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    Just read through to chapter 100-ish on mtl and skimmed to the ending, from what i could make out, MC decided to stay in the world and become master of Niflheim and renamed it to Valhalla? Does he have any romance interest or harem and what happens to Sirius and Yurneth are they part of his harem or love interests? It kinda felt like Yurneth mightve had a thing with Aaron instead? I didn't see Sirius anywhere in the ending. MC also seems to be attached to the original master and brought her over to his world?
     
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    Did some reading.

    Only telling spoilers that is after chapter 60 of the manhwa ( this is the first half of chapter 70 in the novel).

    • Dika can't kill humans so he was dropped out of Edith's party (party 2). He takes on an instructor role to train people for combat because they might need a future party 3.
    • Both party 1 and party 2 need 5 members for the next set of floors. Due to this party 2 needs two people.
    • Belkist (the kind of crazy looking guy) and Nerissa (the quiet looking one) are the ones who get promoted to floor 2
    • Han and Edith were going to the same draw as they did before, however Nerissa states that she wants to be in party 1. She uses one of the stones to see everything they did so far.
    • The problem is that Belkist also wants to join party 1 so there is now a conflict. Han, our MC, doesn't care so suggest that they fight and he will decide after that
    • Belkist fights like a berserker while Nerissa fights like an assassin with poison daggers and all
    • Belkist manages to barely win the fight BUT Han decides on picking Nerissa for party 1
    • The reason being "Do you know the composition of party 1? It is a swordsman, a spearman, a wizard, and an archer. It consists of four pure combatants. A talent like Nerissa is needed to respond to a wide range of variables". Belkist would've been picked if he was overwhelmingly strong but he wasn't
    • Belkist hearing this, believes he can replace Aaron's spot. He seen the things that happened already as well like Nerissa and believes that Aaron is at his limit and that another swordsman can still take his spot.
    • Han actually agrees that this is true and is aware that Aaron is slowing down compared to the others in party 1 but finds him very efficient though.
    • Han gives Aaron the choice to accept the challenge. If Belkist loses, he goes to party 2, if Aaron loses then he leaves party 1. After a couple of minutes Aaron decides to accept the challenge
    • Aaron actually does very well in the first half because he actually has experience and Belkist has not properly. However, Belkist adapts to the spear fighting and basically wins. Big reason being that Aaron is just reluctant to hurt a human being.
    • Aaron is sadly dropped out of party 1. Party 1 is now Han, Jenna, Iolka, Nerissa and Belkist.
    • Aaron opens up to Han about his inferiority and seeing how fast Jenna and Han was growing made him lose confidence in himself
    • Han suggest an instructor role for him similar to Dika but sees Aaron is not fully invested in it. Han then motivates him by talking about a guy he knew who was struggling with a spear like him (a subtle hint of his time as Loki). Aaron then tells his goal of wanting to be stronger. Han tells him he will take him to Niflheim
    • Han tells Belkist and Nerissa to do the fire resistance training since they are built around the mage. Since Aaron is gone, they don't have mid range fighter so Jenna is more focused on bow now. Belkist is front line fighter like Han, Nerissa is mid range position but rotates between combat and protection of Jenna and Iolka
    • The next problem is that Belkist and Nerissa are like cats and dogs, they don't get along whatsoever and that is bad for the team. Han wants to train their team working skills and fights both of them at the same time, problem is he whoops both of them easily
    • Han then gets both of them to team up and fight Jenna, 2 v 1. Belkist and Nerissa are overconfident and doesn't think a bow girl could take them. Instead of teaming up Belkist 1 v 1 Jenna while Nerissa stands back. Jenna whoops his ass. Nerissa decides to go next. Jenna whoops her ass. Jenna wins all 10 of the spars
    • Han is getting annoyed and threatens them as they lost their proper training time, he saids to them if they don't win tomorrow they are both getting dropped. Belkist and Nerissa then learn to work together the next morning to prepare for the fight in the afternoon against Jenna
    • During the fight they start working together properly and covering for each others weakness. Jenna loses. Since Han promises Belkist and Nerissa another spar if they win, he spars with them. He whoops both of them

    • Mostly more training stuff after that and some talk about how the first floor is going.
    • They finally enter floor 16 which is an exploration floor with the mission to search the area. Place looks like a huge mansion. Nerissa seems to be aware of the actual place. The mansion is an actual labybrinth though
    • They see a maid coughing up black blood. Han remembers this as a curse from his time as Loki. The enemies on the floor appear to be armored foes. They clear floor fine.
    • After returning back, Nerissa talks with Han and states that she use to work at the mansion before. It was known as the Golden mansion of the Halgion family, one of the four great families of Taonier.
    • Taonier continent is ruled by a single nation called the Empire. And within the empire, there are four families with as much power as the royal family. Stenberg of Demon, Halgion of Gold, Lantia of Moon, and Asinis of Martial Arts.
    • Nerissa notes: Only the entrance to the mansion is the same, but the rest of the structure is completely different. She also notes that the golden mansion has five floors and that the blood of halgion family was mixed with dragon blood. This lets Han guess that the 20th floor will be a boss dragon
    • The Master Anytng builds a storage house where you can look back on the heroes who left for the arms of the goddess. However, this is only possible if the hero's relics are placed in the archive
    • Iolka shudders as she believes the master is building their graves for anticipation of deaths on floor 20
    • It is noted the reason for this being built is Anytng following Loki's guide to give them the heroes the knowledge that they will be still remembered after death. Reduces stress supposedly
    • More training and people getting new skills. Aaron is now a part of Party 2. There are also 5 new combatants for party 3. Sharn Éonor is leader of party 3. 3 parties are needed to conquer floor 20. Dika being an instructor has allowed him to return back to floor 2.
    • Han tells everyone to prepare for floor 20 and even suggest writing wills but states he will rip it up when they die.

    • So the mission starts with party 1 going first. They end up in a place surrounded by sand with castle walls around them
    • A man wearing a flashy red coat is staring at them. Black veins were sprouting from the man's eyes. A growling voice leaked from the man's mouth. It's body turns into that of a half black dragon
    • Swords, arrows and magic don't seem to work because of its scales. It has immunity
    • Han realises that Belkist and himself are the targets of the dragon. Han tells everyone to stand back and let him aggro the dragon himself since it only attacks one person at a time. Shadow Mobs are spawning around the dragon which everyone else will deal with
    • Everyone is enduring but they will run out of stamina and can't deal any damage to the dragon. A message appears for the master to summon party 2 which they do
    • Party 2 is spawned above the castle walls and a transparent wall blocks them from interfering with party 1
    • There was a statue of the goddess standing on the altar, and there was a faint red light surrounding it. There were soldiers with murderous gaze on party 2.
    • Iolka destorys all the shadows in one hit with her level 3 spell, giving them some breathing room.
    • Party 2 defeats all the soldiers defending the altar. Edith then puts her hand on it and a message appears saying
    • ['Party 2' has occupied the altar.]
    • [The effect of the altar is applied.]
    • [Master, the Goddess' Blessing is now available for use!]
    • [Slide the LCD! Please grant holy power to the hero!]
    • [The hero’s weapon is imbued with holy power!]
    • Party 1's weapon now glows with holy light, the dragon retreats a bit. More shadow mobs spawn. Han makes a formation so people can rest and regain stamina
    • Han's in group 1. Belkist and Nerissa are in group 2. Jenna and Iolka are in group 3. Teams 1 and 2 take turns fighting him. Team 3 is rear support.
    • Enemies were climbing up the walls to reach party 2 and the altar. Dozens of soldiers are overwhelming party 2. Usher from party 2 is stabbed in the abdomen.
    • Master gets a message to deploy party 3 which they do. Han yells at Sharn to run to the tower and climb it. On that tower is a Ballista that will help kill the dragon
    • Soldiers are chasing party 3 down while party 2 is still being overwhelmed by soldiers. If soldiers occupy the altar they practically lose.
    • Sharn and the rest of party 3 reach the ballista. Sharn is using the Ballista while the rest of her party stand in front of the door
    • Jenna is out of arrows so she is now using her daggers. Sharn can't aim on the dragon as it is moving too fast so Party 1 have to hold the dragon down. Belkist holds the left wing, Nerissa holds the right wing, Han puts a sword straight in the right foot.
    • Sharn shoots a 2M bolts straight in the side of the Black dragon. It is bleeding a lot but they need to shoot it one more time
    • However, Sharn is killed with an arrow to the head by one of the soldiers. Han yells for someone in party 3 to take aim of the Ballista but they are going into panic as they lack experience. The soldiers breach the defense of party 3 and they are all killed.
    • Usher from party 2 dies from his wounds. Iolka from party 1 can't prepare her magic as they being overwhelmed. Han sees the place where the Ballista was shot that the scales have fallen off. He realises he can plunge a sword straight into the heart and kill the dragon
    • Party 2 is defending well but Diran (an archer) is stabbed in the chest and falls to the bottom of the castle wall. He dies. The altar is now occupied and party 1 lose their blessing. Dragon is immune again.
    • A soldier from behind the altar reached it and now Party 2 is back to having to attack again. 150 soldiers are occupying the altar and Edith, Roderick and Aaron are already tired and covered in blood.
    • Party 2 make one last push while party 1 focus on defending Iolka for one last big magic attack
    • They noticed that the dragon is aware of it's weak spot and actively trying to defend it. It starts targeting Iolka. Han enters a berserk state. Han lights his sword on fire and starts tearing the dragons wings off and then decapitates its head off. Han then falls into a state of exhaustion. Belkist jokingly ask if he is even human.
    • Iolka burns the body of the dragon with her magic and thus they complete the floor
    • [The lower-level daily dungeon has been opened.]
    • [The second exploration dungeon, ‘Halsea’ has been opened.]
    • [Additional facilities have been opened. Please see help.]
    • [The dimensional gap has become openable.]
    • 15 people went, 8 came back
    • Han gets a war horse from master

    • Han is now able to be promoted to 3 stars.To upgrade to 3 stars, you need an ‘intermediate upgrade seat’. ‘Intermediate Upgrade Stone’ can be manufactured by combining ‘llesser upgrade stone’ and ‘Lesser Soul Stone’
    • NOTE: Roderick from party 2 and Iolka are 3 stars
    • The keepsakes of everyone who died is being put in the storage room. Usher's hobbies were sculpture and his work is being put in there. A doll belong to Diran was also put in there. Nothing from party 3 is put in the storage as they didn't make it to the second floor.
    • Master builds a conversion house. Hero conversion is now possible. Promotion station is evoled to level 2 so the efficiency of synthesis increases
    • Jenna decides to lounge around and play chess or something.
    • Han watches a man get synthesis but this time to be uses to create materials, in this case a Lesser Soul Stone. Master gets the required material to create an Intermediate Upgrade Stone. Han is promoted to 3 stars.
    • Getting promoted means seeing more of your memories and in this case Han sees a woman holding a baby and a black hair boy alone in a corner of a room. It annoys MC because it's obviously the past of the person he possessed
    • Master summons more people where Dika who left party 2 and is an instructor now will train.
    • The Fairy Isel reveals she browse the internet and found that the current master Anytng has joins the Loki fan club. She also reveals that Niflheim has resumed recruiting cadets. Conditions are level 20 and 3 stars or higher and on server 2.
    • "We will train and advance the hero you have entrusted to us according to your desired conditions. The period is 10 days. We provide in-house training with instructors within Niflheim’s facilities. We guarantee the best effect" [Participation fee - 500 gems]
    • Fairy Isel wonders who is pretending to be Loki. However, Han thinks the purpose is that it is calling for him. Han believes that it is either Siris or Yurneth (two of the top ranking heroes in Niflheim) who did this but believes it is most likely Yurneth. The competition rate to get to it is high and Isel doesn't believe Anytng's heroes will be chosen.
    • Han tells Isel to write 3 different messages. The first an email to Anytng telling them to open a dimensional gate then leave an application comment for Niflheim's cadet recruitment. Write information that only Niflheim officials can know in the comments
    • The second message telling Anytng to train lower level heroes as they still have a chance to be talented similar to Jenna and him. He came to the conclusion that if party 2 and 3 had more higher level heroes then a lot of them wouldn't have died.
    • The third message to 'Not blindly trust Loki's strategy.' The master has to adapt and be flexible. t's good to refer to the strategy, but if you rely too much on it, you won't be able to improve your skills
    • Han wonders what happened to his body on Earth. Did he collapse? Did he disappear? or is he is vegetative state and lying in the hospital? He wants to contact cooperative masters of Niflheim
    • Han and Edith talk in a restaurant. Edith feels responsible for the deaths in her party. Roderick is fine and Aaron is training more than before. The people on the 1st floor don't want to try combat anymore since party 3 all died. Better to just eat potatoes than to die in a fight
    • A problem of party 3 is that they lacked experience and had no clue on handling a boss stage. There is an need to upgrade the training facility. Edith is amazed by Han's judgement and fighting power and feels inadequate compared to him. Han steps on her foot and tells her that he can't do this alone.
    • Han tells Edith that he will away soon and that master Anytng will summon a high level hero soon that can fill in for party 3.He also tells her that there is 100 million places like the waiting room they are in.
    • Master Anytng opens a dimensional gate. Opening a dimensional gate leaves the waiting room exposed to being invaded but you can interact with other masters. Master needs to build evacuation routes in case of invasions.
    • A dimensional gate doesn't work without an airship and a mage to operate it. However, Niflheim was providing airships.
    • Belkist and Aaron are training together but Belkist wins again. Han tells Aaron to follow him. Jenna beats Iolka in chess which shocks Iolka. He tells Aaron and Jenna that they are going to Niflheim for a months training. Aaron doesn't think he is worthy but Han reminds him that his goal is to be stronger and that this will help. However, Jenna and Aaron were still level 19 and you need to be 20.
    • Han warns Aaron that it will be a month for him and Jenna but for him it might be longer. Aaron still accepts to go. Aaron leaves party 2.
    • Master Anytng is surprised that all 3 heroes that she applied for Nifheim training all got accepted as odds were 100 to 1.
    • Belkist and Nerissa are annoyed that they aren't going but Han promises they will eventually go. Belkist ask if Han will come back or change affiliation but Han promises he ain't changing sides and will come back.
    • An airship arrives. Edith, Iolka, Belkist, Nerissa and Roderick say farewell. Han leaves Edith in charge and reminds Iolka to do research and stop trying to skip. Fairy Isel cries at the thought of Han changing affiliation as she heard a rumor. Han, Jenna and Aaron leave.
    • Airships are usually exclusive to nobles in Aaron and Jenna's world so they never ridden one before. Han, Jenna and Aaron are all 3 stars. There are also heroes from other masters on the airship.The mage in charge of the airship is Liddell but Han can't remember her because there were like 20000 heroes in Niflheim. They do a dimensional leap like star wars warping.
    • Jenna and Aaron are gobsmacked by the airship carrier that can carry 37 combat airships. They arrived at Niflheim.
    • They are further surprised by how huge the waiting room of Niflheim is. They meet their instruction who is middle aged man. He had short, graying hair, and a gold medal hung from his black uniform. It was a symbol symbolizing the instructor. He was Elderkin. Ranked 114th.
    • the waiting room is Niflheim had 13 floors and each floor is huge. It also has an elevator which Jenna has never seen before. Some of the other heroes don't know what the machine is and are afraid to enter. Elderkin just beats them up and throws them inside. Han is unable to view the status window of Elderkin as protection measures are in place which he was aware of but wanted to test.
    • Han, Jenna and Aaron are taken to floor 2. A female instructor is seen on a high podium, addressing the new recruits. The woman, with her bluish-black hair tied back, wears a gold coat over a black uniform. At her waist she wore her blue sword. According to her appearance, she is in her late 20s, but since the hero does not age, her exact age is unknown. She was Eclat and rank 9.
    • <From now on, you will receive proper training from us to carry out your duties. But I don't force it. You can go back without doing anything. We will do our best, but it is your choice whether to receive training or not.>
    • <You guys are just guests. Just like I once was.>
    • She ask one of the new recruits, how many air ships they have. They reply 2. She replies that Niflheim has 427. She talks about whether the master is meeting their expecatations? Whether they would sacrifice their life for them? Can you compare them to Loki?
    • <Out of 100 of you, 80 will become chess pieces and die in vain. And the remaining 10 people will be no more than that and will disappear as mere sacrifices. This is your fate. You become toys to be played with, thrown away like trash without any honor.>
    • <But this place is different. If you prove your worth, he will reward you appropriately.>
    • Eclat reveals she was once an enemy of Niflheim. Han remembers when he was trying to conquer the 80th floor and lost a lot of power, Eclat was one of the heroes who attacked him, despite being in an cooperative relationship. Han destroyed their waiting room in retaliation and captured Eclat. Siris wanted to execute her but Loki needed heroes to resplenish his power.
    • Eclat reveals that the top 3 out of the recruits will be granted permanent residence in Niflheim.

    • It is elaborated by Han that a master can benefit from their heroes top 3 and sold to another master as they can get gems. To prospects can be sold for up to 5000 gems. Niflheim has millions of gems though.
    • Even if a hero is not selected, heroes who have completed training are worth enough gems, and if you are selected, you can get a lot of gems for paid draws. It was not a loss-making business for them.
    • There are 54 warriors and 46 thieves in the recruits and 2 different instructors. They are split up with Han and Aaron going to Warriors and Jenna to Thieves. The warrior side had Elderkin as an instructor
    • The warriors are taken to an auditorium. Everyone lines up in front of Elderkin while they rank the recruits by looking at stat window
    • Here, recruits are classified into four levels according to their stats and skills. Low, middle, high, top. After dividing the groups into groups, different training is provided, starting with the in-depth training course.
    • Aaron is ranked as low. When they get to Han they are surprised that someone born as 1 star is this skilled. Han remains in the auditorium while everyone else moves ahead. Elderkin has reported Han to an higher up who will be coming, Elderkin leaves.
    • Han finally remembers Elderkin as someone else who was born a 1 star. He remembers him panicking and doing nothing in his first battle. Han finds it funny that he is now an instructor
    • The higher up who arrives is Eclat. She reveals she is here to question him. Eclat quickly pulls a sword on his neck. Han notices that he wasn't able to pull his sword quickly enough compared to her.
    • Eclat ask how Han knows that Loki is gone? She threatens that she will kill him if he doesn't provide the source of this information and whether he got it from his master.
    • Han just states to "come out Yurnet". A fog appears and out comes Yurnet, Rank 2 in Nifheim. She kneels on one knee to Han while Han simply moves the sword away from his neck. He then states that he is Loki.
    • Yurnet gets angry at Eclat not putting her sword away. She is also angry that Eclat wounded master's body. Eclat apologies and prostrates herself. Han tells Yurnet to forgive Eclat as she was just doing her job.
    • Yurnet snaps her finger and her and Han are now in a garden looking place. It was one of her space magic. There is a luxurious table in front of the chair and a high-quality teacup and kettle were placed on the table. It's the top floor of Niflheim, 13th floor.
    • Yurnet pours Han a cup. Han then asks how Yurnet knew he was Loki. Yurnet states that the information on Loki was only known to those on the 12th floor and above. Which meant that if anyone outside knew that information then it would be Loki.
    • Han doesn't think that would be enough of a reason. Yurnet then states that she was aware he had already fallen into Moebius. She states that the connection between the top and the Master is deeper and stronger than he thinks
    • A girl wearing a black maid's uniform and braided gray hair is standing at the entrance to the garden. It was Nisled, Yurnet's personal secretary
    • She reveals that Nihaku and Muden are on a business trip. Lydigion and her are on standby. And Siris is gone. (you see this in the earlier manhwa chapters)
    • Nihaku is in charge of foreign affairs and is often away. Muden lives outside of Nifheim.
    • Nisled the maid provides cookies and more tea. Han asks why they don't hate him? He didn't train heroes and run a waiting room out of affection. He used them like chess pieces
    • Yurnet replies that "The Master never discriminated against us, he always gave us opportunities, and he always made the right decisions and led us to victory.”
    • “If it weren’t for the Master, our Niflheim would have rotted away and disappeared long ago. Me and everyone else.”
    • Yurnet then states that she has prepared a mansion for him on the 13th floor. However, Han declines as the dormitory at the training centre was enough. Yurnet is sad as she provided a welcome party and watchings of master's victories. She suggested sending all the recruits back, replacing the instructor, tearing down the training centre and making it better. Han rejects all of it.
    • Han tells Yurnet and Nisled to not reveal his true identity to others. He also praises Yurnet for maintaining Nifheim without him. Just as he is about to leave, he can hear a yell "“Where is the Master? Yurnet". Yurnet saids it seems like Lydigion has noticed.
    • Han is surprised as he didn't think that was Lydigion personality as he doesn't even blink an eye even when all his colleagues are gone. Han enters the portal and leaves without meeting Lydigion as he can do that later. He wonders why Nisled is with him. She states for his safety
    • Han is sleeping on the 5th floor where the instructors live even though he is meant to be on the 4th floor. This is because a mysterious fire broke out in his room. Most likely Yurnet's doing. Nisled is a maid for him with his stealth abilities as she is a master assassin. She is 6 stars and reached top 100 simply by being that alone.
    • Han meets up with Jenna and Aaron. Jenna was talking with others and they mentioned how amazing the place is and its facilities. Jenna notes hearing that Loki has never losted any battles with other masters.
    • Jenna hears how everyone wants to get into Nifheim as there are no worries about being synthesized or dying on a mission. The welfare is perfect, and the evaluation of merit is also excellent. They don’t discriminate against people who come from other places.
    • Han asks about what they want, Jenna and Aaron reply that they will go back though as their friends are waiting.
    • They all enter a lecture room where Elderkin is teaching recruits. They are taught about applying theories to mission and combat. Also combat techniques. The recruits are confused.
    • Elderkin tells them that to survive they need knowledge as the laws from this world is different from their old one.
    • Jenna realises that all the things Elderkin are teaching, she heard before. This is because Han taught her it. Many found the lecture boring including Han but that was because he knew all of it.
    • Han returns to the garden and meets with Yurnet again. Han asks her how much she knows. Yurnet replies that she is aware she is a chess piece and moves for masters entertainment. She is also aware of the internet which is how she posted the recruitment information.
    • She also learns about Earth's civilisation that way. She reveals that the source of their powers come from the Master. The higher the level, the stronger the power, the stronger the connection between the Master and the hero. The top 5 knew instinctively that the master fell into Moebius.
    • Han notes that despite Yurnet (rank 2) and Eclat (rank 9) both being 6 stars, Yurnet is massively stronger. He notes that if all people ranked below 100 fought the top 5, the top 5 would still win.
    • Yurnet notes that heroes grow closer to the master as they grow. The more careful and attentive the Master is to them. It's a direct result of the interference force.
    • Interference Force.

      "A source that bends the causality of this world and modifies its laws.

      It builds up on its own when a Master connects and observes or acts in the waiting room.

      Also, according to Isel's explanation, the higher the number of floors reached, the better the cumulative efficiency. In any case, these interference powers are used to summon heroes, organize missions, and create facilities.
    • Yurnet describes herself as more of a 6.5 star who are in Moebius but has one foot on earth.
    • Han then ask why he was sent to Moebius but Yurnet does not have an answer despite the top 5 all investigating
    • Yurnet notes that as the Hero draws closer to the Master, the Master draws closer to the Hero. That must be one of the conditions under which Mobius was able to tolerate the Master's presence.
    • Han and Yurnet then notes that 7 stars are maybe those who have transcended the restraints of the system. Half-heroes, half-masters.
    • Han notes being in direct combat with a seven-star. He was level 315, which he managed to defeat, but it was a ridiculous level. The system capped his level at 99.
    • Han notes that Siris didn't leave to find him. She was trying to find out why he got sent down to Moebius.
    • Han asks how long Nifheim has left as an account is deleted after 6 months of inactivity. Yurnet notes that Nifheim has lots of interference energy and can last 10 years.
    • Yurnet takes Han to a castle with a throne. She asks for Han to return as a master. His affiliation will change and will be de facto administrator in absence of master. Anytng would be rewarded 10000 gems. However, Han rejects the offer.
    • Yurnet is tearing up and wondering if they not worthy but Han states it is because he is still weak and he doesn't want to take a cheap way. Firstly, he doesn't want to rely on Nifheim. Secondly, he is not ready to be responsible for them as he now realises they are real beings. Thirdly, he wants to return to Earth so he might not see them again
    • Yurnet asks what happens if beating 100 floors doesn't return him, he then states that he will what she wants.
    • The next day, Han is about to continue with training but then sees a clone of himself. Yurnet has made this stand-in as she says the Theory training would be pointless for him. Han accepts the stand in
    • Nisled ask what Han plans to do, he says personal training. Han is walking around and sees the hero summoning is still occuring despite the master's absence.
    • The fourth floor was for the basic combatants.
      They fought unimportant battles and escorted the Foragers on the third floor to the daily dungeons. As you move up the ranks, you get more responsibility, more power, and more benefits.
    • Nifheim's workforce is dominated by the middle tier, from the fifth to the eighth floor.
    • The ninth level is where the officers and administrators are located.They were in charge of commanding battles and managing Nifheim's facilities. From the tenth floor onward, they became more authoritative.
    • On the eleventh floor, the number of men is dramatically reduced. Only 400
    • On the 12th floor, 90.
    • The 13th floor is 10 people but technically 5 as the top 5 have adjutants who are temporary.
    • Han is back at the garden and eating bread and salad. Yurnet still wants the master to rely on them.
    • Han tells her to give Taoneer 1 million gems which Yurnet considers a crabby favour. Assistance to the Taonians is strictly forbidden. No contact, no interference unless Han states so.
    • Han then moves to Iron Mountain and there he finally meets Lydigion

    • Lydigon wants to train Han. He was a 2 star hero at birth.
    • Lydigon purposely lowers his stats to that of a 1 star hero. It was to train skills without relying on the body. but he is actually 7 stars. He is still weaker than Siris and Yurneth though which is why he is rank 3
    • Han goes berserk mode to fight but still loses. Lydigion notes that: Having great power doesn’t just make the sword stronger. The same goes for speed. Even if you swing it with a force of 10, the sword does not carry its full force.
    • Lydigion notes that Han's style is similar to Siris (rank 1). Since he is only here for a month, Lydigion wants to focus on perfecting the basics.
    • Han is half master and half hero, because of that he can still retain his mind when using berserk. Lydigion notes that 7 stars have more efficient sythesis. When a hero receives sacrifice data, more than 90% of the information is lost during the transmission process. Even if a hero with 100 power is used as a sacrifice, the target hero will only become 10 stronger.
    • Han notes that a 4 star swordswoman was synthesis into him at the beginning. Too much synthesis isn't good though as it could result in them being put on a different skill set. It might be why Han has no defense skills
    • There are no high-level heroes higher than 4 stars in Taoneer yet. However, as the waiting room expands and the number of floors increases, new rooms will be added one by one. Likely no heroes will be synthesised with Han anymore.
    • Han continues to train with Lydigidion for 10 days. Han calls Yurnet and tells her to open portal to Mugen as he will send someone there
    • Next day, Han reunites with Jenna and Aaron. Jenna notes that Han feels different today. Han is impressed that she noticed something odd with the Yurnet made that was his stand in.
    • Han tells Aaron to meet him later. Han takes him through to a portal to the garden. Aaron meets Yurnet who introduces herself as the Master’s right hand man. Nisled saids it is actually Siris. Aaron is massively confused.
    • Han asks again if Aaron wants to be stronger. Aaron is unsure. Yurnet then says ""There is one idiot who is far behind our guests in terms of talent, but has reached the same level as us. No matter how much people around him have tried to push him, he has never been able to learn properly."
    • She opens a portal to Ruanan where Mugen resides. It was a plain filled with swirling sand and dust. The sky was shining a pale red color.T he flow of time in Ruanan is different from Nifheim as well. Nisled tells Aaron that After Muden-sama achieved results, many aspirants followed buit they all died.The survival rate is less than 3%
    • Despite this, Aaron decides to go. Han was going to go with him but Aaron told him not to as people needed him.
    • Han tells Yurneth that if he survives, to send him straight to Taoneer.
    • The next day, Jenna doesn't question Aaron's disappearance. She notes that Aaron told her yesterday that he might not come back.
    • Han manages to finally land a hit on Lydigidion during training. His skills have evolved and he is warrior class now.
    • Han asks Nislead about Jenna. She completed training as Theif and is now working on mixing rapid fire and spotting weaknesses. She had 37 spars with other recruits and won them all. She is now receiving separate training with Nezel Rexna, who ranks 13th. She was the second highest ranking archer after Nihaku (rank 5)
    • Han tells Nisled to make sure she is taught trap skills. Han meetsup with Yurnet again
    • Yurnet provides him with a black ring. [Proof of Fall] [Grade: SS] [Legendary!] [A ring made by specially processing star iron from Niflheim. It contains the power to transcend the law. However, in order to utilize this, higher-level magic is required.] [Remarks - Specially bound item. Ownership cannot be transferred. Indestructible.]
    • He can also communicate with Yurnet from anywhere. The ring can manipulate status windows and logs as well. For example changing the rings status window to show it as a C- grade to fool the master. But if the Master of Taoneer enters the 50th floor or higher, the effect will decrease.
    • Han then ask Yurnet that he wants to borrow a weapon

    • Han looks at all the weapons, some being able to break through immunity even. However, these weapons have downsides so he comes to the conclusion that he must build a new weapon.
    • Yurnet summons a blacksmith to aid Han. While other masters auto craft, Han was doing manual crafting which involves doing hard puzzles such as rhythm games. He has to do 13 in a row for his crafting
    • He succeeds and creates the Bifrost weapon. The weapon has lots of interference energy so it can perform dimensional leap. This would allow Nifheim to summon any weapons that Master Loki needs.
    • Han doesn't want that but Yurnet is persistent and states one condition to get him to accept. She will only help 3 times. It would be weird if he suddenly uses a strong weapon so it can only be done when they are not watching
    • It has now been a month. Han is top ranking of the recruits which he finds odd because he barely left the dormitory. He was ranked 1 simply because Yurnet said so. Han found that ridiculous but Yurnet states it was also done to justify giving him a powerful weapon. the Bifrost. Jenna was first in the Rouge/Thieves training and second overall in rankings.
    • Ecle (Eclat) has come around several times to apologise for her actions. Han writes a message to tell her to keep up the good work. Nisled takes the letter to give to her.
    • Han eats breakfast one last time with Yurnet. Yurnet asks again if he doesn't want to stay but he obviously rejects. He still finds it interesting that they don't hate him.
      He has given them harsh orders, sent them into battles where their chances of survival were slim to none, and sent them to their deaths for the slightest misstep. Except for Siris, who never rebelled. Even Siris only refused to obey orders when she was half-dead.
    • Yurnet just requests that Han calls them at once a week. Han then says goodbye to Lydigion as well. Lydigion has nothing to say except for the day Master Loki calls him. Han packs up and reunites with Jenna.
    • They return back on the airship but during the dimensional travel he can see someone on one of the small islands looking at them. It was Siris (rank 1). Han smirks as it was clear that Siris was aware he arrive back at Nifheim. He wasn't ready to meet her yet until he was stronger.
    • Han and Jenna successfully return back to Taonier. The master is not online. Jenna returns to her room. Iselle appears to talk with Han. Iselle tells Han that Taonier now has a 3rd floor.
    • The first floor is for useless dregs. The second floor is for assistants and unripe prospects, and the third floor is for main combatants
    • Iselle tells Han that is now 15 people on the 3rd floor including him. The surprising revelation was that the master managed to beat the 25th floor without Han and Jenna. Han decides to read the missing logs.
    • Master Anytng followed his advice to do more advance summonings. They acquired 4 Three star heroes: Rakari, Nishazu, Daruma and Nandio. They also acquired one super rare 4 star hero Kishasha. Han is a little annoyed at how super luck the master was compared to him
    • Han arrives at 3rd floor, he sees Belkist training. Belkist then requests for a spar. Han notices he doesn't use a shield anymore and Belkist notices Han's new sword. They spar but Han wins.
    • Belkist tells Han that 4 of them are okay to fight but warns of one of them. They return to their quarters and he notices Iolka sleeping on the couch and that the layout has changed. Rooms are no longer randomly allocated. Those in the same party sleep in the same quarters.
    • The next day, party 1 meetup again. Iolka was on the couch because she was waiting for Han but got sleepy. Han notices the table shook. He then kicks the table and sees a kid underneath. A girl crouched where the table had been.She had black hair and wore a dress woven from animal skins. She was Twelve or thirteen at most.
    • "I am Rakari Vikshabi, a member of the proud Zilpung tribe. I'm not like you dirty, filthy humans!"
    • The party 3 members are all Beastmen . An extremely rare race that lives in the far east of the Empire
    • Jenna finds Rakari cute. It seems the problem is that party 3 is not cooperative. He tells the rest of the party to train while he confronts them. Belkist warns that the kid is nothing but the others are different.
    • Han then meets Edith in the hallway. Edith is about to go on a mission so doesn't have time to catch up. Rakari tries to attack Han but Han just grabs her wrist and shook her violently until she was quiet again.

