Episode 10
Episode 10. Placement Test (2)
‘A bridgehead? … Are you lying?’
Shimun’s eyes twitched slightly at the information window floating in the air.
bridgehead.
This bridgehead, commonly called a ‘checkpoint’, has slightly different environments and shapes depending on the map.
Basically, it has the form of a fortress on a bridge.
In defense, you block enemies trying to cross the bridges of players summoned at the bridgehead.
If it’s offense, you have to break through the bridgehead and cross the bridge.
The poem was also something that was well known through the broadcasts of numerous players and the experiences of Kim Si-hyeok and Go Mal-sook.
the problem is.
‘Why is this here?’
The checkpoint type appears at least at Platinum rank or higher.
This means that it is not a map that will appear at the bronze, or at most silver rank level.
‘Is it because of my MMR?’
Shimun, who had been worrying so much, eventually shook his head.
‘No, that’s too much of a leap.’
No matter how fair the MMR system is.
I didn’t do anything crazy like raising the difficulty of the arena just because of one person.
To do this, you must be matched with players of at least Platinum rank or higher… … .
‘for a moment.’
As soon as the thought reached that point, Shimun’s eyes widened.
“That’s right, matching!”
“yes?”
Kim Min-hyung, who was walking behind, expressed his doubts.
The poet’s nerves couldn’t be stretched that far.
‘If you think about it, there’s nothing strange about it, right?’
The only condition was that the number of players in the arena was 50, and that 5 people had to cooperate.
From the beginning, there was no content where teams of five competed for the clear time.
That is, the ranking is not determined by who clears it first.
And that’s why I started to argue as soon as I saw him.
‘The Scorpion Trio wasn’t at a level to match up to the placement test section in the first place.’
Even if we just look at Choi Ki-yeol, who is currently the leader, he was not at this level.
That’s because I met an 8-ton truck named Kim Si-moon.
If we only consider level, this is a talent that will definitely rise to a higher rank.
‘Not only Kim Min-hyung, but the overall level of this team has surpassed the placement test level.’
If the target area for other teams is [Encroached Goblin Bridgehead].
This team will definitely be first place.
As the thought reached that point, Shimun placed his chin on his forehead.
‘The target area for other matching teams may not be [the encroached goblin bridgehead].’
That’s why there is no pre-clear ranking that is common in these team matches.
“Wow… … This is truly a fair match.”
It’s so fair and square that it’s annoying.
Of course, that doesn’t mean I have any regrets about dealing with the Scorpion Guild trio.
There was no need to have it.
‘It’s better not to have a team member like that.’
The entrance to the bridge has become closer without us noticing.
Beyond that, there were torches hanging here and there.
“Kick!”
“Kirat.”
Hearing the goblin’s peculiar, eerie laughter, Shimun clenched his fists.
‘Instead, one reward is certain.’
The fairness of matching also leads to rewards.
If the conditions are more difficult than those of other teams, the clear reward will also be higher than those of other teams.
‘I rather like it.’
It’s just a lower level.
For seeds that are already in the deep sea, this is a situation that encourages growth.
In fact, Galaxy Arena is probably hoping to get out of this area soon.
‘Sweep everything away and even the kill rewards… … .’
“ah.”
Shimun sighed for a moment and turned his head.
“Excuse me, Mr. Kim Min-hyung?”
“yes.”
Kim Min-hyung, who had been waiting quietly behind, raised his head.
“Do you have any desire to kill?”
“Kill?”
Kim Min-hyung blinks his eyes.
He glanced across the bridge and shook his head.
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“No, I just finished the tutorial, so the goblin is too much for me. I just want to clear it safely and get the rewards.”
Does Kim Min-hyung know?
“That’s good. Then let’s plan our strategy accordingly.”
An eight-ton truck just passed by his eyes.
* * *
Kick.
A disgusting laugh.
To be exact, it was a sound mixed with the goblin’s characteristic nasal sound.
“Kick! It’s shift change time!”
“Kick, this is exciting!”
The two goblins standing guard descend the watchtower, cheering.
“Kick, I hate boundaries. They’re boring.”
“What nonsense! Here it comes. Now, Captain, kick! I don’t feel good.”
“That’s right. You idiots. You’re going to get in trouble. Hehe.”
The goblins who had been replaced laughed at their compatriots who were returning to the camp in the distance.
At that moment, we turned around and tried to take our places.
