Ark the Legend 1-12

by Yoo Seong

  “The conversation drifted for a bit.”

  Then Tot opened up again.

  “Set was able to control the Zodiac army thanks to this. Horus attaches a great importance to peace but they were fed up with this mindset. They feel like Horus isn’t qualified to deal with the situation against the Indus, Potamia and Oritious. The commanders of the Zodiac Garrison moved on Set’s insistence. The Zodiac assisted in the rebellion that killed the Elim and Horus. But the great Ra, Syu and Tefnut have not forsaken the Murat.”

  Just before the Zodiac rebellion broke out. Kuhwen the only heir to Horus had headed to the Holy Land on a pilgrimage. And the Elim’s spiritual mentor called Tot had arrived at the city after receiving word about some troubles happening in the Zodiac garrison.

  “That’s why I have to meet Prince Kuhwen and go to the sacred place Tri-Force.

  Tot turned his body and said with a pleasant smile. It seemed like he had something important to say….even if he spoke suddenly….fortunately Tot remembered that Ark had amnesia and gave a further explanation.

  “Horus can only be inherited by the bloodlines of 37 pure bloodlines on Muratio Star so their exchanges with the outside world are limited. There is a ward around the planet called Abraxas that can be activated so that no spaceships can enter the atmosphere of Muratio. This was the reason that Set and the Zodiac Garrison could rebel. Thousands of Murat fleets have advanced into the galaxy so they don’t know about the Zodiac rebellion yet.”

  “Ah, yes…..”

  Then the Zodiac cut off contact with the outside?

  ‘This system is what allows such a revolt.’

  The words bubbled up in his throat but he pushed it down. This wasn’t the important thing.

  “Abraxas can be operated with two devices. One of them is already occupied by Set while the other one is located in Tri-Force. Only Horus can operate Abraxas but it was also designed to respond to the Shire in their bloodline if there was a problem. In other words, Horus died so the only one who can manipulate Abraxas is Kuhwen.”

  So the situation was simple. Prince Kuhwen needs to go to Tri-Force and release Abraxas. And then the Murat forces scattered throughout the galaxy would be told of the uprising. Then the Murat fleet would return, smash the rebel army and Muratio Star would regain peace again.

  “But what about Set?”

  “The fact about how to use Abraxas is a secret. Of course, Set knows that there is more than one control device. After the palace was controlled by the Zodiac, he probably has his soldiers searching for Kuhwen and the other control device. That’s the reason why I quickly gathered you who isn’t prepared yet and made you the Elim’s Heir.”

  Tot looked at Ark and continued.

  “Just before the rebellion occurred, Horus and the Elim called me here and Ra, Shu and Tefnut visited me. You have safely become an Elim successor and have inherited the sun gods’ will. Now your mission is to guard Kuhwen until he safely arrives at Tri-Force.”

  Perhaps he came to the past because he possessed the profession of Elim’s Heir. When he thought about it, this role was limited to Ark. Maybe that’s why he wasn’t with his other team members, Ferguson or Hawk even though they entered together.

  ‘If I can’t find a way to escape here then there is no meaning in finding the team and the Silver Star. When looking at this situation, the only way to return will be to succeed in this mission. And I am currently the Prince’s defence. When the rebellion is suppressed, the Prince will become Horus the Emperor of the Murat. Then I can search for the team and the Silver Star.’

  It wasn’t just to escape from this place. Ark was the Elim’s Heir but Xanax the last Elim had disappeared a long time ago. So he couldn’t learn many related skills despite it being a unique profession.

  But right now Ark was in the home of the Murat, Muratio Star. And the NPC in front of him was the Elim’s spiritual mentor. Who knows? He might have a chance to earn a skill or item related to the Elim.

  Anyway, it became clear what Ark had to do here. He needed to guard Prince Kuhwen while escorting him to the Elim’s Holy Land! Ark was thinking that when the sand under his feet moved. And it scattered until it changed into letters.

