by Park Saenal
(Breaking News) South Korea missed the gold medal… It’s virtually impossible to get 1st place now! Grid, he enjoyed a promiscuous private life and forgot his duties.
It was regrettable as a citizen of South Korea. South Korea, a country weak in Satisfy, could only dream about being ranked first due to Grid. But the media forgot this fact and wrote articles blaming Grid.
Grid, no, Shin Youngwoo’s family were pained.
“This is disgusting…! They are scum!”
“Oh my, Honey. No matter how angry you are, don’t use such words in front of Sehee!”
“Hum hum.”
Youngwoo’s parents felt sorry for their son who was on the TV. He was in a faraway land for the honor of their country, only to receive a massive outpouring of criticism due to one mistake!
“How resentful would he be!?”
“He paid off all his debt and cleared his father’s debt as well.”
“N-No, Honey… How many times have I told you that I will pay Youngwoo back? If you say that at this timing…”
Sehee, who had been watching TV silently beside her parents, smiled.
“Oppa is fine.”
Sehee was worried about his incompetent brother and took responsibility for him most of her life. She never outwardly expressed it, but she had been watching her brother closely. She saw her brother’s expression and knew what he was thinking.
‘He is frowning, but his left eyebrow is raised.’
Right now, her brother was feeling happiness and sadness at the same time. It was Sehee’s analysis that the worst thing hadn’t happened, and her insight was correct.
『 A legendary blacksmith made a normal rated item? I think there are countless people who are disappointed with the outcome! But let that disappointment go! This is why a legend is a legend! Grid proved to be in a different class from the other participants!! 』
The host spoke meaningful words, and at the same time, the options of Grid’s sword were revealed.
[Sealed Transcendent Sword]
Rating: Normal (Growth)
Durability: 360/360 Attack Power: 401
* One option is added every time the rating increases.
The legendary blacksmith Grid made a longsword with skills and a commitment beyond human limitations.
A blade of steel that was hammered more than 45,000 times in a short period of time, it is beyond ideal and has a transcendent power.
However, it is limited by the typical form, causing its power to be sealed.
It will gradually find the right form and release its true strength in the process of being cut, hit and reworked.
User Restriction: Level 300 or higher. Intermedia Sword Mastery level 7. 1,500 strength.
“Heok!”
“A growth type item?!”
Panmir, Steng, and the other blacksmiths realized it. The typical form that they believed to be ideal was actually a limit, and their mission was to break that limit. It wasn’t possible for them to belittle Grid’s abilities as just due to his luck or class. Just by looking at the longsword produced by Grid, they found out the difference between his skills and theirs.
‘Grid, I misunderstood you.’
Grid must have worked and trained like Panmir did to reach his current level.
‘…Respect.’
He couldn’t see this person properly because he was overwhelmed by his own pride and bias. Feeling embarrassed by his foolish self, Panmir admitted his defeat in his heart and bowed his head. The other blacksmiths were the same.
This was the moment when Grid reigned over the world’s finest blacksmiths. The ratings of the National Competition once again set a new record. There was one person who didn’t care.
‘Ah, shit. I became nervous when the Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath appeared.’
Grid was sad.
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Chapter 442
Chapter 442
[You are extremely concentrated and the Legendary Blacksmith’s Patience skill has been activated.]
[Vitality, defense, and dexterity will rise by 200% for one hour.]
[The production of the ‘Longsword’ has been complete!]
[The skill level of (Understanding of Gods’ Weapons) Legendary Blacksmith’s Craftsmanship Skill has increased from level 7 to level 8!.]
[The (Witness of God’s Weapon) Legendary Blacksmith’s Craftsmanship Skill Lv. 8 has increased the item’s stats by 20%.]
From this point on, Grid was filled with great anxiety. The probability of the Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath being activated was much less than the Legendary Blacksmith’s Patience. There was still 0.2% left the Legendary Blacksmith’s Craftsmanship skill, so why did it level up?
‘This, perhaps…’
Could it be that the item he had to give up would have a legendary rating? Grid shivered as the worst situation came to mind.
[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath Lv. 6 has been activated.]
[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath Skill Lv. 6 has increased the item’s stats by 8%.]
[The growth type item, ‘Sealed Transcendent Long Sword’ has been successfully produced!]
[As the first player to produce a growth type item, the title ‘Person who has Reached the Absolute Truth of Battle Gear’ has been acquired.]
[The title effect ‘increased item experience gain’ passive will always apply!]
“Ah…!”
An item greater than a legendary item was lost. He felt sick. It was like a lottery winner losing his prize.
“…Ah!”
Grid was frustrated.
***
A growth type item.
