Episode 236
236. Special rules
[Have you been waiting long? If you are ready, let’s start the game now!]
As soon as the angel shouted, a message came to mind.
[1st wave]
[4,608 players vs 9,216 skeletons]
[The next wave starts in 30 minutes.]
“Skeleton?”
The players who checked their opponents sneered in mockery.
“Maybe it’s because it’s my first time, so it’s an easy mob.”
Even when nearly 10,000 skeletons appeared as opponents, the players were not intimidated.
How could a cat be scared no matter how many mice appear?
I don’t know if it was in the past, but the current skeleton is like a mouse in front of a cat.
Because among the players, there was no one who was not at the Master level.
“I can’t believe there’s something like a skeleton as an opponent.”
“What do you think of us?”
“That weak skeleton is three times the number of players? No, it’s no problem even if five times more appear.”
People laughed at him as if they were dealing with a goblin, but Ryumin’s expression didn’t change.
Because I knew it didn’t end here.
just as expected.
[Special rules will be applied for 30 minutes to adjust balance.]
[Special rules for the first wave will be revealed.]
<Special rule: Physical damage received by skeletons is reduced by 70%.>
As a new message emerged, the players’ complexions changed.
“What, what? What is this message!?”
“Damage taken by skeletons is reduced by 70%?”
“Aren’t you crazy?”
“I never heard there was a rule like this!”
To put it simply, a person who would die in one hit will die in three.
It was a moment when bones that were nothing special were suddenly strengthened into diamond bones.
Unlike the people who were perplexed, Ryumin and the followers of the Four Gods Church already seemed to know.
‘This is what the angels were aiming for. To see the players panic.’
The sky will probably be chuckling at your confusion, but it doesn’t matter.
‘Even if the damage is reduced by 99%, it’s only one hit against skeletons.’
As Ryumin confidently looked ahead, monsters were summoned.
Clutter-clack-clack-
Thousands of skeletons suddenly filled the grassland.
The players hesitated under that intimidation, but only for a moment.
“Let’s not be intimidated by those idiots!”
“let’s go!”
“Wow!”
Did it hurt your pride to cringe at something like a skeleton?
These were players who clashed with skeletons with full morale.
Kwa-kwa-kwang-! Quack!
visor-! visor!
Kakak! Kak!
All kinds of skills flew between the monsters and the players.
There was no need to worry that our allies would get hurt.
Since it’s a party anyway, you won’t take any damage.
“Since we won’t hurt each other, let’s attack as much as we want without paying attention!”
I was full of confidence, but my skeleton was stronger than I thought.
The bone, which was thought to be broken by one blow, was able to withstand two or three blows under special rules.
Meanwhile, the players had to suffer from the counterattack that followed.
“I can’t believe there are people who would die with a single hit!”
“f*ck, this is ridiculous!”
You need to use a skill to kill it with one hit.
But the only ones who are confused are the melee dealers.
The wizards behind were relaxed.
“A fireball flies! It’s hot so be careful… … ah! “There’s no need to be careful, right?”
Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak!
To them, skeletons were nothing more than random mobs.
Because damage reduction was applied only to physical damage.
‘In short, it’s a good wave for wizards to increase their contribution.’
Ryumin grinned and swung his scythe at the running skeleton.
Kwazijijijik-!
With one swing, twenty skeletons were turned into bone dust.
This was possible because the area of [Thanatos’ Black Scythe], a god-grade weapon, was greatly expanded.
“W-what just happened?”
“There was a puff and everything turned into powder?”
Only then could the players who looked back see it.
Ryumin’s enlarged scythe is sweeping the battlefield like the hand of a giant.
Quad deud deuk!
Kwajajajajajajag!
Kwazijijik!
With each swing, dozens of skeletons were swept away.
After swinging it ten times, there were hundreds of them, and after swinging it a hundred times, thousands of them were gone.
“Is it true that damage reduction is applied?”
“You just get swept away in one hit, right?”
“I guess that’s how much damage was done.”
“Huh… … .”
Some people just watched the process of cleaning the skeleton with dumbfounded faces.
It was such an incredible sight and so overwhelming that it made us forget about the battle.
[Time remaining until next wave: 00:24:20]
[Number of remaining monsters: 97]
Players who opened the quest progress window were dumbfounded.
