Chapter 236
Grid and the Overgeared members returned.
It took four days, which was twice as long as the planned schedule. Rabbit came out and met them.
"I was worried since you were late."
Vantner grumbled, “As part of training, we defeated all of the monsters on the way and back from the destination."
Grid received the grumbles and laughed. “We've become a lot stronger thanks to that."
It was true.
During the past four days, they constantly hunted as well as raided the doppelganger. Therefore, the Overgeared members made tremendous progress. It wasn't just increasing their levels and items. Their control and ability to cooperate with each other had increased dramatically. It was thanks to Piaro's teachings, who was an expert in tactics as well as swordsmanship.
Rabbit spoke bitterly, “Please stick to the schedule in the future. There will be a big loss if the schedule is out of order."
Grid listened to him. He and the Overgeared members all had important positions in Reidan. It was too much to delay them with him. Grid carved that advice into himself.
"I will be careful."
'He has become more mature.'
Rabbit smiled as he perceived the new changes in Grid.“Anyway, I'm glad that you're fine. What was the result?"
Did a mine really exist in Alzar Mountain?
If there was a mine, was it really a yellow mithril mine? Rabbit was full of expectations, and Grid didn't disappoint him.
“The mine was secured. As you guessed, it's a yellow mithril mine."
"Ohh…!"
Yellow mithril had appeared in the history of alchemy hundreds of years ago. None of the present day people had witnessed yellow mithril. Now Reidan obtained a monopoly on yellow mithril. It was a feat that even the empire, which occupied more than half of the territory on the continent, had failed at.
The resulting ripple effect would be huge.
“You did a great job. Reidan's future has been obtained."
It wasn't an exaggeration. Reidan would be able to establish a unique position with alchemy. It was expected that there would be an explosive synergy with alchemy and the legendary blacksmith.
As a result, Reidan would become the Talima of the human world.
"Let's go to the meeting room. We need to discuss mine development and the alchemy investment funds.” Rabbit said excitedly, but Grid shook his head.
"I'm okay. Discuss it with the Overgeared members and proceed on your own."
“I understand."
Rabbit already knew that Grid was deliberately avoiding his duties as a lord and didn't panic. He just felt relief for being trusted, and a burning motivation.
'I will do my best to make both of us rich.'
The decisive Rabbit moved to the meeting room with the Overgeared members. A small woman was left alone with Grid. A female with twin tailed blonde hair, it was Euphemina.
“You seem to have completed all the work well. Congratulations."
Euphemina was tired. It was natural, since she had been working without a break since returning from Frontier with Rabbit.
"Why did you call me? Do you have something else for me to do?"
There were sharp points in Euphemina's words. It seemed that she wanted to hit him.
Then Grid spoke some surprising words.
"Rest for the moment."
"…Huh?"
Euphemina's eyes widened. She was confused by Grid's unexpected words.
“I know that you've been working harder than anyone else over the past few months. Haven't you gone through a lot since joining the guild? Take some time to recharge and get a good night's sleep. You can also raise your level, which you have been postponing."
“Is it okay?"
Reidan was short-handed compared to the size of the city. In such a situation, it would be a big blow if an elite like Euphemina was to leave. Grid laughed at her hesitance.
"Yes, Reidan is quite stable thanks to your work. The experts in each field have been trained, so don't worry too much."
"Grid…"
Euphemina was moved.
In retrospect, this was the first time Grid had been so kind to her. He was always chilly and awkward, so this attitude change felt like a reward for her hard work. But that good atmosphere didn't last for long.
“I recommend the Siren Kingdom as the hunting ground. While you are there, you should get some of the Water Clan King's tears."
“…"
It was the moment when Grid's intentions were revealed. Euphemina's expression cooled.
“You want me to go to the Siren Kingdom and get the tears of the water clan king?"
The effect of the Water Clan King's Tears was unrivaled. It was a rare material that permanently gave magic to an item. But it was hard to find. Grid once again gave her a mission under the guise of a vacation.
‘How long must I be abused?'
Euphemina sighed. She was treated as a princess everywhere she went, but now she was just a worker? She felt skeptical about whether she really should've joined the Overgeared Guild. Then Grid handed an item to her. It wasn't a robe or a cloak. It was a hooded zip up that could be seen in modern society.
"What's this?" Euphemina was puzzled by the unfamiliar item and asked Grid.
"A gift."
“What…?"
Euphemina didn't show much of a response. She saw the Hooded Zip Up as just a decorative item. But she was shocked as soon as she confirmed the item information.
"I-Invisibility cloak?"
Around 200 years ago, the legendary tailor Kruger made five invisibility cloaks, two of which still reportedly existed. But no one knew where to obtain them. Invisibility cloaks were a super rare system. Euphemina was thrilled by the gift.
"I will go to the Siren Kingdom!"
Euphemina once again thought it was good that she joined Overgeared. Grid's mood improved as he saw her happiness.
Give and take. The joy of a colleague was his joy. The growth of a colleague was his growth.
Grid honestly thought so.
***
Khan's smithy.
Grid opened the pet inventory and pulled out the 'Doppelganger of the Mysterious Forest.'
Crash.
The liquid was reminiscent of molten metal and stretched over the floor without much effort. Grid pulled out his hammer.
'Repair it.'
In Wendy's diary, Pagma had repaired the doppelganger. On the basis of that, Pagma's Descendant should also be able to repair the doppelganger. Grid didn't doubt it. Then he started to repair the doppelganger with the Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill Lv. 3.
Ttang! Ttang!
It wasn't easy to repair the doppelganger. He didn't know the repair method because he had no understanding of the structure of the body. He had no choice but to study it. Grid believed in himself. To be precise, he believed in the Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill. He was sure the skill would lead him correctly.
Then one hour later. Grid finally determined the core and hammered quickly.
[Your dexterity has risen by 5.]
[Your persistence has risen by 3.]
[The Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill has reached level 4.]
[The Doppelganger of the Mysterious Forest has been restored!]
The welcome notification windows popped up as the doppelganger started to move. Now it had a slime like appearance. Grid confirmed the information window.
Name: Not Set
Species: Doppelganger
Level: 1 (0/200)
Affinity: 0/100
Health: 1,200/1,200
Physical Attack Power: 15 Magic Attack Power: 2
Defense: 30 Magic Resistance: 6
Attributes: Nothing
Status: Confusion
(Who am I…?)
* A doppelganger that existed for over 150 years in the Mysterious Forest. It has accumulated wisdom through human relations and has a lot of combat experience.
Above all, there is the power to copy the appearance and abilities of the legendary blacksmith Pagma, so it isn't comparable to normal doppelgangers.
-Current Skills List-
[Copy Lv. 10 (Mastered)]
Can perfectly copy the appearance of a target with a lower level than it. The stats are only 80% copied. Only some skills (random) will be copied.
It can completely copy the appearance of a target on the same level as it. The stats are only 50% copied. Only some skills (random) will be copied.
