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“You are very popular.”
“It’s just that adventurers do good to each other.”
“hahahaha.”
At Hyeonjun’s words, Bahanus laughed lightly. Hyeon-jun was a little nervous, so he silently walked forward.
Although the things he did for the adventurers and the village were truly enormous, it was because he had built up his popularity through steady image management. I was greeted by a guard at the entrance of the village, went a little deeper into the forest, and stood at a suitable place.
Surprisingly, only a day has passed since Tantares died, but the sound of birds and insects can already be heard in the forest. There may be problems with the void created in the forest for a while, but won’t you recover soon?
“Then shall we begin?”
“yes.”
Hyeonjun responded by spinning his wooden sword, then took a posture. At that moment, Bahanus, who saw Hyeonjun’s eyes coolly sink, raised his spear and shield.
Hyeon-jun waited for a while, and when it seemed unlikely that Bahanus would move first, he rushed at once. Then Bahanus took a step forward and moved his hand leisurely.
widely! Tadak!
Hyeon-jun, who was closing the distance with speed and recklessness that was unbelievable that he had seen in the rugged terrain of the forest, blocked the spear that was reaching his head and tried to dig in.
“Whoa… .”
Hyeonjun, who had calmed down his breathing, turned to the left of Bahanus this time and charged him. It was the intention of sticking to the shield and digging deep into the distance of the spear. However, even that only worked against Idelians and adventurers who lacked skills, and Bahanus did not even begin to do so.
Whoo!
Bahanus stood firmly on his feet and swung his spear diagonally, using his waist. As long as the spear was long, Hyeonjun could react to it, but not as he did against Dien in the sewers of Scanden. Hyeon-jun, who could neither enter nor back away from the spear that swung like the wind at an exquisite distance, blocked it with a firm stance.
puck!
“Keugh!”
It was swung from top to bottom and blocked the spear digging into his side, but Hyeon-jun had no choice but to be pushed away by the shock. Even though he raised his hand, put the blade down, and supported his arm to block it, the shock could not be alleviated, so the wooden sword was pushed back and the blade hit Hyeon-jun’s thigh.
If Hyun-jun’s wrist wasn’t flexible enough to be unrivaled among swordsmen, it would break and snap so that the battle ended with it. It was a mistake that he made because it was his first time facing a long weapon properly, and even though he did not use divine power, his strength is a master and it is also the god of Bahanus who has transcendent skills.
But somehow, Bahanus’ big swing was blocked, and he had a chance to dig in!
“Oh.”
However, when the spear that bounced right after being retrieved stopped right in front of his chest, Hyeonjun had no choice but to stop as well. The moment Bahanus spear and Hyeonjun collided, he inserted the spearhead into the groove of the shield and moved his body elastically as if shaking his head to retrieve the spear and throw it at the same time.
Even though it moved so roughly, it was adjusted so delicately that it only stretched out enough to touch Hyun-joon’s chest accurately, considering the position where he would stop in response to the spear.
“Hey… .”
Hyeonjun lowered his wooden sword and stepped back in admiration. I don’t even know how to say it. Literally no opponent.
‘Now I know how much Zilenai took care of me.’
In Dalian with the same combat priest, Jillenai, Hyeon-jun was able to pour out what he had. Of course, he knew that it was thanks to Zilenai’s consideration, but after facing Bahanus, he could feel the dignity of a combat priest. Hyeonjun couldn’t even place Bahanus in his territory, let alone practice swordsmanship. It felt like running towards the wall while blocking the pouring arrows.
“Is it okay if I go back?”
“As much as you like.”
Bahanus raised his shield and replied with a grin. Can I hit that shield even once?
“Um… .”
I can’t figure out how to get in. Even if the 30 elite soldiers of Taxis formed a formation, it would be easier to enter than this. Hyeonjun closely examined Bahanus’ posture and movements. As he concentrated, his expression disappeared, and even his sharp momentum subsided. Hyeonjun was pouring all his mind into defeating Bahanus before he knew it.
