Surviving as a Barbarian in the Game - Episode 125
125stagnant water (4)
It is often said that humans are social animals..
I don't know who first said it, but it's a very appropriate metaphor..
It may not be as primitive as animals, but humans also judge others based on first impressions..
To be respected you need to not be looked down on..
Even more so if you are a transfer student caught in the middle..
“you… … What now……?”
The fox mask asks back as if he had misheard..
Meanwhile, the other masks are just watching the situation with interest..
It's a type of reporting.
Depending on what actions I take here, the first impression will be determined..
thus—
“You, try talking one more time..”
Face the fox mask that is glaring at you with a ferocious force, and make sure it is imprinted so that there is no mistaking it..
“The person who recommended me here is you.—”
“What kind of bastards are there??!”
Crazy guy, crazy bastard, idiot, etc..
I decided that no matter what I heard, it would be better than giving a weak image..
However, I didn't expect this much..
“hey you.”
The moment when a sharp blue eye light appeared through a gap in the fox mask..
‘……It's a strange feeling.’
The vivid murderous intent felt through my skin makes my skin tingle..
Not a description, really..
Feeling a threat to my life, my heart is pounding and goosebumps appear..
This is a world where physical force itself does not exist, so how is this possible??
Fortunately, there was information about this phenomenon..
‘This is the technology.’
It's my first time experiencing it myself, but it's definitely the technique that Baekho Lee taught me earlier..
A spiritual world that operates with clear will and thinking, something that can only be used within Ghostbusters..
It's not particularly useful, but it's good for scaring newbies..
“Let me say the same thing one more time?”
Soon, the fox mask increases its killing density and asks me once again. It seems like I can see a cold, twisted mockery behind the mask..
so that…….
“me, me, me…….”
I stutter again.
eat.
I heard laughter.
It's not a fox mask, it's someone else's..
Some newbie who didn't know how high the sky was was jumping around and lowering his tail, so it must have looked quite funny..
“Why can't I do it? It was running smoothly earlier, but?”
Is my heart properly damaged??
The fox mask's murderous nature becomes more and more intense, as if there is no intention to look at it at all..
Of course there was no problem.
“Oh no… … I, that, that, that’s not it.…….”
“Tell me. Clearly, clearly, without missing a word.”
“What the heck.”
I decided to stop acting like an asshole at this point..
“The person who recommended me here was your mom. But, is there a problem??”
“what… … what……?”
The fox mask looked very puzzled by my sudden change in attitude..
“No, you're clearly covered in thoughts, aren't you? How on earth……?”
Instead of answering, I raised my little finger and picked the ear hole that had been tickling earlier..
It seemed like the others had already figured out what was going on..
“This is definitely an interesting situation..”
“Newbie, that’s the end of joking, right? It's a little too much.”
“It's impressive, but that kind of attitude is bound to make enemies. Ryan.”
I whetted my appetite after hearing each person's comments..
A funny guy, a cocky guy, a pathetic guy.
That's exactly what I heard. Their evaluation of my concept quality. Well, I did my best to create an image by even directing..
‘Yeah, there's nothing surprising about this..’
Well, if you think about it, it’s natural..
Isn’t this a club with a famous reputation?.
Just because you calmly endured a life-threatening blow, it would be a far cry from receiving special treatment..
“How dare you mock me……?”
The fox mask, who realized belatedly that I was acting like an asshole, reacted rather harshly.…….
Well, the first impression of me would be that of an annoying guy..
Therefore, I closed my eyes and recalled the conversation I had with Baekho Lee..
[You want me to shoot you once in my life? Hey, no. If I do it wrong, will you get mentally ill? Since this is using the will, the stronger the mental power, the stronger the power.…….]
The power of killing energy is proportional to mental power..
Please note that mental strength here refers to real mental strength, not numerical strength..
[That's why it's said to be for stagnant water only. If you kill a lot and overcome death as if you were eating a meal, your mental power will inevitably become stronger. Well, there are some people who are just born with it..]
Then what about me?.
Well, just give it a try and you'll see.
I couldn't actually use it because Baekho Lee didn't have time, but I don't think it would be too difficult..
[First, I'll tell you how to use it. No, actually there is no way.…….]
Baekho Lee said.
In order to unleash vitality, you first need to hypnotize yourself..
[Think of it as an enemy. An enemy that must be killed and defeated.]
Coincidentally, self-hypnosis is one of my specialties.
“Hey, people are talking… … place…….”
When I opened my eyes, the fox mask that caught my eye froze in shock and snorted as if it was ridiculous..
“Ha, now I call it revenge.”
It worked properly, but it doesn't seem to be very powerful..