Can perfectly copy the appearance of a target with a higher level. The stats are only 20% copied. Only a small number of skills (random) will be copied.
Perfectly copies the owner's appearance. The stats are only 30% copied. Only some skills (selected) will be copied.
[Language Ability Lv. 1]
The language ability is at the level of a five year old child.
[Half Immortality (Passive)]
Somewhere in the doppelganger's body, there is a core of life energy. The doppelganger won't die unless this core is completely destroyed.
‘Wonderful.’
Grid was thrilled. The basic stats of the doppelganger at level one were very low compared to Noe, but the Copy skill was excellent. Grid could use it as a clone that demonstrated 30% of his stats.
'I have to take care to raise its level.'
Grid set a policy to treat the doppelganger differently from Noe. If Noe knew, he would be jealous.
"Wh…o?" The doppelganger was confused. "Who am I…? You… Who?"
Grid kindly explained to the doppelganger who was asking questions. "Your name is Randy. And I am Grid. We are friends."
"Ran…dy. Frie…nds."
Was it a remainder of the lost memories? The doppelganger slowly changed to look like a five or six year old girl. She had orange hair and was very cute. She would be beautiful when she was older.
'This child is Wendy.'
Grid's expression darkened. He felt compassion for Randy and Wendy's unhappy life.
"Randy. Good name. Friend. Good.”
"I'm glad that you like it."
Randy smiled very brightly. Grid couldn't help stroking her hair.
'There might've been a sad ending in your past life, but this life will be different.'
Grid decided. He aimed to give Randy happiness.
"Next…"
He needed to strengthen the Doppelganger's Greatsword and Grid's Boots in turn. Grid took out a large amount of enhancement stones that the Overgeared members had conceded to him.
‘After this preparation, I'll get revenge for Piaro.'
It was the moment when a new legend in the history of the Saharan Empire would soon be recorded.
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Chapter 237
Grid had a lot of experience with items enhancement. Grid had done a lot of enhancement compared to the other users of Satisfy. Grid took advantage of his passive skill that 'increased the probability of enhancement' to enhance the guild members' items.
'There's no trick to enhancement.'
Enhancement wasn't affected by stats such as dexterity. Superstitions such as enhancing at certain times, or repairing the item first before enhancement were useless. The success was purely based on luck. It was a truth he had learned from countless enhancements.
"Umm."
Grid looked at the dozens of enhancement stones in his inventory. He was extremely nervous. He was more nervous than when he went to see his first love, Ahyoung.
'I need either the greatsword or the boots to reach at least +7…'
Would he be successful? Would his hair loss return if he received damage from this? It was a matter of money, so he was bound to be more sensitive. God, Buddha, goddess Rebecca, etc. Grid prayed earnestly to the gods that existed in the game and reality, then started the enhancement with trembling hands.
***
The discussion on the mine development and alchemy investment funding was over. The results were positive because Lauel and Rabbit were in agreement. However, the Overgeared members who left the meeting room weren't happy.
“We're going to suffer over the next few months." Vantner grumbled.
He had a mission to destroy the monsters around the path from Reidan to Alzar Mountain. Wouldn't the monsters just respawn if they were killed? At least 10 giant worm nests needed to be destroyed.
The 17 Overgeared members working with Vantner sighed. But Pon envied them.
‘It's better than me…'
Pon was commanded to identity all the dungeons and boss monsters in the west. It was a mission to investigate which hunting ground would give them the most money. He was in charge, since it was a highly difficult mission.
Regas, who received the mission with him, smiled and spoke. "It's interesting. Let’s take this opportunity to challenge a two person raid." It was Regas' dream to grow stronger through struggling. Pon had to be with this ignorant guy whose brain was made up of muscles. He could see a rocky path in front of him.
Lauel encouraged them.
"Our roles are important while Grid is away. Let's take responsibility by raising our levels and developing the city."
"Grid is going to the Saharan Empire?"
“Yes, he says there is an important quest from Piaro."
"The empire… I hope that Grid doesn't encounter any bumps in the road."
The world was wide and there were a lot of monsters. And most of the monsters were in the empire.
***
The spacious fields of Reidan.
Piaro was standing where wheat had started to grow. Looking at his sweaty appearance, he really was like a farmer. Then Bland and the workers saw a welcome face.
"Duke Grid is coming here."
"…!"
The eyes of all the workers turned to one side at once. It was really the lord.
People cheered.
“Hooray Duke Grid! Hooray Duke Grid!"
The people of Reidan had one mindset. They cheered every time they saw Grid. It wasn't because someone forced them. The people were just absolutely loyal to Grid.
“The enhancement was good."
A blue energy was rising like a haze from Grid's boots. Grid's smile wasn't because Piaro noticed quickly. He was able to strengthen both the Doppelganger's Greatsword and Grid's Boots to +8.
He was lucky. In this event, his knowledge of Pagma's Swordsmanship increased, he got a doppelganger for a pet, and he found a yellow mithril mine. Everything was going well.
Grid wanted to maintain this momentum.
"I think that now is the time to get your revenge. I will head to the empire."
His eyes were determined. Piaro felt a strong trust in Grid.
"I believe you can get the job done."
[A quest has been created.]
[The True Traitor of the Red Knights]
Difficulty Level: SS
Asmophel dared to rendezvous with the empress and was caught by Piaro. Piaro and his men were framed and branded as traitors.
Due to that, he lost his men and had to flee. Now Piaro has no intention of forgiving Asmophel.
However, it is virtually impossible for Piaro to get revenge himself.
Piaro has made you his agent of revenge.
Quest Clear Conditions: Kill Asmophel, the former vice captain of the Red Knights.
Quest Reward: Piaro's affinity will reach the peak.
Quest Failure: Level -6.
[Would you like to accept the quest?]
'It has changed in many ways.'
In the past when Grid was a beginner, the level of difficulty for this quest was S-grade. And the quest rewards were the title of 'Agent of Revenge' and Piaro's sword. Now the difficulty had been raised and the rewards changed.
It was a phenomenon that occurred when his relationship with Piaro improved and Piaro's heart stabilized.
'What will happen if my affinity with Piaro reaches the maximum?'
Was it possible he would teach Grid his sword techniques?
'That won't happen.'
Piaro's swordsmanship belonged to his family. It wouldn't be easy to teach others. Grid thought about it differently.
'Will he become my subordinate?'
Piaro's power was beyond imagination. If Grid could obtain Piaro as a subordinate, it would be like obtaining a group of men. Grid was filled with great expectations and accepted the quest.
“Believe in me."
Piaro saw his confidence and warned him. “I've said it before, but the empire is full of strong people. The process to approach Asmophel was difficult, so be cautious."
"I understand."
Grid answered well, but he wasn't particularly nervous. Piaro spoke again. “Don't trust your techniques. The two sword technique isn't something that can be completely handled with such a short amount of training."
