468 Version 0.39 Update Log (2/2)
According to the gamers, the game officials had updated new content.
Sherlock tried to recall, but he didn't know what content he had updated. He was busy dealing with the Merchant Alliance, so he didn't have time to bother with new gameplay or maps. The current gameplay and maps were sufficient for the gamers. In fact, they didn't even have enough time to complete their Daily Missions.
Moreover, there was the newly built crossroad intersection outpost that allowed the gamers to work.
There were many factories that required the gamers to work in them. If they didn't work hard in the factories and earn the Reputation Points of the crossroad intersection outpost to exchange for equipment, then what were they planning?
To motivate the gamers, Sherlock created Mana Skills Books and Legendary Equipment as rewards that could be exchanged for using Reputation Points.
Sherlock accessed the discussion forum and started browsing. He found the content that conveyed the new goal of the gamers.
[I discovered a new Underground Forest.]
A new Underground Forest?
Sherlock was taken aback. He quickly accessed the post and started reading.
”I am Marco Polo, and I'm sharing my adventure with everyone. It's related to the discovery of a new Underground Forest.
Let me show you my custom-made map.
(Picture)
This is the hidden path that I discovered at the tunnel. I used a small shovel to create a hole. If you discover it, you can enter it. I left a Darting Bird and my equipment at the entrance. However, when I returned to look for them, they were missing. If you find them nearby, please tell me. I will be very grateful.
The important thing that I'm going to say is that there are other creatures at the Underground Forest!
There were seven to eight Orcs who killed me. If you see them, please kill them to avenge me! I'm not sure if they built a Stronghold or if there are other races, as I was captured and killed after entering. That is despicable. From their conversation, I'm guessing that they are related to Eternal Fire.
That's because they mentioned Morgan and Andrew, who were from Eternal Fire.
I believe that, in the future, Eternal Fire will be our next target. Before that, we have to take over the Underground Forest!
I'm divulging this information without any compensation because I hope that everyone can have new gameplay!”
[yinyy1994: You're indeed a veteran! You are sharing this information without any compensation!]
[LustyInsaneZhang: Awesome! I'm going there to take a look. If I see those Orcs, I'll help you kill them!]
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[NotWearingPants: You're awesome!]
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The post created by Marco Polo wasn't long. The rest of the posts consisted of pictures. The gamers replied and showed their respect for him for divulging the location of the Underground Forest instead of keeping it to himself.
If the gamers were to discover the Underground Forest, they would cut the trees in secret without letting anyone know. Even if there were hostile monsters, they would kill them repeatedly using revivals.
Marco Polo's post made the gamers curious and excited. The forest that Eternal Kingdom and Winterfell had signed an agreement on was now barren. The gamers were excited that a new forest had been located. After all, they required the wood for upgrading their equipment and for building furniture and houses.
The wood provided by Victoria City was limited and expensive.
That was the new content update that the gamers were talking about.
”Marco Polo discovered a new Underground Forest, and it's close to Eternal Kingdom. Yet, we didn't know about it.”
Sherlock muttered to himself, and Bru replied, ”I didn't expect it either, Lord Sherlock. I calculated the area of the Underground Forest. We can't demark the Underground Forest within the radius of the Dungeon Core unless I upgrade two levels.”
After Bru assimilated several Dungeon Cores, he had attained Level 4. As Sherlock was unable to provide enough Mana, the Fourth Beta Testing, also known as the Open Beta, wasn't implemented.
Sherlock had to solve the Mana shortage problem before implementing the Open Beta. Otherwise, Sherlock and Lilo would be sucked dry by the numerous gamers who were going to join the game.
The current solution was to find a mature Yggdrasill, which was discovered by Dragonborn. Sherlock hadn't found a way to link up the Yggdrasill and his Dungeon Core secretly. If he took over Yggdrasill by force, it would create a world war. Even if he depended on the gamers' power, they would be unable to stop the attacks from all over the world.