    • Han sees two grown women wearing animal skins. Han mocks them for sending Rakari as a spy as she didn't do a good job at it. Beastmen have no discernible difference. They wear unusual clothing and have sharp nails. There were no animal ears or tails. The two women then disappear with Rakari
    • Han goes to the training grounds and sees a lone women there, Kishasha Bikshabi. Her brown hair stretched down her back like a mane. Apparently, she was not much older than Rakari.
    • Kishasha thinks of Han as the strongest male here and challenges him to a fight. Han struggles a bit with her strength and speed. He also sees her status and notes that she has an advantage over him in every stat. Han enters berserk mode. However, Kishasha transforms into a 2 meter long beast.
    • The fight ends up being a draw. Kishasha had watched his battle son the replay stone and had her eye on him, and the second was that as soon as she got word of his arrival, she sent Rakari to fetch him.
    • Rakari didn't like humans as she lost her parents to them and Kishasha realised in hindset that she wasn't good person to send for an invitation.
    • Kishasha then started eating raw meat and offered Han to eat but he rejects noting in his head that they are indeed different species. He then ask her for cooperation of climbing the tower which she didn't hesistate.
    • "Is it really necessary to say that? My clan came here with a contract in the first place. I was going to ask for it from my side."

      "A contract."

      "Yes. The end of the world. As our home was being consumed by darkness, we heard a voice...... and it said it would save us."
    • Kishasha gives warning telling them that no human is allowed in their territory (party 3's place) but welcomes Han anytime.
    • Han returns to training center and meets up with his party. He has concerns about party 2 as he remembers Edith's expression not being positive.
    • Master Anytng has logined and sees a reward from "Loki" rewarding them for their heroes being the top 2.
    • [You have acquired an 'Advanced Soulstone'!]

      [You have earned 'Advanced Upgrade Seat X 2']!

      [You've earned '300,000 Gold'!]

      [Loot Guide]

      [Han(★★★) - Dark Ring(C-), Enchanted Steel Sword(A)]

      [Jenna(★★★) - Magic Expansion Quiver(B)]
    • Master Anytng gives a war horse to Han again. He doesn't like continuously receiving it though and tosses it. Iselle catches it though and puts it on the pedestal next to the fountain. Iselle gives the master a new tip
    • [Master, if your gift is lowering your hero's likability, change it up; likability is an important indicator of hero responsiveness].
    • The master then gives him a white horse statue which disappoints him further. Master doesn't open the gift shop anymore after that and focuses on sending the reserve combatants into the dungeons
    • Han wants to view the 25th floor records which the master gives permission for. He sees that it is a desert with scorching sun. He then sees a person fully covered running. It is revealed to the be the once princess that Han helped, Priasis, who is now labelled a witch.
    • He sees that the mission again on the floor was to help her escape. A crossbow man is about to shoot her but is killed by Rakari. The guards chasing her are all killed by Kishasha and party 3
    • Kishasha tells Priasis to follow her. Priasis is surprised as Beastmen don't live in the tropics. Priasis tries asking them questions but they threatened to cut her arm off. Priasis undeterred asks them about Han.
    • Kishasha gives a vague response about how he went somewhere else and maybe died. Monsters are starting to come from outside the village so party 3 realise they must protect Priasis from them
    • The Beastmen can run really fast which Han notes that even he wouldn't be able to keep up with. Priasis obviously can't keep up with them so party 3 decides to slow down. They note that there is 3 exits. West is being attacked by monsters, east where humans are fleeing and north which is empty.
    • They decide to head north which only has 30 monsters. Priasis however asks them to help the humans. They reject but Priasis kneels and begs for it and a side quest appears.
    • [Objective - Buy time for the refugees to evacuate!]

      [Reward - Increased NPC favorability, mid-level experience and gold, unlock bonus stages]
      [Master, you can instruct your heroes to perform quests!]

      [1. Perform Perfectly - Protect the Refugees and Defend the City (Reward X 2)]

      [2. Perform - Protect Refugees]

      [3. Refuse]

      [Hero's intentions are as follows]]

      [Kishasha - Negative]

      [Rakari - Extremely negative]

      [Nishaz - Negative]

      [Nandio - neutral]

      [Daruma - positive]
    • Master Anytng rejects the sub quest as she can see the overall feelings of the party was negative. Kishasha also notes that there is too much risk and losing a member is not easily replaceable. Priasis complies with great sadness and noting that she still can't do anything.
    • Party 3 go towards north gate while seeing the amount of human corpses on the floor. They kill a bunch of lizardman on the way. Han notes that this floor is actually rather easy and they don't even encounter a boss.
    • Han sees a message that sub quest can be retried:
      [Missions with branching subquests can be retried. This is regardless of whether or not the boss stage has been cleared. However, you will not be able to get the clear reward you have already earned]. Han decides to do it
    • Han meets up with party 1 again about doing the 25th floor. Han doesn't use a shield anymore but the role remain the same.
    • They meet Edith and the new members of party 2: Annan, Benik, and Lirini. All three are not very old. Late teens to early to mid-20s. Their eyes sparkle with longing as they look at Han.
    • Annan was a compliant-looking young man with attractive blond hair. He wore simple leather armor, a slender longsword at his waist and a round shield on his back.
    • Benik, a young man with a calm demeanor, A pair of daggers and a shortbow hung from his waist. It was the same weapon configuration as Edith's
    • Lirini. her expression is stoic. A long spear, well over her height, hung from her back
    • Party 1 and 2 face off to improve teamwork.
    • Han calls Iselle after training: wanting to manipulate information so the master doesn't suspect a thing. Han starts making anti heat potions. They proceed to do floor 25.

    • Here they meet Priasis. She is shocked to see Han again, she then ask where the Beastmen are? Han replies at home sleeping. Han tells her he is here to help the people evacuate. Party 1 proceeds to kill the lizardmen and save survivors. The survivors can't see Han and friends.
    • A soldier then emerges from the group of survivors and tries to criticise her as a traitor who summon demons. He is then hit in the back of the head and knocked unconcious. Priasis leads the survivors to safety. The survivors will remember that.
    • They see a shaman lizardman who wore red feathered robes and carried a curved staff. It can speak human language
      "How dare you deny the laws of nature, Krallak! I will bring heavenly punishment upon this unholy land......."
    • It gets headshotted by Jenna instantly. They then kill the whol 100s of lizardmen. Priasis is surprised by how strong they become. It has been 3 years for her since last time she saw Han (2 months for Han though).
    • Some more lizardmen arrive but see all the corpses and run away. Nerissa goes to scout while Jenna takes Iolka and Belkist away so Han and Priasis can speak.
    • Priasis notes how she has constantly been chased by Inquisitors from the Order and countless hunters for a bounty. She notes that Halcyon, one of the Four Great Houses was most active in pursuing her.
    • She notes that it was surprising that their whole settlement was in ruin. This is noted by Han to most likely be the result of their actions on floor 20.
    • Priasis reveals that she is here in the desert to find an object that will help her save the continent. Party 1 clear the quest and surprising all the bodies of lizardman disappear. Han notes that Priasis most likely died once when the scummy heroes attempted floor 15 but it was undone when they did the same quest. He finds the world to be really ridiculous.
    • Priasis ask Han if they will meet again, Han replies on the next floor. They unlock the rewards from completing the subquest.

      [The bonus stage will be unlocked].

      [The bonus stage can be challenged in the 'Nexus'].

      [Limit - 1 chance, 1 person only].
    • Han makes a request to the master to do the bonus stage.The field was a labyrinth.There was no special reward for being a bonus stage. It was just a bunch of intricate paths. No monsters, no traps.Han memorizes every detail of the labyrinth's structure and after about an hour, he found the exit.
    • The next day they attempted floor 26 where they reunite with Priasis. The quest being to escort and protect her. They find some elite Lizardmen with better gear than the ones before. They kill them all.
    • Half a day it proceeds mostly the same and then they complete the quest. Han tells Priasis that he will meet them on the next level. The next day, the same but it was cold instead of hot.
    • Priasis states that from her dreams, they have less than a decade until destruction.The Key she is looking for, is an object only found in the founding myths of the Empire, and if she can take it, House Assinis will lend her their power supposedly. They are another of the great 4 houses of the empire.
    • Iolka and Jenna are watching smirking.
      "That's it, isn't it?"

      "I think so, too. It's a picture, the Empress of the Empire and......."

      "A bodyguard knight protecting her! Fufu, this is what I read in the books come to life......."
    • The 27th floor ends safely. The next evening, party 3 is called on a mission and they do floor 28 while party 1 train. A transfer station was set up Niflheim allowing them to transfer skills. Belkist is 3 star warrior now and Nerissa 3 star rogue. The 29th floor was done by party 2 (2 veterans and 3 rookies) they succeed though.
    • They weren't read for floor 30 yet so they were all training and leveling up. They were resent to floor 28 and to massacre lizardman, Priasis was not seen during this.
    • During this, Master Anytng was preparing reserve party. Party 4 and Party 5. Those on the first floor that were caught stealing fruits and meat during day dungeons were synthesised or locked away in a remote location.
    • While Han was in his room. he calls Yurnet telling her that he will proceed with a boss floor. Yurnet wants to send Nihaku to Taoneer but Han rejects this. Han gut feeling is that the labyrinth from the bonus stage will come into play.
    • The next day, Anytng sends the heroes who stole supplies into floor 30 as vanguard to gain information. They sent 5 parties of one hero. They lasted less than 5 minutes.
      [*Note!]

      [*This is a large mission that requires a party of five. If you don't have enough party members, use paid or free summons to recruit more heroes!]
    • Master Anytng continues sending party 4 and 5 on missions to increase their combat proficiency. Iolka was suddenly taken to the Hall of Magic. Eighteen hours a day, Iolka was forced to work on problems. This being Iolka is still the only researcher in Taonier. They need her research level to be 5 as it is only 3 now. After struggling for three days and three nights, Iolka was freed.
    • She unlocked smooth communication which allows them Long-distance conversation. This allows the party to communicate over great distances, which is essential for missions that use large fields. People basically hear a voice in their head. The first is that only the party leader can use it. The second is that you can't communicate with the same party. The distance was not long. A kilometer at most. Han tells Edith about the skill.
    • Master Anytng was also using the replay stones on party 4 and 5 to make up for their lack of experience of boss floors.
    • Han goes to training centre and sees Belkist and Nerissa sparing. Jenna notes that Belkist always fights like he is putting his life on the line even in a duel. Han notes that Belkist now completely outmatches Nerissa as a pure combatant but Nerissa is more focused on secondary skills related to intellegence and traps.
    • Han then proceeds to spar with Belkist. Han notes that Belkist is inferior to Jenna in terms of talent but has immense fighting spirit. No matter how many times he is knocked down, he gets up and fights back.
    • The following afternoon.The leaders of the five parties gathered in the lobby of the third floor quarters. Edith is surprised that Kishasha (leader of party 3) is here. Kisha states she won't neglect anything that involves doing the mission. Edith is thankful and bows lightly to her. Kisha replies:
      "You may not be a trained warrior, but you are polite, which is not human."
      "I take that as a compliment."
    • Edith states that she brought this meeting up to establish a chain of command. Since there is 25 of them they need one clear captain which Edith suggest that it be Han. Kishasha is fine with this.
    • A middle aged man stands up. He is Raiman of the Fourth Party. He asks if he is to follow Han instructions. Han replies yes to basic instructions but the rest is up to him. He then gives the 2 new leaders a rundown on basic course of action. Never panic if someone in your party dies. Keep your cool in any situation. Remember teamwork.
    • They now proceed to do floor 30. Han is put as raid leader by Master Anytng as he was recommended by other heroes. They enter one after another and see a bunch of stone buildings all buried in sand. Han only sees party 1 here and uses the communication skill to ask Edith where they are.
    • Edith replies with a similar view to them. Han tells her to meet them in the centre. Han is also able to come in contact with Raiman and gives the same command. Han gives Nerissa a command to scout ahead and see if she finds Priasis.
    • Nerissa finds Priasis lying in the middle of the street. Han gives her water and an anti heat potion. The mission log appears.
      [Floor 30].

      [Mission Type - Exploration]

      [Objective - ???]

      [Special Objective - Survival of NPC 'Priasis Al Ragnar']

    • Party 1 meets up with the rest of the party at the centre. Priasis introduces herself to everyone. Raiman of Party 4 recognise her surname "Al Ragnar" as the imperial royal family but doesn't question it further.
    • There is a temple with a massive marble door at the front. Han states party 1 will enter first while the rest wait outside. Inside they spot the dagger. Priasis grabs the dagger and then everything begins to shake. They run out of the temple.
    • Once outside, the sandstorm is clear but the ground continuously shaking. Han gives the command to run out of the city. Buildings are collapsing around them and a 20 meter high tidal wave of sand was incoming. During the run, a girl named Jedi (3 star) dies.
    • They narrowly avoid the giant wave and escape the city. The whole city collapses.
      A wall of flames rose from the outskirts of the desert.The flames began to move in a wide circle, trapping them. Buildings are getting tossed around. Then the sand rose like a mountain, up to 300m. It was a supersized monster.
    • [Mission type changed].

      [Mission Type - Exterminate]

      [Objective - Slay this enemy!]

      [Special Objective - Survival of NPC 'Priasis Al Ragna']
    • Some newbie heroes: Gilbert, Rikalen and Vidyn (all 3 star) fall into a panic. An ant can't take on a giant is how they felt. Belkist was pissed at them and was about to strike them down. Han tells Belkist to stop though.
    • Gilbert the leader of party 5 was panicking about the idea of fighting the giant and didn't want to do it. Han uses a sword and wounds his shoulder. He starts squirming on the ground. Han turns to the guy behind him and ask for his name. He says it is Rikan Snail. Han tells him he is leader of party 5 now.
    • Han tells Rikan that he has a choice to die or to fight and survive. Rikan chooses to fight and the fear in party 5 is quelled. Monsters such as lizardmen are spawning from the flames. There are also golems near the giant but as long as they keep their distance from us, they won't be attacked
    • Party two, front row. Parties four and five in the rear. Party 1 protects the escort. Party 3 did their own thing and charged at the lizardmen. Han decided to leave party 3 alone.
    • The giant throws a punch but the party all disperse to their roles. Party 1 deals with the lizardmen and golems near the giant while Priasis follows along.
    • Han notes this is similar to floor 20 with infinite monsters. Han uses his communication skill and ask if anyone sees a goddess statue similar to floor 20. Kishasha replies that shes one buried in the sand in the west. Han asks Kishasha to put her hand on the statue.
    • Gilbert dies. The activated statue binds the giants hand to the ground, allowing them to climb. The remaining survivors climb on to the statue but the statue self defence system activates. Suddenly, a ballista popped out of the side of its forearm.
    • Han hands Kishasha a map (the labyrinth layout) as the interior of the statue matched it. Party 2 - 5 were going inside but party 1 would climb outside. While climbing, they are dealing with the lizardmen. The statue's 'self-defense system' goes into phase two
    • The side of the forearm opened, and a machine the size of a pincer popped out. Five arrows were mounted in the scope. It was a double-barreled ballista. Iolka blows it up though.
    • There was a mechanical sound, and then something rose up.It was a giant crystal, glowing blue. Nerissa and Belkist destroy the crystal. The statue's 'self-defense system' goes into phase three.
      White light began to gather in its two eyes.
      [An ancient stone statue casts 'Eyeball Beam'!]
    • Party 1 dodges the attack. Down below, 2 heroes Vidin (3 star) and Rosa (2 star) die. Through communication, he found out the attack was similar below as well. When at the shoulder of the statue, the statue shakes violently and Han falls off. He manages to pin himself with the sword though. Master Anytng takes a screenshot.
    • Jenna was going to help Han but he tells them to continue as Crystals will keep appearing and they need to destroy them. Han manages to get himself back inside. He asks Kishasha about her situation. She smashes a golem and sees a series of stairs.
    • Han runs up some stairs and catches up with party 1. The statue's 'self-defense system' moves to stage 4. A large coffin-like object rose from near the statue's neck, and an opening opened. A golem 2m tall appears. It uses a beam attack but Hans sword Bifrost blocks the beam and then he proceeds to cut it down.
    • They run further and see another golem but with crossbows but they throw a spear in its eye and run past and slide into a new area.
      A circular room the size of a sports field.
      The walls and floor are all black metal.
      Red fluorescent lights flickered from the ceiling
    • The statue's 'self-defense system' is moving into its final stages. A steam engine that appeared to be a cylinder bobbed busily up and down. Next to it, a large iron gate stood out. They hear something from the speakers.
    • <Crack, crack, crack. Welcome to the chamber of trials, foolish warrior!">
      <Kahaha, taste the greatest masterpiece I have ever created in my life!>
      [X Magical Golem Lv.35]

      [Y Magical Golem Lv.33]

      [Z Magical Golem Lv.34]

      A blade golem, a crossbow golem, and an axe golem.

    • The exit begins to close but Han slides his scabbard below it, blocking the gap. They all escape through it leaving the golems behind. Master Anytng buys a cheer stick from the store. She slides left and right on the screen to cheer for the heroes. Jenna notes that the light is weird and Han just tells her to ignore it.

    • The golems are chasing party 1 down. The inventor is pissed that they mocked his inventions. Edith communicates to Han saying how there are now hundreds of enemies on their side.
    • The passage party 1 is in narrow. So Nerissa, Belkist and Iolka stay behind to hold the golems behind.
    • Rosa(★★) has died.
    • Han and Jenna proceed while killing the lizardmen along the way. They kick a door down and enter a circular room tens of meters across, with large monitors stretching out in all directions, a dwarf Lizardman in robes glares at them. The eyeglasses in his one eye reflected light. [Seeker of Magic, Kurushach Lv.35] (presumably the inventor who has been yelling on the speakers)
    • Han pulls a poisoned dagger and throws it straight at the lizardmen, stabbing his abdomens. H follows up with three arrows, one through the bridge of his nose, one through his throat, and one through his heart.
    • A crystal appears in the room. Han and Jenna destroy the crystal.
      [Danger!]

      [The 'Ancient Stone Statue' has run out of holding power].

      [It will collapse!]

      [Mission type changed].

      [Mission Type - Escape]

      [Objective - Leave the area!]

      [Special Objective - Survival of NPC 'Priasis Al Ragna']

    • Han tells Jenna that they need to run. He recalls the map of the bonus stage to recall the way out. Along the way they meet Belkist, Nerissa and Iolka again. Belkist has a deep cut on his right leg. Belkist falls to the ground. However, Nerissa carries him.
    • The statue was groaning, twisting its entire body. The parts that made up its body were gradually cracking and falling apart. The flames that covered the ground were gone. Below, a dozen or so survivors, including Priasis, were scurrying away
    • Han tells Nerissa to take out the 100m rope. They all slide down but explosions erupted from every inch of the statue's body.Chunks of rock fell from the sky. Party 1 run for their lives. They reach a small dune where all the other heroes are while the giant statue collapses.
    • They cleared the stage. There were few deaths but the remaining heroes celebrate. Priasis is sad because of the deaths but Han just slaps her telling her not to think about it. Han returns back to the waiting room, Master Anytng gives him a warhorse again but this time he accepts.
    • Two days later, a party was organised on the second floor. Master Anytng brought them an alcholic casket from the store. Chloe is cooking them the food. Some of the survivors are finally settling in with some describing this like mercenary work. Belkist wants to go back and train though, Nerissa berates him leading to their usual arguments.
    • Party 3. The Beastmen, were in their own territory. A drunk girl was approaching Han but Isel appears and interupts any interaction. Isel shows a viral video online that was Han and the rest of the parties actions on floor 30.
    • There are many comments showing how people can't believe Han was a 1 star and people being jealous of Master Anytng and wondering if this is a Loki strategy and wondering how Anytng pulled it off. In the comment thread, Anytng said that they gave a war horse to Han and he liked it. Han denies this in his head.
    • A lot of other comments asking for more videos or how they raised their heroes or simply "Hail Loki".
    • Master Anytng buys a package thanks to earnings from the youtube video.
      [You have chosen the 'One time only! Monthly package!']

      [Package includes - 150 gems and 10,000 gold per day for 30 days (4,500 gems + 300,000 gold) A great deal!]
    • Every 10 floors of Pick Me Up opens up a lot of content. Basically, new areas of the dungeon are opened for exploration, facilities are unlocked, and the level cap for heroes is increased.
    • [The new Day of the Week dungeon is now open].

      [The third exploration dungeon, "Kaia," has been opened].

      [Additional facilities are now open, please check out the help].

      [The sector of the waiting room 'Taonier' has been changed].

      [Sector : 95513 -> 88347]

      [Current coordinates - 188.347.447.935]

      [Starting with the Rank 8 sector, "Ruins" will appear!]

      [Tips/Ruins will give you Gems and various rare items, which can be exchanged for a certain amount of Gems].
    • Every 10 floors, the Master's zone, or sector, changes. This was done for balance, so that low and high levels don't run into each other in the same area. One hundred masters assigned to a sector
    • Han laments that Master Anytng a newbie doesn't have access to Rifts. It requires tons of materials, a high research level and airship technicians, a huge amount of funding and time to build, and a 4-star hero of the Magician class to make it work.
    • If Anytng had access to the Rift, they could play a big role in missions and supply gems from ruins.It also allows them to interact with other Masters.
    • Anytng entered the dimensional cafe and began to flip through the posts about airship rentals. The rental fee is too high, and you have to pay all the damages in case of breakage. They won't lend it out without a warranty. And without a magician, the pressure is even greater.
    • Han asks Isel at night for master privileges, in this case access to chats. He looks to see that a Master named Cynthia is trying to contact Anytng. Han ask Isel to show their sector and see a tower in this person sector but it is gray. This suggest Long-term disconnected.
    • Cynthia starts messaging saying they want to help and give spare ingredients but they need Anytng's coordinates. Han realises that it is BS and they are a hunter. Han decides to give them the coordinates anyway and ask Isel to delete message logs after. Better now, than to be stabbed in the back in the middle of a mission.
    • Isel is shocked at han giving them this. However, Han states it isn't weird for heroes to be attacked while their masters are away. Han notifies his party that an invasion is about to occur and to notify the rest of the parties. All auxillary units to lock themselves in their house and not come out
    • Han tells everyone that Party 1 will deal with this while the other party remain in the equipment room. He tells everyone killing is secondary here as before level 40, the Hero Protection System applies. If a Hero dies during PVP, they will only suffer a certain amount of penalty, but they will not be destroyed.
    • The penalty for death is a permanent drop in all stats and skills. It was a mortal risk that could turn a promising player into a waste in an instant.
    • Party 1 hide in wait of invaders. A demensional vortex is opened, at least ten meters long, the size of a medium-sized merchant ship appears. The red flag depicted a skull with an eye patch.
    • The invaders plan to descend to the storerooms on the first floor, load up on gold and valuable materials, and then return. If they run into anyone, they'll immediately try to silence them. They'll stun them, or half-kill them, and then kidnap them. If they get a bad feeling, they will bolt. Hit and Run basically.
    • Han sneaks up on one of them, knees him in the face and broke his arm. He jumps onto the ship and goes to the room where a man is operating a device. The man tries to attack with a knife but Han twists his arm and soccer kicks him in the face.
    • He interogates him if the 7 people here are the only ones that came in which he confirms. He realises the ship is on autopilot and will now leave in 5 minutes. Han ties the man. The other invaders are carrying off the loots such as dragon scales and dragon bones while also carrying 300,000 g back to the ship.
    • Some of the invaders moan about not spotting any "rats". Party 1 is hiding on the ship while they are travelling back. They injure everyone on board.
    • The original plan was to overpower the rogue from the inside, and then strike back with an elite force. But since they were on autopilot, there was no room for another party.
    • They arrived at the other master's place. Once arrive, Party 1 starts massacring them all. Master Cythia activates the alarms. Iolka is burning these heroes alive which she smiles bitterly about.
    • Han confronts a 4 star unit named "Similar". Han taunts her that he will burn their warehouse, which he does. Iolka and Nerissa burn their equipment place as well. Jenna and Belkist team up and kill the 4 star with relative ease as they had fire resistance training.
    • They burn every single facility they have, Warehouse destroyed. Armory destroyed. Plaza burned to the ground. Hostel half destroyed. Equipment shop out of commission. They arrive at training centre where a few people are huddled together cowering and trembling.
    • Han ask the man where the magician is and he will live. The guy said he is on the door to the left. It was the door to the Hall of Magic. A fairy similar to Isel appears but she wore a red leather robe, a pirate hat, and an eye patch instead of a black dress.
    • The fairy is annoyed that they set fire to everything instead of stealing. Han flicks her away. The fairy starts weeping about how they were assigned for 6 months to a crappy master.
    • Han yanks the door open and smells drugs. He sees a boy who has just woken up. Han ties him up.
     
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    • Han decides to basically kidnap the magician. He also sets fire to the hall of magic and the spellbooks. He then sets fire to the training hall as well. The magician boy is tied to the ship. Belkist and Nerissa were also looting the place, what remains of it anyway. He yells insults and tells them his name is Katio (4 star) whose name makes third-rate wizards shudder!
    • Han tells Belkist to cut his arm off if he starts to use magic. They use the magician to activate the ship. The boy thought they would let him go after activating the ship but they tie him again. The fairy returns and yells at party 1 telling them they won't get away with this!
      [You guys, you think you're going to get away with this? I know there's someone behind us!]
      [You'll be surprised to hear this. It's the famous Unity Society! It's an ultra-elite guild with 30 rankers! This master's skills are shit, but he's got contacts there!]
    • The master is supposedly connected a ranker but finds the waiting room to be really poor. Jenna goes to sleep, while everyone else keeps an eye on the tied up boy. The fairy taunts Han saying how they will be begging for mercy in the future. The fairy asks for the name of Han and he decides to give the name Loki. The fairy doesn't believe it though.
    • They travel back having stolen a hero, 300,000 gold and so many loot that it was huge. Han looks at the message log where Cynthia is throwing many swear words and insults about what happened. Han then hears a telepathic communication from Yurnet. She reveals she was watching the massacre and enjoying every moment of Loki.
    • Han asks her if she knows about the Unity society which she doesn't but she will look into. She also threatens to destroy them. Han isn't thrilled at using Niflheims help but accepts that if this society wants a fight.
    • Party 1 officially returns back to Taonier. Han has deleted all chats between him and Cynthia but the logs of the other incursions, counter-attacks, and looting are still intact. Anytng will see that the enemy broke into the waiting room, Han repelled them, and then they swept back.
    • The boy wakes up and yells at Han to take him back. Han wants him to do some research, make enchantments and reagents. Also to be a second mage during dungeons.
    • Katio wore wide robes. The robe had a blue pattern on it. His hair was short and dark blue. He had an androgynous appearance that could be mistaken for a girl at first glance.
    • Jenna knocks and enters. She brings food for Han and Katio to eat. Katio is initially reluctant but Han taunts him saying he would need energy to escape. Katio eventually eats.
    • Katio refuses to work with them, calling them villains who burn down people's homes and kills and plunders at will. Han questions being called a villain when Katio doesn't know what his master does.
    • Katio wants to reply that he was only following orders. However, Han calls him a collaborator. Han noticed during the attack that several heroes were prisoners from other waiting rooms. They'll be enslaved, and when they're no longer useful, they'll be synthesised. This is how hunter's queues work.
    • Despite this, Katio still believes in their master. Han believes that the Master may have been a tactician at first, but then he got a taste for looting, and it became more fun. Han tells Katio that he is dreaming if he thinks the master is going to change.
    • Katio yells that he would make a suggestion to master. Han thinks it is stupid to say stop looting to the master as that would most likely make Katio get synthesized
    • Han promises him few things if he comes under them:
      "First, no overtime."

      "......?!"

      "That's a lie......."

      "Drag her out."

      "Ugh!"

      Jenna clamped her hand over Iolka's mouth and dragged her out.
    • Off-duty rest, no unceremonious looting. Katio yells back at the looting root as Party 1 just did it. Han says they will only do it if they are attacked first or get looted against.
    • Focus on missions. Katio questions doing missions here as this ain't his home. Han asks if he has family behind. Katio replies no which Han says is good.
    • No discrimination of him for being from another world.
      "Guaranteed rest, mission focus, and no discrimination. These are the three things I can guarantee."
    • Katio asks if there really is no overtime. Iolka from outside wanted to reply but was forcefully removed.
    • Katio ropes was taken off. Han tells him he doesn't expect an immediate answer and tells him to look around. Katio leaves the room. Han tells the fairy Iselle to lock the dimensional gates and keep an eye on anything suspicious.
    • Iolka is annoyed at how this mage is getting treated differently than her. Han jokes that she is scared of a competitor who outranks her in stars. Han tells Iolka to show him around.
    • That evening, Master Anytng logined.
      [Airship appears!]

      [Master, congratulations on obtaining Air ship!]

      [Obtained Airship - Capitalism Ho]

      [Tips/What is a Airship?]

      [The Airshipis a key mount for exploiting dimensional rifts - search for Airship in the Help tab for more information!]

      [A new hero has joined the team].