Only five minutes had passed, and before I knew it, there were less than a hundred left.
Kwazijic-!
Even that was sorted out in less than 5 seconds.
[There are no more monsters left on the field.]
[Dead players: 0]
[Please wait for the next wave.]
The skeleton bone fragments that had been lying on the grassland disappeared without a trace.
In the meadow that looked as neat as it had been cleaned, only the players stood with empty smiles.
“Hyung, how many fish did you catch?”
“I only caught five of them… … .”
“Wow, you caught more than me. “Did I catch three?”
“You must have killed half of the monsters with the black scythe alone?”
“It is confirmed that we are ranked first in contribution this time.”
“It’s a party anyway, so let’s leave some for us…” … .”
Leaving behind the whispering players, Ryu Min went to Min-ri Min.
“There you are. Seo Arindo.”
“ah… … “Black Scythe.”
Min Joo-ri and Seo A-rin’s expressions were also full of surprise.
“You’re amazing. To defeat that many people by yourself… … .”
“It’s no big deal. “Anyway, I came here because I wanted to get some buffs.”
“ah! I should have looked for it, but I forgot. “I’ll walk you right away.”
Min-ri Min gave Ryu-min a set of 3 buffs.
In fact, it was strong enough without any buffs, but you never know.
‘An archangel might appear like last time.’
It was Ryumin who received a buff in advance to use the Devil’s Blessing.
After 25 minutes, the second wave took place.
[2nd wave]
[4,608 players vs. 9,216 gargoyles]
[The next wave starts in 30 minutes.]
[Special rules will be applied for 30 minutes to adjust balance.]
[Special rules for the 2nd wave will be revealed.]
<Special rule: The gargoyle moves twice as fast.>
This time it was a gargoyle, a monster considered weaker than a skeleton.
‘But it’s a different story if the movement is twice as fast.’
There is a saying that attack is the best defense, but in reality, the best defense is avoidance.
If you don’t get hit in the first place, the damage is 0, and being fast means you can attack your opponent first.
In short, if you look down on double the movement speed, you will get seriously hurt.
‘Even wizards will have a hard time this time. Gargoyles that have received the buff can easily avoid magic.’
Wizards are also difficult, but it goes without saying that melee dealers are also difficult.
How easy would it be to deal with monsters flying in the sky?
Of course, one way or another, this did not apply to Ryu Min.
“Kyaaaak!”
“Keeek!”
When I swing my scythe at the flying gargoyles, dozens of them die.
Even though he tried to fly higher and avoid Ryumin’s attack, it was no use.
“Wide area emission.”
It’s a joke!
All the gargoyles in a 30m radius crumbled without leaving any skin behind.
‘It’s easy to catch because it has a lightning rune.’
Attacks using runes of darkness were also quite useful.
Kwa-kwa-kwa-kwak!
The dagger of darkness flew like a memorization and pierced the gargoyle’s head without giving it a chance to dodge.
As a result, it took less than 5 minutes for about 10,000 gargoyles to be cleared away.
“Hey, how many did you catch?”
“0 animals… … .”
“It’s not just me who couldn’t catch it… … .”
“I guess there’s no need for us to be there?”
“I’m going to have to zone out for another 25 minutes.”
The players secretly sighed at Ryu Min’s behavior of monopolizing contributions.
They clear it easily thanks to the black scythe, but if things continue like this, they may be destroyed.
‘I caught almost everything up to the second wave.’
At this level, it would be like winning first place in contribution.
‘If we take it easy from now on and come out in the most important 10th wave, we will be able to drive a wedge.’
With that thought in mind, Ryumin turned his head.
Wherever he looked, there were many familiar faces.
Min-ri Min, Seo A-rin, Christine, Jeffrey, Yamti, Joo Seong-tak, Heo Tae-seok, Eom Jun-seok, Cho Yong-ho, etc.
And even believers of various nationalities who have recently joined.
Everyone had gathered here after hearing Ryumin’s instructions to gather until the second wave was over.
“Everyone gathered as promised. Since it is a party, it would be safer and more efficient to fight together.”
Everyone paid attention to Ryumin’s words.
“I almost eliminated the first and second waves as predicted. However, starting from the 3rd wave, I will not step forward and leave it up to you. “Even though I’m like this, I’m not so merciful as to take away your share.”