Grid had practiced dual wielding on the way back from the doppelganger raid. Grid nodded. "Don't worry, I know."
Grid replied like this, but his inner intentions were different.
'Right now I'm lacking, but that will change over time.'
His destination was the capital of the empire, Titan. It would take at least 20 days to arrive. If he practiced steadily on the way, he would be able to use the two sword style sufficiently. It was possible because Piaro trained him well in the basics.
***
The empire was the center of the world. It was natural for the empire to be the master of the continent, and it was right for kingdoms outside the empire to obey them. It was a very arrogant and selfish thought.
But no kingdom could condemn them. The power of the Saharan Empire was overwhelming.
“This is the village of the Ul Clan."
The master of the White Wolf Guild, Veradin, was a baron of the empire. He received an order from Earl Zebra to subjugate the immigrants, and he finally found the base of the enemy. It was the accomplishment at the end of a one week journey.
Veradin was cautious. "How many enemies?"
Kiki, a sniper used the Hawk's Eyes skill and reported. "1,050 people. More than half of them are women and young children."
It meant that less than 500 people could fight properly. Veradin was relieved.
"There's no need for tactics. Rush from the front and wipe them out."
Kiki's reaction was unsure. “No matter how I think about it, this isn't something that people should do."
The Ul Clan were ordinary humans rather than monsters. They were a poor clan because they weren't designated as citizens of the empire. It was a pity, because they were once a flourishing nation until they were deprived of their land by the empire. The few remaining people chose to hide in the most remote areas.
Kiki was unwilling to kill them.
Veradin rebuked her. "They're just NPCs. Don't be shaken by unnecessary sentiments."
If they killed the Ul Clan, their contribution to the empire would increase by 12 per person. Veradin wanted to build a foundation to become a viscount by performing this quest perfectly.
Kiki sighed.
"Sigh… I wish a golem army would arrive."
This was the story about the golem invasion that took place in the Eternal Kingdom several months ago. Naturally, Grid's name emerged.
"That Grid brat was really lucky."
“That’s right. He happened to become a duke in one shot by killing the golem army that invaded the kingdom by chance.”
"Ah! I'm envious! If we belonged to the Eternal Kingdom, we would've been able to defeat the golems and occupied a duke's seat!"
As the guild members started talking about unnecessary things, Veradin scolded them.
“Focus on the mission."
“Yes!”
The guild members restored their posture. Unlike Kiki, they didn't show any resistance to hunting the Ul Clan. Weren't NPCs just a lump of graphics and artificial intelligence? They resembled people, but weren't actually people.
It was easy to kill them. It was nothing. Veradin confirmed that the guild members were emanating a fighting spirit and ordered.
"Trample them."
“Waaaaahhhhh!”
Except for Kiki, 24 guild members went down the mountain together.
It was a tremendous speed. They didn't slow down despite the rugged rocks. The Ul Clan discovered them along the way and fired arrows and magic from the watchtower. However, it was useless. They avoided or defended against all attacks and quickly reached the goal.
“Get lost!"
“Thanks for the contribution~"
"Kuaack!"
It was an unbelievable situation where only 24 people wiped out 1,000 people. The small village soon turned into a hell. It was a one-sided massacre.
“P-Please, my only daughter…"
“Just die quietly."
People begged, but the White Wolf guild members had no mercy. The women, children, and elderly were murdered. But the cruel killing didn't last long.
"I'm not the boy detective, so why do incidents happen everywhere I go? Well, I got a quest and it isn't too bad…"
The White Wolf members were confused. It was because a user, not an NPC, emerged from one corner of the village.
'Who is that person?'
He was wearing a broad-brimmed hat so his appearance and ID couldn't be determined. The White Wolf members asked the man.
"Who are you?"
“Me?” The man held a jade greatsword in his hand and replied, "This time I am the Apostle of Justice."
Puok!
"What?!"
Veradin's eyes widened. The same man appeared behind Veradin's ally and stabbed him?
"A clone…!"
It wasn't a normal clone. It was the first time he saw a clone that could exert such power.
'A high level user!'
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Chapter 238
Most clones were illusions. They were merely a gimmick that couldn't exert substantial force. However, the unidentified man's clone dealt a real blow. The guild member Elvo screamed as he was hit.
The White Wolf guild members became frightened.
'I heard that a third advancement assassin can have a perfect clone.'
'What? Then this man is an assassin over level 300?'
'Is that Faker…?'
Faker was the number one assassin and 14th ranked monster on the unified rankings. It was rare for him to reveal himself in public, but there were many rumors. It was said that the number of users assassinated was over 10,000, and rankers were always attacked by him.
There was a rumor that even the first ranked Kraugel suffered a level decrease after being assassinated by Faker. Of course, they were lies. Faker wasn't a player killer. He was like Regas and liked personal training.
But rumors were always distorted and exaggerated. The White Wolf Guild misunderstood Faker as a murderer. Was the man in front of them really Faker?
'We are inferior.'
'Today is my day to die!'
The White Wolf members started to shake. They gulped and shivered. Veradin spoke a few words to calm them down. “Assassins don't use a greatsword. In addition, they are covert. If he was Faker, we would already be dead."
"Ah…!"
They were confused and overlooked the obvious facts. The guild members regained their calm as Veradin explained.
“That person is likely to have a hidden class."
It was a reasonable guess. Hidden classes existed in Satisfy. It wasn't strange if there was a hidden class specialized in clones. The guild members were relieved.
“Phew… I’m glad. I don't want to go against Faker."
"Dealing with a hidden class is easier than dealing with a third advancement ranker."
“Those people are too scary."
It showed how much the dignity of hidden classes had been lost since the third advancement classes. Veradin was alarmed at the guild members' relaxation and warned them.
“It's still difficult to gauge the opponent's ability. Don't act hastily and step back."
Th White Wolf members had strong loyalty. They stepped back without a fuss as soon as Veradin commanded them.
Step step.
The unidentified man walked through the streets.
"You aren't fighting back? Are you scared?"
As a guild master, Veradin was always cautious. He didn't fall for the taunts. He closely watched the man and the clone as he asked. “What is your relationship with the Ul Clan? Why are you helping them?"
The answer was concise. "I got a quest."
That person was Grid. During his journey, he accidentally visited the Ul Clan's village and got a quest when the village was attacked by the enemy. He couldn't help wondering if he was cursed to get involved in incidents wherever he went.
[Ul Clan's Rescue]
Difficulty: A
The Ul Clan have been deprived of their kingdom by the Saharan Empire, and the survivors are hiding in remote areas. However, they couldn't escape from the empire's surveillance and an invasion is once again occurring.
Free them from the clutches of the empire.
Then you will be their sun.
Quest Clear Conditions: Repel the invaders.
Quest Reward: Your affinity with the Ul Clan will reach the maximum.
Quest Failure: The Ul Clan will perish.
Four days ago.
