"No need," John said, glancing at the players trailing behind. He even recognized a few familiar faces, like Aron.
He didn't consider these people a threat at all.
Ritchie establishing a city? These players could serve as free advertising.
In the forest, monsters occasionally appeared, attacking the players.
John's formidable strength was evident as no monster could withstand his magic attacks.
The soldiers behind him were astonished, whispering among themselves, speculating about John's identity.
"Who is this freak?"
"You don't know? He's the top-ranked Godslayer, the Wrath of the Gods Mage!"
"He's Godslayer?"
The crowd buzzed with excitement, their curiosity about John growing.
"Why does the captain call him boss? Is he more powerful than the captain?"
Several of Ritchie's admirers eyed John with suspicion.