapter 4, "Hunting Results and Culling," details Aram's successful hunt of a large bull moose. After processing the kill, he discovers the tracks of a "Tree Glutton," a "new species" or "monster beast" that poses a threat. Aram tracks and successfully eliminates the Tree Glutton, collecting its head as proof of culling for the New Hunter's Guild. He also finds and destroys its larvae, recognizing the threat they pose to the forest's resources.
Chapter 5, "Aftermath," focuses on Aram's continued efforts to manage the new species. He collects the Tree Glutton's feces, which are detrimental to the soil, and disposes of them in a designated area, creating a "saltpeter mound" for experimental gunpowder production. He also maintains his small methane gas purification system for hot water. Aram notes his dwindling supplies of flour and cornmeal, necessitating a trip to Juneau.
Chapter 6, "Encounter," describes Aram's routine hunting trip. He hears a disturbance and discovers a Tree Glutton threatening an unknown, blue, mushroom-like creature. Aram intervenes, killing the Tree Glutton. The blue creature, which communicates telepathically, reveals itself to be a "Slime" named Gyott. Aram is astonished by Gyott's existence and abilities, including its lack of conventional senses and its ability to communicate telepathically. He invites Gyott to his home.
Chapter 7, "Gyott," delves into the world's history, explaining the rise of "new species" or "monster beasts" that prey on humans, leading to a societal collapse. The narrative introduces the concept of first-generation monster beasts (human-only predators) and second-generation (with varied diets). Aram learns that Gyott is a unique being capable of consuming and decomposing monster beast carcasses and their waste, producing a clear, jelly-like substance. He also discovers Gyott can produce a flammable liquid from this substance.
Chapter 8, "Investigation and Practical Experiment," details Aram's experiments with the "clear gel" produced by Gyott. He discovers its flammable properties and potential as a fuel source, which could revolutionize their world. He also learns Gyott can consume monster beast flesh and waste, potentially solving the problem of soil contamination.
Chapter 9, "Village Union Branch," sees Aram visit the Juneau Reconstruction Village to trade his culling proofs for supplies. He encounters a conflict with a woman named Susola and her companions, who accuse him of harboring a monster beast. During the confrontation, the clear gel falls from Aram's bag and is crushed by one of Susola's men, igniting and causing a fire. Aram realizes the gel's potential as a fuel.
Chapter 10, "Attack and Counterattack," depicts Aram and Gyott being ambushed by Susola and her group. A large "Insect Bear" monster beast appears, attacking both sides. Aram uses his unique ability to create a protective barrier, while Gyott distracts the monster. Aram's friend, Atos, arrives and helps defeat the Insect Bear. Aram realizes Gyott's ability to decompose monster beast flesh and its potential to solve environmental problems.
Chapter 11, "Assault and Counterattack," continues the ambush. Aram, injured, and Gyott are pursued by Susola and her men. The Insect Bear reappears, and Gyott bravely confronts it, allowing Aram to escape. Atos intervenes again, and together they defeat the monster. Aram reflects on the potential of Gyott and his own abilities.
Chapter 12, "Village Union Branch," details Aram's visit to the New Hunter's Guild to report the incident and trade his culling proofs. He is reprimanded for the fight but receives his supplies. He learns about the increasing number of monster beasts and a potential large-scale culling operation. Aram also discusses the clear gel with the Guild Master, who offers advice. He then encounters Susola again, who continues to harass him. The Guild Master intervenes, resolving the conflict. Aram reflects on the growing threat of monster beasts and the potential of Gyott to help humanity.
