Skill Eater | LitRPG Slowburn Fantasy

Inside the Confluence Corp headquarters, Kenshiro is swept into a rapid sequence of evaluations, healing, and formal debriefings. The environment is sharply different from the open wilds he just left, replacing physical danger with bureaucracy and veiled intentions. Despite the impersonal process, he quickly adapts, using his past experiences to assert control and negotiate on his own terms. Kenshiro sets boundaries while leveraging what little bargaining power he has—insisting on fair compensation for information and showing awareness of the political game he’s now part of.

It becomes clear that Kenshiro’s presence in Nowhere is not only r...

Kenshiro’s group arrives at Bethaven, marking a transition from survival in the wilds to navigating urban politics and society. As the city unfolds before him, Kenshiro is met with a whirlwind of sensations—noise, movement, and the unspoken expectations of the Confluence Corp.

While the outward welcome appears procedural, it's clear his presence is of interest to more than just his companions. The experience is both overwhelming and clarifying, giving Kenshiro his first real glimpse of how societies are organized in this world and hinting that his arrival has broader implications. The arrival at the Confluence Corp head...

Tara is led deeper into the spiritual realm, where she encounters a space that mirrors her home on Earth—comforting yet disorienting. This uncanny setting is revealed to be her domain, a manifestation of her growing divine identity. Within it, she meets Mela, a powerful and enigmatic goddess, whose presence exerts an almost irresistible compulsion. Their conversation explores the nature of domains, power, and the responsibilities Tara now bears as a godling. With the revelation that her domain is both sanctuary and seat of power, Tara begins to grasp the scale and significance of her new role in the grander me...

tensions rise as Kenshiro negotiates both trust and power within his small group. The forest setting cloaks their discussion in secrecy as Kenshiro lays down terms for revealing more about his unique abilities. Despite resistance, a temporary alliance forms, culminating in a powerful and visually striking demonstration of one of Kenshiro’s skills. The event leaves the group stunned and cautiously curious, while Kenshiro himself grapples with the side effects of his power—particularly the cryptic consequences of being "Untethered." This chapter deepens group dynamics and sets the stage for Kenshiro’s evolving strategy in a world teeming with unseen rules...

Kenshiro and his group journey along the road to Bethaven. The mood is lighter than expected, with warm sun and pleasant conversation filling the air. Myrtle reignites her one-question game, and through it, Kenshiro shares details of his life on Earth, revealing parts of his past, including his parents’ separation and his father’s death. The discussion shifts to the significance of mana cores—valuable items used for healing, powering artifacts, and cultivation. Kenshiro, curious and increasingly aware of his limited knowledge of the world, presents a core he obtained, seeking insight from the group. This moment leads to tension, partic...

As dawn quietly approaches, he reflects on the emotional baggage he left behind and the surreal reality he's now entrenched in—where quests, magic, and summoned creatures are part of daily life. While the rest of the party sleeps, Kenshiro grapples with loneliness and the overwhelming weight of the tasks that lie ahead.

It's a deeply human moment in a fantasy world, showing us not just what Kenshiro is fighting against, but what he's fighting for. A tense interaction over coffee leads to a hard truth—he's not yet ready to face the challenges ahead. But it's his fier...

Kenshiro and his companions arrive at Spinebrook, a rugged logging outpost nestled at the edge of civilization. After days in the wild, the shift to noisy roads, hard stone buildings, and warm sunlight is both welcome and jarring. The town is alive with activity—burly laborers, tattooed orcs, massive beetles used for hauling timber—and Kenshiro finds himself absorbing a new layer of culture in Nowhere.

As the party splits up to take care of errands, Kenshiro stumbles upon something at the town’s notice board that shakes him deeply, forcing him to confront a part of his recent...

As Kenshiro and his companions continue their descent from the mountains, their journey becomes one of discovery and reflection. The group shares stories, teases each other, and slowly opens up—especially through a curious, meandering question game between Kenshiro and Myrtle. Cultural misunderstandings lead to both confusion and humor, with Kenshiro struggling to explain concepts from his world while learning more about the strange new one he’s found himself in.

Amid the light-hearted exchanges and nightly rituals, Kenshiro begins to piece together deeper truths about the organization his party belongs to and the mysterious forces shaping this worl...

