Surviving the Game as a Barbarian chapter 138

138 Fire Awakening (1)

Dragon Slayer, Regal Bagos.

After killing the ancient dragon of the clan serving as the chief of the tribe, the dragon people were cursed by the dragon.

He disappeared after the incident, but about 10 years ago, he carried out a terrorist attack on the holy land of the fairy tribe and started his activities as a member of Orculis.

Its main weapon is a single arc-made long sword, nicknamed the “Dragon Killer Sword”, and it is said that there are a total of six confirmed essences… … .

‘Three 5th grade, two 4th grade, one 3rd grade.’

If you look only at the known integers, it is close to a typical kang stat test.

Since all of the skills are in the form of strengthening themselves, this class has no compatibility if only the equipment is supported.

Well, this was information from 10 years ago, so it may have changed to some extent… … .

Also, the chances of that happening are slim.

How would a criminal bastard clear the essence?

‘So, I must have come all the way here because of this one thing.’

By the way, the word I was most worried about. In other words, it is said that the unique skills of the Yongin tribe are sealed due to the ‘Dragon Curse’.

It was good news to hear.

To be honest, I was terrified to know that I was a Yongin tribe.

“This is all I know.”

“Okay, thank you. It has been very helpful.”

Having learned the enemy’s information through Rot Miller, I calmly organized my thoughts.

Oh, of course, running towards the destination.

Tadadadat-!

First off, the dragon killer, Regal Bagos.

He was an unexpected giant.

If it wasn’t for the ‘Guardian of Balance’, I would have been decapitated before I even knew it was a jewel or anything.

Tadadadat-!

I check the time, feeling some kind of coolness.

[08:57]

About three hours have passed since I met him.

In other words, tagging starts in 9 hours.

Of course, I’m assuming he’ll keep his promise, but anyway.

‘Twelve hours… … .’

That’s the part I can’t help but regret.

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My dignified attitude accompanied by the oath of a warrior.

In response, he agreed to the deal with the thought that it might be a good idea, or that it would be worthwhile to look down.

However… … .

‘If it wasn’t for that damn ring, I might have waited for the day coolly.’

24 hours and 12 hours are very different.

It was a good time to pack up the supplies and take a rest at the end.

‘Huh, there’s nothing easy going on.’

A sigh comes out of my mouth, but I gather my will.

Goblin Trap, Psychopath, Blood Citadel, Witch’s Forest, Hierarchy Lord, etc.

Recalling the hopeless past, erasing clutter,

Only one goal is engraved in its place.

survive

If possible, all together.

certainly.

“Bjorn, you have arrived.”

When the thought continued there, Rotmiller stopped.

At some point, a dead-end road was ahead.

The corner point at 11 o’clock, closest to where the boss room was.

Simply put, the place where the second middle boss is.

Click, drizzle.

When Rotmiller manipulates the mechanism, the wall is pushed aside, revealing a hidden space.

Whoops.

As soon as I stepped in, the stone chamber lit up with torches.

There was only one difference from the 7 o’clock corner where ‘Baphomet’ appeared.

“Ugh, I think I’d rather be there then.”

A stone chamber with piles of corpses with eyeballs removed instead of goat’s heads.

I made my way through the stench and dropped a drop of blood on the magic circle.

“The demon of the labyrinth senses blood.”

OK, once I got one.

***

「You have defeated Argos. EXP +5”

「Bonus for killing higher mutants. EXP +1”

***

In the labyrinth of Larkaz, there are many hidden spaces in addition to the mid-boss room.

The rewards are different.

One-time consumables may be hidden, or rare monsters may appear.

Well, there is something else I need.

‘Is this a bang again?’

After slaying ‘Argos’, we searched the area and focused on finding hidden rooms.

I didn’t have enough time to go catch the other mid-boss… … .

For my plan, I have to find ‘the room’.

‘After all, I’m still finding it quite well.’

With Rotmiller at the fore, I decided to search for a hidden room, and found it about once every two hours.

