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Surviving as a Barbarian in the Game - Episode 77

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It's already been 15 days since I returned from the labyrinth alive..

In other words, there are about two weeks left until the portal opens in the dimensional plaza..

It's a bit hard to say I had a good rest..

As I was doing things I had to do every day like homework, time passed in vain..

Well, I'm not the only one who's been busy..

“Hahaha! Isn’t this the famous little Balkan, Bjorn, son of Yandel? If it’s okay today, I’ll have a drink downstairs later.—”

“I'm tired.”

2Except for the dwarf guy, who stayed like Hanryang all week, all members of Team Banpoon had a busy two weeks..

First of all, Rotmiller.

“Hmm, I think I get it now. How do I utilize the ability called Sixth Sense?.

During this expedition, he absorbed the essence of Mimic and devoted himself to training every day to get used to his new abilities..

Dwalki was also the same..

“……Oh, you mean me? Never mind. I just haven't slept for about two days..”

With his financial problems resolved, he reduced his sleeping time and learned new spells at the Magic Tower..

There was one time I was worried that the dwarf was pushing himself too hard.…….

“Who knows what will happen on the next expedition? You should prepare as much as possible when you can..”

It's amazing.

When did he become so proud??

I think it was a good thing I stayed on this team..

Although I consumed the essence of the Orc hero, I don't think it will hold me back if the overall leveling is achieved like this..

‘There will be no problem on the 4th floor from the next exploration..’

Growth is not limited to them.

Over the past two weeks, Missha and I have changed in many ways..

Let me start by saying…….

“Hahaha! Congratulations! You get tinnitus in 3 months and are promoted to level 6 explorer? I'm worried that I'll fall behind any time soon.!”

“If you're worried, why not at least try??”

“I'm still looking for a Noble Phantasm worth buying.!”

I was promoted to level 6 explorer a few days ago..

Contrary to expectations, it was impossible to go straight to level 5..

5There is a test for each level, and in order to take the test, it seems that you have to build up some kind of public value by solving requests received by the guild..

‘Huh, there was nothing like this in the game..’

Actually, complaining is a new thing for me now..

The game I played was set about 150 years ago. There must have been countless updates to this social system over a century..

Like the library that was only said to be under construction in the game..

“Oh, is that the new weapon you bought? Just looking at it makes you feel dependable?”

There were some upgrades in the equipment department as well..

First, I bought a new mace that I lost..

For reference, the price was 400,000 stones, more than twice the price previously used..

That's right, because there's more steel involved..

「Overall item level increases by +185.」

Overwhelming size and weight.

However, as the strength increased significantly this time, there was no problem in actual use..

“By the way, I think Ms. Karlstein said she was going to change her weapon to a new one. What happened to that??”

“Oh, that? I don't even want to talk, so ask him.”

In response to Dwalki's question, Misha pointed to me..

Well, I thought we were done with the complaining.…….

“I bought a double sword.”

I changed Misha's weapon a few days ago..

Lich's dual swords are about 70% the size of a standard long sword..

I got it from the blacksmith that Hikurod told me about for 550,000 stones..

“double sword?”

As the dwarf and Rotmiller mumbled at the same time, Misha thought it was time and whined..

“yes? It's strange even if you guys hear it?”

“Strange? There seems to be some misunderstanding..”

“Yes?”

“The reason I was surprised just now was because it was the same thought I had on my own before. I'm ambidextrous, so it's good to use both hands, but I wondered if there was a reason to insist on using a dagger..”

“……What do you mean??”

“You wouldn't know if it was a person. Aren’t the monsters we usually fight with? From now on, you will encounter many large monsters..”

In short, it was a bit disappointing that I used a short dagger in the past, but it turned out well..

Misha looked at the dwarf in confusion, as if the reaction was different from what he expected..

but…….

“It's a double sword... Definitely not a bad choice. We'll be tightly guarding the front lines anyway. Hahaha!”

The midget in the tank position was only satisfied with the news that the melee dealer had invested in all-ball..

Then Dwalki came forward..

“I'm not an expert on that, but I think it'll be difficult to get used to using two new weapons at once.…….”

