Kill (2)
As the parrot explained, the canyon was not far away.
Perhaps because the village site is based on the rocky topography, a cracked rock wall was revealed after walking down for about 10 minutes.
Conifers were thick around the entrance, and the inside was barely big enough for three or four people to enter, so it seemed perfect for defense.
However, in reality, people are more of a problem than topography.
“We are not very helpful. Originally, it was put in assuming a search and retreat operation, so the battle time is three minutes at the longest.”
As the villagers walk one after another into the canyon, the mercenary commander Heo Do-won points to the grenade on his waist and the spare magazine.
“It’s not that I distrust Lee Yong-soo’s abilities, but it would have been right to avoid battles that would have restrictions. If the reconnaissance information is correct, there should be a level 5 monster… It’s hard for ordinary people like me to last less than 8 minutes. We’ll have to do something to finish it before Mind Erosion kicks in. Would that be possible?”
In the remarks that followed, the meaning that it was difficult to understand came out without adding or subtracting.
In a way, it was an inevitable result because I had previously had a conflict with Da-yoon Kim, and even I had reversed my decision to run away.
he was angry
“… I know.”
“I asked if it would be possible.”
I can’t give you a definite answer to this.
No matter what you say back, it won’t change the fact that you acted on a whim.
There was something that bothered me, so I found a reason to stay, and decided to gamble against Toya, the tank, and place another bet.
That was all.
“… We have to do it.”
“… … .”
There was silence for a while in response to the difficult answer.
I change the subject to arouse the atmosphere. It was unreasonable for mercenaries to face monsters, but they had their own roles to play.
“When the battle starts, go inside and protect the villagers. Your front sight will be open, so if there is an emergency, please help me then.”
“… Is it an emergency?”
“Yes. If two level 5 monsters come in, I’ll have to stop them, but I’m not without a feeling of anxiety. I’m not expecting decisive help, just letting you know the entrance situation with a gunshot is enough.”
“… … .”
“Oh, and please collect some grenades. I have a separate place to write.”
The other person didn’t show any sign of understanding, but at least he nodded, so my steps soon headed backwards.
Team Manuvia’s unstable mental state was being read extensively by Kim Da-yoon, so it was time to call the first and second year students together.
First of all, Imseolha, the elemental spirit of light.
“I’m here?”
＜The child is very bright. right?＞
“… … .”
When our eyes met, a slight tension and a welcome look came to mind at the same time in the small head.
I’m just watching you, until you smile awkwardly.
It was far from believable by any means.
“Me, what am I going to do?”
“… Remember the organizational behavior lecture? You said you could use [materialization], [projection], and [shielding].”
“That’s right.”
“What are the restrictions?”
At the moment when a question mark appears on the surface of the pupil at the sudden question, a timely comment is added.
“If I could use the skill normally, I don’t think my ranking in school would have been so low. I want you to be honest. Your role is so important.”
“… There are no restrictions.”
Given the subtle tone, it was possible to detect that something else was present, even without restraint.
Therefore, I chose to stare at the other person in silence.
This is the pressure to throw up the truth.
“… It was because there was no room at the training academy, but it’s okay now.”
“Why couldn’t you afford it?”
“… … .”
“I don’t want to pry, but if there’s a problem, it’s okay to say it now. If it’s high, it’s high, and if it’s low, you have to plan according to low power.”
“… I worked.”
“what?”
“I worked. Need firecrackers or lights… in such a place… … .”
It’s not hard to understand.
overuse of ability.
She sold spirits to make ends meet, and in the aftermath of that, she was in trouble at the training academy.
The person himself seems to be ashamed, but the story is nothing special.
“Are you okay now?”
“yes? uh, then It’s fine!”
“great. When the battle starts, use Toya as a tool to move. Since there is no robot spirit, you will have to [project] on the body, and you can defend and attack with [embodiment]. Of course, it won’t cost as much as putting it on someone else’s body. Keep in mind that this is a long-term game and make your own decisions. Did you understand?”
“… can you tell me one more time a little slower.”
“… … .”
and after a while
Next to the stupidly nice and slightly lacking girl, I called in Park Gun-young and Lim Seong-min.
The former had [Handwork] and [Penetration], and the latter had [Metal Control], so it was useful overall.
For example, I like to ram grenades into the top of the gorge.
“here?”
“yes. You just have to insert it regularly around it.”
When acceptance is gone, Park Geon-yeong inserts pieces of rebar into the stone wall.
It is normal for it to crack when force is applied, but the [pore] and [penetration] cover the surface and it becomes lumpy like tofu.
“When are you going to explode the grenade?”
“… When a monster comes in.”
“Niger Suko?”
In the meantime, Im Seong-min was making a foothold with [Metal Control] to support it, and teased him with a stretched snout to see if he could handle the adult weight comfortably.
“Will it only take damage from a grenade?”
“… Not for a direct hit. They want to lose their lift.”
“Aha. Are you going to drop it and catch it? Won’t the canyon collapse?”
“It won’t collapse from shock like this.”
