Incubus Set (1)
The Goddess's Perfume was an item in high demand for various reasons, but it was utterly useless to most players. They craved gear that made them stronger—perfume for better skin? Not a chance.
"So we trade it for unique equipment of the same grade."
As we stepped into the auction house warehouse, Master added,
"Happens all the time. Even the best options are worthless if you can't use 'em. And soulbound stuff? Takes forever to appraise, right?"
That's why players swapped items so often. Item value trumped cash in this world. A truly grim reality.
"Value means nothing if it doesn't sell. We get stuff like that every day."
But items too niche even for trades went straight to storage. Overpowered or awkwardly optioned gear met that fate.
"How about these? Blazing Steps shoes. They spew flames with every step."
"Doesn't look great. Got anything else?"
What I needed now was gear packed with utility effects. Multiple benefits in one.
Master said the rented equipment alone was a free pass to the 30th floor. Utility items made even more sense.
"Hmm... What about the Auto-Collision Hammer? Hits nearby enemies too—solid weapon."
"I focus on quicksword style, so... not really."
"Got it. Miracle Ring, then? Doubles potion effects."
Various items were offered, but none clicked. I knew I was being picky, but this was in exchange for 20 million won. Caution was warranted.
"Ughhh... Doesn't seem like anything here catches your eye."
"Try harder."
"No, senior—"
"Kids these days got no work ethic? Should I chat with your guild leader about drilling some into you?"
To reiterate, Master was younger than the appraiser auntie. But Sword Saint status meant she could bulldoze like this without a care.
"Ugh... How about this!? Saint's Tear—consumable. Purifies any curse, they say."
"Hey, where the hell would I use that crap? Totally useless."
Master scoffed, but that was exactly what I needed.
"We'll take this one!"
"Eh? Right away—contract time!"
Master shot me a baffled look, but I just pulled out my old necklace and dangled it.
Saint's Tear purifies the Cursed Necklace.
Instinctual Lust has been completed.
I'd grabbed the cursed necklace from an old reward, hoping purification would unlock something new. Sure enough, it evolved.
◈ Necklace favored by the Succubus Queen who led the Legion of Lust.
◈ Grants the wearer overwhelming allure, subjugating those of the opposite sex nearby.
◈ +50% resistance to status ailments.
◈ Every 3 minutes, generates a shield that reflects status skills.
'Jackpot.'
An insane item. Status ailment resistance! How much would this fetch? Billions easy. My head spun. Finally, my efforts...
"Epic gear, huh."
"Yes!"
"Epics are soulbound by default."
"...Yes?"
What the—?
"Once equipped, that's it. Usually."
"No such description..."
"It's convention. Ignorance forgiven—now you know."
...Yeah, selling this might be the real loss. Building on it would net more cash long-term.
'Plus, one more month's delay? No biggie.'
Even if I couldn't pay up now, it'd just be a kiss or something. Hell, this might actually be a win.
"Anyway, suits you great."
"It does?"
"Yeah. Perfect fit."
Felt right on me, anyway. Kinda attached already.
"Siiiigh, this thing's dangerous."
"Huh?"
"Epics got hidden effects. Hidden passives, whatever. Not a big deal."
Didn't know the details, but her wide eyes screamed serious.
"Big level gaps nerf item effects. But this..."
"Master?"
"Ahem! Good—you're stronger now. Get going! I'm off to rub one out."
Her urgent tone? I obeyed without question.
You have entered the 11th floor.
Ruins of the Elf Forest
Cannot exit until boss is defeated.
Elves started from floor 11. Rookies hit the wall here, drowning in despair. I got it now.
The forest was massive.
'Ruins? These trees stretch like whole damn buildings.'
One wrong turn, and you'd be lost for good. No point standing in the center, so I pushed forward.
Soon, presences rustled everywhere.
"Human."
"Kinda small."
"Male. Alone."
"Solo? Nah, female's nearby."
No attempt to hide. But invisible? Their stealth was top-tier.
"Into the forest? Means death!"
Leaves exploded. A tattooed woman burst out, upper body inked.
'Ugly as sin!'
Elves? Supposed to be beauties. This? Nah. Long ears, sure—but elongated face, slit eyes. Like Hollywood's token "diverse" ugly Asian actor.
"Die, intruder!"
Dodged her feral monkey-swing sword, slashed her torso. Barely muscled—sliced easy.
Forest Elf
Lost its home to humans. Rage burns until every last one is gone.
Currently debating if salmon salad counts as vegetarian.
'What the hell was that?'
Weird flavor text post-kill. Necklace effect? Learned crap I didn't wanna know.
"That bastard killed the radical salmon salad reform congress-elf!"
"Filthy dog!"
"Wait—he's moderate progressive, right?"
Elves spewed nonsense, swarming from all sides. Coordinated like pros, but I was already gone.
"Vanished—"
Stepped in sync, beheaded one. Parried the counter, rammed blade between ribs.
"Gurk..."
Master was spot-on. This floor was a breeze now. Sword Ghost's Eye didn't just amp dynamic vision—it guided my swings. Where to parry that scimitar...
"Hit!"
...And fatal stabs. Turned instinct into action.
11th Floor Cleared
12th Floor Cleared
...
15th Floor Cleared
Didn't take long to hit 15. Getting stronger per floor?
Please choose your reward.
📍 1. Instant Level Up
📍 2. Temptation Seal
📍 3. Kama Sutra's 42 Positions
Hmm. Weird options mixed in. Went with the item-looking Temptation Seal.
◈ In possession: +30% EXP gain.
◈ One-time use: Cannot transfer ownership afterward.
Broken performance! Scoring this again? I'm lucky as hell.
'Sell it?'
Nah—better EXP for better loot later. Higher floors drop gold.
Temptation Seal used.
Incubus Set 2/7
Something flashed by quick. Nah, imagination.
Yeah. Totally.