Prior to leaving Reidan, Grid had studied the empire and found that it carried out a policy of genocide. Minorities who didn't serve the emperor were slaughtered in various parts of the empire. Indeed, it was a brutal oppression. If they wanted to try and oppose it?
It was futile. Grid hadn't accepted the Ul Clan's quest for a noble reason. He just coveted the reward.
'If they don't have a place to go to and their affinity is at the maximum…’
Couldn't he accept them as his people? The Ul Clan's quest was a chance to increase the population of Reidan. It would be ideal if he could bring all the persecuted minorities in the empire to Reidan. Grid was starting to think and act in the manner of a lord. Lauel would be impressed if he knew.
“You have two choices.”
Grid's eyes shone with killing intent. He was inwardly furious after witnessing the brutality of the White Wolf Guild. Grid had high respect for NPCs due to the influence of Khan and Irene.
"You can die easily, or you can get beaten up first before you die. Choose."
“Crazy bastard!"
The White Wolf members were furious. What was this damn arrogant guy saying?
"Veradin! How long are you going to let that brat's mouth run wild? We should attack him right now! Anyway, he's alone!"
Elvo was particularly furious. He was surprise attacked by the clone and suffered damage. Veradin checked Elvo's health gauge.
'Well, it isn't bad.'
Elvo was a berserker, so his defense was very low. However, he only lost one-fifth of his health after the surprise attack.
'The clone isn't very strong.'
The unknown man's clone was much weaker than he was. This evidence clearly showed that it wasn't very strong. 'Maybe he can produce a lot of clones. But it's easy to deal with clones at this level.'
Veradin made a judgment call and ordered the guild members.
"We won't be able to avoid this fight. Do it."
"Okay!"
Elvo was in the lead. At level 179, he was the lowest among the White Wolf members, but he liked being in the vanguard. He was very courageous and not afraid of others.
"I'll kill you!"
Elvo was full of killing intent. He wanted to deal a nasty blow to the clone.
“Dash!”
Teong!
A distance of 3m was narrowed in an instant. Elvo smiled with satisfaction at his own dashing ability. Then he used the 'Madness Vortex' skill. This was the manifestation of five powerful blows that could even cause great damage to an ogre.
However, it met the wrong opponent.
[The target has resisted the damage.]
“Eh?"
It wasn't defense but resistance. The skill apparently hit. Then what the hell was the resistance to damage? Grid stared at the stunned Elvo.
“You want me to die?"
"Heok?"
The prideful Elvo was now like a terrified rodent. It was because of the dignity stat, which had a low chance of making the enemy yield. Grid had over 1,500 dignity, so it was hard for low or medium ranked users to endure his greatness.
[You have become lost in front of an immeasurable existence. Your head involuntarily bows. Your body is shaky and head begins to move.]
'W-What…!'
He was stunned just because he met the person's gaze? Was this guy a medusa boss? Elvo couldn't believe the situation right now. It was a dream. The other guild members didn’t know the situation and were rushing around, like moths to a flame.
"Magic Transmission!"
“Atra's Poison!"
"Fire Spear!"
"Lower Cut!"
“This is a kick! Abyooo~!"
All types of CC, physical attacks and magic attacks were used. 20 enemies used skills at the same time, so Grid seemed to be in danger. The silent clone came out. It was the doppelganger Randy.
"Revolve."
Kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa!
The counterattack skill was activated at the perfect timing. The White Wolf members were attacked by their own skills.
“Kuaaaak!”
"What is this absurd thing?"
The White Wolf Guild members were agitated. What was with this clone's skill? Furthermore, it was a counterattack skill that even a person found difficult to use? The one who was most surprised was Veradin.
'He didn't show his skills in the first surprise attack!'
He realized it right away. Randy had 30% of Grid's current combat power. To be honest, he was equivalent to level 200. If he wanted, he couldn't cut the guild member in half with the first attack.
But Randy refrained. He deliberately pretended to be weak to make the enemies less vigilant. This was Randy's instinctive judgment, not Grid's orders. He lost his memories of the past, but the battle experience accumulated for more than 100 years was firmly engraved in him.
Grid admired Randy's strategy.
"Look at those facial expressions. I was surprised as well. Isn't my friend really great?"
'Friend?'
Wasn't it a clone? Then what was it? The White Wolf members fell into the black hole of confusion.
Puok!
Then the jade greatsword penetrated Elvo's chest.
[You have been hit by a lethal blow!]
[The enemy has attacked five times using an unknown ability.]
[You have suffered 103,900 damage.]
'Over 100,000? Not 10,000, but 100,000? I don't even have 20,000 health!'
Elvo's vision turned grey.
'Is this a dream?'
[Your party member Elvo has died.]
Silence filled the area. A monster beyond imagination had appeared in front of the White Wolf members.
But Veradin kept calm. He was part of the 10 Rookies along with Lauel and Ibellin, and he was now level 281. He didn't feel frustrated when meeting a strong opponent. Moreover, he had a hidden card. There was a sniper who remained in the mountain.
–Now.
Veradin whispered and gave the signal. There was a small flash from the low mountain 300m in the rear, then an arrow came flying.
Peeeeeong!
Kiki was also part of the 10 Rookies. The White Wolf Guild's number two person. Her sniper skill was comparable to Jishuka, the expert archer. She precisely fired an arrow at Grid's head. Veradin had no doubt that the person would experience great damage or confusion, and took out his staff. He was trying to raise the corpses of the Ul and Elvo with magic when he suddenly froze.
"T-This…?"
Cries of shock burst out everywhere. They saw it. The famous golden blades.
"I am surprised."
The man's voice was heard from behind the golden blades that protected their master from the arrow. The voice was filled with a powerful anger that could stop the heart of the person who heard it.
Sururuk.
Was it due to the shock wave caused by the arrow and blades colliding? The hat the man was wearing fell off. The ID that most people in the world knew was exposed.
"Grid…!"
The first legendary class, three gold medal holder in the National Competition, the hero of the golem invasion, the first user to become a duke, GOD, etc. He had countless nicknames attached to him.
Then he pulled out the blue greatsword that he used to defeat Hurent in five seconds. The people present felt frightened at Grid holding two huge swords in each of his hands.
“Don't use surprise attacks!"
'You did it first!'
The White Wolf members wanted to cry out. But they couldn't grumble. Grid's eyes fixed to the top of the mountain 300m away.
"You first of all. Transcended Link."
Kwa kwa kwa kwang!
Blue-white and jade energy blades emerged at the same time. It was the moment when one small mountain permanently vanished from the map of the Saharan Empire.
[Your party member Kiki has died.]
“…I would've rather met Faker."
The White Wolf members complained. Veradin couldn't keep his composure anymore. This was the worst catastrophe since the guild's launch. The result was a complete annihilation.
***
"Huh? The size of the desert is less than it was a year ago?”
A black-haired man dressed in white stepped foot in the western part of the Eternal Kingdom.