Is it bold, or is it crazy? Unlike Park Geon-young, who has a pale complexion, he always speaks in a cheerful tone.
“Can I help you? It would be difficult with two 5th graders.”
“Entrance defense comes first. Take care of that first.”
“Isn’t that the opposite? They will attack you from above, so how can you only look forward?”
“… … .”
When I listened to the lecture together the other day, I thought it was a typical kid song, but when I heard him talking, I suddenly had doubts.
do you have the ability
Im Seong-min, Im Seong-min, Im Seong-min.
He is a person who is not in the database of previous lives.
“Just tell me whenever you need. As long as you break the shield, you can inflict effective damage.”
“… … you?”
“Don’t underestimate my abilities. Even a level 5 monster is a flying monster. [Catalyst] and [Metal Destruction] can rip the skin off.”
“There is no explosion control. Is it possible to adjust the range?”
“no. Of course you can’t control it. So, just talk.”
“… … .”
At the remark suggesting a last resort, instinct shakes its head.
he’s just crazy
Suddenly, a noise from the other side of the ridge interrupted the conversation.
Woojijik, Food Duck.
It was the sound of breaking vegetation and frightening birds and beasts.
＜We are almost there. You’ll be there in 5 minutes. ready.＞
“… Is the installation complete?”
“I just finished.”
“Let’s go back to the entrance. I think they’re getting close.”
“… … .”
A small-scale battle had arrived.
canyon entrance.
A group of ten humans, including nine ranged damage dealers and one tanker, looked straight ahead without saying a word.
The coniferous trees are full, so there is nothing to see.
He was expressing his nervousness as he grunted and clashed his molars at the battle that was unfolding right in front of his eyes.
So, I said.
It was calm, blunt, and nonchalant, his usual tone.
“The distance is one hundred and fifty meters. Don’t answer, just listen.”
“… … .”
“It is different from the previous battle. The entrance is narrow and the scale on both sides has shrunk. Of course, the individual’s role has grown. Especially tanks.”
Standing with his face covered, Toya twitched his shoulders.
Having talked while handing over the blooming stone, I knew very well that he was afraid of monsters.
“The 2nd line AD will move according to your breath. If they are pushed back, they will attack, if they advance, they will catch their breath and prepare for the next attack. It certainly won’t be easy.”
＜One hundred meters.＞
“I know, however, that reality may not be as terrible as you imagine. Tim Manuvia is a senior with a lot of experience and will handle it skillfully.”
Ignore the mistrustful eyes of the idiots.
“Lim Seong-min belongs to OSSAM, so he will do his part, and Lim Seol-ha and Park Gun-young have also worked together often. Conversely, if you think about it, there is no environment like this.”
“… Toya, I’m scared.”
“The expression is a bit different. I call it the survival instinct.”
“Toya, I want to live.”
＜Fifty meters.＞
In the meantime, the dark brown outer skin could be seen through the cracks in the leaves.
“Me too. So hold on. If you endure, you can live.”
“You mean, right?”
“I will name it.”
And the moment I uttered the last word.
Ten meters ahead, breaking through the vegetation, the foremost monster appears.
It was Acher, a 9th grade monster with six forepaws.
Kieeck!
It’s just that the first appearance took a long time.
They quickly rushed forward, calling the numbers from one to four, from eight to twelve. The body of a giant is in a defenseless state.
The answer was good, but in the end, the body was stiff.
In response, the ally… Didn’t do anything.
No, there was no need to help in the first place.
Knock!
Acher jumped up and pierced her torso with her forepaws, but her hook-like claws punctured only her armor.
It is the utility of the specialized ability [Tough Skin].
“Aww-!”
The eccentric technique that will later evolve into [Physical Resistance] does not tolerate even being scratched, so Toya takes three steps back to receive a super long charge.
It’s hard to tell whether we should blame the monster’s viciousness or be amazed at the giant’s innate strength.
Of course, it wasn’t perfect.
Because I didn’t shake off the group of Acher.
I had to throw it left and right to get the ranged dealer’s angle of attack, but the excessive tension seemed to have evaporated my judgment.
The moment I tried to help soon.
Whii-yi, quaang-!
Suddenly, a group of lights leaked out from the giant’s body, and with a loud explosion, the monsters clinging to the outside were blown away.
The shimmering white light on Toya’s skin signaled the existence of the spirit.
＜Hmmm, didn’t I say bonanza? From ‘projection’ to ‘materialization’ and ‘flash’… … . I wonder if this is what fate is. A bond that blooms on the battlefield.＞
“… … .”
＜If you can’t wink, give me a few compliments.＞
I still think so.
“Im Seol-ha.”
“yes!”
“Didn’t I say it was a long game?”
“… … .”
“How much did you spend?”
“Three, thirty percent?”
“… … .”
“… Fourty.”
If it hadn’t been for a shadow over the canyon, he would have made a request.
Because two baby bats appeared just in time, there is no time to nag.
From now on, it’s my time, and I had to finish it in eight minutes.