Chapter 335 - Volume 35 (1/2)
3) Matchless Warrior
Weed watched the huge body lying on the floor.
The skin was like blazing lava and the three horns sprouting from the forehead was a threat itself. This was the boss monster of Metapeia, the Fire Salamander King. It was a legendary existence that lived in the desert.
But it was being hunted by Weed and his subordinates. The special leather with patterns drawn on it, blood and horns were all pieces that could be sold in stores.
Of course, the process to raise the prices through bargaining was essential!
“As expected from something known as the most powerful monster.”
-You have received a severe injury.Current health remaining is 4.3%.Flame damage will continuously occur.
Your life will be in a critical condition if this isn’t treated immediately.
He took out medicinal herbs and bandages and wrapped it around himself with familiar hand movements.
-The cold bandages are perfect to prevent bleeding.It will prevent the deterioration of your condition.Your innate resilience has increased the injury recovery speed by 67% faster.
The Fire Salamander King has been destroyed. Among all the monsters Weed faced, this was definitely the best.
The thick walls and ceilings had melted during the hunt. There were many injured and dead warriors. The fast and resilient desert warriors gave up their lives so Weed could jump at the head of the creature and deal continuous, critical hits.
“We barely defeated it.”
The body of the fallen monster was still hot. Sparks were still covering Weed’s body. The effect of the flames was the special move used by the Fire Salamander King! However, it wasn’t hurting anymore thanks to his high fire resistance.
Ddiring!
-The legendary Fire Salamander King has entered its eternal rest.-Your level has risen.-Your level has risen.-Your level has risen.-Your level has risen.-Fame has increased by 16,782 due to the great achievement.-Charisma has increased by 7.-After entering the dungeon, your bold commands have caused Leadership to increase by 6.-This victory will have an effect on the entire desert so all those who participated in the battle will have all stats increased by 7.
“Huhuhut, this is the taste!”
The experience from hunting a boss monster was multiplied by 100 times. Of course, his growth process wasn’t normal so Weed had different skills at this level. Furthermore, the stats related to his sculpting failed to grow even higher. This was a disadvantage but he still reached a colossal level!
Even if he was facing level 400 mobs, they wouldn’t dare resist and would just stay still for his sword swing. If Weed was determined enough then he could easily crush a city. A Sun Warrior was an upgrade from Desert Warrior.
However, the profession of desert warrior is only granted to the strongest in the world. At the end of the day, the strongest Sun Warrior’s skill was Mana Burn.
“Let’s check the item.”
Sya sya syak!
-A master class tailoring item.The thick leather of the Fire Salamander King has been acquired.-The Mana Heart of the Fire Salamander King has been acquired.-Master class sculpting item, the Fire Salamander’s 3 Horns has been acquired.-The Crystal Leading to the Fire Sanctuary has been acquired.
“As expected, these items aren’t simple. I’m looking forward to it. These things might be helpful.”
Weed glanced at his subordinates. The injured soldiers were sitting on the ground after the last big battle. Less than half of the desert warriors who entered the dungeon remained. The injured were in the centre of the room but at least 200~300 people had died.
His conscience was slightly pricked at the thought of monopolizing all the items from the Fire Salamander King.
“I need to confirm it secretly. Inspect!”
His conscience was slightly active but he still concealed checking the items from his subordinates.
Ddiring!
-Leather of the Fire Salamander King: Durability 125/125.The leather of the legendary Fire Salamander King.It is thick but also very lightweight and flexible.
The noble pattern is revealed every time it is exposed to heat and it won’t tear.
The leather will give 85% fire resistance.
Physical attack damage will be reduced by 88%.
Depending on the level of the skill, additional magic resistance and other features will be given.
If properly processed, it can give great defense and a mysterious quality.
Master class tailoring material-Mana Heart of the Fire Salamander King: Durability 17/17.A heart filled with fire mana.A very rare item.
Eating it will increase maximum mana by 1,700 and the ability to deal with fire by 3%.
The skill ‘World of Fire’ is available.
The additional effects when eating multiple hearts will gradually decrease.
Chefs who cook this fresh will gain larger abilities.-Horn of the Fire Salamander King: Durability 182/196.The most solid horn in the world.It is close to impossible to process it but blacksmiths and sculptors can attempt to transform it.
If it is used to make a weapon then it can pierce any armour.
“How excellent.”
Weed was satisfied with this loot. This was the feeling of happiness when hunting a boss class monster. And the crystal with a red aura around it!
“Inspect!”
-Crystal Leading to the Fire Sanctuary: Durability 9/10.A crystal that can generate a portal to a mysterious sanctuary.Inject a bit of mana to use it.
Only 1 person can pass through.
If the crystal is destroyed then fire elementals will appear and shoot flames of anger in every direction.
“I’ve heard of this.”
An old man in a desert city said.
-Fire, water, wind, earth and lightning. There are special places that are the source of all this.
The desert has 5 sanctuaries hidden that are related to this. How do you know?