It became stronger the more it was used. It could accumulate experience in PvE and PvP, increasing the rank. Their stats were high compared to items of the same rating, and their stats increase with every rating was also great. Growth type items were classified into two types.
First, an item that a specific soul belonged to. Every time the rank of an item rose, the skill or attributes that the soul possessed when it was alive blossomed. The number and power of the skills and stats varied according to the soul’s rank, and it might not by compatible with the master. There was a special story related to the soul, meaning it was likely for there to be a hidden quest.
Elfin Stone’s Ring and Iyarugt acquired after the Elfin Stone raid belonged to this category. Nobody knew the soul rating of Elfin Stone and Iyarugt yet.
Secondly, there were items without a soul. One option was added every time the rating increased. Since options were added to help the user rather than being random, the higher the rating, the better the compatibility with the user. In other words, it had similar characteristics to a class item. Its power was more stable compared to those with souls, but it also meant it was difficult to enjoy a dramatic effect.
Grid’s Sealed Transcendent Sword belonged to this type.
‘No matter what, the value is astronomical!’
The world was still.
“…”
The hundreds of thousands of spectators filling the Stade de France National Stadium and the millions of viewers watching the TV and Internet held their breaths. Out of these people, 99.99% were aware of the concept of growth type items. However, they had no experience with seeing them, so the impact of Grid’s work was great.
‘It is an item that most players probably can’t get in their entire lives…’
‘Grid made it directly!’
He wasn’t just a legendary blacksmit
h. The footsteps that Grid was leaving were all legendary. The host opened his mouth while everyone was captivated.
『 As I announced in advance, the item screening criteria for this match is ‘value.’ 』
The list of 23 swords produced by the blacksmiths appeared on the screen.
『 The value is measured by the ‘rating’ and ‘performance.’ As you can see, Panmir and Steng’s swords have the best rating, while Panmir has the best performance. 』
Grid’s work wasn’t mentioned. It was natural. For the performance to be good, it needed a higher rating. Grid made a growth type item, but the longsword had a normal rating, meaning the performance was inferior to Panmir’s longsword. But that was only a story for now.
The 13 silent judges started to open their mouths.
『 We have to consider the potential value of the item. 』
『 The item with the highest potential is definitely Grid’s longsword. 』
『 The performance will increase as the rating becomes higher 』
『 It’s obvious that Grid’s longsword will perform better than Panmir’s longsword. 』
『 Moreover, Panmir’s longsword has a disadvantage. A condition of use is added. 』
『 The performance is excellent, but the usefulness and value of the item will decrease if the conditions of use are increased. 』
『 Thus, the 13 judges have decided that Grid’s work is the best. 』
『 We will award the gold medal to Grid. 』
There was no backlash against the judges’ decision. There was no room to refute.
“Waaahhhhhhhh!”
Thousands of people screamed and celebrated Grid’s victory. Panmir also admitted defeat. But there was a problem. Grid wanted to reject the gold medal!
“I would rather have my sword than the gold medal.”
Through this competition, Grid learned the principles behind making a growth type item. It was to follow the existing production method of an item, but to impose a power that couldn’t be realized by the production method. However, it wasn’t that easy to make. What would happen if he made an item according to the production method? Even if he made 1,000 or 10,000 items in the future, his luck meant it wasn’t realistic for him to get the items he wanted.
“Dammit…! Give me my sword!”
Grid was desperate. He was determined to regain the Sealed Transcendent Sword that was in the hands of the host. Fortunately, Grid’s words weren’t passed onto the viewers. It was the power of the mute option.
“What is Grid saying?”
“Doesn’t it look like he is angry at the host?”
“No, why can’t we hear Grid’s voice?”
The audience murmured as they started to detect the strange atmosphere. Director Yoon Sangmin of the S.A. Group and the French prime minister approached Grid. It was to place the gold medal around Grid’s neck.
“Ohh, Grid. Nice to meet you. I watched your actions well~”
The French prime minister greeted Grid in poor Korean. There would probably be few people in the world who would refuse a handshake from a high ranking politician of another country. But Grid refused! No, he didn’t even see the French prime minister.
Grid was only interested in his longsword. Grid started to form tight fists. He was about to lose his temper when Director Yoon Sangmin whispered to him.
“Grid, your work will be displayed forever in the Hall of Fame and receive numerous praise. Countless people will appreciate your work and honor your achievements, increasing your value. So don’t get stuck on the immediate benefits and calm down.”
The rules were the rules. Not sticking to them would just bring him damages. Grid identified Director Yoon Sangmin’s warning and eventually controlled his temper, bowing his head.
“…Damn.”
“…”
Snap!
Snap snap!
Photos were taking of the French prime minister, who barely managed to suppress his unpleasant feelings, placing a gold medal around the frowning Grid’s neck. Shouldn’t a gold medalist be rejoicing? Grid’s current appearance was similar to Sohn Kichung at the Berlin Olympics.