      [Katio Lusani (★★★★) - Class: Mage]

      [The above hero is currently in 'Detained' status].

      [Master, there is unidentified loot!]

      [Loot - 14 items]

      [Earned Gold.......]
    • In terms of loot yesterday, they got roughly 7.8 million gold. Master Anytng takes a screenshot of the log.
    • Katio is still resistant to joining. He asks for a March issue of Romania but doubts Han can get it. Han makes request to master and gets it. Katio continues to ask for various gifts and Han continuously gives it.
    • Katio makes one final request to get a girl from his old place. Han does a plunder expedition to their place again knowing that they have not gotten their strength back. He takes a girl named Radhi. She was an unofficial mechanic.
    • Han tells Katio that Radhi has already signed the contract and is working with them. Katio asks her why. Radhi replies that she was just tired of working for a master who didn't care if they died or not.
    • Han leaves to let the 2 of them talk. The mechanic was summoned at the same time as Katio. They were like brother and sister. Han recalls going to Hurrah (I think that's what Cynthia's place was called???).
    • The master was not online and lesser heroes were in the process of restoring the charred buildings.
    • Yurnet gets in contact with Han again to give info about Unity Society.
      Founded six months ago. It appears to be a guild that migrated here from the popular mobile game 'L'. In L, it was a guild that controlled an entire server.
      The conditions for joining are quite unusual. Male gender only. Age at least thirty. And a thousand a month
      Members greet each other like Unity ^^7
      The Unity Council was founded for one purpose: domination and control of the entirety of two servers. They're actually climbing the sectors, infinitely invading and PKing nearby accounts, using them as hosts and then collecting payment. The independent masters are somehow banding together to resist
      73 confirmed natural-born 5-star heroes in the Unity, and 318 unofficials supposedly.
    • Han tells Yurnet to leave them alone for now unless they attack. Han notes this is not the first time there was a group that wanted to take over. Noting Dragon Knights and Ouroboros from the past who no longer exist.
    • Katio appears and finally signs the contract. Iselle notes that Master Anytng wants to give Han a reward and asks if there is anything he wants. Han notes that Anytng has learnt and is no longer forcing war horses on him.
    • Han looks at the glass display and sees the 3 warhorses he has in there. Han doesn't think the quantity is good enough for a calvary and requests 10 warhorses. He doesn't have any need for clothes or the such. Anytng pays the 50000 gold for it. Han saids in his head that he needs a 1000 of it.
    • The next day, party 1 gather. Iolka wonders why Katio is here where there are other parties. Edith refused to remove a member from her party so declined taking Katio. Party 3 only has Beastmen.
    • Han notes in his head that Iolka seemed nervous. Han decides to take Katio to floor 28. Nerissa decides to sit this one out. Mission is to exterminate lizardmen. We see that Katio can summon portals. The portal allows you to summon equipment and consumables stored in your armory to the battlefield
    • The Magician class can create portals, which under certain conditions can summon not only items, but also mounts and airships. Currently the portal skill was useless since Katio doesn't have a proper master yet and hasn't designated a place in the armory yet.
    • Han, Belkist and Jenna form a triangle surround Iolka and Katio. During the battle, Katio brings up a stone and throws it. A 3m golem forms around the stone. Katio throws a second stone that attributes the entire party, raising their health stat by 5 points.
    • Katio then uses teleport to let the Golem leap a distance of 10 metres. Telekinesis to bind sand together to form high walls. Shield to deflect crossbows.
    • Belkist cuts a shaman lizardman's head off and Iolka uses flames to blast the lizardmen away. Katio was able to transfer energy to Iolka so she didn't need a potion. They clear the floor without any wounds. Belkist isn't too sure on him yet.
    • Han sees a lot of value in an elementalist. For now Katio was just doing research and airship management instructions.
    • Master Anytng opens a message. It's a new message from Cynthia threatening them and tells them to wait a week. Anytng just closes it and ignores it.
    • Han is wondering about their confidence consider all their main heroes are dead and the mage is gone and their facilities completely destroyed. He gets a communication from Yurnet with her wanting to launch a fleet. Han tells her not to.
    • One afternoon many days later, Rahdi is tinkering with a dimensional core and Katio channelling magic into it. Han wanted to use the stolen arcana right away but Rahdi saids it would take a week to fix.
    • They hear a voice in the dimensional gap. Captain Issel threatens to beat up the traitourous mage. A small figure. Dressed in red, wearing a tricorne hat and an eye patch. It was Ishmael of Harrah. Issel starts singing his theme but Han just interupts him.
    • Issel reveals a declaration of war with a golden fleet behind her. She reveals that she has come to give him a chance to join them. Han rejects and decides he will defeat them on his own.
    • Katio thinks this is crazy. Han tells Katio to not tell anyone what he is about to see.
    • He uses the ring given by Yurnet and summons the Pragarach (S+). All physical and magical damage can be reflected, absorbed, or mitigated according to its power.
    • He summons the Eye of Argos (S) Acquired Skill - 'Eye of Heaven (Lv.Max)'. He can see through walls.
    • He summons Gungir as well and throws it. It had become a bolt of lightning, flew a few dozen metres in a flash.The bolt pierced through the thick outer and hard inner plates of the airships, and then through the dimensional core. It went on to blast through fuel lines and pierce the control room. The heroes caught in its path crumbled to ash and vanished.
    • There were 6 heroes left and Han decides to destroy them all

    • Han continues to throw javelins at them. Heroes that have jumped and parachuted were not safe either. Only 2 remained. One of them uses a speaker to say that they are surrendering. Han just kills them anyway.
    • Han enters the cockpit. A shadow leapt out from behind a pillar and Han swung reflexively. The man struck by the spearhead coughed up blood. The door to the cabin opens and their 87 people prostrating themselves.
    • Han asks one of them, where the fairy is. Han is lead to where the fairy is and asks where the oil/fuel is.
    • The fairy gives up. She throws her eyepatch and stamps on it repeatedly. She cries about not having a master as awesome as Loki. She cries about how she used to be hard working, raising heroes with care, expanding facilities steadily, but then something changed. She wanted to be a hero not a thief.
    • The fairy gives Han the location of the oil/fuel and just tells Han to kill her with tears on her face. She wanted her master to climb the tower again. She takes the stack of paper she hiddens and throws it. Han sees that the paper was the strategy he posted in the cafe.
    • The fairy puts on her eyepatch and cloak back on and angrily yells at Han to take their stuff and leave. Han notes that there is one account, one fairy. If the master folds then the fairy perishes too.
    • Han asks the Fairy what will happen to the waiting room if she is gone. She says it wouldn't work but they can't leave where they are placed. Han notes asking Yurnet about whether Niflheim would work without the fairies, she says yes as she can get them replaced.
    • Han gives the fairy an offer to work at Niflheim. The fairy didn't believe it but a portal with Niflheim logo appears. Han throws the Fairy in. Han takes the fuels and returns back to Taoneer. Han now only has 2 uses of weapon summoning left.
    • One evening, a few days later. Katio questions how he came back with ten thousand ships in tow. Han just says he convinced them to give him troops which Katio doesn't believe.
    • After that day, not a day went by that Cynthia didn't send a profanity-laced chat to Anytng. The Golden Fleet that had threatened to set the place ablaze was nowhere to be seen. Yurnet confirmed that the Master of Harrah had folded.
    • With the fairy gone, Cynthia's screen stuttered every three seconds and didn't respond to icon presses. On top of that, many of the gathering and crafting heroes that were the foundation of the lobby were missing.They sent in a bug report but with no resolution in sight, they eventually quit the game with a swear word.
    • Master Anytng logins, she merges party 4 and 5, which had lost members, into one and moved them up to the third floor. Katio is assigned to research and airship maintenance, but not to a specific party.
    • Belkist suspects a future party reorganisation is coming. Belkist thinks someone will leave party 1. Iolka shivers and argues back that party 1 is perfect. Jenna tells Belkist not to tease her as Iolka is important to the party.
    • Han looks at the window and sees that Anytng is considering it. However, Han says Belkist is half right. To keep Iolka's magic alive, they learnt fire resistance and practised the relevant forms. Taking her out. It's not in the spirit of the party and Han and the others would refuse it.
    • Jenna is the core of our mid-range firepower. Belkist is the frontline attacker, and without Nerissa, information warfare is compromised. Party 1 is balanced.
    • Anytng's concern is not whether or not to change the primary party, but whether or not to put Katio in a sub-party. A secondary mage is only as effective as the abilities of his party members. In the end, Anytng closed the Hero Box without making any changes.
    • After several days, party 1 is still the same members. Iolka is back to her old personality saying elemental magic is the best.
    • They enter floor 31
      [Floor 31].

      [Mission Type - Search]

      [Objective - Search the designated area!]
    • A wide, blue sky.Churning waves, the horizon stretched as far as the eye could see. A crude tangle of wooden planks. It was generously sized, about ten metres across. In the centre was a pole and a small sail. An oar lay haphazardly beside the pole.They were summoned to a ship at sea.
    • Han tells them to search the ship. They managed to get a compass. The one oddity was that they had food and water on board. Han realised this is going to be a long term mission. They followed where the compass points.
    • Two oars, five men. They'll have to row in groups of two. Han asks if anyone knows how to swim but they don't. The rowers were going to be Han and Belkist, Jenna and Nerissa.
    • Iolka asks why she isn't rowing. Han replies balance. If the two paddlers on either side are not of equal strength, they are likely to veer off course. Han tells Iolka to sit still and not use fire magic as it would burn the ship and they will all die.
    • Iolka becomes sadden again. Han notes that is a big weakness of elemental mages, nature of the field. Black shadows rose from the waves. Sharks and Mermens.
    • Han's strategy was to take advantage of the shark's reaction to the smell of blood, make their palms bleed, and lure it away from the ship. The shark would be dealt with by daggers and Jenna's covering fire. The rest of the party takes care of the merman. It works and they kill them all.
    • Iolka is sighing in a corner. Her telekenesis is not strong enough to be used in battle so she did nothing. Jenna is worried about her. Iolka tried to row with her telekinetic powers, but it wasn't easy, and she was weighed down.
    • They clear floor 31 after rowing for a while. Floor 32 was most likely going to be the same field and mission type though. Master Anytng removes Iolka from party 1 and has Katio put into the party.
      [Iolka Rebel Strashur, you're out of 1st Party from today onwards, get some rest until Master calls you!]
    • Han tells Iolka to just think of it as a holiday until Floor 35 or 40. He tells her not to worry and he will call her when the time comes. Iolka blushed and shouted
      “Master! You treat me like an obstacle! That’s right, I’m useless. I just need to learn other attributes too, if I learn them. Just wait a moment!”
    • Elementalists are usually only gifted in one element, so it won't be easy for Iolka to learn another.
    • Party 1 is sent to do Floor 32 but with Katio. Jenna is sadden about Iolka not being here. Han notes seeing her in the Hall of Magic, buried in a stack of books.
    • After entering and telling Katio of the mission. Katio creates a simple propulsion system with horsepower, turning the ship into a motorboat. They meet some sharks but Katio puts his right hand into the water and send out a magnetic field to stun them. Sharks have organs that are sensitive to electricity
    • Belkist just looks at Han and wonders why they haven't used him. Han interviews Katio about his abilities. Katio talks about being able to manipulate surface tension.
      Without hesitation, Katio stepped out of the boat. As his feet touched the surface, a circle spread out and he stood on water.
    • Apparently, auxiliary magic allows you to act on the surface of the water. No other magic can be used while it is cast, but it has a near-infinite duration. Nerissa says if they had him on floor 30 then it would have been way different. They could run vertically down a ninety-degree cliff without the risk climbing into the arms of a golem.
    • Belkist changes his mind on Katio and calls him very useful. Jenna defends Iolka saying that she will learn quickly and be able to do this too. Katio says that an elementalist magic is fundamentally different though and won't be able to do this.
    • If an enemy approached, Catio would announce it to Han before the appearance message popped up. They noticed a large ship in the red needles direction. While getting closer, they notice a person on board. It was Priasis.
    • She was surprised to see them again and throws a rope down. Her silver hair had grown a little longer, and she was wearing a plain dress. It's a large sailing ship, but there are few people on board.
    • Han and Priasis talk. Priasis wanted to know why Han was on a small ship and how they got here but he just says "mission". Priasis thought this time that Han wouldn't be involved and is worried that this means more of them is going to die because of her.
    • Han asks where they are. She replies the sea in the southeastern part of the continent, called the Infinite Sea. Han asks if she is looking for a key again which she replies that she is.
    • After defeating the golem, they took the key back to the House of Assinis, where its authenticity was recognised. This, she says, helped them in their subsequent search. The ship is on loan from the family. So are the sailors
    • She also received a grant. She said she'll be hiring mercenaries from a nearby island, and should be able to find the key without borrowing Han's power. Han tells her to not bother with the mercenaries unless she wants to increase the body count.
    • Priasis decides to hire Han's team. Han didn't want the gold but Priasis was insistent.
      [Han (★★★) has obtained 10,000 gold from the special NPC 'Priasis'].
    • Priasis wants Han to stop calling her kid and call her Pria which Han accepts. Priasis tells him that collecting all the keys will open the door to the high dimension. Han questions how doing that will help the continent.
    • Priasis mentions a dream she had where she saw them fighting and a future destruction. Han wanted to question the dream further but the mission is cleared and light envelops them. Han tells Pria that he will see her later.
    • They return to the waiting room. Belkist suggest Katio come to training tomorrow as they need to change their formation. Katio wants to reject as he has airship maintenance work in the morning. Belkist just says to do it at night but Katio argues that is overtime.
    • [Master, you will be able to use airships from the 33rd floor onwards!]

      [Take a Hero of the 'Magician' class, select the Summon tab, and touch the Secret Process!]

      [However, the Airship must be in the Summonable state].
    • Han tells Katio that he will double his holidays at the end of the week. Katio reluctantly accepts the morning training.
    • Iolka approaches Han and ask about the wizard. Han is wondering why she is walking around on the first floor but she just wanted to walk while they were on a mission. The fairy Iselle appears.
    • Han ask how many replay stones they have left and she replies 7. He tells the fairy to give Iolka a replay stone.Iolka goes to watch. Han sits on a bench nearby.
    • Iselle doesn't like the fire mage, saying she is just a power grabber and says the magician is better. She then disappears.
    • Iolka finishes watching and is visibly shaken. She sees Han outside. She says the magician is amazing. Iolka hoped that he might be bad since he looked young. She said If she known it was going to be like this, she would have studied harder
    • Han offers her a chance to go to another party but she says no. She won't give up and tells Han that she will show him that she is a prospective party one mate
    • [Maintenance of the airship ‘Capitalism’ has been completed!]
      [From now on, airships can be sent on missions. However, you can only participate in areas where summoning is permitted.]
      The fully assembled Capitalism is being tested. The exposed interior has been covered with a solid steel exterior plate, and the fuel lines have been extended and other facilities renovated.
    • After clearing the 32nd floor, Anytng hadn't climbed for nearly a week. Seemed they wanted to test the airship out. Rahdi does the checks and says it works correctly. However, Katio says the facilities and weapons have not been installed though.
    • Katio had dark circles on his eyes after a constant week of work. He complains about this being worse than Hurrah. Anytng gives Katio a warhorse but he throws it. Han puts it in the display case.
    • Katio and Iolka ran laps around the outskirts, worked on our physical fitness, and practiced fire and wind magic in the newly constructed magic training grounds during the week.
    • The formation with Katio had been roughly organized and the roles of the members had been established, but Iolka hadn't changed much. From a breeze to a stiff breeze. Mages who can work with more than one element are a rare breed, appearing in less than one percent of cases.
    • Wind magic is not what Iolka needs. It's firepower that she's willing to take risks with. Right now, Iolka is a high risk, low reward. Han considered telling her but realises that it is better for her to come to that realisation.
    • Party 1 enters floor 33.

      [Floor 33].

      [Mission Type - Search]

      [Objective - Search the designated location!]


      [Subquest (branching)]

      [Objective - Summon Airship!]

      [Reward - Unlock Hidden Stage]
    • Party 1 is suspicious of this subquest. Han asks Priasis how long they have been away from land. She replies more than a month. Han makes suggestion to master to reject.
    • ['Party 1' has entered a special field, the 'zone of reception']
    • Han knocks on Priasis door to tell her to turn the ship around but notice she is being mind controlled.
      "Hear me, false warrior."
      "We will not be hunted like other Guardians. We will be the hunter. We will make you pay for breaking the law."
      "The hunt has begun."
    • Priasis collapses. Instantly, the deck shook violently. With the sound of a bomb exploding, something like a huge pillar rose in a straight line. [Kraken Lv.38]
    • A second leg rose, followed by a third. A third, a fourth, a fifth. Legs wrapped around the ship from all sides.Hundreds of suckers on each leg had blades. Han tells the party to cut the legs off.
    • Priasis awakes and Han tells her to turn the ship around. From the side of the ship, a plume of water that must have been several meters high rose, and a black form leapt out. The body of a kraken.But its legs were torn off.
    • Another plume of water erupted. He took a bite out of the airborne kraken.

      [Danger!]

      [Dragon Kta Art Lv.64]

    • All of them are shocked at the Kraken's death, this was supposed to be the 33rd floor, not the boss floor.
      [Mission type changed].

      [Mission Type - Escape]

      [Objective - Escape from the Danger Zone!]

      [Special Objective - Survival of 'Priasis Al Ragna']
    • The ship tilted sharply to the left.The water dragon slammed into the ship, and the deck shook violently. At this rate, the ship would sink.Han asks Pria if there is some special device on the ship.
    • However, Katio is the one to response. He says the sailing ship they are on was a decommissioned airship. So it is capable of high speed sailing. They activate the device.
    • The water dragon is chasing after the ship while Mermen are climbing. Belkist and Jenna are dealing with the mermen. Han notes that this is a trap mission. Han proposes an airship summon for Master Anytng, which they grant.
    • Katio starts constructing a portal. Han tells them to guard the portal. Mermen are trying to swarm the portal.
      ['Nautilus' high-speed sailing device stops].
    • From behind the sailboat, a semicircular portal appeared.

      [A portal has been created!]

      [Through the portal, mounts, equipment, and supplies can be summoned to the battlefield].

    • The airship was summoned and they all retreat. A lot of the sailors died though
      [Summon the airship!]
      [You have completed the sub-quest.]
      [Hidden stage, ‘Hunting of the Beast’ is now open.]
      [Limited - Limited to 1 time]
    • Nerissa notes that it’s an ancient deep-sea species called a beast. In the early days of the empire’s founding. They complete the stage (Jenna is awared MVP in this mission). They now know the boss of floor 35.
    • The hidden quest begins:
      [★Hunting of the Water God★]
      [S T A R T!]
      [Return to the waiting room is not possible.]
      [You cannot escape from the receiving area.]
      [The airship ‘Capitalism’ has been set as a temporary base.]
      [The mission starts automatically.]
      [Floor 34.]
      [Mission Type - ???]
      [To hunt. To be hunted.]
      [1. The Water Dragon is looking for the Master's Hero].
      [2. The water dragon's detection area grows wider with time].
      [3. Collect resources in the field while avoiding pursuit!]
      [4. When you're ready, you can start the 'receiving hunt'].
      [5. Touch the 'Help' tab for a more detailed manual!]
    • Han is annoyed as he has never seen this happen before. Han gathers party 1 to explain that they are stuck because they entered the hidden quest. Jenna escorts Priasis to a cabin. Katio calls Han to the cockpit. They see a minimap hologram

      [Tips!]

      [The red circle is the water dragon's detection area, which gets wider as time passes].

      [Black dots are strongholds where hidden items can be found. There are multiple strongholds]
      [Tips!]

      [The pear shape represents your current location].
    • Han realises they now have a time limit.

      [Master, the 'Capitalism' has become a temporary base for the mission!]

      [Master, the facilities on board are insufficient, please expand them!]

      The three-story Capitalism was empty except for its core facilities.
    • Anytng builds a hostel. Iselle the fairy appears. She tells Katio to build a portal to the second floor so they can bring in a bed and desk. Anytng was directing carpenters to build the furnitures. Han suggests to master a training facility on the 3rd floor.
    • Anytng also creates an armory on floor C, a waiting area on floor B where they can now recruit and replace heroes on the field
    • Han starts a meeting with the party. He says that most likely the stronghold item is Mermaid tears which can let you breathe underwater. They will probably do underwater combat so they need to learn a skill. Han jokes that you don't have to put your hand in fire at least to learn the skill.
    • They don't know where the key is, could be in the body of the dragon. Earlier, Anytng had tried to bring in another party, but a message had popped up saying they hadn't met the conditions. Anytng logs out.
    • Han calls Iselle, saying he needs to contact those in the waiting room. Han contacts Edith about the situation. He tells her that they don't need to learn the underwater combat skill but to fight above water. Anytng will build a pool for this.
    • Han then calls Iolka. Tells her to abandon wind magic. He tells her about the fire magic she used on floor 20 that explodes inside the enemy. Make it usable in 30 seconds or increase firepower. Also learn to swim.
    • A minor drawback to the Magician is that he can't run an airsip and use secondary magic at the same time. Hence Katio won't be of used to party 1 during the fight.
    • The next day, party 1 is training in a pool. They are practising to swim and fight. They note that arrows are nearly useless, as are weapons like swords and spears.
    • Within 30 minutes of her first lesson, Jenna knew how to breathe, kick, and do basic swimming strokes. A few hours later, she was moving freely in the water, shooting bows and swinging daggers. Jenna was followed by Nerissa, who had gotten the hang of it, and Belkist, the slowest learner, was still struggling to master the basics of swimming.
    • Katio hasn't really been participating in the training, as he's been working on airship operations and facility management. When the Master arrives today, they will return the weapons through the portal. Reshape them. The blades will be slightly streamlined. Arrows with points and feathers reduced in size
    • For Han's bifrost, he just reshapes it with a snap. The second party began their training as well. Edith knew how to swim and she was training Iolka.
    • The next day they continue training. Jenna manage to learn underwater combat and her arrows are now faster underwater. Han was shocked she learned it so quickly. Han unlocks the skill the day after. He notes that his sword swings are faster but not as fast as original speed.
    • The airship arrives at the first stronghold. On top of the stone island, there was a small box. Except for the box, the island was empty. The red circles that represented the water dragon was patrolling the area in a regular pattern.
    • Han decides to enter the first stronghold solo. There were no enemies.
      [Han (★★★) has obtained 'Mermaid's Tears (Lowest Grade) X 5'!]
      Inside the box was a glass vial containing a clear liquid. Han then hears the dragon roar and proceeds to run quickly back to the airship.
    • The dragon manages to grab on to the airship so it can't fly away. A water cannon shot out of the water dragon's mouth and struck the right side of the airship.
    • Anytng has now logined and sees the situation. She requests a weapon summon which Iselle tells Katio to do. Katio says if he does that then there won't be anyone to move the airship.
    • Anytng gets a screen notification:
      [Do you want to drive the airship manually?]

      [Yes / No]
      Two buttons and a gauge bar float up to the top of the screen.
    • [Manual Driving Guide]
      [If you tilt your smartphone to the right, the airship will drive to the right.]
      [If you tilt your smartphone to the left, the airship will drive to the left.]
      [The red button is acceleration, the blue button is deceleration.]
      [Boosters are available when the gauge bar is full.]
    • The water dragon starts to shoot more water cannons. Anytng starts drifting and dodging the cannons. They keep building up the acceleration gauge. Han is actually impressed.
    • They successfully escape. Anytng returns to running the waiting room as if nothing happened. It was an unexpected performance. They managed to keep the water dragon at bay until Katio had summoned a mounted Ballista. The water cannons were naturally avoided, and obstacles like reefs and sharks that appeared out of nowhere were also avoided. Thanks to this, they made it through without trouble.
    • They got the lowest grade which can only last 10 minutes. Han also notes that the ballista didn't kill the dragon when they shot at it
      ['God's Protection' activated!] [This monster is conditionally immune!]
      Same immunity as floor 20.
    • He tells Jenna to shoot an arrow underwater at the dragon. They will tie a rope around Jenna's body, connect it to the railing, and jump into the water. When done, Han will pull her up.
    • He tells Belkist and Nerissa they they are making slow progress. He tells them to continue training and ignore the dragon even when it comes.
    • They get to the second stronghold and get the item. Dragon appears. Jenna dives underwater and shoots an arrow at the dragons torse. It failed to pierce but it didn't miss. Han notes that it is immune to attacks outside of the water but not inside.
    • Anytng safely gets them out. They open second chest.
      [Statue of Daehan's Sailing Ship]

      [Rating: C+]

      [When used, a ‘battle sailing ship’ can be summoned.]
      [Note 1 - Only available in sea fields]
      [Note 2 - Can only be used when Goddess' protection is applied]
      [Note 3 - Vanishes upon use]
    • Jenna is able to comprehend that they can only use it when they activate a statue so they need to find that on the mission. Han notes that Jenna would be a good leader with her level of understanding except she is kind of soft.
    • The next day they reach the 3rd stronghold and do normal routine. They open the chest. Inside was a machine in the form of a long glass tube.
      [Oxygen supply device] [Grade: B+]
      [When equipped on the Goddess Statue, the oxygen amount of a hero in 'water breathing' state can be recharged.]
      [Note 1 - Can only be used when Goddess' Protection is applied]
    • Han is able to come up with a strategy. Protect the statue while the other party attacks the water dragon.see a split between attackers and defenders, with the defenders protecting the statue until the attackers achieve their objective.
    • The raiding party is limited to one party. The number of potions is limited. Five at most. Judging by the sailboat statue, it looks like they'll need two boats, one for the offense and one for the defense
    • It took two days to reach the last stronghold. The red circle that marks the territory of the Water Dragon now covers half the map.At the fourth base, there was a twist.
      [Hatchling Water Dragon Lv.37] X 7
      Several black shadows roamed near the stone island.
    • Han calls for Jenna. Han now has underwater combat level 3, Jenna 3, Belkist 1 and Nerissa 2. Han and Jenna jump into the water to deal with the enemies. Seven minutes is how long Han can breathe underwater. He notes his speed isn't quite right or efficient.
    • They take the chest and go through normal routine again.
      [Dimension Summoning Stone]
      [Grade: B+]
      [You can call the hero from the waiting room to the airship.]
      [Note 1 - If there is no Goddess' protection, only hero replacement is possible]
    • The red circle had consumed more than a seventh of the map.
      [Master, congratulations on collecting all the items!]

      [Touch the 'Start Hunting' icon at the bottom of the screen to start the boss stage].
    • They don't start as not fully ready yet. Han saids that he will swap one of them for Iolka until they get to floor 35. Nerissa volunteers. Once the carnage began, Katio would go to another party, and Nerissa would return. Iolka is summoned.
    • The next day, they get ready. Party 1 is Han, Jenna, Belkist, Katio and Iolka. Han gathers everyone except Katio at the training centre to talk about the plan.
    • Once the mission begins, they take the airship and find the Goddess Statue as quickly as possible. A quick glance at Anytng's logs showed that they have 25 heroes available for the boss fight.
    • 5 people will fight the dragon: Han, Belkist, Jenna, Nerissa and Iolka. The rest defends the statue. Han asks is Iolka can use level 4 fire magic underwater. She says 30 second on land but so-so underwater.
    • Han,Nerissa and Belkist will be upfront to aggoe the enemies. Jenna will take care of any henchmen that might be near the boss and provide some simple support. Iolka is the offense.
    • No matter how much you've modified your equipment and trained, you're still going to be less effective in combat than you would be on land. Magic can be used anywhere, as long as the conditions are right.
    • Iolka can swim now but using magic underwater isn't easy for her. One thing, you can't chant underwater. You have to keep your mouth shut. And if you don’t go through the previous steps for elemental magic, the difficulty increases several times
    • Iolka states she just needs to learn to silent chant. She isn't completely there but Han says they just have to wait and see on the day. The red circle of water was gradually covering the entire field.
    • After another two days, Jenna and Han were able to reach level 4 in underwater combat. Han was training but notes that he has not gotten the important awakening. He notes that he won't reach the top 5 Niflheim at this rate.
    • While Han was training in the pool, Jenna appears. She saids she couldn't sleep and came to train. Jenna found it weird that Han was still training as he was able to cut through iron and such.
    • Han wanted to conquer his weakness and wondered if Jenna might be able to help him. Jenna thinks there might be conditions, noting the time he got berserk on the 5th floor. Han remembers the thousand goblins and he got berserk when he was near death
    • Recalling the 317 cases of limit breaking in Niflheim, the most cases were during combat (245 cases), followed by training (55 cases), and other cases (17 cases)..
    • Han doesn't want to force a crisis to get a skill but wonders if the environment might play a big part in awakening.

    • Iolka is practising using fire magic underwater. She manages to erupt a wooden doll. It's weaker than what it was on the 20th floor but it would have to do.
    • Han uses Iselle to call Edith. Edith states that party 2 is fine but party 3 is a problem. Apparently, the Beastmen race was just getting sea sick and just don't know how to swim. Kishasha can dog paddle but that's it. Han states to Edith to just try get to conquer their sea sickness. Edith states she will build a raft for them
    • Han gets a knock on the door, it's Priasis. Han notes that the dragon is just a hidrance and not where the key is. Priasis tells him about all she knows about the key.
    • They are about to begin the raid. Edith is the raid leader this time as Han will be underwater for the most part.
      [Warning! Warning! Warning! Warning!]

      [Floor 35].

      [Mission Type - Capture]

      [Objective - ???]

      [Special Objective - Survival of NPC 'Priasis Al Ragna']
    • The mission began. Belkist ran to the left of the deck where the Ballista is and Han to the right. They took aim at the countless mermans trying to get on to the airship. They were racing to try and find the statue.
    • Jenna spots something on the receding waves that is on the edge of the field. Han jumps into the sea and swims to the statue. He kills monsters along the way. A swimsuit-clad goddess bobbed on the waves in a circular tube. Han was annoyed by the look but grabbed it.
    • The dragon was still in pursuit. Han jumps back on to the deck. He secures the statue with rope. Han tells Katio to drive from now on and lead the dragon to the far corner of the field, they will install the statue there.
    • They continue shooting barrage of Ballistas at the water dragon despite its immunity because at least it will slow it down. Iolka uses magic as well to slow it down despite its magic immunity as well.
    • Han snatches the statue and heads below deck.
      [Goddess statue set up!]

      [Goddess's Protection is activated on the entire field!]

      [Dimensional Summoning Stone activated!]

      [Master, you're ready for the rear guard].

      [Extend a saving hand to a hero in distress!]
    • Anytng summons party 2. Han quickly sums the situation up to them. They are tasked with protecting the statue and Priasis.

      [Ting!]

      ['Jenna (★★★)' has used 'Daehan's Sailboat Statue'].

      ['Combat Medium Sailboat' is summoned!]
      Party 2 leaves the waiting area.
    • Anytng then summons party 3. They all have bad looks on their face. Party 4 and then 5 are summon, Han notes seeing new faces. They all leave the waiting area. Nerissa is also summoned back.

