by Park Saenal
* Attack power +20% against those with dark magic power.
Maybe by the blacksmith G, who is being reborn as a true legend.
It is a miniature version of one of the three divine artifacts of the Rebecca Church, Lifael’s Spear.
It is made from the legendary mineral with a a will, pavranium. Therefore, it has a strong tendency to protect its owner. It makes decisions and moves by itself.
Weight: 14
There was no handgrip on the spear, so people couldn’t use it directly. So it wasn’t classified as a weapon. It might be due to that, or because it had divine power, but Lifael’s Spear was free from the ban on weapons.
Grid aggressively took advantage of it. Kamiyan became increasingly injured.
“Kuaaah! Kill! I will kill you!”
Originally, Kamiyan was planning to play with Grid slowly. Now he became irritated and impatiently used a skill.
Papat!
Kamiyan used Keen Senses and consecutively avoided Grid’s attack. His sword drew several lines without a time delay. It was the manifestation of Dual Cross Sword. It was only four strokes, but the quickly was comparable to Link. This was followed by a wave of energy.
The red light from Grid’s eyes darkened. His high insight was warning him.
‘I can’t avoid it.’
Should he fight back right afterwards? No. Grid’s bare hands would only receive damage that way. It was too weak. Then,
‘Crush it.’
Grid formed a fist. Confronting an aura blade with his bare hands, it was crazy. Kamiyan believed that Grid’s fist would be torn into eight pieces. The millions of viewers watching the battle were the same. But it was too arrogant to judge a legend by a moderate genius.
There was a reason for Grid’s behavior that the public couldn’t imagine. The power of items.
Chaaeng!
The moment the cross sword collided with Grid’s fist…
Flash!
There was a light from the ruby ring Grid was wearing.
[The option effect of ‘Dark Bus’ Earring’ is activated, neutralizing the target skill.]
“What?”
Kamiyan was shocked!
–Wow, what is that?
-The skill disappeared;;
–No, in the first place, why is Grid’s control so good? How can he punch back against such quick swordsmanship? Is that really Grid?
–His agility is high.
-ㅇㅇ It seems like his agility is maximized by his gear.
The viewers admired it.
‘If I can’t avoid it, then I should use it.’
Grid’s expression shot through the magic ball was splendid.
‘Take a good look.’
Chaaeng!
Grid’s fist pierced through the cross sword and struck Kamiyan’s face. Kamiyan staggered and Lifael’s Spear aimed towards him. Grid took out the Red Lightning Summoning Bead that he obtained from hunting the Frostlight Orc Chief in the past.
‘I am the master of the Overgeared Guild.’
The Overgeared Guild was the strongest.
‘Don’t look down on us!’
This was a warning to the seven guilds who dared to invade Reidan while he was away. Then the red lightning bolt fell.
Kurururung.
The red lightning bolt that fell from the sky was nestled in Lifael’s Spear.
Puok!
Additional lightning damage was added to the spear, which pierced Kamiyan.
[Critical!]
[The red lightning adds 30% damage. The target has received an electric shock.]
[You have dealt 17,300 damage to the target.]
“Kuaaaaak!”
Kamiyan screamed. It was the worst pain since the battle began. Now that he was in shock, it was a chance to deal a fatal injury. Grid determined and activated Blacksmith’s Rage. Rather than using Grid’s Boots that maximized the power of a greatsword, Grid equipped Braham’s Boots. Then he wore the Hooded Zip Up. His movement speed was increased by 40%.
“W-Wait a minute…!”
Kamiyan begged as he was faced with the evil red light, but it was useless. Unbreakable Justice, the skill that was learned by rescuing Huroi and acquiring the title of Apostle of Justice. It was expressed through Grid’s fist.
Kwaaaaang!
“…!”
Kamiyan couldn’t even scream. His head was struck and he was thrown into the smithy wall. His teeth were broken and blood covered the Slaughterer’s Mask.
[Critical!]
