That's not particularily true. There are in-universe physical-boost implants, as well as things like "Full VR" training courses, so it would be possible to catch up with someone with years of experience in a few months (year and something if you need to get fresh implants). The reason for hero...
Considering how it all started, the guy is probably kept in some sort of illusion by that succubus, getting drained. Dude will probably die pretty quick lol
See, I really hope we get some progress in next chapter. But considering all the tropes towards this point, there will be none. Because nothing ever happens
Raw site has (according to translating app) the next chapter date set as „undecided” which makes me think more towards hiatus than actual axe. At least I really hope it’s not a axe, though chapter ten felt really rushed.