Bahanus felt a single blade soaring terrifyingly in Hyeon-jun’s spirit that sank, nodded slightly at the dramatic change, and strengthened his stance.
Pak!
Hyeon-joon didn’t hold any stance, but suddenly began to dig in sharply. It seems to be digging obliquely to the left side of Bahanus.
Bahanus swung his spear again and started attacking Hyeonjun.
“hmm!
Hyeonjun twisted his body and got out of the spear’s range, and ran straight to Bahanus’ side.
Bahanus retrieved the spear again and hurled it at terrifying speed. It was a difficult speed to react to, but Hyeon-jun raised his wooden sword and managed to deflect it, then continued running as if passing Bahanus without stopping.
Once again, Bahanus’ spear was fired, and Hyeonjun jumped at Bahanus while spinning around in the air, kicking off a tree at the same speed as he was running.
“hmm!”
Bahanus let out a sigh at the unexpected movement, but he retrieved his spear, fired it again, and raised his shield to block it firmly.
Hyeon-jun, who was floating in the air, blocked Bahanus’s spear that was penetrating in the moment, and used his entire body to push it away, and then fell down and kicked the shield with his foot.
“Oops!”
However, when Bahanus pulled the shield at the right timing and turned it around, instead of giving a shock, Hyeonjun’s feet twisted along the shield, and his body in the air also swung around. Hyeonjun was taken aback, but he twisted his body like a cat and landed on the ground with his hands.
Took.
Bahanus’ spear hit Hyeon-jun’s back and retreated.
“ha….”
Hyeon-joon sighed in the same position as he was lying on his stomach and stood up while shaking his body.
“I just don’t know how to dig in.”
At Hyeonjun’s grumbling, Bahanus looked at Hyeonjun with calm eyes. Then he spoke carefully.
“Brother. If you’re not rude, may I know who taught you swordsmanship?”
“Um, that… .”
Hyunjoon had no choice but to hesitate for a moment. You can’t say you bought it in a store, can you?
“little… That, I taught myself while stealing.”
When Hyeonjun smiled awkwardly and said, Bahanus’ eyes widened. It’s because swordsmanship is not a joke, and it’s not something you can steal just because you want to steal it. However, considering Hyun-joon’s movements, there are parts that make sense.
“Brother, do you know what the basics of swordsmanship are?”
“Aren’t you protecting yourself?”
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“you’re right.”
When Bahanus nodded and spoke with a serious face, Hyeonjun could understand what he meant.
“Brother’s swordsmanship is sharply divided into two.”
Bahanus raised a finger and said.
“One is classic swordsmanship. His stance is unbeatable, and the erratic movements he mixes in from time to time are great to catch off guard.”
I’m talking about Longsword 1’s swordsmanship and Anton’s swordsmanship. Bahanus raised another finger and said.
“The other one is, um, a little rowdy… It’s a movement.”
Bahanus hesitantly said. Hyeonjun also nodded his head as he acknowledged that.
“yes. I’ve been trying a lot of things lately.”
“Um… .”
“Please speak comfortably.”
When Hyeonjun spoke, Bahanus nodded and began to speak seriously.
“The movement is too violent, and I feel impatience. In addition, there are many movements that do not properly protect the body and do not prepare for when an attack is blocked. As you know, it is desirable that all movements be united in attack and defense. Brother’s movements are like… . Well, it’s an aggressive and dangerous move that makes you feel like a beast or a monster.”
Hyunjoon calmly nodded. There was no disappointment at all that his attempts were criticized. It was because he knew the contents, and he was not a fool who was stuffed into his stomach enough to refute the words of a combat priest who was an expert in combat.
“yes. The three-eyed Gnolls were attempted while killing them, so they must have neglected defense.”
“Um…!”
When Hyeon-jun calmly admitted it, Bahanus rather became restless.