It was thanks to the sixth sense stats that went up as the Dragon Slayer party entered. Rottmiller found it like a ghost, which had been passed by inadvertently before.

The problem is that the room I want hasn’t appeared yet.

[05:30]

Time passed like that, and it was about time that the 12 hours I had promised with him had come to an end.

“Wait, stop. I have a strange feeling.”

Rotmiller stopped the group, then searched the surrounding walls to find a hidden room.

slurp.

A three or four pyeong stone chamber with no monsters or hidden treasures.

After checking only the inside, I closed the road stone chamber.

‘I found it.’

Finally, all the first preparations for the plan were gathered.

So I stopped the party and took a break.

“Everyone, take a break. I will stand in the dark.”

“Are you resting? What the hell is this room… … .”

“If I survive, I will explain everything. So, just follow me.”

“… … I see.”

Even the dwarf cast his doubts at my firm voice.

No, rather than throwing away the question, it would be more like trusting me and deciding not to ask questions right now.

“after… … .”

As my tired colleagues closed their eyes, I let out a long breath.

Even with the other kids, the thought of going around Rottmiller already gives me a headache.

From dropping drops of blood on the magic circle to summon the mid-boss to this moment. Because there were so many parts that I did not understand to say that I saw it in the book.

‘Anyway, I’ll think about this later… … .’

Take one longer breath and clear your worries about the future.

You’re going to turn around and it’ll work out.

Yes, if only I could go back alive.

I decided to focus only on this moment, and finally organized my thoughts.

[You said there might be a portal in the center? Aren’t you going there?]

The reason I didn’t go to the portal was simple.

Because he’ll be there for 12 hours anyway.

If you think you’re just running away, the 12 hours you’ve gained at the most will be useless.

It was the right decision to prepare at that time.

However… … .

‘He must have set off to find us too.’

The promised 12 hours are now over.

Fortunately, the first preparations were completed on time, and thanks to that, we were able to take even a slight break until he arrived.

But the situation is still grim.

‘Success rate is less than 10%.’

This was the only possibility I had soberly foretold.

That said, only six of its essence are known. Two or three Essences shrouded in veil remain as variables, and the biggest stumbling block of being Karui’s High Priest remains the same.

so that… … .

wow.

He took out a brilliant red jewel and held it in his hand.

It was swallowed and held hostage, but as soon as safety was confirmed, it was vomited using [Giantization].

The final reward of the Larcaz Maze, and the very item that the worst criminal with the nickname of the Dragon Slayer has been longing for it.

‘A restrained hope.’

If possible, I didn’t want to write now.

This item must be applied to a level 4 Guardian Essence for maximum effectiveness.

But if you die anyway, you won’t be able to use it.

‘I guess I have no choice but to write.’

I made a decision.

I also don’t know how things will turn out in the future.

And I can’t use this thing unless it’s now.

“… … .”

This time in silence, like the eve of the storm, will soon come to an end.

It is best to prepare as much as possible in advance.

At that time, even if I wanted to write, I wouldn’t have the time.

‘It’s a little pricey, but… … .’

Give your hands strength

Kwajik-!

A jewel that splits and emits a brilliant red light.

as soon as you come to your senses.

「The character used ‘controlled hope’.」

「The character moves to the room of balance.」

I was standing in an unfamiliar space.

***

Whoops-!

A flame rises and illuminates the space.

I took a step forward and looked around.

Tub.

A stone chamber reminiscent of a tower in the sky.

The flames floating in the air flickered and lit up the three stone gates on the edge.

‘that’s interesting.’

Actually, it was like this.

In the game, all I had to do was select what to select by operating the keyboard and it was all over.

「Please select the integer you want to replace.」

I carefully observed the unique murals painted on each stone gate. It wasn’t even colored, but it wasn’t difficult to recognize.

Tub.

A terrifying monster with rotten and damaged arms and legs moving together.

‘This must be a corpse golem.’

Something in the form of a person with sharp fangs and sharp claws, with red eyes expressed in red jewels.

‘This is a vampire.’

