Episode 85
Samrodu Tetsu of Japan.
In his hideout, which was starting to collapse, two players were trying to kill each other.
It was Taehyeon and Xu Xin.
'Until the building completely collapses... 'Is it about 3 minutes?'
Taehyun checked the time while hearing screams coming from all directions.
By now, Ryohei Isaka, who had come with us, would have acted as bait and escaped.
Taehyun, now out of hiding, took out two magic potions that he had kept on his belt.
He threw one of them to Xu Xin.
Wow.
A potion bottle with the Alchemist's guild mark.
Xu Xin looked at the mark and growled.
"What are we going to do?"
"It's a magic potion. Drink it."
"under."
Unlike Xu Xin, who is dumbfounded.
Taehyun drank the potion without taking his eyes off him.
After a few skill attacks, my magical power, which had been low, quickly rose.
on the other way.
Kwasik.
The potion that exploded in Xu Xin's grasp shattered and flowed down his hand.
"He's going to die soon."
Xu Xin aimed the Death Side at Tae Hyeon.
"You only live with your mouth."
Huh.
Taehyun avoided the attack with perfect timing and used the skill.
[Skill Knight King's Awe (B) has been activated. Specifies the target.]
[Skill Binding Chain (B) has been activated. Specifies the target.]
[Skill Paralysis (B) has been activated. Specifies the target.]
Druddudduddduk.
The three demons who were watching the battle between the two players swallowed their silence.
The skill that seemed to have weakened for a while regained its strength.
Magical control to the extent that the power that bound them is not released.
At the same time, we are dealing with Xu Xin of the national power level.
'How much magical power does that guy have?'
Tetsuro, who had been watching the battle while trapped, even felt a sense of awe.
A low-class S class that is considered a wall by average players.
A stat of 100 is required to even cross that threshold.
There is no need to even mention the S-class upper level.
The two subordinates who were helpless along with him had their speed and stamina stats exceeding 140, respectively.
'They say he's a growth-type awakener… I never thought it would be like this... .'
Not all growth awakeners reach S rank, and the speed of growth varies greatly.
In that respect, Taehyun's unusual growth rate was unprecedented even in the history of players.
'But it's too much for someone who is still resting.'
That was the conclusion I came to after watching the short battle.
"Are you a talented person again?!"
Xu Xin shouted and swung Death Scythe once again.
Just like Samurai Kenji Miyazaki's skill 'Two-step'.
'Death Side' began to destroy Taehyun's skills one by one.
The difference is that, unlike the samurai, who used up a huge amount of mental power.
Xu Xin was simply wielding his power.
It was the result of a combination of strength exceeding 200 and Death Scythe, which was stronger than a unique item.
[Skill Knight King's Awe (B) is canceled due to the opponent's resistance.]
[Skill Paralysis (B) is canceled due to the opponent's resistance.]
[Skill Binding Chain (B) is canceled due to the opponent's resistance.]
Taehyun clicked his tongue as he watched Xu Xin canceling skills one after another.
'It's a monster, it's a monster.'
As long as that scythe existed, the skill 'Complete Hypnosis' was also likely to be canceled.
And when you see the power of skill.
'The risk to me if it is canceled is fatal.'
Taehyun didn't really want to take that risk.
There was only one conclusion.
'We still need to get a little more excited.'
Before I knew it, Xu Xin, who had cut three skills in a row, had narrowed the distance between him and Tae Hyeon.
"Is it barely this much!! "There are no more hidden skills!!!"
When Xu Xin was shouting and was about ten steps away from Tae Hyeon.
Taehyun threw the broken talisman at his face.
Kyaang.
Xu Xin casually moved Death Said and blocked it.
Taehyun used another skill.
[Skill Stone Skin (B) has been activated. Skill level has increased.]
[Skill Stealth (B) has been activated. Skill level has increased.]
Each time the cooldown took place, the time was shortened with a fatigue potion.
As if it was worth continuing to use, the skill proficiency increased.
'Nice timing.'
Quad deuk.
Ssssssut.
Taehyun, who hid himself, got away from Xu Xin and prepared for the next attack.
It was Xu Xin who was embarrassed.
The feeling of the national power level is more sensitive than anyone else.
It was Taehyun's hiding that was easily caught just a little while ago.
Now it has completely disappeared.
'The kid is showing off his tricks again!!'
When you think you have it all, it slips out of your hands.
Xu Xin, who had high pride in his own skills, was so angry that he was on the verge of going crazy.
It's clear that you're the one pushing it.
Taehyun's eyes still have that of a predator.
Wow.
'A guy from a small country doesn't even know the topic… !!'
Huh.
Swinging Deathside wide.
Xu Xin started looking for Tae Hyeon.
On the other hand, I gritted my teeth wondering what would happen if Taehyun ran away.
Taehyun, who used stealth, was watching from a distance.
gulp. gulp.
He has already emptied a bottle of magic potion and is preparing for the next attack.
Druddudduddduk.
Aslan in Taehyun's hand began to tremble.
'Is this the limit for rare grade items?'
As I looked at Aslan, whose magic power of predation had reached its limit, I unconsciously became a bitter expression.
A much more primal power than the skill called 'weapon enhancement'.
In that the power is amplified depending on the user's magical power, it can produce more power than the skill.
It was inevitable that the durability of the weapon would be reduced to that extent.
And Taehyun now.
Aslan had just infused magical power to the limit he could endure.
'You've worked hard so far. 'Aslan.'
Clang.
So much so that even Taehyun's hands, hardened by 'Stone Skin', were shaking.
