110. Timwoon Mangem (2)
There is a reason why the main character is the main character in various media such as games, novels, and cartoons. because they are special
special abilities.
special story.
special destiny.
special gimmick.
special character.
Among them, perhaps what makes the main character stand out the most is ‘differentiation’.
The unique area that others do not have is the main character’s charm and the power to lead the narrative.
Ackerman, the main character of ＜Warriors Kingdom＞, is a character who has benefited from the position of ‘protagonist’.
Ackerman isn’t the strongest guy in the world.
It is impossible to guarantee an overwhelming superiority even in the same battle world right now, and there are outliers like Shiana. Outside the academy, there are plenty of beings stronger than him.
However, the reason he is the main character is because of the ridiculous differentiation he gets from the game system.
Only Ackerman can enhance his attributes, can see the status window, has more than 7 Luck stats, and can see set item effects.
It’s not just a playable character.
This Ackerman distinction makes it possible to find a way to beat any opponent no matter how strong it is.
One of the main character’s special powers, a set item effect, came to me.
Of course, I couldn’t help but be surprised. Looking around, the status messages were the same as they were in the game.
No matter how much this place is my reality, this status window reminded me that this is a world in a ‘game’.
I got used to it, but the feeling of alienation was still there. It was like a wall separating me from this world.
I checked the set effect again.
3 sets of effects
―3-star or lower magic resistance 100%
―Strength +2 Agility +2 Stamina +2
Each time Hilda makes an item with the Holy Sword’s ability applied, the set effect opens.
Now, if you apply it to the ‘Eight Tree Shield’, it will open up to 4 sets of effects.
The 3 set effect alone is 100% magic resistance of 3 stars or less.
In game terms, 3-star monsters are those like Orcs and Succubuses. That means that fighting these guys will be very easy.
Even considering that it was a set effect, it was a huge effect.
“Aren? Aren junior?”
Hilda called. I’ve been dazed for too long.
“Ah, yes.”
“What’s wrong?”
“I just received an unexpected gift.”
Hilda smiled slightly and waved her hand.
“It’s nothing. Don’t be pressured.”
No, I don’t mean that… … .
Even if Hilda wakes up from death, she will not know what powers she possesses.
“… … I will definitely repay the favor.”
It was sincere.
Hilda tilted her head, wondering why she was overdoing it. It’s not overkill, it’s really good, so I want to buy even a house.
“ah.”
I had a good idea.
Lorena was also invited to the Silver Tower, so what could Hilda not do?
It wouldn’t hurt to take this opportunity to transform it into a means of employment for academy graduates.
Blackfire Corporation.
‘Not bad.’
A genius alchemist and a genius blacksmith. What else could be good? I’m going to gather all the talented people who can be useful and take control of all areas of the kingdom.
‘It’s too grandiose.’
Well, this is something to think about after safely graduating from the academy. For now, let’s just think about the immediate benefits.
“Senior Hilda.”
“yes?”
“What are you planning to do after graduation?”
Hilda is also in her third year now. The time has come to think about graduation.
“Is it okay? I haven’t thought about it yet. I’m just busy working.”
Also. He was like a guy who just hammered a hammer without thinking from the start of the game.
“Then, would you like to come to the Silver Tower run by my family after graduation?”
“Yes?”
I told her that I had already signed an agreement with Lorena to support her research.
“Oh oh!”
Fortunately, Hilda also showed interest. They offered to provide a good smithy and equipment for free, but it would be a hard temptation to refuse.
“Um, maybe that… … .”
“Yes?”
“Oh, no. I’ll think about it.”
I showed a little hesitation, but I was satisfied with the answer that I would review it positively.
* * *
“Aren! Do well today!”
Shiana grabbed my hand with both hands and shook it. Pure mana flowed in as usual.
It was the last magic she supplied me with. Thanks to her, the remaining demonic energy in my body completely disappeared, and it became clean.
