STGB Chapter 546

Episode 546: Ghost (4)

The day after I went to the community.

I woke up with a feeling of deep fatigue and started the day’s routine as it was.

Simply put, it means that you ate breakfast first.

“Come on, food is served!”

It was completely different from the time when the three groups were intertwined and operated in a fist-fighting manner.

Was the position divided in everyday life besides combat?

Now, a total of four people on duty take care of our meals every day.

Oh, by the way, the conductor on duty is Misha.

“How is it, does it fit in your mouth? Since it was breakfast, I seasoned the liver a little more bland than usual.”

“Except for the little meat, everything is fine.”

“ah… meat… … .”

“It was a joke. You should save on meat. In case you don’t know.”

In that sense, after the meal, I went to Versil, who was in charge of managing supplies, and checked the remaining food.

“Based on 38 members, there are 61 days left. If we reduce the rations from now on, I think we can increase it by four more days.”

“done. If we reduce it further, with what force will we fight?”

We currently have about two months of food left.

In fact, all of this was thanks to the Armin Exploration Team’s plentiful supply of food.

The Hex Clan, who had lost their ship and suffered shipwreck, had already consumed all their food, and we had prepared four months’ worth of food for seven people.

‘Day 86… … .’

If it was a normal labyrinth, ten more days would have passed since the 7th floor had already closed.

However, we are still trapped in the labyrinth.

And the problem is… … .

‘Looking at the current trend, I can’t guarantee that I’ll be able to escape even after the 200th day.’

Of course, that doesn’t mean I’m worried about food too much.

In the first place, additional newbies will come in soon, and if it doesn’t work out, you can cast ‘Distortion’ magic on monsters and hunt.

Just like in Ice Rock, where food was scarce.

“Anyway, I got it. If someone needs something, give it generously except for food.”

“I’m still doing it. Oh, there and… … .”

“and?”

“… … … no. I’ll tell you later when I’m more certain.”

He seemed to know what he was trying to say.

There must be a spy from an evil spirit hiding in our expedition. But if you want to talk about it, you’ll have to reveal that you’re also a demon, so you’re probably hesitant.

“okay? Then I will go.”

“yes.”

After checking the supplies, I went to Amelia and asked if anything had happened during the night.

That’s right, he’s the leader of the security team.

“There was nothing.”

It always ended with such words, but it was an indispensable role.

Inside the labyrinth, it wouldn’t surprise me if an outside enemy appeared anytime… … .

It’s not that you can’t be relieved just because it’s inside.

You must always be careful when it is unknown which variable will explode.

Just like this.

“However, the stress of Vilkers, the warrior of the Hetz Clan, seems to have reached its peak. There seemed to be a lot of days when I couldn’t even sleep properly these days.”

The guard of the expedition, in fact, had a stronger role as a watcher until now, keeping a vigil every day and telling me what happened at night.

For reference, there are a total of 6 guards, and an uncle from the former royal investigation department is playing the role of Amelia’s right-hand man.

“i get it. I’ll go and talk to him later.”

“Then, I won’t worry too much about that part.”

“huh?”

“Aren’t you like the idol of warriors? Besides, he seemed to respect you especially, so you’ll be fine.”

After talking with Amelia in the morning, I went to visit the three wizards belonging to the Armin Exploration Team.

“I heard from Emily that you studied all night last night, did anything come of it?”

These three were serving as an investigative team in our expedition.

A monster’s corpse, essence, or even a summoning book in the library, an altar for summoning, a stone gate from which monsters pop out, etc.

It was their role to investigate everything they saw and found in this labyrinth… … .

“uh… As far as achievements go… … .”

“I found an unusual level in Hipramagent’s blood sample, but… … .”

“If you give me a little more time and budget… … .”

For some reason, when I asked about my performance, they trembled and looked at me.

I repeatedly told him that I was not being urged and that I could eat comfortably, but it was not fixed.

Is it a habit of being a researcher at the Mage Tower?

“Hehe, isn’t the baron the general manager?”

“No matter how… … . It is difficult for us to eat comfortably.”

