Episode 52. Frost (3)
AAU.
They were just as shocked as the players.
Sighs erupted from chapters around the world.
I never thought Frost would fall.
Because it was something I couldn’t even imagine.
“Let’s think about it calmly. I’m sure with this. Just like time flies in real life. It means that time is passing in Arcana World as well.”
That’s what it means.
Arcana is not just a game.
No, even if it was a game in the past.
It was the sound of acknowledging that it had become another world.
“I guessed that before. But this…! It’s too fast. Everyone knows what kind of city Frost is, right?”
“…The level of siege difficulty is comparable to that of the imperial capital city.”
“okay! that’s what i don’t understand How the hell did the demons capture Frost? Considering the flow of time, physically…?”
Wait a minute, the passage of time?
Alas.
Why did I think the flow of time was the same!
Suddenly, the setting came to mind.
“The flow of time is different…!!”
“what? What do you mean by that?”
“Damn, I totally forgot. A day in reality is four days in Arcana!”
24 hours of reality. = 96 hours of Arcana.
That was when Arcana was a game.
It was a setting that remained.
Is that why?
I was overlooking that simple setting.
“…Time passes four times faster than in reality? Then it makes sense.”
“Didn’t the demons suddenly get stronger?”
“Damn it, then it’s no wonder that Frost fell, right?”
Everyone who was listening for a moment.
Terrible possibilities reached.
“…Then, what is Arcana World like at this point?”
Even Frost, boasting a tall castle, collapsed.
A small town city…?
I don’t even need to mention it.
Sighs leaked from everywhere.
“What is humanity’s counterattack? how…!”
Arcana World is being trampled by demons.
And most important of all.
That the demons are being updated to reality because Arcana World is not enough.
AAU coldly tapped the calculator.
“What do you think the players are likely to recapture Frost that was captured by the demons?”
“…impossible.”
“I thought it was at least level 600. The point at which ranker players can set their eyes on Frost’s lord position.”
That such a Frost had collapsed miserably.
The demons who captured Frost were level 600.
that it has more strength than that.
Are the current players defeating such demon-type monsters?
“shit…!”
It’s impossible no matter how you think about it.
AAU concluded that.
“…wait for a sec.”
Until Ho-yeol shows up.
Situation room.
The image of Ho-yeol appeared on the monitors that filled the wall.
Hair the same color as the fluttering snow.
This time with a suit and shoes.
That undisturbed outfit.
It’s because it’s been the same since the first appearance.
That alone didn’t surprise me.
Yes, the reason AAU was surprised was the NPC following Ho-yeol.
No, it was because of the Arcana people.
“Nonsense.”
It was the Knights of the Lionheart again.
The setting of the knights who swear allegiance to their lord.
No matter how much relationship you build, you won’t be able to lead the knights…?
How could Ho-yeol, who was just a player, lead the Lion Heart Knights one after another?
That alone would have been shocking.
“…The shadow mercenaries!”
Shadow Mercenaries.
Even they appeared with Ho-yeol.
“You said you built a relationship with those black people too…?”
black curtain.
The reason why the shadow mercenaries are called that is simple.
Until now, it was hidden behind a black curtain.
Because they were beings who could have a significant influence on the second half as well. Yes, if I had to compare them, they had a similar position to the Magic Tower.
“…it doesn’t come to the fore, but its influence.”
“Wasn’t it a setting that could shake the continent beyond the empire?”
“It must be difficult for players to appreciate its true value at this point…? Of course, I can guess because of the ridiculously expensive commission.”
“Haha…”
A laugh burst out at the moment.
“Magic Tower Ryan Heart, now even the Shadow Mercenaries?”
It was because I couldn’t believe it.
But I can spit out such a laugh.
It was as if he had been able to breathe.
Yes, it was too early to be discouraged.
With the advent of Ho-yeol.
AAU.
It was the moment when their conclusions changed.
“For now, let’s watch calmly. Lee Ho-yeol’s move…!”
*
Everything has a reason.
“Ugh, it’s cold.”
