Chapter 136
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Translator: 8uhl
Chapter: 136
Chapter Title: Supreme Being
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[Title – Supreme Being]
-Acquisition Condition: Obtained upon first conquering the 99th floor of the Tower of Trials.
-Effect: Nullifies mental damage.
The Supreme Being was a title you absolutely had to obtain if you wanted to face angels.
Because it could block their one-hit-kill ability known as Death Sentence.
‘With this, an angel’s Death Sentence won’t land at all. Death Sentence counts as mental damage.’
Now there was no reason to fear angels anymore.
An angel stripped of Death Sentence was no different from a regular civilian—not even a player.
‘Of course, the seven Archangels are a whole different story.’
The angels Ryu Min was referring to were the standard ones who handled guidance duties.
His power was still insufficient to take on the seven Archangels.
‘No, to be precise, I don’t know. I’ve never fought them. I’m just gauging their level from the vibe and my instincts.’
At the very least, he’d need to hit level 99 and equip a full five-piece God-grade set to even mix it up with the weakest of them, right?
It might be an overestimation, but that was how formidable the Archangels felt to Ryu Min.
‘At least I can stand up to regular angels now that Death Sentence is off the table. Even the combat angels.’
Angels came in two varieties: regular angels and combat angels.
If the regular ones were worthless pests wielding the one-use instant-death skill Death Sentence,
‘Combat angels are pretty damn strong. On par with level 99 players.’
In truth, rather than the do-nothing guide angels, the targets Ryu Min had his eye on were these combat angels.
‘Catching them nets some solid rewards. Not that they know it.’
That was where the Supreme Being title came in handy.
Some of the combat angels’ attacks dealt mental damage.
‘I got the Supreme Being title in the previous regression and tangled with combat angels, so I know for sure.’
Which was exactly why he couldn’t pass it up.
The rewards from taking down combat angels were just too juicy.
‘One major worry down. I’ve snagged the tower’s signature title.’
He curled the corners of his mouth in satisfaction, but the rewards didn’t stop there.
[You have been confirmed as the first player to conquer the 99th floor.]
[You have acquired a ‘Material Item Selection Ticket’ as a reward.]
The Supreme Being title was the standard 99th-floor clear reward—this was the first-conqueror bonus.
‘Well, only one person can claim it, so of course it’s me.’
As Ryu Min grinned, another message popped up.
[You have set an unbelievable record!]
[Your achievement has been registered in the Akashic Records.]
[A ‘Legendary Item Selection Ticket’ has been granted as a reward!]
This was another reward he’d seen coming.
‘Clearing the 99th floor always triggered some Akashic Records fanfare and handouts.’
That said, he hadn’t expected it last time when he’d one-shotted the High Orc.
No way he’d foreseen the Akashic Records popping up.
‘Gave me a Unique Item Selection Ticket then—this time it’s Legendary.’
A smile playing on his lips, Ryu Min activated the Material Item Selection Ticket first.
[Choose one of the following materials.]
└ 1. Immortal Skin Fragment
└ 2. Ogre’s Heart
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└ 8. Mage Skeleton’s Bone Dust
└ 9. Top-Grade Tough Leather
└ 10. Orb of the Abyss
An average person might not get it, but Ryu Min could tell.
These were all top-shelf materials.
‘Figures for a first-clear reward. Every last one’s Legendary-grade.’
Ryu Min picked out the one material he was missing.
[You have selected 10.]
[‘Orb of the Abyss’ has been added to your inventory.]
‘Perfect. Now I’ve got a full set of Legendary materials.’
Counting the ones he already had, he had everything needed for one item.
‘And with the Legendary Item Selection Ticket, I can grab exactly what I need...’
Ryu Min, who already knew what he wanted, activated the Akashic Records reward.
[You may select one Legendary item.]
[First, touch an item category.]
└ 1. Weapon
└ 2. Shield
└ 3. Helmet
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└ 8. Ring
└ 9. Consumable
‘There it is. Consumables.’
He tapped Consumables, and a fresh list appeared.
[Touch one of the following consumables.]