Wheeee.
“Kick?”
The two goblins tilted their heads at the sudden breeze.
Woodduck.
He was killed instantly by something that wrapped around his neck.
“Shut up.”
It must have fallen at such a high speed that it broke the necks of the two goblins.
There was no noise from the feet of the surprise attacker.
“after.”
Shimun looked down at his legs, holding the goblin heads in his arms.
[Black Panther’s body structure]
Completion: 12%
The soft body tissue of a Black Panther.
It can reproduce the physical abilities of Black Panther.
An information window that rises clearly above both legs.
A race that appears starting from Platinum rank.
It was the body tissue of the Black Panther, who was rumored to be secretive even among the Suin tribe.
Although it is a higher level race than the Ogre, the completion rate itself is 3% lower.
Even though the quality of the paper was lacking, the physical ability was considerable.
Isn’t this the result?
‘I never thought that sensitive goblin wouldn’t even notice.’
Goblins are often mistaken for a race that can be beaten up by anyone.
Of course, it wasn’t completely wrong.
Even if you hit it a lot, its height is only about that of a 10 to 13 year old.
His lean and muscular physique is actually something that even an ordinary person can easily deal with if they are armed.
Wasn’t this a fact that was confirmed in the previous life when the regular arena began?
But when combined with the goblin’s unique keen senses and blood venom, it was a different story.
‘There was one sound in particular that I was really excited about.’
Is it because of the long ears like an elf?
Goblins have excellent hearing and are more sensitive than you can imagine, so even a surprise attack wouldn’t work.
of course.
‘I guess it wasn’t enough to be secretive about Black Panther.’
The difference in species that even surpasses that of an ogre is beyond the capabilities of a mere goblin.
Shimun carefully placed the two goblin corpses on his arms.
“It’s true that multi-body coupling is still tough.”
The current poem is not just about [Black Panther’s body tissue] being grafted onto the bridge.
As I raised both arms, an information window of [Ogre’s Body Tissue] appeared above them.
Shimun shook his head as he looked at the ‘Completion rate: 7%’ written there.
“I didn’t know it would be this hard to maintain even though I reduced the completion rate to 7%.”
Then a cheerful voice rang out from my chest.
-Brother, aren’t you surprised that you succeeded in multi-body linkage?
It was the philosopher’s stone.
“You practiced before you even entered the arena.”
-You didn’t practice human body flexibility.
“Whatever. The only difference is that I now use my left hand instead of my right.”
Shimun shrugs his head as if it’s nothing.
-… … .
At that the philosopher’s stone fell silent.
To be exact, that’s because you can’t see the face.
‘Is this guy really crazy?’
It was a shock.
‘No matter how much influence there is from me and the Obsidian Tablet, in the end it’s just a means to help with the connection… … .’
Even if it is a philosopher’s stone that gives absolute advantage to flexibility, it is still a tool.
It was a structure that had no choice but to depend on the user’s ability to hold and manipulate it.
‘I’ve felt this way since a long time ago, but this guy underestimates himself too much.’
Multi-linkage is in the same vein as multi-windowing.
Like drawing a circle with your right hand and a triangle with your left hand.
It is a structure in which any ‘normal person’ who tries it for the first time is bound to make mistakes.
Multi-channeling was something that was difficult to handle without practice, and there were many who were unable to do it throughout their lives.
Of course, the same goes for multiple human body connections.
‘Hey, Opta. It looks like you’ve found the right owner.’
The Philosopher’s Stone spoke a word to the Obsidian Tablet, which had become one with it.
-So, are you going to move like this from now on? Focusing on surprise attacks?
“No. That’s impossible since half of my ductility has already been used up.”
The poem untied the human bodies of the arms and legs and set the goblins’ corpses up one by one.
Following.
Ah, warm.
Phew.
The floor of the watchtower was made soft and the goblin corpses were skewered.
If you look at it from a distance, it will look like it is standing still on guard.
“Mr. Kim Min-hyung, you can come now.”
As Simun finished cleaning up the watchtower, he gestured outside.
“Huh!”
Kim Min-hyung came in with his mouth covered, terrified by the two stuffed goblins.
“Oh, you handled it without making a sound.”
“Yes. Ah! Don’t step on the blood on the floor. Even though you’re wearing C-class equipment, just in case.”
“yep.”
