Money-grubbing Necromancer (208)
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The gate is a treasure trove.
But as bright as the lights were, the shadows were also dark.
‘Because explosions happen quite often.’
The reasons were varied.
Because there is a lack of manpower to manage it.
Because of a lack of safety awareness.
Because the attack failed.
Or, in rare cases, it could explode for no apparent reason.
The Yongin City Gate bombing incident that Park Si-woo experienced was exactly that kind of thing.
That is why there were Awakened people and soldiers stationed around the gate.
Anyway.
‘It wasn’t an incident that originally happened… … .’
The gates were blown in Japan.
I watched the news.
For a week now, news from Japan has been hitting the world hard.
The outline was simple.
Japan was a country that had awakened to its own power, and it also had quite a few guilds that farted.
The same was true for the Sumire Guild, ranked 10th in the Japanese guild rankings.
It was one of the guilds recognized as having 1.5-level power in the world, and was able to enter S-class gates as easily as eating rice.
As usual, I attempted to conquer the S-class gate ‘Volcano of Fire’ located in Hokkaido.
“It was a total disaster. The gate burst just three days after we entered… … .”
Did I touch something wrong inside?
The gate being blown up meant that the entire assault team inside was annihilated.
[Japanese Prime Minister: Hokkaido is not in trouble. It is just a passing breeze. I am confident that it will be resolved soon… … .]
Prime Minister Masato was confident when the incident first broke out.
Looking at the pictures circulating on the Internet, his face seemed to be getting more and more haggard as each day passed.
Now, a week later, Masato’s face was practically a skeleton.
10th place Sumire Guild’s annihilation.
Afterwards, the top guilds joined forces to attempt a raid on the Spirit King, but they suffered enormous damage.
‘Is the Fire Spirit King the one who’s in charge?’
Kim Min-woo also knew about the Fire Spirit King. This was because he had experience conquering the Japanese gate when playing the game in the past.
If I recall correctly, no matter how much I thought about it, it wasn’t a monster strong enough to kill the top Japanese guilds.
‘Yes, sir.’
That’s why the World Gate Association designated it as a special level boundary monster.
What is even more surprising is that Japan is still refusing international support.
In particular, the Korean hand was so powerful that it seemed as if it was stirring up trouble.
Why else would it be like that… … .
[Prime Minister Masato is extremely angry at the news of Korea’s possible support!]
[‘Korea is Japan’s younger brother. No older brother expects help from his younger brother.’]
Would you say something like that at an official event?
“Brother, what should we do?”
I could see the guild members who had returned looking this way with bright eyes.
This was because they were also directly receiving news of the bombing in Japan through their smartphones.
“What can I do? I told you not to help me. Don’t worry about it.”
“Is that really okay?”
“Then? Just go? You’ll be lucky if you don’t get scolded for stealing a monster.”
“You’re right, oppa. You know their attitude. That damn big brother position.”
Seo Ye-rim said with a sly smile.
The relationship between Japan and Korea in the game was more subtle than in reality.
This was because there was a clear national power value called the Awakened One.
Japan is a so-called awakened great power.
What about Korea?
It is indeed an awakened weak country.
For Japan, which has been pushing the position of ‘strong older brother, weak younger brother’, receiving help from Korea would be unimaginable.
That’s probably why he’s reacting so negatively to the news that Hokkaido is burning.
“Well… … the other awakened great powers will take care of it on their own, but it would be a bit much if they were the only ones receiving help.”
“Mr. Sia, that’s true. Even in Germany, they can easily solve the problem of explosions.”
She nodded.
It was common for the gate to be opened and then resolved on its own.
Because if I get help, I look weak.
Especially if it’s an awakened great power.
It’s a really stupid reason, but let’s face it, sadly, this is the reality. If I were to add one more reason, there would be the issue of compensation.
“So, do what you have to do. I’ll call for help if it’s urgent.”
… … That’s what I thought.
Until I saw the video uploaded to NewTube, it was definitely like that… … .
“Huh?”
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Maybe I should go to Japan myself?
* * *
Although the Japanese side is desperately trying to block information, raid-related videos have already spread everywhere.
That’s because when we first tried the raid, all kinds of broadcasters flocked to it.
A group comprised of elite members of Japan’s top 10 guilds. A force far too luxurious to be used to hunt a single S-class boss.
That number alone is a whopping two hundred.
Considering that it takes an average of thirty people to enter an S-class gate, this was a force of nearly seven times that amount.
The average level was close to 700, it had been a while since I had consumed any potions related to fire resistance, and all of my equipment was geared towards fire resistance.
The Japanese government naturally assumed that the attack would succeed, so they did not block the press from filming.
-I see you over there. The Fire Spirit King.
Two hundred people.