      [caution!]
      [Manual operation of the airship has become impossible!]
    • Han approaches the goddess bobbing on the water. He puts the oxygenator in the statues mouth.
      [The 'oxygenator' is activated!]
      He then hands the party members their mermaid tears.
    • He tells Katio to now fly the airship to the centre of the field, they need to be as far from the defense team as possible.

      [The 'Receiving Dragon Kthaart' roars].

      ['Receiving Power' gathers!]

      [Monster Wave!]

      [Cannibal Shark Lv.33] X 105

      [Merman Lv.37] X 80

      [Hatchling Nergigante Lv.34] x 53

      [Grown Water Dragon Lv.39] X 74

      [Kraken Lv.41]
    • Monsters began to gather from all over the field. Their target was the direction of the statue. Edith tells Han not to worry, it won't be like last time. Katio hands Han a spare Mermaid tear. He replicated it with the ingredients they had.
    • Party 1 enter the water, Han and Belkist at front with Nerissa and Jenna middle and Iolka at the rear.
    • The dragon started to swing its claws but Han blocks it. Iolka has started her chant. In the meantime, Belkist had driven his sword through the water dragon's scales.
    • Han would be the first to block its charge, Belkist would be the second, Nerissa would be the third, and Jnena would be the last to stop it. And in between, Iolka uses magic to erupt the dragon from the inside.
    • After Iolka erupted the dragon, Han slammed his sword into its wormlike nape, followed by Jenna's arrow, and Nerissa's crossbow.
    • [Kthaart casts 'Triple Water Cannon'!]
      It's target being Iolka. Han stops the first cannon, Belkist the second, Nerissa and Jenna for the third. The water dragon's tail was severed in an explosion.
    • Iolka uses her third fire spell but this time, there was no explosion. Instead, the water dragon's chest puffed out. Flames were raging within its body. The creature leapt up, splashing a column of water.
      [Kthaart casts 'Water Cannon'!]
    • Han realises it is aiming at Edith and the rest of the party. Han yells at them to Turn the bow. Flames erupted from the water dragon's mouth, grazing the side of the ship in the distance.
    • Flames erupted from the side of the ship. The fire was spreading to the deck.On the deck, heroes and monsters were fighting each other.Mermen from the sea below were climbing up the side of the ship and onto the deck.
    • The water dragon let out a harsh gasp and slipped back into the water. The other members of the group climbed out of the water. Han tells them that the dragon spit out Iolka's flames.
    • Kishasha uses communication to ask Han how they are going to get out of this because they can't swim. Han notes that the dragon has gone back to lick it's wounds. Han calls Katio.
    • Katio brings Belkist and Nerissa, as they will fight in threes now. Iolka feels guilty but Han tells her it isn't her fault. Katio, Belkist and Nerissa fly on the airship
      [Jeryl (★★★) has returned to the arms of the Goddess! His fighting spirit will be remembered forever].

      ['Shurgan' (★★★) has returned to the arms of the Goddess! His fighting spirit will be remembered forever].
    • Han communicates with Edith and tells her to get on the airship with Priasis. He tells her to abandon the statue if they can't hold on.

      ['Aryl(★★)' returned to the Goddess's arms, her fighting spirit will be remembered forever].

      ['Ririni' (★★★) panics, all stats reduced by 50%].
    • Han notes that the monsters don't care about the statue and are actually going for the weaker heroes. Iolka is blaming herself thinking this is all her fault. Han says it is his, not hers.
    • The monsters had taken over most of the deck, and the ship was slowly sinking. Han tells Edith to abandon the statue and move to the airship. Edith is reluctant to do this as it will make this more difficult for Han but Han tells her if she wants to let her members die again. Edith reluctantly agrees.
    • Han grabs Iolka by the back of the neck and tells her to stop bemoaning the situation.
      "I'm the one who decided to send you on this mission, so I'll take the blame."

      “I forced myself to come in!”

      “I don’t force anyone into it.”
      Jenna is in the background and noting that it is a nice atmosphere.

      “...The atmosphere is nice.” Jenna muttered. “W-what are you talking about?”

    • Han states the 3 of them will finish this mission. He notes that the mission object is capture, not to kill the dragon.
      [The altar has been taken over!]
      [The Goddess’ protection has been lifted!]
      A airship boat carrying survivors left the waters.
    • [Mermaid's Tears]

      [oxygen concentration - 100%]
      Han tells them that they just have to get the key and return within the time limit and then bring it back to Priasis.
    • Han remembers what Priasis told him, At the bottom of the sea. A temple of blue light. As they are submerge, they see the dragon. The wound on its tattered chest was half-healed.
    • Jenna shoots an arrow that pierce its scales. Han tells them to ignore it though.
      [oxygen concentration - 73%]
      Han can see a blue light shimmer on the bottom. A group of mermen were behind them but again Han tells them to ignore them. They reach the bottom of the ocean
      [oxygen concentration - 43%]
    • A massive, submerged temple came into view. They couldn't see a entrance so Han tells Iolka to destroy it. Harpoons are flying at them but Han deflects them.
      [Oxygen Concentration - 35%]
      The roof of the temple is smashed off. They get into the Temple.
      [Jenna (★★★) has a bleeding condition. Her health will decrease every certain amount of time].
      [Oxygen concentration - 28%].
    • Jenna was clutching her leg. There was a deep gash in her left calf. A harpoon had grazed her. Han pours potion over it and bandages it. He gives her a mermaid tear to use for emergencies.
    • Han wanted Iolka to take it but Iolka refuses to stay behind.
      “If I did something, I will take responsibility. That is the duty of a nobleman. You too! Since you called me! Escort like a gentleman!”
      Iolka stroked her hair and laughed. Although her hands were shaking.
    • Han decided to take her further into the temple. Master Anytng went into the gift shop and brought high-quality cheering stick. Han did not understand how this master can not read the atmosphere.
    • The walls and floor were made of bluish stone, and there was nothing but white light. There were no intricate traps, no fearsome monsters, just an echoing sound inside every few steps.
      A water dragon was smashing the temple.
    • Han states that since there is only 2 of them now, Iolka needs to defend herself. Han notes this is meant to be a 5 player dungeon that was done after killing the dragon. They spot tainted merman within the dungeon.
    • Iolka sticks to short burst magic while Han uses his sword to deal with them. They kill the mermaids. However, 5 more appear. They need to find the exit as the door they came in was now closed.
    • [Iolka (★★★) is in a bleeding condition, her health will decrease every certain amount of time].
      Iolka has been slash but she continues to fight. They kill the second wave. Sadly, a 3rd wave appears.
      ['Han (★★★)' has a bleeding condition, which reduces his health every certain amount of time].
    • A hole in the wall opened, and one after another, 8 tainted merman pour out. They fight but then 13 more appear and then 21 more from all directions.
      ['Iolka (★★★)' is down, her life is in danger!]
    • 23 more appear. Han swings and swings but his vision darkens. In front of him, nearly a hundred Mermen. All of them dead. Han stumbles over to Iolka. Han pours the potion into her mouth but half of the potion spilled out and landed on her collar
    • Iolka tells Han that she does not regret coming. Half of the mermen corpse is roasted until golden brown. She tried to use single-hit magic, but stuck in several high-fire spells.
      "Thanks."

      Iolka smiled weakly.

      Her colorful dress was stained with blood.

      "I have so much to say, but...... can't find the words for some reason."

      "......What do you have to say?"

      Iolka's eyes clouded over.

      "Words to leave......?"

      "Say them. I'll remember."

      Iolka's voice trailed off.

      A whimper. A trickle of blood leaked from her blue-tinged lips.

      "......."

      "If you're having a hard time, stay quiet."

      I said.

      "I’m sorry for treating you badly.."

      "...... idiot."

      [Iolka (★★★) has returned to the arms of the Goddess, her fighting spirit will be remembered forever].
    • Han closes her eyes. Han considers using one of the Niflheim summons but decides he must do this himself. Han blames himself for this situation, he felt because he has been so successful that it would go the same here.
    • Han awakens his skills.

      [Skill Awakening!]

      [Han's (★★★) 'Berserk' increased by two levels to Lv.10]!

      [Han's (★★★) 'Berserk' has reached its maximum level].

      [Skill Awakening!]

      [Han's (★★★) 'Calmness' has increased by three levels to Lv.10]!

      [Han's (★★★) 'Calmness' has reached its maximum level].
    • More mermen appear. Han proceeds to masscre them all.

      [Master, the soul of 'Han' (★★★) is turbulent!]
    • Han continued to kill no matter how much cuts he took. His pain tolerance level continued to increase and increase.
      [Han's (★★★) 'Pain Tolerance' has met the evolution requirements and has been changed to 'Battle Haste'!]
    • 3 Guardian golem appeared.

      [Skill, 'Indomitable' activated!]

      Han smashes one of the golems

      [Hero 'Han (★★★)''s 'Berserk' and 'Calm' are combined to create a new skill!]

      [Hero 'Han' (★★★) has acquired 'Exalted (Lv.1)'!

      Han then proceeds to destroy the other 2 golems.
    • [Skill Awakening!]

      [Hero 'Han' (★★★)'s 'Excised', 'Battle Rush', and 'Indomitable' will be combined!]

      [Skill 'Exalted' will have a new effect!]
      Han continues to limp forward.
    • The water dragon's roar echoed through the temple. <Do you think I'm going to leave you alone!> it yells. Han makes it to a chamber. In the back of the chamber, on the altar, something was spilling blue light.
    • The crystals that covered the walls shattered and began to coalesce in the center of the chamber.The crystals formed a giant shape.

      [Danger!]

      [Ancient Guardian Lv.61]
    • A second boss. One side of the room burst open, revealing the head of a water dragon. Sea water started pouring in and filling the cavity.The dragon's giant mouth reached out to swallow Han. At the same time, the crystal golem rushed at him.
    • Han doesn't care. He aims for one moment of an ultimate blow

      [Skill Awakening!]

      [Hero 'Han (★★★)''s 'Divine Sword Combination' and 'Strike' merge to form a new skill!]

      [Hero 'Han (★★★)' has acquired 'Divine Sword Soul (Lv.1)'!]
    • [Skill, ‘Sword Soul’ activated!] [Ignore the ‘Blessing of the Guardian God’!]
      The greatsword pierced through the teeth, pierced through the scales, pierced through the hide, pierced through the intestines, and smashed through the brain. The tens of meters of the water dragon's body was sliced in half by the blow. Next, the golem attacked. Blue flames erupted as the blade clashed against the golem's transparent surface.The guardian's detached upper and lower body scattered to the left and right.
    • Blood poured down like a waterfall from the water dragon's corpse.Han collapses on the floor. He crawled across the floor. Scrambled up the steps to the altar, using only his arms, and snatched the blue gem that glowed in the center. He leans back against the altar.
    • He hears Edith's voice on the communicator asking if he is okay. He closes his eyes as water began to fill the room. He then hears Jenna telling him to wake up. She asks about his wounds and why is Iolka dead.
    • Han notes that Jenna must have seen Iolka's body. He tell hers to take the key and give it to Priasis. They only had one mermaid tear left so he couldn't go. Jenna snaps and pulls a potion
    • She tries to give to him but he was unable to swallow. Jenna then kisses Han with the potion in her mouth. Jenna yells and tells Han that she won't forgive him if he dies.
      “I won’t forgive you if you die. I’ll go all the way to hell and bring you back. If you want to live, you tell me to walk the line, but what on earth are you doing? Doing things like this as you please.”
    • Jenna pulled out a red cloth and tied it around Han's back. It was the red cloth from Iolka's dress. Jenna drinks the mermaid tear made by Katio and then shoves the rest into Han's mouth.
    • Jenna swam away, carrying me on her back, dodging rocks and debris that were being carried by the current.
      [oxygen concentration - 39%]
    • Han thinks about how Iolka's body is sinking into the ocean. Jenna struggled her way up. There was no speed. Her leg wasn't fully healed and she was carrying a huge load on her back. Jenna gritted her teeth but continued swimming.
    • Han was loosening the fabric just in case they both can't get out but then a faint figure swam down from above. Sunlight began to enter his eyes.



     
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    • Han opens his eyes. Countless wounds were on his body. He left his room. Nearly 20 people had survived. Some people died while Han was on his way to the shrine. There was no post war party this time. Han sees Iselle who is pushing a cart. It contained a variety of things, from clothes to letters to teddy bears to iron cups, from sewing tools to books.
    • The master ordered the Fairy to keep those items. It belong to 8 of the dead heroes. In total 13 died. The other 5 dead people were not able to get the stuff brought into the storage room. Han follows Iselle to the storage room. He sees Kishasha on the floor weeping in front of her kins artifacts. She reveals that every single one from her party is dead. She does not blame Han but is sadden as it wasn't a warriors death and she felt like she failed her clan.
    • Han also sees Edith and party 2 in the storage room. They suffered casualties as well. The girl who always walked around with her neck hunched was nowhere to be seen from their team. Han goes further and sees the remaining members of party 1. Belkist notes that Jenna wanted the memorial but he wanted to train. Nerissa kicks him in the shin for being insensitive.
    • At the far end of the display case, at the top, in a square of glass, were Iolka's belongings.A fur coat, a fine shawl, an ornate fan. They were Han's gifts to her in exchange for her research. They were all in pristine condition. Jenna hands Han Iolka's will, thinking he would want to read it first.
    • Han recalls Iolka writing this before the 20th floor. He opens it up:
      Uh, this. Is this a valid will?
      I don’t feel like writing a will!
      A will is written by someone who is about to die, right? It probably has nothing to do with me! I will never die. I will definitely return alive. So this is just a doodle. I'll use it however I want. No one will read it anyway.>
      Hey! Han Israt!
      Dog, sea anemone, mutt! fool! idiot! fool! Die!
      I didn't like you from the first time I saw you. Why are you tormenting me like this? You bastard, I grew up in this house, too. You make fun of me, you treat me badly, you make me do all sorts of strange things, and I'm going to make you pay for making fun of me, the genius wizard Iolka!
    • Next to the word "Cackle" was a drawing of a circle sticking out its tongue.
      Hey!
      Please be nice to me!
      I'm waiting, you idiot. You don't even know people's hearts.
    • Han laughed. Jenna asks about the letter but Han called it useless scribbles and gives it to Jenna. Jenna scans the letter and starts sobbing. Han returns to his own room. Han was hurt more than expected by the will. Han calls for Iselle. He was about to ask what happens to dead heroes but stopped himself.
    • Iselle replies nonetheless and says that they can be brought back to life.
      [If you make it to the 100th floor, the destroyed world will be rebuilt, and the heroes will live a new life there, though they will lose their memories].
    • Han calls Yurnet. Yurnet is glad he is okay and notes on his maturity. Yurnet asks again for him to come back, stating that she doesn't want to see him like that. Han rejects as he won't run away. He tells her not to say that again.
    • Han notes that the top five people from Niflheim were not in the same party from the beginning. Each has experienced the numerous deaths of their comrades in different parties. Han states that this does not change anything, he will climb the tower.
    • Master Anytng logins. They purchases a warhorse statue, Wreath and a flower necklace. They synthesised the items and creates a Mourning Warhorse Statue which they hand to Han. Han places the statue at the centre of his display. When he was Loki, he never mourned any of the heroes as they were expendable to him. He played archive recording of Iolka and notes her trademark smile. Anytng was watching the screen without any changes. They disconnected once it was night.
    • The next day, Han was at the training centre but there was no training schedule today. The death of Iolka, the sole elementalist, was a devastating loss, and Party 3, which was supposed to be the center of power, suffered near-annihilation. In addition, most of the promising players who had worked their way up through the 30th floor had died in vain.There are currently four survivors from Parties 1 and 2.Kishasha from Party 3 and a few others
    • Jenna stated that Kishasha has locked herself in her quarters and wouldn't come out. The chance of getting another Beastmen or outsider race was slim.
    • Exceed, and Sword soul are two skills Han received on 35th floor. Exceed combines Berserk and Calm with Indomitable and Battle Haste, while sword soul combines Divine Blade Unity and Strike.
    • There is a patch log for Pick Me UP. It now provides detailed information about the effects of skills that were not fully known until now. No more trawling through the skill databases of cheat sites to find out what they do.
    • [Exceed (Lv.1)]
      [Grade: B+]
      [Type: Unique]
      [Increases combat power by causing the user's body to go into overdrive. However, the user's vitality is deducted as the ability is increased. It can reach a maximum of death.]
      [Attribute: Immune to status ailments, continuation of battle]
      [Note: Exclusive skill of ‘Han Israt (★★★)’]
    • [Sword Soul (Lv.1)]
      [Grade: B-]
      [Type: Unique, Link, Double]
      [Passive: Activated in peacetime. Adds power correction to the user's swordsmanship.]
      [Active: Can be activated in Exceed state. Gathers all the amplified combat power into one point and delivers a penetrating slash. A portion of the damage inflicted is incurred by the user. It can reach a maximum of death.]
      [Attribute: Fixed damage]
      [Note: Exclusive skill of ‘Han Israt (★★★)’]
    • Han testes the exceed skill. He notes how his body feels like it is on fire and how he won't be able to keep this for long. He destroys the putted in the training centre instantly without a trace. Iselle the fairy appears. She notes that Master Anytng has uploaded a walkthrough for floors 15 and 20 but not 35. They got over 300,000 views.
    • Han reads the comments and most of them were impressed with the "Han" hero. Some saying he was as strong as a 4 star. Some of the comments were saying how the hero Sirus of Niflheim could take Han down. Another person commented back saying that Sirus was not great in the early days as well and that Han was a 1 star at the beginning which is more impressive.
    • Basically boiled down to:

      Can't wait for the next video. You're really lucky to have one. And finally, "What a waste of a hero.

      The second half of the comments was dominated by people who felt that the hero was a waste compared to the master.

      What are you doing behind the scenes, why are you waving that stupid glow stick, why are you taking screenshots, etc.
    • Iselle has an id called Lollipop and she was commenting how everyone was just jealous they didn't have a hero like Loki. Anytng logins and they build a tactical station. It was a facility where the Master could be involved in missions. However, this is a double-edged sword. as Masters wipe out parties dozens of times over a subject they know nothing about. That's why Loki haven't said anything to Anytng until now. Han notes that Anytng must have built it because they got called a bus-rider who rode to success on one hero.
    • [The Tactical Station is complete! The 'Tactics' tab opens].

      [Master, you can use tactics from now on!]

      [Tips/Tactics can be utilized in limited ways within missions].

      [*Note!]

      [About Tactics]

      [Touch 'Tactics' at the bottom of the screen to activate them. You can give specific signals to your Hero].

      [At the beginning of the mission, you can use them freely, but the penalty increases as the mission progresses. Use your limited opportunities carefully. The more you level up your Tactical Station, the more versatile it becomes].
    • The trend these days was to abandon the tactical center and let the hero do the work as most didn't understand it or are competent enough for it. A heroes vision is limited though compared to a master. Han notes the situation where Edith was unable to react to the beast. A simple evacuation signal would have saved a lot of lives
    • Iselle wasn't happy about Master Anytng building this as a master don't know anything about the field. Han said he was a master though but Iselle said that Loki was different and thinks the Master will break Loki's strategy. However, Han changes his mind a little about the station.
    • He goes to the training center and sees Belkist and Nerissa sparring. He enters the tactical station and proposes a mock battle against Anytng.
      Simulation
      There are two players. Each player is divided into hero and monster factions. The missions were similar in flow, and the simulations were a great way to test and hone your tactical skills.
    • Anytng taps yes
      [Start the simulation!]

      [Type - 1 VS 1: Against an AI]
      Han chuckles at being called an AI
    • A square mock field was created, with black and white pieces on either side. Black pieces are monsters, white pieces are heroes.
      The monsters try to destroy your stronghold, and the heroes try to defend it. However, monsters and heroes are basically controlled by artificial intelligence. The only thing you can control is your strategy before the game starts and a few cues afterward.
    • Next to the map were a red pen and a blue pen. These were tactical tools.The stronghold was in the center. There was an object on the left.The monster formation seemed to start at the bottom of the field.Since this was Han's first game, he decided to use basic tactics. It's also very easy to counter. Dividing the army in half sections and putting them into objects and strongholds. He bisected the black horse on the map, circled it, and drew an arrow. It determines the direction of progress of the troops.
    • The fields were randomized.The effects of the objects were also randomized.Each person was divided into three classes and had different abilities. With so many variables, each class, formation, and strategy had its own bite.
    • Han deployed his troops and notes that Anytng will get a lesson from the first champion of the International Mock League.10 minutes later the game was over. They set up the next game and this time Han goes all in. Abandon the object and throw all his forces into the stronghold. It's a gamble, but it's easy to be caught off guard. 10 minutes later he wins again.
    • For the third game, Han didn't do anything and just let AI do whatever. He still won. He was baffled at how bad Anytng was at this. Anytng then proposed another match but Han declined. However, Anytng continued to insist but Han kept declining. Anytng then brought a warhorse statue and gave it to Han so Han gave in.
    • They did 10 matches and Han got 10 warhorse statues. Iselle was against the master but after match 7 was really sympathetic to them and actually cheered them on to win 1 game. Anytng disconnected after the 10th match.
    • The next day Anytng was still trying even at the cost of gold. Han is genuinely surprised because it felt like playing against a novice. He didn't understand how the master didn't get much tactical abilities after everything they seen. Han ask Iselle to see the mission videos that the master posted again.
    • Han notices that he is the only one that the master is watching from the 15th floor onwards. The master's focus, which should have been on the entire mission, is on him. This is why their insight isn't good. Han noted that Anytng might have felt something after floor 35 and wanted to be helpful
    • Han asks Iselle for the internet again to send a mail. It was a detailed description of the battle flow from the fifth floor to the thirtieth floor. compare it to the strategy document he sent, and it's easy to understand.
    • Anytng didn't reply to the message but it was clear that their demeanor had changed. According to Iselle, their phone records showed that they had watched the mission video several times.
    • Han is at the training center. Jenna was embarassed holding a whip with thorns. Next to them is a bathtub full of red liquid. It was filled with dozens of bottles of recovery potion. Han needed to train his endurance. Repeating the damage and recovery of the body in the arena, where healing in the waiting room would not work.
    • Jenna was reluctant to hit Han but Han states that he didn't want a floor 35 situation to happen again. Jenna hits him in the back with the whip. She had hit him 9 times and after that Han went into the bathtub. This was one set and he needed to do 10 sets a day. Belkist watched from the sidelines and thought the training was crazy. Han eventually unlocked Regeneration skill
    • Every evening Han would play Anytng in Simulation. After a few days, Anytng's skill level had risen to a beginner's level. Han gets a call from Yurnet. Yurnet jokes that she called to say good night but she really has something important that she can't decide on her own. It was the Unity council. Rumor has it that the forces of the Unity Council are gathering in one place.
    • 100s of Airship were gathering across the server. Among Anytngs comment section, was a call for members of the Unity Society. On Loki's last video (6 months ago) there are many comments criticising Loki and saying how the game is luck and not skill. These comments were posted simultaneously. There were many who were defending Loki from the trolls.
    • A week ago there was an alliance called the Batsu Union that was created to combat the reckless looting of the Unity guild but they didn't last a week. Yurnet states they need their master to have minimal loss. Han questions this and says that Niflheim already has a defence system in place and doesn't need him.
    • Han asks why Yurnet really needs him, Yurnet jokes because she doesn't remember master's face. The real reason though is because she does not have authority to command party 1.
    • The goal of the unity meeting was obvious even without looking at it. According to reports, no other rankers were touched. Only Loki. Han decides to accept the invitation. A dispatch request has been sent to the Master of Taoneer. Yurnet believes they will oblige. The airship arrives two days later.
    • Anytng opens up their mail:
      [Title - Additional Training Guide]
      [Sender – Loki (Niflheim)]
      [We are contacting the head of each training class to inform them of additional services. In this course, we plan to reinforce the training that was not completed, and we would like to invite your hero, ‘Israt Han,’ as he achieved particularly excellent grades.]
    • Anytng doesn't accept straight away. Han gives a suggestion to Anytng to accept the dispatch. After a hour of deliberation, Anytng accepts. In the end, Loki is a massive benefactor to Anytng. Han had no doubt that Anytng is wondering why Loki is helping them with no benefit.
    • Han gathers party 1 and tells them that he will gone for a week. Jenna notes she wish she could get the extra training too. Han tells Edith as well. He didn't get to meet Kishasha as they were still locked up in their room. Han notes having to deal with this when he gets back.
    • There was a piece of paper on which Yurnet's report had transcribed. The detailed history of the unity meeting was meticulously written on the paper. From the number and class of secret factories they have, to the number of high-level heroes, to the special aces and commonly used tactics
    • Among the heroes belonging to the unity association, there is one who is exceptionally outstanding. The submaster of the leader of the union. He was the supreme commander of the opposing hero side. This hero had single-handedly entered the heart of the Batsu Alliance and wiped out its leadership. According to survivors, it was a 7 star.
    • The airship arrived and Han said his farewells.Iselle was worried that Loki was going to leave them which Han reassured her that he wasn't.On the airship, a girl in a black uniform saluted him,he met Lidell again. They departed on the Landgrid07 airship to Niflheim.
    • Han wanted to rest on the journey but noticed the shakiness. He gets on the deck and sees Lidell. They see a huge purple airship caught my eye. The metallic surface is engraved with a writhing logo of a dragon and a sword crossing each other. It was the mark of the unity alliance.
    • A blast of heat from the muzzle struck Landgrid 07's shields. A man's arrogant voice is heard calling them Niflheim arrogant bastards who boast about being rankers. Liddel looked dejected as this wasn't a warship so they don't have any weapons. Aside from Liddell, there were no one else. Moreover, liddel was a thoroughly supportive class mage.
    • Liddell apologise but the enemies airship has blasted their shields. Lidell decided to buy Han time. Several human figures appeared on the deck. It was an infiltration using teleportation magic. There were 8 of them. Han asks if she had body magic which she replied yes. The man laughed that a level 34 wanted to fight a level 50. Han entered the exceed skill, instantly the man's head disappeared.
    • Han tells liddell to use her body magic skill. Han notes that he will be able to hold on for 30 seconds. Han charges at another man but he managed to block it. The man noted that Han is dangerous and was likely at a level 70 fighting power now. Han undoes Exceed. Han notes the difference in basic specs was too much.
    • Lidell asks what they do now, Han states he will stall. The man charge at them but gets killed by a lightning bolt, burned in place with a golden flash. The remaining enemies face froze. A second thunderbolt struck. The lightning took on the shape of a man. A black uniform that tightly covers the entire body. Electric current flashes from her long braided platinum hair.A mischievous grin, with a hint of tooth, turned to the enemy.
    • The girl smiled broadly. “Have you ever been kicked at the speed of light?” In one flight of lightning all of them are killed.
     