[The Holy Light Gloves’s option effect is activated, causing the skill ‘5 Joint Attacks’ to be generated.]
[You have dealt 7,020 damage to the target.]
Jjejeok! Jjejejeok!
Cracks started to appear on the wall of the smithy above where Kamiyan’s head had struck. This scene was proof of Grid’s strength, which exceeded the level of a human. But more than two-thirds of Kamiyan’s health still remained.
This was the limit of bare fists. First of all, Kamiyan’s health and defense was too high.
‘He won’t be defeated unless he dies.’
There was another Red Knight in the distance. Grid would take full advantage of the lazy attitude of the knight who stood on the sidelines without participating. Grid would kill Kamiyan before the knight intervened.
Chaaeng! Chaaeng! Jjejejeok!
Grid’s fists continuously punched Kamiyan’s face. Grid’s damage and speed were enhanced by Blacksmith’s Rage, so he completely neutralized Kamiyan. Kamiyan used Super Armor and tried to get away from Grid, but Dark Bus’ Ring neutralized it.
‘This bastard is a dragon!’
The golden spear, fast moving boots, ring that neutralized skills, gloves that hit several times, armor with overwhelming defense, and so on. Grid was covered with artifacts that appeared in legends. It was like an imperial treasury was walking around. Due to the short life span of humans, it was impossible to collect such artifacts in their entire life.
Kamiyan didn’t like Grid. In the meantime, Grid’s punching continued.
Kururung!
The wall of the smithy completely collapsed. As the place to lean on disappeared, Kamiyan fell down and Grid’s knee hit his jaw. Then Lifael’s Spear flew towards Kamiyan and wounded him,
Puoook!
Blood scattered all over the remnants of the smithy. It was a scene reminiscent of a battlefield.
-Wow…
-God…
This strength was beyond common sense. After the golem invasion, Grid had grown much more aware from the public’s eyes. He seemed to have also overcome his only weakness, control. Items, skills, stats and now control, Grid was becoming truly perfect.
–I had to change my underwear.
–I’m wearing a diaper.
–But isn’t a Red Knight weaker than the rumors?
–This is the 30th knight? It is said that they are strong according to their number.
–ㅇㅇThe single numbers must be a real wall.
–What? I was almost scared of Grid again.
–I am scared.ㅡㅡ
–So that’s the 30th knight? Even other rankers can defeat him.
–No. Grid is using his bare hands.
–What bare hands? He has the golden spear. Isn’t that a weapon?
There were dozens of chat messages per second in the OGC web channel chat window. The chat administrators tried to restrain abusive users, but were forced to give up halfway. On the other hand, the TV channel’s ratings were exceeding 30%. The ratings soared in real time.
It was 6:20 p.m. on a Saturday. It was prime time with various popular programs, so this was a phenomenal record for a cable channel.
‘Indeed, Grid’s power on audience ratings is beyond imagination.’
It was difficult to predict how the ratings would go up. But there was one problem.
“Isn’t this too cruel?”
“We will be hit with a warning. We might have to stop broadcasting for a while.”
Grid’s battle style wasn’t good for minors to watch. The opponent was an NPC, but Grid kept smiling as he hit the vital points. He was called a psychopath for a reason. The team members were concerned.
“I will take responsibility for everything. Don’t worry and keep broadcasting.”
His broadcaster’s blood was boiling. He would take responsibility for any repercussions, even if he needed to take off his clothes. He would write a new legend in the broadcasting world.
Chapter 275
Chapter 275
19th knight, Fulito. He was dissatisfied with this mission. His high pride meant he was upset at having to follow the orders of a priest.
‘I am a knight in the 10s.’
He questioned why a such a distinguished person the Red Knights had to do a chore like this.
‘It is sufficient for the guys in the 20s, tsk.’
This disgruntled thought disappeared the moment he witnessed Grid overwhelming Kamiyan.
‘Strong.’
Was he a duke of the Eternal Kingdom? That person called Grid, his skills were excellent and he was also holding several artifacts that were at the level of a national treasure. In particular, the performance of the golden spear was phenomenal.
