Arihito is another overworked office employee whose ordinary life comes to an abrupt end after a fatal accident.
However, instead of the afterlife, he awakens in a mysterious hall where countless people wait in line to receive an Explorer License before being transported to the fantasy realm known as Labyrinth Country.
At one moment, he is relieved not to have to work for his talented and young boss. But suddenly, she appears in front of him and seems to wonder if he will follow her footsteps.
Arihito prefers to avoid the conversation, and once he learns more of this world, he decides to select the unusual “Rearguard” class, a profession no one seems to fully understand.
Arihito begins his new life as a novice explorer and rather than fighting on the front lines, his role focuses on supporting allies through powerful buffs and tactical abilities, making him an invaluable asset despite lacking the flashy skills of traditional warriors.
Before entering his first dungeon, Arihito is able to seek for help and ends up paired with Theresia, a capable female lizardman mercenary who agrees to guide him through the dangerous “Dawn Fields.”
Although inexperienced in this world, Arihito quickly learns the basics of exploration, monster encounters, and party coordination.
And as the pair ventures deeper into the labyrinth, he discovers that the Rearguard class possesses remarkably versatile support skills capable of strengthening allies while turning the tide of battle.
His abilities surprise even Theresia, hinting that his seemingly modest class may be far more powerful than anyone expected.
(世界最強の後衛 ~迷宮国の新人探索者~)