“Don’t talk weakly, Kichi-san. Keep in mind that we have a mission to recapture Frost.”
“Yes, I understand. But can’t you say that cold is cold? Ugh, Yusra Kingdom was warm and sunny, so it was just right…”
I am the Knights of the Lionheart.
And also for appearing in Frost with the Shadow Mercenaries.
I mean, everything is there.
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‘I never thought there would be such a situation.’
I had a conversation with Harkon about Frost.
Ryan Hart, the strongest knights in the empire.
Wasn’t it Harkon, the leader of the knights?
Of course, he must have plenty of experience in siege warfare.
I just wanted to get some sort of siege tips.
However, Harkon’s reaction was unexpected.
“…Frost fell? Sir Is that true!”
The time when Harkon was updated to reality.
It was at that point that they set out on an expedition to a village not far from Frost.
Harkon of the world gnashed his teeth in anger.
“Sir, isn’t this because I couldn’t deal with that demon corps commander! At least, if I had carried out even the last of His Majesty’s orders properly…! Frost is…!”
It’s the devil army commander.
‘Though I don’t even know the organization chart of the Demon King’s army.’
Definitely a class quest.
The fact that he is related to the subjugation of the demon lord is evident from his name.
I was secretly expecting that if I did well, I would be able to eat it every day.
‘If I can find out the information of the devil corps commander…’
Because I can prepare in advance.
Why, even now, there was a lot to prepare for.
The most necessary thing is to purchase the devil’s item to activate [Exorcism].
As much as they saved money in the Magic Tower, they could prepare thoroughly.
I feel the worth of living with integrity.
however.
“kyung. We, the Knights of the Lionheart, will be with you.”
…The words that far exceeded my expectations came back.
Harkon’s eyes were determined.
“Because His Majesty’s last order was to subdue the demon corps commander. Until His Majesty withdraws the order. We intend to subdue the demon commander of this world, or the demon.”
Harkon continued.
“It must mean that our intentions are in agreement.”
…I have no reason to refuse.
What do I mean?
Just clear the class quest.
‘Isn’t this to help with the quest? It goes on and on!’
Is there any other support group stronger than this?
Change your mind just in case.
I immediately responded to Harkon.
“I will respect your pride. Sir Harkon.”
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That is the reason why the Knights of the Lion Heart came together.
The circumstances of the shadow mercenaries?
There wasn’t much to say about it.
‘If it’s black, I’ll have to.’
Me and the Shadow Mercenaries.
Because the relationship was a thorough relationship from the beginning.
The first meeting with leader Kichi was clearly in my memory.
“Hyuk-”
“Is there something wrong?”
“Oh no. I was stabbed… no, I was startled.”
Why did you look at me from the start and hiccup?
After listening to Kichi’s self-introduction, I said coldly.
“You mean you want to make a fresh start here in Yusra?”
Shadow Mercenaries.
I’ve done anything for money.
Kitsch defended himself like that.
“…Haha, right? You see right through. Heeep.”
It was true.
I was able to find out just by searching without asking.
It is a mercenary group whose commission fee is terrifyingly expensive.
It is strong enough to handle any request.
However, the cost performance is poor enough that I don’t want to entrust any request.
“However, I am sorry.”
It wasn’t because it wasn’t known or because the reviews were bad.
Are you driven only by money?
“I hate people like you.”
Integrity itself.
For Granfell, there was no other tribe more proud than him.
He seemed to understand why Hakuna had asked him to judge them.
“…Heeep!”
Misunderstanding is forbidden.
It wasn’t a cry, it was a hiccup.
The reason why his shoulders are shaking is because of hiccups.
Of course, even if he showed tears.
Grandfel is not a great man to be shaken by tears.
however.
“But I will believe in that promise.”
“Hib? yes?! A promise?”
“To want to let go of the past and start anew.”
Swag-!
I signed their papers without hesitation.
“I will see if you can find your pride.”
At that time, Kichi was clearly thrilled.
Of course, that thrill didn’t last long.
Before long, I declared to the Shadow Mercenaries.
