Overgeared

by Park Saenal

  ‘What is this feeling? I have a hidden class, but have to do hard labor every day?’

  He looked at the pickaxe and shovel he never touched in reality and was appalled.

  “Sigh… Still, I’m glad because it’s a class that can earn me many rewards.”

  Dark sighed deeply. He was a lot like someone. That someone was naturally…

  “Magic Missile! Magic Missile! Magic Missile! Magic… Oh! Hey, this #@!$%~!”

  Grid.

  Grid used Magic Missile for hours on the iron ore placed on the anvil. He already emptied a few mana potions in his mouth and asked Braham again for confirmation.

  “Is this real? Can I really learn the Magic Battle Gear Production Method by repeating this?”

  Braham replied to the desperate looking Grid.

  ‘That’s right. After hitting the iron ore 10,000 times, you need to hit the jaffa ore 10,000 times and then orichalcum 10,000… If you continue this process, you will eventually strike adamantium and bloodstone 10,000 times and you will be qualified to learn the Magic Battle Gear Production Method.’

  “Eh…??”

  It wasn’t just iron ore? Grid doubted his ears but didn’t forget to use Magic Missile. Then a notification window appeared.

  [Your intelligence has increased by 1.]

  [Your magic accuracy has increased by 0.01%.]

  “Ohhh!”

  It was fortunate that his stats increased from labor. He was particularly pleased that his intelligence stat was increasing.

  ‘…’

  Grid had just been cursing and now he was as happy as a child. Braham thought it was absurd.

  ‘There’s such a simple person in this world?’

  He wasn’t disparaging this simplicity. Braham thought that Grid’s talent came from this simplicity.

  ‘In particular, his simple personality plays a big part when he focuses on repetitive work.’

  A huge smile. Grid was happy at the sight of his rising stats and Braham whispered to him.

  ‘Please note that you can learn new magic if your intelligence increases a bit more.’

  “R-Really? Okay! Magic Missile! Magic Missile!”

  Teong! Teong!

  [Your intelligence has increased by 1.]

  [Your magic accuracy has increased by 0.01%.]

  [Magic Mastery has increased by Lv. 5 to Lv. 6.]

  There was compensation. Labor was always right. It didn’t matter if it was hard.

  “Pant pant! Magic Missile! Pant pant! Magic Missile! Magic Missile!”

  Grid’s satisfaction rose. His enthusiasm rose from the increasing stats and he continued to hit the iron ore with Magic Missile. At first, the iron ore was damaged or penetrated by Grid’s Magic Missile, but now it was become firmer every time. It was the process of training his magic.

  ***

  Minor. He had been serving Grid since he was a 13 year old boy. Now the talent forcefully obtained by Grid in Bairan had turned 18 years old. What had he been doing for the past five years? He was exploring all over the continent for new and better quality minerals. It was very difficult. It had been difficult to find new minerals during his stay in Reidan.

  But the power of education was terrible! His qualities had blossomed due to Grid forcing him to study, and at this moment, he found new minerals. The Dravian Mountains. It was renowned for being the nest of Light Dragon Nevartan.

  ‘This is really…!’ I feel the aura of a new mineral!’

  Now he had good news to tell Duke Grid.

  ‘No, he isn’t a duke, but a king.’

  Minor originally disliked Grid. Minor’s pride was high in the sky because he was such a unique genius and he thought it was shameful to serve only a duke. Minor thought that only the emperor of the Saharan Empire was qualified to become his master.

  But his thoughts had changed recently. Despite being a commoner like Minor, Grid became a great nobleman and was even qualified to become the king of a nation. Minor’s impression of Grid changed a lot.

  ‘This is a person I can serve.’

  Minor was determined to serve Grid in the future. He would perform faithfully under Grid and learn a lot.

  ‘Huhuhu… Then one day I will become a noble and a king.’

  From now on, his goal was to become the second Grid. Minor felt resolved and pulled a pickaxe out of his bag. He planned to maximize his achievements by taking the newly discovered mineral directly to Grid. Grid utilized Minor as a minerals detector, but he liked mining more.