It was terrible.
***
“I will go beyond you in the next National Competition.”
“Grid, I really learned a lot today! It was a valuable experience! If I get a chance, I will see you again later!”
“…”
The words of the blacksmiths, including Panmir and Steng, didn’t reach Grid’s ears. He was locked in deep thought.
‘Why am I so unlucky?’
He already realized that he wasn’t a lucky person. But he never imagined that this bad luck would be holding onto his ankles for all his life.
‘Why is it a top item when I can’t keep it?’
Why didn’t it appear usually? Dammit!
“…Wait.”
Grid was walking down the corridor when he suddenly smiled. It was because he had an interesting idea.
‘If I continue to resist and do my best, I will someday overcome even my bad luck.’
This was just a trial. That’s right. At this moment, Grid perceived that he could overcome the ordeal from the sky.
‘Yes, let’s see who will win.’
As always, he would be the final winner. Grid vowed to go against the heavens as he started his mind control. Just look back at this National Competition.
‘I got many things.’
He learned how to make growth type items and got gold medals. The sword was a small sacrifice to obtain these precious things, so his mind calmed.
“This is interesting.”
The same fact could be seen from a different perspective. Most people naturally knew this, but Grid only discovered it when he matured. Someone came towards him as he started humming.
The long National Competition was now reaching its final stages.
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Chapter 443
Chapter 443
“Grid!”
The person who shouted Grid’s name was Blood Warrior Katz. Grid was very surprised because he was an unexpected person.
‘Why is he coming to see me?’
Grid had no connection to Katz. In the days when he was still a beginner. Grid enhanced the Ideal Dagger to +6 and went to the market to boast, only to witness Katz’ +8 weapon by chance.
“What do you want?”
Katz spoke bluntly to the puzzled Grid.
“Make me a growth type item! I will give you as much money as you want!”
“…”
As expected from a diamond spoon. Grid shrugged as he was reminded that Katz was the son of a prominent conglomerate in Japan.
“Unfortunately, I’m not accepting production commissions.”
To be precise, Grid wouldn’t accept it from him. Grid wasn’t in a position to always make growth type items, and even if he made one, the priority would be selling it to the Overgeared members.
“Kuoh…!”
Katz frowned as he received the negative answer. Katz was called rogue, trash, arrogant, and other words. Grid thought that Katz might take a threatening attitude. But reality was different. He might treat others with contempt, was selfish and said foolish things in public, but he wasn’t a fool. He knew that his position was inferior to Grid, so he suppressed his nature and lowered his posture.
“Your… No, what do I have to do to qualify for your items?”
‘Look at this guy.’
Grid was able to get
a glimpse of Katz’ desperation. He was a person prepared to do anything to get what he wanted.
‘…Can I use him?’
Katz’ value was very high, despite his nature. Grid considered it and made a decision.
“Go and ask Lauel.”
“Your chief of staff?”
“Yes, if you want one of my items, try and fulfill Lauel’s request. I will make you an item depending on Lauel’s decision.”
Grid was sure that Katz would be useful to Lauel.
“…I understand.”
Katz nodded and left this place. Grid looked at him walking away and was filled with joy.
‘A person who didn’t acknowledge me two years ago is now bowing to me…’
It wasn’t just Katz. Since his abilities as a blacksmith had been revealed, it was clear that many prominent figures would approach him in the future.
‘I am a real big shot.’
He could assert that he already had a successful life. Pride boiled inside him. But Grid already knew that this pride shouldn’t transform into arrogance.
‘It isn’t good to be too excited. I have to act more carefully.’
The attention on him was too high. He had to be careful of every action. Otherwise, there might be a backlash. Grid took a deep breath and moved to the waiting room.
“Congratulations.”
“God Grid! I knew you would do it!!”
The Korean team’s waiting room.
Yura and Peak Sword welcomed Grid. They were delighted by Grid’s victory. Thanks to Grid’s gold medal, South Korea now had a chance to take first place on the overall rankings, but that wasn’t why they were happy. They were delighted solely due to their liking for Grid.
“Thank you for always encouraging me.”
Grid replied in an unusual tone and sat on the couch. Peak Sword was confused.
‘Why is God Grid acting like this? Did he eat something bad?’
Ah, he thought about it. It seemed like Grid’s mental state was a mess because he was deprived of the growth type item he made. Would he be able to demonstrate his full ability in the pet marathon if he was in this state? The anxious Peak Sword started thinking up plans to fix Grid’s mental state.
“I’m going to close my eyes for a while.”
Grid lay back on the couch and closed his eyes. Grid wanted to go back into Satisfy and check Noe’s status again, but he didn’t have time.