“This is your chance to prove your commitment.”
Yes, the Shadow Mercenaries.
He was half-forced into subjugation of the demon lord.
There is a give and take in everything.
Because it was Yusra Kingdom that I risked my life to protect.
‘If you want to put a straw in, you have to prove its value.’
Kitsch twisted his tail.
“It’s not worth the money and it’s just a dangerous request…?”
It must be a proposal that I could not have imagined in the past.
But because he said he would throw away the past.
Finally, for a fresh start.
“…I’ll do it anyway. no i have to I will not. No, just leave it to me. Hey!”
If it’s black, you have no choice but to lay it down.
I’m also good at organized society.
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Knights of the Lion Heart voluntarily.
The shadow mercenaries, including Kichi, are half-forced.
That’s how I appeared in Frost with them.
However, one circumstance was overlooked.
‘Why do I have to…!’
Do you mean Hokkaido, where Russia is right in front of you?
no padding.
My outfit without a coat.
I’m just resentful of the local circumstances
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But the bone-chilling cold did not last long.
Hell in reality.
Frost soaring flames.
The surroundings were full of heat, let alone chill.
Harkon showed signs of suppressing his emotions.
“…I will definitely recapture it, Your Majesty.”
It has nothing to do with Frost.
It’s a feeling I can’t even describe.
The feelings of the Knights of the Lionheart are not alone.
However, the best knights in the empire.
with them in front of the enemy.
They were not the ones to be swayed by emotions.
“Sir, are there any survivors out there?”
chivalry.
When they have something to protect, they become stronger.
Exciting—!
The lion’s heart started beating wildly.
“We free Frost from evil today!”
Morale soars with shouts.
‘…Does that mean that the Lion Heart Knights will continue to help me with my class quests?’
There will be no one with a stronger back than me.
There was no hesitation for such valiant lion-hearted knights.
Harkon got to the point.
“kyung. Above all else, Frost’s entry is the top priority.”
I was the same.
[Class Quest: Defeat the Demon King]
The king of demons.
Their demonic powers begin to reach out.
The last demon hunter.
Take down the throne of evil.
—Train your weakened body. (Repeat)
─Investigate the northern city of Frost. (In progress)
The quest’s top priority was also Frost’s investigation.
First of all, the order is to open the tightly closed gates of Frost.
If not, tear down the wall.
That’s what I thought…
‘…It’s hopeless, but is this?’
Wasn’t this a siege?
It was a real siege that was incomparable to that of Count Ascura!
It was common sense that the Suseong side had an advantage in a siege war.
‘In the end, it must have been because he was a demon.’
That’s because the devil had a status ailment.
Fair and fair.
It was obvious that he had not captured Frost through a siege, but rather a mean trick.
on such a subject.
They say the gates are shut tight.
“You are very cocky.”
It’s only natural that I can’t stand to see it.
in a siege war.
A siege weapon is needed to attack a castle gate or castle wall.
If the goal was just to blow Frost away.
In fact, launching a bomber would be the most effective.
‘Because it’s not as inaccessible as a rift.’
This is the power of modern civilization.
How are you demons?
I might be a little conceited, I mean.
But I couldn’t.
“…there are survivors!”
“What is it really? Look where you are.”
“…It looks like they’re dragging it somewhere? Or is it already dead?”
“What are these demons up to?”
Video taken by a drone in the sky.
According to the stories of the players, there are definitely NPCs inside.
No, because it seemed like there were Arcanas.
I don’t know their life and death.
It was impossible to get caught in an explosion.
Then there is only one way.
‘Even though it has power comparable to that of a missile.’
Something that can delicately control its power.
Of course, that something is only “magic”.
I checked the emerging message.
[The skill ‘Natural Enemy’ is activated.]
Demon Lord.
The guy’s musical instrument flowing from Frost was enough to influence me outside the castle walls.
I raised my horsepower.
expression of exploratory interference.
A series of fast-paced processes.
I head towards the tightly closed gate.
manifested magic.
Then a message popped up.
“…!!!”
In front of all the players in this place, including me.
