Chapter 296
[All resources will be restored to the maximum in commemoration of reaching level 300.]
It happened at level 100 and level 200. Health, mana and even stamina were completely restored, encouraging the party's morale.
"Very good."
Grid stretched and stood upright. As his wounds were restored by the level up, he declared to the vampires.
"You've been waiting."
The aftermath of the various stats awakening was abnormally high. It was beyond imagination. Even Grid was surprised.
Jjejeong! Jjejejeok!
"…!"
The vampires were shocked. The person who was dying just a moment ago now swiftly attacked, showing ridiculous attack power.
"What is this…? Kyaack!"
The 20 vampires surrounding Grid immediately collapsed. The blue and jade lights flashed all over the place, while blood and flesh scattered. Death with one blow! Reign supreme! The words that could represent the present Grid were exaggerated. He was truly overwhelming!
“Oh my, look at this."
A mere mortal couldn't grasp who they were going against, it was unpleasant. A True Blood vampire about to bite Vantner stood up. Her name was Lexi. She had exceptional magic power and skill in blood magic.
“Give me a handful of blood. Blood Chain."
Puhahahak!
The blood emitted by Lexi split into dozens of stems and surrounded Grid. It was a wide area magic that bound and attacked the target, and was difficult to avoid. However, it wasn't a threat to the current Grid.
His enhanced agility and insight allowed Grid to use more sophisticated movements. He avoided the first two blood flows and used Revolve. The blood streams that should've wrapped around Grid reversed directions and covered Lexi.
“Kyaaak!"
Who would've thought that she would be hit by her own attack? Lexi became an unexpected victim and screamed in pain. Grid neared where she was trapped and swung Failure towards her chest. There was no such thing as mercy to women.
Seokeok!
"…!"
Lexi's eyes widened with surprise. This human could damage the body of a True Blood vampire that was harder than steel? She looked at the huge wound on her chest and used a spell.
“Blood Shield!”
Using the blood spurting from her chest, Lexi unfolded multiple shields in the air and tried to open the distance. But it was useless.
Jjeejeeeong!
The red shields were smashed by the jade greatsword. Pagma's Swordsmanship, Kill, aimed at Lexi.
"What is this…?"
Lexi tried to prevent it. She turned to smoke to prevent the dreadful greatsword precisely aiming at her pretty face. But…
Puok!
Lifael's Spear flew around Grid, defending against the vampire's attacks before aiming at Lexi's chest. The smoke was lost and Lexi's body was clearly revealed again.
"Eek!"
Lexi raised her arms and covered her face. Her appearance was pitiful, but her arms could exert a defense superior to steel shields. However, it was mere paper in front of the damage of Kill that came from the Doppelganger's Greatsword.
Peeok!
There was a sound like a watermelon cracking.
Crash!
A True Blood vampire might have eternal life, but even they were bound to die if they lost their heads. Lexi collapsed like a broken doll and turned into a grey light.
[The True Blood vampire, Lexi has been destroyed.]
[56,901,500 experience has been acquired.]
[The Sixth Piece of ??? has been acquired.]
[An Intermediate Vampire's Ring has been acquired.]
He didn't know exactly what the '??? Piece' was yet. He could only infer that it was a fragment of something made by the same mineral as Iyarugt. He wasn't sure if it was a jackpot, but the Intermediate Vampire's Ring was different.
[Intermediate Vampire's Ring]
Rating: Unique
* During normal attacks, 10% of the damage done to the target will be restored to you as health.
* This effect is only invoked once every 12 seconds.
A unique magic power dwells in the vampire's ring.
It greatly elevates the wearer's survival skills.
User Restriction: Level 320 or higher.
Weight: 1
It was able to absorb 5% more health than the Junior Vampire's Ring, and the cooldown time was three seconds shorter. Grid wore the ring without any hesitation. Unfortunately, its function didn't overlap with the Junior Vampire's Ring.
“I'm grateful for this."
Vampire items were very rare, so the Intermediate Vampire's Ring would be worth hundreds of gold.
Step, step.
Grid ran through the remnants of vampires and stood in front of the party members, as if protecting them.
"Everyone has suffered. Now you can rest."
“…"
The Overgeared members looked shocked. Grid's strength was more than they imagined, so they were speechless. He became so much stronger just from reaching level 300? It was difficult to tell how high Grid's total stats were.
“This guyyyy!"
The aggro of the vampires instantly focused on Grid after Lexi died. The two True Blood vampires were also mixed in. The Overgeared members were worried, but Grid was pleased. He was grateful that the prey came to him. Just as Elfin Stone saw hunting humans as entertainment, Grid had reached a point where hunting vampires could be viewed as entertainment.
"Pagma's Swordsmanship, Wave."
Kurururung!
The waves of energy! The vampires were swept away by a terrible pain and realized something. Humans weren't a subspecies. Their potential was even greater than the vampires. They weren't a species to be ignored and treated like cattle.
***
A black magician was more difficult to solo than attack classes because they specialized in debuff magic. Black magicians hunting alone was considered a penance. Most black magicians focused on party-oriented play.
But with the exception of special circumstances, more parties preferred buffers over debuffers. Black magicians couldn't easily find parties, making it difficult to find them in the rankings.
Except of course for Yura. She was a mythical figure who maintained her fifth spot in the unified rankings despite being a black magician. She was special. A genius among genii. She was evaluated like this, and many users yearned for her.
This precious talent suddenly visited Reidan. Lauel and the Overgeared members couldn't help being excited.
“What brings a person like you to this humble city?" Lauel asked her.
Lauel also admired Yura. What guy wouldn't have a crush on a world-class beauty who was good at games? Yura smiled brightly at Lauel and the Overgeared members, whose eyes were shining like lanterns.
Ahh, so beautiful and brilliant. They were convinced that her presence contributed to world peace.
"I want to join Overgeared. Youngwoo-ssi… No, Grid has already agreed, so please check with him."
"…!"
Yura’s smile captivated Lauel and the Overgeared members. They let out surprised yelps. One of the solo rankers, apart from Kraugel and Agnbus, was asking to join Overgeared! It was shocking but joyful.
“Welcome!" Lauel shouted.
Yura thought that his words and phrases resembled Grid. Lauel would probably be shocked if she knew what she was thinking. But it was the truth. The longer he spent with Grid, the more Lauel resembled Grid.
Lauel liked Grid from the bottom of his heart. But he didn't want to be similar to Grid.
***
The epic battle ended.
"Brilliant."
“Grid, you were cool."
"Kyah! Truly God Grid! Do you know God Grid?"
“Are those the only English words you know…?"
The Overgeared members were able to escape from the crisis and praised Grid. But the good atmosphere didn't last long. It was true that Grid was stronger than expected, but could he take down Elfin Stone?
Grid spoke to the worried party.
“Don't waste time on worrying. There is one hour left until Elfin Stone appears. In order to increase the odds, we need to recover as much stamina as possible."
Grid's state was the worst. The Overgeared members constantly supported him, but he fought against almost 100 vampires alone. His whole body was wounded and his items durability was low.