‘A competent person is hiding in a small kingdom.’
It was true that Kamiyan was inexperienced, but he was still a Red Knight. He was a member of the strongest group. It was honestly surprising that Grid could crush him so easily.
‘It is approximately the level of the 21st knight. I have to intervene.’
The restlessness and boredom in Fulito’s eyes disappeared. He was finally motivated.
“Let’s take a look.”
Lifael’s Spear stabbed continuously at Kamiyan, who suffered a fatal wound. Right before Kamiyan died, Fulito fired a skill. At the same time, Grid used Fly. Fulito witnessed Grid flying towards him and smiled with satisfaction.
‘Did you notice that I am your rival?’
Fulito wasn’t careless. He pulled out his sword and tried to attack Grid, only to stop.
‘What?’
Regardless of his will, his consciousness headed to another place. He became completely indifferent to Grid. He didn’t swing his sword.
‘Why am I doing this?’
Swaeek!
Grid brushed past the side of the confused Fulito. It was a dreadful speed.
***
“Pant… Pant…”
Apostle of Justice’s Partner. Very few people knew about this part of Huroi’s identity. When he was with Grid, all of his stats increased by 20%. He also had many skills that could be used without needing weapons. But he was different from Grid.
He didn’t have overwhelming stats like Grid. He was fundamentally an orator, so his combat related stats like strength, stamina and agility were extremely low. He didn’t even have the power of his items. It was impossible for him to confront five Black Knights with his bare hands.
“Ugh…”
Huroi moaned while bleeding. The Black Knights glared angrily at him.
“Wicked person! How could you scorn my late grandmother? I will surely kill you!”
“Why are you talking about my parents?”
“My colleagues didn’t ask me to pick up soap!”
That’s right.
Huroi had already ridiculed them. He debuffed the enemies, but now he reached his limit. The cooldown of Spiteful Tongue had yet to end and his whole body was already wounded. His health had fallen to a dangerous level.
But Huroi wasn’t worried about his own life right now. He could die a hundred times. Lost experience and items? It was incomparable to his lord’s life. Huroi just wanted his lord to be safe.
“M-My Lord…!”
How much frustration was he feeling while fighting against a Red Knight with his bare hands? Huroi turned his gaze towards Grid. He thought that Grid would be going through a lot. But it was different.
“Die! Die! Die! Puhahahat!”
“…”
Grid was fine. He was enjoying himself while one-sidedly beating up the Red Knight. The knight’s face was swollen to the point that it was pitiful.
“Wow.” Huroi felt like an idiot for worrying.
Puok!
As Huroi’s attention was wandering, a sword flew and deeply pierced his side.
“Where are you looking?”
“Kuck!”
Huroi’s field of view shook. Now he had less than two-tenths of his health left. If he received two or three more attacks then he would die. Huroi gritted his teeth.
‘I need to bring one of them with me.’
It would relieve the burden on Grid. Huroi made up his mind and moved with all his strength. He grabbed one of the Black Knights and punched with all his strength. But with his skills and strength, he couldn’t hurt the Black Knight. His fists falling on the black armor was just like a cotton bat.
“This weak brat! I don’t even feel a tingle!”
The sneering knight grabbed Huroi’s wrist and raised his arm. Then the area around Huroi’s heart was exposed. Another Black Knight stabbed precisely with his sword.
–This is normal. How can a Black Knight be taken down without a weapon?
–Right… Grid is abnormal.
Huroi and the viewers took Huroi’s death for granted. But Grid was different. Grid didn’t party with Huroi because of the waste of experience, but he didn’t want Huroi to die. He was anxious about Huroi and used the ‘Secret Hero’ ability.
Secret Hero was one of the titles he won while raiding Dark Bus. The condition to acquire this title was to ‘raid’ three named bosses higher in level ‘alone.’ It wasn’t a title that just anyone could get, and its value was unmatched.
[You have dispersed the consciousness of the enemies.]