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Chapter 236
Grid and the Overgeared members returned.
It took four days, which was twice as long as the planned schedule. Rabbit came out and met them.
"I was worried since you were late."
Vantner grumbled, “As part of training, we defeated all of the monsters on the way and back from the destination."
Grid received the grumbles and laughed. “We've become a lot stronger thanks to that."
It was true.
During the past four days, they constantly hunted as well as raided the doppelganger. Therefore, the Overgeared members made tremendous progress. It wasn't just increasing their levels and items. Their control and ability to cooperate with each other had increased dramatically. It was thanks to Piaro's teachings, who was an expert in tactics as well as swordsmanship.
Rabbit spoke bitterly, “Please stick to the schedule in the future. There will be a big loss if the schedule is out of order."
Grid listened to him. He and the Overgeared members all had important positions in Reidan. It was too much to delay them with him. Grid carved that advice into himself.
"I will be careful."
'He has become more mature.'
Rabbit smiled as he perceived the new changes in Grid.“Anyway, I'm glad that you're fine. What was the result?"
Did a mine really exist in Alzar Mountain?
If there was a mine, was it really a yellow mithril mine? Rabbit was full of expectations, and Grid didn't disappoint him.
“The mine was secured. As you guessed, it's a yellow mithril mine."
"Ohh…!"
Yellow mithril had appeared in the history of alchemy hundreds of years ago. None of the present day people had witnessed yellow mithril. Now Reidan obtained a monopoly on yellow mithril. It was a feat that even the empire, which occupied more than half of the territory on the continent, had failed at.
The resulting ripple effect would be huge.
“You did a great job. Reidan's future has been obtained."
It wasn't an exaggeration. Reidan would be able to establish a unique position with alchemy. It was expected that there would be an explosive synergy with alchemy and the legendary blacksmith.
As a result, Reidan would become the Talima of the human world.
"Let's go to the meeting room. We need to discuss mine development and the alchemy investment funds.” Rabbit said excitedly, but Grid shook his head.
"I'm okay. Discuss it with the Overgeared members and proceed on your own."
“I understand."
Rabbit already knew that Grid was deliberately avoiding his duties as a lord and didn't panic. He just felt relief for being trusted, and a burning motivation.
'I will do my best to make both of us rich.'
The decisive Rabbit moved to the meeting room with the Overgeared members. A small woman was left alone with Grid. A female with twin tailed blonde hair, it was Euphemina.
“You seem to have completed all the work well. Congratulations."
Euphemina was tired. It was natural, since she had been working without a break since returning from Frontier with Rabbit.
"Why did you call me? Do you have something else for me to do?"
There were sharp points in Euphemina's words. It seemed that she wanted to hit him.
Then Grid spoke some surprising words.
"Rest for the moment."
"…Huh?"
Euphemina's eyes widened. She was confused by Grid's unexpected words.
“I know that you've been working harder than anyone else over the past few months. Haven't you gone through a lot since joining the guild? Take some time to recharge and get a good night's sleep. You can also raise your level, which you have been postponing."
“Is it okay?"
Reidan was short-handed compared to the size of the city. In such a situation, it would be a big blow if an elite like Euphemina was to leave. Grid laughed at her hesitance.
"Yes, Reidan is quite stable thanks to your work. The experts in each field have been trained, so don't worry too much."
"Grid…"
Euphemina was moved.
In retrospect, this was the first time Grid had been so kind to her. He was always chilly and awkward, so this attitude change felt like a reward for her hard work. But that good atmosphere didn't last for long.
“I recommend the Siren Kingdom as the hunting ground. While you are there, you should get some of the Water Clan King's tears."
“…"
It was the moment when Grid's intentions were revealed. Euphemina's expression cooled.
“You want me to go to the Siren Kingdom and get the tears of the water clan king?"
The effect of the Water Clan King's Tears was unrivaled. It was a rare material that permanently gave magic to an item. But it was hard to find. Grid once again gave her a mission under the guise of a vacation.
‘How long must I be abused?'
Euphemina sighed. She was treated as a princess everywhere she went, but now she was just a worker? She felt skeptical about whether she really should've joined the Overgeared Guild. Then Grid handed an item to her. It wasn't a robe or a cloak. It was a hooded zip up that could be seen in modern society.
"What's this?" Euphemina was puzzled by the unfamiliar item and asked Grid.
"A gift."
“What…?"
Euphemina didn't show much of a response. She saw the Hooded Zip Up as just a decorative item. But she was shocked as soon as she confirmed the item information.
"I-Invisibility cloak?"
Around 200 years ago, the legendary tailor Kruger made five invisibility cloaks, two of which still reportedly existed. But no one knew where to obtain them. Invisibility cloaks were a super rare system. Euphemina was thrilled by the gift.
"I will go to the Siren Kingdom!"
Euphemina once again thought it was good that she joined Overgeared. Grid's mood improved as he saw her happiness.
Give and take. The joy of a colleague was his joy. The growth of a colleague was his growth.
Grid honestly thought so.
***
Khan's smithy.
Grid opened the pet inventory and pulled out the 'Doppelganger of the Mysterious Forest.'
Crash.
The liquid was reminiscent of molten metal and stretched over the floor without much effort. Grid pulled out his hammer.
'Repair it.'
In Wendy's diary, Pagma had repaired the doppelganger. On the basis of that, Pagma's Descendant should also be able to repair the doppelganger. Grid didn't doubt it. Then he started to repair the doppelganger with the Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill Lv. 3.
Ttang! Ttang!
It wasn't easy to repair the doppelganger. He didn't know the repair method because he had no understanding of the structure of the body. He had no choice but to study it. Grid believed in himself. To be precise, he believed in the Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill. He was sure the skill would lead him correctly.
Then one hour later. Grid finally determined the core and hammered quickly.
[Your dexterity has risen by 5.]
[Your persistence has risen by 3.]
[The Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill has reached level 4.]
[The Doppelganger of the Mysterious Forest has been restored!]
The welcome notification windows popped up as the doppelganger started to move. Now it had a slime like appearance. Grid confirmed the information window.
Name: Not Set
Species: Doppelganger
Level: 1 (0/200)
Affinity: 0/100
Health: 1,200/1,200
Physical Attack Power: 15 Magic Attack Power: 2
Defense: 30 Magic Resistance: 6
Attributes: Nothing
Status: Confusion
(Who am I…?)
* A doppelganger that existed for over 150 years in the Mysterious Forest. It has accumulated wisdom through human relations and has a lot of combat experience.
Above all, there is the power to copy the appearance and abilities of the legendary blacksmith Pagma, so it isn't comparable to normal doppelgangers.
-Current Skills List-
[Copy Lv. 10 (Mastered)]
Can perfectly copy the appearance of a target with a lower level than it. The stats are only 80% copied. Only some skills (random) will be copied.
It can completely copy the appearance of a target on the same level as it. The stats are only 50% copied. Only some skills (random) will be copied.