“Cancer, if you are too complacent, the results don’t come out on time.”

Well, in that case, I have nothing to say.

Anyway, having listened to the investigation team’s report, this morning’s routine is over.

“Now, when everyone is digested, go back to your seats!”

Now it’s time to get to work and get to work.

You ate well and digested well, right?

“From now on, summon the monsters!”

I’ll have to get back to work soon.

***

The routine after the morning routine is simple.

I piled up the books I had gathered in advance last night in one place and went on an infinite hunt.

Shaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa-!

Magic stones pour out, and when the essence comes out, stop the summoning for a while and check what kind of essence it is.

Oh, and now there was no need to resort to the primitive methods of relying on eyewitness testimony.

I’m recording the entire hunting ground so that I can see the entire hunting ground with a recording crystal ball above it.

“It is the essence of Katanda.”

“If it’s the green essence of Katanda, then it must be the [Prophecy of Evil]. Baron?”

“We are done.”

“okay. Is there anyone else who needs it?”

After checking the integer, I am given a choice first, and if I am rejected, I look for a second-ranked person.

And if there is no subordinate waiting list, it is discarded as it is.

“Isn’t it really amazing? It’s a rank 4 essence, but no one eats it.”

“There is nothing surprising in that level 3 essences are also discarded from time to time.”

“If we wait a little longer, we may be able to get a more suitable integer, but there is no reason to be in a hurry.”

“Whoa, to think of the future first when you see the essence in front of you. No one will believe me when I go out and tell them what happened here.”

“It’s a pity that I can’t even put it in a test tube. How much is that all… … .”

“The baron didn’t say he would save the test tube. I think that’s a wise choice.”

Unexpectedly, when the discarded essence came out, the explorers liked it.

The hunt is suspended until the essence naturally dissipates.

Well, that doesn’t mean I’m taking a break at all.

“What are you doing? Replenish consumed books until the essence is gone!”

I used that spare time generously.

I sent all the members to the bookshelf to take out the summon books, and when I had enough books, I quickly prepared a meal to eat.

And the result of working so hard.

‘It’s been 10 days.’

After arriving at the library and starting hunting, 10 days later, he achieved his first achievement.

“… Baron?”

“We will take this.”

An integer that I finally got after passing dozens of integers.

‘Speedipper.’

A grade 3 monster that can be met with a very extreme probability when diving deep in a specific area of the 6th floor sea.

Of course, the owner is fixed.

“Einar.”

“oh! also!!”

As soon as the name was called briefly, Einar, who had been rolling his eyes nearby, ran quickly.

Maybe it’s because he’s a spear wielder, but he seemed to be looking forward to it as soon as we said we’d take it.

But, just giving is not fun.

“wait.”

“Oh… … ! No, why are you waiting! Thinking of giving me anyway—”

“Write.”

“…….”

Yes, that’s what it will be.

“Eat.”

“Oohhhh!!”

When permission was finally given, Einar rushed into the essence.

Well, even though your fighting spirit has run out, do you have any greed left?

「[Speardipper’s Essence] permeates Einar Pnellin’s soul.」

The light of the essence permeated Einar’s body, and Einar, who seemed to be enjoying the afterglow, opened his eyes and shouted like a person addicted to drugs.

“What is this! Isn’t that a joke! It’s been a while since I’ve felt so strong… … !!”

Well, that would be it.

This is because all of his basic stats are inconsistent with his body figures.

Of course, the important thing is not stats, but skills.

(P) Discriminant — When attacking a non-kindergarten, the damage increases proportionally to the duration of the battle. When targeting a kinsman, the opposite effect is received.

A passive that matches Einar’s ‘Slayer’ engraving.

and… … .

(A) Trident — Attacking with a spear deals equal damage to two nearby enemies.

Active with no cooldown and low MP consumption.

Of course, the performance of the skill itself doesn’t go crazy… … .

Originally, if you fill in only those skills, you will become a mangkae.

[Trident] was a skill that would become Einar’s normal hit instead of [Repeat Slash].

‘Okay, then Einar is over… … .’

Of course, there are a lot of essences to change, but there are no essence slots right now, so you don’t have to worry about it anymore until you return to the city.

