LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 100
Chapter 100
[Gamilion’s Ring]
[Grade: Hero]
[Description: The Blood Ring that Gamilion Adran has kept for many years.
A special ring that consumes the wearer’s blood, temporarily boosting their stats when a large amount of blood is consumed.]
[Level Requirement: 30]
[Wearer Requirement: Successor of Kashiar]
[Physical Defense: 126]
[Magic Resistance: 113]
– Mana +2
– Health +4
– HP +500
[Special Option: When the wearer’s health is rapidly drained, the ring absorbs the blood and temporarily increases the wearer’s stats based on the absorbed amount. (Cooldown: 3 minutes)]
“Wow, amazing.”
It was an Epic-grade ring.
As expected from a 30-level Hero-grade item, its performance was impressive.
The ring had a counter-type option specialized for seizing a comeback when taking heavy damage.
Such options weren’t usually practical, but they shone during critical moments.
“I’d probably use it with Karuk’s Essence Ring.”
Was this the main quest class?
Even if it was a job-related quest, the reward was far too good for the effort, and a smile naturally formed.
After all, he had just defeated some monsters and earned an Epic-grade ring.
There probably weren’t such bargains in God of Savior.
“Ah, I believe…”
The past Do-hyeon, who had complained about the ridiculous main quests, was long gone.
All that remained was Kaiser, the devout follower of Kashiar.
He had received an Epic-grade item, so he would gladly accept it a hundred times over.
“I’m glad to see you’re pleased.”
“Of course. What’s next? Let’s proceed immediately.”
Gamilion, who had been smiling warmly at Do-hyeon’s enthusiastic attitude, suddenly became serious.
“Now that you mention it… I happen to have something to tell you.”
“…What is it?”
Do-hyeon’s expression grew serious in response.
The atmosphere clearly indicated that something important was about to be revealed.
Gamilion briefly scanned the surroundings before clapping his hands, causing an opaque barrier to form within a 20-meter radius.
[A ‘Silence Room’ is being formed.]
[The Silence Room will collapse if the user cancels or receives a significant shock.]
“What is this…?”
“It’s not a good idea to let anything slip in a place like this.”
This was the corridor of the Lyr Grand Temple.
Whatever Gamilion was about to say, it was better not to let it escape, considering his antagonistic relationship with the gods.
What surprised Do-hyeon was that Gamilion had used such a skill.
‘He knows how to use Stealth and form barriers… What exactly is his job? Judging by the fact that he doesn’t have a red name, I don’t think he’s a combat class…’
He was truly an intriguing person.
Was this the kind of preparation expected of those who served royalty?
While marveling, Gamilion, having finished his preparations, spoke in a low, grave voice.
“You’re aware that the Great War ended with the appearance of the Abyss, correct?”
“Yes.”
“The Abyss is a presence that exists everywhere, a terrifying danger. For that reason, I have always been on guard against it.”
If the gods were humanity’s enemies, the Abyss was the enemy of all races.
They ruled the underground and could appear anywhere at any time, having always been close by.
When they returned, a disaster would follow.
That was the reason.
“They are foolish humans who follow vile gods, but in order to keep the Abyss in check, we had to establish relations with them. Brion is the city with the most high priests.”
This was why Gamilion had created a religion and a pseudonym to form close ties with them.
The fact that it had the most high priests also meant it had the most corrupt ones.
In fact, in the past 30 years, there had been three instances of people making contracts with the Abyss.
Gamilion was naturally hypersensitive to the Abyss.
“So, have you learned anything?”
Do-hyeon suddenly asked, and Gamilion shook his head.
“It’s been quiet. For hundreds of years, there’s been no sign of movement. Some history has been deliberately erased, but mainly, they’ve simply remained hidden, so it was easy to forget about them.”
“Ah.”
“As a result, we didn’t pay much attention to them, but… recently, their activity has become quite concerning.”
Signs of the Abyss had started to appear here and there, and the frequency of contracts being made had increased over the past few decades.
It was still rare, but it was odd.
After being silent for hundreds of years, why were they suddenly active now?
“Still, they had never moved so openly… But in the past few days, their actions have become conspicuous. There are numerous traces of the Abyss being found in different cities.”
“…”
“There’s something going on. They wouldn’t just move without reason.”
It was a reasonable suspicion, and naturally, Gamilion had been visiting the temple more frequently in recent days.
Then, by chance, the successor appeared, and that successor was involved with the Abyss.
“I had originally planned to wait a bit longer, but… I suppose this is fate.”
Gamilion didn’t believe in coincidences.
Everything in the world had a cause and effect, and if something seemed like a coincidence, it was simply inevitable and fated.
After seeing the successor today, his belief in that had only grown stronger.
“I believe the successor will be someone I can trust. Please, could you assist with this matter?”
“Of course. What should I do?”
“Kashiar once said that knowing your enemy and yourself guarantees victory in every battle. Learning about the enemy is that important. Will you help me investigate?”
Ding—.
As soon as Gamilion’s firm voice ended, a cheerful notification sounded.
A message appeared.
[Job-Linked Quest ‘Abyss Investigation’ has been triggered.]
[Abyss Investigation]
– Grade: Main Quest, Job Quest
– Description: Recently, the Abyss’ movements have been unusual.
– Feeling a sense of foreboding, Gamilion believes that investigating this incident may reveal something important.
– Join Gamilion in investigating the temples that may hold knowledge about the Abyss.