The broken body and mind returned to normal. All of this was thanks to Sianna’s utmost care for me.
three times a day. You came to visit me without forgetting… … . Siana really never missed out and was waiting for me. Really, it was careless nursing.
“thank you. I am strong thanks to you.”
“yes!”
The reason that Siana is more energetic and cheering me on today is because it is the first day of midterm exams.
A total of 3 tests per week. Today is the first match.
“You have to do well on the test, Aren?”
“Siana and you too.”
I headed to the gym with Siana’s support.
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“Aren. this really… … Can we?”
Pep trembled and opened his mouth.
That was the reaction after receiving the matchup.
Our first opponent was Hoya’s team. No matter how much I thought about it, I liked Hoya because it was a worthy opponent, but the team members thought differently.
“Everyone on that team is better than us.”
Dark clouds floated over Ailmed’s head. He is the negative guy himself. If I was the epitome of gloomy among the combat cadets of the 282nd class, this guy was an icon of negativity because everything was negative.
“Mum. Wouldn’t that be worth it?”
Moina, a geek with a cheerful personality, also speaks positively, but seems to be ahead of her worries.
Well, even within A class, there are differences in ability, but it’s not like there aren’t any in B, C, or D classes.
It is a relationship that endures and competes fiercely in each environment. They also have their own circumstances.
‘Not good.’
Fraud was the worst. If this is the case, it was clear that he would lose from the start and lose his mentality once he was put on the field.
In this case, it is the leader’s job to hold on to the mentality.
I don’t think I’m a very good leader, but I have to take responsibility and lead the team.
It is before the first match between Cain’s team and Rosemary’s rookie team.
“Come on, gather around.”
I gathered my team. I said as I grabbed Pep’s shoulder, who was shaking his leg in a lot of tension.
“If you do as I say, you can win.”
Giving faith to the lost sheep is the first priority. I didn’t expect him to be this mentally weak.
“Tta, I don’t have much trust… … .”
Aylmed said to himself gloomily. I wanted to feed him even one night, but I chose to push him mentally rather than physically.
Also known as ‘Gnimtea.’
“So you are stronger than Class A?”
Although it may look a bit cowardly, it was a logically close to perfect attack.
In other words, ‘I have the best grades among you guys, so who should I listen to?’
“… … .”
Ailmed’s rebellion was suppressed at once. Class D, the weakest among us, only had useless self-esteem.
“Ah, it’s not that I don’t trust you, Aren. You don’t believe in my skills?”
Pep, who had been silently listening to the story, opened his mouth. I tried to encourage you because you came out humble,
“So, let’s just close our eyes for once and go to my mission. huh? huh? My strategy makes up for my lack of skills!”
Seeing him spit out nonsense, the intent to kill instantly rose. In my head, I pulled out the holy sword halfway.
-You are patient. A leader is someone who embraces and fills in the shortcomings of team members.
In addition, as Acheron helped out and touched his nerves one by one, the bottom of his eyes trembled.
“I told you the strategy for your strategy, right? You can’t get 2 wins that much?”
But you can’t blindly bully. Even so, at the last meeting, I slowly refuted Pep’s idealism, so I decided to follow my strategy.
“Hmm. Guys. But since you’re the leader, wouldn’t it be better to follow the leader’s words?”
Is Moina at least normal? she supported me
“If Aren really is the bad guy he is rumored to be, he will put us in danger and set up a plan to defeat us. So give it a try!”
not. After all, it is clear that Moina is crazy. I was fooled again this time.
“Do you guys not believe me?”
I sighed and asked.
“yes! Oh no!?”
“that… … I believe.”
“… … .”
It’s all my fault.
My image has been shattered, and it is to blame for my lack of leadership. There was nothing to be ashamed of. It was something I didn’t even want in the first place, so I didn’t regret it.
But the grades were disappointing.
In the end, if you want to get hold of these guys who don’t listen to you, you have to show them with your actions.
A true leader speaks more than words.
In practice, I had no choice but to grab these guys by the collar and drag them.