The leader of the Sakura Guild, who was in charge of their command, spoke on their behalf. The spirit king’s gigantic body was visible, towering high into the sky. Its size alone must have been as much as 20 meters.
The sight of the huge flames blazing was almost spectacular.
―Citizens, don’t worry. The problem will be solved soon.
Still, there was no fear in Guild Leader Sakura’s eyes.
When the gate reaches S-class, the bosses all look scary.
It was no different because it was called the Fire Spirit King. The Fire Volcano was one of the main gates that was quite popular. Naturally, the people gathered here, including Guild Leader Sakura, had seen the Fire Spirit King before.
The spirit king looks the same as usual.
That’s why I let my guard down.
And you might have thought:
The failure of the Sumire Guild was probably just an accident caused by carelessness.
In fact, they are thinking the same thing.
-Okay, I’ll take care of it. Let’s go!
Guildmaster Sakura moves while shouting confidently.
Those were his last words.
-Ahhh! Save me!
-Light, turn off the lights, damn it!
-Stop it! Stop it!
The Spirit King opens his mouth wide.
Thousands of spirits poured out like cockroaches, scurrying from its mouth. The ranged classes, including magicians, poured out wide-ranged attacks, but they could only deal with a couple hundred or so targets at most.
Tiny spirits that surround and burn the Awakened with an endless stream of water.
That was close to a one-sided massacre.
-Beep… … .
That’s all the video ended up doing.
After that, as Japan’s control became more stringent, videos related to Hokkaido were virtually cut off.
‘It’s strong. Much stronger than I thought.’
Reasons for raid failure.
It was much stronger than the Fire Spirit King knew.
It was like that from the start.
I have a lot of potions and a fire resistance setting.
Is that all?
The situation was such that even the attribute resistance skills of the wizard, priest, and paladin were all used. In normal circumstances, there would have been no reason for the Awakened to get angry just because a few thugs rushed in.
No, it shouldn’t have burned.
But I rode it.
It burned brightly and collapsed.
Even the survivors are said to be in danger of death due to the extensive burns.
‘The number of summoned minions has also increased several times.’
One of the skills of the Fire Spirit King.
Summon a fire spirit.
In a situation where only about 450 spirits should have come out, over a thousand spirits poured out of the mouth.
‘Decisively… … unity was not achieved.’
A strategy team created overnight by selecting numbers from each of the top 10 guilds.
Wouldn’t it be strange if their unity were to work so well?
Because it seemed a little disadvantageous, the formation collapsed like a ghost. Most of the Awakened ones were running away to save their lives.
The fear that spread like an epidemic destroyed the ranks in an instant. If they had fought desperately and retreated little by little, the casualties might have been less.
‘Why?’
It’s not like the boss gets stronger when the gate explodes.
Did Sumire Guild do something wrong internally that made the Fire Spirit King stronger?
Or is there a third variable?
I couldn’t figure it out yet.
‘I think the reward will be good if we catch it.’
The problem was that Japan, whose first attack force had been completely annihilated, was gnashing its teeth.
If you go hunting for no reason, there is a very high chance that problems will arise.
‘Well, they’ll figure it out… ‘
-Kkuu.
“Huh? Why?”
-Kyuu.
Hayang bit the hem of the clothes with his beak. The guy who caught my attention like that tapped his beak on the screen of his smartphone.
Video being played again.
To my shock, I saw Hayang crying with his beak pointed at the timer bar.
“You want to pass the time?”
-dream.
While I was quickly flipping through the pages.
In the scene where the Fire Spirit King stands like a mountain, the guy flaps his wings.
-dream!
“this?”
-Kkuu!
A guy nodding his head vigorously.
It’s so lively, like a bird looking at an earthworm… … .
I got the hang of it in an instant.
“… … Do you want to eat?”
-dream!
“Where’s the boat? Aren’t you calling?”
The guy shook his head.
Well, actually
If you think about it, you ate the abyss attribute, not the fire attribute.
Just as there are separate stomachs for snacks and meals, I thought that maybe Ha-yang was also like that.
‘If I feed that spirit king to Hayang… … .’
It seemed like I could instantly turn the fire attribute, which was already close to 60%, into a deep attribute.
That means the Spirit King had become much stronger than previously known.
‘It’s so strange that something like that could appear on Earth… … .’
It was a monster that slaughtered two hundred elite soldiers in one breath. It was not at the level of an ordinary S-class gate boss. That must be why Hayang’s appetite was whetted.
“Hmm… …Hokkaido.”
First of all, it was a no-go zone. The airport had also long since collapsed due to the Spirit King’s attack.
Let’s say you go and catch it.
The problem was how to resolve the situation when Japan would have a seizure.
It’s the same in Japan and in each country.
