Chapter 76
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 76
Chapter Title: Gacha
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We threw ourselves into a massive promotional campaign as soon as we returned to the clan house. It was only natural that the buzz exploded once we spread strategy guides for the Library of Records.
A place where you could snag Rare-grade rewards just by going in and out—no monster fights required. Everyone took notice, of course.
Large clans only showed mild interest, but mid-sized clans, small ones, and parties were going wild over it.
The rewards weren't earth-shattering, but the fact that you could grab decent loot without risking your life was a huge draw.
'And... Rare-grade item prices have tanked.'
The market was flooded with Rare-grade items from Library rewards, crashing their value. Luckily, I'd suggested selling off our Rare-grade stock the moment we got back, so our clan raked in a tidy profit.
Our clan's reputation got a nice boost too, as expected.
We hadn't suddenly jumped into the top ranks, but we'd shown real potential. We'd successfully shifted our image from a fading clan to one on the rise.
And we still hadn't opened the treasure chests we'd earned as rewards. We'd been too swamped since getting back.
'At least Lee Jae-hyo stepped up. Things would've taken longer without him.'
Thank goodness he'd handled a bunch of tasks while we were away on the expedition.
I remembered him greeting us with a beaming smile when we returned, fresh off the field. He'd been genuinely worried about us.
He was especially shocked when he heard about the outlaws ambushing us. First, surprise at the attack itself, then amazement that we'd all made it back unscathed.
Anyway, today was the day to open the treasure chests. As I headed down to the first floor, I saw everyone already gathered. I was apparently the last one.
"Looks like everyone's already here."
"Bro!"
"Welcome back, Lee Yun-seong."
"Sorry I'm a bit late. Had some business to wrap up..."
"No worries, Yun-seong."
I glanced around and spotted the chests sitting on the table.
The clan members all wore excited expressions. No surprise there—gacha pulls always get the blood pumping. Random loot boxes weren't a hit back on Earth for nothing.
'Honestly, I'm hyped too.'
The chest descriptions promised a high chance for top-grade items, so who wouldn't be?
Yu-hyeon piped up, eyes sparkling.
"Yu-ju sis, should we open them now?"
"Yeah, let's do it..."
"Hold on a sec."
I cut in before Seo Yu-ju could finish. I had something to say.
"Yes, Yun-seong? Go ahead."
"Just my two cents, but... I think someone with high Luck stats should open them."
"Ah... yeah, that makes sense."
You never know. The descriptions didn't mention Luck affecting the results, but with all the randomness, it probably did.
The others nodded in agreement, realizing the same thing. No downside to trying it with our highest Luck holders.
In the end, we picked the three with the top Luck stats. No one could open more than one in a row.
Lee Jae-hyo, Wi Ho-yeon, and Yu-hyeon.
Lee Jae-hyo spoke up, looking tense.
"...Alright, here goes."
I got why he was nervous. Pulling anything less than Rare-grade would be a disaster.
'Minimum Heroic grade. Legendary would be ideal.'
Best case? Legendary items. Heroic ones weren't common, but they weren't impossible to find either.
Legendary items, though? There were only a handful in the entire world.
Even Wi Ho-yeon, who'd been around a while, only equipped Heroic gear—that said it all.
Most major clan masters barely had Legendaries.
'Please... Legendary items...'
Lee Jae-hyo opened his chest, and a brilliant beam of light poured out, revealing the item.
Magic Absorbing Gloves (Heroic Grade)
Once per day, blocks and absorbs magic up to Heroic grade. Wearing increases Resistance by 3.
'Not Legendary, but solid.'
Absorbing magic once a day was huge. Sure, capped at Heroic spells, but that was fair.
The others checked the info, disappointed it wasn't Legendary at first, but their eyes widened as they read the details.
Hyun-jin spoke up.
"...Not Legendary, but these gloves are killer, right? Yu-ju sis, this is pretty good, yeah?"
"It's good. Definitely top-tier."
Lee Jae-hyo let out a relieved sigh. Seemed like he'd been holding his breath.
"...My turn next."
Wi Ho-yeon's go. She opened her chest, light flooding out again to reveal the item.
Merciless Destruction Gauntlets (Heroic Grade)
Gauntlets designed solely for destruction. Wearing increases Strength by 5.
'...Damn.'
Not great. The gloves were top Heroic-tier; these gauntlets were bottom.