So what’s left… … .

‘One me, one Erwen, and two Amelia… … .’

This is the amount you can eat as soon as you get it right now, and if you put it in a test tube in advance, it will increase even more.

Wouldn’t it be much better to clear the essence as soon as you leave and have it ready to change the settings right away?

And in that sense.

‘… If possible, I’ll have to get the materials for the engraving.’

The 8th level material of Immortal Imprint is dropped by 3 types of 3rd grade monsters.

Of course, there are other ingredients, but… … .

‘Because they are parts that can be bought with money in the city anyway.’

Unlike low-grade materials, it is not something you can buy with money starting with grade 3 materials.

Even the spirit of the dead, which was a 7th level material, is the same.

The drop itself was made by a 4th grade monster, a lich, but there was only one item on the central exchange.

So I didn’t know when I would be able to get it again, so I poured out all the money I had and bought it—.

「Einar Pnellin cast [Trident].」

It was a time when Ainar was adapting to a stronger body while experimenting with the performance of the new essence.

“Captain!!”

The only non-combatant among 38 people.

Navigator Auyen Lockrove hurriedly ran towards me, clutching a large summoning book.

“Tea, I found it… … ! de, finally!”

“You found it, what? Calm down and tell me—”

“This is a book featuring Bellarios!!”

As soon as I heard the news, I closed my eyes and let out a long breath.

“Whoa… … .”

Yes, it’s finally out.

***

Bellarios.

A grade 3 monster that resembles an oriental dragon.

The place of appearance is the Dragon Mountains located in the center of the Dark Continent.

However, because the place has turned into a battlefield, he has not been able to take the first kill even though he has become a supply-demandable spec.

“Versil, summon everyone, even the guys on the bookshelf.”

I, who had been looking forward to meeting him ever since I came to this library, hurriedly gathered everyone and had time to brief them on Bellarios.

But, were there any complaints about it?

“excuse me… … .”

Among the explorers who were concentrating on the class, someone carefully raises their hand.

“What is it, Einar? Are you hungry?”

“Not that… I haven’t even gotten used to the new essence yet… … .”

“so?”

I didn’t know what I really wanted.

“Where in the world is practice better than actual combat?”

This was a story that any barbarian warrior could relate to.

but… … .

“that… I am… It’s better to just practice than to fight… … . its efficiency? Efficiency seems to be good, too.”

Oh right.

That damn fighting spirit.

“Can’t we just practice here while you guys fight?”

If there is something that can avoid a fight, you try to avoid it unconditionally.

Of course, my answer was fixed.

“Can not be done. You will also participate in this battle.”

“… … i get it.”

When I see myself dying like that, I feel like I’ve become a bad person, and my heart naturally weakens, but I cut off my emotions as calmly as possible.

Erwen approached me and whispered softly.

“mister… It’s a 3rd grade, but it’s not three, it’s two. Wouldn’t it be enough for us too?”

I don’t know when we became close enough to support each other behind the scenes, but it certainly wasn’t wrong.

Einar’s absence from battle?

It doesn’t mean much in this battle.

but… … .

‘The problem is that other people see it.’

Being a member of the same clan, if you show tolerance in this area and take care of the circumstances, you will inevitably build up dissatisfaction.

Even if it is not visible from the outside.

yeah, so… … .

“It’s already been decided, so don’t argue.”

“… … yes. sorry.”

After resolutely rejecting Erwen’s persuasion, I continued the briefing, and when I was convinced that the crew members who had listened to my briefing had perfectly grasped the enemy’s information.

I placed the summoning book on the altar.

and… … .

Drurrrrrrr.

The stone gate that had been opened and closed over a hundred times today opened and two monsters appeared.

Roaring-!

A goat head walking with a hammer carrying a bag of lava-red liquid on its back.

‘Hellsmith.’

He is also the original owner of the essence possessed by the tribal chief with the alias of a warrior of flame.

and… … .

‘Bellarios.’

I licked my lips with my tongue as I looked at his smooth scales.

「Bellarios cast [Scale of Greed].」