“That doesn’t mean the moves are all meaningless. it’s like… . ugh… . ah! yes. It felt like a swordsmanship to kill many monsters.”
Bahanus squeezed his head before speaking. But that’s not to say it was forced. What Hyeon-jun showed was a reckless move that disregarded unnecessary movements and defenses when dealing with a powerful individual, but it is safe to say that it is an almost optimal movement when dealing with a large number of people who have not learned proper martial arts.
“It’s not that it’s lacking. However, if the attack is blocked, it becomes defenseless, and it is not suitable for dealing with unmanned people.”
“Um, can we apply a little bit?”
“Sure! Depending on the situation, it could be used like a dagger to catch enemies off guard.”
“Ugh, there are still too many things missing.”
“ha ha ha!”
Bahanus laughed out loud at Hyeonjun’s words as he raised his eyebrows. Hyeon-jun looked at him with a puzzled look, and Bahanus said with a smile on his face.
“Brother! Haven’t you noticed yet?”
“yes? What do you mean?”
“hahahaha! Brother is making a new swordsmanship!”
“yes? Swordsmanship?”
Hyunjoon raised his eyebrows and asked.
“Isn’t it crude for swordsmanship?”
At those words, Bahanus erased his laughter and spoke firmly.
“no. It needs to be refined a bit and can only be used in limited situations, but it can be the basis for strict swordsmanship. Even now, as long as I create the situation, I can do my best.”
“Isn’t that still not enough?”
“ha ha ha! It couldn’t be easier to create swordsmanship!”
Swordsmanship is an extreme art that can be seen as a human body, and it is strange that it has been rattled in such an absurd way.
A swordsmanship is created only when the mind goes through the process of carefully examining and disassembling records that have been accumulated for decades or hundreds of years, reassembling them, examining them again, destroying them again, and building them up again. In order to make the process so frustrating and time-consuming that it would darken your eyes, in some aristocratic families, masters of swordsmanship, called masters, gather together and analyze the family’s swordsmanship until their heads are broken day and night.
It was made by a single human who dared to kill a gnoll. Although there are still many shortcomings, it will bloom its beautiful flowers in the hands of this absurd genius that seems to have been made by God by mistake.
“You have done a great job. It makes my heart race.”
Hearing what Bahanus said with a flushed face, Hyeon-jun also thought that I had done something great.
But I didn’t really feel it. It’s a swordsmanship that he made too easily, and in his own eyes, compared to Longsword 1 or Anton’s swordsmanship, it was too lagging behind.
If Bahanus had heard of comparing the standard longsword 1 and knight Anton’s swordsmanship to nothing, even the good combat priest would have clenched his fists and trembled. To go to Seoul National University because I couldn’t get into Harvard, I’m nothing… . There is nothing to say even if you are subjected to a mass lynching. Even the police, who rushed to the scene of violence, would nod their heads saying it was legal if they heard the full story.
“Then would it be all right if I ask for more?”
“of course!”
At Hyeonjun’s words, Bahanus laughed and raised his spear and shield. Then he said in a slightly sad voice.
“I don’t know how to handle a longsword… It’s a bit unfortunate.”
Bahanus also uses a one-handed sword as a secondary weapon in case of an emergency, but he has no experience with a long sword properly. It’s strange to handle all kinds of weapons like Zilenai, and Bahanus is normal. Just as the priests of Behbine are passionate about studying the Bible, it must mean that the priests of Karios are passionate about handling weapons.
“It is a big help.”
“hahahaha, then I’m glad.”
Hyeonjun again raised his wooden sword and charged at Bahanus.
To say that a combat priest would help develop swordsmanship, such an opportunity could not be abandoned. He has to stay here for two more days, and now Tantares is gone and he can’t make a request. For the remaining two days, I intend to wield only my sword. We don’t know how many Bahanus are in Red Forest Village, so let’s make the most of this opportunity.
The two new models collided again and did not stop until the sun rose in the middle of the sky.