After a tense battle deep in a forest of towering pines, Kenshiro Perez and his companions defeat a powerful creature known as a Fellcat, leaving Kenshiro puzzling over an unusual phenomenon: a rare double core drop. As the team quickly harvests the creature for valuable materials, Kenshiro grapples with the limitations of his current strength and the group's decision to sell the second core rather than let him use it. Though grateful for their protection and guidance, a seed of frustration grows in him, knowing how much the core could have meant for his survival.

As the group...

Tara isn't in Colorado anymore. 

After escaping the inky black void and finding herself in a city of spirits and power Tara finds herself on a beech talking to a man with the head of a frog. With powers, godlings, and gods now shaping the landscape what will Tara have to do to save her husband and save herself?

In this episode we shed a little more light on what is actually going on behind the scenes.

The forest grows stranger and more dangerous as Kenshiro and his companions push deeper into enemy territory. A disturbing presence fills the woods—unnatural, watchful, and ever-present. The group’s cohesion is tested as they must rely on instinct, discipline, and each other’s strengths to survive. A confrontation with a fearsome adversary pushes them all to their limits, revealing new layers of trust, resolve, and power. As the dust settles, Kenshiro is left with more questions than answers—about the forest, about himself, and about the path ahead.

The fire is low, and the tension is high as Kenshiro officially joins Ingot’s party on their hunt for the elusive and dangerous Fellcat. With no great options on the table, Kenshiro chooses to follow the group rather than be tracked down later. What starts as an uneasy truce becomes an opportunity for mutual discovery. As they trek through the forest, Kenshiro and Myrtle swap questions about each other’s worlds. Listeners will learn more about the strange rules of Nowhere—

The lesson is cut short when the party discovers unsettling evidence of the Fellcat: a grotesque bark w...

A simple handshake gone wrong sets the tone for Kenshiro’s struggle to understand the customs of this new world. From recalling his multicultural upbringing in Arizona to realizing just how alien this place is, Kenshiro must adapt fast. The trio he meets—Fel’Tal, Ingot, and Myrtle—are no ordinary adventurers. They’re part of an enigmatic organization called the Confluence Corp and are on a mission to hunt a creature called a Fellcat.

As Kenshiro tries to gain their trust, he asks after his missing wife, Tara, whom he suspects may have also crossed into this world. But...

Coffee.

Kenshiro find himself surrounded by new 'friends' including an Orc and a Dru'ven, which it turns out aren't monsters. 

Kenshiro is now faced with dealing with how he will make it to the smoke in the distance. Does he take his chances with these member of the 'Confluence Corp.' or does he strike out back on the road and try to make it to whatever lays beyond the trees. 

Oh, and his loyal shadow wolf is here to support him every step on the way.

In this moody, rain-soaked chapter, we’re dropped into the shadows of Bethaven alongside Vahl.
He’s been watching, waiting, calculating—every detail meticulously timed for a meeting that must unfold on his terms. What begins as silent observation slowly escalates into a high-stakes encounter, where power dynamics, timing, and patience are everything. This episode is a slow burn, rich with atmospheric detail and tension. It explores themes of performance, control, and the subtle games people play to protect their truths—or exploit them.

In this bonus breakdown, we’re diving deep into the guts of the game system that drives Nowhere—and Kenshiro’s survival. From the mechanics of Skill Eater to the mysterious sacred aspects and the cost of becoming Untethered, this is your cheat sheet to how the world works.

Also, I had my baby. So there is that.

Kenshiro’s journey through Nowhere takes another sharp turn as he finds himself at the wrong end of a drüven arrow in this tense, character-driven chapter. Surrounded by a trio of mysterious and potentially hostile strangers in the deep woods, Kenshiro must rely on his wits, his system powers, and sheer resolve to survive a standoff. We’re introduced to Fel’Tal Leftra, a towering orc Brawler, and Myrtle, a sharp-tongued guide with more than a little sass, and Ingot, the Druven Huntress/Dervish.

Tara has been healed. More than that, she has entered Hevin, the home of the godlings. 

No longer burned or stuck in the inky black void, Tara is thrust into the Spirit world of Hevin where Godlings and Celestines abound. They claim she is one of them. The question is, What do they want from her?