“yes! That's exactly what I was trying to say! At this rate, I might get hit by a goblin on my next expedition.!”

Misha gained strength from Dwalki's agreement and glanced at me. But anyway, this is all I have to say..

“Then practice more. Don't get beaten up by goblins..”

I repeat, the easy way is the slow way..

It might be difficult to build proficiency with a new weapon now, but…….

In the game, the Freeze Dual Wield Swordsman was the most powerful melee dealer in the latter half of the game..

Because there is one item that is the number one item in Gaejigigi..

“Phew, I understand, so stop nagging me..”

“It's not nagging, it's advice for your future..”

“I mean, that's nagging..”

Soon, as I was arguing with Misha, Dwalki intervened without notice..

“But if you don't like it that much, you can just not change the weapon.?”

“Yes?”

“No, it's not. Bjorn isn't your parent, so why bother to do as he's told? To be honest, when I look at it from the side, it feels like I'm crossing a line and it's uncomfortable..”

Crossing the line?

Well, if you look at it from the side, it wouldn’t be wrong.…….

But there's one thing he doesn't know.

“Well, it’s not that I don’t like it that much. Although it is difficult now, there are definitely some advantages over using a dagger.…….”

“Yes, that's right?”

“Yeah, so don't say too much to Bjorn. Because I made the decision.”

I don't force anything on him..

Just strongly persuade with reasonable grounds..

***

“Then, from the next exploration, we can aim for the center of the 4th floor. Hahaha”

“If possible, when passing through the second floor, I would like to pass by a place I haven't been to yet..”

“Hmm, is it because of public values? If so, I guess I should check that route again..”

As we were eating and organizing our exploration plans, this week's regular meeting was quickly over..

Actually, it's not a meeting, it's more like a place where we meet once a week and talk about the current situation..

“Bjorn, let’s go together this time too.?”

“Isn’t the direction the same?.”

“Hmm, we've become a lot closer these days..”

Well, it seems to me that you and Dwalki have become closer. I ignored the dwarf's advice and left the bar with Misha..

“Oh right. Bjorn! The equipment I ordered last time was completed and I was told to come pick it up.?”

“It's late today, so I can go find it tomorrow..”

“But what on earth did I order that took so long??”

Oh, didn't I tell you?

“underpants.”

“Mmm, underpants……?”

Of course, these are not ordinary underpants..

If we are to be specific, it is an equipment part called ‘egg guard’ in slang among male explorers..

Simply put, it is a heart protector..

“I bought it at a slightly higher price because it had to be enchanted..”

“Eh, well, they even enchanted things like that.!”

“That's what it is?”

“Ugh, no, that’s not what I meant… … Well, it must have been difficult to find the right one, so it's not like I can't understand it.…….”

What does he say again?.

“Isn't it possible for me to be naked every time my body grows bigger?.”

Originally, the player's role was to consume the essence and set the equipment accordingly..

[After making clothes of the desired shape in preparation for [Giantization], I enchanted them with ‘Automatic Repair’, ‘Shape Transformation’, and ‘Acid Immunity’..

Those are the panties I want. No, there is no way that underpants are sold on the market..

For reference, the money spent here was about 900,000 stones..

“Ah, that's why I enchanted it. I again…….”

Misha takes a deep breath as if the misunderstanding has been resolved..

However, a strange voice asked me if I was curious about something..

“excuse me… So now that's the only thing you wear in the labyrinth.?”

“Yes.”

I answered confidently.

I said it was underpants because I didn't have a word to describe it, but in reality, it's closer to pants that go down to the thighs..

That thing that cyclists often wear.

Plus, it's not a sticky material but leather, so there's nothing to be embarrassed about..

Well, I haven't tried it on yet.…….

“…….”

I'm sure it will..

Am I not a barbarian??

Focusing on efficiency rather than emotion.

Anyway, as the two of us walked and chatted, we soon arrived at our accommodation..

“Then you go and sleep too..”

“Ugh, that's right. But if you go to pick up the equipment tomorrow, should I go with you?……?”

“Don't be tricked, just swing your sword while I'm gone..”

“I didn't do that to trick you.…….”

What's wrong with that?.

“It doesn’t have to be that way, I have somewhere to go alone tomorrow anyway..”

“alone? Where are you going??”

I answered briefly.

“go to a holy place.”

I made money, and I also acquired the essence of an Orc hero, which is the core of the training method..

So, it's time to slowly raise the level of the spirit imprint..

***

I woke up early in the morning and organized my household account book once more..

‘The mace, underpants, and dual swords together cost 1.85 million stones..’

[Blood of the Beast] purchased to increase Misha's soul water level is 2 million stones. The cost of enchanting ‘Acid Immunity’ on a breastplate and shield made of lithium was 510,000 stones..

‘Subtract 90,000 stone for monthly living expenses from this.…….’

There are already only 3.7 million stones left..

Of course, it's not a waste because I needed it all..

[[Blood of the Beast] cost 2 million stones, but without it, it would have taken a long time for Misha to be able to load the weapon with ice properties..

‘…I should have enchanted the equipment a long time ago..’

When I bought the equipment, I had a Frost Spirit Ring and didn't have any money, so I skipped it..

As a result, repair costs amounted to 500,000 stones..

Damn, even if I saved money somewhere else, I would have done it a long time ago.…….

“Bjorn, son of Yandel!”

After washing up and walking for a while, I arrived at the sacred site and the tribal leader welcomed me..

With a slightly happy smile on my face.

“I can't call you a young warrior anymore. Got the nickname Little Vulcan?”

“Yes!”

He nodded his head proudly while playing the role of a barbarian who has returned to his golden state..

But this is the cold-hearted world of barbarians.

“So what's going on here?!”

After exchanging a word or two, the tribal leader gets to the point..

As expected from a barbarian, the introduction is too short..

Honestly, I thought there would be more words of admiration, praise, or encouragement.…….

‘Well, I like it because it saves time..’

Perhaps the most reasonable race in this city is the barbarian? After pondering that question seriously, I immediately told my business..

“I came to get a spirit imprint..”

“Right. I'll call a shaman, talk to him..”

From then on, it was a quick decision..

The tribal leader left as if he was busy, and the shaman's disciple came and guided me to the tent..

As I entered, a shaman with impressive wrinkled skin greeted me..

“Kkeukkeuk, it's you again.”

“How did you know it was me?”

“Because it is rare for a warrior to thank a shaman..”

No, I meant how did you recognize me with the eyepatch on?…….

I didn't ask again for no reason..

Well, since he's a shaman, he must have a mysterious side..

“Have you come to receive the second imprint of the immortal path??”

“Yes.”

“The cost is 1 million stones..”

I froze in shock..

“100ten thousand stones?”

“Could it be that I wasn't ready??”

“……Not like that.”

I was just surprised that the price was the same as the game..

1The stage was 150,000 stones more expensive than the game..

jingle.

It's a small question. Anyway, as the shaman told me to do, I took out the money and put it in the jar in front of me..

Then the shaman shrieked..

“I'm glad I got it right this time. Last time I received 50,000 stone less, which was a pain in the ass..”

“…5You got 10,000 stone less? what does that mean?”

“Little warrior, you have nothing to worry about. It was all the fault of the stupid tribal chief..”

No, it still bothers me.?

I wanted to figure out something, so I lied down on the blanket as I was told and asked the question again..

“Shaman, how much does level 1 engraving actually cost?……?”

“55It's 10,000 stones.”

“……Right.”

All my doubts were answered with that one word..

The cost the tribal leader said at that time was 700,000 stones..

Of course, I don't think he would have charged that amount to rip me off..

I just didn't notice it at the time..

[The cost of immortal imprinting is... Hmm, maybe 700,000 stones.!]

The tribal leader was also a barbarian..

Extremely sensitive to letters and numbers.

‘Huh, so they gave me 200,000 stones and all that?.’

Well, in the end, I saved 50,000 stones, so I guess I didn’t lose anything.…….

Still, I feel like an idiot for being purely happy—

“Then let's begin.”

The moment the needle pierced my skin, all the worries, concerns, and thoughts in my head disappeared..

It's the first vivid pain I've felt in a long time..

“Young warrior, don't hold back, even if you scream—”

“Wow!!!”

Hey, I thought I would be okay now thanks to my pain tolerance.…….

I never thought this wouldn't work.

‘……3I'll have to get the steps tomorrow..’

I think we need to reexamine the plan..

***

「Activated Immortal Engraving Level 2. Endurance and resistance are greatly increased..」

「Body stats increase by +20.」

「Spirit level increases by +20.」

***

It's going to be the longest 15 minutes of my life?

I was foolish for saying those things back then..

“Okay, it's over..”

1It took 12 hours to get the tattoo in stage 1, but stage 2 only took 10 minutes..

However, the pain was beyond imagination..

12To the point where I wonder if the pain that must be felt over time has been compressed..

“Kkkkkk, this is my first time seeing him awake..”

The witch doctor chuckled like a psychopath as he looked at me half fainting..

Then he held out something to me..

“ruler. Pick one. Since there is still time, I will take a peek at your fate..”

what? Is it like a dot??

Since it is a fantasy world, I think the accuracy will be high.…….

“Destiny is not something grand, so take your pick. I can tell whether something good will happen in your future or not..”

Well, if that's the case.

Since I felt no malice, I thoughtlessly pulled out any of the dozens of sticks in the barrel..

Then the shaman was silent for a moment..

What is it that makes me anxious?.

“Young warrior, what is your date and time of birth??”

Oh, I didn't know you'd need a fortune teller.…….

As I was thinking about how to respond, the shaman chuckled again..

“Hehehe, it was a joke. How would a warrior know things like date of birth??”

“……So what was my fate that I peeped at??”

“It was unusual. I have seen the fate of many warriors, but this is the first time in my life that I have encountered such an unfortunate fate..”

Well, he says the same thing as the shaman who went with my mother long ago..

As expected, did I mess up from the beginning??

“You have probably experienced and will continue to experience countless hardships that others experience only once..”

“Right.”

Huh, I wasn't looking at dots or anything..

I knew it deep down, but hearing a fantasy world shaman say things so clearly made me feel depressed..

“Don't be too discouraged, young warrior. For you, bad luck is not necessarily a bad thing..”

“It's not all bad?”

“Your destiny includes not only bad luck, but also good luck that is no less important. And if you are not swallowed by evil, bad luck will eventually turn into luck..”

“What are you saying? speak easily.”

This time I wasn't pretending to be a barbarian, I was serious. Is it customary in this industry, whether on Earth or here, to speak in a way that is difficult to understand??

“It means that you are destined to experience countless things that only happen once in your life, whether they are good or bad..”

For some reason, I felt like my head was pounding and pounding..

“It is a fate that many people called heroes are born with..”

Honestly, I don't know much about heroes..

One thing is clear.

A lot of shit has happened in my life, but at the end of the day, I'm still alive and breathing..

I just thought it was because I had bad luck..

But now when I look back, it wasn't just shit that happened..

“Wow, it looks like I have a clue.?”

It's the same even when you look at the Bloody Citadel..

I was almost defeated when the Vampire Duke Cambormire appeared, but I was able to obtain his essence in the end..

A hierarchical monarch I met a while ago.?

I went through all kinds of shit, but in the process, I gained the essence of an orc hero..

“If it's the fate of a hero, then no matter what I go through, I won't die??”

“Is it possible?.”

The shaman smiled as if he were truly an innocent young warrior..

Then he solemnly set the mood and recited:.

“Some are eaten by fate, some submit to fate, and some overcome fate..”

“easy to understand.”

“It's not fate, it's up to you.”

Huh, you're just talking nonsense until the end..

It's okay, it's fate and nothing changes anyway..

Don't even think about relying on something, just come to your senses and do what needs to be done at any time..

So that I can endure whatever comes my way.

***

「Bjorn Jandel」

level: 3

Physical: 330(New +20) / Mental: 124(New +20) / Ability: 115

Item Level: 828(New +145)

Total Combat Index: 772 (New +76.25)

Essence obtained: Corpse Golem - Rank 7 / Vampire (Guardian) - Rank 5 / Orc Hero - Rank 5