Paper 75 Thirst
[Understanding] was more addictive than I could have imagined. No, it would be [magic] itself rather than [understanding].
‘Magic, this is more fun than I thought.’
When Jihoo was young, he couldn’t enjoy it when he was studying to learn emotion-related magic. It was learned only for [emotions].
‘Probably because it was incredibly difficult.’
From nob le mt l. co m
Magical talent and intelligence.
and mana.
From nob le mt l. co m
Magic is something that can only be learned when many conditions are met. Jihoo fell short of all three. Because I didn’t have any special talent.
But now it’s different.
[Magic] is still insufficient. But talent, intelligence. In addition to studying theory using [Understanding]. everything was easy
In addition, Jihoo’s magical common sense became ridiculously broad as he perfectly understood emotion-related 1, 2, and 3-star magic, as well as understanding [lower artificial intelligence] and [unique force field].
Then I got greedy, and I was able to know what I lacked. It came with an insatiable thirst.
“Shall we learn magic properly? … .”
Jihoo muttered.
Lee Hee-yeon, who was attempting a double jump using the shield’s field, asked as she landed on the ground.
“Hu-wook- Aren’t you talented?”
“… … Aren’t you saying hurtful things too easily?”
“Hoo-wook. Woo-wook – This is so good. Is it because a force field is more about pushing force than just a shield? It’s much easier to double jump.”
“… … .”
“Tail charging? The anti-elasticity isn’t a joke, but it doesn’t put too much strain on the wrist. Is it thanks to [Shock Absorption]? If I use this well, I think I can even triple jump?”
“… … Are you protesting to make shoes with a double jump option?”
“Ho-ho-ho, can I? My dearest friend gave me this gift, but it’s not something I should use properly. If you could gift me a double jump option, I would live my life gratefully. Ho ho ho.”
“When you need something, you talk longer.”
Jihoo shook his head.
Very hooked.
He is in the process of correcting his fighting style using the two artifacts. It also repeats the same action dozens of times against an imaginary enemy.
is that passion?
Ji-hoo is also vaguely felt.
‘I want to learn properly.’
Jihoo’s magical knowledge is very asymmetrical and skewed to one side. It is possible because it is simply a theoretical study.
‘Because I just need to understand the principle and follow the drawing.’
However, in order to use magic directly, you have to build it step by step from the basics. The same goes for magic theories with a higher degree of difficulty than now.
“So, you want to learn magic?”
“uh? huh. Right from the ground up.”
Lee Hee-yeon finished what she was doing and sat down next to her, wiping her sweat.
“I have a wizard in my party, can I introduce you? I know they do private lessons as well.”
“… … no. I don’t have time for lessons.”
“Then advice? how to study.”
“That’s it. But first I’ll look for it. I need to know at least a little bit to be able to ask questions.”
It’s an excuse.
Because I can’t tell Jihoo’s [understanding], I can’t easily do private lessons. It is only right that the wizard guides you through the path and teaches you by yourself.
But it’s okay to need advice.
There are numerous [Schools] in magic, and within them, [Classes] and [Attributes] are divided, and even those who study magic professionally do not know unless it is in their field.
For example, being in the category of [Engineering] is like not being able to understand all the departments in Engineering.
It would be right to choose the department you want and ask for advice on the curriculum of that department.
“What school of wizards do you know?”
“I belong to the Tower of the Five Elements, but I use wind and fire. The firepower is awesome.”
“Woah- that combination must have tremendous destructive power. But it seems difficult to get along well with me?”
“that… … yes.”
I’ll have to wait a bit for this.
Jihoo stood up from his seat.
Then he remembered Shield.
Hwaak-
It is a translucent shield. If you look closely, it seems that the film itself is not black, but only the smoke rotating to one side on top of the film is black.
Jihoo tried to [subdivide] and [understand] this shield. But I couldn’t get the exact information.
‘Certainly the [transfer] itself.’
Or is Jihoo’s level too low?
Well, there was no way Jihoo could easily understand the level 9 [Treasure] grade. In fact, even though this artifact was enormous, it felt like it was because Jihoo was that weak.
‘If Hyeyeon wears it, it won’t have much effect.’
Anyway, the sword she wields has already surpassed the sword skill, and has completed the sword shield and sword steel. Only then can you be called a sword master.
[Sword Shield] means a shield formed from an aura, but even that alone has a level 8 level of defense, and [Self-defense] also has that level of defense.
‘Even if I had it, it would be useless.’
If that’s the case, even if it’s a low level, an artifact containing things you can’t do on your own, such as stat enhancement or levitation, would be better.
In fact, in the battle scene of Choi Hye-yeon that Ji-hoo saw, there was a figure flying with two pairs of huge wings attached to the back.
I’m not sure, but it must be the power of the artifact.
‘How can I apply this effectively?’
Jihoo was in deep trouble.
* * *
The next morning, the three left early.
Squeeze-
Gigg. device geek.
The [Black Forest] itself is a place that becomes a weapon. I think it’s safe to have lower body armor at level 5, but even that will pierce a hole if it gets caught on something particularly sharp and hard during combat.
Not just armor, but feet.
“This is really extreme.”
Jihoo muttered.
At those words, Lee Hee-yeon also walked stealthily and spoke.
“be careful. I almost punctured the bottom of my foot while walking.”
“How many levels are those things like?”
“In the meantime, are you curious about that?”
Jihoo, Lee Hee-yeon, and Choi Hye-yeon were exploring the area around the hideout. It was to find a level 5 monster that wasn’t a predator.
In fact, Choi Hye-yeon and Lee Hee-yeon reluctantly agreed, but they couldn’t sympathize with Ji-hoo’s willingness to hunt. I think it’s about wanting to experiment with good equipment.