He wondered if he could fully recover his stamina before Elfin Stone appeared. However, Grid had a trump card.
[Item Combination]
Two items with a 100% understanding can be combined to enhance the performance.
The performance of the combined items will depend on the compatibility between the items.
* The combination retention time is limited to two minutes. Once this time limit is over, the items will return to their original appearance. At this time, the durability of the items will decrease by 50. This is consumed on a fixed basis.
* The time it takes for the combination to occur will depend on the structure of the item.
Skill Mana Cost: 1,000
Skill Cooldown Time: 6 hours.
What if he combined Failure and Lifael's Spear?
'It will be a great weapon if the advantages are maximized.'
Grid believed that he could create the strongest weapon that would defeat Elfin Stone. But he kept in mind that the combination time was only two minutes. In addition, he was anxious since the time it took to combine items wasn't precisely specified.
'I wish I could experiment with it.'
Newly acquired skills always made people excited. Grid shared the sentiment and wanted to try out Item Combination. But there was the cooldown time. He needed it when dealing with Elfin Stone, so he had to restrain himself.
'Well, it will be okay. I have a strong style.'
Grid evaluated himself and relaxed. Then he started repairing his items. There wasn't much time left before Elfin Stone's emergence.
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Current schedule: 20 chapters a week.
Chapter 287
"What will happen?"
Three men were sitting side by side in a spacious living room that was like a playground. What was the identity of those enjoying the cool soju and spicy chicken feet while wearing 3D glasses?
They were Chairman Lim Cheolho, Director Yoon Sangmin, and Team Leader Ashley Tosun. They were major figures in the company. The reason why these busy people gathered in Lim Cheolho's mansion wasn't for a simple drinking party.
On the big screen, Grid's party would soon encounter Elfin Stone. Could they really succeed in the Elfin Stone raid? The three people wanted to check it out. There was a debate.
"In order to raid Elfin Stone, at least three third advancement healers are needed in the party."
The top priority was to neutralize Elfin Stone's Blood Field. But Elfin Stone took only 1.8 seconds to deploy Blood Field. It was difficult to block it from being activated, so it needed to be offset with continuous healing. A eight person party with no healers wouldn't be able to raid Elfin Stone.
The father of vampires, Team Leader Ashley, was confident.
“I don't know what would've happened if Huroi was alive, but the possibility of Grid's current party successfully raiding Elfin Stone is zero."
Huroi was able to maximize the attack power of the party members while maintaining aggro. Ashley thought that Grid was stupid for sacrificing someone so important to the party. But Lim Cheolho gave a different opinion. In the first place, Grid's party would've been wiped out if they hadn't sacrificed Huroi.
“In addition, the strength of Pagma’s Descendant is far above what was originally planned. One of the five people who can cause miracles in Satisfy is Grid."
Grid wasn't the only special one in the party. Jishuka, Peak Sword, Pon, Regas, Faker, Vantner and Zednos. They had excellent control and senses, demonstrating a strength that was beyond the concept of levels and classes.
“Wouldn't they have the power to beat Elfin Stone?"
Yoon Sangmin ate a chicken feet and speculated carefully.
“I agree with both of you. But to be honest, I don't think Grid's party can succeed in this raid. The influence of Blood Field is too strong."
In the past, Yoon Sangmin cursed Grid for being stupid and frustrating. He was resentful that someone so stupid took one of the nine legendary classes. But now he was different. He watched the changes and growth of Grid that took place over a year, and now supported Grid. His wife didn't know it, but he was a great member of Grid's fan club. However, even Yoon Sangmin was skeptical about this raid.
Lim Cheolho's lips, which were swollen due to eating spicy chicken feet, curved in a smile.
"Then my odds will rise."
That's right. The leaders of the world's largest corporation gathered to bet on Grid. They seemed to have a lot of free time, but this wasn't the case. They weren't wasting time watching Grid. Grid was a special existence. They didn't want to miss the biography of a person who grew up through Satisfy.
***
The former 5th ranked Yura. She was the world's best female ranker who suddenly lost her ranking four months ago. What was the reason? This was still a big issue and caused curiosity among countless people.
Lauel and the Overgeared members were exposed to the truth.
"Demon Slayer…!"
Yura joined Overgeared with the authority of the lord's agent, Lauel. The guild members weren't familiar with her class. As many people guessed, she obtained a hidden class. It was also a legendary hidden class!
Lauel and the Overgeared members were thrilled. The Demon Slayer class was written in gold, just like Pagma's Descendant. But there was something odd.
'According to Grid, legendary classes get their level reset to level 1?'
On the other hand, Yura was currently level 203. It meant she went from level 1 to level 203 in just four months. A typical user. No, it was three times faster than the growth rate of the strongest rankers.
'It's amazing.'
She was someone who maintained the 5th ranking as a black magician that was hard to raise. Acquiring a legendary class was like growing wings on her back. She used her innate talents, effort and the know-how she accumulated as the 5th ranked user to raise her level at a speed that exceeded common sense.
Lauel and the Overgeared members were amazed, while Yura watched Reidan Castle's resurrection point.
'I was told Youngwoo-ssi would appear soon.'
She heard about what happened. The group of eight encountered a boss that was impossible to raid and would be wiped out.
'I don't think so.'
Yura was always watching Grid. She looked at all the stories related to him. Taking into account Grid's growth and the features of a legendary class…
‘Youngwoo-ssi can produce results that others can't imagine.'
Yura knew about Grid's past. He had gone through all types of hardships due to a lack of natural talents and bad fortune. He had lived an unhappy life for 26 out of his 27 years and suffered countless wounds. Yura wanted him to no longer feel despair. She simply wanted him to be happy.
'I will share my good luck. So please come back safely with a bright expression.'
Yura's true heart was shown when Grid was in trouble.
***
Elfin Stone slept for 23 hours and his condition was the best. The day before, he tortured the human who dared insult Shizo Beriache and was able to get a good rest.
“Today I should work harder than usual."
There were thousands of familiars who roamed the underground city that was Elfin Stone's home. They became Elfin Stone's eyes and ears when he was awake. Elfin Stone knew that Grid's group had slaughtered the vampires in the city.
“The city will be completely destroyed in the near future if this is left alone."
Elfin Stone didn't care about the deaths of the ordinary vampires. He could always raise more. However, the True Blood vampires were different. Only Shizo Beriache and her immediate family could create them. They were precious resources. It was troublesome to lose them.
'I have to eat two people from today onwards.'
He would keep the black haired man alive until the end. He would leave the most delicious food to last.
‘He sold out his companion, but in the moment when he accepts death, will he feel despair?'
It was fun to imagine the people crying. Earl Elfin Stone maximized his outward appearance by changing into a white tailcoat. He strolled out of his mansion. His destination was the location of Grid's party.
***
'Which one should I eat?'
In the thick darkness. Elfin Stone's red eyes burned as he sniffed. It was to distinguish between the members of Grid's party. He would hunt Pon and Regas today.
‘It is better to get rid of those two first.'
In fact, the assassin called Faker was the most annoying. However, Regas and Pon were a little bit stronger than Faker. Their physical strength was good, so it would be annoying if they were left alive for a long time.