  Minor, who was as greedy as Grid and as self-conscious as Lauel, started climbing the Dravian Mountains. He had developed great mobility skills and raised his strength, stamina, and persistence while exploring the continent for the past several years.

  ***

  “Magic Missile! Magic Missile! Magic Missile!”

  The average time it took to use Magic Missile (Enhanced) Lv. 3 was 1.5 seconds. The cooldown time was less than one second, but this calculation was when it was used repeatedly due to the very short activation time. It consumed 420 mana for one. Thanks to various titles and items, his total intelligence was over 1,900 and his mana was 12,000.

  Calculating it simply, Grid’s mana was depleted when Magic Missile was used without rest for 40 seconds. There were limits, even if he took a mana potion. There was a waiting time for the potion reuse time. In other words, it was theoretically impossible for Grid to launch Magic Missile for dozens of minutes.

  Yet Grid had already used Magic Missile for over four hours. It was due to the Ring of Absurdity that reduced the consumption of resources by 50%.

  ‘This game is truly about items.’

  Grid realized the undeniable truth again and smiled with delight. The moment the 10,000th Magic Missile hit the iron ore.

  [You have learned the Iron Ore Magic Training method.]

  [In the future, you can train the iron ore with various attack spells. The power and skill of the magic you use will determine the speed of the iron ore training.]

  [The magically tempered minerals have a lower durability than traditionally handled minerals, but there is a possibility that special magic options will be attached. The types of options depends on the magic you use to temper it.]

  “Oh…! Ohh!!”

  Grid’s joy pierced the sky after repeating the same thing for 4 hours and 10 minutes. Braham urged Grid as he was checking the rewards.

  ‘Wouldn’t it be better to keep using Magic Missile? Next is the jaffa ore.’

  Perhaps Braham wasn’t aware of his own emotions. Braham’s voice also sounded excited and Grid laughed.

  ‘I want to see the magic battle gear that you can create quickly.’

  Iron ore, jaffa, mithril, orihalcum, black iron ore, blue orichalcum, and finally adamantium and bloodstone. Grid had to strike at least 19 types of metals 10,000 times and it would take at least a week. Of course, this included the stamina recovery time and Satisfy connection time limit.

  The same process needed to be repeated for a week or more. It would be terrible and disgusting for another person. But it wasn’t a big deal for Grid. Grid wasn’t frustrated because it merely required patience, not talent. Not giving up was Grid’s specialty.

  [The long term magic use has slowed magic recovery speed and the mana deployment speed.]

  [You are tired. Stamina is consumed more quickly. You have resisted.]

  ‘It might take 10 days instead of a week.’

  The system started to interfere. But Grid’s expression didn’t change at all. He had perfectly adapted to this training.

  ‘Isabel, wait a little longer. I will surely give you the best spear.’

  There was no anxiety. Grid’s expression was calm as he started striking the jaffa ore with Magic Missile. Only those waiting by the side were nervous.

  ‘How long is he going to repeat the same thing?’

  ‘Isn’t he bored? I’m dying of boredom just watching…’

  ‘Uhh, my body is tired standing next to
him. I am sore.’

  ‘Please go and take a rest…’

  Reinhardt’s blacksmiths started to be afraid of Grid’s obsession. On the other hand, Damian and Isabel looked at Grid like he was a role model. They thought that Grid’s spirit was uncommon in this world.

  “Magic Missile!”

  Jeeeong!

  White flashes occurred in the smithy through the night. Lauel smiled at the sight from the distant walls.

  “This light is the glorious future that will lead this kingdom. Hut…!”

  The cool wind blew in the pleasant night.

  Chapter 593

  Chapter 593

  While Grid was learning the Magic Battle Gear Production Method.

  The Overgeared members were scattered all over and performing their own duties. They encouraged and helped the people greatly damaged by the war and repaired Reinhardt, Patrian, and Bairan. The person who played the biggest role in this process wasn’t the high rankers like Jishuka, Yura, Regas, or Pon. It was surprisingly Grid’s sister, Ruby.