On top of that Tama, the child of the greater god Yoki, the being who taught Tara how to create blessings seems to want something...

Kenshiro is no alone in Nowhere. 

Tired, hungry, injured, and running on fumes Kenshiro finally meets the first people in this new world. Just maybe not theway he thought he would. 

After fighting off the Adze, and moving through the forest, Kenshiro is in for a major surprise. One that will change his trejectory forever.

Kenshiro takes his first steps beyond the temple, traveling through the dense wilderness with Sombra at his side. The forest is dangerous, alive with the sounds of unseen predators and the tension of being watched. As he moves toward the smoke in the distance, he’s forced into his first real confrontation on the road — testing both his abilities and his resolve.

The Devour skill proves useful, but not without its cost. Every fight chips away at his humanity, and every step forward deepens his commitment to surviving this brutal world. 

Prepare for action, exploration, and confu

Vahl is free, a devil who has broken free from the infernal hierarchy. Now unshackled, he's plotting in the shadows of Bethaven, hunting for a ritualist to help keep his freedom hidden.

Meanwhile, Kenshiro prepares to leave the safety of the temple, gathering supplies and reflecting on his connection to Tara. Both men stand at the brink of new journeys—one into the wild, the other into deeper schemes.

The plot thickens, and the world of Nowhere begins to expand.

Kenshiro is not alone. 

Kenshiro, explores his new powers, namely his ability to summon his new familiar, taken from the Cultist Dru'ven, Ingtur Kendra. 

Hopefully the exploration of his powers will give him enough respite before he must leave. Kenshiro cannot stay in the mountain temple forever. He is without food, and knows nothing about the world, plus, something is moving in the distance. If Kenshiro wants any chance to find hs wife, he is going to have to leave.

Ken has made a deal with the devil, literally. 

While he didn't quite barter for his soul, Kenshiro is left, bruised, beatn, and above all-- Tired. Kenshiro finally gets a chance to sit down and stop his reeling mind. Yet, with everything going on, the Temple itself has begun to change. 

The questions, of what, where, and who he even is anymore itch the back of his troubled mind. 

If you were Ken, what would you do?

Kenshiro barely has time to breathe after his encounter with Vahl before the weight of his decision crashes down on him.

The devil’s gift—Obsequity—grants him authority over lesser devils, but the strings attached may be invisible for now. As he grapples with the implications of his new power, Kenshiro digs deeper into the system that governs this world. His quest log offers more than just a list of tasks; it’s a cryptic map of his fate, with messages from Tara that hint at something far bigger than he ever imagined. Between the unsettling control he now w...

In this gripping episode, Kenshiro finds himself face-to-face with a devil named Vahl. With no clear way forward and Tara’s fate still uncertain, Kenshiro is forced to negotiate with the infernal being for control of the temple. But making deals with devils is never simple, and Vahl’s interest in Kenshiro goes far beyond a mere exchange. As tensions rise, Kenshiro must navigate the fine line between survival and servitude.

Power isn’t given—it’s taken. As Kenshiro comes to grips with his abilities, others in this world are making their own moves. In the shadows, schemes unfold, and deals are struck. While Ken fights to survive, a devil with ambition sets his sights on a throne, spinning a web of promises and betrayals. But in a world where power is everything, who holds the real advantage—the ones making deals or the ones being played? 

👑 In This Episode:A devil’s gambit—Vahl’s plan begins to take shape.Kenshiro’s growth and the cost of his evolving abiliti...

Every power has a price, and learning the limits of his abilities might cost more than he expects. As he experiments with his skills, the reality of his transformation starts to sink in. Is he still the same person he was before, or is he becoming something else entirely? Join us as we break down the intense moments of Skill Eater – Chapter 8 and explore what it truly means to survive in a world where every choice matters.

🎧 In This Episode:
Kenshiro unlocks a new skill—at a cost.The mechanics and consequences of Devour.How far can Ken pus...

Trapped, unarmed, and out of options, he faces off against a seemingly indestructible ooze that devours everything in its path. Every weapon? Gone. Every plan? Crumbling. With his back against the wall—literally—Ken’s only hope lies in quick thinking, dumb luck, and… breath mints?In this episode, desperation leads to an unexpected victory, unlocking a deeper understanding of the strange system governing his new reality. What does it mean to be a Skill Eater? And just how far will he go to survive? Tune in as Ken stumbles his way through death traps, skill slots, and a growing awarenes...

