The Guild Hall was as lively as ever—adventurers bartering over loot, clerks processing paperwork, and the occasional laughter of rowdy explorers fresh from the Dungeon.
Seated across from Eina Tulle, Orcbolg remained still. His steel helmet reflected the dim lantern light, concealing his face entirely.
It was something Eina had quickly noticed about him. He never took it off.
Even now, inside the safety of the Guild, he sat fully armored, his gaze hidden behind the visor.
Eina sighed, adjusting her glasses. "You're requesting monster information?"
He nodded. "Weaknesses. Habits."
She hesitated. "Most adventurers ask for Dungeon maps, profitable routes, or how to avoid dangerous floors. You want… details?"
"Yes."
His tone was even, calm—like he was discussing something as ordinary as the weather.
Eina stared for a moment before rubbing her temples. "...Alright. Which monsters are you focusing on?"
"All of them."
She blinked. "Every monster in the Dungeon?"
"Yes."
There was no hesitation in his voice. No arrogance. Just a statement of fact.
Eina sighed again. "This is going to take a while."
Monster Analysis
Eina pulled out several books and documents, flipping through them. "Alright, let's start with common ones."
Orcbolg listened intently, taking notes as she spoke.
Goblin: Weak, often found in small groups. Best targets: throat, spine, head.
Killer Ant: Tough carapace. Weak at neck joints and underbelly. If one survives, it emits pheromones to call reinforcements.
Needle Rabbit: Agile. Sensitive hearing—loud noises can disrupt its movements.
War Shadow: Blind. Tracks movement through vibrations. Throwing objects can mislead it.
His hand moved steadily across the page, recording each detail.
Eina glanced at him between explanations. He was methodical. Focused.
It reminded her of someone.
"You know," she mused, "you remind me of Ais Wallenstein. She also focuses entirely on improving her combat ability."
Orcbolg didn't respond.
Instead, he pointed at another entry. "More."
Eina sighed, shaking her head with a small smile. "Alright, alright."
She continued explaining. And he continued learning.
Because to him, knowledge was the key to survival.