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    • The girl pulls out a bow and a golden arrow and destroys the enemy airship in one shot. She speaks in a very informal and cheerful way. She apologizes if this bothers the master. She is revealed to be Nihaku Guestpel, the youngest member of Party 1 and the 5th highest rank in Niflheim.
    • Liddell grabbed Nihaku's hand and shook it frantically. She was thrilled to finally meet her hero that she only heard about in rumours. Nihaku was very happy to finally meet master Loki. She didn't get to meet him last time and thought it was because he disliked her which Han denies.
    • Han decides to return to his room but was wondering why Nihaku was following him. She even tried to crawl into his hammock like a pet cat. Han notes how when Nihaku was first summoned, shee was locked in a room as if she were dead and was just breathing. It was a common disaster. If Han didn't discover the talent that she had, he would have considered synthesizing her. Nihaku ended up sleeping on the floor.
    • They end up finally arriving at a hangar. However, Han noticed that this isn't Niflheim, it was Brunhilde. Brunhilt01. It was Niflheim's newest flagship. Han thanked Liddell for her service and descended the stairs. There he met Yurnet.
    • Yurnet takes him to the top floor. A circular room lined with mirrors. A mannequin modeled after his body type, dressed in a stylish uniform. Yurnet reveals it was a outfit designed for him, the commander of Niflheim. Han did not want to wear it but Yurnet starts crying about it so Han reluctantly wears it.
    • He is then taken to the bridge of the Brunhilde. It was the size of a small sports field. The captain's chair is the centerpiece, with the controls and crew seats arranged in a circle. Several heroes in the midst of their duties. A circular table and a holographic map floated in front of him.
    • Yurnet says that Nihaku has joined and Muden has replied and Lydigion would join if he receives masters permission. However, Siris is unavailable as she was too far. Han says it is fine as analysing Unity's power, they won't need Siris.
    • The eyepatch fairy from the time Han raided, appears. The fairy is complaining about doing chores such as bringing coffee. She sees Han. Han asks about how it is, the fairy is complaining about being kidnapped out of nowhere, to be a slave, to give up on big dreams of flying through the sky.
    • Han asks if she wants to be let go but the fairy refuses saying that being an intern is the best. Her dream is to be king of the interns. She makes a coffee very quickly for Han. She also gives a briefcase containing the battle records of the Batsu alliance.
    • In addition to basic specifications such as troops and number of airships, the report recorded a wide range of information, including the personal records and billing details of all members of the association, and the characteristics and biographies of notable heroes. Han was impressed by Yurnet's investigation
    • The eyepatch fairy says that the Unity alliance is strong, especially their masters. They've never lost a fight up to the 70th floor. She also notes seeing the 7 star hero. It was a trial sparring. Dozens of kids lost their lives without even touching a single hair. It is noted that the leader was shelling a lot of money, a pay to win person.
    • The number of airships is 578. The number of heroes alone was close to 5,000. Considering that most of them were combatants, it was a surprising number of people. Although Niflheim has a total of 20,000 members, there are only a few members who actually fight. A number almost twice that of Niflheim. Heroes too.
    • The fairy asks what plan Loki has but he says none. He looks at the hologram message Unity gave
      ‘Let’s fight fair and square in one place. Until one side is annihilated. Whoever wins the fight gets everything. and… … 'Are you going to broadcast the scene where we win?'
    • The Unity seems to be hoping for a large-scale fleet battle and was going to stream it. The battle was due for tomorrow. It was a ploy to give him less time to prepare for battle. Yurnet says Lydigion just arrived via portal but Muden says it will take a little longer.
    • [Pick Me Up! - Unity VS Nippleheim]

      [213,053 viewers].
    • A deafening voice shook the bridge.
      <I am Nystarda, Fleet Commander! Why did you send only one airship did you see our proclamation as water?">
      The troops mobilized by the unity group included 600 airships and 4,000 heroes.
    • People on the chat in streams were disappointed in Loki for having one airship. Hundreds of unmanned ships lined up to surround Brunhilde 01. Han asks why Yurnet called him, as he doubts he will able to contribute much. Yurnet states that she wants to show how they fight.
    • Yurnet teleports them inside the flagship of the Unity alliance. There they see a A middle-aged man who appeared to be the captain was chuckling. He had been flirting with a crew member. The door creaked open, and a sharp-eyed blond man walked in. Three swords hung from his waist.
    • Han could tell they were all 6 stars. The blond man tells the captain that they are his prey. He reveals himself to be Shutra, the Hundred Sword King. His gaze shifts to Lydigion. The Hundred Sword King. A sword master who was said to have never lost in a hundred duels. Shutra's hand went to his scabbard, and with blinding speed, his sword was drawn.
    • Appearing in front of Shutra, Lydigion snatched the sword from the man's hand. A ray of sword light flashed across the bridge. Followed by 25 crew members. 19 guard troops, including many at level 6. And the rest, a total of forty-seven heroes turned into minced meat in an instant.
    • Lydigion thanks Shutra for the sword. Shutra looked puzzled and just left the bridge. Yurnet was annoyed at him spilling blood in masters presence which he apologises for. Han states he shut the stream because game sales would decrease if they showed this.
    • He now sits on the captain seat. Yurnet tells the master to give her, Lydigion and Nihaku their orders as they can't move without masters command. He just tells them to win.
    • Yurnet overrides the ships permission and changes it to Loki as master. She then orders the Archerus, the flagship of the Unity Council, to open fire on their own fleet. Their fleets starts getting angry at the captain thinking he was the one who did it. Unity heroes were racing to the bridge but Lydigion cut them all down. Nihaku was also using her lightning bolt to burn the other heroes.
    • Yurnet starts sharing to Han what she was seeing. In addition to clairvoyance, he could also see through my opponent's weaknesses and strengths.
    • The hallway outside the bridge. Countless corpses are rolling around in blood clots. The heroes who came down on the deck were immediately cut in half by sniping, swordsmanship and disappeared. The airships were still aiming and firing shells at each other. It was no use trying to stop them. The fleet was in Yurnet's complete control.
    • The lightning that stopped in the air split into dozens of strands and accurately pierced the weak points of the nearby airship. The sky sparkled. The thunderstorm continued to rage, sweeping the surrounding airships like a storm. The eyepatch fairy was shocked. Han told the fairy that this is why they don't need a plan.
    • It's not just about leveling up."Stats are just the foundation.Even if you're a 5-star, if a master doesn't take care of you, you'll just become a mediocre hero. You can't go beyond your limits. People watching the broadcast were shocked but it then went off the air.
    • The cannons are out of action, and due to Yurnet's hacking, they can't even communicate with each other. The attacking team is being completely destroyed, and the fleet is being roasted by Nihaku's fire.
    • A purple comet was falling their way. Armageddon. A high-level magic activated by twenty wizards using up their vitality.Yurnet waved her hand slowly. The comet struck the transparent barrier and dissipated all too casually
    • Yurnet reveals Muden is on his way with the first fleet. The Unity Council's total strength was about a thousand airships.They'd deployed about 600 of them here, while the others went to Niflheim's main base.
    • Many of them started to request to surrender but Han rejected them all. The corner of the bridge glowed, and several heroes appeared. A man start raging about wiping them out, even at the cost of their lives. Before he could take more than a few steps, he was cut into dozens of pieces and scattered.
    • A woman behind him was angry that they wouldn't even accept a surrender and one of them even requested sparing the innocent. They all get cut down as well. Han tells Lydigion to kill them all and spare none of them.
    • The airships that were trying to escape the zone fell back into place as if they'd always been there. Even their ability to drive had been taken away.
    • Black shadows gathered in the left corner of the bridge.With an eerie aura, the shadows rose into human forms.Two men and a women. Their profiles came into view.
      [Urka Deejay Lv.99]

      [Shioha Niatra Lv.99]

      [Nord Lv.?]
      An old man with a sturdy build, a woman with a bursting figure, and a young man with an expression as pale as a corpse.
    • They are the direct heroes of the unity society. The woman becomes angry at the assumed betrayal of the captain. The captain tries to deny it but suddenly, black blood flowed from the captain's eyes, nose, and ears, and soon, he collapsed to the floor.He fluttered, then stopped moving. He was dead.
    • The woman's gaze turned to Han. She calls Han handsome and asks for him to play with her
      “Ahaha! Nice to meet you, warriors of Niflheim. I am Urka DJ. I am the advisor to the Unity Council. Please take care of me!”
      "I'm Shioha Niatra. I'm in charge of beauty at the Unity Council. Please take care of me." Shioha winked at Han.
      The pale-faced young man said nothing.
    • "You seem to think you've beaten us, but don't be mistaken, these are a tiny fraction of our power. The same proportion as worms."
      Shioha walked out, shaking her big chest. “Uhuhu, I am a mage with seven curses and the incarnation of immortality. An infinite witch who is not allowed to die. An absolute who will give you a sad and beautiful death….”
    • Nihaku just shoots lightning at her and her upper body disappeared. Urka says she won't die from this but noticed that her body wasn't getting back up. Nihaku's lightning bolts are loaded with piercings and curses.It was only natural when dealing with monsters that lived on the 80th floor or higher.
    • Urka couldn't believe it, saying that Shioha can be shredded into hundreds of pieces and still come back to life. Yurnet got angry at the man and disintegrated Shioha into particles. Yurnet taunts him and asks when they are going to show their true powers. A book flew out of Urka's hand. Its thick cover was made of human skin. The smell of blood wafted from the book.
    • The corpses on the bridge began to rise. He laughed saying his immortal army will kill them. Yurnet waved her hand and then all the corpses collapse again. Black light emitted from Urka’s fingertips. Before the spell could be fired, there was a flash of light and his right arm fell off in a pool of blood.
    • Urka wriggled on the floor, clutching his severed arm. Behind the two bloodied figures, the young man was watching them without any change in expression. Urka grabbed the man by the collar with a desperate look. A pale hand grabbed Urca's collar. Then, a black shadow appeared behind the young man and swallowed him whole. A few skeletal bones popped out of the shadow.
    • Yurnet notes that the hero is no ordinary sixth star,but seventh stars can synthesize on their own. Eating his allies was synthesising. However, Han notes that he doesn't look like a normal 7 star.
    • In the channel chat, all the Masters had left, except for the Unity Council's Mighty One. Kaiser32. Loki asks where they got this hero but Kaiser replies saying he doesn't know. Loki threatens to kill him but Nord starts laughing.
      “Those idiots are going to kill me? Those who are just data? Hahahaha!”
      "Don't you know what you're talking about? You're going to kill me, the one who possesses infinite power!"
    • The young man then took a step forward. A black aura emanated from his entire body.

      [Danger!]

      [Nord Lv.143]

      The Nord's right arm twitched, transforming into a demonic mouth.
      A maniacal grin appeared on its face.
      "I'll eat you!"
    • With a flick.The Nord's right arm was severed. Within seconds, the demon's regenerated right arm was chasing after Lydigion. Nihaku was about to join but Han stops her. He notes the weird trio, an immortal witch. A necromancer old man. And a demonic young man. He says to watch for a bit to gain more information.
    • Even as his entire body was torn apart, Nord continued to laugh. Yurnet created a table and chair for master to sit on while. She poured coffee for him as well.
    • "Behold! I grow stronger and stronger. Eventually, I will bring the entire world to its knees!"

      [Nord Lv.164]
    • He was leveling up every time he recovered.It was also gaining cut resistance. Han was eating cookies while watching. Nihaku didn't like the coffee calling it shit water which Yurnet reprimanded her for as it was a drink of Earth.
    • Nord was fuming at them having a party. Not just his right arm, but every part of his body began to change into a demon, from his limbs to his legs to his chest. Han tells the Fairy to take notes about him including his shapeshifting which she does.
    • He stood about three meters tall, his taut skin covered with muscle. Lydigion found him to be very ugly and continues to cut him apart. Yurnet notes Nord getting 90% resistance to being cut now. Nord managed to reach level 185 but that was his limit.
    • They decided it was enough data. Han tells Lydigion to put him out of his misery. With a crack, Nord's entire body was sliced into dozens of pieces.
    • Han was looking at the outside situation and saw Muden destorying all the airships in quick successioon. Han notices a familar face next to him though.
    • Yurnet congratulates Loki on his 130th victory. Han remembers the last fourth-ranked hero who attacked them once was a level 7. Han notes him not being a piece of meat like Norn and was actually very strong. He was killed by Siris though.
    • Han zooms in on Aaron fighting. He was fighting off two attackers. His spear-swinging form was fierce. It is noted by Yurnet that Muden has never seen someone so untalented. Apparently, Muden won't accept this request a second time.
    • Han decides to not head back straight away and stay for analysing Nord. After completing some minor postwar processing, he returned to the flagship Brunhilde. He took care of Niflheim's business in place of Yurnet, who was busy with her research. In the off hours, he'd dueled with Lydigion.
    • Han would use Exceed and hit Lydigion but he only managed to make him take 5 steps back. Lydigion notes that this reminds him of the old Siris. She had many shortcomings but overcame them with her mysterious strength. Yurnet opens the door with a briefcase in hand. She tells Han that the analysis is complete.
    • According to Yurnet, he had all the makings of a seven-star. It's a shame he got ahead of himself, because if he had built up his strength, he would have been a bit of a nuisance. The Tome of Transcendence is an ingredient required for a 7-star upgrade which can be found in the Transcendence Dungeon
    • Kaiser 32, the fierce leader of the Unity Council, disappeared after the battle. Loki tried chatting and mailing him repeatedly, but he didn't respond. His last message was a simple "I don't know anything.."
      First, Kaiser32.
      [Name - Taejun Seo]
      [Age - 32]
      [Birthplace - Seoul, Earth, South Korea].

    • He was born with a diamond cutlery, as if to prove his billing history of hundreds of millions of won. The third son of Changshin Group. Changshin Group was a conglomerate competing for supremacy in Korea. He originally planned to inherit one of the affiliates and make a living, but pushed aside in the succession battle
    • After repeated power struggles, he was pushed out of his position and sent to the provinces with a pile of money. He acted like a king, giving money to those around him.Since he couldn't do that in real life, he wanted to be king in the game.
    • Han was baffled at Yurnet's hacking abilities. She states all of this was recorded on the Meobius servers. Yurnet warns master to be prepared for the next information as it might be shocking. Han was now watching a camera footage. It's a video from a hospital. Taejun Seo, 32 years old. He was declared brain dead about a month ago
    • Han asks where his body is? Yurnet states they couldn't find it. Han asks to be left alone which Yurnet complies. Han came to the conclusion that Nord was actually Kaiser32. Half-hero, half-master. It was the condition of the Seven Stars that Yurnet had once explained.
    • The deeper you get into the game, the closer the Master becomes to Mobius. Thus, the higher the tier, the greater the concentration of interference power. The requirements to become a seven-star were simple.Synthesize a hero and a master. In the process, the master would die.
    • Han remembered a person he admired, Tel. The only news is that they went up to the 90th floor. But it wasn't like that before. At one time, there were a few guys who were treated as popular people on community sites. Han also received help once when he was a beginner.
    • The target of the synthesis would have been Siris, But for some unknown reason, the synthesis failed, and he survived.
     
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    • 2 days since the analysis of Nords. Han has raised his intermediate martial arts skill to 5 thanks to sparring with Lydigion. At the dock, Yurnet, Lydigion, and Nihaku came out to see him off. Han realises he needs to change the way Taonier operates as they are approaching 200 heroes.
    • He did provide Master Anytng a strategy journal that was based on the model he used in Niflheim and was also used by #1 ranked player who was once called a legend.That guy was active long before Loki became a ranker.
    • Han arrives back at Taonier. Liddell says her farewells and says it was an honour and asks when he will be in Niflheim again which he states that he doesn't know.
    • Han notices that he hasn't seen anyone yet despite returning. He also notices a fourth floor now. There stood a luxurious mansion that looked like something out of a photograph. It was three stories tall, with a fence surrounding it. Master Anytng had created a private home for him.
    • He opens the gate and meets Iselle. ‘Congratulations on your inauguration!’ There Iselle reveals that Han is now the sub master of Taonier.
      [Research, 'Hero Reactivity' has reached Lv.10].
      [From now on, you can appoint a 'Submaster'!]

      [The Submaster is the Master's deputy; he will be in charge of the waiting room's affairs and battles, and will help the Master conquer the Tower].

      [Tips/Submasters are given broader powers. Depending on the situation, a Submaster can even take control of a tower. Experience the limits of human-like AI!]
    • Inside, he meets Belkist, Nerissa, Jenna and Edith. They congratulate him. Edith jokes if he should now refer to him as "Master Han" which Han finds disgusting so tells her not to. Apparently, Iselle made this party cause she was worried that Loki will rejoin Niflheim again as she her of his exploits. Jenna and Edith though Han might be still reeling from Iolka's death so thought the party might lighten things.
    • Han gives them a paper that contains a diagram of the waiting room. There are nearly 150 heroes on the first floor. They need new combatants, because they have been dying in droves on the 35th floor. They need to change the way they operate to ensure a smooth supply of power and a better approach to future missions
    • The numbers are growing too much that the master can't handle it on their own. Han asks the party "What does it take for a single ruler to effectively lead a large group of people?" Belkist spoke up "to recognize the Master as our ruler?"
    • Belkist doesn't like this as the master considers them pawn or toys and doesn't care if they die. Everything he did was for his self improvement or for Han's. If Han was the master then maybe he would have. Edith adds on saying that they were basically kidnapped by the Master. Belkist says to Han to not call himself a submaster as it feels like a slave.
    • However, Nerissa thinks they should help the master. Nerissa and Belkist bicker again like usual while Iselle wants to turn this back to a celebration on Han's return. Jenna however responds positively, saying that she doesn't think the master will throw them out. They stated that the master gave them delicious food, nice beds and even allowed a place to mourn comrades.
    • Jenna stated that if the master didn't care about them, when they rebelled that one time, they should have been killed. Jenna thinks there maybe a reason they are here. Han states he is of the opinion to help as well, reminding them that if they want to go back, they need to break 100 floors.
    • Edith decides after Han's input that she will tacitly agree with helping master. They all look at Belkist and he decides to reluctantly aid the master despite it making him sick. They will turn Taonier into a joint operation of master and hero.
    • The next morning, Han went down to the training center on the first floor. It was now as big as a sports field and a towering building beyond it. He meets Dika, the current instructor. Several heroes were practising martial arts on the exercise floor. Han apologizes that the heroes he raised are all mostly dead. Dika tells Han to not apologize, as it was his fault for not them training them enough.
    • Han asks Dika about the pool of instructor candidates he requested. Each of them having a speciality. Dika calls them. Six men, four women. The heroes gathered here were all talented in specific areas. 2 instructors each in Swordsmanship, archery, spearmanship. Then four instructors for more complex missions like survival, hunting, and infiltration.
    • It is then revealed that Roderick (the old spear man from party 2) will be the instructor for them. He was appointed from a strong recommendation from Edith. She said he grieved unusually long whenever a colleague died. He was also exceptionally gifted at teaching others. So, after a night of persuasion, it was done. It is noted that Roderick will be retiring from front lines.
    • Han now went to the second floor. There he saw Jenna. The task for Jenna was to round up the people who had been in administrative positions before coming to the waiting room. She gather 20-30 heroes. From clerks to warehouse workers to librarians. It was a diverse group of people who were currently working in the waiting room as craftsmen or gatherers.
    • A middle-aged man stepped forward. Han tells them their new roles.
      The number and level of people, their current class and floor. The type and number of items in the warehouse. The current state of the facility. The amount of dungeon materials per day. The amount of equipment crafted per day, etc. To write and report it to him
    • The man questions why they should do this. Iselle appears and scares them all. She states he is submaster now and he can ask master to synthesize them. Han also threatens that inaccurate information or lying will result in him getting them synthesized.
    • There's now a school that encompasses the entire training facility, and everything from the warehouse to the equipment workshop has been upgraded step by step. Changes were also made to the luxury quarters on the fourth floor. One mansion was allocated to each party. In addition to private rooms, the mansion had a large dining room, a common room, a bathhouse, and a dedicated training room. There was no need to travel anywhere else.
    • In an office, there laid a man on his knees. Mark Callaghan, He was summoned here as a 2-star Hero two months ago, during the waiting period instead of training and becoming stronger like other heroes, he chose to stay on the first floor. Currently, he was getting beaten by Belkist.
    • Han arrives and interrogates him. He had been stealing and hiding items from the waiting room. Out of the Master's sight, he organized a special group on the first floor. Assault, threats, extortion. They got a testimony from a female hero. He complains saying how he doesn't want to get dragged into fighting monsters and what he could do when all he could eat was potatoes.
    • It is revealed that Han gave Belkist the task of dealing with the gang on the first floor. They sneak around when the Master is unavailable, extorting goods from other heroes and committing various crimes. Han wanted to make things more efficient with laws.
      You kill, you die.
      If you steal from your master, you die
      If you do anything to harm the waiting room, you die.
    • The Taonians were now transformed from a simple group of heroes into an organization with rules and regulations. Belkist asks if Han is continuing with these tiresome duties, as he won't have as much time to train. Belkist also wanted to train rather than do this. Han tells him that he will find someone capable to replace him when possible.
    • The aim is that party 1 with party 2's help will set the example. Nerissa was currently in charge of management of the waiting room. Belkist drags Mark away while Han continues to write a report on his deks. Master Anytng logins.
      [Master, we have an unconfirmed report].
      [Reporter - Submaster: 'Han (★★★)']
      [Do you want to check it?]
      [Yes / No]
    • The document shows what Han wrote in ink.There are 23 pages in total. It's quite long. From the basics of the waiting room, to announcing changes to the training system, to catching criminals, to suggestions for future operations.
      [Tips/Heroes with special roles can make 'reports' and 'suggestions' to the Master. Expanding their role requires a higher level of 'Hero Reactivity' research].
      [Submaster, 'Han (★★★)' proposes the public execution of 'Mark (★★)']
      [Submaster, 'Han (★★★)' proposes the creation of a new Hero class, 'Administrator'].[Submaster, 'Han (★★★)' proposes the creation of.......]
    • Around halfway through reading, Master Anytng just continue to tap yes. Most likely getting tired of reading. Anytng continued performing various tasks. She must have a headache. The menu had become many times more complicated as they expanded their operations at his suggestion.
    • Han returned to the mansion and met Edith. Edith introduced the new recruits of party 2. [Master Anytng has acquired the hero Laine (★★★)![Master Anytng has obtained the Hero "Maine (★★★)"].
    • Anytng summoned 2 in a row.
      [A strong connection is felt from the two summoned].
      [The bond 'Double Harmony of Wind and Cold' has been created!]
    • Both were girls, no older than twenty. Their lightly wavy hair fell to their waists. They were almost identical in appearance, except for their hair color (Maine had blue hair, Laine green). They were both mages. They bow their heads to Han but he tells them to be at ease.
    • Laine's a wind elementalist, and Maine's a cold elementalist. Edith asks if it was okay for 2 mages to be in party 2 as it concentrates the power in one party. Han states they have to change their game plan. Every other party apart from party 1 and 2 are disposable.
    • Edith questions what happens if they have to split their party like on floor 20 but Han tells her the mage will cover for that. Other parties are just to buy time. He then starts thinking about what to do with Kishasha.
    • Over the next few days, the basic business was finalized. The training system was reorganized, administrative positions were created, and rules were written.
    • The forest that was supposed to be home to five Beastmen was now home to only one. The other four are dead. The last time Kishasha was seen was the time they were mourning. She has not been seen since. Han meets Belkist outside his room. Belkist thinks it would be letter to leave her alone. He calls her worthless talent. What’s the point of being strong if your mind is weak.
    • Han states that her situation is partly his fault. Belkist notes that Han has changed. He enters the forest and sees her hiding on top of a tree. He tells her it is time to do missions. She says there is no point in helping humans when all her people are dead. Han tells her that if she climbs to floor 100, then she can save them.
    • She asks how he knows that it is true. Han replies that he doesn't but is willing to believe it. Kishasha continues to refuse to help, blaming herself and saying how she is failure of a warrior. She decides that death is the only acceptable thing for her. Han is getting tired of this and decides to cut her down.
    • Kishasha dodges and jumps to another tree. Han continues to chase her. Kishasha calls him crazy but Han says if she wants to die then why is she dodging? They continue to fight. However, Han is able to cut her, causing her to bleed. Kishasha manages to retaliate and cut Han, causing him to bleed as well. Han taunts her, saying he will win. This causes Kishasha to become mad and lunges at Han
    • Kishasha is continuing her barrage of attacks. Han decides to dual wield with a dagger in his left hand. Kishasha asked if Han was hiding his powers this whole time but he states he just got stronger. He notes if Kishasha continued to train she would have been really strong considering she was a natural 4 star.
    • Han has ran out of throwing daggers but uses his Bifrost blade which he transform to a great sword. He then smacks her with the blade, launching her. Kishasha then transforms. Han notes that this was a different transformation from before, a second form. Kishasha seemed to have lost her mind. Han enters Exceed mode and they continue to fight
    • After 30 minutes, the fight was over. Kishasha, who was lying face down, opened her eyes. Her entire body was covered in wounds and covered in blood and mud, but she had returned to the form of a human girl. She asks if she lost which Han confirms. She asks why he didn't kill her which annoys him as he asks if she is still thinking nonsense.
    • Shes decides to finally blame him for the 35th floor and the death of her clan which Han accepts. She tells him to take responsibility. He asks how but she fell asleep. Han leaves the forest.
    • A few hours later. Han is in his office. Belkist asks who did he fight with as he smells blood. Han in his mind wonders if Belkist is a dog. Belkist asks if he killed he which he says no.
    • Han then tells Belkist to prepare for the next tryout. He notes that himself, Jenna (only range dealer) and Katio (mage) cannot be left out of party 1. He reminds Belkist of what he once said "If you’re weak, you go down, and if you’re strong, you go up". Han says they are putting this into practice. The capacity for Party 2 was full so there was no replacing members. This meant that they were out until a seat became available or a new main party was created.
    • The door opens with a bang. Han and Belkist stare at the person. A girl wearing leather clothes and bare feet said.
      “It smells peculiar. I guess all houses where humans live are like this.”
      It was Kishasha
      “Put me in party 1"
     
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    • The next day, early in the morning.The members are gathered in the training center on the first floor of the mansion. All of party 1, except Katio who was in the garage, were there. Kishasha was in the corner. Han tells them that she wants to join Party 1 and she is very skilled.
    • Belkist lost once but trained a lot, he was ready for a rematch against her. However, Han tells Jenna to fight her first. He did this for 3 reasons:
      1. To gain extensive combat data
      2. To give Jenna experience
      3. To allow Belkist and Nerissa to see Kishasha's abilities before they spar with her.
    • Belkist sat back in his chair, his eyes burning into Kishasha. He was a fighter and knew that he would be most likely to be replaced by Kishasha compared to the others.
    • Jenna followed her usual pattern, retreating and unleashing a barrage of arrows. With a swift movement, she closed the distance, drawing the fight to mid to long range. If the enemy broke through, she would fight back with her dagger, looking for an opening. However, the fight was over in 20 seconds.
    • She'd never fought someone faster than her before.Catching up to Jenna with blinding speed, Kishasha deflected arrows and daggers with ease, then dug her nails into its neck. Kishasha praises her as being fast for a human but tells her not to trust her feet. Han summarises the advice as basically saying that Jenna should change her fighting pattern according to the characteristics of the opponent. E.g. in this case she shouldn't have tried to fight with speed against an opponent who is faster than her.
    • Jenna asks Han if she can try again which he allows. Jenna fights six times against her but lost all of them. She managed to last 5 minutes in the final one though. Jenna thanks Kishasha for the spar and leaves the training center.
    • Belkist stands up. He asks Han that he is mostly like out of party 1 if he loses this, which Han affirms. Belkist was about to arrive at the arena to fight Kishasha but Nerissa puts her hand up and says that she is out of party 1. This surprises everyone.
    • She states that it is better for her to be out as Jenna can also do reconnaissance. Han asks if she is okay with this as this means she most likely will never return to party 1 or any other party. She states she is fine with this. She notes that Han has been way too busy submaster task and it would be better for her to handle most of it in his stead.
    • Han asks to speak with Nerissa alone. Belkist is angry at Nerissa, Kishasha is indifferent but Jenna is quite concerned. They leave either way. Han asks why she is leaving so suddenly when she was the one who was the one who wanted to join Party 1 in the first place.
    • Nerissa replies that she had been thinking about it for a while.
      "When I first came here, I didn't trust anyone. It felt like everyone was the enemy except me."
      "I've changed my mind, just a little."
      “I thought it would be okay to leave the princess... to you.”
    • Nerissa shows Han her back Between the curves of her waist. There was a strange symbol on it. It looked like a rose, and it emitted an ominous light. It's a special House Halcyon trick called the Twilight Mark. It's a magical sigil that binds its owner to absolute obedience. It has many other functions. Strengthening the body and improving brain power. Shortening lifespan and maintaining youth. And enhancing memory.
    • Nerissa reveals that she has regained most of her memories from levelling up. She explained that she was once a noble, but her family was destroyed in an assassination attempt and she was sold into slavery. She was given special treatment by House Halcyon and sent as a gift to the Second Empress of the Empire.
    • She reveals that Priasis is her master. She never treated Nerissa as a slave though doubts she remembers. She asks Han if this world was created for the restoration of the Taonians, which he confirms. She wonders when the others will learn this. Han replies after the 40th floor as this is when the four-star promotion restriction is lifted.
    • Han then asks how this memory has to do with her leaving. She reveals that she was actually meant to be in charge of general affairs in the mainland and that she would like to do some personal research since some things are different from what she knew. Han wanted to enquiry into what she meant but she states she will tell him when she knows more.
    • She also states that Belkist would have lost against Kishasha and for a person who trains so hard, that it would be devastating for him. She leaves the training centre. Han notes that when promoted to 4-star, the hero's treatment changes slightly. A 4-star hero could utilize the hero's third ability, Engraving. Han states that Nerissa would be a good sub master replacement.
    • Three days later, Belkist still had a sullen expression with Nerissa leaving. Nerissa is very busy. She has a few assistants, but the workload is beyond Han's imagination. Once the foundation was established, Anytng selected dozens of heroes at the same time. It would be a hassle to submit each hero's report to the master on time. Han tried to help, but Anytng made him to focus on the mission
    • Party 1: Han, Jenna, Belkist, Katio, Kishasha enter floor 36. They see a wide plain. A plain in the middle of the day. A cool breeze blew down from the top of the hill. A wide expanse of plains, dotted with grass and rocks.
      [Floor 36].

      [Mission Type - Extortion]

      [Objective - Take away the designated supplies!]
    • They climb the sloping hill. Kishasha tells Han that she hears a strange noise and odour. She states it was iron and blood. Kishasha whirled around and began sprinting down the hill at breakneck speed. The rest slowly ran after her. They see Kishasha on top of another hill.
    • There were more humans than they could count on the great plains below the hills. Thousands, at the most. Countless flags fluttered in the wind. Faint shouts and the clang of spears. It was War. The armies of both sides clashing, cutting each other down. Soldiers armed with armor and spears swung their weapons at the enemy.Cavalry on horseback trampled the infantry in front of them, and archers' arrows pierced their heads. Above, fire and cold magic rained down, coloring the sky.
    • Han asks if anyone recognises this which no one responds. Han sees one of the flags and remembers seeing it on the 15th floor (the one where they rescue Priasis). It was the church/cult that put a bounty on Priasis's head. Han wonders if she got out of the ocean. Katio notes there is a transparent wall blocking them.
    • The battle was already in retreat. The right flank was trying to pull out, but the Cultists on the left were surrounding them like wings, gnawing away at them. Han realises that floor 40 might have them be involved in the war. Han sees a group of soldiers were walking down the road, leading several wagons behind them.
    • Party 1 ambushes them. They kill a majority of them. From the other side, a young knight in silver armor appeared.
      "I, the silver paladin of the Goddess' wrath! I am Kyle von Strauss! If you stand in the way of the Goddess, my fierce swordsmanship will bring down the mace!"
    • Han and Kyle see each other face to face.
      "Hmph, we finally meet."
      "Do you remember the great battle on the stairs? In the five years since then, I, Kyle the paladin, the enemy of House Strauss, have never forgotten it!"

      "......What are you talking about?"

      "Hmph, I'll have to remind you of that, don't you think the wounds sting? It won't be easy this time. I'll show you my special move. Name it, Heatwave......!"
    • Kishasha punchs a knight so hard that it flew into Kyle. Kyle was now unconscious. Belkist asks if Han knew the guy to which he replied that he didn't. An old mage called them the devil and told them that goddess is on their side. Han kills him. Belkist called the knights weak but Jenna thinks that they just became much stronger.
    • There was a thick puddle of blue liquid underneath the smashed chariot. Katio confirms the liquid as magic potion. Han notes that the church side is using a lot of magic in the war. Han wonders if destroying the 100s of potion will even affect them that much.
      [Bingo!]

      [Mission type changed].

      [Mission Type - Unknown]

      [Objective - unknown].
    • Han is annoyed at the unknown popup. Han thinks that it wants to find the objective themselves. He tells everyone to look around. They climb on top of another hill and see that the church is destroying the other side. Jenna shoots an arrow but a wall blocks them from interfering. They continue to watch the battle. Han notes in his head that this was like a watching a big fantasy movie. He wishes he had a coke or popcorn.
    • Han saw 30 of the black knights riding black horses with their great sword. Han fought one of them on the 15th floor. The Black Knights had blocked the retreat of the troops and were engaged in a one-sided slaughter. Jenna noted that he right hand was glowing. This was a precursor to them returning to the waiting room.
    • Kishasha pointed to the lower right corner of the battlefield and tells Han that she spotted Priasis. Dozens of black knights surrounded her. Han ran towards her but collisded with the transparent wall. Han yells at her but there is no response. The soldiers surrounding her are getting killed 1 by 1.
    • In the midst of the siege, Priasis al-Ragna stood, her face stern. Her silken silver hair was stained with dust and blood, her white face glistening with sweat and dirt.Her light armor was dented in places. Clutching her half-broken sword in her right hand, Pria cried out in frustration.
      "I will give you my life, so let them go! Wasn't it my life you wanted?"
    • Han tries to break the wall. Only Priasis remains. The Black knights repeat in unison
      <Kill the witch.>

      <Kill the dirty witch.>

      <Kill the witch. The witch. The witch.>

      <Kill the witch. It hurts. Kill. It hurts.>
    • "Tell me. What is my fault?"

      <Sullied. Our pride.>

      <The world we loved. We sold out.

      <If it weren't for you.>
    • Han calls her and she finally sees him. Her golden eyes, colored with resignation and despair, lit up.
      "......Han."

      "You're alive, thank God."

      At that, Pria smiled through her tears.

      Then, amidst countless sword strokes, her body was cut into pieces and disappeared.
    • [Stage cleared!]

      [Han(★★★), Xena(★★★), Kishasha(★★★★), Level Up!]

      [Reward - 300,000G, Wraith Shard (Lesser)]

      [MVP - 'Kishasha (★★★★)']

      [Banding!]