Therefore, focus more and more on your thoughts..
“It's childish.”
These are goblins.
bastards trying to kill me.
Yeah, the enemy that threatens my life.
“I just apologize. I was trying to get ahead of you, so as long as you apologize properly, I won't have any hard feelings about this..”
I hypnotize myself by imagining running out and blowing off his head with a mace..
Then there was a moment.
‘uh?’
A feeling arises as if something is falling out of my head. A strange sensation that I experienced for the first time in my life, clearly different from pain..
“No, pride is as good as an apology.—”
The fox mask that was scolding me suddenly stops talking..
And it's as hard as a stone and doesn't move.
As if caught by something invisible and unable to move..
“……!”
The emotions in those wide-open eyes were also familiar to me..
What my enemies only saw at the end.
The look you made when you saw the mace hitting your head..
‘Wow, I didn't know it would be this effective..’
Although I felt puzzled, I looked around to confirm..
The three who were suspicious of the fox mask's actions showed a clear reaction every time we made eye contact..
Sreuk.
The deer antler mask that was resting on the pillar moved its hand to the waist where the sword should have been..
He was a guy who thought I was arrogant..
Swish.
The crescent moon mask closed its eyes as if avoiding gaze..
He was the guy who looked at me pitifully..
“……Oh, I didn't say anything.?”
The yellow clown mask waved its hand in an exaggerated manner and stepped back..
He was the one who thought I was just a funny guy..
‘what?’
Seeing such a strong reaction makes me more suspicious than happy..
Why? Why is it so effective??
No time was given to think calmly..
Jijit.
It feels like my brain is being squeezed like a wet towel..
I feel mentally tired, as if I've been sleeping for three days and nights..
I instinctively realized.
You only have a few seconds left to stay in barbarian survival mode..
‘Fuck, I didn't say anything like this..’
I hurriedly stared at the fox mask..
The fox mask was trembling..
“Stop, please. Any more, I'm in danger too…….”
I just looked at her without saying a word, and soon she began to beg desperately..
At that time, the mode of living with good timing ended..
“Whoop……!”
A fox mask that takes long breaths like a person buried underwater..
I was convinced when I saw her flinch when she made eye contact with me..
‘I don't know what it was, but thanks to you, it worked out well..’
The image I wanted to create as soon as I knew there was an atmosphere that ostracizes newbies..
I succeeded in becoming a crazy person who shouldn't be messed with..
***
“……How can you make such a fuss just because you thought about it once? The future will be difficult.”
The silence that had covered the hall disappeared with the sound of deer antlers chanting..
“Pihi, it was still an enjoyable experience. How many more deaths do I have to kill before I can do something like this??”
When the clown glanced at me with strange eyes.
rattly!
The four doors connected to the room closed all at once..
To be honest, I was really surprised, but I'm glad I didn't show it..
It was just that admission time was over..
“It's already time like this.”
“This time, the four of us... No, this is the end of the five of us..”
Since everyone was seated, I also sat down anywhere. However, before the rally began in earnest, questions were asked towards me..
Unlike before, it wasn't a question that asked about identity..
“Ryan, this may be your first time attending this meeting. I just saw you live and wondered if you were an early member... … The lion mask was always on the wall..”
I nodded at Crescent Moon’s words..
Because there is nothing more meaningless than denying something when there is clear evidence..
It would seem cool to admit it instead..
“So what do you want to say??”
“……Have you met the Master? Oh, if you don't want to answer, just say no..”
Perhaps because of his crazy image, Crescent Moon's tone of voice was polite yet cautious..
Is this why people have to live like idiots??
A realization I would have lived my entire life without knowing if I had not become a barbarian..
“If you want something in return, I will give it to you. It may be difficult to satisfy you, but.”
“That's it, what made you think I met the Master??”
I answered arrogantly.
That's because I don't even know who the master is.
“that… … That sounds a bit strange. I'm a newbie who came in a year after the master disappeared, so it wouldn't be natural to think that way.?”
“So Mr. Fox tried to attack with a gun on his back, but he was defeated.?”
As the clown mutters to himself, the fox mask turns its head as if in shame..
‘I think master refers to the founder of this gathering..’
As I was combining the given information and putting it into my head, Crescent Moon spoke again..
“Haha, anyway, I thought so because it seemed like I knew a lot about this place even though it was my first time..”
Well, that's thanks to Baekho Lee, not the Master..
No, but what on earth is he??
I ended my thoughts thinking that I would gradually find out Lee Baek-ho's identity..
“So can you please answer my question? Suffice it to say, when and where you last saw the Master.—”
“the answer is no.”
“Phew, I see. I understand.”
