: Leon continues to push his physical and mental limits. Unlike the Hero who relies on innate gifts and "stolen" companions, Leon’s progress is fueled by sheer grit and strategic combat. The Psychological Toll

The best was yet to come.

As the story progresses past Chapter 10 (the manga has reached at least 17+ chapters in some releases), the focus shifts toward: Breaking the Brainwashing

Much of the narrative tension in these chapters stems from Ark's internal conflict—his desire for revenge versus his quest to regain his lost "precious people".