Chapter 107
“Huh?!”
“No way…!”
Luka, the Red-eyed Magic Swordsman, groaned as he looked at the reward calculation results.
“Has there ever been such an absurd result before?”
“Of course not.”
Delilah shook her head.
This was a first.
Usually, the gap between 1st and 2nd place was, at most, around 10%.
However, Joo Donghoon’s score was 99%.
Although not disclosed to the participants, it was exactly 98.1315667%.
A bizarrely high number.
‘Well, it’s inevitable, I guess.’
He handled the Toxin Mist alone.
No, is “handled” even the right word to describe it?
Wouldn’t “tamed” be a more accurate wording?
“Hoo, I didn’t know that what I half-expected would really become a reality…”
“We may be witnessing the birth of a hunter of the century with our own eyes, Delilah.”
Just as they were calming their racing hearts and reading the information floating on the hologram.
Beep! Beep! Beep!
Suddenly, a beep sounded from the hologram screen, and golden letters began to appear.
“What’s this?”
“Reward! It’s the sound of the reward being calculated!”
“Reward, you say…!”
It was Joo Donghoon’s reward.
Moreover, Joo Donghoon had even purchased Probability from the VIP store!
Their eyes hurriedly turned to the text.
And the content was…
[Selecting a reward.]
[Congratulations!]
[★☆AWE to the SOME!☆★]
[You have acquired a ‘??? Rank Gift Box’.]
The [AWE to the SOME!] mark, which was the first time since the Trial Dungeon opened.
The shimmering letters sparkled like diamonds.
“T, this is…”
“Crazy! What rank is that?”
“You know by now. Asking me won’t help.”
“Ah, that’s… right.”
“Yes, it’s a rank that even I, who created the dungeon, am seeing for the first time.”
“Hoo, what is this?”
Luka didn’t understand the situation.
He knew that SS-Rank items had appeared a few times.
The fact that the weapons of the rankers in the top 10 were SS-Rank or higher was something that most rankers knew.
‘But SSS-Rank…’
Of course, he had heard that someone had tried it in this dungeon.
It was such a famous incident that he knew about this incident, even if he didn’t know anything else.
‘Jang Dae-woong.’
That crazy berserker.
He abandoned the confirmed S-Rank item he got as a Theme 1 reward.
And challenged the SSS-Rank with a 1% chance, which was two levels higher.
– Keuhahaha, a man only lives once!
He shouted and immediately went for the 1% chance.
It goes without saying, but a 1% chance with one opportunity is an extremely low probability.
It was obvious that he would [Poojik!] it away.
“But ???-Rank, not even SSS-Rank, and covering the 1% chance with an item? Haa, this… I can’t even say anything.”
In fact, he only found out about the existence of the VIP store this time.
In the first place, he had never seen anyone collect such ridiculous Trial Points.
The emergence of a new New Star who was breaking the existing mold.
“……”
“……”
Both Delilah and Luka were speechless for a moment.
* * *
“This is a ??? Rank Gift Box…?”
I hid behind a rock in the corner.
I didn’t want to attract aggro with a box that looked so good and mysterious.
‘It’s a little disappointing that I can’t see this with Old Man.’
But it can’t be helped.
There was still a lot of cooldown left to summon the elder.
I didn’t know when Theme 2 would start.
I couldn’t wait.
‘Old Man, sorry.’
After offering a sincere apology in my heart, I checked the item information again.
[Item: ??? Rank Gift Box]
[Rank: ???]
[Type: Box]
[Description: Open it. The item you need most will appear.]
[Effect 1: Acquires a ??? Rank item.]
A simple explanation.
I didn’t know what rank ??? was yet.
Suddenly, this thought came to mind.
‘How much would this sell for?’
Not S-Rank, not SS-Rank, not SSS-Rank.
A box that gives you an unknown rank item that has never appeared in the world before.
‘Tch, who would believe this.’
I’d be lucky if I didn’t get called a crazy scammer.
Even if there was an SS-Rank, the world would be in an uproar.
Who would believe that there is a rank above that?
But, what if.
Just maybe.
What if there was a world that recognized its value?
‘I don’t know what it is.’
It would be an item that could never be valued in money.
An item that all the rich people in the world would rush to get, but couldn’t.