  -You have acquired undisclosed information about the ancient alien species called the Murat.

  The universe has a long history and many alien civilizations have grown and declined.

  Finding undisclosed information can help illuminate the history of the universe.

  Hidden alien artefacts or technology can play a decisive role.

 

  + Information about the ancient alien species Murat (3/15).

  + You have obtained 300 Adventure points for acquiring information about the Murat.

  + You have gained 5 Intelligence for acquiring information about the Murat.

  There was no Nymphe so an information window was created through this method. Anyway, it was 100% certain that this wasn’t a bugged space. It was certain after Ark experienced the letters changing supernaturally.

  “This is one of the sacred places of the Murat.”

  Tot indicated towards a city with his staff. The sacred place wasn’t a prosperous city. It was just a historical or religiously important place. Anyway, that’s why the city Tot indicated wasn’t prosperous. No, in fact it was more like a shabby village so it was embarrassing to call it a city.

  But right now the next Horus was in the city. If Prince Kuhwen successfully quelled Set’s rebellion then the city would probably gain another name.

  “Hurry. Prince Kuhwen is waiting for us.”

  Tot increased his pace.

  Space 3

  For the Benefit of Muratio Star!

  ‘This……’

  Ark scratched his head. He had to go on a journey with the prince to suppress a rebellion. He needed to reach Tri-Force to release the space ward and call the Murat forces currently in space to take care of the rebel army on Muratio Star.

  Of course, the journey wouldn’t be easy. But the person Ark was accompanying was the prince who would become the next Horus. Even if it was a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, the prince would be accompanied by guardsmen befitting his status.

  ‘It would be good if I could join forces with the guardsmen.’

  That’s what he thought…..

  “Are they the prince’s guardsmen?”

  Ark asked after Tot guided him to the centre of the city to the shrine where the prince lived. Tot nodded while scratching his head with the handle of the staff.

  “Prince Kuhwen is someone who loves literature and art more than war. So he also dislikes bringing a lot of soldiers.”

  “It turned out like this.”

  A sigh naturally flowed from Ark’s mouth. Only 30 soldiers could be seen around the shrine. There were also 20 people in the entourage wearing the clothes of scholars and artists. They were NPCs that were no use in a situation like this. They gawked and gossiped as Tot and Ark entered the shrine.

  “Is that the person that Tot-nim regards as the Elim’s Heir?”

  “There is a rule that the Elim can’t be a Murat but…..”

  “Isn’t he an orphan that the late Elim picked up? He is also an uncivilized human.”

  “The humans are a species that have barely sneaked out from the stone age. Now a human has been selected to become the heir to the Elim?”

  “The Elim are warriors that represent the Murat. In a Murat emergency, they can take the place of the commander. In other words, the prince might appoint the Elim successor as our commander. We have to take the orders of a primitive man.”

  “How horrible.”

  “The Zodiac took over so the selection of the Elim successor needed to be sped up. It is doubtful whether he really has value.”


  And they didn’t seem to like Ark. No, to be surprised they looked at him with contempt. Ark sighed while Basak snorted and looked around roughly.

  “Those bastards! Hyung-nim, just give me a command! I will be your shield and knock down everyone who is talking badly about you!”

  “It doesn’t matter. They’re just making noise.”

  Ark replied in a disinterested voice. The reason why Ark sighed wasn’t because he was hurt by the soldiers’ words. Ark’s heart wasn’t delicate enough to be injured by the gossip of some NPCs. It was just hopeless. He had an ominous feeling that the journey wouldn’t be smooth after seeing such soldiers. However Tot misunderstood Ark’s reaction.

  “Yes, you thought well. The Elim is a person who shows things through actions, not with their mouth. If you show your ability then their attitudes will change. One of the important qualities of the Elim is not to be affected by ignorant words.”

  “But where is Prince Kuhwen?”

  “I’m here.”