'Shit... one left.'
Everyone's faces fell. Wi Ho-yeon bowed her head, looking dejected.
"...Sorry."
She felt responsible, her expression anxious. It wasn't her fault, so I reassured her.
"Don't beat yourself up, Ho-yeon. Anyone else might've pulled Rare. Heroic is a win—don't sweat it."
"...Thank you, Lee Yun-seong."
The others chimed in, sensing her mood.
"Yeah, Ho-yeon sis. No need to blame yourself. It's still good loot."
"Right, sis."
"Thanks, everyone..."
It was a warm moment, but I couldn't shake the bitterness. Greedy, sure, but I'd hoped for two Legendaries.
'...Last box has to deliver.'
Three Heroics was solid, but Legendary was the dream. All we could do was root for Yu-hyeon.
'You got this, Yu-hyeon...!'
He picked up on the expectations, hesitating nervously.
"B-Bro..."
"No pressure, Yu-hyeon. Whatever comes out, no one's blaming you. Got it? Just open it easy. Even Rare's fine—no stress."
Lie—Rare would've sucked—but I was going easy on him.
'Please... please...!'
He had our highest Luck, so it wasn't impossible.
"O-Okay... opening it..."
Yu-hyeon cracked it open, and brighter light than before burst forth.
'...This is...'
A single sword leaped out. Weird design: no visible blade, just a hilt trailing inky black smoke where the edge should be.
Formless Sword (Legendary Grade)
A sword whose blade is invisible. Only the wielder sees its true form. Consumes large amounts of wearer's mana to phase through objects without colliding. Wearing increases Strength by 3 and Agility by 5.
'Insane.'
One word: broken. The dream weapon for any swordmaster.
Yu-hyeon stared at it, unable to believe he'd pulled it off.
"Wooooah!"
Cheers erupted moments later. Unreal results, totally warranted. Wi Ho-yeon and Hyun-jin, the sword users, looked mesmerized.
I ruffled Yu-hyeon's hair, praising him.
"Great job, Yu-hyeon. You nailed it."
"Hehe..."
Felt like giving the kid a piggyback ride.
Seo Yu-ju beamed, thrilled with the haul.
"Amazing results. Now, let's decide ownership."
Gauntlets were selling—no one used them. Gloves and sword were the hot potatoes.
Kang I-seo raised her hand.
"What if Uncle Ho-won takes the gloves?"
Made sense—Resistance boost fit a tank like him.
But before Seo Yu-ju could respond, Ho-won waved it off.
"Nah, doesn't feel right for me."
"Uncle, if it's too much pressure..."
"Not that. Other reasons."
Seo Yu-ju looked curious.
"Mind sharing?"
"Of course. Simple: shields block magic too. I'd rather pass, even if it's tempting."
"Fair enough..."
"I think another frontline should get it."
Sound logic.
"Uh... what if Yu-ju sis takes the gloves?"
"...No. Hyun-jin, you should have them."
"M-Me?"
"Yeah. You've never gotten an item yet. Your turn."
She was right—Hyun-jin had zero gear upgrades so far.
"You'd use them better than me..."
"I've got plenty already. You're up, Hyun-jin. No one's objecting, right?"
Nods all around. Hyun-jin accepted.
"...Thanks, then."
'Now the grand prize sword.'
Only two candidates: our two swordsmen.
First Legendary allocation—everyone went quiet.
Hyun-jin broke the silence.
"...Ho-yeon sis should take the sword."
Wi Ho-yeon blinked, flustered.
"No way. I've only been with Eternity a short time. Too much for me."
"Nah. I couldn't even use it properly anyway."
Harsh, but true. Hyun-jin couldn't max it out.
"Still..."
"Mind made up. Gloves are enough for me."
'He's firm...'
Hyun-jin wasn't budging. His eyes lingered on the sword—greed there—but objective judgment won out.
'Knows he can't wield it right.'
No swordsman wouldn't covet it. He just figured Ho-yeon would benefit the clan more.
Seo Yu-ju saw his resolve.
"Looks like the sword's yours, Ho-yeon. Congrats."
"...If that's the case... I'll humbly accept. I'll give it my all."
Her accepting meant she'd wanted it too.
No judgment. I'd feel the same.
Good look on her. She wasn't the betraying type—this would strengthen the clan.