The crescent moon neatly put aside its regrets and retreated..
If it looked like shit, I would have bothered to ask questions..
“Anyway, Master, it's okay, so why don't we get started soon??”
Unlike the three, the clown seemed to be not that interested in the Master's whereabouts, ending the conversation and announcing the start of the meeting..
I was glad I knew the rules in advance..
Because if I ask that question here and now, my mysterious image will definitely be shattered..
“Then let me do it first..”
The first turn was the clown who spoke first..
“King Lafdonia's condition worsened..”
A red light came on from the jewel embedded in the center of the round table..
This means that the above is true and half of the people at the round table know this..
“Worse, it seems like too comprehensive information..”
“Not everyone knows that the king's condition is serious. Please tell me something more useful..”
The fox and the crescent moon frown and scold the clown..
I just stayed still..
‘I didn't know…….’
The king is sick?
This is the first time. Because there were no such rumors circulating in the city. Well, it's funny that the king's health is being talked about on the streets..
“Wow, you don't know how important this is. It's pathetic.”
The clown glances at the fox and the crescent moon, then looks at me..
I'm sure you know what I mean.?
A look that seems to have this meaning.
“…….”
I just stayed still this time too.
Then we'll go halfway.
“The Commander of the Rose Knights died yesterday. how is it. You too will admit this?”
Soon, as the clown revealed the information again, there was a heavy silence within the round table..
“…Blood will flow in the palace.”
“Yeah, we should get ready too..”
No, who the fuck is the leader of the Rose Knights?.
Anyway, the green light came on from the gem, so I went straight to the next step..
This time it was a fox mask..
“Jagun Clan succeeded in subduing the 1st floor lord..”
“Hey, it was that friend of course.?”
“Fishit, the purchase post disappeared from the exchange. Where did you get the strategy from? I thought I would never catch it in my life.”
I stayed silent this time too.
Not because I don't know anything, but because that's my story..
‘The guys who caught were Jagun Clan..’
Even if you look for Amman in the city, you won't find anything other than the class monarch being summoned..
‘……Glad you came in.’
This time, the gem glowed green again, so it was the crescent moon's turn next..
“Hehe, probably no one knows this..”
“Just say it.?”
“When you activate the Hidden Piece on the Quiet Fairy Island, up to three ‘Ravganus’ will definitely appear..”
The fox and the deer horn were greatly surprised by the words of the crescent moon..
“This must be good news for those seeking the essence of Ravganus..”
“No, wait a minute. So what is the hidden piece??”
“Wouldn’t you have no conscience if you wanted that much at once? Anyway, now it's time for the next one... … huh?”
Crescent Moon, who was naturally about to take his turn, suddenly froze..
This is because the red light flows from the gem..
Unlike before, when anonymity was maintained, it was easy to infer who already knew the information..
Because the previous two people revealed that they didn't know..
“Crescent Moon, don’t be too discouraged. You probably don't know what you said?
As the clown threw out words of comfort, Crescent Moon sighed..
“Until now, all you had to do was know Clown, but now there's one more person added.…….”
I shrugged..
So who wants to tell me something that can be learned just by playing the game hard??
“You can tell me about that hidden piece.?”
“that… … I still have to keep it a secret..”
“Oh, then I have no choice but to be expelled today for the last time.—”
“Haha, what does that mean? I just meant that I was embarrassed because I felt like I had to reveal my bottom line..”
Soon, Crescent Moon sighed and brought out new information..
“They say they found traces of a ‘relic stealer’ among the fairies..”
A green light came from the gem, but the fox narrowed his eyes and raised an objection..
“You mean traces? Isn’t there too much information??”
“Information about the ‘Sacred Stealer’ that no one had any clue about. This alone is a top secret fact..”
“Hmm, okay. I'll admit it.”
“Mr. Crescent Moon, after all, you are from a fairy background.?”
The crescent moon's turn came to an end when the fox who raised the objection withdrew..
And everyone's eyes focused on me.
There were deer antlers left behind, but as I turned clockwise, it was naturally my turn..
‘I'm kind of nervous.’
Is it because of those expectant gazes??
Even though I have decided on useful information during the turn, the burden is growing for no reason..
If it was all information I knew, I would be embarrassed..
‘I guess I'll just throw in the obvious first..’
Wanting to maintain a mysterious image as much as possible, I selected information that was difficult for others to know..
“If three people catch a Vandemon, it will definitely drop Essence..”
As expected, the gems on the round table radiated green light..
but…….
“……The three of us are going to catch a half-demon.?”
Why are you surprised by that part??
Isn’t it easy with three people in cheat mode??
‘He's even easy to attack.…….’
I couldn't figure it out at all..
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