– Investigate Brion Temple (0 / 3)
– Upon quest completion: Linked quest ‘???’ will follow.
– If quest fails: Job quest deleted and job revoked.
‘Doesn’t look too difficult.’
It was a simple investigation quest.
It wasn’t like the previous quests where he had to eliminate nearby monsters or scour the Rock Forest.
He just had to follow Gamilion and visit the temples.
‘This seems like a setup to continue the next quest.’
It was a good thing for Do-hyeon, as he had nothing to do for the next two hours anyway.
“Alright.”
Clap!
With a prompt response, Gamillion clapped his hands once more and dismissed the silence room, flashing a sly smile.
“Then I’ll head left. I’ll leave the opposite side to you.”
“Yes. See you at the center.”
The two of them nodded and split, heading in opposite directions.
Gamillion went left, and Do-hyeon went right.
They decided to split up to investigate more efficiently and agreed to meet at the central fountain.
Step by step.
How many steps had they taken?
– “Oh, Master. There’s a temple over there. It looks pretty big.”
– “Elisa!”
“Indeed.”
As expected of a city fitting the name of the Holy Empire, it wasn’t long before they saw a temple. No, it wasn’t just one temple.
With just a slight turn of the head, distant buildings that looked like temples could be seen here and there.
With tens of thousands of gods in existence, temples were everywhere.
– “…Huh? What’s this? Why are you just walking past, Master?”
– “Elisa, Elisa?”
However, Do-hyeon didn’t head toward them.
His stride was casual, as if completely unconcerned, his steps bold and purposeful.
In this moment of bewildering circumstances, Jihad looked up and gazed at Do-hyeon.
– “…?”
Jihad felt a strange sense of familiarity.
This peculiar, not-quite-unfamiliar feeling. He had experienced it several times before.
– “Could it be…?”
With a face full of suspicion, Jihad looked at Do-hyeon and then let out a soft gasp, “Ah…”
His nostrils subtly flared, his eyes strangely excited.
Though his face seemed indifferent at first glance, Jihad, who often read Do-hyeon’s expressions more than anyone else, could not hide the truth in his eyes.
– “Ah, the moment has come.”
Like a person watching a believer receiving an inescapable prophecy.
Jihad nodded reluctantly with a resigned expression.
At the same time, Do-hyeon, who had come to a halt, took a deep breath.
Before him was a moderately wide alley, filled with people.
“Hmm~ this feels good.”
Do-hyeon smiled slightly, clearly satisfied.
– “Elisa?”
– “Jijiya, Elisa. It’s not good to see this too often.”
When Elisa poked her head out of her robe’s pocket, Jihad shook his head.
Indeed, as Jihad had expressed, this place seemed more harmful than beneficial.
“Ahhh! Heroic gear dropped!!”
“Shit!! Let go! I’m doomed, I’m going to die!!”
“Who the hell said this was a lucky spot? It’s all just common stuff!”
“Oh… silver. It pierced through the odds.”
In the alley, a man was screaming as he removed his shirt, while a woman was praying to the gods.
Some were in despair, while others were laughing.
The madness and desperation felt here couldn’t be described as anything beneficial or normal, even with kind words.
How focused must they have been if not a single person noticed Do-hyeon’s arrival?
-“Hurry up and finish it, master.”
“Don’t worry. I have a good feeling about this one.”
It was the second prime location in Brion, the Verdic alleyway.
Receiving good energy, and avoiding any potential gaze, Do-hyeon stepped into a corner and opened his inventory.
Main quest? It was important.
“Even in the mountains, food comes first, so I have to do the card pull before I go.”
One thing that was just as important was the card pull.
It wasn’t hard, and if he missed this opportunity, who knew when he would find another prime spot.
[Would you like to use the Intermediate Skill Draw Ticket?]
Do-hyeon’s eyes gleamed as he stared at the softly glowing card pack.
On the other hand, Jihad’s eyes had grown cold, but fortunately, Do-hyeon was completely oblivious to it, and so they were able to pass without incident.
[You are using the Intermediate Skill Draw Ticket.]
Fwoosh!
As he tore the card pack, dazzling light exploded out, covering his vision.
Through the faint brownish glow, two small silver lines could be seen.
Normally, he would have chosen carefully… but, as anyone who’s done pulls knows, there are days when things just feel right.
Today was one of those days.
“On days like this, it’s either a bust or a huge win.”
But Do-hyeon had the Eye of Truth, an overpowered trait.
There would be no bust this time.
After all, it was guaranteed that a rare grade would appear!
“This is it!”
Without hesitation, Do-hyeon chose the left, and soon, a message window appeared.
[Congratulations.]
[You have obtained the rare skill ‘Frenzy’.]
“Huh?”
At the same time, Do-hyeon’s eyes widened.
There was a strange sense of joy in his eyes.
And why wouldn’t there be?
[Frenzy]
– Grade: Rare
– Restrictions: Berserker Line
– Description: A warrior tainted by madness does not retreat.
The pain of not being able to kill only strengthens…
– Effect: For 90 seconds, 1% of health is lost per second. As health decreases, stats and all speeds increase.
This effect will prevent health from dropping below 1%.
– Cooldown: 120 seconds
‘Frenzy’ was one of Kaiser’s long-time companions and a key member responsible for massive damage.
It was one of the mascot skills representing the group called Ssamdak, or Kkukkudakkkukku.