If he took care of them first, he could enjoy the slow hunt.
'Then I am going.'
Sururuk.
Elfin Stone turned into black smoke and completely assimilated with the darkness. He approached Grid like lightning, at a speed that far exceeded Faker's.
'Now! Give me your fresh blood!'
Humans were truly inferior. No one noticed that he was approaching above their heads. This stupidity was funny. Earl Elfin Stone ridiculed them and used Extreme Blood Transfusion. His target was Pon.
Puhahahak!
A blood curtain stretched out towards Pon. Now Pon would be destroyed and his health would become Elfin Stone's food. This was normal. However.
"I've been waiting."
"What…?"
Elfin Stone's eyes widened. The black haired man called Grid! The man behind Pon was staring at him?
'A human noticed my approach? This has never happened before.'
He didn't know what was happening. But it was too late. Extreme Blood Transfusion was already used and Pon would soon die. This was Elfin Stone's unshakable faith. But Grid broke that faith. Just like the other bosses that Grid hunted, Elfin Stone was forced to feel confusion.
"Revolve."
"…!"
It was an unbelievable sight. The Extreme Blood Transfusion heading towards Pon was caught by Grid's greatsword and turned back towards Elfin Stone?
“Heok!”
Extreme Blood Transfusion was the strongest magic. He couldn't avoid being wounded. Elfin Stone turned pale and hurriedly tried to turn to smoke. It was neutralized by the golden spear that stabbed his side.
"What is this…?"
Puhahahak!
The blood curtain swallowed up Elfin Stone. This process happened in a short amount of time. All the Overgeared members nervously waiting for Elfin Stone to appear were surprised. Grid suddenly moved and Elfin Stone fell wounded from the sky.
“Cough! Cough!"
Elfin Stone vomited blood on the ground. The face beautiful enough to captivate a man was distorted.
"You!"
The angry and confused Elfin Stone immediately got up. The terrible notification windows popped up in front of the Overgeared members.
[The master of the 13th city, Vampire Earl Elfin Stone has appeared.]
[A strong evil influence is making your magic power turbid. All types of spells and skills aren't available.]
[A vampire's gaze will subdue lower species. Your body is subjected to a strong oppression.]
The Overgeared members were helpless. At least two to three skills were sealed and all speeds reduced, so their minds and bodies felt very heavy. But Grid was fine.
[You have resisted.]
It was a resistance only given to legendary classes. Grid was able to exert his strength.
"Blood Field!"
Elfin Stone sealed some of the powers of the humans with his evil influence, and he didn't miss this gap to use a skill. No, he attempted to use it.
Puok!
"…!"
It was before Blood Field was completed. Grid rushed at a speed comparable to the assassin called Faker and stabbed his blue greatsword at Elfin Stone's heart. His magic power flowed backwards and Blood Field was stopped.
'What?'
This guy, he wasn't affected by the evil influence? Grid gazed calmly at the disbelieving Elfin Stone. It was a cold look.
"My share ends here. After this, it's Huroi's share."
In the past, Grid found it difficult to control his emotions. His personality was immature and he lacked social skills, often making him go on a rampage when he was angry, sad or happy. But now it was different.
The experience of sacrificing his close friend made Grid fully aware of what it meant to be 'on top.' Now he was able to stay calm, despite being filled with anger and a desire for vengeance.
Pit!
Pipipipipit!
Pagma's Swordsmanship, Link.
The sword was wielded dozens of times without a time difference in an unshaken and sophisticated manner.
"Kuaaaaak!"
On this day, Elfin Stone screamed for the second time since he had been born.
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Current schedule: 20 chapters a week.
Chapter 298
'This is the ability of a human?'
Elfin Stone had existed for over 350 years. Over the years, he'd met countless humans. Among them were genii as well as those called warriors. But in the end, they were inferior. For Elfin Stone, humans were just prey to be hunted and eaten.
But his perception changed at this moment. Extreme Blood Transfusion, that couldn't be seen with the naked eye, was blocked by a sword? It was outstanding. This person wasn't inferior.
Elfin Stone's face twisted.
'It is like Braham said.'
Braham, the first one to give him anger and pain. Braham did all types of bad things and was eventually banished.
[Do you fail to understand my inquiring mind even until the end? Brethren, you are worse than humans. The humans you regard as livestock aren't lazy. They are different from us, they are always working and developing. One day a transcendent entity will emerge that will threaten us, and it will be a human.]
'That damn bastard…!'
Braham Eshwald, who studied human magic and vampire magic, sacrificing countless vampires in the process. Some of Elfin Stone's blood relatives were the lab rats, including his lover, Leah.
"Kuk… Kukuk…"
How hard had he worked over the past hundreds of years? In order to forget the terrible memories, Elfin Stone slept more and hunted to clear the wounds in his heart. Meeting these humans stirred up his memories again.
'It makes me think of Braham's disgusting face.'
He couldn't forgive Braham. Elfin Stone's eyes were full of hate as he glared at Grid.
“Your skills are decent, but in the end, you're just a human! You are my prey!"
Puhahahak!
Elfin Stone's blood gathered into a sphere. It shot towards Grid and caused a powerful explosion. It was the manifestation then explosion of blood. Its power was far above those of the continent's 10 great magicians.
'I can't avoid it.'
The blast range was too big. He had no choice but to defend. However, he wondered if he could completely absorb the damage with the Divine Shield. The moment Grid was about to take out the Divine Shield.
"I will protect the leader!"
Vantner embraced Grid and used 'Thousand Shields,' a skill that greatly reduced the power of magic, thereby reducing the power of Blood Explosion.
Peeeeeong!
"Kuak! I'm dead!"
Even Thousand Shields couldn't completely suppress the force of Blood Explosion. Thousand Shields was destroyed by the explosion and Vantner suffered severe injuries from the contaminated blood scattered by the explosion. Grid raised his thumb from within Vantner's arms.
“Thank you. Although it isn't a great feeling to be in a man's arms."
“Kukuk! I'm not doing this because I like it! Now go!"
Vantner shouted with a laugh. The new version of Grid had already shot forward.
"You!"
Elfin Stone saw that Grid was fine and furiously fired Blood Missiles. The blood-guided missiles chased Grid and tried to block his approach.
'It's hard to shake off.'
The missiles were fast and relentless. Avoidance and interception was impossible. He couldn't protect his body with just Lifael's Spear.
‘It can’t be helped.'
Grid started his footwork. He planned to use Pagma's Swordsmanship, Wave, to shoot down the missiles. But at the moment, dozens of flaming arrows appeared from the rear.
Pepeng! Pepepepeng!
It was amazing. They shot down all the missiles aiming at Grid. There was only one person in Satisfy with such bow skills. Expert archer Jishuka.
“Leave the cover to me."
Jishuka winked with a bright appearance. Grid's heart thumped as he kept moving forward. He narrowed the distance to Elfin Stone and declared.
"Kill!"
Kuwooooh!
'Isn't this crazy?'