      [Reminder - You have 4 chances left!]
    • Han realises from the last hint that the floors are going to be a loop.
    • That night, Han is gathering his thoughts from floor 36. The situation on the battlefield.The Cultists and the other side's forces are fighting.He decided to call the other side the Lion Army, since their banner depicts a lion with a sword in its mouth. Four chances means that a similar situation will repeat itself four times, and if you don't accomplish your objective, you've failed.
    • The next morning, party 1 gather together again. They were all discussing floor 36. Jenna thinks that Priasis isn't dead yet. She believes it is weird that after all they have been through for her, for her to die. She also says time and space don't really matter for missions.
    • Han smirks and walks away. Kishasha, who had been crouching, alienated from the discussion, came up to him. She stated that she doesn't understand what they are talking about anyway. He pats her head.
    • Han gifts Jenna a pocket watch. The purchase cost is 100,000 gold and low-level magic parts. Anytng was hesitant as it was an expensive item, but they couldn't resist Han's request.
    • Han gathers the group together. He spreads a meter-wide sheet of white paper on the floor. It was an outline of the field we had traversed yesterday. The battlefield in the center, and the rolling hills and high ground surrounding it. It's all black except for the middle and bottom. He tells them that haven't been everywhere yet so they should try and fill those out.
    • If the 40th floor section is a repeating mission type, and the mission objective is tied to Priasis's survival, there must be a way to enter the battlefield somewhere. Iselle is sweating profusely at the entrance to the rift as she was still opening it. Han spent 10 minutes telling the party the plan
      [Floor 37].

      [Mission type - unknown]

      [Objective - Unknown].
    • They enter floor 37 and it is the same place as before. Jemna ran off toward the hills to the north. Her role is knowing the time limits of the mission. Hence she won't be fighting this time. Kishasha dropped to her haunches, and like a beast at a gallop, took off across the plain. She would circle the field counterclockwise, scouting. This time, Kishasha was out.
    • Katio closed his eyes. He clutched an iridescent stone in his hand, and waves of blue magic radiated from his entire body. He synced Jenna's vision and Kishasha's. What they saw would be preserved in the magic stone as video data. Katio was also out. Han and Belkist would take on the wagon themselves.
    • They make quick work of the same Wagon from before (and Kyle).

      [Master, 'Han' (★★★) requests a mount summon!]

      [Do you accept, summoning requires a 'summoning stone'].

      [Yes / No]

      [Slide the screen!]

      [Give the Master's Hero wings!]

      [Ring!]

      [Summon 'Gandalf(★)' to the battlefield!]

      [Summon 'Saruman(★)' to the battlefield!]
    • A summoning door opened besides them, and two sturdy horses appeared on the plain. A gray and a white horse, respectively. They had been prepared by Anytng when Han was facing the Unity Society, and they had trained them in the stables from the horses they had captured in the Yoyle Dungeon. Han rode Gandalf and Belkist Saruman (lol)
    • Han tells Belkist to go left and find out the boundary of the field. Han tells Katio to connect him with Kishasha. Kishasha is galloping across the plains, but behind her, strange figures on black horses are following. Han asks her where they came from. Kishasha gestured to her right. A black citadel sat atop a red rocky hill. A suspicious aura emanated from the entire fortress. A peach-colored stone statue could be seen beyond the slightly open door.Kishasha notes seeing 2 of the citadel places.
    • Han reaches the west side of the plain. In the distance, hundreds of people were walking in groups. In the direction of the battlefield they wore steel armor and carried quivers of longbows. Elite archers.Wiping them out will slow the Lion Army's annihilation. There is a delay point on the left, and a fortress containing objects is placed on the right. A simultaneous attack on both sides. Han notes that this mission is the worst.
    • Time is limited, you have to split up your forces, there are multiple points to capture, and there are enemies chasing you. Han rides north and reunites with Kishasha. Gandalf gets shot. It lets out a pitiful scream and falls down.
      ['Gandalf (★)' has been called back!]
    • Han was able to figure out the cause.On the other side of the cliff. Someone was standing next to the stone bridge. He wore a feather hat decorated with dark colors and a black cloth robe with wide sleeves. A man with his face covered by a mask raised his longbow. [Danger!] [Magic Bullet Shooter Lv.?]
    • [Stage clear!]
      ['Belkist(★★★)', 'Katio(★★★★)' level up!]
      [Reward – 320,000G]
      [MVP - ‘Kishasha (★★★★)’]
    • Han is concerned about the shooter. Jenna confirms the mission time as 183 minutes and 53 seconds. After occupying all the bases on the field, you must finally join the battlefield. Katio is complaining about the difficulty of missions in Taonier, as he also saw the previous missions in the replay stone. He notes Harrah missions were not as hard.
    • To the west, there is a potion supply unit and archers, and dealing with these points will delay the annihilation time of the lion army. To the east is a fortress and a statue of a goddess. According to Kishasha's field of view, there are a total of three forts to the east.At least 3 forts must be captured within 3 hours. While avoiding the Black Knight's pursuit. Of course, the western base must also be dealt with. Since the reconnaissance is not over yet, there will be other obstacles as well.
    • Iselle appears. Han asks Iselle what she thinks about the difficulty. She says if it weren’t for Loki, It would have been over long ago. Han asks if the level of difficulty is all just luck but she replies from what she heard from the director, that there is a reason but she didn't hear the exact reason. She confirms the director creates the mission. She crys if Loki going back to Niflheim because of the difficulty which he denies.
    • Han starts writing up strategies but notices that Iselle still hasn't disappeared. She states that she has a chat opened from the director to him.
      "This is the first time since the 1-star promotion ceremony. long time no see."
      "You don’t have to be surprised, Loki. You can meet me anytime you want. I thought you would call me at least once, but you didn't come to see me at all. You don't really know how women feel. "

      "I’ve never called you. go away."

      "Did you receive my gift well? If you had used that guy well, one of your hounds could have gotten to 7 stars."
    • The director is impressed that Han has still made it on a ruined account. The account is called Eva Tuna. She made Taonier but threw it away. The director taunts Han on whether he can keep surviving on this account. Does he truly believe Anytng is even a capable master, a person who waves sticks around.
    • The director says that they will give him the title of master of Taonier if he complies with a few conditions. Of course, if you clear the 100th floor, you are guaranteed a return to Earth and a huge reward. Han just closes the chat window. He notes that Anytng is still working hard on mock battles with AI. Even if the master folds, there will be no problem as stated by Yurnet. If Anytng folds, he can just be a master as he has access to master windows.
    • Han asks Iselle what they think. Iselle thinks it is okay to leave it to the master. Iselle states that the master is a bit clueless and has strange taste but they are not bad and they don't treat Loki badly. She then shows Loki, Master Anytngs phone history.
    • Iselle touched a document in the 'Download' folder. The text was printed on a white background.
      [Ta-da, this is a stand in the sky! I saved the document Loki gave me as a gift on my phone and look at it from time to time. I opened it a whopping 132 times]
    • Han thinks there is no point in just looking at it. Iselle then turns to the end of the document. There was something written by Master Anytng.
     
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    • The document started with the date.

      [X month, XX day].

      [I received a strange file from a man named Loki].

      [It was full of difficult words. I didn't really know what it meant, but I read it anyway. The way he organized and analyzed the data, he must be pretty good.]

      [Shouldn't he use these skills for something other than games?]

      [Anyway, I decided to take a page out of his book and start recording my own playthroughs, because it looks fun].

      [I think he kept a diary of his play].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [Floor 15 cleared. Han almost died].

      [It's Aaron's fault, he got tangled up trying to save him].

      [He's trying hard, but his skills aren't improving].

      [Useless bastard].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [Floor 20 cleared. Han defeated the dragon by himself].

      [I heard that the first-born are bad, so the strategy is weird].

      [Anyway, it looks like he did well, so I gave him a warhorse statue. Han was happy].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [Han was dispatched to Niflheim.]

      [I looked into Loki, and he seems to be a bigger gamer than I thought.]

      [But no matter how much I think about it, I can’t figure out why he’s interested in me. Why? I appreciate your help. I was thinking about quitting, but it seems like it's going to be fun.]
    • [X month, XX day]

      [My mom told me to stop playing the game].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [Cleared the 25th floor].

      [Kishasha is good, too. I'm glad I spent the money, though I'll be eating ramen for a while].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [Floor 35, party 1, Iolka dies].

      [I thought Han was going to die in the last dungeon].

      [I'm glad he's alive, but he seems sad that his companion is dead. I gave him a warhorse statue to console him].

      [It's an AI, but it feels strange].

      [Can an A.I. this sophisticated really exist?]

      [It looks like it's really alive].

      [When I told my colleagues at work, they asked me if I was crazy. They said I was addicted to the game and suggested I quit. I don't really want to quit.]

      [I wonder if I've lost my mind].

      [For some reason, the heroes felt close].
    • Han was genuinely surprised by this thought and looked back at Iselle. Iselle made it clear that Anytng wrote this. Han found it difficult to believe as they are just a gamer. A gamer may admire the realism but they won't actually believe it was real.
    • [X month, XX day]

      [I don't think we should do this].
    • [X month, XX day]

      [I got beaten by Han in a simulation].

      [Reviewing the strategy video for the 5th floor]

      [05:35 - Han gathers the members and meets with them. Formation is set. They start building barricades and defending against goblins from three directions].

      [06:43 - Battle begins].

      [08:29 - Why did he divide the members into three directions? Jenna is in the center of the triangle.......]
    • It wasn't just the 5th floor she analysed. She did it up to floor 35. It wasn't perfect analysis and a bit hit or miss.
    • [I don't want to be rough].

      [Because Han might die this time].
    • [I wonder who this Loki user is].

      [The more I look at him, the more I realize he's amazing. The answers to the questions I had while running the waiting room are detailed. It's amazing how much passion you can put into a game, and it's kind of admirable.]

      [If only Loki was the master of this place...... Han didn't have to suffer alone].
    • [I wonder if I could be like this?]

      [I don't want to quit].
    • Han closed the folder. Han glanced and saw that Anytng was currently in a mock battle with an AI. Han noted that Anytng isn't very talented. He looked at every aspect of queue management, party organization, and hero development, and could barely see anything special about Anytng. At best, they are good at racing games. In other areas, they was mediocre or even lacking.
    • However, the urge to try and better themselves and to keep challenging themselves with the game remind Han of himself. Niflheim and its heroes were a tool to test his limits. Similar to the feeling of climbing a high mountain. Niflheim's vicious missions pushed him beyond the limits of his abilities time and time again. Han thinks to himself that Anytng is like him but different.
    • Iselle asks Han if he is going to take up the directors offer. Han bluntly refuses and tells Iselle to block their messages.
      He then tells Iselle to print out a map for the simulation - Center blank, three forts in the east. Two strongholds to the west. Iselle had a stern expression. She works for Mobius but showed Han those documents which was in direct violation of the higher ups. Iselle made her choice.
    • Anytng was watching the replay of her disappointing defeat by a lowly bot. Han goes to the tactical centre and suggest a mock battle with Anytng. The winner would get the warhorse statue. The map was of the printed one. When Han was a master, he used to plan mission strategies with Siris and Yurnet, even though they couldn't talk directly. Their method of communication was through simulation.
    • A month has passed. They are now on floor 40 and the final attempt at the loop. Party 1 was gathered on the first floor.To the right, Anytng was busily operating. Distributing potions and other supplies and checking the status of the party.
    • Jenna is nervous and trying to hype herself up that they can do it. Belkist jokingly says that if they fail, they are all going to die anyway.
      [1st Raid Team (small)].

      [Party composition - '1', '2', '3', '4', '5']

      [Hero Total - 25]

      [Raid Leader - 'Edith (★★★)']
    • [*Warning!]

      [This is your last chance].

      [If you fail this time, all heroes belonging to 'Party 1' will be wiped out, and you will start over from the 31st floor].
    • Party 1 is the one to enter first. Kishasha whispers to Han, saying that he should not die fighting as she doesn't want to be alone. Han knocks her on the head and tells her no one is dying.
      [Floor 40].

      [Mission type - unknown]

      [Objective - unknown].
    • 3 seconds into the mission, Han runs across the meadow. The members began their respective actions. Kishasha roared loudly and Transforms into a giant tiger, Kishasha bared her fangs and ran to the east side of the field
    • The other four encounter the wagon, including Kyle. Han decapitates himself before he even gets to say his lines. Belkist is told to handle this alone. The key to this mission is how much time they can save.
    • Anytng summons the mounts Gandalf and Saruman for party 1. Han rode Gandalf while Jenna and Katio rode Saruman. Katio pulls out a gem and hands it to Jenna attaches it to the arrow head. The magic shooter on the cliff shoots but Han blocks it with his bifrost.
    • First of all, the arrow they shot was invisible. The direction was also random. It was clearly coming from the front, but it appeared from the side or behind. They would veer off at will, or come out of nowhere from under the ground. Jenna fired back with her arrows but it wasn't working.
    • Jenna's arrows, flying in a crisscrossing motion, embedded themselves in the underside of the cliff he was stepping on. The magic shooter, shoots down Gandalf but before Han could hit the ground, Katio uses teleport and teleports Han towards the magic shooter. Han then kicks the shooter off the cliff as they plummet to the ground.
    • Belkist confirms that he is finished with the Wagon. Han tells him to join the other two and take out the archers. Jenna's horse cleared the stone bridge. Katio uses a second teleport and Han is now on Kishasha's back.
    • Anytng opens the tactics screen and draws an arrow pointing Northeast.Kishasha turned and ran across the meadow.Twice as fast as a horse. In an instant, the fortress came into view. A black wall several meters high appeared. 15 archers are there. Kishasha, avoiding the volley of fire by zigzagging, approached the castle wall and jumped straight up. The archer caught in Kishasha's fangs was turned into a rag and scattered.
    • Landing on the castle wall, Kishasha swung its front paws and tore the three people to pieces, then leaped straight into the fortress. The goddess statue made of white marble was emitting blue light.
      [Danger!]
      [Senior Inquisitor]
      [Monstrous Rodvik Lv.46]
    • It appeared.In front of the statue, a nearly three-meter giant was clad in iron armor and holding a mace.An eerie voice emanated from its demonic faceplate.
      "Death...... to heretics!"
    • They begin to swing their mace but han uses exceed mode and destroys the mace while Kishasha slammed her forepaw into his chest plate. Han then puts a sword straight through its chest. Kishasha then destroys the upper body of the statue as blue light disperses into the sky.
      [Object effect activated!]
      [Master, it is now possible to deploy late troops.]
      [Reach out a helping hand to the hero in crisis!]
    • Party 2,3,4,5 is summoned. Han tells Edith to follow the arrows by the master. He tells her to dump anyone who isn't doing their work quickly enough but to make sure to take the twin mages with her.
    • Each fortress held a named monster. Each had a distinct characteristic. This onne was strength. The others, speed and finesse. The gates of the fortress behind them burst open, and knights on black steeds rushed out. A pursuit party to chase them down.
    • The raiding party will follow Anytng's instructions and move around the field to the right to capture the fortress. Han galloped south with Kishasha, needing to clear the obstacles before they reached the first fortress. Thirty-two minutes, thirty-three seconds to this point. They had about two and a half hours to spare.
      [Danger!]
      [Senior Inquisitor]
      [Swift Razelka Lv.46]
    • In front of the object in the second fortress.The Black Knight spun his twin swords in a spectacular fashion. He moved at a tremendous speed, dazzling your vision. Han fought enough fast opponents like Lydigion and Kishasha. Han takes his left hand and grabs the knight by the throat. He snaps his neck.
    • Han turns his attention to the front of the fortress and sees 157 soldiers. Han decided to leave as they are not good enough to quickly push through. He got rid of the nuisance so decided to leave it to the Edith's party.
    • Han calls Katio and gets teleported again. He saw countless bodies strewn across the plain. The foul smell of the archers. There he meets Belkist and Katio. Jenna was not here and was most likely with Kishasha to take on the 3rd fort as she had a better chance with the 3rd named enemy.
    • The status of the battlefield was that the Church had the Lion army surrounded. Intense flames burned on the Lion's right flank. Approximately 73 minutes to this point. Katio climbed back on his horse.
    • To the north of the archers' corps lies a river that runs across the plains. This place, like the cliff, was also an extremely awkward terrain. Beyond that lied a mage that was wrapped up like a mummy.
      [Danger!]

      [Mage of the Black Stream Lv.?]
    • <Labruceum.>

      There was a crack of lightning, and the river's flow intensified.In an instant, the rushing water swirled and formed a turbulent current.It was a barrier of sorts. You can't get past this place.
    • Katio drew a large circle with his hand and summons a portal. Out came the twin mages. The twins clasped their hands together and recited the magic words like they were singing a song.

      <La ciudio cru.>

      <La undienne.>
    • A gust of wind from Laine's right hand rose into the air, and a chill from Maine's left hand merged with it. The two smiled lightly, then looked at Katio. Katio sighed heavily and reached out to the sky. A thread of magic mingled with the cold and wind, weaving the two together.

      [Zing!]

      [Merged Anti-Magic, 'Howling Storm (★★★★)' is activated!]

      [Casters - 'Laine (★★★)', 'Maine (★★★)', 'Katio (★★★★)']
    • The sky is swirling with storms dozens of meters in diameter. Katio gestured to the mages beyond the river. At the same time, the storm, like a giant wall, began to slowly move forward. Finished with their task, the twins smirked and disappeared through the portal.
      Belkist immediately began to run and Han followed. The storm was moving up the river, pushing back the water as it went. A barrier of sorts. The mage was immune to magic and range attacks so they crossed the river and Belkist cut the mages head off.
    • 103 minutes, 22 seconds. Eighty minutes to go. Katio was becoming more tired after his usage of magic. His face was pale and then he rolled onto his back. Han told him he did a good job and left him there to rest.
    • Beyond the river, a plain stretched out into nothingness.There are no supply lines or archers here, as there were in the last stronghold. It's just an empty field. Two armies were tangled up in a bloody battle, the Churches' rear exposed. This was the best position to take the enemy by surprise.
    • Jenna calls Han to tell him that she killed the 3rd named enemy. Han tells her to come right back. Anytng's role here is to keep the troops on the right path. There will be various obstacles on the east side where the fortress is located. However, there are side paths that they have found. All Anytng has to do is lead the heroes to that location. Edith will take over detailed battle command.
    • [Object effect activated!]

      [Dimensional wall begins to take damage!]

      The transparent wall that separated us from the battlefield cracked.Like cracks in glass. From the north side of the hill, Kishasha and Jenna ran across the plain. Behind them, dozens of Black Knights are in hot pursuit of the two. Han tells Edith to break the 3rd statue and then join the defense line while Han wrecks havoc from behind.
    • Han changes his bifrost form into a great sword. They get ready for the knights chasing them. "Kill them All" Han commanded. At that moment, a head-turned Kishasha bit into a knight's face, and Jenna's arrow pierced one's neck. Belkist, mounted on a galloping horse, plunged his sword into the knight's back.
    • The 3rd statue was destroyed at the same time and the transparent wall was gone.
      [Mission changed!]

      [Mission Type - Conquest]

      [Objective - Turn the tide of war!]
    • Twenty heroes, including Edith, stepped forward to join the defense.But they can't play a decisive role. At best, they can only delay defeat. Dozens of black knights rushed past them, swinging their weapons. Han was parrying them. He tells party 1 to move and change the battlefield.
    • At the end of the steep slope was the rear of the battlefield. Behind them, the Church's mages were huddled together, preparing for the next magical bombardment. Fighting in the middle of the enemy is the only way to confuse them.
    • Jenna, riding beside him on Kishasha, reached out a hand. He grabbed it, and with a swift movement, he was on the tiger's back. Behind them, the black knights were in fierce pursuit. Han tells Belkist to make sure the mages can't chant.
    • Jenna sucked in a short breath, her eyes glowing red. Three arrows were loaded from her shortbow and shot out in different directions, piercing the three mages. The army became aware of the ambush. Heavily armored infantrymen stepped forward. An arrow from Jenna's shortbow twisted like a snake, slipping through a gap in the shield wall. It tore a hole through the head of one of the mages. Combined skill, Sidewinder. An advanced archery skill that curved the trajectory of a shot.
    • Kishasha, who had leaped over the shield wall in a single bound, bit the officer's head right off. Han swung his greatsword at the same time The soldiers caught in the trajectory were swept away like toys. Belkist charges and kills an officer. He tells them to leave this place to him. Behind, buried between the mages and the soldiers, Belkist was mixing swords with the Black Knight.
    • Han tells Jenna to kill any high looking ones. Just then, the officer leading the supply party was struck by an arrow and fell to the ground. Han wanted to find the command centre. Now it seems the enemy is starting to respond. Archers appeared on the heights beyond. Nearly a hundred archers fired their longbows in unison. The arrows flying at them were smashed by Jenna's bolt. The panicked archers scattered like ants as Kishasha drew closer. No matter how hard the officer tried to hold them back, they wouldn't hear. His breath was cut off by Jenna's fire.
    • Han calls Edith. She says the line has not fallen and the captain of the army has thanked them. The captain says they're going to regroup and retreat. Han tells them to not retreat but the captain is refusing. Katio connects Han and the captain. Han tells them to fight as he will kill all the superiors of the opposing army.
    • They saw countless soldiers surrounding the command centre, about 500 soldiers. Han scanned them all and spotted 17 superior officers. They were blocking the path with spearmens and swordsmen. Kishasha has no choice but to charge through anyway and she was getting countless wounds and cuts.
    • They stopped once they were completely surrounded. The commander then appeared
      [Danger!]
      [Church Army Commander]
      [Valention of Iron Blood Lv.56]
    • Killing him wouldn't stop the army, as there were 16 more officers who could take over. Kishasha was next to roar.With a howl so loud that it shook the leading soldier, Kishasha drew back and leaped up in one fluid motion. Her massive body leapt several meters into the air.
    • Kishasha snatched Han out of the air and threw him up.Beside him, Jenna threw out a stiff arm.After gaining his balance, Han kicked Jenna's arm and flew up once more. An arrow grazed Jenna's arm. Han then jumped towards the front of the command centre. He then enters Exceed mode and starts swinging.
    • Spears were gathering from all directions, aiming for the kill. Before the spearmens could react, their entire body shattered into dust. Coincidentally, the high-ranking commanders of the religious order are gathered together in a comprehensive set. A single strike that summoned the full power of exceed. Everything around him shattered and scattered with a resounding crash. The top of the hill is dented as if a meteorite had fallen. Not a trace of the imposing command center.
    • Blood was poured out of Han's mouth. Jenna leaps over the soldiers to Han. His entire face is covered in blood. His legs trembled slightly as he stood on the ground, and his leather armor was torn in every direction. He was nothing but rags. Kishasha came running up behind him and wondered if Han is a demon.
    • The church soldiers were all filled with fear. Han looked like a monster but he was actually barely holding on. The Cultist commander Valention was still alive thanks to the meat shields the guys ahead of him gave him. Judging by his condition, he'll probably die soon. Han walks up to him, using his sword as a cane.
    • Han stomps on the mans face and pulls him up by his collar. He tells everyone to take a good look at their leader. Han then threw the man down the hill. Soldiers and officers flinched in unison. A show to demoralize them. It seems to have worked.
    • Han calls Katio to get in touch with the Captain. He asks if they can win now, to which the captain replies they can. The religious forces that were attacking the Lion Army on three sides were faltering. It must have been reported that the command center was annihilated. Meanwhile, the 1st attack force, led by Edith, was launching wave after wave of attacks and crushing the right side of the church army. They advanced without hesitation under the magical cover of the twin elementalists.
    • One young knight drew his blade. He tells everyone to join forces and take down the man who killed Valention. Down the hill, they were coming at them with a vengeance. They must hold out until it's over. Just as they were about to collide with the front soldiers.
      [Allied NPC ‘Radasteri Knights’ are joining!]
    • Something appeared from behind the hill and joined the ranks.Without a word, they stood in front of them and began fighting the soldiers. A familiar voice called out.
      "Han, are you alive?"
      "I came running as soon as I saw you. Looks like I made it just in time."
      It was Priasis.
    • Meanwhile, the ten knights who had joined the ranks were standing side by side and fighting with the soldiers. Priasis reveals that the knights were provided to her by House Assinis, and they graciously accepted her request to help Han. A young man appearing to be the captain appears calling himself Adele Radasteri (Someone like you!!!)
    • He tells them that his knights will stall for time while they make their escape. They followed Pria's lead and fell into a path at the back of the hill. Han could see Edith running wild on the enemies. Anytng wasn't just watching, either. They actively used their tactical tools pointing out key battlefields and enemy senior officers to the raiders. Anytng's gaze was not on Han, but on Edith's raid party.
    • In the end. On the right, the Knights of the Lion Army. On the left, Edith's 1st Strike Force rampaged. Priasis says that she thought heroes were only in books. She says that Han and them were messengers of god. Han said to stop as he found that creepy. Eventually, the Lion Army won
    • Han and the raid party were beginning to glow now. Priasis asks if they are being sent back, to which he replied yes but they will talk soon.
      [Stage cleared!]
      ['Han(★★★)', 'Jenna(★★★)', 'Kishasha(★★★★)', 'Belkist(★★★)', 'Katio(★★★★)', Level Up!]
      ['Edith(★★★)','Annan(★★★)','Benik(★★★)','Laine(★★★)','Maine(★★★)'.......]
      [Reward - 40,000G, Black Knight's Broken Sword X 3.......]
      [MVP - 'Han(★★★)']
     
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    Ohhh that battle was intense. I can't wait to see it drawn in the webtoon. Thank you for the spoilers! They are super appreciated.
     
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    • The party has entered floor 41.

      [Floor 41].

      [Mission Type - Pursuit]

      [Objective - Pursue and destroy the defeated soldiers!]
    • Floor 41 was a continuation of Floor 40. This forest was connected to the Plains Field on level 40.
    • Usually there is a break after all the boss floors but Han request to Anytng to do it straight away. The first reason was because he was curious about the situation after the 40th floor, and the second reason was because promotion to 4 stars was not far away. Han was 1 level away from level 40 and being eligible for a 4 star promotion.
    • Belkist and Kishasha have gone around the edge of the forest and are blocking the exit. Katio had his search spell deplyoed, just in case. Han and Jenna were hunting the remaining soldiers through the forest. There was no way for them to escape.
    • Priasis asks Han if they could capture the remaining officer alive to interrogate them. Priasis revealed that she was here with house Assini to find the key before the Church showed up as if they knew. Han said that he will try but notes in his head that capturing isn't part of the mission.
    • Han remembered that every time a hero died, a message would say that they returned to the Goddess. The Goddess was helping them with the mission. He thought it was weird that the church who served the goddess, was the enemy. Han just proceeded with slaughtering any of the soldiers.
    • Jenna calls Han. She had her bow aimed at a big shot.
      [Silver Flash of Versace Lv.47]
      The armor, which should have shimmered with silver, had long since lost its luster. Blood and dirt cling to her long platinum hair. Two arrows were pierced under her left breast.
    • Jenna tells her that she can live if she listens to them but she starts saying that would never listen to traitors. They lunged at Jenna but she shoots her on the right side. They still manage to stand strong but Han just cuts her down. Han calls Priasis telling her that failed to capture the high officer.
    • They clear the floor and return to the waiting room.
      [Stage clear!]
      ['Han(★★★)', level up!]
      [Reward – 10,000G]
      [MVP - ‘Jenna (★★★)’]
      [Among the Master's heroes, there is one waiting for promotion. Once you have gathered the ingredients, combine the upgrade stones and retrieve the pieces of forgotten memories!]
      [Heroes available for promotion - ‘Han(★★★)’, ‘Jenna(★★★)’, ‘Belkist(★★★)’]
      [Tips/4 stars is a very important rating that determines a hero’s future! The hero needs the master's attention. Please take care and take care of it!]
    • Anytng starts preping for the promotion.

      [Begin item synthesis!]

      [Materials selected - Fire Elemental Stone, Water Elemental Stone, Wind Elemental Stone, Intermediate Advancement Stone, Intermediate Soul Stone]

      [Finished Item - High Grade Promotion Stone]

      [Success Rate - 54%]

      [Synthesis Method - Automatic]
    • After returning, Han is greeted by Nerissa. Han asks why she is still awake. She states that she needs to talk about the 4 star promotion. Han states that he will tell her what he sees are being promoted. There is a significant information gap between the three and four stars.Presumably, what he will see tomorrow will be vastly different from the mysterious footage he has seen so far. Heroes who move up to four stars have a slightly different attitude.
    • The next evening. Iselle was praying that the 4 star promotion doesn't fail. It's very unlikely, less that 1% but there is still a chance. Anytng logins. There is an announcement for the 7th season of a raid.
      <New World Raid! Get ready for the seventh season!>
      [If you miss it, stupit! Great fun! The reward is double great!]
      [Everyone, you have waited a long time. The opening of the festival of all masters is imminent!]
      [Especially in this Festa, there are incredible rewards that any Master can't help but drool over! Please tell me? A rainbow Advent stone for S-grade engraving. And 5 stars… … Hmm, I'll stop here. The second notice will be released soon. Check there for more details!]
      <7th Festa Commemorative Package Sale Notice>
      <Secondary Compensation for Frequent Server Errors>.
    • Anytng skips the message and starts getting ready to promote heroes to 4 star.
      [Master, promotion begins!]
      [Target Hero – ‘Han(★★★)’]
      [Promoting the hero to 4 stars. The promotion has a low chance of failing, and if it does, the hero will fall into the 'Tainted' state. Do you want to try?]
      [Yes / No]
      [TipsThere is a chance of failure starting with the 4-Star promotion; if the promotion fails, the Hero will be Tainted, and Heroes in this state will lose their sanity and go on a rampage].
    • Anytng hesitates at the warning of the failure. Han puts the suggestion to do the upgrade, so Anytng presses yes. The door to the synthesis center opens. Han places the iridescent stone on the altar in the elevation room. Spiderweb-like threads of magic erupted from the altar and wrapped around the stone, while the magic circle beneath it began to glow purple. The Bifrost in its sheath was vibrating. A flash of light from the magic circle engulfs Han.
    • When Han opens his eyes again.Hewas thrown into a strange space.
      [Dimension 0000 - Taonier]
      Han looked up and saw a pale violet sky. Huge shards of glass floated in slow rotation. The scene beyond was shrouded in darkness.
    • Ahead of him was palace of epic proportions. Flanking the palace were towers that reached into the sky. Nearby were stone walls and gardens filled with unknown flowers. Han could see words in the air:
      [Floor 0].

      [任無 %#!形 - ?!#?]

      [Mokmok! Mokmok; - ㅇㅁ[email protected]]
    • He didn't recognise the characters but he did see Floor 0. Floor 0 wasn't a thing in Pick Me Up. He walked towards the gate and saw a plaque that said:

      [Ragnars Palace]

      [Throne of the Golden Master]
    • He opened it and saw a vast space that seemed to go on forever. Marble pillars flanked the sides, and a red carpet ran down the center. Han noted that this is where the emperor stayed. Han walked along the carpet and eventually saw a group of goblins huddled together. He walked past them. As he continued walking, he saw every monster they fought from ogres to lizardman to church knighta.
    • The monsters he faced are lined up in rows. They were all making cries and noises. Han noticed that they are all scared. At the end of the red carpet, a throne caught his eye. The golden throne was empty, but a large table in front of it was filled with various humans. He looked at the man at the head of the table. He wore a coat of golden fur and a silver crown. His hair was sun-kissed blond and golden. He looked like a chiseled young man. He made eye contact with Han, but looked away as if he couldn't see Him, and his pale lips moved.
      "Is everyone here?"