Can perfectly copy the appearance of a target with a higher level. The stats are only 20% copied. Only a small number of skills (random) will be copied.
Perfectly copies the owner's appearance. The stats are only 30% copied. Only some skills (selected) will be copied.
[Language Ability Lv. 1]
The language ability is at the level of a five year old child.
[Half Immortality (Passive)]
Somewhere in the doppelganger's body, there is a core of life energy. The doppelganger won't die unless this core is completely destroyed.
‘Wonderful.’
Grid was thrilled. The basic stats of the doppelganger at level one were very low compared to Noe, but the Copy skill was excellent. Grid could use it as a clone that demonstrated 30% of his stats.
'I have to take care to raise its level.'
Grid set a policy to treat the doppelganger differently from Noe. If Noe knew, he would be jealous.
"Wh…o?" The doppelganger was confused. "Who am I…? You… Who?"
Grid kindly explained to the doppelganger who was asking questions. "Your name is Randy. And I am Grid. We are friends."
"Ran…dy. Frie…nds."
Was it a remainder of the lost memories? The doppelganger slowly changed to look like a five or six year old girl. She had orange hair and was very cute. She would be beautiful when she was older.
'This child is Wendy.'
Grid's expression darkened. He felt compassion for Randy and Wendy's unhappy life.
"Randy. Good name. Friend. Good.”
"I'm glad that you like it."
Randy smiled very brightly. Grid couldn't help stroking her hair.
'There might've been a sad ending in your past life, but this life will be different.'
Grid decided. He aimed to give Randy happiness.
"Next…"
He needed to strengthen the Doppelganger's Greatsword and Grid's Boots in turn. Grid took out a large amount of enhancement stones that the Overgeared members had conceded to him.
‘After this preparation, I'll get revenge for Piaro.'
It was the moment when a new legend in the history of the Saharan Empire would soon be recorded.
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Chapter 237
Grid had a lot of experience with items enhancement. Grid had done a lot of enhancement compared to the other users of Satisfy. Grid took advantage of his passive skill that 'increased the probability of enhancement' to enhance the guild members' items.
'There's no trick to enhancement.'
Enhancement wasn't affected by stats such as dexterity. Superstitions such as enhancing at certain times, or repairing the item first before enhancement were useless. The success was purely based on luck. It was a truth he had learned from countless enhancements.
"Umm."
Grid looked at the dozens of enhancement stones in his inventory. He was extremely nervous. He was more nervous than when he went to see his first love, Ahyoung.
'I need either the greatsword or the boots to reach at least +7…'
Would he be successful? Would his hair loss return if he received damage from this? It was a matter of money, so he was bound to be more sensitive. God, Buddha, goddess Rebecca, etc. Grid prayed earnestly to the gods that existed in the game and reality, then started the enhancement with trembling hands.
***
The discussion on the mine development and alchemy investment funding was over. The results were positive because Lauel and Rabbit were in agreement. However, the Overgeared members who left the meeting room weren't happy.
“We're going to suffer over the next few months." Vantner grumbled.
He had a mission to destroy the monsters around the path from Reidan to Alzar Mountain. Wouldn't the monsters just respawn if they were killed? At least 10 giant worm nests needed to be destroyed.
The 17 Overgeared members working with Vantner sighed. But Pon envied them.
‘It's better than me…'
Pon was commanded to identity all the dungeons and boss monsters in the west. It was a mission to investigate which hunting ground would give them the most money. He was in charge, since it was a highly difficult mission.
Regas, who received the mission with him, smiled and spoke. "It's interesting. Let’s take this opportunity to challenge a two person raid." It was Regas' dream to grow stronger through struggling. Pon had to be with this ignorant guy whose brain was made up of muscles. He could see a rocky path in front of him.
Lauel encouraged them.
"Our roles are important while Grid is away. Let's take responsibility by raising our levels and developing the city."
"Grid is going to the Saharan Empire?"
“Yes, he says there is an important quest from Piaro."
"The empire… I hope that Grid doesn't encounter any bumps in the road."
The world was wide and there were a lot of monsters. And most of the monsters were in the empire.
***
The spacious fields of Reidan.
Piaro was standing where wheat had started to grow. Looking at his sweaty appearance, he really was like a farmer. Then Bland and the workers saw a welcome face.
"Duke Grid is coming here."
"…!"
The eyes of all the workers turned to one side at once. It was really the lord.
People cheered.
“Hooray Duke Grid! Hooray Duke Grid!"
The people of Reidan had one mindset. They cheered every time they saw Grid. It wasn't because someone forced them. The people were just absolutely loyal to Grid.
“The enhancement was good."
A blue energy was rising like a haze from Grid's boots. Grid's smile wasn't because Piaro noticed quickly. He was able to strengthen both the Doppelganger's Greatsword and Grid's Boots to +8.
He was lucky. In this event, his knowledge of Pagma's Swordsmanship increased, he got a doppelganger for a pet, and he found a yellow mithril mine. Everything was going well.
Grid wanted to maintain this momentum.
"I think that now is the time to get your revenge. I will head to the empire."
His eyes were determined. Piaro felt a strong trust in Grid.
"I believe you can get the job done."
[A quest has been created.]
[The True Traitor of the Red Knights]
Difficulty Level: SS
Asmophel dared to rendezvous with the empress and was caught by Piaro. Piaro and his men were framed and branded as traitors.
Due to that, he lost his men and had to flee. Now Piaro has no intention of forgiving Asmophel.
However, it is virtually impossible for Piaro to get revenge himself.
Piaro has made you his agent of revenge.
Quest Clear Conditions: Kill Asmophel, the former vice captain of the Red Knights.
Quest Reward: Piaro's affinity will reach the peak.
Quest Failure: Level -6.
[Would you like to accept the quest?]
'It has changed in many ways.'
In the past when Grid was a beginner, the level of difficulty for this quest was S-grade. And the quest rewards were the title of 'Agent of Revenge' and Piaro's sword. Now the difficulty had been raised and the rewards changed.
It was a phenomenon that occurred when his relationship with Piaro improved and Piaro's heart stabilized.
'What will happen if my affinity with Piaro reaches the maximum?'
Was it possible he would teach Grid his sword techniques?
'That won't happen.'
Piaro's swordsmanship belonged to his family. It wouldn't be easy to teach others. Grid thought about it differently.
'Will he become my subordinate?'
Piaro's power was beyond imagination. If Grid could obtain Piaro as a subordinate, it would be like obtaining a group of men. Grid was filled with great expectations and accepted the quest.
“Believe in me."
Piaro saw his confidence and warned him. “I've said it before, but the empire is full of strong people. The process to approach Asmophel was difficult, so be cautious."
"I understand."
Grid answered well, but he wasn't particularly nervous. Piaro spoke again. “Don't trust your techniques. The two sword technique isn't something that can be completely handled with such a short amount of training."