If you don’t believe me even though you’ve clearly carried it, then it’s really these guys’ fault. At that time, I will also ask for a member change without any regrets.
“ha. I can’t help it. Believe it or not, it’s up to you. Close your eyes just once and follow my words. If I lose this time, I will follow your words.”
I carved the character for 忍 three times and comforted these sunfish.
“This is all I can concede. If you persist beyond this, I will take it as your intention to ruin the team.”
Still, he definitely drew a line. Trolling is unacceptable.
“Oh, I see! Just kidding, kidding! Ehehe. Let’s believe and follow just once! You are still the leader! You have to listen to your leader.”
“Yes, then. Aren, though, destroyed the Four Crusades last year. Your skills are certain.”
When Moina and Pep finally agreed, Aylmed couldn’t help but nod.
It was the moment when we finally came to an agreement. Even if it creaks, it’s easy to detect.
“great. Let’s understand one last time. Since the opponent is Hoya’s team, the position is… … .”
After reviewing the strategy meeting for a while, we watched the first match, the match between Cain and the failed team.
It didn’t take long for the match to be won.
As Cain was the most popular among the 282nd class, the members were also the most flashy and substantial. Without any special tactics, they defeated the opposing team with only their individual strength.
In particular, Cain’s rapier shone sharply in the magically embodied desert field and tore his opponent.
As I watched, I was afraid of her growth. If it was Cain now, it was difficult to predict my victory easily.
Cain’s swordfish was that sharp.
To the cheers of the crowd, Cain’s team exited, and it was our turn to step onto the field.
“Aww. I am trembling.”
Behind me, Pep started making a fuss, gritting his teeth.
“Hey. it’s okay?”
“… … Can I win?”
Fear is contagious. It was okay until just now, but it was only natural that I would be nervous when I went up on stage.
It would have been nice to have a ‘buff’ feature that boosts the morale of teammates. I sighed in regret and went into the field.
Gilliot, acting as the manager, began to explain the rules of the match.
“It is a 4:4 match. Offense and defense will be determined by coin toss, and the field is divided into jungle, desert, wilderness, and grassland.”
“The time limit is 15 minutes. If the attacking side draws the defending side’s flag within time, the attacking side wins, and if time exceeds, the defending side wins.”
“When an attack that puts your life in danger is inflicted, the automatic defense magic is activated, blocking all movements and stopping the battle. The attacking team immediately scores 0 points. Got it?”
“Yes!”
It passed quickly as it was a rule I had already heard. Gilliot pulled out a coin.
“When the front comes out, Aren’s team attacks. When the back comes out, the Hoya team is the attacker.”
“Okay!”
“Yes.”
Ting-!
Coin floated into the sky with a cheerful sound. Gilliot received the coin with the back of his hand with a skillful movement.
The result of the coin toss was heads.
“Aren’s team is an attack. Any questions?”
“There is not.”
Hoya and I exchanged farewells to each other before going back to our respective camps.
I told my teammates that I was in an offensive position. No matter what, they were nervous and trembling, so there was no meaning in air defense.
‘Rather, the attack is a bit more tricky.’
When Hoya settles in the right place and starts sniping, the team members will be really helpless.
There was no problem because the strategy was designed for each situation of attack and defense.
“Now, don’t be nervous. Let’s focus.”
I comforted my teammates.
But, are my words not being heard by their ears? The team members were greatly agitated.
Even if it’s not a word, it’s full of distrust of me. Cowardly Hoya’s teammates wouldn’t be like this either.
‘These are real… … .’
It was to the point where I doubted whether the combat system was correct.
seuleung-
The Purifier made a clear sound and appeared.
Magical power shakes. The field turned into a jungle.
“great. In the jungle, Hoya’s field of vision is limited. We have an advantage.”
I recalled the role of leader.
A leader is the one who stands at the forefront when it is necessary to step up, and the one who protects the team members from the back when necessary.
“Let’s go, boys.”
How to turn disbelief into faith. It shows directly.