A muscular warrior screaming with a huge flag.

‘This must be an Orc Hero.’

Each statement represented the three integers I had absorbed so far. There were no instructions, but it was clear what to do.

If you open the door you want, the corresponding essence will be replaced.

Because ‘controlled hope’ is such an item.

A gacha-type item that converts an essence of rank 4 or lower into a random integer of the same grade.

Tub.

Without hesitation, I proceeded towards one of the doors.

Well, I’ve already decided what to choose.

‘Orc Hero.’

Of course, this isn’t it.

It’s rank 5, but it’s a core essence that belongs to my final combination.

‘The corpse golem.’

Pain tolerance was surprisingly useful, but in fact, it doesn’t help me much when I look at my abilities.

So, I was saving it to erase it later when the essence was full.

But, this too passes.

Why would you do such a wasteful thing to apply ‘Controlled Hope’ to the 7th-grade Essence?

‘vampire.’

Immediately, standing in front of the stone gate with the monster’s image, I stretched out my hand in front of it.

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Moreover, since it was obtained by catching the Rift Guardian, it is a rare essence with all three skills attached.

Because there is a hidden element in ‘controlled hope’.

“You have chosen the essence of a vampire.”

“It is the essence of the Guardian.”

“The grade of the selectable essence will increase.”

When sacrificing the Essence of a Guardian, the rank of the Essence that can be selected increases.

In other words, it is possible to obtain a rank 3 essence by offering an essence of a rank 4 guardian.

‘Perhaps that bastard is this case. You’ve come all the way here because of this one thing.’

I did the same when playing games.

When I ate the Guardian Essence, which was high-ranked but not suitable for my character, I found the maze of Larkaz and aimed for the gacha.

A level 5 guardian. I’m sure I’ll be using this item as an essence that I can use as well.

“Whew… … .”

Effortlessly erased the regrets, he proceeded through the open door.

Before taking a few steps, the straight passage was over, and three stone gates were revealed with flames burning.

Whoops!

As an item with a concept of balance, each of the three stone gates depicts one physical, one mental, and one supernatural type monster.

So far, this is no different from the usual case.

But, what the hell is this?

“It is an essence that no one currently owns.”

“The Guardian of Balance recognizes the scarcity and presents a new option that fits the value.”

As I looked at the mural from side to side, I stiffened as it was.

First of all, this was the first option.

A skeleton wizard holding a staff in one hand and a chest of red gems in the other.

Level 4 monster, lich.

A typical ‘alien type’ monster possessing several passive skills called [Soul Chest] and destructive active skills.

So far there is no problem

I just don’t understand the jewels on the door.

‘… … Rainbow color?’

Previously, the corpse golem had a black gem, and the orc hero had a green gem. So I assumed this meant the color of the integer.

But what about rainbow colors?

Isn’t it the same color as the jewel on the door of the vampire who was the guardian essence?

‘Then the essence of the true guardian has appeared?’

I quickly checked the rest of the doors as well.

Level 4 monster, spirit colossus.

A spirit-type monster with no stats such as strength or agility, but full of mental stats.

Likewise, the color of the jewels meant guardians.

Of course, up to this point, it could have been ‘luck’.

On rare occasions, the Guardian Essence appears as an option.

However… … .

‘This cannot be a coincidence.’

The last option given to me.

After confirming the physical type monster, I accepted it.

This is never ‘luck’. However, there were still elements in this game that I didn’t know existed.

Whoops-!

The jewel reflected in the flickering flame was red.

In other words, it is not the essence of the Guardian.

But, what does that matter in the current situation?

Tub.

I walked towards the door like a possessed person.

Believe it or not, the mural painted on the door meant only one.

Tub.

Level 3 monster.

A boss-level monster that also works alone.

Simply put, a monster that can only be defeated by conducting a raid consisting of 3rd and 4th grade explorers.

It was the monster that boasted the best specs among terrestrial monsters as far as the ability to fire bullets.

‘Ogre.’

I opened the door without hesitation.

Hallelujah.