There was a law regarding gates.
To put it simply, the content was that by-products produced in a country are domestic.
There are usually exceptions in special cases (foreigners entering the gate with the consent of the country or international support).
Now Japan was openly refusing support.
Since the Fire Spirit King has been strengthened, it is unknown what kind of reward will drop, and if it does, there is a very high possibility that ownership issues will arise.
There was a possibility that they would play the media in reverse there in Japan.
For example… … .
―The Fire Spirit King was going to catch us, get sweet rewards, and become stronger, but you ruined it all!
… … or something like that.
-They stole what was ours, Japan!
… … or something like that.
‘It’s a bit far-fetched, but I guess I can do it if I try.’
Even though Baek-i failed, aren’t there still many awakened people in Japan?
This means that there is room to mobilize more numbers. If it really doesn’t work out, you can ask for support from overseas.
Then there will be a subjugation.
There won’t be any business with the amount of goods pouring in.
Prime Minister Masato is probably holding on because things haven’t gotten to the worst.
Before getting there, I had to hunt the Spirit King first.
‘It’s best to hunt secretly, but… … .’
It’s a monster that has caught the attention of all of Japan. It would be foolish to think that they wouldn’t know that you’re trying to steal it.
They will be closely monitoring the Spirit King 24 hours a day using a variety of factors, including satellites, aerial reconnaissance, and Awakened Skills. If you hunt, you must assume that you will definitely be caught and move accordingly.
‘It’s difficult to eat the attributes by only sending Ha-yang.’
In the process of absorbing the attributes, transparency is released. In other words, from the Japanese perspective, a bird is seen flying around and the Fire Spirit King is weakened in real time.
‘It will even become an established fact that that bird is my bird.’
Whitey showed up from time to time. Those who are quick-witted will probably figure out that it is their own divine being.
And crucially.
‘If you weaken it, I should catch it.’
If they had sent only Ha-yang secretly, they would have had no choice but to hand over the fruits to the Japanese side after seasoning them.
Because absorbing the attributes doesn’t mean the monster dies.
The Abyss Lord was the same.
Although the one who weakened it was Ha-yang, the hunting was done by himself, his guild members, and Lerouye.
‘If you’re going to get caught anyway, it’s better to prepare first.’
Kim Min-woo made a phone call to someone.
-Oh, Minwoo! What’s wrong?
A sweet voice was heard.
South Korea’s President Lee Kang-hoon.
It was his voice.
“Mr. President, I have a question.”
-Please tell me.
“Hokkaido. Is the damage a bit severe?”
A situation where the Japanese government is desperately hiding information.
Only the president of a neighboring country would have an accurate understanding of the situation.
– That’s a lot. It’s no exaggeration to say that 1/3 of the area was burned. Many civilians probably died as well.
“But you say you won’t accept support?”
―… … Yes. That gentleman Masato has a lot of pride. That’s probably why.
“What a crazy guy. He made that sacrifice just because of his pride.”
―Hehehe. That’s right. It’s just something that needs help once. It’s an incomprehensible behavior from the perspective of the president of a small country. Anyway, what’s going on?
“Oh, that’s right. I want to catch the Spirit King.”
―… …You mean that monster?
“Yes. It’s a monster that is absolutely necessary. That’s why I plan to go to Hokkaido.”
―Uh… … um. Yes. If you need it, you should grab it. But, is that okay? It’s not hard to help you… … .
“I have my own means. I’m not just rushing in without a plan. So, you know, it’ll be hard to enter the country normally, right?”
―Japan’s eyes are red right now. Since they have been completely embarrassed, they will definitely try to resolve the issue within their own country. They will not give overseas awakeners a chance to take advantage. If it is Mr. Kim Min-woo, even more so… … .
That’s why I called.
To get information about Hokkaido.
Also, I hope to get some help in the upcoming public opinion battle.
“Will you help me, Mr. President?”
―Yes. Are we strangers? Aren’t we the same Koreans? Korea is always on the side of Guild Leader Kim. So, do whatever you want.
“Thank you. Well then, let’s have a public opinion battle.”
-If it’s a public opinion war… … ?
“I’ve never seen before that my number of subscribers on NewTube has reached 130 million. If I broadcast live, I’m sure a lot of people will watch it, right?”
-Aha. So you’re going to show us the situation in Hokkaido with that?
“Yes. If we reveal the extent of the damage that Japan is hiding, and broadcast the capture of the Spirit King live… … .”
―The international community’s public opinion will turn this way. The Prime Minister will also be in a difficult position. It will be difficult to tie him up with the law… … Then we will also have something to say.
“That’s correct.”
Then at least I have something to say after eating the Spirit King. I mean, as the savior of Hokkaido.
It was time to move according to plan.