A value that cannot be expressed in words.
I’m about to open that item now.
What does this damn system think is the item I need most?
With a strange sense of anticipation.
Flap!
I opened the box.
[Opening the ‘??? Rank Gift Box’.]
Drdrdrdr!
It was then that the box vibrated with a mysterious light.
Amplified energy that only I could see, but no one else.
A full-fledged item was about to be summoned.
[Item selection has begun!]
[The Gift Box recognizes that you do not have an exclusive weapon!]
My exclusive weapon?
In fact, I didn’t bother using weapons.
After all, my unique ability is Necromancer.
My subordinates would take care of the fight, and all I needed was a staff.
So, if I got or made an S-Rank weapon, I would give it all to my subordinates.
‘I don’t think I need an exclusive weapon right now…’
Of course, that’s just my opinion.
The system’s thoughts may be different.
Originally, wasn’t the ‘exclusive weapon’ the item that hunters generally considered the most important?
Eh, no way.
Still?
[The item is determined to be an exclusive weapon!]
“Damn it.”
Why is it that my uneasy feeling is never wrong?
‘Still.’
It’s not the worst situation.
If it’s SSS-Rank, it will still show off ridiculous cheat abilities.
It’s still worth looking forward to.
[Searching for a weapon you can use!]
[Selecting a weapon to match the range of weapons you can use!]
[Beep! Beep! Beep! Beep!]
[There are too many weapons you can use!]
Huh?
This was another unexpected sound.
Ah, that’s right.
I have the Ten Thousand Arts.
The goal of Ten Thousand Arts is to master all the weapons that exist in the world.
Of course, I have to be able to use all the weapons.
That’s why there are so many weapons I can use.
“……”
My hands were sweating profusely.
Indeed.
Will inheriting the will of Ten Thousand Arts work to my disadvantage or advantage here?
[According to Probability, searching the world.]
[Searching for an item.]
[……………ing.]
The light emanating from the box became even more intense.
It was so intense that it was hard to open my eyes.
I even felt a stinging heat in my hand.
Kugugugu!
The vibration also changed more violently than before.
It felt as if a huge demon was trapped inside the box.
“……”
Indeed.
What are you going to give me that you’re taking so long?
Gulp!
The moment I swallowed and waited.
[Ting!]
[Item found!]
Finally, the vibration of the box, which had been shaking like crazy, stopped.
The mysterious light that had been emitted also faded.
And what appeared in my hand was…
“What is this?”
I tilted my head.
Because what was on my hand was not a weapon, but a lump of light.
A light that was burning red.
I immediately checked the item information.
[Item: Sealed Spirit of Seven Essences (1/7)]
[Rank: God-Slaying Grade]
[Type: Weapon]
[Description: Fragments of the Seven Essences that even the gods of the beginning feared. The seal will be released when all the essences of all attributes are collected. Currently, it contains the Essence of Fire.]
[Effect 1: Transforms into the form desired by the user.]
[Effect 2: Absolutely indestructible.]
[Effect 3: Uses the power of the collected essences.]
[Effect 4: Increases energy by 1,000.]
“……?”
I was speechless for a moment.
No, what is this?
God-Slaying Grade?
Not even God Grade, but God-Slaying?
An essence that even God fears?
I was confused.
Humanity hasn’t even properly grasped the dungeon yet.
What is God again?
Indeed, was there a being called God in a place I didn’t know about?
‘Anyway.’
It was definitely an amazing item, regardless.
No.
Beyond just the rank.
Also, beyond the energy of 1,000.
It was the perfect item for me.
Because the performance of Effect 1 had a very special meaning to me.
‘It said it transforms into the form desired by the user, right?’
[The Essence of Fire laughs as if to say that’s right.]
“Huh?”
What is this again?
The weapon is laughing?
I was momentarily flustered.
Sssst!
At the same time, the shape of the weapon changed naturally.
The beautiful figure of a magnificent spear that anyone could see.
[The Essence of Fire tells you to think of the weapon you want again.]
“Heo-heo.”
I let out a hollow laugh.
No way.
Wasn’t this an Ego Weapon that had only been passed down in novels!
I thought of Eldrin as the voice told me to.
Then.