The two greatswords that came flying at Elfin Stone! The dimension of the swordsmanship was different than before. Elfin Stone used Fly and tried to avoid it in the air. However, he couldn't fly because a strong wind pressure pushed down on his shoulders.
It was the influence of Zednos' Storm of Eternity. The original Storm of Eternity was a magic that completely restrained the target. However, Elfin Stone's magic resistance was so high that only some of his movements could be limited.
Of course, that alone was a great help to Grid. Grid realized. Yes, now he wasn't alone. He could count on the people with him.
'Now I…!'
He was stronger than ever!
Puoook!
"Kuk…! Kuaaaaak!"
The two greatswords penetrated Elfin Stone's chest. It was enough to drive him crazy. Grid alone was enough to make Elfin Stone feel alert, but the humans supporting Grid meant the battle was developing in an unexpected way.
It would've been different if Blood Field was deployed, but there was still 3 minutes left of the cooldown time. It was the worst situation caused by his failure to use the skill before.
"I will kill all of you in this place!"
Today would be different from yesterday. There were no negotiations. Using the blood from his chest as a medium, he blew Grid away with an explosion and called out.
“Iyarugt!"
Kiiing-
It was the advent of the red longsword. The moment that 'Blood Cry' cause the Overgeared members to lose their sense of balance…
‘Now!’
Grid would also be affected by Blood Cry! Elfin Stone smiled and wielded Iyarugt. The red line crossed Grid's stumbling body…
“What?”
Elfin Stone was confused. Grid defended against his sword?
"Who the hell are you?"
Grid wasn't affected by his evil influence and he wasn't disturbed by Iyarugt's Blood Cry? Was this really a human? Grid confirmed Elfin Stone's shaken eyes and replied.
“Who will kill who?"
Grid scoffed. His gaze was focused behind Elfin Stone.
‘Ah!'
Elfin Stone hurriedly moved his sword. But it was too late.
"The Price of Living."
Puk! Puk puk puk!
Faker's silver dagger pierced Elfin Stone's neck again and again. The Price of Living. It was a skill that did more damage according to the number of strikes. Yesterday, Elfin Stone had only allowed three strikes, but today was the worst. He actually allowed seven hits. This was due to Grid perfectly catching the aggro.
"Kuock… You rat bastards!"
Elfin Stone's health gauge naturally decreased as Iyarugt aimed at Faker. The aggro was changed to him due to the Price of Living. In a normal raid, drawing aggro could endanger the part. But this situation was different. It was because Grid originally had more utility as a damage dealer than as a tanker.
"Pagma's Swordsmanship, Pinnacle!"
Seokeok!
Pinnacle was used. Elfin Stone paid a heavy price for looking away from Grid.
[You have dealt 210,900 damage to the target.]
‘Not enough.'
Grid's expression became dark. This was because 5 Joint Attacks wasn't activated. Elfin Stone's current health was at 80%. This was the result of being hit by Extreme Blood Transfusion, Kill, Price of Living and Pinnacle.
Elfin Stone's health and defense was outstanding as a named boss.
'I was unlucky!'
If 5 Joint Attacks was activated with Kill, it would've been a fatal wound. However, he had the worst luck and 5 Joint Attacks wasn't activated at all.
'No, there is no need to worry.'
A smile appeared on Grid's face. He was reminded that he had companions to cover for his lacking luck.
"Sura Descends!"
Regas approached Elfin Stone's side and started his lightning assault. His destructive power at this moment was enough to make even Grid speechless.
Pepeok! Pepepepeok!
The shining punches and kicks that left an afterglow! Once Regas became an Asura, the true power of Grid's Lightning Duke's Knuckles started to explode.
[The 6th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 5,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical damage to the target.]
Peeng!
[The 7th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 8,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional lightning damage to the target.]
Kwa kwang!
[The 8th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 12,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical and lightning damage to the target.]
Jjejejeok!
[The 10th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 20,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The option effect of the Lightning Duke's Knuckles is activated, deploying Lightning Beam three times.
Chaaeng!
[The 12th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 30,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical damage proportional to the target's maximum health.]
"Kuheok! Ugh! Kuak!"
Elfin Stone groaned. Regas opened up the power of an Asura and demonstrated a speed and power that couldn't be endured by even Elfin Stone. However, the disadvantages were that the duration was short and the after effect was large.
Regas's combo reached its peak.
"This is the last one!"
Kwajak! Kwajajajak!
[The 15th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 100,000 fixed damage to the target and reducing defense and recovery by 50% for 5 minutes. In addition, Lightning Spear is used.]
Puoook!
“Kuaaaaak!”
90% of Elfin Stone's total screams occurred today. He was pierced by the lightning spear that fell from the sky and finally sat down. Lightning Spear. It was the Asura's ultimate move that disabled the target for 1.5 seconds.
"Heok… P-Please…"
Flop!
The drained Regas collapsed. He consumed a large amount of stamina at once, so he wouldn't be able to move for three seconds. It was up to his companions to fill this gap.
"Mach Spear!”
“Draw Sword, Blow."
"Phoenix Arrow!"
“Black Winds!"
The party members' ultimate moves poured out. Elfin Stone tried to turn to smoke, but Lifael's Spear was the problem. He was forced to allow the attacks.
"Good!"
Grid smiled with satisfaction and started his sword dance. Thanks to the party members, Elfin Stone's health had fallen to 45%, so Grid would used Linked Kill to ensure their victory. However, something unexpected happened.
"You dare…! You dare!!!"
Certain bosses became stronger once health fell to a certain level, and Elfin Stone was one of them.
Puhahahak!
Magic power stretched out around Elfin Stone and dominated the land. Blood Field, which Grid had previously blocked, was instantly used.
[Vampire Earl, Elfin Stone has opened up his real power. All of Elfin Stone's stats will rise and his recovery ability will increase by 300%.]
[Your blood is influenced by Blood Field.]
[153 health will be transferred to Earl Elfin Stone per second.]
[All healing effects will be reduced by 80%.]
The Overgeared members felt desperate as the notification window appeared before them.
“I will eat all of you."
Elfin Stone got up and declared. His red eyes were tinged with black. The feeling of intimidation was incomparable.
“…Now how should we defeat him?"
The Overgeared members were lost. They weren't sure how to deal with Elfin Stone, who had all his stats increased by Blood Field. As everyone was feeling desperate…
“Don't you know that I have a hidden power as well?"
Grid spoke meaningful words. Elfin Stone and the Overgeared members focused on him.
'A hidden power?'
Elfin Stone was nervous.
'Truly God Grid!'
'He had a trump card!'
The Overgeared members were delighted. As everyone's attention was fixed on him, Grid shouted.
"Item! Combi!! Nation!!!"
"…?"
Was it a cool animation like the transformation robots that were popular in his grandfather's generation. No, it was…
Ttang! Ttang!
Grid took out a hammer and anvil, before squatting down and starting to hammer. Honestly, it was ludicrous behavior.
“This person has become crazy from fear."
The previously tense Elfin Stone ridiculed Grid. The Overgeared members felt embarrassed.
OG:
Current schedule: 20 chapters a week.