  An answer came from behind him. Tot, Basak and Ark turned around as they heard the voice. The next moment Ark’s face turned confused. There were 10 children behind him. They were covered in dirt and looked just like neighbourhood children playing in a village.

  “T-this! Once again…..”

  “Prince-nim, you are…..”

  Ark heard the voice of an aristocrat mixed in among the children. But they were all wearing similar clothing so he didn’t know which one was the prince. Then one of the boys started to talk with an innocent smile.

  “Jed, why are you looking around restlessly with such an expression? Surely you haven’t forgotten my face during the short time you were away?”

  Jed was a name he heard for the first time. But judging by the atmosphere, that seemed to be Ark’s name. And that meant this child talking calmly was the prince! Ark was astonished because the prince was younger than he thought.

  “What? No, huh? Then you…?”

  “What? Have you really forgotten my face? Or are you teasing me after seeing the other children? If you’re doing such a thing then stop. It isn’t funny.”

  The boy inflating the ball said.

  “No, actually he…..”

  Tot approached the boy and quickly whispered. The boy looked at Ark with an astonished expression and approached him before sighing.

  “Such a thing….I heard from Tot that the test to assess the qualities of an Elim was dangerous but to even lose your memories? It is regrettable that you lost your memories but you won through such hardships and passed the test. Tot’s eyes really are sharp to be able to recognize your talent since childhood.”

  “You’re overpraising me, Your Highness.”

  He lowered his head with a humble expression. The entourage gathered around him then shouted.

  “L-lost memories?”

  “Oh my god! Elim’s Heir is going to be someone who lost their memories? Does that make sense? Can we rely on someone who doesn’t even remember his name in this state of emergency? Your Highness, this is ridiculous! Please cancel Jed’s heir designation!”

  “Watch your words!”

  The boy turned his head and shouted. Ark, the children and entourage looked surprised at the boy’s unexpected behaviour. At that moment, Ark witnessed an amazing scene. The boy’s face that looked approximately 10 years old was changing dramatically. The mischievous boy’s face changed into that of the Murat prince.

  “What did you do after my Royal Father was killed by Set? The hearts of the Murat residents trembled with anxiety. The glorious Murat nobility were just worried about losing their status. In order to rescue the Murat, he pushed through the Elim successor test and lost his memories. What do your eyes see when you look at such a man?”

  The boy, no the prince looked at his retinue and continued talking.

  “Answer me! Do you think Jed is worthy of your contempt? Answer me! Do you have the qualifications to spurn Jed after he lost his memories? No. So close your mouths. Although I couldn’t receive the formal succession, I am still the person who will become the next Horus!”

  ‘This guy…..’

  Ark glanced at Kuhwen. When listening to the entourage, Ark had thought ‘Hah, this guy must not be able to do anything about the rude comments around him.’ Yet a children covered in dirt had managed to quell their reaction.

  He needed to command the NPCs for this task so the NPC’s tendencies was very important. However, his uncomfortable feeling went away after seeing Kuhwen. Furthermore, he even felt vaguely nostalgic.

  ‘This NPC, it isn’t strange. Yes, Haverstein!’

  He became friendly when Haverstein who was the Lord of Jackson in his early days of New World. He first knew Viscount Haverstein after his father died in the labyrinth. Ark met him after returning to Jackson with the news. At that time, Haverstein was a similar age to Kuhwen and his acceptance of his father’s death impressed Ark. He maintained a good relationship after that and helped Ark become a hero of New World.

  The atmosphere around Kuhwen was very similar to when Haverstein was young.

  ‘I should maintain a good relationship with him.’

  Fortunately Kuhwen liked Ark. After subduing his retinue, Kuhwen grabbed Ark’s hand.

