Episode 699: War of the Stars (1)
Numerous men and women gathered in the crater where magma flowed.
They were not humans.
The amount of magical power and sense of heterogeneity possessed by each individual was at a level that could not be dared to be contained in the shell of a human being.
Their true identity was dragons who had cast polymorph magic.
Gold, silver, red, blue, green and black.
The guardian gods of the 46th floor, who oversee each color, anxiously waited for time to pass.
Among them, there were also ancient dragons with different names, such as Addon, the Dragon of Destruction.
The gatekeeper of the iron wall that protects the 48th floor.
Among the dragons of all time, they are the strongest creatures with perfect lineage, talent, and even luck. They, too, had taken a long walk to where the low-ranking dragons were in order to intervene in the upcoming election ceremony for the Dragon Lord.
“It took longer than I thought.”
Addon muttered.
A voice full of irritation and regret revealed strong hostility toward one person.
Kang Jin-hyuk of Goinmul Corporation.
Even though they had taken control of a huge base called Eden, rather than being frustrated, they were in the process of causing even bigger accidents.
How terrible must it have been for Azathoth to wake up from his sleep?
Even now, whenever I think of that day, it feels like my dragon heart freezes.
still.
‘Almost done.’
Currently, the existing road has been withdrawn.
If a new Lord is elected and the dragons unite, it becomes possible to make it so that players can no longer climb the tower, starting from Eden.
This means that no matter how much you gather forces and grow, climbing to the upper levels becomes impossible.
“Then, from now on, we will accept candidates to become the next load.”
The Gold Clan, which elected the previous Dragon Lord, held a ceremony to complete 2000 years of work and hand over a successor.
Grumble!
The magma split into two sides, revealing the remains of an ancient dragon.
It’s huge.
Because it was three times larger than a normal dragon.
Even the dragon heart, which had been beating vigorously while alive, was still continuing to beat.
I can’t even guess how much mana he has.
[The magic power of the ancient dragon ‘Patio’ has been unlocked!]
Kukukukuku!
One of the first ancient dragons known to have existed since the tower was first built.
By handing over some of his magical power and imprint to the new Lord, he can gain the loyalty of the remaining dragons.
and.
Another symbol also woke up from a long sleep.
[‘Crown of Valor’ awaits a new owner.]
The king’s mark that he had been searching for for half a year.
It even has absolute sacred relics that no one can deny.
An indescribable feeling of excitement arose among the dragons.
“Vedimion of the Red Clan will challenge for the position of great Lord.”
“Sarashid of the Black Clan will also challenge for the position of great Lord.”
A red-haired man and a black-haired woman came out.
Red and Black Clan.
Although the two clans were the most likely to become the next Dragon Lord, it was difficult to say which had the upper hand yet.
This is because Nyarlathotep, who was controlling everything behind the scenes, gave up his hand and disappeared at some point.
Naturally, the election ceremony had no choice but to be postponed.
‘I don’t know what you’re thinking.’
Could this have something to do with Azathoth trying to wake up?
Is it also true that the movements of ancient beings have become incomparably more active than in the past thousands of years?
Because accurate information was not delivered even to them, they could not understand the details, but they could instinctively feel that a huge storm was approaching.
‘done. No matter how much you think about it, there is no need to worry about something that has no answer. ‘First of all, the priority is to firmly conclude the work given to me.’
Red and black.
It doesn’t matter which of the two clans that are loyal to him becomes Lord.
But right then.
An unfamiliar voice rang out from a place that had remained silent until now.
“Pinot Noir from the Green family. “I will challenge for the position of great Lord.”
A woman with elegantly flowing green hair took a step forward.
“i get it. “Are there any more?”
“….”
“….”
Silence followed the elder dragon’s words.
“Then let’s finish candidate registration with this.”
[Candidate registration from three clans has been completed.]
[A new Lord will be elected 14 days from now.]
Any dragon can be a candidate for the Dragon Lord election ceremony.
This means that just because he is a dragon, he is qualified to become a Lord.
Of course, running the race and being elected are completely different issues, but anyway, the number of candidates who were thought to be only two has increased to three.
Addon’s eyebrows were bent into an inverted shape.
I can’t help but be unhappy about the increased number of variables.
The other ancient dragons nearby also could not hide their embarrassment.
‘Who moved it?’
The Green clan, which was the weakest and most docile, would not have stepped forward for no reason.
Someone he didn’t know must have intervened.
***
Same time.
Jinhyuk was sitting alone in the lounge of the Palazzo Hotel.
Thanks to having a reliable source of information, work became much easier.
After watching for several hours, I was able to keep all the information about the current players in my head.
‘But it looks like he was just having fun.’
The newly reorganized 7 major guilds.
The masters and top rankers who lead there had skills worthy of their name. When it comes to Dreadlore level, I think the strength of the entire guild will be similar to the current level of genius, or maybe a little lacking.
hmm.
Jinhyuk was lost in thought as he sipped a mint chocolate-based cocktail.
These clumsy kids are the most annoying.