      "House Assinis has not come."
    • The man seated to the young man's wore an ornately padded red coat.
      [House of Halcyon]

      [Ricardo von Halgiraffe Lv.???]
    • Han recalled that the man was the The Black Dragon, the boss on the 20th floor. Han scanned the others in the room:
      [Head of Halcyon]
      [Head of Stenberg]
      [Head of Lantia]
    • Apparently, the head of Assini isn't here as they will fight to the end. The young man thanks everyone for their efforts. a lizardman then replies saying it was a pleasure to work with him and apologised that his invention wasn't good enough. Han recognised the Lizardman as the pilot for the Golem on the 30th floor.
    • The young man then thanks the Water dragon clan. The blue-haired old man laughed and says it was a pleasant experience. The young man then thanks the church for their hard work despite not having the goddess aid. Han then saw the church soldiers such as Valentation and Versace.
    • The young man raised his golden goblet and then makes a toast:
      "Now! This is the Last Supper. We, the Taonians, have shed countless blood, divided into different races and ideologies, but for once, we have been united."
      "In the end, we lost, and now our homeworld will burn, and we will fade into the dustbin of history. Or perhaps the Taonians themselves will cease to exist, but we...... we...... did our...... best."
    • Han finally understood. This was the past before Pick Me Up was created. Before the destruction of the Taonians. And when everyone here was smiling with satisfaction, there was only one person. There was a girl biting her lip, fighting back tears, unable to win the battle.

      [Second in line to the throne]

      [Priasis Al Ragna Lv.???]
    • She sat crouched in the corner of the table. She wore a golden crown on her slender silver hair, and a platinum dress. There were tears in her golden eyes, and she was biting her lip so hard it was bleeding. Han just sat in an empty seat. The Young man speech continues.
      "We lost, but I have no regrets. Everyone did their best, everyone did what they could. We were united beyond the differences of class and race, and we fought as one body and one mind."
    • Several people at the table were so moved that they started to cry. Behind the unattended throne, a marble statue of twin goddesses stood. Two girls, hands clasped together. Nerissa had told Han. The goddesses go by the names Tel and Ikar, respectively. She said the saint receives the oracles of the goddesses directly.
    • The goddess's eyes, which should have been nothing more than ornaments, glowed red. But few seemed to notice.The entire palace shook violently. Shards of stone fell from the ceiling, smashing some of the tables. A knight standing next to the young man says that they'll reach the palace within an hour
    • Han looked across the table. A seat that was normally unoccupied. Suddenly, a shadow wriggled and formed.
      [SS▩SH黑⊙∈※ Lv.999]

      "Don't you think so, too?"

      A girl with ebony hair smiled at him.
    • Tel congratulates Loki on surviving so long. She asks Loki if he doesn't find it disgusting how they talked about doing their best when they lost miserably. She says that they are all trash except for one as she strokes Priasis face. With another chilling laugh, Tel's body turned to shadow and dispersed.
    • The young man asks if anyone has any last words. Priasis raises her hand. The Bifrost begins to shake violently.
      "Your Highness."
      "I do not wish to end here."
      "Is this what you've been fighting for, for an ending like this, for all this blood and sweat? You gave it your all and you lost, and you're satisfied? Is this what you've been fighting for, to be broken by a crisis like this?"
      "Look at the faces of your kindred behind you. They are afraid. They are terrified. And those who are supposed to lead are throwing up their hands and giving up? Are you not ashamed?"
    • The head of Sternberg then ask what she proposes as they tried everything and nothing worked. Priasis then asks the Saint about a new oracle that descended. She asks why the saint is keeping it a secret. Versace defends the saint and says she wouldn't hide oracles.
    • Priasis says she heard it clearly that the goddess is giving them one more chance to start all over again. Turning back time, years and years. Han wonders if every 4 star hero sees this.
      “If we go back to that time, there might be a different outcome. Wouldn’t it be a pity to just sit herelike this? Are we going to end it without knowing anything, not even knowing the identity of the enemy? I don’t understand it. Even if there is a very low probability, if there is a way, shouldn’t we try it? ."
    • The king asks the saint if this is true and if so why hide it. She replies that it is true and she hid it because she doesn't think they can change the outcome. She believed it would better to end it like this. All of Taonier’s races have joined forces and still couldn't win.
    • Priasis becomes angry.
      "You don't think we can win? You want to end this? Don't be ridiculous. Your own people are watching! What the hell do you think you're talking about!"
      "Once, I thought you were true heroes. I was mistaken. You were all cowards, Aren't you ashamed of yourself? You should be ashamed!"
      “Why is there no one standing up with me? Even if the probability is very low, even if it is just a glimmer of a chance, if there is a way, shouldn’t we do it? Why is no one saying anything!”
      “I will do it. I will do it. A hundred times, a thousand times! I will go back and change it. Even if my body is broken and torn, if I can save my people with that… I will do it!”
    • She then points her silver blade at the goddess.
      "Goddess, if you are watching, answer me! I, Priasis al-Ragnar, accept your offer, and if no one else will go, I will return alone!"
    • The twin goddess statues began to shake. The marble lips of the goddess parted, and a mysterious voice spilled out.
      “Golden successor, Priasis.”
      "At this moment, the contract is finalized."
    • Priasis then looks back at the table and says:
      "Give them a fate worthy of their vessel."
      “For those who are unworthy, a fitting curse is given.”
      One by one, the men who had been silent at Priasis's cries began to fall and vomit blood.
    • The statue then says:
      “Golden heir, I will bestow the goddess’s blessing on you. “Infinite opportunities will be given, and noble heroes will follow in your footsteps.”
      The palace was crumbling amidst the goddess's song.
    • Han agreed with Pria that they were all a bunch of pussies not worthy of being heroes. He started to understand why a majority of missions revoled around her. After this promotion, the heroes will know why they're fighting and will be more motivated to fulfill their mission. Han then grabbed his blackened Bifrost and brings it down, slashing it all like glass.
    • Bifrost's vibrations had already ceased. The black flames that had enveloped the blade were long gone. The ruined palace had returned to its original state, as if it had always been there. Even the table was the same. The blond young man at the head of the table, the lords and leaders of the other races around him, the Church, and even Pria in the corner.
    • Han sat down and listened to the conversation again. It followed the same beat but with one difference. Instead of the saint responding about the accusation, it was Pria's brother. He revealed that he knew. Priasis questions why he gave up then. He replies
      "For the sake of a single chance, would you push all life on the continent into the pits of hell?"
    • The saint reveals that there is a price. The Goddess is not a perfect creator. Her miracles require tribute. She reveals that she has seen how they became someone else's puppets, tormented forever, unable to die or live. Continents that were once whole will be torn apart, the past and future will lose their meaning, and they will simply be slaves.
    • Han thought of the monsters trapped in the tower. No matter how many times you kill them, they come back to life. They become valuable nourishment for the hero's experience points. In a way, so do the heroes. After all, monsters and heroes are just toys for the master.
    • The brother pleads with Priasis that he understands her anger but tells her not to gamble with everything for self satisfaction. The head of Lantia stands up and says that he sympathises with her. He tells the prince that they don't intend to end it like this. The king, the heads, the soldiers and even the monsters all stand up.
    • A female sorceress called Persephone bowed to the young man saying that House Assini has been wiped out. They all prepare their gear for one last stand. Han then notes that this time they weren't the cowards from before. Priasis's brother then speaks one last time to Priasis.
    • He says that if he wasn't in this position as king, he would feel the same way as her. He even says he will sell his soul to the devil if he could save everyone. He then whispers in Priasis's ear and says that if this doesn't work out, she can accept the offer. Han notes that he was a real hero.
    • Everyone was about to make ready for battle including Priasis. Before the young man thrust his sword out, the goddess statue behind the jade throne was smashed to pieces.
    • The girl walked slowly to where everyone was gathered.The huge shadow behind her swayed with every step her small, white, bare feet took on the floor. The shadow was inky black as it sucked in the light around it. The girl called them pathetic despite giving them a chance. A knight charged at her but was ghrabbed by invisible hands. The girl squeezed her hand, and the knight was crushed, shards of armor, blood, and flesh splattering to the ground. The girl dusted off her hands and laughed
    • The knights of the church all kneel in unison. The saint realises this was the goddess Tel. Tel asked why despite giving her an oracle to start over that she ignores it. The saint stated that she and the heroes want the ending they want and ask for her permission.
      "Since when does a dog question his master's orders?"
      "The words you speak, the air you breathe, the bread and meat you eat, the ground you stand on, every hair on your head to your very soul, all of it is mine, all of it is my plaything. You want to die with pride, who cares?"
    • Tel stomped on the saint's head. Tel smirked, then looked at Pria. The king then tells Tel to put her feet away. He admits the goddess being gracious but states that they should be able to decide their own fate. Tel calls him a mongrel who is a mixture of monster and human.
    • Every knight points their blade at her. She laughs at how they worshipped her and now they are pointing their blades at her. They all say that the goddess has changed and is not the same as before.
    • Tel then stated that deal was already done. She asks them how did Priasis know about the oracle. Priasis stated that she never met her before. She revealed that Priasis wanted to save Taonier, even if it meant giving her everything. Priasis was adamant that she nev er said that.
    • Tell laughs and raises her left hand. She then tells them that they have given up their rights to be heroes. They will now be sacrifices for the true heroes. Shadows sprang up in an instant and began to devour everyone in the hall. Except for Priasis.
    • She tells Priasis that she is the protagonist of Taonier. She tells Pria that she is running out of worthy hero candidates. The people swallowed by the shadows coughed up a mouthful of blood. Blood as black as tar. Black veins sprouted over their flesh.The shadows, spreading like jelly, reached Han and begin to climb at his feet.
      [Danger!]

      [Han (★★★) is starting to become tainted!]
    • Han starts slashing at the shadows. He realises that every hero getting promoted to 4 star will have to deal with this. He looked ahead and saw 2 people still talking. Tel tells Priasis that a hero should be able to throw everything away for their goals. Priasis continues to be in denial.
    • Tel tells Priasis to admit that she sold them. Priasis calls her a liar. Tel then states that she admitted in her dreams. Priasis was baffled at the idea of making a contract in her dreams. Tel pulls out a ledger and notes that Taonier has only one 5-star and three 4-star candidates for high-ranking heroes. She notes that this place is ruined.
    • Tel then mocks the king and says that he should have accepted the offer as he would be better than Priasis. He tells the young man to fight against the heroes. Become the greatest enemy and devour the world.
    • The shadows were gathering one after another. The palace was crumbling. Han ran to the portal. The landscape around him blurred and twisted. One by one, Tel, Pria, and the shadow-eaters disappeared. It was the end of this world.The landscape around him had turned into a desert. A dark desert. A red mist hovered.
      [Floor 80]
    • Beyond the desert horizon.Someone is standing there. He is wrapped in a jet-black cloak, glaring at Han.His face shrouded in mist. His black eyes flashed.

      [The Black Prince]

      [Praios Al Ragnar]
    • His shiny blond hair is covered in thick black.His skin, peeking out from under his cloak, is wrapped tightly in black bandages. Like a mummy. Han realises that he will be the boss of floor 80. He sees his level and it is level 354. It was comparable to a seven-star hero. Han continued to walk through the black fog. Han then promises that he will kill him as he walks through the portal.
      [Congratulations, Master!]

      [The hero's forgotten memories awaken].

      [Han (★★★★), your promotion is complete! You are now a 4-star].

      [Illustrations will be updated].

      [Level and skill thresholds increase].

      [The Hero's first Imprint is unlocked].

      [Tips/What are Imprints?]

      [A Hero's special ability that can be obtained through the Advent Dungeon].

      [An essential condition for becoming a good Hero! A well-crafted Imprint can give you an enviable ten skills. Give your Hero an Imprint. Don't forget!]
    • Jenna runs up to him and congratulates him. She then asked if everything is okay as he looks a bit scary. He says he is fine and begins to walk up the stairs. Jenna asks for any advice for 4 star as she notes that it could fail. Han then suddenly slams his fist on the wall, scaring Jenna. He says that there was a bug but in actuality a message from the director appeared but Han says in his head that he won't negotiate with her.
     
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  15. Mystralstorm

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    That was an interesting promotion. I feel I will need to re-read it again to really understand it. Thank you for the spoilers!
     
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    can i ask where can i find the mtl :oops:
     
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    • Evening, several days later.Waiting room on the 4th floor, the living room of the mansion exclusively for party 1. The main heroes of Taonier were gathered. The heroes gathered here were mostly 4-star. There are currently six 4-star heroes. Kishasha, Katio, Han, Jenna, Belkist, Edith
    • Jenna is not sure how to feel about the revelation of the world. She admits to just doing what she was told and wasn't paying too much attention to the things occurring in the mission. Belkist states that he didn't really understand what was going on, just a bunch of people and monsters crowded in a place.
    • Nerissa was the only 3 star there but she knew a lot. She states that there was a point to the missions. Their home world, Taonier, is already doomed, and the reason they have been summoned here is to reverse the past and save it. Jenna doesn't remember ever signing any contracts to save the world.
    • Nerissa states that low ranked heroes are kidnapped against their will but high ranked heroes are different. Kishasha says that she never saw Priasis though. Edith thinks Kishasha will see her in the next promotion. Edith suggest not telling the other residents about this to not stir any trouble. She asks Han for his opinion but he has been quiet this whole meeting.
    • Han says he doesn't care and tells them to do what they want. Han says he is not feeling well and leaves. Han doesn't think he should tell them what he saw. The morale of the heroes would plummet if they realized that a goddess was playing with the humans of Taonier like a toy
    • Han returns to his room and calls Iselle. He says he saw something weird at the promotion ceremony. She states the four-star promotion ceremony here is something the director puts a lot of thought into. It's specially made for Taonians, so it's easy to understand. However, Han says he saw something else.
    • He tells Iselle to only answer with yes or no.
      The purpose of this game is to save a doomed world, correct? - Yes
      Masters and heroes and waiting rooms exist for that purpose? - Yes, so are missions
      Are the monsters in the mission related to the destruction? - ...
      Why did we fight them?- [Now, wait...... that's the Taonian.......]
    • Iselle flinched. Han noted that the lands was in complete ruins. No one lives. Uninhabitable by humans, monsters, bugs, and even blades of grass. It is truly dead. If the world's demise was due to a monster invasion, that's not how it should end.The race of humans may be gone, but the end of the world itself makes no sense.
    • Han asks:
      In all the missions I've been on, were there those who caused the destruction? - ... No
    • Han pulls out his Bifrost. Iselle gets worried about being caught but puts her hand on the Bifrost. She sees that Han had saw Floor 0. She finally confirmed that the "Monsters" he has been fighting were actually heroes of the past. He then asks why they had to do it. Iselle simply saids "To make a game, there must be conditions"
    • The two goddesses of Mobius created a game called Pick Me Up to turn around a world destined for destruction. To be more precise, to borrow the powers of an Earthling from the higher dimensions of Mobius.If a game has heroes, it must have enemies. Han dislikes the idea of turning innocent people into enemies.
    • Han asks why not use the real enemies. Iselle states they won't be a match for them. If they appear in the early chapters, they can never be defeated. Han realises that after the 80th floor, they will fight the real enemies. The "monsters" before the 80th floor are there for experience points.
    • If they had accepted the goddess's offer, they would have been able to become 'high-level heroes'. But no one accepted it. Therefore, they became monsters. It seems that your rank is determined by your influence in life. Major figures in the world are ranked high. Those who are more like extras are lower. Those who consciously or unconsciously agree with the goddess remain heroes, while those who disagree become monsters.
    • Han was going to ask about Pria but decided to hold back. He thanked Iselle. The task hadn't changed. Climb the tower, kill the monsters, and keep getting stronger. And when the time is right, return to Earth. There's just one more thing to do in between.
    • The next morning. The results of the meeting were in. The idea was to further accelerate the performance of the mission while completely hiding the truth from low-level heroes. Edith said that she finally understood why she was fighting, and she looked relieved.
    • Yesterday at dawn, Nerissa came to see Han. She asked if he knew something, but he sent her away without a word. Nerissa took the initiative to explain to the other members, but if her memory is complete, she couldn't have failed to notice something odd.
    • Han could see Anytng watching a video showing heroes clashing with a dragon.
      [Do you want to get stronger?]
      [Do you wish to test your limits?]
      [Then take the Challenge! The glory is yours, Master!]
      [Coming Soon!]
    • As if to show off Mobius's financial resources, the PV was very colorful, with lots of CG in 3D. Once in a while, Big, server-wide events take place. One of them was the World Raid Festa, which was held on a seasonal basis.The condition to participate in the event is to join the "dimensional cities" placed in each sector. Of course, since it's an outside activity, it requires a secret process.
    • Large monsters appear at certain points. Masters form a united front and work together to defeat it. Of course, the rewards are rare materials that can never be obtained in general. The items Loki used to create the 5 sacred items were also obtained from raids. In addition, gorgeous rewards await, such as top-quality soul stones, upgrade stones, and special airship blueprints.
    • Anytng continues to play the video seemingly hooked on it. Han notes they are not remotely ready to participate in it. Some server share rewards but when he was Loki, if he saw you didn't do your share, he would tear them apart with his Niflheim fleet. Taonier doesn't have a good enough fleet.
    • However, Han saw one of the item rewards. [Rainbow Advent Stone]. Han has been promoted to 4-star, but the engraving slot was empty. Normally, he would have to rush through the exploration dungeons to get the stone, and even then, he only be able to get a B-ranked one at bes. The ones obtained in events can reach S rank. Han decides he will enter this event.
    • Han looked at some of the other awards and he saw a crazy one. A confirmed 5 star summon ticket. It wasn't even main event reward but sub event. Anytng had their hands on it:
      [If you want something now, pay now!]

      [Mobius supports the Master's choice!]

      [You have selected the 'Festa Special Package (1)'].

      [Package includes - 2,000 Gems, 100,000 Gold, and an Advanced Soulstone]

      [Benefits granted here!]

      [Plus a 10% bonus to your prize points from the Festa event!]

      [All this for only 110,000 won!]

      [This amount will be added to the next month's cell phone bill, are you sure you want to pay?]

      [Yes / No]


    • Han notes that it is a notoriously expensive package. Anytng buys it. Anytng then gives Han a warhorse. He is annoyed by this as it is clear that they want him to them the 5 star summon ticket. He thinks this is stupid as There are at least hundreds of Masters participating in the event. To get a ticket, you need to sweep the first place in a number of competitive events.


    • Anytng continues to buy Warhorse statue for Han until he has enough to fill half of the display case. Han decides that his priority will be the rainbow advent stone but he will try his best for the 5 star ticket.


    • Only one party per master could enter the event's location, the Dimension City. There were special conditions attached to that: each rank had its own entry restrictions. For example, the nearest dimension city to this waiting room was a 'four-star only zone'.Events would be held throughout the city during the festival, and heroes would have to participate in several events to earn high rankings.


    • Han decided to go to the hangar. He could see Katio grumbling. Anytng saw him resting and immediately ordered him on airship maintenance. Katio was annoyed as he would never do overtime. Han asks about the maintenance. Katio replied if he is going somewhere, he had dark circles under his eyes.


    • Han noted that the airship, the Capitalism, had been upgraded. Every inch of her deck had been replaced with steel, her weapons were bigger and stronger, and her engines had been beefed up for increased propulsion. Han told Katio about the event. Katio was aware of it. Han reassured him that he won't be bringing him along. The driver would be a mechanic, Rahdi.


    • Anytng organised the party:

      ['Han' (★★★★) joins 'Get the ticket!]

      ['Jenna (★★★★)' joins 'Get the Ticket!]

      ['Belkist(★★★★)' joins 'Get the Ticket!]

      ['Kishasha (★★★★)' joins 'Get the Ticket!]

      ['Edith (★★★★)' joins 'Get the Ticket!]


    • Han smirked at the party name. Edith replaced Katio as Han noted that the event will prioritised solo battles which Katio would be too vulnerable in. Han explained the purpose to the party. Belkist didn't like the idea of participating in some kids fancy and rather be training. Han says they will fight for their lives there. They don't really die, but almost do, and they have two things Han think he likes.


    • The first is an individual tournament. The second is a team tournament. These were special events in Dimension City with huge prizes and points at stake. Belkist was easily please by this idea. Han notes that the other heroes will be chicks who just does easy missions. He thinks the event will be a huge morale booster for everyone.


    • They event the dimensional city. Jenna was surprised by how many Airships there were.
      [Event Area!]
      [Dimensional City Helix]


    • For this Raid Festa, there was individual, team and one unknown event. In any case, to get everything Anytng wants, they need to rank high. You can place one person for the individual, 3 for the team and 1 for the unknown. 5 people were the right amount. After finishing the event quickly, the team travels around the city and tackles small sub-events. Their scores are totaled and rewards are earned. That's the scenario.


    • Han notes in his head that it is good no 5 star hero is in this dimensional city as they would be places somewhere else. After breaking through the dimensional vortex, the Capitalism was entering the docking bay. Rahdi asks what she must do. Han tells her to guard the airship.


    • Edith was surprised by the buildings here. Itr was built like a modern city so everyone apart from Han was surprised. The four-lane road stretched straight at a right angle, and high-rise shops and tall buildings rose between the streets like a forest.
      [Master, 'Get the tickets!' The party has arrived at the event area!]

      [Master, 'Festa!' The event screen can be accessed via the 'Festa!' icon in the main menu].

      [On the event screen, you can check the number of points you've earned, a list of prizes, your Hero's status and morale, and a list of events happening in the city, some of which require the Master's help - check them out carefully, get high scores, and cheer on the Master!]

      [Festa Package Buff (Bonus Points + 30%) is in effect].



    • The square outside the departure gate was packed. Dozens of buses parked on the street were busily loading people, but there were more heroes pouring out.There were a few people who stood out. They were walking among the heroes, dressed in well-tailored suits. Around their necks were blue employee tags. Han was surprised as they wer Mobius employees.
    • Belkist and Kishasha were annoyed by the amount of people. Kishasha in particular hated the smell. Edith took Kishasha to a less crowded place. Jenna got Han a pamphlet. <Dimensional City - Information Pamphlet<The setting of this place is modeled after a city in a distant dimension...... with technology and conveniences superior to those of Mobius.......>The pamphlet explained the background of the city, how to use the facilities, and a brief description of the ride. "I think they call it a bus. It's a horseless carriage that moves on wheels and carries people." ~ Jenna
    • Jenna's eyes lit up when she found about a buffet in the hotel. Belkist was looking at the other heroes, looking for strong ones. At the landing pad, a airship of a far different size than the small and medium ones was descending.At least three times larger than the Capitalism. It was a big one. Its white steel-clad exterior was stamped with a red emblem. There are some masters who choose the head of a snake over the tail of a dragon.
    • Judging by the equipment and size of the airship room, the airship master was a level 60 user. A group of 4-star Heroes were descending from a clearing that could be seen from outside the departure area.
    • The leader of the four-star party snorted as they entered the plaza outside the departure hall. She wore silver armor with a dazzling sheen, and a bejeweled rapier at her waist. She swept past the heroes, her tousled blond hair whipping around her."Ragtag bunch."The woman said, not hiding her emotions.
    • She was a natural four-star, and her master was several levels above the players here. Being sent to the event as the most important member of the waiting room, she must have enjoyed the status of a king in her own realm.
    • A special ride emerged from the four-lane road where only buses traveled. It glided silently into the square and stopped at the departure gate.The side door of the black limousine opened and an elderly man, immaculately dressed in a suit, stepped out. The old man stood by the door in a dignified manner. The woman asks the old man what this is, he says it is for special guest. She says great, her party can ride it. However, the old man says she does not qualify for this.
    • She gets angry, saying that her master up reached the 64th floor. She says that they are more qualified than everyone else here. (okay karen). The old man still says that she does not qualify. She gets annoyed and asked who it is for then. He points to another airship. The airship was not big. At best, it's similar to Capitalism. However, it has a completely different design from other airships. A sleek, streamlined body with a black gloss. The master's emblem was engraved on the side.
    • From those stairs walked heroes in black uniforms. The sound of a trumpet echoed through the air.It was the marker of a ranker's entry. Yurnet...
    • Two men and two women, dressed in stiff black uniforms. In pairs, they walked toward the parked limousine with a stiff step. Jenna recognises them as those from Niflheim but wonders why they are here. There was no reason for Niflheim to be here. The rewards, such as high-grade Advent Stones and 5-star summons, are not worth much. Yet here they were. Giving up the chance to enter a high-grade dimensional city.
    • Han didn't recognise any of them, he noted that they must be 4 stars summoned in his absences. The last member than arrives at the limousine. He strapped an iron longspear to his back and trudged after the waiting members. Jenna couldn't believe her eyes and Belkist thought it was good as it seems like he made a name for himself. It was Aaron.
    • Belkist thinks that Aaron has chosen to stay in Niflheim but Edith, who has joined them again, thinks they should wait and ask him themselves. Edith thinks it should be celebrated though if he was allowed to stay as their situation isn't great. Han noted that he remained the same height and somewhat youthful face, but his mood was distinctly different.
    • The Taonian party boarded the last bus to leave the square. According to the pamphlet, the opening ceremony was tomorrow. Belkist was asking Han about Aaron. He remembered him being very talentless. Han simply says that if he is here, he must be stronger. Han now realised that Niflheim is going to be their strongest competitor. He thinks they put Aaron here to give him experience or he really did switch sides.
    • They arrived at the hotel. Jenna gawked at the sheer size of the building, and Edith was equally amazed. Kishasha felt dizzy and vomited several times. Han took over for the staff and helped the group get acclimatized, giving them directions and other precautions for the facility.
    • Everyone in the hotel was talking about Niflheim and Loki. The group was on the hallway on the eighth floor of a hotel. Jenna was pushing an iron cart. The cart was stacked with tons of food from the buffet restaurant on the first floor. The accommodation assigned to them was a triple room on the 8th floor.There are five rooms with double beds.There was also a large table set up in the living room for strategic meetings.
    • Jenna was worried about Aaron and wondering if he is truly not coming back. Han says he will talk with Aaron and try to convince him back. Han then begins a meeting with everyone about the event. He says they must win all the events and that a person can only be in 1 event. The individual and team events are held at the same time. Han reveals who is participating in what. Kishasha, Edith and Jenna for team. Belkist individual and Han the Unknown special event. Han reveals who is participating in what. Kishasha, Edith and Jenna for team. Belkist individual and Han the Unknown special event.
    • Han dismisses everyone and goes back to his room. There a knock at the front door, it was Aaron. Han invites him in. Aaron asks about the others but Han says they are asleep. Aaron apologises as this is the only time has has. Aaron is relieved that Jenna and Edith are doing okay. Han decided to not bring up Iolka.
    • Han noticed that he was haphazardly dressed in a wrinkled uniform.It was quite a difference from the other Niflheim members, who wore stiffly pressed clothes. His shoulders are hunched, and his hands are wrapped tightly in white bandages. Calluses and crusts peeked through the bandages. Most likely he was a parachute for the team and not respected competitor. Hence why the other Niflheim competitors treated him a bit coldly. Han asks how Aaron knew they would be here and he says that master Muden told him so.
    • Aaron reveals that he has not joined Niflheim. He came here on the recommendation of Muden. They have small talks about how he is and how training is going. Han asks what he is doing here when they are competitors. He states that he wants to show his resolve. He will participate in the individual and that if he wins, he will return to Taonier.
    • The next morning. The opening ceremony began. A representative from Mobius gave an introductory speech and briefly explained the rules. The first day is the opening ceremony and qualifiers for the three events, the second day is the main event, and the third and final day is the upper rounds and finals. The schedule is interspered with small mini events. Since they were all in different location, they all split up.
    • Normally, Mobius and Earth are on different time zones, but for this festival, the headquarters has aligned them. If you die in the Dimension City, you'll be able to respawn without losing any abilities. However, once revived, the hero is ineligible to participate in the event. The second was that the healing powers in the waiting room don't work here.
    • Han wanted to watch Aaron in individual so decided to finish the qualifiers quickly. Many people dropped out when hearing of Niflheim participation. On the other hand, random events that didn't include Nippleheim were flooded with applicants. Han arrived into a huge domed athletic field
    • ["Welcome, heroes to this event!]The representative fairy said. She wore his black hair in a long braid and a form-fitting women's suit.[Nice to meet you all! You all have the quality of a hero. Thank you for participating in this boat festival I was in charge of. You really have an eye for insight. I was touched by the overwhelming support.]
    • Someone muttered "Iselle?". The fairy teleported to his face, filled with rage at being compared to a house fairy. [Don't you see this? It's a golden temple card from the CEO himself! Don't even compare me to the temporary slaves in your house! If you don't want to get your asses kicked! Do you understand? Ang? Do you understand?]The man nodded in cold sweat
    • There was a blue flash across the field, and a holographic message appeared in front of them.[Raid Festa!]['PlayerKnown's BattleRoyale'][*Warning!][This is not a fake].[This is a collaboration].[Describes the rules of the competition].[A special hyperdimensional field will be configured for the event].[1. Participants will start bare-bones with all equipment returned, and will fight until they are the last man standing by acquiring items and equipment hidden throughout the field].[2. The field narrows over time, and supplies, including magic items, drop].[3. Participants can form temporary parties for a common goal].[*Note!][This is not a fake.][Please trust us].
    • The reward a Rainbow advent stone. Just what Han needs. Han sees to his right, the blonde 4 star woman from yesterday. Next to her were the other members of the party. All of them had dropped out of the team and individual competitions.The woman thought if she could get the stone, she can kick Niflheim's ass.
    • The fairy begins the qualifier, she starts whipping the workers behind her to get to work. Anytng was watching a stream about the Raid festa which has a title - What? Niflheim is in the 4th dimension city. The broadcast was showing an individual battle.
    • Han enters the portal. He removes his armor and equipment and puts it all in a locker. Han asks a female assistant that if he wins this quickly then can he leave? The female assistant confirms so but says this is a long game concept. Han steps into the portal [Floor ?.][Special field for the event.][Objective - survive until there is only one!]
    • He is summoned to the side of a skyscaper. He noted it is a modern setting. He also remembers that there are 20 people in his group. On the left side of his vision was a minimap of the field. The outer red would be the no-go zone. It was supposed to get narrower as time went on. After about 10 minutes of rummaging around, he finds a rusty iron pipe.
    • He encounters another hero. They say that it is too early to fight and they should team up. Han says it is a good idea but then quickly hits in the head. The person dies. He takes their crossbow, bolt and first aid kit.
     
