Chapter 94
Chapter 94
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Translator: Ace
Chapter: 94
Chapter Title: War Hero's Flag
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"War Hero's Flag?"
The flag Woojin pulled from his inventory was a towering banner on a long pole, far taller than he was.
"Whoa..."
"What is that?"
The people who saw the flag let out involuntary gasps of awe. It radiated an overwhelming presence that hit you just from looking at it.
▶ All Stats +10
▶ Physical & Magic Resistance +15% each
▶ All Attack Power +5%
▶ Immune to Panic
Woojin read the flag's description and let out an involuntary chuckle.
'The effect is one thing... but that range is ridiculous.'
A 5km radius would cover virtually any battlefield.
'This is an item made for massive-scale battles.'
It made perfect sense.
Monster Waves were field battle events from the start.
'It could be provided as prep for the next Monster Wave...'
Depending on how it was used, the flag's potential was limitless.
Not just for monster hunting—clan battles and even wars between kingdoms happened out in the field.
'It could decide the fate of a war.'
Priceless, beyond measure.
"Peron, you and Wedn each take one of the runes."
"...Pardon? For real?"
"Yeah. Payment for coming all this way."
"Thank you!!"
Peron took the Agility Rune and bowed deeply, visibly moved.
'Luen could use an Agility Rune too...'
Woojin glanced at her. As if reading his thoughts, Luen nodded that it was fine.
As a former CEO, he knew better than anyone how crucial rewards were in dealing with people.
Hearts could flip on a dime.
'Trust builds with rewards.'
"Give this to Wedn. And oh—get him some decent gear with it too."
"You're not handing it over yourself?"
After passing the rune and travel funds to Peron, Woojin turned to the Fairy Queen.
"I've still got things to do."
She slightly lifted the hems of her dress in a courteous gesture.
"Then I'll contact you once I meet Wedn."
"Appreciate it."
As Peron departed, Woojin addressed the Fairy Queen.
"First off, thanks. You helped wrap this up nicely."
-Not at all. The suspicions around Zion Müllenga are still unresolved. Still, demons... Looks like another storm's brewing on the continent.
"If we can't hold back the demons, it won't stop at a storm."
Woojin recalled this world's future.
The Collectors.
They had kidnapped异種族 and sold them to demons.
'After the Labyrinth Tower fell, the continent turned into the demons' playground.'
They had to be lurking somewhere.
"Still, exposing his demon ties is no small feat."
Silencing every remaining knight was impossible.
Rumors about House Müllenga would spread soon enough.
"Müllenga aside, proof demons still exist should put the kingdoms on high alert."
-You've handled this far better than I expected.
A notification chimed.
-The fairies express their gratitude.
She clasped her hands, and two items materialized: a vial of blue liquid and a small book.
-Rewards from the fairy race.
Clink.
She lightly shook the vial the queen handed him, and the liquid inside shimmered mysteriously.
'Raises your level...'
A single line of description, but it spoke volumes about its value.
'Gotta save this for later.'
The perfect time to use it was set in stone.
'When I hit max level.'
Pop that afterward, and he'd break past the player's level cap of 99, becoming the one and only level 100.
"...This is incredible."
-You earned it.
Couldn't use it right now, but in time, its value was self-evident.
And the book the queen handed over.
A skillbook with a blue border.
'Rare grade.'
Nice reward.
'Hit 50, but that damn quest means class change is still a ways off.'
▶ Low nature resistance: Debuff - Mental Confusion
▶ Mental Confusion causes attacks on allies.
'Not bad.'
On paper, it seemed like a utility skill for escaping sticky situations by dazing enemies. But he figured it'd shine more offensively.
Not just battlefields—dungeon clears too. Woojin opened the skillbook without hesitation.
Whoosh...!!
He hit accept, and the book burst into flames, vanishing instantly.
-Bensina asked you to head to the Revla Mountains, but even the journey there won't be easy.
Woojin nodded.
The Revla Mountains were an untamed region in the northern central continent.
Official site info pegged the northern hunting grounds at average level 85.
Even top ranker Keruga had just hit 70 clearing Labyrinth Tower floor 10.
Naturally, the north was untouched by players.
'They say leveling from 60 is hellish.'
People called it the dreaded 60 wall.
Time from 60 to 61 matched 1 to 60.
So a mere 10 levels between 60 and 70 was a chasm.
In this context...
Heading to level 85 zones would take years, if ever.
'Guess we'll see.'
Daunting, but Woojin took it in stride.
After all his trials in this world, it came naturally.
"Getting a legend class wouldn't be right if it was easy. No rush."
-Wise words.
The Fairy Queen nodded.
-I hope this aids your journey, even a little.
"...!!"
Her hand touched him, and his severed wrist sprouted anew like a blooming flower.
Not just that—Nissen's corrupted arm and everyone's wounds healed completely.
"Th-thank you."
Woojin stared in wonder at his new arm.
-What are your plans now?
"Dunno. Lots to do, but... could use a break. Thinking Tekan Kingdom. Came here to check Karlan's territory anyway."
-Tekan Kingdom...
She swallowed a small groan, as if recalling something.
-If you're going there, why not stop by the Great Forest?
"Great Forest...?"
Woojin glanced at Karlan.
"Ah, the Great Forest is a massive woodland at the heart of the Antarian Federation, where Tekan Kingdom is."
According to him, Tekan lay east of the forest, Esten west, and Dalus south—three petty kingdoms centered on it.
"North of the Great Forest lies one of the five great kingdoms, Brian."
"Brian Kingdom—Sharro's home."
"Yes, exactly."
Karlan's answer brought Alteon to mind.
'Wonder how he's doing. Technically forced out by Zion.'
Lost the three treasures and Sharro—probably in dire straits.
"Nissen, contact the church the second you find that stake."
"Got it."
After Nissen's reply, Woojin continued with the Fairy Queen.
"Why the Great Forest?"
-It's where spirits gather most on the continent.
"Ah..."
Woojin got it. She'd noticed it was time for Luen's spirit contract.
"Handing out tasks, huh."
-May this coincidence forge new bonds.
The Fairy Queen smiled.
-And someday... fairies and humans will coexist.
Snap.
She flicked her fingers.
Fairies appeared behind her.
-A gift of friendship.
One held a small dress.
-For you.
-M-me?!
Setsuna clapped her hands over her mouth in shock.
-It's old, something I wore long ago... but it should suit you.
-Thank you!!!
Setsuna clutched the dress, tears welling up.
-I'll treasure it forever! Never wear it!!
-I gave it for you to wear—use it freely.
The Fairy Queen gently stroked her head like a daughter.
-Be his strength.
Setsuna hugged the dress tight and nodded.
"That said... leaving right away? Rest a day at least."
Woojin shook his head at Karlan's words.
"News of the black dragon's gone continent-wide. The portal blockade to the dark lands will lift soon. This place'll be chaos."
Best to leave clean if leaving.
Woojin decided to hurry.
"Should swing by that grave Bensina mentioned on the way."
Untapped rewards were always a thrill.
"Understood."
Karlan nodded.
"Then allow me to guide you."
He took the lead with a pleased smile.
"Home."
Woojin smiled faintly.
The place he wanted most to go.
'Someday... I'll get there too.'