It was recorded in the diary found on five charred corpses. Chuckle. The book is probably left behind from a city covered in sand.
You will suffer if you try to find it.
The old man gave him some clues but not enough for Weed to find it. And he had no plans to find it. There were only 4 minutes remaining in his 80 days of hunting. His plan was to hunt incessantly before time ran out.
“These guys. You’ve gone through a lot of suffering.”
He checked the items and wrapped bandages around the bodies of his subordinates.
“Kuooh, Great Emperor…”
“You came here because you believed in me. You worked hard.”
Kindness would be more favourable in this quest!
‘There is only a little bit of time remaining so should I try to raise my level some more?’
Weed’s eyes sparkled at the thought. His current level was 824. The level of his subordinates was also considerably high. The desert tribes were so loyal that it didn’t matter if they died.
‘No. I still have a few hundred people remaining. They followed me despite the harsh treatment so their discipline isn’t bad. There is no chance of a rebellion even with a deep injury. I can use these guys later. I should make something to eat. I can even sell it on a shrimp boat later.’
Weed handed the bandages back to his subordinates and didn’t hesitate to pull out a weapon.
“Thank you for everything so far. The fact that we won this battle is all due to you.”
“No, Great Emperor. It is a glory that I could follow behind the Great Emperor. I will go anywhere. I won’t forget the glorious days even if I die.”
“You can’t die before me. I feel the pain of my flesh tearing every time you get hurt.”
“Great Emperor!”
“Yes, this insignificant desert warrior won’t end here!”
“Heeok! Please remember my humble name.”
“Of course thoughts about all of you are filling my head! I can’t take you lightly.”
Weed called the names of his subordinates one by one and sent them encouragements.
“Tallonya, Bollos, Krengrand, Ai…sumi? Hmm hmm. Your injury is serious. Come here. There are still many bandages remaining.”
“My injury is nothing. Great Emperor doesn’t need to take care of it.”
“We are the sword and bow that will split Great Emperor’s enemies.”
His subordinates were thrilled that he remembered their names.
‘This person called Hestiger! He is still alive. Looking at that arm protector, he has picked up another good item.’
He felt jealousy whenever he heard that name. Soon it was time for the Nodulle’s Growth quest to end.
Ddiring!
-Nodulle’s Growth has been completed.The scorching hot lands.The time given to Nodulle has ended.
He has worked hard to maintain the peace and defend Hilderun.
Please Note: The flow of time has reset from 100 times to the original.
The next quest will take place after one day.
The crisis was over but he felt a premonition that the next quest would be even more eventful.
“The next request hasn’t been given.”
Weed sighed but it couldn’t be helped. He had completely succeeded in continuous, difficult quests. It was natural to receive even more difficult quests.
Weed and his subordinates returned to the desert city of Laos near the oasis. Of course, he had to pack the skin, bones, teeth and claws of the Fire Salamanders before leaving the dungeon. The dungeon was empty as it lost everything. The Fire Salamanders had been purified and it would take at least 1 year for the to reappear.
The number of desert warriors that survived this hunt was 741 people! His troops had suffered and their numbers were significantly reduced. However, they became considerable stronger after the experience in the Fire Salamander dungeon.
“Warrior-1, this is Laos right?”
“Yes. It seems to fit.”
Laos had changed a lot during the course of his quest. The residents had built thousands of red and white houses along the sand dunes. The beautiful, colourful walls gave off a type of elegance.
The kingdoms of the Central Continent were cities built to match the lush, green forests and mountains and were suitable for nobles. The materials were stone or wood from trees.
Laos was a popular city but the houses were made with sand and earth. It gave a solid and cosy feeling of a revived city!
It was a city of desert warriors so it didn’t need to worry about attacks from outside. The high walls were meant to divide the city rather than play a defensive role and the gates were open.
Due to Cloud Sculpting and the abundance of rain falling, the oasis turned into a clear, blue lake with a river flowing from it.
Honey and milk flowed from Laos and merchants and nomadic farmers gathered, making it always crowded.
“Throwing this much money… I’d rather embezzle the money then spend in on the arts.”
Seo-yoon thought that Weed liked the arts so she generously invested the funds she gained from the mercenary guild in this area. The desert had a creative culture of passionate dancing, singing, sculpting, art, etc.
“The Great Emperor is visiting!”
“Everybody come forth!”
Weed’s visit attracted attention so all the troops and residents ran out to the streets and bowed respectfully on the ground.
The most majestic presence in the desert! He had the status of the strongest in the desert so it was natural for them to worship him. In fact, Weed’s power was so huge that he would settle disputes among large tribes.
“Watching you fight every time can be very annoying.”
“Great Emperor, they robbed the flock of sheep that we have been raising for 80 years.”
“No. This is our pasture. Their one is over there. Here is the evidence.”
“Too noisy. The reason isn’t required. In my eyes, both of you are wrong for causing a conflict in the desert.”
“Save me!”