Kim Min-hyung approached Shi-mun cautiously, his eyes still filled with astonishment.
Then he asked.
“But… … is it really possible?”
Shimun nodded and said in response to Kim Min-hyung’s question, which was full of anxiety.
“I took a quick look before the surprise attack, and all they were armed with were rocks and poison needles.”
The poem that had previously been used to enhance Black Panther’s physical abilities had already finished reconnaissance of the beachhead.
“That won’t be able to penetrate Minhyung’s armor, so just do as planned.”
Kim Min-hyung nodded at the confident voice of the poet.
“All right.”
Even though it’s made of leather.
C-grade armor was barely pierced by stones and poison needles.
“Then let’s go.”
“I…….”
Kim Min-hyung, who was about to run out, stopped.
“But are you really okay being alone?”
The reason why Kim Min-hyung hesitated was none other than this.
It was because of the operation planned by Shimun.
The plan Shimun set up was simple.
If Kim Min-hyung draws as much aggro as possible and gathers the goblins.
The poem takes care of everything.
“Yes, that’s fine.”
“Ha, but! Even though I’m only level 2, I have an extra hand… … .”
Kim Min-hyung’s face was filled with anxiety and regret.
It was natural.
Although we have already experienced the power of poetry in the tutorial.
After all, aren’t you in the same situation as other players who just finished the tutorial?
“It’s enough if you just draw aggro well. The more aggro is distributed to Minhyung, the safer I become.”
“… … Okay, I understand. If you have time, please visit Seongsam. I will definitely express my gratitude.”
“Yeah.”
A poem that is answered with a light smile.
Of course, there was no reason to go to the Seongsam Guild.
“Then let’s go.”
Kim Min-hyung nodded with a stern expression and ran out.
And then.
“Waaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!”
Dark evening.
A loud cheer echoed across the bridge as the sun was almost setting.
A human running alone and shouting naturally attracted a lot of attention.
Ding ding ding!
“Kick!”
“Human! Human!”
“Humans have invaded!!”
A loud bell rang and a foul murmur of voices surged in.
“Over there!”
“Kik! Alone? Alone!”
“Human, you’re crazy! Shoot!”
Stones are thrown from slings and slingshots made of long strings.
Small poisonous needles pour out from a long tube.
Goblins reaching 50 meters in height attack from all sides.
Rocks and stingers pouring down like a shower.
one.
Tata-tata-tak.
Those that came into contact with C-class armor only made the sound of beans roasting.
“Eww!! Is this all you can do! You idiots!”
Kim Min-hyung accepted it with his whole body and ran towards the target area marked in front of him.
Following.
“Kikki kick! Stop it!”
“Kick! Human. You can’t get through!”
About a dozen goblins wearing crude wooden armor and wielding bamboo spears block Kim Min-hyung’s path.
“Human trapped!”
“Kill him! Kick!”
Back, side, and front.
Kim Min-hyung is surrounded by 60 goblins in an instant.
Thanks to the B-class traits of quick movements and high agility, I was able to dodge quickly.
Ta-da-da-dak!
‘Ugh! It’s starting to get tough now… … .’
Kim Min-hyung’s movements gradually slowed down.
It was natural.
After all, it wasn’t easy for him, who was only level 2, to withstand the onslaught of 60 goblins.
Wasn’t his profession focused more on offense than defense in the first place?
at last.
Sigh.
“Ahh!”
A stone dug into the nape of his neck, where his armor could not protect him.
But Kim Min-hyung gritted his teeth.
I covered the upper part of the neck as much as possible, dodged, and charged forward.
“Kick!”
“Die! Human!”
In front of Kim Min-hyung, goblins lined up in a line and raised their spears.
If the speed is accompanied by B-class characteristics, it will be a situation where it will be skewered.
But Kim Min-hyung ran like an angry bull.
The reason was no different.
‘More… more!’
The destructive power of the upcoming 8-ton truck.
Since it was Kim Min-hyung who experienced it firsthand, he threw his whole body into it.
“It’s now!!”
As if responding to that belief.
Gurrrrrr!
The sky shook.
“Hey, hey hey?”
Goblins raise their heads at the sudden sound of thunder.
In their sight, a small white stick cutting through the air was captured.
Following.
“Put it down.”
A clear voice followed.
“Astrape.”
The white bar becomes dozens of lightning bolts.
Kwajajajajak!!
Wet the dry land.
fantasy,