A fancy bow that looked expensive was in my hand.
Sssst!
Also, when I thought of Bone One, it turned into a sleek sword.
Is this really a God-Slaying Grade weapon?
It reacted immediately according to my will.
As if the subconscious was giving orders from the brain through the nerves.
Also, as if it knew my physical condition better than anyone else, it changed into a very comfortable form to hold.
The weight was also appropriate.
Not too heavy, not too light.
A weapon just for me.
“Not bad.”
Wouldn’t the elder be jealous and lament if he saw it?
It was that good.
[The Essence of Fire laughs cutely.]
“……”
Something huge.
I felt a little uncomfortable with the feeling of watching a weak chick cutely.
“By the way, who are you? No, what are you?”
I called the essence.
But the voice who answered well is now silent.
“Huh? Who are you? Hey? Answer me…”
I called him dozens of times.
I swung the weapon, but he completely ignored me.
What is this?
It seems like he only answers when he feels like it.
It seemed like it would take some time to figure out the existence of the essence.
But there was nothing wrong with the weapon’s performance.
It changed immediately when I thought of the desired shape.
Well, that’s enough for now.
“Hoo.”
When I briefly put away the weapon, I heard a commotion in the center again.
“So who’s the first place?”
“What’s the first place reward? If it’s 99%, he must have received a huge reward, right?”
“Let’s see his face!”
After receiving the reward, the curiosity that I had put aside for a while seemed to have exploded again.
Anyway, when Theme 2 starts, everyone will know that I’m in first place.
‘For now.’
There was still something I had to do.
[Item: A-Rank Random Box]
[Rank: A]
[Type: Box]
[Description: A box where A-Rank items appear randomly.]
[Effect 1: A-Rank items appear regardless of type.]
[Item: S-Rank Random Box]
[Rank: S]
[Type: Box]
[Description: A box where S-Rank items appear randomly.]
[Effect 1: S-Rank items appear regardless of type.]
Opening these two.
Delilah or whatever.
She seemed to like random boxes a lot.
‘Let’s open it for now.’
I opened the A-Rank Random Box first.
[Opening the ‘A-Rank Random Box’.]
[Acquired ‘Top-Grade Potion’ (A-Rank).]
‘Top-Grade Potion, huh.’
Not bad.
It doesn’t sell for as much as a weapon, but it can still make a decent amount of money for a potion.
I stashed it in the corner of my bag.
Anyway, as long as Bone Seven is there, I’ll hardly ever use it.
‘Next.’
I immediately opened the next box.
Did I open the God-Slaying Grade, so now I don’t feel anything even with S-Rank?
‘Still.’
If it’s S-Rank, it’s still worth looking forward to.
Please.
Something good.
I waited for the rising light to subside.
[Opening the ‘S-Rank Random Box’.]
[Acquired ‘Behemoth’s Bone Shield’ (S-Rank).]
“Oh, Bone Shield?”
If it’s an S-Rank shield, it’s perfect for our Bone Four.
Besides, isn’t the name Bone Shield?
It’s a perfect match for him.
“Jackpot?”
Hehe, I smiled and checked the item information.
[Item: Behemoth’s Bone Shield]
[Rank: S]
[Type: Shield]
[Description: A shield made of the bones of the ancient demon Behemoth. It boasts amazing performance.]
[Effect 1: Strength increased by 30.]
[Effect 2: 10% chance to completely ignore basic attacks. (This effect does not stack with other effects.)]
[Effect 3: Damage reduction effect 50%. (This effect does not stack with other effects.)]
[Effect 4: Energy increased by 50.]
“Wow.”
As expected of S-Rank, it had amazing performance.
I summoned Bone Four and handed it to him.
Clatter, squeak!
He nodded his head, saying thank you.
“Thank you, I’m sorry for preparing it so late.”
Lately, I’ve only been talking to Sunny, Dmir, and Eldrin.
I haven’t been paying attention to them.
Bone One too.
Bone Five too.
These guys are also grateful guys who saved me from the orcs in the past.
I was proudly watching him, who was happy to hold up the new weapon.
[Reward calculation is complete.]
[Starting Theme 2.]
[Senior examiner appears.]
A message appeared announcing the beginning of Theme 2.