Chapter 296
[All resources will be restored to the maximum in commemoration of reaching level 300.]
It happened at level 100 and level 200. Health, mana and even stamina were completely restored, encouraging the party's morale.
"Very good."
Grid stretched and stood upright. As his wounds were restored by the level up, he declared to the vampires.
"You've been waiting."
The aftermath of the various stats awakening was abnormally high. It was beyond imagination. Even Grid was surprised.
Jjejeong! Jjejejeok!
"…!"
The vampires were shocked. The person who was dying just a moment ago now swiftly attacked, showing ridiculous attack power.
"What is this…? Kyaack!"
The 20 vampires surrounding Grid immediately collapsed. The blue and jade lights flashed all over the place, while blood and flesh scattered. Death with one blow! Reign supreme! The words that could represent the present Grid were exaggerated. He was truly overwhelming!
“Oh my, look at this."
A mere mortal couldn't grasp who they were going against, it was unpleasant. A True Blood vampire about to bite Vantner stood up. Her name was Lexi. She had exceptional magic power and skill in blood magic.
“Give me a handful of blood. Blood Chain."
Puhahahak!
The blood emitted by Lexi split into dozens of stems and surrounded Grid. It was a wide area magic that bound and attacked the target, and was difficult to avoid. However, it wasn't a threat to the current Grid.
His enhanced agility and insight allowed Grid to use more sophisticated movements. He avoided the first two blood flows and used Revolve. The blood streams that should've wrapped around Grid reversed directions and covered Lexi.
“Kyaaak!"
Who would've thought that she would be hit by her own attack? Lexi became an unexpected victim and screamed in pain. Grid neared where she was trapped and swung Failure towards her chest. There was no such thing as mercy to women.
Seokeok!
"…!"
Lexi's eyes widened with surprise. This human could damage the body of a True Blood vampire that was harder than steel? She looked at the huge wound on her chest and used a spell.
“Blood Shield!”
Using the blood spurting from her chest, Lexi unfolded multiple shields in the air and tried to open the distance. But it was useless.
Jjeejeeeong!
The red shields were smashed by the jade greatsword. Pagma's Swordsmanship, Kill, aimed at Lexi.
"What is this…?"
Lexi tried to prevent it. She turned to smoke to prevent the dreadful greatsword precisely aiming at her pretty face. But…
Puok!
Lifael's Spear flew around Grid, defending against the vampire's attacks before aiming at Lexi's chest. The smoke was lost and Lexi's body was clearly revealed again.
"Eek!"
Lexi raised her arms and covered her face. Her appearance was pitiful, but her arms could exert a defense superior to steel shields. However, it was mere paper in front of the damage of Kill that came from the Doppelganger's Greatsword.
Peeok!
There was a sound like a watermelon cracking.
Crash!
A True Blood vampire might have eternal life, but even they were bound to die if they lost their heads. Lexi collapsed like a broken doll and turned into a grey light.
[The True Blood vampire, Lexi has been destroyed.]
[56,901,500 experience has been acquired.]
[The Sixth Piece of ??? has been acquired.]
[An Intermediate Vampire's Ring has been acquired.]
He didn't know exactly what the '??? Piece' was yet. He could only infer that it was a fragment of something made by the same mineral as Iyarugt. He wasn't sure if it was a jackpot, but the Intermediate Vampire's Ring was different.
[Intermediate Vampire's Ring]
Rating: Unique
* During normal attacks, 10% of the damage done to the target will be restored to you as health.
* This effect is only invoked once every 12 seconds.
A unique magic power dwells in the vampire's ring.
It greatly elevates the wearer's survival skills.
User Restriction: Level 320 or higher.
Weight: 1
It was able to absorb 5% more health than the Junior Vampire's Ring, and the cooldown time was three seconds shorter. Grid wore the ring without any hesitation. Unfortunately, its function didn't overlap with the Junior Vampire's Ring.
“I'm grateful for this."
Vampire items were very rare, so the Intermediate Vampire's Ring would be worth hundreds of gold.
Step, step.
Grid ran through the remnants of vampires and stood in front of the party members, as if protecting them.
"Everyone has suffered. Now you can rest."
“…"
The Overgeared members looked shocked. Grid's strength was more than they imagined, so they were speechless. He became so much stronger just from reaching level 300? It was difficult to tell how high Grid's total stats were.
“This guyyyy!"
The aggro of the vampires instantly focused on Grid after Lexi died. The two True Blood vampires were also mixed in. The Overgeared members were worried, but Grid was pleased. He was grateful that the prey came to him. Just as Elfin Stone saw hunting humans as entertainment, Grid had reached a point where hunting vampires could be viewed as entertainment.
"Pagma's Swordsmanship, Wave."
Kurururung!
The waves of energy! The vampires were swept away by a terrible pain and realized something. Humans weren't a subspecies. Their potential was even greater than the vampires. They weren't a species to be ignored and treated like cattle.
***
A black magician was more difficult to solo than attack classes because they specialized in debuff magic. Black magicians hunting alone was considered a penance. Most black magicians focused on party-oriented play.
But with the exception of special circumstances, more parties preferred buffers over debuffers. Black magicians couldn't easily find parties, making it difficult to find them in the rankings.
Except of course for Yura. She was a mythical figure who maintained her fifth spot in the unified rankings despite being a black magician. She was special. A genius among genii. She was evaluated like this, and many users yearned for her.
This precious talent suddenly visited Reidan. Lauel and the Overgeared members couldn't help being excited.
“What brings a person like you to this humble city?" Lauel asked her.
Lauel also admired Yura. What guy wouldn't have a crush on a world-class beauty who was good at games? Yura smiled brightly at Lauel and the Overgeared members, whose eyes were shining like lanterns.
Ahh, so beautiful and brilliant. They were convinced that her presence contributed to world peace.
"I want to join Overgeared. Youngwoo-ssi… No, Grid has already agreed, so please check with him."
"…!"
Yura’s smile captivated Lauel and the Overgeared members. They let out surprised yelps. One of the solo rankers, apart from Kraugel and Agnbus, was asking to join Overgeared! It was shocking but joyful.
“Welcome!" Lauel shouted.
Yura thought that his words and phrases resembled Grid. Lauel would probably be shocked if she knew what she was thinking. But it was the truth. The longer he spent with Grid, the more Lauel resembled Grid.
Lauel liked Grid from the bottom of his heart. But he didn't want to be similar to Grid.
***
The epic battle ended.
"Brilliant."
“Grid, you were cool."
"Kyah! Truly God Grid! Do you know God Grid?"
“Are those the only English words you know…?"
The Overgeared members were able to escape from the crisis and praised Grid. But the good atmosphere didn't last long. It was true that Grid was stronger than expected, but could he take down Elfin Stone?
Grid spoke to the worried party.
“Don't waste time on worrying. There is one hour left until Elfin Stone appears. In order to increase the odds, we need to recover as much stamina as possible."
Grid's state was the worst. The Overgeared members constantly supported him, but he fought against almost 100 vampires alone. His whole body was wounded and his items durability was low.
He wondered if he could fully recover his stamina before Elfin Stone appeared. However, Grid had a trump card.