  Ruby’s overwhelming healing power and benevolent spirit helped to heal and encourage the wounded bodies and minds of the people and soldiers.

  “Thank you! I really appreciate it! My friends and family are able to regain their health thanks to Saintess Ruby!”

  “I thought I would spend my whole life like this, but I’m able to walk thanks to the Saintess. I will thank the Saintess for the rest of my life and live well.”

  “Ah! Saintess Ruby is Grid’s sister? How could there be two such wonderful siblings?”

  The people’s love and respect for Ruby grew further. In accordance, Ruby’s sphere of influence was naturally expanded. It was right below Grid’s. Lauel thoroughly took advantage of this.

  “We will increase the speed of the recovery operation. Let the people and soldiers work more. If Ruby goes and preaches the necessity of labor, the people will be willing to work harder.”

  “Aren’t the people already working all the time except for when they’re eating and sleeping? No way. They’ll collapse.”

  “Ruby, can’t you heal them if they fall?”

  Perfect infinite power! The value of the Saintess’ wide-area healing ability was great. Lauel really liked Ruby, who created an environment where the people and soldiers could be overworked. Ruby didn’t like Lauel’s words.

  “A bad person.”

  “You can condemn me, but I’m proud of myself. My decision is solely for the growth of Grid and Overgeared. I don’t think I’m wrong.”

  “Hmph, I have nothing to say to you.”

  Ruby turned around, going to the people and soldiers to ask them for more harsh labor. Ruby was also a member of Overgeared and couldn’t disobey Lauel’s orders.

  “I’ll take good care of you so that you don’t get hurt.”

  Ruby promised the people.

  A smile appeared on Lauel’s face.

  “Unlike Grid, she has a cute side…”

  Duguen!

  The feelings deeply sealed in his heart were moving.

  ‘What? What is this hot flame moving through my heart?’

  Lauel didn’t know, but it was love. The late first love of the 22 year old Lauel began.

  ***

  “What? Lauel ordered the troops to gather in Reidan?”

  “Yes, because it’s at the border of the Saharan Empire and must be thoroughly defended.”

  “Why did he make such a decision? Shouldn’t we be paying attention to the remnants of the Eternal Kingdom, not the Saharan Empire? From their perspective, they can’t forgive us for killing the king and dividing the kingdom. What if they gather their troops and advance to Bairan or Reinhardt?”

  Toban questioned Lauel’s command. He had served as chief of staff of the Tzedakah Guild. From his point of view, Lauel seemed to be making a big mistake.

  Euphemina and Vantner agreed.

  “Yes. In the current situation, the remnants of Eternal wouldn’t miss this gap.”

  “Did Lauel make a mistake because he is tired?”

  The moment everyone was feeling distrustful of Lauel’s judgment.

  “Lauel hasn’t overlooked the presence of Marquis Steim.”

  The silent Yura opened her mouth. Her peach lips captivated everyone’s eyes.

  “After the death of King Aslan, his evil deeds were revealed to the public and Marquis Steim has nothing to worry about anymore. He will unconditionally serve Youngwoo-ssi. But how can he come to Youngwoo-ssi with empty hands after he refused his support during the war?”

  “I see!”

  “There’s still Marquis Steim!”

  Vantner made a confused expression while Toban and Euphemina nodded immediately.

  “Sooner or later, Marquis Stein will arrive with a gift.”

  “The gift is the remnants of those who are against Grid. Indeed, Lauel is incredible. He expected this and stationed the troops in Reidan.”

  “Yura is also amazing for discovering it. Won’t Lauel have an easier time if Yura assists him?”

  “No. Yura needs to level up. She’s one of the strongest powers of our guild.”

  “…”

  The strongest power. Was it really like that? Yura couldn’t accept it.

  ‘I’m weak.’

  The epic class Euphemina, and Jishuka armed with the Red Phoenix Bow were comparable to the legendary rated Grid and Kraugel. She was weak, despite having a legendary class.

  ‘This is a problem. I need to devote myself to finding the hidden pieces as soon as possible.’

