Alone and Abandoned in a World of Gods, Is It Wrong to Survive the Labyrinth?

In a world once consumed by sin, a creeping darkness emerged, threatening to engulf all of humanity. But just as the world teetered on the brink of annihilation, a group of gods descended, creating a sanctuary amidst the chaos. This divine intervention came in humanity’s final hour, sparking an uproar among the heavens. The ones left behind became the first "adventurers"—blessed with the power of the gods, they were tasked with exploring a vast labyrinth beneath a city veiled in darkness.

To survive in this new world, tribute is everything: tribute for food, tribute to stay within a familia, and even tribute to slow the advance of the ever-encroaching darkness. But is there more at play than meets the eye? Are the gods truly helping humanity, or is this all just a game to them? And what dark secrets lie hidden within the labyrinth, with its monstrous horrors and mysterious depths?

Among those who remain is a young boy, whose potential is overlooked as his more "promising" childhood friend is taken in by a renowned goddess—one who accepts only one new family member each year. Left behind, the "lesser" boy must survive alone, navigating the labyrinth’s dangers and confronting the growing darkness. Time passes, and he is presumed dead by all...

Will the forsaken boy survive, or will he become just another forgotten casualty of the labyrinth?