└ 1. Potion of Life
└ 2. Super Regeneration Elixir
└ 3. Indomitable Resistance Potion
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└ 9. Infinite Material Pouch
└ 10. Golden Fortune Bag
‘It’s here too.’
Ryu Min’s finger shot straight to 9.
They were all tempting, but if he had to pick one, nothing topped this.
‘Because it’s a straight path to God-grade materials.’
Ryu Min checked the item details right away.
[Infinite Material Pouch]
-Class: Consumable
-Grade: Legendary
-Effect: Grants 1~5 random high-grade materials.
-Use Restriction: Until the next round, Expert grade or higher
-Description: A pouch that randomly pulls materials from an infinite space. The item auto-destructs upon advancing to the next round. Influenced by Luck stat.
“High-grade” was vague, but Ryu Min knew the score.
‘Pop this, and you’ve got a shot at anything from Unique materials on the low end to God-grade on the high end.’
With his current Luck stat, he’d get Legendary-grade at minimum.
God-grades might even sneak in there one or two.
‘But throw Min Ju-ri’s buff on top, and it’s a different game.’
That was why Ryu Min held off for now.
Her buff had worn off midway through the tower, so using it like this would be a waste.
‘I’ll hit up Min Ju-ri for one when I’m back in reality. But first...’
Ryu Min opened the synthesis menu.
‘Legendary materials are all here—time to craft something?’
The fresh Legendary material had completed the set.
He pulled up the shop window and bought a Master-grade scythe called Death Scythe.
This would be the base for his Legendary weapon.
‘Recycling the old Death Side would only yield an Expert-grade Legendary.’
Ryu Min was gunning for a Master-grade Legendary weapon.
That’s why he’d shelled out 6,000 gold on a basic scythe from the shop.
[Main Material]
-Death Scythe
[Sub-Materials]
-Immortal Skin Fragment
-Ogre’s Heart
-Mage Skeleton’s Bone Dust
-Top-Grade Tough Leather
-Orb of the Abyss
Deep down, Ryu Min wanted a God-grade weapon over Legendary.
But he put it on hold.
‘Damage output’s still fine for now—better prioritize other gear.’
God-grade weapons got bumped down the list, but he couldn’t swing the Unique-grade Death Side forever.
Hence the Legendary weapon push.
‘Alright, let’s synthesize.’
He hit the button, and a brilliant light erupted.
[Synthesis successful!]
[You have created ‘Fallen God’s Rake Scythe’.]
[Fallen God’s Rake Scythe]
-Class: Weapon
-Grade: Legendary
-Attack Power: 666
-Effect: Attack Speed +100%. Scythe width and length can be extended up to 5x. However, damage disperses across the number of monsters in range.
-Durability: 10,000/10,000
-Use Restriction: Master grade or higher
-Description: A rake scythe favored by a certain fallen god. So named because it rakes monsters in like a field tool.
Just as the description said, the rake scythe allowed full control over its length and range.
‘Meaning I can wield it like a ranged weapon.’
He could extend it mid-swing or reel it back in.
Think of it as a scythe that handled like a whip—total freedom.
‘And scaling up the scythe’s size boosts the attack range too.’
Not just reach, but area coverage, making it ideal for mowing down groups.
Pure range alone rivaled Moonlight Slash.
‘Normal attacks hitting Moonlight Slash range? Perfect mob-clearing tool.’
The catch was damage splitting by monster count, but against hordes of lowbies, they’d drop in one hit no problem.
‘Not weak on singles either.’
A lone target in range? All the damage funnels straight into it—no split.
No matter the numbers, it bent the rules in the user’s favor.
Small wonder Ryu Min’s grin wouldn’t quit.
‘This alone secures me first place this round.’
He was in the middle of prying the top-grade red magic stone out of Death Side to socket it into the new blade when—
Rumble—
The tower quaked, and a message appeared.
[All floors of the tower have been conquered. No rewards remain.]
[Initiating Tower of Trials collapse sequence.]
[Player will soon be returned to the original dimension.]
[Congratulations once again on conquering the Tower of Trials.]