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    • [Number of survivors - 6]. 14 have already died
    • Han looked out the window. It was one of a group of survivors from this qualifier. The party of two men and one woman, each carrying a bow, spear, and shield, were crossing the street. Han slid down one of the pipes along the building. He immediately pulled out a small crossbow and squeezed the trigger. With a ping, the bolt lodged in the man's nape.The other two dodged the next three shots by flying out of the way.
    • Dropping straight down the alley, Han picked up the iron pipe and stomped on the ground.The man raised a crude wooden shield to block. The iron pipe pierced through the shield and lodged halfway in. He kicked the stumbling man, grabbed him by the head, and slammed him to the asphalt.
    • The woman, a rogue, leapt like a flying squirrel across the second story roof and began to run. Han scaled the wall and chased after her. As she ran, she fired several arrows at him, but he dodged them all and continued his pursuit.In an instant, the woman was killed instantly with a dagger in the back of her head.
    • At the center of the three-way intersection, in an abandoned building, the last survivors of this qualifier were gathered.The entrance to the building was barricaded.Through the gap, a crossbow was pointed at him. The entrance to the building was blocked by solid iron plates. Countless spear blades flashed through the tiny gaps. And on the building's second floor windows, a Ballista had been installed.
    • They shoot the Ballista arrow at him but Han dodges.They begin to reload. Drawing strength from my entire body, Han lifted a lamppost. He then swung it at the arrow and shattered it. His skills treated the lampost as a great sword. He then launched himself at the barricade, smashing it with a single blow. He then proceeded to kill everyone in the building with the iron pipe.
    • [Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!]

      [You won the preliminary round!]

      [Stay tuned for the first round tomorrow!]
    • From entry to clear, it took exactly 90 minutes. The woman from before congratulates him on the fastest victory. Han asks if he can go now, she says yes but to make sure to return tomorrow at 8:00. The heroes who got eliminated were glaring at him. They start saying how he tored a hero limb from limb or crush a person skulls for asking to party.
    • Han arrives at the individual tournament, he sees Belkist. Belkist is surprised that he is already done. Belkist confirms that he is already done as well and is just watching. Han sits next to Belkist and asks if he sees anyone worthy, he replies with no. However, his eyes were on the corner where Aaron was fighting. Belkist notes that he has come a long way. His opponent flinched and backed away after each of his flurry of spears. Belkist says that he must have trained really hard, even more than him but that is it and dismisses him.
    • Aaron hauled his fallen opponent to his feet, gave him a curt salute, and strode down the field. True to Belkist's word, Aaron, who was only a third or fourth level spearman, seemed to have realized intermediate spearmanship. In the center of the arena, stood another Nflheim participant.
    • The man was fighting a rogue and deflected all her slashes with a single dagger. A pure white cross was painted on the chest of his uniform.It was the mark of a senior trainee at the academy. Belkist notes that he has used different weapons for each fight: a spear for the first, an axe for the second, a bow for the third, and a dagger for the last. Belkist eyes was lighting up.
    • He is apparently the top Trainee at Niflheim with rumours stating he was the second coming of the Sword Demon (Lydigion's alias). Han notes that he maybe more talented than Jenna. He resists the urge to ask Yurnet about him. Aaron goes up to him and praises his performance but the man ignores him. Belkist and Han note that it is true they don't get along. Han wonders why Muden sent Aaron to this tournament as he thinks it was too early.
    • The first day of the festival is over. Everyone has qualified. They were in their room having a debriefing. The Taonians has earned 126 points. The 126 points were thanks to Anytng's effort in more than dozen event. She managed to get 65 points in airship racing but was up and down in everything else. A total of 126 points puts her in the bottom half of the leaderboards. It's a small number compared to the three events, but when you rack up points in minigames, it's a big blow. Given Anytng's proven lack of gaming skills, she'd have to win all three events to get a ticket.
    • Tomorrow was the first round, which would determine the round of 16, and the next day was the round of 16 and the final. They would hardly be able to take a break in the second round because of the back-to-back battles. There was no automatic healing like in the waiting room, and no medical staff from Mobius Headquarters, so if you were seriously injured, you were out.
    • Group B, where Jenna was placed, was filled with high-level players.On top of that, the bracket called for three consecutive matches with minimal rest. The only thing she could do was to make sure she had her emergency recovery potion with her. Belkist side, he won't meet Aaron or that second coming guy. However, Aaron would be clashing with him.
    • Belkist and Jenna were training for the main event in a private training center in the basement of the hotel, which is several floors deep. Han stayed in the living room. He gets a knock on the door, it was Aaron. Han and Aaron sit down drinking water. Han notices that his expression is the same as when he lost to Belkist.
    • Han decides to ask how it was at Niflheim. Aaron states it was weird. He realized that the year he spent there could have been a year outside. He stated he can't even remember his sister's face anymore. If he didn't write down his past memories in a journal every day, he would forget everything. After a while, he couldn't even remember his own name.
    • Aaron asks Han what he thought about his performance. He replies it was okay with his intermediate spear skills. Aaron smiled bitterly, stating that it was 57 years for him. He wondered how many more years until he sees the same thing as Han. Aaron said master Muden sent him as he was apparently lacking something.
    • Rebuked by Muden for not being good enough to succeed him, Aaron was removed from the Special Dimension and placed in a training center in Niflheim. That was two weeks ago, and he trained alongside the others in the current event. He talks about the second coming guy and notes how amazing he was. In one day he relizes all sorts of hard concepts that Aaron heard 100 times but did not understand. The next day he applies them easily. Aaron felt like he was chosen by gods like Han.
    • Han asks Aaron if he can win, he replies he will try. Han noted if what he saw before was his current skill, he would not beat the man or even Belkist. Aaron chatted with Han for about 30 minutes before leaving. Han decided he will contact Yurnet after the tournament.
      If nothing really came of it, he don't want to make Aaron suffer any longer.
    • The next day, the fairy was angry that no one streaming the battle royale. The reason was simple. In a survival game, there's no point in fighting until the last half of the match.Just pick a good spot, build a base, and camp. If you ran into other heroes, you could just walk past them and pretend not to notice. If you die in a fight, you're the only one who loses. Due to this, there was few battles except Han who people were now calling mad dog.
    • The fairy decided to add special rules.
      [4. The field narrows even faster! A magnetic field is created outside the field, and anyone who touches it is instantly killed].

      [5. The quality and quantity of supplies scattered throughout the field increases, and you get bonus points for killing your opponents in a row. Go for it!]
    • There are only 10 competitors in this first round. Han could here the other 9 was planning on joining forces because of him being a "Mad Dog". Han thought the rumours were spreading fast and wasn't natural, like someone did it on purpose. Beyond the crowd, a gorgeous woman with blonde hair was smiling.
    • The fairy goes to Han and talks about how the match he won was jam packed with praises. She is looking forward to what he does now. Han asks that if he kills everyone, is there a bonus. The fairy laughed and said that if he kills them all by himself, she will double the points. Han steps through the portal.
    • Once again he is summoned in an isolated building. A warning appeared immediately:

      [Danger!]

      [Field narrows in 5 minutes!]

      [Move to the safe zone marked on the map!]
    • At the three-way intersection outside the window, the main contestants were running.Three in total. All running in the same direction. They seemed to be converging in the center of the map. They had already colluded with each other. They formed a party of nine and decided to take Han out first.
    • Han grabbed the frying pan he found inside the house.Then jumped out of the second-story window. He dented one of the mans head.He deflects a dagger and then drived the back of his heel into back of the second mans head. He threw the pan onto the final guys head. He wasn't dead yet so Han grabbed him by the throat and demanded the meeting location. The man didn't say anything but for a moment, though, his gaze flickered to the abandoned building beyond the intersection. Han then smashes his head with the frying pan.
    • People were finally streaming the battle royale [Pick Me Up! - Huh? An out-of-control asshole showed up at a battle royale?]
    • Han picks up a metal pipe with nails from an alleyway. Han arrived at the meeting point.Three men. Two women. A total of five people were waiting for him.They were armed with swords, spears, shields, and bows. Han had a frying pan in his left hand and a metal pipe in his right. After 10 minutes, Han had destroyed them all.
    • People watching the stream are starting to realise Han is from Anytngs videos. Han realises that there is 1 left, a rogue. Han tells him to come out but he refuses.

      [Danger!]

      [Field narrows in one minute!]

      [Move to the safe zone marked on the map!]
      Once the field narrowed, Han saw a curtain move and then proceeded to finish him off.

      [Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!]

      [You've won the main event!]

      [Stay tuned for the finals tomorrow!]
    • The woman at the portal congratualates him again. Some people have finished faster than him this time. Han decided to watch the monitor highlights to see anyone who could be a nuisance to him in the final. Out of nowhere, a can of soda was held out to him. The woman with blonde hair in a ponytail.
    • She introduces herself as Sadine Nibel. Shen wants Han to join her party. She tells him the finals will be 100 people and being solo would be difficult. She reminds him of his Mad Dog reputation, people will collude to take him out. In Han's head, he was well aware that it was Sadine who spread the rumours about him.
    • Sadine states that she researched him and knows that he was the top trainee in Niflheim. She says if he does well in this competition, she will get him out of his training room and into her master's one. Sadine was a knight. The other two were rogues. Two other party members had apparently been eliminated in the preliminary rounds. Her party was 3.
    • Han considered it as being solo is a pain in the ass. He also noted that the rogues could help with scouting, tracking etc. Sadine states she was a born 4 star and that she and the rogues have the imprint. Han decided to accept the party. Sadine is gladed. She tells him to meet her in the hotel room she is at for a strategy meeting.
    • She also threatens that she won't tolerate a betrayal, subtlely hinting that her master will punish him if he does. There was only one condition under which the party would be disbanded.When four people were left. As soon as the party disbanded, Han would be attacked by three people.
    • It's the finals. 21 survivors are left. Sadine cheerfully tells Han how lucky he is to be in their party. She says how he wouldn't be able to farm or scout without them. Han noted in his head that Sadine likes talking a lot. Han has killed 3 people so far. Sadine is impressed with his skills and wonders how a level 40 master even got him. She tries to scout him but Han ignores her.
    • Four teams.Seventeen of the twenty-one were team players.The other four were soloers.They managed to get this information thanks to the 2 rogues.
    • The team competition wasin full swing by now. The individual competition starts this afternoon. Han tallied up the points from yesterday and realized that he needed to win all three events in order to reliably place first overall. Anytng's score in minigames was hopeless. Han's communication stone (made by Katio) was glowing. It was Jenna. Sadine asked where he was going, Han replied restroom.
    • Jenna states that Edith has been poisoned. The recovery potion isn't working as it seems to be a special type. She notes that the organisers won't give her an antitode. If they finish runner-up in even one event, they are out of luck. Han tells Jenna to get Belkist to replaced Edith. He states that there is no rules that don't allow substitution.
    • Han returns and takes out his sword. Sadine stated that the plan was to wait however Han said the situation has changed but reminds that he won't betray them. Han jumps down and enters Exceed mode and yells for everyone to come out.
    • Han has killed them all. The fairy was going to congratulate him for his victory with a trophy, golden frying pan and Advent stone. Han just snatches the Advent stone, not giving a damn about the golden pan, and leaves immediately.
    • Han asks Anytng for help. Anytng draws an arrow to a four lane road. A bright red sports car was speeding down the road. Han does GTA and robs the Mobius worker's car. He speeds to the stadium. Han asks Jenna about her situation. Jenna says Belkist will remember that. Scary, Han thought. Han warns Jenna what will happen if they fail.
    • Han could now see the stadium but a helicopter was following him. Han gives it the finger. He crashes the car through the steel fence and drives it to the stadium. The sports car that had smashed through the glass door at the entrance and stopped moving. Smoke was rising from the front of the car, along with flames.
    • He made eye contact with the employee with the employee ID around his neck. The employee points him in the direction of the solo tournament. The referee on the stage kept calling for Belkist and was about to disqualify him but Han makes it on time. The referree was not going to allow the sub but a woman whispered in his ears. He realises it was Han of the battle royale and allowed it.
    • A big guy with an axe was angry at this. He noticed that Han was all bloody and wounded (the after effects of Exceed). He also noticed Han had no weapons either. Han put his hand up and the bifrost flew from the ceiling. Aaron was in the audience and was cheering for Han.
    • With one single strike, blood gushed from the giant's neck like a fountain. His single blade split the massive steel axe, separating his neck from his body. The referree announces his victory.Han stepped off the stage and goes to the waiting room taking his last recovery potion. The match he just played was the round of 32. He needs to win four more to win the individual title.
    • A man in Niflheim's uniform overcoat was staring at him. He praises Han for his swordplay. He introduces himself as Vanille Norchev. Han introduces himself as from Taonier. Vanille was surprises as this was the same place as Aaron's. He tried to recruit him to Niflheim.
    • He states how he thinks Han is similar to him and Lydigion in mindset.
      "If rabbits ate meat and lions grazed grass, would the world run properly? The same goes for people. Each person lives according to what they are given"
    • Han knew exactly who he was talking about when he mentioned rabbit. Han shooed him away. It was Vanille's turn and he was now beating someone up with a fist this time. He won easily. It was now Aarons turn. The crowd didn't speak fondly of him despite being from Niflheim. They noted his skills as average and not as great as Vanille.
    • Han was sitting down and then noticed a small kid next to him. He was small, like a child, with a bun pushed up to his mouth. The boy with his arms crossed muttered, looking at the stage.

      "I've told you so many times, but I don't think I'm getting through to you."
      "Meek asshole, you have no ambition, you don't even come close. You'll have to face five hundred pigs. What's the point of trying, you're just going to spear the pigs."
    • The boy was Muden. He tells Loki that he can't be here for long as he will get spanked by Yurnet. He whispers in Han's ear about Aaron and then disappears. Toward the stage.Aaron was holding the blade of his spear to the throat of his fallen opponent.It was the result of a battle that had lasted about fifteen minutes. No one cheered him on.
    • The next match was Han Israt of Taonier vs. Zardi Northlight of LeSande. A knight with a shield and sword walked out of the opposite aisle. It was a typical sword-and-shield type. He tells Han to withdraw as he doesn't fight the weak. Han leapt at him with the bifrost greatsword. He slammed the weight of the shield multiple times. The fifth time, the shield shattered, the sixth was the kill.
    • Soon after, the quarterfinalists were announced. Aaron and Vanille were in Group A, Han was in Group B, and the remaining spots were filled by high-level four-star heroes. With most of the dregs weeded out, it was time for the real thing. Han called Jenna on the device. She says everyone is fine on the team competition. She says that they will come watch the individual tournament.
    • The waiting room with the competitors. Aaron, next in line, sits on the bench. He didn't look nervous or determined. He was fiddling with his spear, looking a little grave. Han talked with Aaron. Aaron thanks him for coming, knowing he was here to cheer him up. Vanille was warming up in the corner. Vanille was moving the hilt of a well-bladed longsword very slowly. At first glance, it looked like a meaningless gesture, but it was done with a high degree of concentration and skill.
    • Han asks Aaron if he wants to be like Vanille, if he wants to be talented like him. Han tells him he can't. He tells Aaron to stop holding on to those thoughts. He tells him to meet him at the final. He tells him to make it happen no matter what. Put sleeping pills in the water, poison the spear, walk up to him now and slap him in the back of the head, whatever it takes, win.
      “Don’t admire him. You can’t be that guy. Don’t even think about following him. No. You will still be the same. You will always be the same. So… destroy it.”
      Just like Muden did.

      Just like he'd driven spears into the hearts of geniuses a thousand times better than him.
    • Aaron asks if Han is telling him to win, which he confirms. Aaron originally replies with "i'll try" but Han tells him that it isn't good enough. Aaron then replies with he will win.
    • Rewinding back, Muden stated that he did not actually spend 57 years in there. Of course not. The human mind can't handle that much time. He survived by resetting his memories dozens of times and regenerating his personality. In the midst of all this, Aaron did not lose his ‘self’.Han called him a monster bastard and quietly recited the time Aaron had endured.














     
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    • Aaron's quarterfinal match is over.His opponent was a rare class, the Magic Swordsman. Aaron struggled with the mix of magic and swordsmanship, and managed to pull out a hard-fought victory. The battle lasted over 20 minutes. The audience yawned in boredom, and Aaron's body was covered in scars.
    • Next was Vanille's game. The entire stadium was filled with cheers. As if Vanil was responding to the call, he raised his rapier and cut into his opponent's vital area. With butterfly-like steps and fancy hand movements. Han of course passed the quaterfinals and semi finals.
    • The semi final begins with Vanille vs Aaron. Han tells Aaron to win. They are facing each other on stage while Han decides to watch from the crowd spot. Vanille says that Aaron shouldn't have come to this event. He says that he is stain to Loki's reputation. Vanille was now using a spear.A whistle sounded, and Vanille plunged in. The lightning-like sting targeted Aaron's entire body. Aaron spun his spear once and calmly parried the attack. Vanille grabbed the spear short. This time, a flurry of swings came at him from all sides.
    • Speed, weight, stance.Stabbing to swinging, swinging to pulling, stabbing again. Vanille used three basic moves to keep Aaron on his toes. Aaron was calmly blocking. Vanille held his spear long. The spear was bent with a loud noise, and the sting shot out. The shadow of the spear blade scattered into many pieces. These were techniques Aaron could never duplicate. The blade of the spear sliced through Aaron's shoulder.
    • Vanille says that Aaron is not worthy enough to be a student of Muden. He says that Aaron can't beat him with the spear because he has no talent. He can trained for millions of years and still wouldn't catch up to him. Aaron tells him to shut up and thrust his spear but is easily blocked.
    • Aaron asks why he is talking and Vanille replies that since they are compatriots in Niflheim, he advises him to give up. Vanille's spear blade had sliced deep into Aaron's side. Vanille tells him to surrender but Aaron refuses.
    • 30 minutes into the match, Aaron's uniform was torn to shreds, and his body was covered in wounds. Fresh blood seeped into the cracks in the floor. It formed a puddle. But still, he didn't fall. The audiences was getting annoyed and wanted to see Mad Dog already. Vanille didn't want to kill him but decided he can't help him and aims for his heart. Han notes in his head that the title of Second Coming of the Sword Demon was a stupid title for Vanille and calls him a "stupid bastard"
    • Vanille stomped the ground. The blade spun and plunged into Aaron's heart. Aaron spat out what he'd been holding in his mouth. Red blood splattered across Vanille's face, and Vanille flinched, but it only took him a fraction of a second to reverse his stance and attack. But ever so slightly, his aim was off. The blade pierced the side of Aaron's heart.Then, as Vanille tried to pull the spear out, Aaron grabbed the spear stuck in his chest.
    • That was the end of it. Vanille fell down, spouting blood. There was a hole between his eyebrows. Han called him an idiot. If he wanted to win, he should have brought a sword. Han says Vanille's non willingness to kill and lack of experience caused his loss. Aaron was on the verge of collapse, barely holding himself up by his spear.
    • The referee announces his victory but the audience all boo him, saying he was lucky. Many betted on Vanille to win so most of them were just angry they lost their bet. Aaron was about to return to waiting room but Han goes up on stage and tells the referee to start the final now. The referee asks Aaron if he was fine with this, he replied yes.
    • Aaron tells Han that he wanted to be able to win fair and square with his skills. Aaron was tearing up as he thought that everything he did was meaningless and that he tried so hard for nothing. Han just says to him, that he is going to fight with all his might and won't go easily on him despite being wounded. Han pulls out the bifrost.
    • Han asks Aaron if he resents him, Aaron says no but Han calls it BS. Han was the one that encouraged him to pursue this path despite knowing that he would be fine with being an instructor position like Dika. When you realize that all those years, nothing has been accomplished. To realize that there are those who would undo all your hard work in a matter of months.
    • Han tells Aaron to give up and return to Taonier as an instructor. Han warns him that continuing this path, he will not change until he dies. He will live in pain for the rest of his life. Han asks what is the point of him wanting to be strong, does he want to boss people around? Han says that he will climb the tower and save his sister.
    • Aaron mutters that he hates but doesn't finish the sentence as he had lost consciousness. Han enters Exceed mode and lunges at Aaron. Blood spurted from his body as his wounds gaped open. Han states in his head for Aaron to "show him". Just before the flames enveloped Aaron's body, he moved.
    • Bloodied hands clutched at the spear. His hollow eyes lit up. Hundreds of shadows appeared on the stage. The shadows resembled Aaron swinging a spear in different postures. But it was just a fleeting moment. The illusion that surrounded the entire stadium was sucked back into Aaron's body. Aaron thrust his spear out. Condensing hundreds of thousands, tens of millions, billions of stabs into just one. Muden's secret weapon, his deadly spear.
    • A blue flash swept through Aaron. The showdown was over. It had been settled in a single exchange. Aaron is standing with his spear outstretched. The ground he was standing on wasn't even slightly damaged. There is just a V-shaped cut from the side.A hole was torn through the center of Bifrost's blade. The shattered Bifrost fell to the ground. Aaron remained motionless, spear outstretched.
    • Han notes that when Aaron wakes up, he won't know what happened, what he did. Han won't teach him,. Not until he finds out for yourself. Han finally understood why Niflheim participated here. Things like 5-star summoning rights and the experience of other trainees were trivial matters.
    • Han looked up and saw Muden, perched on the vent, he had a wide grin on his face. The power Aaron awakened is not something as trivial as a simple stab. No genius, not even ten Lydigions, could even imitate it. "Hard Work" a unique attribute among the thousands of skills and Engraves in Pick Me Up.This one alone elevated Muden to a position of near invincibility.
    • Han took his broken sword and then said farewell to Aaron as he finally collapses. At that moment, a shadowy figure appeared from nowhere and picked up Aaron's body.The referee, who had been buried under rock fragments, stood up and finally announce Han's victory.
    • The staff wanted to do an award ceremony but Han pushed them away. Yurnet communicates to Han and congratulates him on his victory. Yurnet said that she will retrieve the Bifrost and fix it. Yurnet says that Muden won't let Aaron go easily. Han noted that Muden must have been lonely all alone.
    • The next day, Han awoke in a private room in a hotel. Except it wasn't his room. Yurnet entered the room. She revealed she was here before Master Loki. Han asks about what happened after. Yurnet said a closing ceremony was held. A day has passed since then, and everyone has returned to the original waiting room. The only ones left here are our Niflheim and the Master’s Taonier.The Dimensional City will be gone by the end of the day. If they leave late, they'll be swept away
    • Yurnet said that Lydigion watched as well and was very impressed. She stated that he was looking forward to him reaching 6 star. Earth and Mobius was now fully aware of him. Han didn't like the attention. He gives Yurnet the broken bifrost. Aaron was in the next room but Han said he would see him again when he return to Taonier.
    • Yurnet said that Muden has wants to naturalize Aaron. Han doesn't want that but Yurnet is also in favour of the proposal because a spot on the thirteenth floor of Nippleheim may soon be vacant. She notes that Muden has lived for too long. She said after Taonier work is done,if Aaron doesn’t choose to return to his original world, it is worth thinking about
    • Han questions if Niflheim will still be there by then but she says yes because she likes Master and the world very much. She wants to be here as long as possible, until she is old and dead. Han is given a sword that looks like the Bifrost. He examined the item and found it to be Class A. It would do as a backup while it was repaired.
    • Han returned to his original floor and met up with his party. They all were now leaving. Jenna and Edith were talking about the battle royale and individual competition, Kishasha was eating a jerky, Belkist was walking with a stern look on his face. Han asks if he was unhappy to not participate in individual.
    • Belkist replied no, If Taonier was going to win, Han was the best one to go. Belkist asks if Aarons technique really pierce his sword, Han confirms so. Han compliments Belkist in his head for noticing Aaron's skill as many in the audience didn't seem to notice. They returned to the Capitalism airship.

      <World Raid Festa!

      [Announcing the end of sub-events and rewards]

      [All sub-events of the World Raid Festa have ended! We would like to thank all the Masters who participated and provide information on event rewards and rankings at.......]
    • With the end of the sub-event, the main event of the event, the World Raid, began. Countless numbers of airships filled the sky. From medium-sized ones like ours to giant ones that were the size of large buildings. The World Raid, where hundreds of ranked players from across two servers gathered, coordinated, and collaborated to take on super-powered monsters, was the crown jewel of Pick Me Up's many content offerings.
    • Master Anytng was snapping up all the warhorse statues in the shop, it's no wonder as they won them the 5 star summon ticket.
      [This is the ranking details of the 4-star dimensional city.]
      [1st Place: Anytng (Taonier) - 132,221 Point]
      [2nd place: Loki (Niflheim) - 85,234 Point]
      [3rd place: Kkudeok… … .]
    • In addition to the 5 star ticket, they got Airship blueprints. This was an essential item for creating higher-level airships. They also got tons of other hard-to-find items, such as high-level upgrades and rare materials. The foundation for further expansion had been laid.The most important thing is the Advent Stone
    • The problem is you need to unlock a special dungeon with this Advent Stone, and then complete the mission to get the engrave.There was a chance of failure, and the penalty was contamination or death. Jenna got a bag full of food and gave some to Han. She was surprised by the delicious food and was telling Han all about it but Han knew all about the food since it was Korean food but it was new for Jenna.
    • After returning from the event, they were given a few days of rest. Anytng was preparing to expand its waiting area and build a new airship. A hangar facility was built next to the dimensional gap, and production workers, led by mechanics, were building the framework of the airship there.
    • Katio was helping Han with item synthesising while Iselle was besides him in a cheerleading outfit. This was also one of the reasons why magicians were given preferential treatment. Because magicians are usually excellent enchanters. When placed at a synthesis site, you receive a significant bonus to attribute enchantment and combination. They successfully make it.
    • Anytng was offline. Han was about to do the shadiness thing so far. Han used the stone to open a rift and used the master control panel that Iselle has taken control off to open the advent dungeon. Han enters:

      [Prove your strength!]

      [Advent Dungeon: Difficulty - ???]
    • The Advent Dungeon. It's not the main dungeon, but it can be more challenging. Many heroes have died trying to obtain the Engrave. Yurnet confirms that he can summon at any time.
      [Intermediate Advent Dungeon (Hall of the Black Dragon - party recommended) is now open.]
      The stage opens randomly if you've dedicated an Unattributed Advent Stone, but with this combination of Advent Stones, you can enter wherever you want.
    • A circular stadium covered with sand. A man wearing a black coat was standing.
      [Head of Halgion]
      [Ricardo von Halgiraf Lv.???]
      The man's eyes turned to Han. Han realises this was the boss on 20th floor and the field was the same.
    • Black scales began to sprout from the man's skin. Massive arms and legs burst through his skin. His limbs bent at will, and his body inflated like a balloon.

      [Danger!]

      [Black Dragon Hargiraffe Lv.64]
    • Han swung his sword at it but it had physical immunity. Shadow mob enemies were appearing as well. Han raises his hand and calls for a summon. A translucent sword appeared. It was Varisada. One of the Niflheim Collection, a weapon with physics piercing properties.
    • The Black Dragon roared and leaped several meters. Han stabs his front paw. Once he got past his physical immunity, he's a piece of cake. 15 minutes later, the dragon was down.

      [Stage cleared!]

      [You have cleared the Intermediate Advent Dungeon].

      [You have obtained the special engraving ‘Black Dragon Blood (C+)’. This engraving can be given to the hero who challenged the dungeon.]

      [Bestowable Hero - 'Han (★★★★)']
    • [Black Dragon Blood (C+, Lv.1)]

      [Pure dragon blood from the beginning of time, almost diluted by countless generations].

      [Effect : +10% P. Def. and +10% M. Def.]

      [Unique Skill : Dragonlance (Duration 1 second)]


      What's noteworthy is the special skill, Dragonlance. There's no description of the skill, but it's not hard to guess what it does. Immune to all physical and magical damage for 1 second. The power and duration will increase as you level up your Engrave skill.
    • Han tells Yurnet to prepare for the second Advent, Yurnet said it was not time yet but Han insist. Han took the the highest Advent stone and threw it at the black dragon's body instead of exiting. He learnt of this method from Iselle.
      [Warning!]
      [The difficulty level of Advent Dungeon has been changed to ‘Superior’!]
      The sky began to split, Black flames engulfed the entire sky.
    • <Who called me.>
      The eyes of a giant dragon peered down. What he was about to summon was one of the four ancient beasts contracted to the Emperor when the Empire was created. It can cut the earth with a wave of its hand and set mountains on fire with a glance.

      [*Warning!]

      [This difficulty is impossible to clear with your current power].

      [Retreat is recommended].


      <What do you want with me, you little human?

      "Give it to me."

      <Give you what.>

      "Your power."

    • [Danger!]

      [Primordial Black Dragon]

      [Halgion Syrax Lv.???]

      A man whose entire body was surrounded by black flames slowly descended to the ground. Three pairs of wings sprouted from his back and fluttered.Holding a jet-black long spear, the jet-black armored man opened his mouth. The man realised he was the hero the goddess spoke off. He said that Han was not ready.
    • The man unleashed a pressure that brought Han to his knees. Yurnet noted that this man was indeed strong. A portal opened from above, and a scaled two-handed sword slammed into the floor.Han grabbed it, the Dragonblade Ascalon. It was a magical sword that could only deal fixed damage to dragons. If the wielder possessed the dragon slaying skill, its effectiveness would be amplified many times over.
    • A white armored gauntlet fell from the portal. The armored gauntlet clung to his right hand. Han then ate a special apple called Idun's Apple. Countless more armor dropped. Han had completely buffed himself. He then entered Exceed mode. Han activated his Sword Soul and struct the Black Dragon.
    • He continued to spam it thanks to his buffs. Hargion praises him for his determination. He flapped his wings and pointed his spear at Han. Han asks if it is okay to cheat on his exams, Hargion says he doesn't mind so long as he passes. Yurnet opened a second portal. With that, Han's third chance to summon a weapon was lost. A lightning bolt of Gungnir slammed into him. Throwable weapons followed, one after the other, striking like lightning.
    • Even with all the effects he had, he was unable to inflict much damage. All Ihemanaged to do was break one of its six wings.All of Niflheim's armor was summoned back. Some had spent their durability, others had ended their duration. Han realises he miscalculated. He stated if he had more time then he could have found a weakness.
    • The man is looking down at Han but his expression has changed slightly. Whereas at first he had looked at him like he was a bug, now he was looking at him curiously, a smile on his lips. The man says he has passed. The man revealed that he saw his memories and knows he comes from somewhere else.
    • Hargion gives Han a glowing orb and then took off through the air.

      [Stage cleared!]

      [You have cleared the Intermediate Advent Dungeon].

      [You've earned the special inscription 'True Black Dragon Blood (A)', which can be bestowed on the hero who challenged the dungeon].

      [Bestowable Hero - 'Han (★★★★)']


      [True Black Dragon Blood (A, Lv.1)]

      [Blood that proves the pure bloodline of an ancient black dragon. Great power resides in it].

      [Effect: +10% to all Attribute Defense]

      [Unique Skill: Black Dragon Rings (Duration 1 second)]
    • It's class A. The grade is low for something that caused such a fuss. Although the effect was upgraded from increased physical and magic defense to all attribute defense, there seemed to be no other special abilities. The unique skills don't seem to have changed much either.
    • Han returns and decides to test out the engrave, wondering if there is more to it.
     
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