”Lord Sherlock, I feel that it's a good chance to take over the Underground Forest. Though we are unable to extend the radius of the Dungeon Core, nobody owns the Underground Forest. As we're the closest Dungeon, it's unlikely that there are other Dungeons around.”
Sherlock nodded in agreement. He ordered Bru, ”Prepare a new Daily Mission to direct the gamers to build a Stronghold and Teleport Portal at the Underground Forest. I'll arrange for new Beetlemon routes to the forest. I feel it's time for a content update.”
Sherlock started editing the official update post.
[Version 0.39 Update Announcement]
”Dear gamers, after half a year, it's now time for version 0.39. We will introduce the detailed contents of version 0.39 to all gamers.
We updated the new Stronghold, crossroad intersection outpost: A new complete city. All gamers of Victoria City and Eternal Kingdom can carry out their daily activities without any harm. It's a safety zone in which gamers cannot attack other gamers, including opposing factions. Gamers can also receive special crossroad intersection outpost Daily Missions and corresponding Reputation Points upon completion. The Reputation Points can be exchanged for Mana Skills Books and Legendary Equipment. However, a longer time is required to complete the Daily Missions at the crossroad intersection outpost.
We added new gameplay, working in factories: There are new factories at the crossroad intersection outpost. They belong to Victoria City and Eternal Kingdom and not other Dungeons or contractors. All gamers who work in the factories can obtain Reputation Points. We provide support for fixed long-term work systems, such as working from 9 am to 9 pm from Monday to Saturday. This is the future of our work system.
We added a new NPC, Frangipani: Though the name is the same as the Ancient Gods army commander, he's not the same commander. He's a pet tortoise purchased by Lord Sherlock. His function is unknown, but he's going to be an important NPC in the future.
We updated a new map, Unknown Forest: This is an Underground Forest hidden in the dark tunnels. We aren't sure of the name. The forest's location was determined by Marco Polo. Gamers can explore the forest and gain generous rewards.
We updated new content, Victoria City's Wyvern: This was the Wyvern that attacked the gamers of Victoria City. We don't know the location of the Wyvern, but we hope you can capture it. The possibility of capturing it is pretty low.
We updated new content, Goldshire Town: This is a small town on the Surface World. It belongs to the Duke of York. The mayor of Goldshire Town has a close relationship with Lancelot's wife, Guinevere. Goldshire Town seems to be allied with Victoria City instead of the cruel Duke of York. This is a good chance to diminish the power of the Duke of York.
We updated Healing Mana Skill: After Raintea's Strange Encounter Mission, we are providing an exchange system for the Healing Mana Skill. All gamers of Victoria City and Eternal Kingdom can exchange for this skill using Mana Skills Books.
We updated with a new usage of the Power of Sacred Light: The Power of Sacred Light can be used to heal the wounds of Victorians, but it can't be used to heal gamers of Eternal Kingdom. The gamers of Eternal Kingdom can only be healed by using Potions or Healing Mana Skills.
We updated with a new BUG: If you reveal the location of the newly discovered Underground Forest to other NPCs, your character will die suddenly, and all of your equipment will be destroyed. This isn't a joke.
I'm leaving a wild card. If you find any new content that I didn't write, feel free to add it.”
Sherlock checked through the post. After some pondering, he added a few more words.
”I will give a preview of the coming Open Beta.
We have released the two factions, Victoria City and Eternal Kingdom, and created the Plot and gameplay. The current game isn't the final game version. We will implement various changes in the Open Beta. If you have any good suggestions, feel free to post them in the forum. We welcome all discussions.
The crux of the Open Beta rests on the result of Dragonborn's Strange Encounter. Yggdrasill is an important factor that can speed up the start of the Open Beta. We will release more content about Yggdrasill. All gamers should be well prepared.
Your main goal will be to develop the Plot for the start of the Open Beta.
I hope that everyone has a fun time. Love from the game producer, Sherlie.”