The aggro was turned off.
[The skill ‘Influence’ has been activated. This effect will last for 10 seconds.]
[Reduces the defense of all enemies within 50m of you by 50%.]
[The skill ‘Freely Move’ can be used once.]
[Creates a high level daash skill that avoids all attacks until it reaches the ‘desired target’ that is within 200 meters.]
“You dare!”
Teong!
Grid became furious after seeing Huroi and floated in the air. Then he rushed towards the Black Knights. His movement speed was so fast that the camera lost him for a moment.
“Huh…?”
Fulito, who was rushing towards Grid, stopped in place. He wasn’t able to focus on Grid due to the effect of his consciousness being dispersed. Grid ignored him and passed by.
“A really strange ability.”
Fulio clicked his tongue and swung his sword towards the distant Grid.
Pahat!
A strong aura poured out like a flash of light. Grid’s back was fully exposed. It was natural that he would be hit by Fulito’s aura. But Grid had Freely Move activated. He was able to avoid all attacks except for automatic targeting skills. As if he had eyes in the back of his head, Grid moved his body and avoided Fulito’s attack. Then he broke through four Black Knights.
“W-What?”
The Black Knight trying to stab Huroi’s heart was shocked. Grid’s movements were phenomenal.
“Get lost.”
Peeok! Puk!
“Ugh!”
The combo of Lifael’s Spear and Unbreakable Justice was used. The Black Knight’s defense was reduced due to Influence, so he suffered great damage. Grid kicked the Black Knight away and grabbed Huroi.
“Are you still weak? You still have the status of a punching bag.”
“Haha… I am weak.”
In the end, the power of his items was still lacking.
“Let’s aim for the third advancement class soon. Then I’ll make new items for you. Your biggest problem is that you are lacking items.”
“I will keep that in mind.”
“Join my party now.”
It happened when Gr
id extended a hand to Huroi. Kamiyan regained his posture, rushed over and attacked Huroi.
“Cough…!”
“…!”
Huroi’s blood soaked Grid’s Hooded Zip Up. Grid’s expression stiffened. Huroi was worried about Grid even when dying.
“Please… Stay alive. My Lord absolutely can’t collapse.”
[Your morale has increased.]
[Your attack power and magic attack power will significantly rise for the next attack.]
[The next attack will be a critical hit!]
Flop!
Huroi sat down after using the strongest buff skill that he saved for Grid. Kamiyan wielded his sword again, aiming at Huroi who only have a sliver of health left. He saw that Grid cared about Huroi.
Chaaeng!
It went as Kamiyan intended. Grid moved to protect Huroi. He took out the Divine Shield after a long time and blocked Kamiyan’s attack.
“You! You are like a turtle!”
Kamiyan laughed at Grid who was protecting his colleague with a shield and swung his sword.
Chaaeng! Chaeeeeeng!
Puok! Puk puk!
Grid could only face Kamiyan and defend. He couldn’t respond to the Black Knights who were stabbing from the rear. He couldn’t avoid it and protect Huroi at the same time. Huroi didn’t like it.
“My Lord, why are you sacrificing yourself for me! Wake up! Fight against the enemies! I don’t want to grab at My Lord’s ankles!”
“You and I, aren’t we friends before the master and subordinate relationship?”
“…!”
“Well, I usually treat you more like a subordinate than a friend.”
He would repay Huroi’s honest heart someday. He had promised many times.
Puk! Puuok!
Seokeok!
After that, the injuries on Grid’s body increased as he protected Huroi.
‘Foolish man. Sacrificing yourself to protect your subordinate, you are no match for me.’
Fulito folded his arms. He lost interest in Grid and returned to his bystander’s attitude. Meanwhile, Kamiyan’s onslaught continued.
“Without that golden spear, you are nothing!”
Kamiyan didn’t give Grid a chance to breathe. Then a notification window flashed in front of Grid.
[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Patience skill has been activated.]
[Health, defense and dexterity will rise by 200% for one hour.]