Chapter 212
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Translator: True Detective
Chapter: 212
Chapter Title: Spec Up
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The dungeon Han Minguk had chosen to tackle was the [A-5] difficulty Stone Mountain Dungeon located in Hanam, the site of the old Hanam Comprehensive Sports Complex.
This Stone Mountain Dungeon was the only [A-5] difficulty dungeon managed by the Rose Shield clan. Naturally, their main team handled the dungeon management and timer resets.
But from now on, Team GGW's raid party would take over that role. After all, everyone had the gear and skills to handle Rank 7 monsters.
"Whew. Looks like we can finally take it easy with dungeon management from here on out."
"Yeah. I never thought I'd see the GGW kids stepping up to the front lines until after I retired... Who could've guessed they'd grow this fast? Must be because they survived two dungeon breaks, huh?"
"Honestly, it's a bit bittersweet. Raid Leader Han Minguk, you better manage that dungeon properly, okay?"
The clan's main team heroes, spotting Han Minguk at the clan house, tossed him their comments one by one.
Now that they were diving into [A-5] difficulty dungeons, Team GGW's raid party could be called an upper-tier group whose skills weren't far behind these veteran women.
That was why the main team's heroes looked so pleased.
Before, they'd had to handle high-difficulty dungeon management without rest—not to mention major crises like dungeon breaks involving darkness monsters.
But now, the two raid parties could split those burdens. Plus, Team GGW's growth would boost the clan's influence as well.
"We'll do our best."
"Take it easy. Does anyone in the clan not know how hard Raid Leader Han Minguk works?"
The clan's most senior hero clapped him on the shoulder with a hearty laugh. Every time her hand touched him, her ample chest jiggled along with it.
"Anyway, here's some info on the Stone Mountain Dungeon. It's got all the experience our raid party has accumulated so far. Should help Team GGW a ton with your clears."
"This is valuable stuff... Thank you."
Han Minguk bowed deeply to the clan's main raid leader, who handed over the thick stack of papers with a friendly grin.
The Hero Pad had clear guides, sure... But the Rose Shield clan's main raid party had managed Hanam's Stone Mountain Dungeon flawlessly for years.
'This'll be a big help for the team.'
No matter how lacking their trial-and-error skills might be, the know-how from their accumulated experience was impossible to ignore. And after this many repeated trials, their execution had to be solid.
"Oh! And we'll jump in for the early trials too. It won't be easy reaching the final named before the timer runs out, after all."
Han Minguk pondered her words briefly before nodding with a smile. It made perfect sense.
"We'd be glad for the help."
"Alright, we'll talk details later... How about us clan heroes grab a drink sometime?"
The raid leader smacked her lips and mimed taking a swig.
"Of course. Just call me anytime, and I'll be there."
His crisp reply drew squeals from the main team heroes. They immediately started nagging the raid leader to go out for drinks right then and there.
After wrapping up the handover with light banter, Han Minguk led his team straight to Hanam's Stone Mountain Dungeon.
'Seven Rank 7 named bosses appear in the Stone Mountain Dungeon.'
While riding the clan bus, he reviewed the documents from the main raid leader.
Not a huge number, so once they got the hang of it, they could probably clear in half a day.
Clearing faster would be tough due to the dungeon's length. Rank 7 monsters took time to take down anyway.
Among them, three special ones—nearly half—dropped blue-grade crystals helpful for boosting hero mana. Higher ratio than similar dungeons.
That was why Han Minguk picked Hanam's Stone Mountain Dungeon as their first [A-5]. A tad harder than peers, but any clearable dungeon wouldn't differ much.
"The named in Stone Mountain Dungeon are golem types and large monsters spotted in deserts before—like giant scorpions or big worms. Their skin is insanely tough, so melee dealers, watch your weapon durability extra carefully."
Yuna, who used a bow, had to be especially precise with every arrow.
Magic or mana orbs could shock even hard shells, but arrows needed critical hits to deal real damage otherwise.
"This dungeon run will sharpen your skills a lot. Don't worry about DPS—just focus on efficient mana use and precise strikes. For higher dungeons ahead, you need to build technique now."
"Got it!"
After sending Yuna off, Han Minguk called over the tanks, Hyun-ah and Tanya.
"You two, prioritize blocking named attacks over aggro handoffs. These are a rank above what we've faced, so defense won't be easy. A critical hit could send you straight to respawn for real."
"I trust our healers to keep me alive no matter what!"