[Item Combination]
Two items with a 100% understanding can be combined to enhance the performance.
The performance of the combined items will depend on the compatibility between the items.
* The combination retention time is limited to two minutes. Once this time limit is over, the items will return to their original appearance. At this time, the durability of the items will decrease by 50. This is consumed on a fixed basis.
* The time it takes for the combination to occur will depend on the structure of the item.
Skill Mana Cost: 1,000
Skill Cooldown Time: 6 hours.
What if he combined Failure and Lifael's Spear?
'It will be a great weapon if the advantages are maximized.'
Grid believed that he could create the strongest weapon that would defeat Elfin Stone. But he kept in mind that the combination time was only two minutes. In addition, he was anxious since the time it took to combine items wasn't precisely specified.
'I wish I could experiment with it.'
Newly acquired skills always made people excited. Grid shared the sentiment and wanted to try out Item Combination. But there was the cooldown time. He needed it when dealing with Elfin Stone, so he had to restrain himself.
'Well, it will be okay. I have a strong style.'
Grid evaluated himself and relaxed. Then he started repairing his items. There wasn't much time left before Elfin Stone's emergence.
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Chapter 287
"What will happen?"
Three men were sitting side by side in a spacious living room that was like a playground. What was the identity of those enjoying the cool soju and spicy chicken feet while wearing 3D glasses?
They were Chairman Lim Cheolho, Director Yoon Sangmin, and Team Leader Ashley Tosun. They were major figures in the company. The reason why these busy people gathered in Lim Cheolho's mansion wasn't for a simple drinking party.
On the big screen, Grid's party would soon encounter Elfin Stone. Could they really succeed in the Elfin Stone raid? The three people wanted to check it out. There was a debate.
"In order to raid Elfin Stone, at least three third advancement healers are needed in the party."
The top priority was to neutralize Elfin Stone's Blood Field. But Elfin Stone took only 1.8 seconds to deploy Blood Field. It was difficult to block it from being activated, so it needed to be offset with continuous healing. A eight person party with no healers wouldn't be able to raid Elfin Stone.
The father of vampires, Team Leader Ashley, was confident.
“I don't know what would've happened if Huroi was alive, but the possibility of Grid's current party successfully raiding Elfin Stone is zero."
Huroi was able to maximize the attack power of the party members while maintaining aggro. Ashley thought that Grid was stupid for sacrificing someone so important to the party. But Lim Cheolho gave a different opinion. In the first place, Grid's party would've been wiped out if they hadn't sacrificed Huroi.
“In addition, the strength of Pagma’s Descendant is far above what was originally planned. One of the five people who can cause miracles in Satisfy is Grid."
Grid wasn't the only special one in the party. Jishuka, Peak Sword, Pon, Regas, Faker, Vantner and Zednos. They had excellent control and senses, demonstrating a strength that was beyond the concept of levels and classes.
“Wouldn't they have the power to beat Elfin Stone?"
Yoon Sangmin ate a chicken feet and speculated carefully.
“I agree with both of you. But to be honest, I don't think Grid's party can succeed in this raid. The influence of Blood Field is too strong."
In the past, Yoon Sangmin cursed Grid for being stupid and frustrating. He was resentful that someone so stupid took one of the nine legendary classes. But now he was different. He watched the changes and growth of Grid that took place over a year, and now supported Grid. His wife didn't know it, but he was a great member of Grid's fan club. However, even Yoon Sangmin was skeptical about this raid.
Lim Cheolho's lips, which were swollen due to eating spicy chicken feet, curved in a smile.
"Then my odds will rise."
That's right. The leaders of the world's largest corporation gathered to bet on Grid. They seemed to have a lot of free time, but this wasn't the case. They weren't wasting time watching Grid. Grid was a special existence. They didn't want to miss the biography of a person who grew up through Satisfy.
***
The former 5th ranked Yura. She was the world's best female ranker who suddenly lost her ranking four months ago. What was the reason? This was still a big issue and caused curiosity among countless people.
Lauel and the Overgeared members were exposed to the truth.
"Demon Slayer…!"
Yura joined Overgeared with the authority of the lord's agent, Lauel. The guild members weren't familiar with her class. As many people guessed, she obtained a hidden class. It was also a legendary hidden class!
Lauel and the Overgeared members were thrilled. The Demon Slayer class was written in gold, just like Pagma's Descendant. But there was something odd.
'According to Grid, legendary classes get their level reset to level 1?'
On the other hand, Yura was currently level 203. It meant she went from level 1 to level 203 in just four months. A typical user. No, it was three times faster than the growth rate of the strongest rankers.
'It's amazing.'
She was someone who maintained the 5th ranking as a black magician that was hard to raise. Acquiring a legendary class was like growing wings on her back. She used her innate talents, effort and the know-how she accumulated as the 5th ranked user to raise her level at a speed that exceeded common sense.
Lauel and the Overgeared members were amazed, while Yura watched Reidan Castle's resurrection point.
'I was told Youngwoo-ssi would appear soon.'
She heard about what happened. The group of eight encountered a boss that was impossible to raid and would be wiped out.
'I don't think so.'
Yura was always watching Grid. She looked at all the stories related to him. Taking into account Grid's growth and the features of a legendary class…
‘Youngwoo-ssi can produce results that others can't imagine.'
Yura knew about Grid's past. He had gone through all types of hardships due to a lack of natural talents and bad fortune. He had lived an unhappy life for 26 out of his 27 years and suffered countless wounds. Yura wanted him to no longer feel despair. She simply wanted him to be happy.
'I will share my good luck. So please come back safely with a bright expression.'
Yura's true heart was shown when Grid was in trouble.
***
Elfin Stone slept for 23 hours and his condition was the best. The day before, he tortured the human who dared insult Shizo Beriache and was able to get a good rest.
“Today I should work harder than usual."
There were thousands of familiars who roamed the underground city that was Elfin Stone's home. They became Elfin Stone's eyes and ears when he was awake. Elfin Stone knew that Grid's group had slaughtered the vampires in the city.
“The city will be completely destroyed in the near future if this is left alone."
Elfin Stone didn't care about the deaths of the ordinary vampires. He could always raise more. However, the True Blood vampires were different. Only Shizo Beriache and her immediate family could create them. They were precious resources. It was troublesome to lose them.
'I have to eat two people from today onwards.'
He would keep the black haired man alive until the end. He would leave the most delicious food to last.
‘He sold out his companion, but in the moment when he accepts death, will he feel despair?'
It was fun to imagine the people crying. Earl Elfin Stone maximized his outward appearance by changing into a white tailcoat. He strolled out of his mansion. His destination was the location of Grid's party.
***
'Which one should I eat?'
In the thick darkness. Elfin Stone's red eyes burned as he sniffed. It was to distinguish between the members of Grid's party. He would hunt Pon and Regas today.
‘It is better to get rid of those two first.'
In fact, the assassin called Faker was the most annoying. However, Regas and Pon were a little bit stronger than Faker. Their physical strength was good, so it would be annoying if they were left alive for a long time.
