9 to 5 Monster Hunter (Stubbed)
4.55 · 142 chapters · updated Nov 2, 2026
ActionAdventureContemporaryFantasy CraftingGameLitHigh FantasyLitRPGMagicMagitechMale LeadMechaPortal Fantasy / IsekaiProgressionUrban FantasyWar and Military
Why read this story?
- One of the highest rated stories in the catalogue.
- Actively updating: the last chapter was posted 1 day ago.
- A medium-length read at 142 chapters.
- A good fit if you enjoy Crafting, GameLit and High Fantasy.
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About this story
Five years ago, Luke helped cancel the System Apocalypse. Today, he’s just trying to pay rent.
When Earth fended off an invading horde of magic-wielding Orcs and Elves, Luke paid for the victory with his leg. Now, he makes a modest living repairing magical power armor on the invaders' home planet, portaling back to Earth every night to care for his cat, Jinx.
It was supposed to be a quiet life—until the System of the World sets its eyes on him.
With every monster Luke slays, his power grows—turning him into the most sought-after asset across two worlds. Royal Elves want to own him. Human billionaires want to recruit him. But having already given enough for other people's wars, Luke chooses a third option: working for himself.
To stay independent, he’ll need to craft stronger weapons, build elite power armor, and rally a crew of allies across both sides of the portal. Because in a game rigged by the powerful, the only way to survive is to become too strong to control.
What to expect:
-Epic monster fights with mechs
-Slow power growth
-Housecat antics.
-No Harem
-Fantasy magic politics
-Home every night
-Release schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Friday
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