It doesn’t fall down easily due to strength control. However, if you give up your best, the reason for using the spring of forgetfulness disappears.
If you plan carefully and meticulously, you will be able to get the items you want and not be discovered.
“master.”
“yes.”
“It’s going to be a long night, so I’d like to ask for one more drink. “Put a lot of chocolate powder on top of the mint.”
“Triple Mint Liquor just arrived. What do you think? “If you wish, I will give you the opportunity to taste it for the first time.”
“I would like a double please.”
“Hehe. “Only then will I recognize you as a customer.”
The bartender skillfully prepared the cocktail.
There are even cookies full of butter flavor that you can eat as a snack.
After all, it is a lounge with roots.
I often felt the need to visit the United States.
at that time.
“Jinhyuk Kang.”
Cheon Yu-seong came and sat down next to Jin-hyuk.
He was usually blunt, but this time it was a little different.
“Do you want to have a drink too?”
“…putting toothpaste in your mouth is enough to brush your teeth.”
“That’s a bit harsh.”
I can’t believe I heard something like this from someone who only eats pineapple pizza.
For the first time, I almost lost my composure and started a fight.
Cheon Yu-seong continued, whether he was aware of such feelings or not.
“I don’t know since when, but I have always fought on the same side as you. It’s funny. In the past, whenever we encountered someone, we would first point a knife at them.”
“I know. “It just happened to be like that.”
Many things happened.
Even when your life is at stake. Even when you have to prevent the destruction of the world.
Even though this guy grumbled, he was always by my side.
Now, she was just as natural a member of the Goinmul Corporation as Ellis or Teresa.
“I plan to continue to help you whenever you need it. “Not for you, but because if we are to survive, we will have to conquer the top of the tower.”
but.
“I won’t be with you at this event.”
An opportunity to showcase your victory in front of many people. Cheon Yu-seong had no intention of blowing up what might possibly be the last war of stars.
Partzitz….
A sharp and sharp energy bloomed.
Go, go, go!
An unfamiliar and terrifying speculation was conveyed through Jinhyeok’s skin.
…It is not the existing genius.
The unique magical power based on the Chuhon Sword was never of this type.
But does this make sense?
According to Moorim’s common sense, completely overturning the existing and learning something new is impossible.
Although new things could be added, it was impossible to change the fundamental roots themselves.
The only way that has a chance is…
no way.
“you…?”
Jinhyuk’s eyes dilated rapidly.
Now I understand what happened.
“I’ll see you at the competition. Be sure to survive and reach the top. “There’s no way you can lose to these idiots here.”
Rattling.
Cheon Yu-seong drank the liquor in the under-rocks glass in one go.
And without any hesitation, I turned my back.
Cough, cluck.
I pretended to be strong even though I couldn’t drink, and getting into trouble was a bonus.
***
One day before the main competition.
Jinhyuk and the rest of the members gathered in a huge facility built by the association.
“From what I remember, the Star Wars or something is supposed to start tomorrow, but has the schedule changed somehow?”
Ellis, wearing jeans, black short sleeves with a large logo on them, and a snapback, tilted her head.
The fact that he is even chewing bubble gum makes him feel like an American hipster.
“We weren’t officially invited, so we have to play the preliminary round today.”
Ordinary players must pass a test to qualify for the main event.
It was a result that strongly reflected the organizer’s will not to involve dogs or cows in the war of stars.
“The number is quite large.”
Teresa looked around.
No matter how small you count it, thousands of people.
Of these, only 10 to 20 people can participate in the main event.
The competition rate alone would literally be like picking a star in the sky.
of course.
Among these, you can probably count on one finger the gems that are truly useful.
‘Where can I find prey worth copying?’
Jinhyuk’s eyes turned quickly.
Through the ‘Eye of Gluttony’, we scanned each person one by one to find talented people to place in the infinite library.
Right then.
[From now on, we will guide you through the preliminaries.]
The huge electronic display board hanging in the center blinked.
There is no special moderator.
All they can do is provide guidance in a rigid writing style.
“Write. The treatment was also very…”
Jinhyuk tasted bitterness in his mouth.
Having seen how luxurious and meticulously cared for the rankers who participated in the main event, I couldn’t help but feel the gap even more.
[Because there are too many people, we agreed to choose the most efficient and simple method possible.]
[From now on, please form a team with the members you think are the strongest and most solid. The number of team members must be at least 3 and up to 10.]
[The moment team members are selected, a badge with the same symbol will be awarded, and the battle will continue until the last 20 people remain.] [
However, taking the opponent’s life is not allowed . This action is strictly prohibited and no one will be held responsible for any injuries suffered by individuals.]
Battle royale style.
This is definitely a more convenient method for the organizers.
This would be the worst method for a challenger who is surrounded by enemies on all sides and has to fight a fight that may never end.
‘If there are 3 to 10 people, there is no need for all members to disperse.’
Cheon Yu-seong was moving separately, but everyone else was planning to form a team together.
however.
“huh?”
An unexpected person caught my eye among the challengers.
How did he get here?
Jinhyuk unknowingly failed to store his magical power.