  “Jed, that fact that you lost your childhood memories is saddening for me. But you just lost your adoptive father so maybe your amnesia is a blessing. I also lost my father but I have no time for grief. I need to take control of the Murat or the Indus, Potamia and Oritious might break the peace. Countless Murat would then lost their children like us. It isn’t just for my sake that I want to gain the status of Horus. Nor is it revenge for my Royal Father. I need your help for the sake of peace and millions of Murat. Jed, you are the Elim’s Heir so we are now equal. Therefore I ask that help me become the Murat’s Horus. Will you lend me your power?”

  “It is Ark.”

  Ark replied with a smile.

  “That is a name I discarded in the past that I recalled through my training.”

  His name was corrected to Ark. It would become confusing if he kept on being called Jed. The retinue’s expressions turned ugly at Ark’s attitude but Kuhwen just smiled.

  “Yes, my old friend Ark. Will you accept my request?”

  “Of course Your Majesty.”

  Ark kneeled down and replied. Right now Ark wasn’t thinking about solving the problem and returning to his galaxy. He sincerely wanted to help this young NPC.

  “I will do my best to help you.”

  And he answered with a resolute attitude. A 3D image of an obelisk with an inscription carved on it floated in front of him.

 

  You have reached another space and time after entering a black hole and met the Murat Prince.

  Currently the Murat Emperor Horus has been killed by rebels led by Set and the Murat have fallen into a state of confusion. Fortunately, the Prince was heading to the Holy Land on a pilgrimage and managed to avoid Set’s assassins along with the retinue that accompanied him. Tot who is referred to as the spiritual mentor of the Elim has said that the only way to quell the rebellion is to turn off Abraxas located in Tri-Force and continent the Murat fleet scattered throughout the universe. When you succeed in this mission, you will be able to return to your original universe.

  Difficulty: –

  A formal quest was registered. Then Tot approached and began to talk.

  “Now, you have formally become the Elim’s Heir. You should be familiar with what type of presence the Elim is. There is a reason the Elim is called the strongest warrior in the galaxy. Take this for the moment.”

  And a set of armour was pulled out. It was a set of boots, helmet and pants larger than the petite Yoda so Ark didn’t know where it was stored. No, he was being given items so he wouldn’t question it too closely….

  -You have acquired some items.

  , , ng Pants (Force +300)>,

  Ark received the set of armour.

  “This is the armour that the Elim’s Heir uses while training. Your foster father who was the previous Elim gave you lessons so your spirit should be prepared. It isn’t armour intended for actual fighting but it is better than the armour that general soldiers use. This should be sufficient for an Elim’s Heir.”

  In Tot’s words, the armour wasn’t a magic or unique set. But in the current circumstances Ark only had a helmet. It was no different from when he first began the game with rags that only had 1 defense. However the armour set had high defense compared to the level and it also had 300 Force attached to each one.

  …..It was perfect.

  Ark even switched the helmet.

  “Now it is time to consult about the future.”

  Tot continued speaking.

  “Damn! Open! Open up!”

  A shout was suddenly heard from the side of the entrance. Kuhwen and Tot turned around with a doubtful expression. The guards that protected the soldiers lowered their heads and reported.

  “Your Majesty, the residents have caught some suspicious people.”

  “Suspicious people?”

  “Yes, they look like animals and appear to be an unknown alien race from outside Muratio Star. They were lingering around the village.”

  “Unknown alien race? How can there be such a species?”

  Kuhwen frowned as his entourage murmured.

  “Your Majesty, perhaps they were sent by Set to spy on us?”

  “I also have the same idea. There is a ward around this planet so Muratio Star isn’t easy to enter. The fact that an unknown species has entered this place isn’t a coincidence. They might by spies or biological weapons of Set. I think we should dispose of them right away.

  “Please wait a moment.”

  Then Ark interrupted.

  “It is better to see them first. I might know them.”

  An unknown alien species was seen in Muratio Star. He had the idea that it might be one of the parties sucked into the black hole after hearing it. If would be useful to the situation even if they were from Ferguson or Hawk’s team. However the retinue was prepared to attack.