Aslan began to scream.
It was a magical power that could not be completely hidden even with skilled hiding.
"Is it there!!!"
Xu Xin, who identified Taehyeon's location, swung Death Scythe.
Whether it's a skill that strengthens the body or a sword that is infused with magical power.
It was an attack with the intention of tearing it apart.
but.
Kaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!
"… … !!"
With a loud noise, Xu Xin's Death Scythe broke.
"It finally broke. Damn scythe."
Likewise, Taehyun was released from hiding due to quite a bit of shock.
He held up the broken Aslan and raised the corners of his mouth.
* * *
"this… this… An insignificant brat... ."
Xu Xin trembled while holding the broken blade of Death Scythe.
Taehyun, who read those emotions, continued his provocation.
"I canceled a national power level skill with two rare items. "It won't be a loss."
Passsss.
In return for retaining the magical power of predation to its limit.
Aslan slowly oxidized in Taehyun's hands.
"You… No way… !!"
Xu Xin, who was already considered to be hot-tempered, was on the verge of going crazy.
There was a risk to the caster if the skill was cancelled.
In the case of Taehyun's use of 'paralysis', 'the spirit of the knight king', and 'chains of restraint', the consumption of magic power is accelerated.
'Stone Skin' and 'Stealth' have a short cooldown in addition to accelerating magic consumption.
It seemed light at first glance, but it was a loophole that could mean the difference between life and death during battle.
Considering that Taehyun's skill was rated B grade in the status window, this is a risk.
'If it's an S-level skill. 'I guess I can't use it for the time being.'
As Taehyun expected, an unfamiliar message window appeared before Xu Xin's eyes.
[Skill Deathside (S) has been cancelled. Skill use is prohibited for 22 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds.]
It was a humiliating message unbecoming of a national power player.
Taehyun took a deep breath as he saw that image in his eyes.
"ruler. "Let's start overtime."
* * *
Rumbling.
The building where Taehyun and Xuexin were standing tilted and hit a nearby building.
Thanks to this, we had a little more time before complete collapse.
It didn't seem like it would last long either.
The screams in Taehyun's ears grew louder.
"Hehehe… "It's ridiculous."
"… … ?"
"I never thought this Xu Xin would have his skills canceled by a half-baby like you."
Just like when it is implemented.
Death Scythe disappeared from Xu Xin's hand.
"I just canceled my skill. "Are you sure of victory?"
Taehyun drank the last magic potion, keeping Xu Xin in check, who was emitting stronger fighting spirit than before.
The final puzzle piece to defeat him.
In order to put the pieces together, starting now was important.
'We must withstand that guy's power.'
While concentrating my mind so that the skill I was using on the three demons would not be released.
The moment Taehyun strengthens his will and empties about half a bottle of potion.
"I'll teach you the real reason why I'm called a god of great strength."
Xu Xin kicked his feet and approached Taehyun.
Similar speed. But a completely different power.
Xu Xin's fist began to destroy the surroundings.
Quang. Quang. Kwaaang.
The building, which had barely maintained its balance, began to shake again.
If this is the trend, 5 minutes to go.
Even the building next to it would completely collapse.
Huh!!
Taehyun, who let go of Xu Xin's fist, hit his face with the counter.
Although it was a fist with 'stone skin' and over 100 strength.
Only a little blood splattered from Xu Xin's nose.
'Does this kid have items wrapped around his face?'
The moment I instinctively thought that way.
Xu Xin's fist aimed at Taehyun's face again.
This time, it was a distance that I had no choice but to guard.
Kwaaang.
Taehyun's body bounced roughly like a pin hit by a bowling ball.
'Tsk… .'
I felt a different pain than before through my guarded right arm.
'It's not broken... 'Is there a crack?'
If it weren't for the stamina stat approaching 200 and Stone Skin's increased proficiency, it would have broken or broken.
Even a moment of mistake can cost you your life.
Cold sweat running down my spine and suffocating tension.
In it.
Sigh.
A smile spread across Taehyun's lips.
Tiring.
[Stamina has increased by 1.]
Perhaps because he recognized Taehyun's feelings, a nice message window popped up for the first time in a long time.
4 minutes and 30 seconds until the building collapses.
Taehyun stood up and rushed at Xu Xin.
'If you don't have a weapon, if you don't have a hand.'
Quang.
Taehyun approached and hit his head.
"Ugh… This crazy guy... !!"
Xu Xin, who was shouting, violently slammed his head back as if he couldn't lose.
Kwaaang.
There was a sound that could hardly be attributed to a head-to-head collision.
Quang.
Quang.
Quang.
Kwaaang.
How many more times did it hit me like that?
Before we knew it, the two men's faces were covered in flowing blood.
Nevertheless.
Only Taehyun's eyes were still alive.
I had my skill canceled by a player who I thought was one step below me, from a country I thought was a small country.
As if that wasn't enough, they even got into a dog fight and their bodies were completely ruined.
In the life of Xu Xin, who lived for quite a long time.
There was no embarrassment like this.
"Kaaaa!! The kid... !! "I'll crush your skull!!!"
Xu Xin screamed and raised his fist.
Whoa!!!
Xu Xin's fist passed through the area where Taehyeon was, as if it were a sword.
'Now is the time.'
Tiring.
[Skill Complete Hypnosis (B) has been activated. Specify the target. Concentrate your magical power.]
Taehyun's red eyes met Xu Xin's eyes, which were shaking and losing their senses.
and.
"Commit suicide. Rest."
At Taehyun's words, something unbelievable happened.