Grid had practiced dual wielding on the way back from the doppelganger raid. Grid nodded. "Don't worry, I know."
Grid replied like this, but his inner intentions were different.
'Right now I'm lacking, but that will change over time.'
His destination was the capital of the empire, Titan. It would take at least 20 days to arrive. If he practiced steadily on the way, he would be able to use the two sword style sufficiently. It was possible because Piaro trained him well in the basics.
***
The empire was the center of the world. It was natural for the empire to be the master of the continent, and it was right for kingdoms outside the empire to obey them. It was a very arrogant and selfish thought.
But no kingdom could condemn them. The power of the Saharan Empire was overwhelming.
“This is the village of the Ul Clan."
The master of the White Wolf Guild, Veradin, was a baron of the empire. He received an order from Earl Zebra to subjugate the immigrants, and he finally found the base of the enemy. It was the accomplishment at the end of a one week journey.
Veradin was cautious. "How many enemies?"
Kiki, a sniper used the Hawk's Eyes skill and reported. "1,050 people. More than half of them are women and young children."
It meant that less than 500 people could fight properly. Veradin was relieved.
"There's no need for tactics. Rush from the front and wipe them out."
Kiki's reaction was unsure. “No matter how I think about it, this isn't something that people should do."
The Ul Clan were ordinary humans rather than monsters. They were a poor clan because they weren't designated as citizens of the empire. It was a pity, because they were once a flourishing nation until they were deprived of their land by the empire. The few remaining people chose to hide in the most remote areas.
Kiki was unwilling to kill them.
Veradin rebuked her. "They're just NPCs. Don't be shaken by unnecessary sentiments."
If they killed the Ul Clan, their contribution to the empire would increase by 12 per person. Veradin wanted to build a foundation to become a viscount by performing this quest perfectly.
Kiki sighed.
"Sigh… I wish a golem army would arrive."
This was the story about the golem invasion that took place in the Eternal Kingdom several months ago. Naturally, Grid's name emerged.
"That Grid brat was really lucky."
“That’s right. He happened to become a duke in one shot by killing the golem army that invaded the kingdom by chance.”
"Ah! I'm envious! If we belonged to the Eternal Kingdom, we would've been able to defeat the golems and occupied a duke's seat!"
As the guild members started talking about unnecessary things, Veradin scolded them.
“Focus on the mission."
“Yes!”
The guild members restored their posture. Unlike Kiki, they didn't show any resistance to hunting the Ul Clan. Weren't NPCs just a lump of graphics and artificial intelligence? They resembled people, but weren't actually people.
It was easy to kill them. It was nothing. Veradin confirmed that the guild members were emanating a fighting spirit and ordered.
"Trample them."
“Waaaaahhhhh!”
Except for Kiki, 24 guild members went down the mountain together.
It was a tremendous speed. They didn't slow down despite the rugged rocks. The Ul Clan discovered them along the way and fired arrows and magic from the watchtower. However, it was useless. They avoided or defended against all attacks and quickly reached the goal.
“Get lost!"
“Thanks for the contribution~"
"Kuaack!"
It was an unbelievable situation where only 24 people wiped out 1,000 people. The small village soon turned into a hell. It was a one-sided massacre.
“P-Please, my only daughter…"
“Just die quietly."
People begged, but the White Wolf guild members had no mercy. The women, children, and elderly were murdered. But the cruel killing didn't last long.
"I'm not the boy detective, so why do incidents happen everywhere I go? Well, I got a quest and it isn't too bad…"
The White Wolf members were confused. It was because a user, not an NPC, emerged from one corner of the village.
'Who is that person?'
He was wearing a broad-brimmed hat so his appearance and ID couldn't be determined. The White Wolf members asked the man.
"Who are you?"
“Me?” The man held a jade greatsword in his hand and replied, "This time I am the Apostle of Justice."
Puok!
"What?!"
Veradin's eyes widened. The same man appeared behind Veradin's ally and stabbed him?
"A clone…!"
It wasn't a normal clone. It was the first time he saw a clone that could exert such power.
'A high level user!'
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Chapter 238
Most clones were illusions. They were merely a gimmick that couldn't exert substantial force. However, the unidentified man's clone dealt a real blow. The guild member Elvo screamed as he was hit.
The White Wolf guild members became frightened.
'I heard that a third advancement assassin can have a perfect clone.'
'What? Then this man is an assassin over level 300?'
'Is that Faker…?'
Faker was the number one assassin and 14th ranked monster on the unified rankings. It was rare for him to reveal himself in public, but there were many rumors. It was said that the number of users assassinated was over 10,000, and rankers were always attacked by him.
There was a rumor that even the first ranked Kraugel suffered a level decrease after being assassinated by Faker. Of course, they were lies. Faker wasn't a player killer. He was like Regas and liked personal training.
But rumors were always distorted and exaggerated. The White Wolf Guild misunderstood Faker as a murderer. Was the man in front of them really Faker?
'We are inferior.'
'Today is my day to die!'
The White Wolf members started to shake. They gulped and shivered. Veradin spoke a few words to calm them down. “Assassins don't use a greatsword. In addition, they are covert. If he was Faker, we would already be dead."
"Ah…!"
They were confused and overlooked the obvious facts. The guild members regained their calm as Veradin explained.
“That person is likely to have a hidden class."
It was a reasonable guess. Hidden classes existed in Satisfy. It wasn't strange if there was a hidden class specialized in clones. The guild members were relieved.
“Phew… I’m glad. I don't want to go against Faker."
"Dealing with a hidden class is easier than dealing with a third advancement ranker."
“Those people are too scary."
It showed how much the dignity of hidden classes had been lost since the third advancement classes. Veradin was alarmed at the guild members' relaxation and warned them.
“It's still difficult to gauge the opponent's ability. Don't act hastily and step back."
Th White Wolf members had strong loyalty. They stepped back without a fuss as soon as Veradin commanded them.
Step step.
The unidentified man walked through the streets.
"You aren't fighting back? Are you scared?"
As a guild master, Veradin was always cautious. He didn't fall for the taunts. He closely watched the man and the clone as he asked. “What is your relationship with the Ul Clan? Why are you helping them?"
The answer was concise. "I got a quest."
That person was Grid. During his journey, he accidentally visited the Ul Clan's village and got a quest when the village was attacked by the enemy. He couldn't help wondering if he was cursed to get involved in incidents wherever he went.
[Ul Clan's Rescue]
Difficulty: A
The Ul Clan have been deprived of their kingdom by the Saharan Empire, and the survivors are hiding in remote areas. However, they couldn't escape from the empire's surveillance and an invasion is once again occurring.
Free them from the clutches of the empire.
Then you will be their sun.
Quest Clear Conditions: Repel the invaders.
Quest Reward: Your affinity with the Ul Clan will reach the maximum.
Quest Failure: The Ul Clan will perish.
Four days ago.