In reality, believers who had already heard of the operation shook their heads.
“I will take care of the situation while only dealing with the occasionally dangerous monsters. So, rest assured and do your best to build up your contribution. This is all I can help you with. It’s up to you whether you want to be destroyed or not. Do you understand?”
“yes!”
After giving a loud answer, Ryumin took a break.
There are still many waves left, but there will be no risk of your colleagues being eliminated.
They were talented and skilled colleagues.
“Black Scythe.”
At that time, a familiar face came to Ryu Min.
“Victor, Russell, Sophia.”
Victor, an alchemist, and Russell, a blacksmith, visited Ryumin.
Victor’s younger sister, Sophia, was also there.
“What’s going on here?”
“I would like to give you a newly made potion.”
“portion?”
Victor took out a bunch of potions from his inventory.
“These potions were made after I became a master level, so they will be more effective than the ones I gave you before.”
These were advanced potions that increased stats by 16.
“Thank you. “It might be helpful.”
“What. This is an absurd amount of help compared to the grace that Black Scythe gave us. Hehehe.”
Victor laughed, and Sofia also looked at Ryumin with eyes filled with fondness and respect.
Since I saved my brother from danger, I can’t help but look at him like that.
At that time, Russell looked at Ryumin and said.
“Black Scythe. Now I see you changed your weapon? Can you excuse me for a moment? “I’ll give you a buff.”
“Good.”
Russell touched the weapons and armor and applied buffs.
After reading his thoughts, it seemed like he just came to give me a buff.
‘Why are so many people coming to see what I’ve done? … .’
Once again, images from the previous episode come to mind.
The image of myself experiencing dozens of regressions and struggling alone.
‘Compared to back then, I have a lot more colleagues.’
Ryumin burst into laughter without realizing it.
“Then I’ve given you everything, so I’ll just go.”
“Oh, wait a minute. “Are you joining the Church of the Four Gods at this point?”
“The Four Gods Religion?”
“Heo, leader.”
“yes!”
As Heo Tae-seok came running, Ryu Min introduced him with a smile.
“These are acquaintances who helped me. Please explain to me about the Four Gods Church and help me join if I want.”
“All right. It won’t take long. This way for a moment… … .”
After listening to the explanation, the three people willingly agreed to join.
Since they only had good feelings for Ryu Min, it was a natural result.
‘With this, all of my acquaintances have joined the Four Gods Church.’
Now, because of the Four Gods Church, they will be able to take care of you every round.
* * *
From trolls to blood orcs, golems, minotaurs, and high orcs.
Various monsters appeared as they were gradually strengthened, but none of the players were harmed.
Because they had a black scythe that could be said to be their last bastion.
“Kuiiik!”
The High Orc, who appeared as the 5th round boss, fell helplessly due to the players’ group attack.
A master-level player with a lot of combat experience was not an opponent that even a high orc could ignore.
“and! “It’s finally the 10th wave!”
“What kind of wave will the last be?”
“Black Scythe, do you know anything?”
“All I can tell you is don’t come forward.”
After giving brief advice to the believers, Ryumin prepared for the final wave.
‘Now I have to prepare to complete the sub-quest.’
We managed to conquer the 9th wave, but the 10th wave is not easy to beat.
Even if it’s Ryumin.
‘That’s why I chose the invincibility skill as a special reward.’
This does not mean that the opponent is strong enough to require invincibility.
However, since it is clear that it is dangerous, Ryu Min plans to go out in person as planned.
‘But the archangel won’t appear?’
Even while hectic from the battle, Ryumin broadened his senses and focused all his attention on his surroundings.
However, the Archangel shows no signs of appearing.
‘They’re definitely not the kind of guys who will back down like this… … .’
Or is he feeling a sense of crisis due to this incident and planning a strategy?
Like taking one step back for two steps forward?
‘It’s something I don’t know. But you can’t let your guard down until the end.’
I need to clear at least the 10th wave and complete the sub-quest.
With that thought in mind, I turned my head and saw a man hastily avoiding my eyes.
‘What is he doing? for a moment.’
Ryumin took a closer look at the man who was acting the other way.
It’s a nickname that seems somewhat familiar.
‘The nickname is… … A small eating show?’