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When Ryu Min opened his eyes, nothing but pitch darkness greeted him.
‘Back in the original cave.’
It had been the sub-quest discovery spot, but no sign of the portal now.
He’d cleared it out—no one else would stumble on it.
‘Time to head back and tackle the main quest.’
He dropped his transformation as he retraced his steps.
He’d scarfed all the food already—no need to keep up the Lost Ark act.
He booked it, and soon spotted the subjugation team still milling at the Demon Beast Forest entrance.
‘Made it in time.’
Nearly 28 hours for him in the tower, but just a few minutes for them.
That “don’t sweat the outside world” message made perfect sense—time didn’t sync up.
“Huh? Black Scythe?”
Min Ju-ri jumped when she spotted him.
It’d been 28 hours for Ryu Min, but this was her first look.
“Black Scythe? Is that really you?”
“Yeah. What, can’t you tell?”
“Didn’t expect to run into you here. Figured you’d head straight for 5.”
“Didn’t you say you were taking 1?”
“Huh? Oh...”
Her eyes went wide as saucers, already stunned.
- W-wait, did he come to 1 just because I said I was?
Catching her inner monologue, Ryu Min winced.
‘Damn, gave her the wrong idea.’
Min Ju-ri was already spinning wild fantasies, so he hurried to clarify.
“Felt like tailing you for the buff would pay off more than picking 5. Kinda hooked on them now—feels off without.”
“But I buffed you before we chose, right?”
“Sure, but who knows how long the quest’ll drag? Might need repeats. Plus, had a hunch 1 could be the smarter play over 5.”
“Ahh.”
She bobbed her head, convinced.
“Anyway, glad you’re here. With Black Scythe around, this subjugation’s in the bag.”
Min Ju-ri flashed a grin and extended her hand.
“While we’re at it, fresh buff incoming.”
“Appreciate it.”
“No biggie. After all the help Black Scythe’s given me, this is zilch.”
As she layered on the buffs, the subjugation team eased into the forest.
Most players wore tense expressions, but Min Ju-ri strolled along like it was a walk in the park, chatting away.
Why stress with the level 80 powerhouse at her side?
She didn’t know he was sitting at 89 yet, of course.
‘Even if she clocks the level spike later, no red flags.’
Power-leveling in the easiest Lizardman hunt? Suspicious maybe, but people would shrug it off.
“Ever tangled with Lizardmen before, Black Scythe?”
“Eh, first time for me too.”
He’d cleared some in round 8 escorting the elf caravan, but played dumb.
She figured he’d done the dwarf run with her.
“How tough you think they are? 1’s supposed to be the lightest, so probably not too bad?”
“No sweat. You’re plenty strong.”
“Still, new monster’s got me jittery.”
“Then hang back and observe. Scouting a fresh foe first ain’t a bad call.”
“Smart. Thanks for the tip. Gotta study your moves in action.”
“Doubt watching me’ll teach you much.”
Just the facts, but it went in one ear and out the other for Min Ju-ri.
Her head was swimming with how reassuring it’d be to see Black Scythe in combat.
“New scythe, huh?”
“Oh, this? Scored it on a whim.”
“Looks like an upgrade over the old one.”
They were trading small talk when—
“Hiss-!”
“Hiss-!”
Lizardmen erupted from the woods like they’d been lying in wait.
Subjugation leader Kaltz bellowed, face tight with strain.
“Everyone, battle stations!”
He had no choice.
The Lizardmen pouring out numbered in the hundreds.
Party-scaled spawns made it par for the course.
“Lizardmen everywhere! Otherworld warriors, stick together—watch your flanks and wipe these Lizardmen...”
Kaltz cut off mid-sentence.
The players were all gaping at one spot, dumbfounded.
“What the hell are you lot doing mid-fight?!”
Zoning out in combat was suicidal.
Before chewing them out, he followed their stares.
Then Kaltz froze in his tracks.
“......”
Like the players, he could do nothing but gawk.
There, in plain view, was the Grim Reaper raking Lizardmen wholesale with his scythe.