"Same here!"
A bit playful, but their voices brimmed with faith in the raid's healers. Han Minguk smirked and played along.
"One solid hit, and you'll snap to attention. Tanks have to hold strong. Criticals mean instant death."
"Gotta nail those attack patterns."
"Don't get reckless trusting revives. The team could wipe while you're down."
"Yeah, understood."
With that, Han Minguk began detailing the Stone Mountain Dungeon strategy and roles inside the bus.
They'd brief before named bosses anyway, but for first trials, repeating the info wasn't enough.
That was when the clan bus arrived at Hanam's Stone Mountain Dungeon.
"...What the hell is that?"
"Why are there so many people?"
"They here for you, Raid Leader?"
The team gaped out the window at the crowd surrounding the dungeon. Han Minguk was just as stunned.
Since appearing on My Precious Hero, he'd known his popularity had skyrocketed.
The issue? Even before, as a rare male hero, he'd drawn tons of female attention.
Waaaaaaaaah!!!
Cheers erupted as the GGW bus pulled up—fan levels worthy of a celebrity.
But it wasn't a pretty sight to Han Minguk.
'Crazy bitches.'
Dungeons were danger zones, safety timer or not. Seoul's barrier wasn't far either.
One monster slipping through could spell disaster. The guarding soldiers' sour faces said it all.
"What do we do? Head back?"
Sojeong asked, eyeing the mob outside.
Truth be told, clearing properly in this chaos seemed doubtful. They'd dealt with crowds before, but nothing this big.
"What else? We push in as planned."
Han Minguk opted to proceed. They needed the XP and blue crystals ASAP.
"Clear the crowd first."
Handling the mob should be straightforward...
Who told you idiots to come all the way here? Don't you know how terrifying dungeon gates are?! Screaming like that could draw monsters! Pull that reckless crap, and you'll all die for real!
This is just bothering me—got it?!
Line up orderly, jot down your name and address, then go home! Clan'll send signed merch later!
His cold voice boomed over the megaphone, piercing the roar and chilling the air. Quick ones caught on, scribbling details and backing off.
Fans chasing a glimpse of Han Minguk had followed the Rose Shield bus, but they knew dungeons were risky. And they scored his autograph too.
A few unsatisfied ones stirred for direct chat, though.
"Th-those lunatics! Round 'em up!!!"
Police and soldiers, rushing over, subdued them fast.
Safety timer or not, [A-5] gate nearby meant strict punishment by law.
They left the orderly ones alone, per Han Minguk's words.
▷ Golem Horde is a multi-target raid. Raid party must handle five golems at once, including the massive leader golem.
▷ Subordinate golems vary in appearance but share similar abilities.
▷ Sub-goals use: Mana Burst (AoE damage to multiple targets), Fire Strike (high-damage flame beam from eyes), Mana Bomb (disrupts hero mana control). Heroes must maintain spread formation and respond calmly to patterns.
▷ Leader golem charges a powerful straight-line attack over time. Main tank must position opposite the raid. If forced to move due to subs, team evades based on leader's facing.
▷ Leader's gravity field pins heroes down. Dodge in place when activated. Tanks especially: restricted movement + crit = instant death. Healers, shield or heal tanks during escape.
▷ Additionally...
"First named looks brutally tricky," Sojeong remarked after Han Minguk's briefing. Others sighed in agreement.
Solid-looking golems ahead glared with glowing eyes, ready to charge past their line.
"Lucky these things stay in-dungeon. Speaking of, what were those airheads outside?"
Giselle griped, recalling the giddy crowd. Unthinkable for a nation scarred by a dungeon break just a decade ago.
"Korea's always had bad safety awareness."
Jeong Ye-rin apologized, as if it were her fault. Yuna chimed in.
"Yeah. Blind faith they'll be fine. Those types die first. Sigh. Do they even know heroes like us sacrifice to keep monsters in? Anyway, these rockheads would pour out in a break, right?"
"Obviously. Heard golems showed in Brazil's break."
"You fought 'em?"
Yuna eyed Giselle. Real-world spawn would've been catastrophic.
"Nah, hadn't awakened mana yet. Rumor was, needed barrages of anti-tank rounds to drop 'em."
Chatter ended, trial began.
"Eyes sharp!"
"Party 1, spread out!!!"
"Tank gravity! Giselle, shield main tank quick...! Tank down! Reset trial!"
But Rank 7 monsters were brutally strong on first try.