If he took care of them first, he could enjoy the slow hunt.
'Then I am going.'
Sururuk.
Elfin Stone turned into black smoke and completely assimilated with the darkness. He approached Grid like lightning, at a speed that far exceeded Faker's.
'Now! Give me your fresh blood!'
Humans were truly inferior. No one noticed that he was approaching above their heads. This stupidity was funny. Earl Elfin Stone ridiculed them and used Extreme Blood Transfusion. His target was Pon.
Puhahahak!
A blood curtain stretched out towards Pon. Now Pon would be destroyed and his health would become Elfin Stone's food. This was normal. However.
"I've been waiting."
"What…?"
Elfin Stone's eyes widened. The black haired man called Grid! The man behind Pon was staring at him?
'A human noticed my approach? This has never happened before.'
He didn't know what was happening. But it was too late. Extreme Blood Transfusion was already used and Pon would soon die. This was Elfin Stone's unshakable faith. But Grid broke that faith. Just like the other bosses that Grid hunted, Elfin Stone was forced to feel confusion.
"Revolve."
"…!"
It was an unbelievable sight. The Extreme Blood Transfusion heading towards Pon was caught by Grid's greatsword and turned back towards Elfin Stone?
“Heok!”
Extreme Blood Transfusion was the strongest magic. He couldn't avoid being wounded. Elfin Stone turned pale and hurriedly tried to turn to smoke. It was neutralized by the golden spear that stabbed his side.
"What is this…?"
Puhahahak!
The blood curtain swallowed up Elfin Stone. This process happened in a short amount of time. All the Overgeared members nervously waiting for Elfin Stone to appear were surprised. Grid suddenly moved and Elfin Stone fell wounded from the sky.
“Cough! Cough!"
Elfin Stone vomited blood on the ground. The face beautiful enough to captivate a man was distorted.
"You!"
The angry and confused Elfin Stone immediately got up. The terrible notification windows popped up in front of the Overgeared members.
[The master of the 13th city, Vampire Earl Elfin Stone has appeared.]
[A strong evil influence is making your magic power turbid. All types of spells and skills aren't available.]
[A vampire's gaze will subdue lower species. Your body is subjected to a strong oppression.]
The Overgeared members were helpless. At least two to three skills were sealed and all speeds reduced, so their minds and bodies felt very heavy. But Grid was fine.
[You have resisted.]
It was a resistance only given to legendary classes. Grid was able to exert his strength.
"Blood Field!"
Elfin Stone sealed some of the powers of the humans with his evil influence, and he didn't miss this gap to use a skill. No, he attempted to use it.
Puok!
"…!"
It was before Blood Field was completed. Grid rushed at a speed comparable to the assassin called Faker and stabbed his blue greatsword at Elfin Stone's heart. His magic power flowed backwards and Blood Field was stopped.
'What?'
This guy, he wasn't affected by the evil influence? Grid gazed calmly at the disbelieving Elfin Stone. It was a cold look.
"My share ends here. After this, it's Huroi's share."
In the past, Grid found it difficult to control his emotions. His personality was immature and he lacked social skills, often making him go on a rampage when he was angry, sad or happy. But now it was different.
The experience of sacrificing his close friend made Grid fully aware of what it meant to be 'on top.' Now he was able to stay calm, despite being filled with anger and a desire for vengeance.
Pit!
Pipipipipit!
Pagma's Swordsmanship, Link.
The sword was wielded dozens of times without a time difference in an unshaken and sophisticated manner.
"Kuaaaaak!"
On this day, Elfin Stone screamed for the second time since he had been born.
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Chapter 298
'This is the ability of a human?'
Elfin Stone had existed for over 350 years. Over the years, he'd met countless humans. Among them were genii as well as those called warriors. But in the end, they were inferior. For Elfin Stone, humans were just prey to be hunted and eaten.
But his perception changed at this moment. Extreme Blood Transfusion, that couldn't be seen with the naked eye, was blocked by a sword? It was outstanding. This person wasn't inferior.
Elfin Stone's face twisted.
'It is like Braham said.'
Braham, the first one to give him anger and pain. Braham did all types of bad things and was eventually banished.
[Do you fail to understand my inquiring mind even until the end? Brethren, you are worse than humans. The humans you regard as livestock aren't lazy. They are different from us, they are always working and developing. One day a transcendent entity will emerge that will threaten us, and it will be a human.]
'That damn bastard…!'
Braham Eshwald, who studied human magic and vampire magic, sacrificing countless vampires in the process. Some of Elfin Stone's blood relatives were the lab rats, including his lover, Leah.
"Kuk… Kukuk…"
How hard had he worked over the past hundreds of years? In order to forget the terrible memories, Elfin Stone slept more and hunted to clear the wounds in his heart. Meeting these humans stirred up his memories again.
'It makes me think of Braham's disgusting face.'
He couldn't forgive Braham. Elfin Stone's eyes were full of hate as he glared at Grid.
“Your skills are decent, but in the end, you're just a human! You are my prey!"
Puhahahak!
Elfin Stone's blood gathered into a sphere. It shot towards Grid and caused a powerful explosion. It was the manifestation then explosion of blood. Its power was far above those of the continent's 10 great magicians.
'I can't avoid it.'
The blast range was too big. He had no choice but to defend. However, he wondered if he could completely absorb the damage with the Divine Shield. The moment Grid was about to take out the Divine Shield.
"I will protect the leader!"
Vantner embraced Grid and used 'Thousand Shields,' a skill that greatly reduced the power of magic, thereby reducing the power of Blood Explosion.
Peeeeeong!
"Kuak! I'm dead!"
Even Thousand Shields couldn't completely suppress the force of Blood Explosion. Thousand Shields was destroyed by the explosion and Vantner suffered severe injuries from the contaminated blood scattered by the explosion. Grid raised his thumb from within Vantner's arms.
“Thank you. Although it isn't a great feeling to be in a man's arms."
“Kukuk! I'm not doing this because I like it! Now go!"
Vantner shouted with a laugh. The new version of Grid had already shot forward.
"You!"
Elfin Stone saw that Grid was fine and furiously fired Blood Missiles. The blood-guided missiles chased Grid and tried to block his approach.
'It's hard to shake off.'
The missiles were fast and relentless. Avoidance and interception was impossible. He couldn't protect his body with just Lifael's Spear.
‘It can’t be helped.'
Grid started his footwork. He planned to use Pagma's Swordsmanship, Wave, to shoot down the missiles. But at the moment, dozens of flaming arrows appeared from the rear.
Pepeng! Pepepepeng!
It was amazing. They shot down all the missiles aiming at Grid. There was only one person in Satisfy with such bow skills. Expert archer Jishuka.
“Leave the cover to me."
Jishuka winked with a bright appearance. Grid's heart thumped as he kept moving forward. He narrowed the distance to Elfin Stone and declared.
"Kill!"
Kuwooooh!
'Isn't this crazy?'
The two greatswords that came flying at Elfin Stone! The dimension of the swordsmanship was different than before. Elfin Stone used Fly and tried to avoid it in the air. However, he couldn't fly because a strong wind pressure pushed down on his shoulders.
