Warning: The following section contains spoilers for the Raw release of Chapter 45.
In the latest installment, the tension that has been building since the previous arc finally comes to a head. Chapter 45 focuses heavily on the aftermath of the recent dungeon expansion. We see the protagonist navigating the bureaucratic nightmare that has ensnared the adventurer's guild, highlighting the series' signature blend of office politics and high fantasy.
Visually, the raw scans showcase some of the artist's best work yet, particularly in the environmental storytelling of the lower levels. The chapter ends on a significant cliffhanger—a sudden shift in the dungeon's energy signals the arrival of a new threat, leaving readers desperate for the next release. Warning: The following section contains spoilers for the
Key Moments:
✅ Strong logical problem-solving (no random power-ups)
✅ Miyoshi’s analysis panels feel authentic to data scientists
✅ The sealed gate adds genuine mystery – not just another boss fight ✅ Strong logical problem-solving (no random power-ups) ✅
Based on the raw’s ending and typical series patterns:
Note: Raw Chapter 46 is not yet fully scanlated at the time of this review, but Korean and Japanese raws show the first 5 pages focus on supply preparation and a short flashback to dungeon origin research. Note: Raw Chapter 46 is not yet fully
As of this writing, scanlation groups are typically 2–3 chapters behind the raws. Chapter 45 raws are out, but English fan translations may take 1–2 weeks. Official English releases (if available via Seven Seas or similar) lag further behind but offer higher quality.
Chapter 45 continues the “Abyss” exploration arc. After their near-death experience in the previous chapters, Yoshimura and Miyoshi analyze new monster behavior patterns. The chapter is dialogue-heavy but tense, focusing on:
