Became a tyrant of defense games - Episode 74
◈ 074. [Free exploration] Base camp
[Area 3: North of the outer castle]
- Clear progress: Normal room 1/1 Boss room 1/1
- Acquired treasure chest : 2/2
Zone 3 all clear.
There was a small accident during the boss battle, but I cleared it quickly and easily anyway..
There were no special equipment items from the golden gargoyle, but instead, the number of exchange items was poor..
I decided to just sweep it up and sort it out later..
And in the boss room treasure chest,
[Screaming Robe (SR) Lv.30]
- Category: Cloth Armor
- defense : 15-20
- Durability : 20/20
- Each time an enemy is defeated, 1% of lost MP is recovered.
> Set effect: You must scream (1/3)
- Each time an enemy is defeated, an area-wide fear effect is inflicted..
(‘Gloves of Screaming’ is required to activate the set.)
(‘Orb of Screams’ is required to activate the set.)
The scream set came out…….
Last time, I ate the magic orb of Scream, so now I just need to eat the armor parts to complete the set..
“Oh my, everyone went through a hard time because of this old man, but I don't know if I can shamelessly accept it..”
While saying that, Jupiter snatched away the robe with lightning-quick movements..
Well, I did troll in the boss battle, but Jupiter took down almost all the regular gargoyles..
Jupiter's role is also important in this defense stage. There’s nothing wrong with feeding them good food..
‘It feels a bit like giving a reward to a kid who got into an accident.…….’
Anyway, the item recovery is over, and the search for area 3 is concluded with this..
Inside the boss room, there were stairs going down. It was a passage leading under the castle wall..
“If you move forward a little bit, there is the next safety point..”
I guided the party members who were taking a short break after wrapping up the battle..
“It is the largest of all the bases so far. This is a place where the few people who live in the dungeon often gather. There are also facilities such as shops and blacksmith shops..”
As a base camp set up in a dungeon, you can purchase items and receive magical enhancements that cannot be obtained in the outside world..
“But our purpose today is to scout new members..”
I reminded the party members.
“If there is someone who is friendly to us and seems capable, we will roast them and take them back..”
“…….”
“You too, open your eyes and take a good look. Do you see a good guy?.”
Evangeline, who had forgotten the preserved food, broke into a cold sweat..
“Is there anyone in such a prosperous condition in this gloomy underground magic cave? No, there are ‘people’ in the first place.?”
“……Well, it doesn’t matter if it falls a little short. Anyway, let’s turn on our eyes and look for it..”
It doesn't matter if it's a ghost and not a person.
As long as you're good at killing monsters, maybe ghosts? They say they're willing to take on demons or zombies.!
***
After a short rest, we went down the stairs. The circular stairs went round and round and stretched out endlessly..
‘The escalator is about to come.…….’
Considering the height of the castle wall I climbed last time, the way down was also far away..
Still, I was less tired than last time, so I came down much easier..
widely!
I finally set foot on the ground.
And right next to the stairs you came down from,
“wow…….”
There was a huge door made of iron. Evangeline, seeing the door for the first time, looked up and let out an exclamation..
Northern main gate of the Lake Kingdom.
The red-rusted steel gate was locked and still radiating an ominous aura..
“It's the same gate I saw when I first entered the bottom of the lake..”
I saw it from the outside then, now I see it from the inside..
Because this gate was closed, one had to enter the city through a drainage ditch. I turned around a long way and ended up at the front gate..
“It seems like there is no way to open it then or now..”
Lucas looked around the castle gate and tilted his head..
“There are no pulleys or other openings… … how do i open the door?”
“Because it's a magic kingdom. There must be some magical device.?”
I shrugged..
“And in the first place, this door opens only in one case..”
“when is that?”
“When their invasion begins.”
Lucas' face hardened. I nodded..
“When the invading army of monsters marches towards the human world. Just then.”
The party members swallowed their dry saliva..
I grinned and gestured toward the city..
“Now, let's go inside. The safety point is right in front of you..”
***
As we took the main street from the north gate and headed into the city, we soon came across a large square..
It was a huge square, almost the size of a sports complex, and there were gargoyles lined up in an orderly manner..
Evangeline was embarrassed and looked around..
“What are you doing here, you guys??”
“These are the ones who will invade Crossroads during the next defense battle..”
Hundreds of gargoyles crowded together kept their heads down and stayed still, as if they were asleep..
The square was dark, so it was difficult to count them accurately, but even at first glance, the number was enormous..
“They pile up here like this, and when the time comes, they all come to Crossroads at once..”
Lucas put his hand on the long sword at his waist..
“Then shouldn’t we just attack and wipe them out now??”
“Arthur. Is there any chance of annihilation?.”
It doesn't move as if it's asleep, but if you attack it, it will naturally react..
Even at this moment, other gargoyles from all over the city were joining the ranks one after another..
Their numbers were increasing in real time..
“This is their heartland. There are only five of us. If you hit me now, the only thing that will happen is death.?”
“…….”
“Let's do what we can now.”
As I turned into a side street next to the square, I gestured. The party members followed me carefully..
Leave the main street, enter the crooked alley, and walk for about 5 minutes..
Suddenly the surroundings became wide open. A fairly large vacant lot appeared in front of her..
It is very bright, unlike other dark places in the city..
Magic stones were shining like street lights throughout the vacant lot, and a large wood fire was burning in the middle of the vacant lot..
“It's here.”
I looked back at the party members and extended my hand toward the wood fire..
“This is the base camp. This is a place that will serve as a bridgehead for future dungeon exploration..”
It's nothing compared to the square where the monsters gathered earlier, but it's overwhelmingly larger than the previous safety bases..
My party members and I entered the vacant lot..
I had been in a dark place without a single light, but when I suddenly entered a brightly lit place, I felt relieved and relaxed..
“Phew, it's warm..”
I placed my hand on the wood fire and enjoyed the warmth. I think I'll buy some. This is the base.
At that time, Lucas looked around with sharp eyes and whispered to me..
“But my lord. Didn't you say there are people living here??”
“huh? It did.”
“however… … I can't see anyone.”
what?
I also raised my head and looked around. It's true. I can't see anyone.
‘There were at least four or five NPCs in the game..’
There are only four or five resident NPCs, and there are always NPCs that come and go dynamically..
For some reason, the base camp was empty..
“…….”
I narrowed my eyes..
this is not a good sign.
“no way…….”
It was that moment.
Slam! Clap!
About a dozen NPCs rushed out from all over the vacant lot, pointing weapons such as bows and crossbows at us..
“Raise your hand!”
“If it moves, it shoots! Stay still!”
Lucas, who was already prepared, quickly drew his sword and took a defensive stance..
Evangeline also quickly put on her shield and held it out, while Jupiter chewed a cigarette with a calm complexion and raised a magic orb..
“Ooh, wow? Wow?”
Only Damien is panicked and struggling..
I held Damian's shoulder tightly and glanced around..
The number of people surrounding us is about a dozen..
However, he is wearing unfamiliar clothes..
Everyone wore white masks that covered their faces and were fully dressed in armor..
Judging by the level of equipment he is holding, it appears to be of a high level..
‘They even dragged the cannon.…….’
I laughed out loud as I even spotted a cannon targeting this direction from the high ground over there. I was very determined.
‘The way out is?’
I looked around to find a way out, but the siege was complete. It seems impossible to get out quietly..
I gently bit my lip.
‘I let my guard down because it was a safe base.!’
In the game, it is a place where monsters cannot invade and where battles do not take place, but this is real life..
‘There are no restrictions on where or how you collide with people or whether you kill or die.……!
‘But there was no foreshadowing of this! A surprise attack as soon as you enter the safe base? Also, who are these guys? What on earth is this situation?!’
My mind was complicated, but I was calm on the outside..
“The welcome is a bit warm.?”
I spoke with a relaxed smile on my face..
“I appreciate the warm welcome, but I would appreciate it if someone could explain the situation..”
“…….”
“We are adventurers who recently entered this dungeon. They are cute new recruits that you need to help and guide..”
No one moves even with my light words..
They just look at us with cold eyes behind the mask and aim their weapons..
I sighed softly..
“Or what, are you training new adventurers through hazing? I had no idea that such a bad habit still exists in today's advanced society..”
“Speaking of bad habits, would you please call me a breeze??”
Then I heard someone's deep voice..
It's a loud bass sound. You can be vocal..
“Newcomers: Rat catching is a time-honored culture that goes back to the history of mankind. It is a process of engraving respect and courtesy toward seniors into one’s body. Wouldn’t it be right to preserve and develop this wonderful culture in the future??”
But as I was picking up that bullshit with that great baritone voice, I couldn't help but think that my voice was a waste..
I snorted..
“What kind of culture is that kind of shit? Our adventurer senior has quite the old-fashioned temperament..”
“ha ha ha! I hear that often..”
Jeez. Jeopuk.
A man walked out among the white masked NPCs..
“But what can you do? As I've lived for a long time, I've become obsessed with old things..”
“……!”
Long conical hat, black bard outfit.
The man's appearance looked familiar..
After all, this bastard is the culprit who ruined Stage 2..
I gritted my teeth, glaring at him..
“‘The Pied Piper’……!”
“Hey, are you calling me that??”
Underneath the conical hat of the man who came closer, I could see his face hidden in the shadow of the brim..
……He was also wearing a mask..
The chin is detachable so that it can be removed only when playing the instrument..
Like a clown, just a smiling face... … white mask.
“The Pied Piper. It's a funny nickname, but give me a chance to introduce myself properly..”
The man put his hand on his chest and introduced himself in an exaggerated tone..
“Here, a high traitor wandering at the bottom of the great lake kingdom. The last remaining court musician, court jester, and court wizard in the Lake Kingdom..”
The man slowly bowed in respect and finally said his own name..
“‘It's called 'Crown'.”
It was a profound, beautiful, and abominable voice..
“Nice to meet you. The Last 'Player'’.”
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