It was the influence of Zednos' Storm of Eternity. The original Storm of Eternity was a magic that completely restrained the target. However, Elfin Stone's magic resistance was so high that only some of his movements could be limited.
Of course, that alone was a great help to Grid. Grid realized. Yes, now he wasn't alone. He could count on the people with him.
'Now I…!'
He was stronger than ever!
Puoook!
"Kuk…! Kuaaaaak!"
The two greatswords penetrated Elfin Stone's chest. It was enough to drive him crazy. Grid alone was enough to make Elfin Stone feel alert, but the humans supporting Grid meant the battle was developing in an unexpected way.
It would've been different if Blood Field was deployed, but there was still 3 minutes left of the cooldown time. It was the worst situation caused by his failure to use the skill before.
"I will kill all of you in this place!"
Today would be different from yesterday. There were no negotiations. Using the blood from his chest as a medium, he blew Grid away with an explosion and called out.
“Iyarugt!"
Kiiing-
It was the advent of the red longsword. The moment that 'Blood Cry' cause the Overgeared members to lose their sense of balance…
‘Now!’
Grid would also be affected by Blood Cry! Elfin Stone smiled and wielded Iyarugt. The red line crossed Grid's stumbling body…
“What?”
Elfin Stone was confused. Grid defended against his sword?
"Who the hell are you?"
Grid wasn't affected by his evil influence and he wasn't disturbed by Iyarugt's Blood Cry? Was this really a human? Grid confirmed Elfin Stone's shaken eyes and replied.
“Who will kill who?"
Grid scoffed. His gaze was focused behind Elfin Stone.
‘Ah!'
Elfin Stone hurriedly moved his sword. But it was too late.
"The Price of Living."
Puk! Puk puk puk!
Faker's silver dagger pierced Elfin Stone's neck again and again. The Price of Living. It was a skill that did more damage according to the number of strikes. Yesterday, Elfin Stone had only allowed three strikes, but today was the worst. He actually allowed seven hits. This was due to Grid perfectly catching the aggro.
"Kuock… You rat bastards!"
Elfin Stone's health gauge naturally decreased as Iyarugt aimed at Faker. The aggro was changed to him due to the Price of Living. In a normal raid, drawing aggro could endanger the part. But this situation was different. It was because Grid originally had more utility as a damage dealer than as a tanker.
"Pagma's Swordsmanship, Pinnacle!"
Seokeok!
Pinnacle was used. Elfin Stone paid a heavy price for looking away from Grid.
[You have dealt 210,900 damage to the target.]
‘Not enough.'
Grid's expression became dark. This was because 5 Joint Attacks wasn't activated. Elfin Stone's current health was at 80%. This was the result of being hit by Extreme Blood Transfusion, Kill, Price of Living and Pinnacle.
Elfin Stone's health and defense was outstanding as a named boss.
'I was unlucky!'
If 5 Joint Attacks was activated with Kill, it would've been a fatal wound. However, he had the worst luck and 5 Joint Attacks wasn't activated at all.
'No, there is no need to worry.'
A smile appeared on Grid's face. He was reminded that he had companions to cover for his lacking luck.
"Sura Descends!"
Regas approached Elfin Stone's side and started his lightning assault. His destructive power at this moment was enough to make even Grid speechless.
Pepeok! Pepepepeok!
The shining punches and kicks that left an afterglow! Once Regas became an Asura, the true power of Grid's Lightning Duke's Knuckles started to explode.
[The 6th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 5,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical damage to the target.]
Peeng!
[The 7th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 8,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional lightning damage to the target.]
Kwa kwang!
[The 8th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 12,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical and lightning damage to the target.]
Jjejejeok!
[The 10th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 20,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The option effect of the Lightning Duke's Knuckles is activated, deploying Lightning Beam three times.
Chaaeng!
[The 12th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 30,000 fixed damage to the target.]
[The effect of the 'Lightning Duke's Knuckles' has been activated, causing additional physical damage proportional to the target's maximum health.]
"Kuheok! Ugh! Kuak!"
Elfin Stone groaned. Regas opened up the power of an Asura and demonstrated a speed and power that couldn't be endured by even Elfin Stone. However, the disadvantages were that the duration was short and the after effect was large.
Regas's combo reached its peak.
"This is the last one!"
Kwajak! Kwajajajak!
[The 15th combo has been achieved!]
[The unique effect of the Asura class is activated, dealing 100,000 fixed damage to the target and reducing defense and recovery by 50% for 5 minutes. In addition, Lightning Spear is used.]
Puoook!
“Kuaaaaak!”
90% of Elfin Stone's total screams occurred today. He was pierced by the lightning spear that fell from the sky and finally sat down. Lightning Spear. It was the Asura's ultimate move that disabled the target for 1.5 seconds.
"Heok… P-Please…"
Flop!
The drained Regas collapsed. He consumed a large amount of stamina at once, so he wouldn't be able to move for three seconds. It was up to his companions to fill this gap.
"Mach Spear!”
“Draw Sword, Blow."
"Phoenix Arrow!"
“Black Winds!"
The party members' ultimate moves poured out. Elfin Stone tried to turn to smoke, but Lifael's Spear was the problem. He was forced to allow the attacks.
"Good!"
Grid smiled with satisfaction and started his sword dance. Thanks to the party members, Elfin Stone's health had fallen to 45%, so Grid would used Linked Kill to ensure their victory. However, something unexpected happened.
"You dare…! You dare!!!"
Certain bosses became stronger once health fell to a certain level, and Elfin Stone was one of them.
Puhahahak!
Magic power stretched out around Elfin Stone and dominated the land. Blood Field, which Grid had previously blocked, was instantly used.
[Vampire Earl, Elfin Stone has opened up his real power. All of Elfin Stone's stats will rise and his recovery ability will increase by 300%.]
[Your blood is influenced by Blood Field.]
[153 health will be transferred to Earl Elfin Stone per second.]
[All healing effects will be reduced by 80%.]
The Overgeared members felt desperate as the notification window appeared before them.
“I will eat all of you."
Elfin Stone got up and declared. His red eyes were tinged with black. The feeling of intimidation was incomparable.
“…Now how should we defeat him?"
The Overgeared members were lost. They weren't sure how to deal with Elfin Stone, who had all his stats increased by Blood Field. As everyone was feeling desperate…
“Don't you know that I have a hidden power as well?"
Grid spoke meaningful words. Elfin Stone and the Overgeared members focused on him.
'A hidden power?'
Elfin Stone was nervous.
'Truly God Grid!'
'He had a trump card!'
The Overgeared members were delighted. As everyone's attention was fixed on him, Grid shouted.
"Item! Combi!! Nation!!!"
"…?"
Was it a cool animation like the transformation robots that were popular in his grandfather's generation. No, it was…
Ttang! Ttang!
Grid took out a hammer and anvil, before squatting down and starting to hammer. Honestly, it was ludicrous behavior.
“This person has become crazy from fear."
The previously tense Elfin Stone ridiculed Grid. The Overgeared members felt embarrassed.
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