Chapter 409 A Dilemma (1/2)

Although it was difficult for Rhode to choose two missions, he was fortunate that he was no longer facing this alone. Shortly after, Rhode gathered Canary, Mini Bubble Gum, and Gillian to resolve this problem together. Two heads were better than one, and in this case, four heads were definitely much better.

However, all three ladies had different opinions.

”Based on Leader's current manpower, you would fail 10 out of 10 times if you attempt this standard of a mission.”

Mini Bubble Gum was the first who responded.

”Whatever the choice is, I will be there anyway. If Master wants to do it, then we should take up two missions instantly and solve all the problems, right?”

Rhode's concerns didn't seem to be of any concerns to Gillian. On the other side, Canary was quietly scanning through the missions. She puckered her brows slightly and pondered for a few moments before shifting her gaze to Rhode.

”Leader, what do you think?”

”Although it's both fast and convenient to settle two Five Star missions at once just as Gillian said, it's a pity that there's no such good thing. You should also know that 5 Star missions are spread across the entire continent and it's never easy completing each mission, one after another. Also, most importantly, the seal on Gillian can only be released once… I think that we should pick a simpler mission for team practice and a harder mission for Gillian and myself. While the both of us are dealing with that mission, the others will continue to practice against the simulated BOSS of the first 5 Star mission. No matter how many times, make sure that they can remember and familiarize the skills and patterns of the BOSS. The upcoming battle will be much easier for them if they can do that.”

The three ladies nodded at Rhode's answer. If Mini Bubble Gum and Canary could leave their territory, Rhode wouldn't even need to worry about this problem. Although Gillian could follow alongside Rhode, her level unlocking could only be done once due to the system penalty.

Just like how good steel should be used on blades, this could be considered a hopeless choice for Rhode. To be frank, he actually wished he wouldn't need to complete these two guild missions because the Country of Darkness would be attacking next year. During this period, Rhode hoped he could focus on training his men and familiarizing against the battle style of undead creatures in order to grasp an opportunity in the future war. However, Rhode's guild would be demoted if he didn't complete the guild missions. As a result, his fortress, also known as his final refuge would be revoked. At this moment, Rhode's mood was as though he could predict the end of the world next year and yet, he still needed to pass the college entrance examination.

”If you're looking for a team battle, I think this mission will be easier.”

Canary pushed across the mission on Cranmore Lake and started explaining to everyone.

”The Ice Devil is a level 65 Legendary elemental creature and it can be weakened by its opposing element. Furthermore, the Frozen Lake covers only a small area with lesser critters. It will be our best choice if we want to complete this mission in the shortest time.”

”On the other hand, the Dark Elf… I remember that it's a level 62 BOSS, right…”

However, Mini Bubble Gum seemed to have a different opinion, and Canary nodded to her doubts.

”Although the Dark spirits aren't powerful, they do specialize in poison attacks… Bubble, did you forget how many times we were destroyed when we tried to reclaim the land?”

”It's such a hassle to not have equipment with poison immunity.”

Mini Bubble Gum pouted after hearing Canary's answer. Without a doubt, she could still remember how annoying those debuffs were when they tried to reclaim the Dark spirits dungeon. As a result, they managed to succeed after relying on equipment with poison immunity. Although at that point in time, Starlight wasn't the best player guild yet, they were still reputable. Since Starlight in the game had a hard time clearing that dungeon, there's no need to mention how this bunch of mercenaries would handle it.

”So it's decided then; we will choose the Frozen Lake mission for the team battle.”

Rhode knocked on the table and declared his decision before shifting his attention towards Canary and Mini Bubble Gum.

”I will give both of you two months. Be sure to bring these guys to above level 30 and it will be best if they can reach the critical point of level 40. If not, even if they train their attacking style inside out, they would still need at least one or two days to defeat the BOSS with their current strength.

”Two months?”

Mini Bubble Gum frowned as she questioned.

”Leader, it would be plausible if this is the game and players would be deemed idiots if they couldn't reach level 40 in two months' time. But, these are NPCs… Although with the help of the Sphere of Mystery, these guys shouldn't have a problem hitting level 30, it will still be too difficult for them to reach the Master stage.”

What Mini Bubble Gum said was the truth. The leveling system of aborigines wasn't as integrated as the players, which was why their leveling was really slow. Moreover, the levels of these aborigines were coupled by their skill levels and mastery, where they would reach their peak after a certain stage. Unlike gifted talents like Marlene and Anne, the potentials of most aborigines were limited throughout their lives. Even if they were pushed to their peaks, they would only achieve the skills and strengths of the Master stage. There would definitely be a difference in results if Rhode were to train aborigines with the style he used on players.

”All in all, that's all we can do now. Since we can't implement talent trees on them, all you need to do is to increase their skill levels and maximize their damage output by at least two times.”

Rhode paused for a moment, before turning towards Mini Bubble Gum and Canary.

”Bubble and Canary. Put more attention on Lize and Marlene because both of them hold rare bloodlines and perhaps they may be able to break through their limits. Whereas for Anne… She broke through once, so it will be enough to get her to familiarize with her current battle style. If she ever tries to breakthrough again without permission, stop her by all means and leave the other matters when I'm back.”

”Okay.”

Both of them nodded to Rhode's orders. And at this moment, Gillian, who was bored stiff and laying by the side, finally spoke.

”So then, Master, which unlucky bastard are we going to finish off? To tell you the truth, all of these BOSSes wouldn't stand a chance against me after my seal is unlocked, okay~”