In the known galaxy, power is measured not by titles or wealth, but by evolutionary level.
Below are the officially recognized stages before true law-level existence.
Level 0 — Ordinary Lifeform
The baseline state of all races.
No awakened genes
Cannot sense Sanctuary energy
Dependent on technology or numbers
Completely excluded from Sanctuaries
Most civilians remain at this level for life.
Level 1 — Gene Awakening
The first step beyond mortality.
Dormant genes activated
Physical abilities enhanced
Minor traits begin to manifest
High risk of mutation or death
Only those who survive this stage are considered potential hunters.
Level 2 — Enhanced Evolution
A stabilized awakened state.
Multiple gene traits reinforced
Strong combat capability
Can survive extreme environments
Peak of normal civilization power
This is the highest level most soldiers and elites ever reach.
First Sanctuary Levels
Only lifeforms capable of enduring dimensional pressure may enter Sanctuaries.
Level 3 — Sanctuary Lifeform
The threshold of true evolution.
Body adapted to Sanctuary pressure
Capable of hunting Sanctuary beasts
Failure results in instant death
Survival depends on instinct and control
This level separates the weak from the living.
Level 4 — Sanctuary Elite
A perfected Sanctuary body.
Highly stable gene structure
Can dominate lower Sanctuary zones
Recognized as elite hunters
Considered powerful figures in society
Most Sanctuary participants die before reaching this stage.
Second Sanctuary Levels
Level 5 — Gene Fusion Entity
The beginning of transcendence.
Multiple high-grade genes fused
Body surpasses original species limits
Power increases exponentially
Risk of collapse without precise control
This level marks the end of "pure humanity."
Level 6 — Sanctuary Overlord
Rulers among evolved beings.
Dominates entire Sanctuary regions
Can tear voids for interstellar travel
Treated as legends by lower levels
Power sufficient to influence civilizations
Above this point, evolution is no longer merely physical.