‘Still, I’m glad I just let it go.’
Lee Hee-yeon knows roughly.
However, Choi Hye-yeon does not know that Ji-hoo’s characteristics can be developed further by hunting. I allowed it nonetheless.
This is because it is a [Treasure] grade armor.
There is absolutely no other reason.
Would?
I don’t know if there are other dangers, but [Treasure] grade armor is fine. And the fact that you were by my side must have played a part too.
‘And then I can appraise things I see for the first time.’
Gain additional SP through hunting.
If you think about the speed of gaining SP while surviving on the 6th floor right now, you don’t have to do that. Rather, it can be efficient to use [Understanding] to study something new and create new artifacts.
But this time, while making [The Dark Shadow], I felt it, and it was definitely important to accept new knowledge.
Right now, it’s just around here.
[Lightning Dandelion (Lv. 04)]
: A dandelion with electrical properties. Seeds absorb electromagnetic energy and spread along strong metal.
*[Lesser Lightning Attribute]
This is common.
Considering that the object with the attribute itself is rare, this would be quite expensive. The properties are not strong, and it is difficult to use the seeds, but if you meet the owner well, you will receive 1 million won.
[Explosive Marigold (Lv. 03)]
[Insectivore Eoriyeon (Lv. 04)]
[Awl Grass (Lv. 03)]
‘Is this it?’
True to its name [Awl Pool], it was level 3, but had [Intermediate Penetration].
‘It looks like the shoes are easily pierced.’
The shape is also unique.
Like an arrowhead… … .
“for a moment.”
Jihoo stopped right there.
Then he lifted the [Awl Pull]. The level is only 3, but because of [Intermediate Penetration], it can pierce level 5 armor.
Jihoo explained it.
“Wow, was it this? Ah-oh! the soles of my feet! I thought you were crazy!”
“How amazing. Do you know just by looking at it?”
“It’s an appraiser.”
Jihoo removed the end of the [awl glue].
It was just the size of an arrowhead.
“If you see something like this, can you talk to me? I have a place I need.”
Jihoo decided to make this into a bolt.
[Intermediate Penetration] at level 3 is very attractive. If it is processed well, it can only bring penetration.
If you use a little SP, something bigger comes out.
‘If I just use option extraction and put it in the screaming cliff bolt, something amazing will come out.’
That’s because it’s only level 6.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that this awl-grass literally grew from the floor to Jihoo as [intermediate level penetrating].
‘It’s definitely an environment with strong specificity, so there are a lot of good options.’
Ji-hoo collected them, and Lee Hee-yeon and Choi Hye-yeon moved for about an hour, being wary of their surroundings.
at that time.
Shh-
Choi Hye-yeon, who had the widest range of sensations, lowered her stance. Almost at the same time, Lee Hee-yeon followed, and Ji-hoo, who saw the two of them, belatedly took precautions.
‘Over there, found a level 6 [Wood Pig].’
At Choi Hye-yeon’s words, Lee Hee-yeon quietly recited.
‘An aggressive disposition that is easily excited. One of the few strong characters that can break trees here with a dashing attack. The toughness is good, but the fire attribute doesn’t work because it has a metal surface. Besides, it also has the [Wood] attribute, so it doesn’t work well with the [Water] attribute.’
He’s a very picky guy.
Hyeyeon Choi and Heeyeon Lee looked at Jihoo.
It’s a level 6 monster. It is weaker than a predator, but stronger than most trolls. In addition, just by looking at the body that is larger than the truck, I felt great strength and strong strength.
‘Can I catch it?’
Jihoo asked himself.
Catch that and you’ll get SP. But 1,000 to 2,000… … .
‘I only have SP in my head.’
no.
In terms of profit, it is correct not to hunt. It would be much better to ask Choi Hye-yeon and Lee Hee-yeon.
Jihoo decided to be honest.
‘You want to experiment. [Treasure] How strong the grade will be. How good would it be to be a templar?’
That’s right.
And nodded.
“let’s go.”
At Jihoo’s words, Hyeyeon Choi and Heeyeon Lee nodded their heads.
Approach quietly.
I was confident.
‘Advanced stealth manifestation.’
As soon as he thought to himself, Jihoo disappeared from the spot. It was to the extent that Lee Hee-yeon and Choi Hye-yeon, who were watching right next to them, looked around as if they hadn’t been there from the beginning.
Lee Hee-yeon could vaguely feel that Ji-hoo was there with [Super Sense], and Choi Hye-yeon was able to recognize Ji-hoo with the help of the same [Treasure] grade option.
[Advanced Stealth Manifestation].
The meaning of ‘appearance’ is not passive, but active, and [Advanced Stealth] is not simply an optical illusion such as ‘distortion of perception’ or ‘assimilation of the surroundings’.
It disappears right in front of your eyes like a high-level magic or a ‘miraculous’.
‘This means that level 6 monsters can’t even recognize me.’
I don’t know if it’s a monster that specializes in senses or detection, but you’ll never know guys like [Wood Pig].
It makes not only ‘visual’, but also ‘pretending to be human’ itself disappear. It even blocks the ‘smell’ or ‘sound’ leaking out when stepping on your feet.
That should be [Advanced].
“I’ll go ahead first.”
Jihoo deliberately spoke out loud.
That way, you can communicate your intentions out of hiding.
“… … that, yes I follow.”
“Me too, for now. I will come when it is dangerous.”
Jihoo moved on.
It wasn’t difficult because the noise didn’t leak out even if I walked roughly. And soon, the distance to Wood Pig was reduced to 20m.
It was marking its territory with long fangs that rose from the thick trees. It seems that they started to expand their territory after realizing that there were no predators nearby.