Episode 157 Choose a faction (1)
Murim and Empire.
The two giant powers have been competing for hegemony in the mid-tier of the tower for a long time.
Since they had very similar powers, they couldn’t just bite each other’s necks off.
We knew that in order to get to the upper levels of the tower, we had to absorb each other’s power and increase our size.
This means that in order to go up, someone has to perish.
and.
A middle-aged man from the ‘Kingdom of Caladium’, one of the members of the empire.
Fenheimer felt his heart beating violently.
‘As expected, my eyes were not wrong.’
In the meantime, I looked at countless players and tried to find someone who could be helpful to the empire.
However, finding the right talent was not easy.
It’s a natural thing.
This is because the average level of players is so low, even though the level is high.
In the end, we had to select those with a higher growth potential rather than mature players.
‘I was also coveted by the Junghwa guild, but it was impossible to appease it because it shared its roots with the martial arts guild.’
Thanks to this, thick dark clouds formed.
In particular, isn’t Namgoongcheon growing day by day based on his overwhelming talent and Moorim’s full support?
When the tight balance collapses.
A ray of hope appeared in the empire as well.
Jinhyuk Kang.
The player who was the first to conquer the lower levels of the tower and stood out among all other players.
If you can collect interest… … !
We may finally be able to end the tiresome war against the martial arts.
Although Namgung-cheon is great, Jinhyeok has much greater potential and growth potential than him.
‘Others may not know, but my eyes are sure.’
okay. Jinhyuk is at least a few levels higher than Namgungcheon.
Fenheimer clenched his fists.
A monster who manifested the Auror Blade at the age of 17 and proudly became one of the 100 knights of the empire.
Therefore, I was confident in my ability to recognize talented geniuses.
‘Please, make the right choice.’
The main event of the masquerade ball is about to begin.
There are countless choices there and the resulting results.
It will determine the future.
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A storm swept by.
The fall of a low-level manager, Kaman, and the image of Junghwa and Samurai took a huge hit as a result.
On the other hand, Jinhyuk’s stock price, who received a direct invitation from a senior manager, soared sky-high.
Everything was just as Jinhyuk had planned.
‘Now that the atmosphere is ripe, we’ll start soon.’
Belatedly, Namgung-cheon and Cheon Yu-seong arrived at the ballroom and had already finished eating and drinking to some extent and getting their first impressions of each other.
Now it is time for the stage curtain to rise in earnest.
Right then.
“Hmm. greatness!”
Rick cleared his voice.
Thanks to the use of amplification magic, the voice spread to every corner of the banquet hall.
Players who were having a good time stopped what they were doing.
Everyone’s eyes were focused on Rick.
“I’m sure you all enjoyed it, so let me tell you why we invited you. As you know, the Masquerade Ball is an event that brings together promising players among the players climbing the tower.”
To prevent a future in which we will be destroyed if we do not conquer the next level within 90 days.
Expect rewards to be showered on the first player to see the top of the tower.
Or to covet something more… … .
Everyone came here.
Even if the motivation and commitment are slightly different, the purpose is still the same.
“It seems like some people already know, but… … . In fact, the real purpose of this ball is different.”
Real purpose.
In those words. Everyone’s eyes narrowed.
“This is where players choose which faction to join while climbing the tower. “Later, the remaining players who were not invited here will also be able to choose a faction, but would you say that you will be able to step into a new area one step ahead of them?”
To put it nicely, he is a pioneer.
To put it in a bad way, they are experimental beta testers.
Because there was no information, all he could do was trust his intuition.
After finishing speaking, Rick snapped his fingers.
OK.
Tiring!
[The main event of the masquerade ball begins.]
[Prove ‘your worth’.]
Name: Faction Selection Battle
Difficulty: Not measurable
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Content: Challenge yourself by choosing one of the dungeons, labyrinths, and ruins on floors 10 to 30 of the Tower of Trials. Here, players with high public value can negotiate favorably in choosing a faction. To select a floor, press the red button in the center of the ballroom and tell us which floor you want to challenge. However, since the challenge cannot be overturned, please make a decision after sufficient discussion.
[100 merit points have been awarded.]
[The ranking is displayed according to the public score, and you can purchase various items by investing the public score during the strategy.]
[The protection of a force can only be received once per player.]
Status windows that appear one after another.
… … It has finally begun.
The ‘force selection contest’ can be said to be the highlight of this dance.
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Some people, including Jinhyeok and Namgungcheon, remained calm, but not everyone.
“Influence… … “It’s a selection contest?”
“What the hell is this? What kind of force is in the tower? “Weren’t we going to climb it by ourselves?”
“How are things going?”
A bewildering reaction followed.
We gathered here simply because we thought we would get to know each other and get to know each other.
They came here to fully enjoy the fact that they were special and different from others.
But when I opened the lid, something completely different was waiting for me.
A much bigger and more important event.
I was quite embarrassed because the situation turned out differently than expected, but that feeling did not last long.