  It was a matter of pride. Yura also dreamt about becoming stronger than everyone else.

  ‘My next destination is…’

  Hell. The stage that maximized a Demon Slayer’s abilities. Once the establishment of the Overgeared Kingdom was complete and the Overgeared Guild regained stability, she would rush to hell and concentrate on her growth. Yura was prepared.

  ***

  Three Rebecca Temples would be built in Reinhardt. The elders of the Rebecca Church accepted Pope Damian’s command. They would send full support to Grid and Overgeared, who destroyed the great demon Belial. The players belonging to the Rebecca Church received a quest.

  [The ‘Temple Construction’ quest has been created.]

  [Temple Construction]

  Difficulty: A

  The Rebecca Church plans to build three temples in Reinhardt, the territory of the great hero Grid.

  Help the construction of the Rebecca Temples.

  Quest Clear Conditions: Work for at least four days at the construction site of the Rebecca Temples.

  Quest Reward: You have the right to be assigned to the newly built temple. Divine Power +20. The compensation will differ according to construction contribution.

  “How much manpower are they lacking that they would make paladins and priests participate in the construction sites?”

  “Isn’t it common that the funds and manpower required for the construction of the temple be covered by the lord of the territory that the temple is built in?”

  “Wow… Surely we aren’t paying for the cost of the temples built in Reinhardt?”

  “Pope Damian is abusing his authority. It’s well known that he’s a fan of Grid.”

  “I can’t believe that the elders approved this.”

  The players in the Rebecca Church didn’t like the Temple Construction quest. They couldn’t understand why they were supposed to participate in the construction of the temple and felt uncomfortable because they seemed to be used for Damian’s private affairs. However, there were very few players who refused the quest. A-grade quests weren’t easy to get and the reward was quite good.

  ‘It increases divine power by 20.’

  ‘Reinhardt is one of the few very large cities on the whole continent. If I can get there, I can make great profits by clearing numerous quests every day.’

  ‘I don’t want to miss the chance to build up a friendship with Overgeared.’

  ‘
Follow the trend for the future.’

  Talents started to gather in Reinhardt, which would become the capital of the Overgeared Kingdom. This was the power of Overgeared.

  ***

  “I’m sorry!”

  The members of the Silver Knights, including Peak Sword, returned. They thought of themselves as sinners. It was because Cork Island was completely destroyed. The Cork Island that flourished in the past couldn’t exist again. Tears flowed down Peak Sword’s face as he recalled the ruined Cork Island.

  “If we had handed it over to Eternal when you told me…”

  The island wouldn’t have been destroyed. It would’ve been taken away, but they could’ve used it in the future. They needlessly protected Cork Island and brought about irreversible results. Lauel comforted Peak Sword, who couldn’t even lift his head.

  “It isn’t your fault. It’s mine for not anticipating Blood Carnival’s strike.”

  There was no way to predict it, but he didn’t make excuses. Lauel never thought that Peak Sword would completely protect Cork Island from Eternal’s navy. In the first place, there was no reason for Blood Carnival to intervene. Unfortunately, Peak Sword was far more outstanding than expected and the result turned out like this.

  ‘Now that Cork Island is destroyed, the cost of restoring the destroyed facilities is too high. It’s better to give up neatly.’

  They didn’t need to be so obsessed. Originally, Cork Island was the major source of income for Overgeared. But this would change in the future. The territories belonging to Eternal that would be occupied by Overgeared were much more valuable than Cork Island.

  Then Lauel received a new report.

  “Katz has returned.”

  Blood Warrior Katz. His strength was comparable to Grid when he was on the battlefield. No, maybe it was higher than Grid. Lauel had big hopes for him. He hoped Borneo would be protected for 10 days. Lauel rushed over and greeted Katz.

  “You must have suffered a lot. We were able to protect our rear thanks to your actions.”

  It would be great if they could make Borneo completely theirs, but there were only 1,000 troops assigned to Katz. It was impossible to completely protect Borneo from the Gauss Kingdom which could move tens of thousands of troops. It was great work to keep it for just 10 days.