Chapter 11: Intense Battle
As Ren led the group of goblins deeper into the forest, he knew he had to create a distraction to help Von infiltrate the goblin hideout.
The sun was setting, casting long shadows, and his heart raced as he realized he was about to face a horde of goblins.
The goblins were in hot pursuit, growling and armed with crude weapons. Ren used his speed and agility to stay ahead of them, leading them through the dense forest.
He waited behind a tree, and as the first goblin approached, he attacked, swiftly taking it down with his short sword.
The goblins began to catch on and approached more carefully, but Ren was too quick for them.
He moved among the trees, avoiding their arrows and striking them down one by one. His precise strikes and evasive maneuvers began to wear down the goblin horde.
At one point, a goblin lunged at him, but Ren dodged and kicked it into its companions, causing chaos among the goblins.
With determination, Ren continued to fight, and the goblins, overwhelmed, began to retreat.
Ren stood victorious, his heart racing with the thrill of battle. He had successfully created the distraction, and now it was up to Von to complete his mission and confront the Goblin King.
As Von stealthily made his way into the central area of the goblin hideout, he found himself surrounded by a tense silence.
His heart pounded in his chest, and his senses were on high alert. He knew that he needed to locate the Goblin King and confront this formidable adversary.
Von sneaked into the central area of the goblin hideout, where it was eerily quiet.
He knew he had to find and defeat the Goblin King, but he also realized it wouldn't be an easy task.
The cave was dimly lit, and goblin voices could still be heard in the distance as they pursued Ren.
As he moved silently among the rocky pillars and makeshift shelters, he overheard the goblins talking and the clinking of their weapons.
Suddenly, he spotted a goblin guard with its back turned. Von acted swiftly, disabling the goblin without a sound.
To achieve this, Von employed his unique skills. First, he used his Shadow Step ability to move with incredible speed and silence.
This allowed him to approach the guards without being detected, quickly closing the gap between him and his targets.
Additionally, he utilized his Dream Walker's Insight skill. This extraordinary skill granted him enhanced perception and allowed him to anticipate the guards' movements and reactions, ensuring his silent takedowns were executed with perfect timing.
With each guard that fell to Von's expert and stealthy approach, he inched closer to the Goblin King.
The tension in the central chamber grew with every passing moment, and the Goblin King remained oblivious to the impending threat.
The horde continued to chase him. The goblins were getting more aggressive and called for reinforcements.
Ren had to think fast to create the diversion needed for Von's mission.
Amid the chase, Ren used his Elemental Spell: Wind skill. A powerful gust of wind swept through the forest, kicking up leaves and debris.
This disoriented the goblins, making it harder for them to aim their arrows accurately.
Taking advantage of the chaos, Ren moved with incredible speed and precision, slashing through the goblins one by one.
His blades were like lightning, and the goblins couldn't react in time.
But the goblins weren't giving up. They called for more backup, and their numbers grew. Ren knew he had to step up his game.
He unleashed his Elemental Spell: Wind again, creating a whirlwind. The goblins were thrown off balance and sent flying in all directions.
Ren continued to dance through the forest, dodging arrows, and using his whirlwind strikes to keep the goblins at bay. With each strike, more goblins fell.
The forest had become his battleground, and he fought like a true master, ensuring that Von could proceed with his mission to confront the Goblin King.
As Von successfully dealt with the guards, he readied himself to confront the unaware Goblin King.
"I can finally test my new sword." Von said with determination.
As Von approached the Goblin King, he was determined to test his new sword and push his limits.
He knew he had to make the first strike count. With a swift and silent movement, he activated his Shadow Strike skill, infusing his sword with dark energy for increased damage.
The blade sliced through the air, aimed at the Goblin King's heart. The goblin leader, caught off guard, barely had time to react. Von's attack struck true, and the Goblin King let out a roar of pain.
But Von wasn't done.
With his Dream Walker's Insight skill, he anticipated the Goblin King's retaliatory move. The king swung a heavy club in response, but Von skillfully stepped aside, narrowly avoiding the attack.
With the Goblin King momentarily off balance, Von used his Shadow Step skill to position himself behind the goblin leader.
The king, disoriented and in pain, struggled to react as Von prepared for his next strike.
As Von executed his Shadow Step skill to position himself behind the Goblin King, the goblin leader was left disoriented and confused.
Without hesitation, Von employed his Ebon Chain to immobilize the Goblin King, rendering him unable to wield his club.
Seizing the opportunity, Von delivered another powerful strike to the Goblin King. However, the Goblin King's roar had an immobilizing effect on Von, leaving him unable to move for a brief 10 seconds.
In this vulnerable moment, the Goblin King swung his club at Von, believing he had won.
But the Goblin King was in for a surprise. Von had a Necrotic Shield that absorbed the attack, saving him from harm.
The Goblin King wrongly assumed he had defeated Von, but Von swiftly leaped onto the Goblin King's club and, with his remarkable agility, sprinted toward the goblin leader.
With a final, mighty strike, Von used his Shadow Strike skill to infuse his sword with dark energy, channeling all his strength into the blow, ultimately bringing an end to the Goblin King's reign.
As Von stood there, panting and still feeling the rush of adrenaline from the intense battle, a system window appeared, notifying him that he had successfully completed the hidden quest to infiltrate the hideout and slay the Goblin King.
[System Message]
Hidden Quest Completed: Infiltrate the Goblin's Hideout and Defeat the Goblin King.
Congratulations, brave adventurer! You have successfully completed the hidden quest to infiltrate the goblin's hideout and vanquish the notorious Goblin King. Your courage and skills have brought peace to the realm.
Rewards Earned:
Experience Points (XP): +1000
Gold Coins: +1000
Goblin King's Crown (Rare Item)
In the party, if one of the members finishes the quest, even though you are just nearby, you will also be able to complete the quest.
"Yes! I knew you could do it, Von. I guess it's time for me to step up my game," Ren said after seeing the hidden quest message completed.
With the Goblin King defeated and the hidden quest completed, Ren could finally turn his full attention to the goblins pursuing him.
Without their leader, the goblins' morale had crumbled, and Ren swiftly wiped them out one by one.
He was no longer a distraction and could focus on eliminating the pursuing goblins with precision and determination.