Nothing will change if you panic or complain.
The important thing is to create the best results in the future based on the information you have now.
Most quickly accepted reality.
“You can think of it as a hidden quest.”
“okay. If the middle layer of the tower has to join forces in the tower anyway, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to reserve that spot in advance.”
“Rather, it would be better to accept it as a big opportunity.”
Calmly weighing the benefits.
Not everyone is called a prospect for nothing.
Twenty players gathered near the stairs.
The first to speak was Maria from Europe’s largest guild, Olympus.
“The situation has suddenly become like this, but I think we all have to work together to clear the quest.”
Currently available stairs range from the 10th to the 30th floor.
It is barely possible to challenge this challenge unless you mobilize a large attack force of at least a few hundred people.
However, the number of players here is only 27.
No matter how powerful the rankers are, it would be impossible to conquer the dungeons there on this scale.
In the end, only if everyone works together can we succeed in this quest.
“hmm. “Public value is important, but if you play separately and fail, it won’t mean anything.”
Master of Dangun Guild. Moon Gyu-ho also expressed positivity.
“It’s cooperation… … .”
“I can’t do it.”
“Okay, we’ll have to work together this time.”
Then everyone nodded.
“It seems like we have reached a consensus, so what should we do? “I guess I should choose the closest one among the dungeons on the 10th floor, right?”
As you go up the stairs, the risk increases exponentially.
Rewards were important, but not as important as life.
“I think the 10th floor would be okay.”
“There is a dungeon on that floor that I know of, and I know the weaknesses of the named monsters, so it will be relatively easy to conquer.”
“It would be best to compete fairly for public achievement, so that would be best.”
It was a time when everyone was reinforcing their opinions and looking for the optimal result.
Beep!
Suddenly, a sharp alarm pierced my eardrums.
[You have selected stairs.]
[The place you chose is the labyrinth ‘Valley of the Good Kings’ on the 25th floor.]
[After 30 seconds, all players here will move to that area.]
A blinking red status window.
The players looked like they had lost their country.
“This is crazy! What kind of guy chose the labyrinth without consulting!?”
“Well, that too… … It’s a labyrinth on the 25th floor of the tower. “It’s a place no one has been to yet!”
“The average level is less than 50, but I have to go there… … .”
A scream that was almost like a scream rang out.
Even the rankers who had regained their composure were unable to maintain their composure this time.
Also, didn’t you choose a labyrinth that wasn’t even a dungeon?
I can’t even imagine how dangerous it is.
Naturally, the arrow of resentment was aimed at the player who was pressing the button in the very center of the banquet hall.
Then there… … .
“huh? why? “I guess you chose it first because no one else did?”
There was Jinhyuk, shrugging his shoulders with an innocent look on his face.
And at that very moment.
Partz tsk tsk… … !
Blue magical energy shimmered around the players.
Spatial movement began to take effect.
“Really, what are you doing if you don’t stop that damn guy…” … .”
“Everyone get ready! “It begins!”
“Damn it! Gangjin… … he!”
Leaving aside everyone’s swearing.
The surroundings turned black.
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When my vision returned a moment later, everything had changed.
[You have entered ‘Valley of the Good Kings’ on the 25th floor of the Tower of Trials.]
A place reminiscent of an ancient temple unfolded.
Several spiers rise up so sharply that they seem to reach the sun.
A pair of stone statues stood with their swords crossed over each other’s heads.
and.
Between them, there was a passage barely big enough for one person to fit through.
That is the entrance to the labyrinth.
“Wow. Even after seeing this place for the first time in a long time, the scale is truly magnificent.”
Jinhyuk let out a small exclamation.
sincerely.
I thought I could understand why travelers leave their comfortable hotels and go through all the trouble of exploring remote areas.
This was a spectacle that could never be seen in a resort area.
Right then.
“Player Kang Jin-hyuk! “What were you thinking when you did this!”
Maria, who was teleported together, screamed.
A white face… … What can I say?
Does it look like a scared hamster?
Who would have expected that the Grand Mage, who had been praised by everyone and was on a roll, would be so scared?
“hmm. “I guess you don’t like it here?”
“Of course! Who would pick such a ridiculous floor! Not even half… … No, it would be a miracle if even one person could survive… … .”
Maria nodded.
This is what it means to have dead eyes.
“… … .”
“… … Phew.”
Several players who were teleported with Maria also had expressions full of despair.
Of course, not everyone was like that.
“lol.”
“This is Jinhyuk Kang. “It’s my brother.”
Pleasant, battle-mad siblings.
Jude Law and Casey.
The way he looks at me is unusual.
‘Hasting said there were guys with a dangerous smell, were they these guys?’
I’ve been told many times that I’m crazy, but this… … It looks quite dangerous.
But at that very moment.
Wooooow!
Another figure appeared with a group of blue lights.
‘Hoo. Did this guy come here too?’
Jinhyuk’s eyes narrowed.
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