Prior to leaving Reidan, Grid had studied the empire and found that it carried out a policy of genocide. Minorities who didn't serve the emperor were slaughtered in various parts of the empire. Indeed, it was a brutal oppression. If they wanted to try and oppose it?
It was futile. Grid hadn't accepted the Ul Clan's quest for a noble reason. He just coveted the reward.
'If they don't have a place to go to and their affinity is at the maximum…’
Couldn't he accept them as his people? The Ul Clan's quest was a chance to increase the population of Reidan. It would be ideal if he could bring all the persecuted minorities in the empire to Reidan. Grid was starting to think and act in the manner of a lord. Lauel would be impressed if he knew.
“You have two choices.”
Grid's eyes shone with killing intent. He was inwardly furious after witnessing the brutality of the White Wolf Guild. Grid had high respect for NPCs due to the influence of Khan and Irene.
"You can die easily, or you can get beaten up first before you die. Choose."
“Crazy bastard!"
The White Wolf members were furious. What was this damn arrogant guy saying?
"Veradin! How long are you going to let that brat's mouth run wild? We should attack him right now! Anyway, he's alone!"
Elvo was particularly furious. He was surprise attacked by the clone and suffered damage. Veradin checked Elvo's health gauge.
'Well, it isn't bad.'
Elvo was a berserker, so his defense was very low. However, he only lost one-fifth of his health after the surprise attack.
'The clone isn't very strong.'
The unknown man's clone was much weaker than he was. This evidence clearly showed that it wasn't very strong. 'Maybe he can produce a lot of clones. But it's easy to deal with clones at this level.'
Veradin made a judgment call and ordered the guild members.
"We won't be able to avoid this fight. Do it."
"Okay!"
Elvo was in the lead. At level 179, he was the lowest among the White Wolf members, but he liked being in the vanguard. He was very courageous and not afraid of others.
"I'll kill you!"
Elvo was full of killing intent. He wanted to deal a nasty blow to the clone.
“Dash!”
Teong!
A distance of 3m was narrowed in an instant. Elvo smiled with satisfaction at his own dashing ability. Then he used the 'Madness Vortex' skill. This was the manifestation of five powerful blows that could even cause great damage to an ogre.
However, it met the wrong opponent.
[The target has resisted the damage.]
“Eh?"
It wasn't defense but resistance. The skill apparently hit. Then what the hell was the resistance to damage? Grid stared at the stunned Elvo.
“You want me to die?"
"Heok?"
The prideful Elvo was now like a terrified rodent. It was because of the dignity stat, which had a low chance of making the enemy yield. Grid had over 1,500 dignity, so it was hard for low or medium ranked users to endure his greatness.
[You have become lost in front of an immeasurable existence. Your head involuntarily bows. Your body is shaky and head begins to move.]
'W-What…!'
He was stunned just because he met the person's gaze? Was this guy a medusa boss? Elvo couldn't believe the situation right now. It was a dream. The other guild members didn’t know the situation and were rushing around, like moths to a flame.
"Magic Transmission!"
“Atra's Poison!"
"Fire Spear!"
"Lower Cut!"
“This is a kick! Abyooo~!"
All types of CC, physical attacks and magic attacks were used. 20 enemies used skills at the same time, so Grid seemed to be in danger. The silent clone came out. It was the doppelganger Randy.
"Revolve."
Kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa!
The counterattack skill was activated at the perfect timing. The White Wolf members were attacked by their own skills.
“Kuaaaak!”
"What is this absurd thing?"
The White Wolf Guild members were agitated. What was with this clone's skill? Furthermore, it was a counterattack skill that even a person found difficult to use? The one who was most surprised was Veradin.
'He didn't show his skills in the first surprise attack!'
He realized it right away. Randy had 30% of Grid's current combat power. To be honest, he was equivalent to level 200. If he wanted, he couldn't cut the guild member in half with the first attack.
But Randy refrained. He deliberately pretended to be weak to make the enemies less vigilant. This was Randy's instinctive judgment, not Grid's orders. He lost his memories of the past, but the battle experience accumulated for more than 100 years was firmly engraved in him.
Grid admired Randy's strategy.
"Look at those facial expressions. I was surprised as well. Isn't my friend really great?"
'Friend?'
Wasn't it a clone? Then what was it? The White Wolf members fell into the black hole of confusion.
Puok!
Then the jade greatsword penetrated Elvo's chest.
[You have been hit by a lethal blow!]
[The enemy has attacked five times using an unknown ability.]
[You have suffered 103,900 damage.]
'Over 100,000? Not 10,000, but 100,000? I don't even have 20,000 health!'
Elvo's vision turned grey.
'Is this a dream?'
[Your party member Elvo has died.]
Silence filled the area. A monster beyond imagination had appeared in front of the White Wolf members.
But Veradin kept calm. He was part of the 10 Rookies along with Lauel and Ibellin, and he was now level 281. He didn't feel frustrated when meeting a strong opponent. Moreover, he had a hidden card. There was a sniper who remained in the mountain.
–Now.
Veradin whispered and gave the signal. There was a small flash from the low mountain 300m in the rear, then an arrow came flying.
Peeeeeong!
Kiki was also part of the 10 Rookies. The White Wolf Guild's number two person. Her sniper skill was comparable to Jishuka, the expert archer. She precisely fired an arrow at Grid's head. Veradin had no doubt that the person would experience great damage or confusion, and took out his staff. He was trying to raise the corpses of the Ul and Elvo with magic when he suddenly froze.
"T-This…?"
Cries of shock burst out everywhere. They saw it. The famous golden blades.
"I am surprised."
The man's voice was heard from behind the golden blades that protected their master from the arrow. The voice was filled with a powerful anger that could stop the heart of the person who heard it.
Sururuk.
Was it due to the shock wave caused by the arrow and blades colliding? The hat the man was wearing fell off. The ID that most people in the world knew was exposed.
"Grid…!"
The first legendary class, three gold medal holder in the National Competition, the hero of the golem invasion, the first user to become a duke, GOD, etc. He had countless nicknames attached to him.
Then he pulled out the blue greatsword that he used to defeat Hurent in five seconds. The people present felt frightened at Grid holding two huge swords in each of his hands.
“Don't use surprise attacks!"
'You did it first!'
The White Wolf members wanted to cry out. But they couldn't grumble. Grid's eyes fixed to the top of the mountain 300m away.
"You first of all. Transcended Link."
Kwa kwa kwa kwang!
Blue-white and jade energy blades emerged at the same time. It was the moment when one small mountain permanently vanished from the map of the Saharan Empire.
[Your party member Kiki has died.]
“…I would've rather met Faker."
The White Wolf members complained. Veradin couldn't keep his composure anymore. This was the worst catastrophe since the guild's launch. The result was a complete annihilation.
***
"Huh? The size of the desert is less than it was a year ago?”
A black-haired man dressed in white stepped foot in the western part of the Eternal Kingdom.
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