Kenshiro thought he had a moment to breathe. He was wrong.

Deep within the ruined temple, something lurks—a slithering, mindless hunger that devours everything it touches. Armed with nothing but his wits and sheer desperation, Kenshiro faces off against an acidic ooze that dissolves weapons, flesh, and hope alike. Every move is a gamble, every second a fight against being consumed.As his strength fades and escape seems impossible, Kenshiro must think fast or die slow.

Can he outwit a creature that knows only hunger? Or will he be just another piece of filth swallowed wh...

Kenshiro’s fight for survival takes a brutal turn as he faces off against the monstrous cultists lurking in the temple’s depths. With nothing but desperation and raw instinct, he pushes his newfound abilities to their limits. But when he unlocks the terrifying truth behind his Skill Eater power, the line between man and monster begins to blur.

As the bodies pile up, the system—Tara’s voice—whispers in his mind, guiding him forward. But is she truly helping him, or is he playing into something far more dangerous?Will Kenshiro be able to control the hunger for...

Kenshiro's journey takes a dramatic turn as he encounters an unexpected system interface that promises answers and new powers—but at a cost. What begins as confusion quickly transforms into resolve as he faces challenges that force him to adapt to this dangerous new world. A cryptic tutorial unfolds, introducing a unique set of abilities that could redefine his future, all tied to a mysterious entity bearing a familiar name.
 
Meanwhile, Tara works behind the scenes, weaving a system to guide Kenshiro while wrestling with the risks of her own investments. With stakes higher than ever, the couple’s con...

We dive deeper into the mystical connection between Tara and Kenshiro as they adapt to the challenges of their new reality. Stranded in unfamiliar territory, Tara discovers a new ally with unexpected insight into her evolving powers.

Together, they explore the potential of blessings and the role they might play in shaping the path ahead. Meanwhile, Kenshiro begins to unlock abilities that could be the key to his survival, revealing glimpses of the intricate system governing this strange world. With risks mounting and questions multiplying, Tara and Kenshiro must find ways to strengthen their bond while preparing for...

Tara and Kenshiro navigate a surreal and perilous reality where unseen forces test their strength and bond. Tara, gifted with an otherworldly awareness, confronts a torrent of information about the energies and forces at play, unraveling the hidden aspects of Kenshiro’s existence. As she observes his battle against fiery imps, Tara discovers unsettling truths about the toll these encounters have taken on Kenshiro’s very soul. Her determination to protect him is unwavering, even as a lurking, more sinister threat begins to emerge.
 
Meanwhile, Kenshiro faces down his own challenges in a gritty, close-quarters fight. Drawing upon his p...

Tara embarks on a journey unlike anything she’s ever known. Thrust into a realm of mystery and light, she faces profound transformations and challenges that test her very essence. Along the way, she encounters unexpected connections and an overwhelming force that threatens everything she holds dear.
 
As Tara navigates the unknown, her resilience and determination shine through, revealing the depth of her strength and the power of the bonds that sustain her. With vivid imagery and gripping tension, this episode explores themes of love, courage, and the vast unknowns of existence.
Join us as we unravel thi...

Tara and Kenshiro Perez set out on a tranquil train journey through the Japanese countryside, hoping to leave the scars of the past behind. For Tara, it’s a chance to move beyond the fire that left her body and soul deeply marked. Despite the peaceful scenery, the lingering discomfort of her recovery and the weight of their shared struggles hover in the air. Kenshiro, ever the steady presence, tries to lighten her load, his quiet strength a constant comfort.
 
But as the train speeds along, subtle signs of unease begin to creep in. What begins as a min...

Skill Eater – A Dark Fantasy LitRPG Podcast New Episodes Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday When Kenshiro and his wife Tara were caught in a catastrophic train crash, they didn’t die—they were taken.

Ripped from their world and thrown into a brutal new reality, Kenshiro awakens in a ruined temple, alone and hunted. The only thing keeping him alive? A power unlike any other—the ability to consume the skills of his enemies and make them his own. But every power comes at a price, and the system governing this world is far from impartial. It whispers in his m...