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‘A chimera…’
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The mage concluded that the blue blood belonged to a chimera.
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And not just any crude, short-lived kind.
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This was a well-crafted chimera that could survive at least five years.
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‘It’s not Radas.’
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Chimera creation was banned—not only in the Kingdom of Paraville, but in many other nations as well.
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Why would Radas, who was steadily gaining political influence, take such a reckless risk?
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There was a 0% chance they were behind it.
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‘Then who did it?’
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That made things more problematic.
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If not Radas—then who had created this chimera?
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And why had it shown up in the Evadore Mountains?
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Dozens of questions spun in Poeras’ mind.
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‘I must report this at once.’
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Though he originally planned to wait until the full investigation was complete, the nature of this discovery demanded immediate attention.
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He picked up the analysis report and headed straight to Marquis Romen’s office.
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Knock knock
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“My lord.”
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“Come in.”
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The door creaked open.
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“Is the investigation already finished?”
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“Not yet, but…”
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Poeras placed the report silently on the desk.
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Romen glanced at it, then began to read.
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His puzzled expression slowly turned grave.
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“Is this real? Could the analysis be wrong?”
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“It’s the work of the Sages of Damaros.”
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Before the ban, the Sages of Damaros had been the most active in chimera research.
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They were unmatched experts in the field.
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There was almost no chance the analysis was wrong.
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Romen scowled.
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“So it’s not the Noble faction.”
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“No, they wouldn’t take such a risk right now.”
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“If you learn who’s behind this, report to me immediately.”
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“Understood.”
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Poeras bowed and left the room.
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“A chimera…”
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“Could this be an opportunity?”
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Right now, the Royalist faction was falling behind the Noble faction.
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They didn’t know who was responsible for the chimera, but it was a powerful wildcard that could turn the tide in their favor.
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***
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Whack! Fwoosh!
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[Skill ‘Hammer of Fury’ has increased to Level 4.]
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Waves of energy pulsed out as the skill leveled up.
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‘Nice!’
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Kang Juho swung his hammer again.
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He couldn’t check the skill details yet—he was still mid-combat.
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Whack! Fwoosh!
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Two more gorillas collapsed.
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As soon as the area was clear, Juho opened his skill window:
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Skill Level: 4 (1%)
- Effect: When a basic attack hits, a wave is emitted.
- 4 waves, 7m radius, 120% of damage dealt
- Mana Cost: 400
- Duration: 20 seconds
- Cooldown: 2 minutes
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The changes:
- Larger range
- Increased damage
- Higher mana cost
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‘Too bad the number of waves didn’t increase…’
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Juho was slightly disappointed.
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With no new skills unlocked, he had high hopes for Hammer of Fury.
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Just then, Kim Seokju approached.
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“Only one level left now.”
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They had been grinding non-stop since yesterday afternoon.
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Just one level to go until they hit their goal: Level 130.
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“We’ll finish by 11, right?”
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“At this pace, no problem.”
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Cooldown ready.
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“Let’s go.”
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They resumed hunting, and as expected, by 11 a.m., both reached Level 130.
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“Good work.”
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“You too.”
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While walking to Boredos, the two chatted.
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“You going to the Magic District?”
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“Yeah. Time to get accessories.”
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It was finally time to spend the gold they’d saved.
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“You have enough?”
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“Yeah, more than enough.”
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“Let me know if you need some. I’m not spending mine anytime soon.”
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“Thanks.”
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They arrived in Boredos, sold the gorilla materials en route.
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‘Only 3,500 gold… that’s it?’
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He had hunted them for XP, knowing the materials weren’t worth much— but still, the low payout was a little disappointing.
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“Let’s meet at the East Gate by 1 p.m.”
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“See you then!”
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They split up, and Juho headed into Dankoor’s Jewelry Shop.
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[You have entered Dankoor’s Accessory Shop.]
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“Welcome!”
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“I’ll browse on my own.”
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“Of course! Take your time.”
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He already knew what he wanted.
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Straight to the point, Juho grabbed:
- 2 rings
- 1 bracelet
- 1 necklace
- 1 pair of earrings
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“32,000 gold, please!”
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The full price was 32,400, but Dankoor rounded it down.
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Juho’s New Gear:
- Ring of Courage [Special Grade]
- Level 130 required
- Magic Defense: 800
- +50 STR, +50 CON
- Red Ruby Ring [Special Grade]
- Magic Defense: 800
- +5000 HP
- Necklace of Protection [Special Grade]
- Magic Defense: 1000
- +80 CON
- Emerald Earrings [Special Grade]
- Magic Defense: 800
- +40 STR, +40 AGI, +40 CON
- Bracelet of the Sly [Special Grade]
- Magic Defense: 900
- +30 All Stats
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“So good…”
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He smiled wide as he equipped them all and checked his character screen:
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Character – Kang Juho
- Nation: Kingdom of Paraville
- Class: Battle Blacksmith
- Level: 130
- Experience: 2%
- Vitality: 51,500 (+5000)
- Mana: 1800
- Satiety: 75%
- Strength: 312 (+240)
- Agility: 133 (+120)
- Stamina: 930 (+285)
- Wisdom: 90 (+80)
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“Whoa…”
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The difference pre- and post-gear was insane.
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“Even in a virtual world, it’s still all about gear.”
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Just like PC Earth, Virtual Earth was gear-dependent.
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Only his tattoo wasn’t special grade now.
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“I wonder how strong Heroic or Relic gear is…”
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Above Special, there were 4 tiers: Relic, Heroic, Legendary, and Divine.
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Legendary and Divine were almost impossible to obtain, but Relic and Heroic could be earned through dungeon runs or ancient site expeditions.
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As more players leveled up, those items would begin to hit the market.
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They could also be crafted by professions like blacksmiths or gemcutters.
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“I’ll buy them as soon as the auction house opens.”
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He guessed Heroic gear would be twice as strong as Special at minimum.
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Just imagining the stats made him giddy.
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Juho checked the time—it was almost lunch.
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Unlike Seokju, all Juho needed was food, gear, and a quick quest check.
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He could take it easy.
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He logged out with a relaxed expression.
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***
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“Should we wrap up?”
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“Yup.”
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“Got it.”
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“See you at the next meeting.”
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After the meeting, Kim Yuri rushed out, remembering paperwork.
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Then a voice called out:
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“Director~!”
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She turned to see Yoo Janghyuk.
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“Something left out?”
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“No, but I have a private report.”
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“Can we talk while walking?”
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“Sure.”
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He looked around—no one nearby.
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“It’s about Battle Blacksmith.”
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“Really? I thought it’d be about Blood Knight or Arcane Speaker.”
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Janghyuk nodded.
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“Its performance is far better than expected. We need to significantly raise the job advancement difficulty—maybe even to Blood Knight levels.”
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“That good? It only has one attack skill: Hammer of Fury.”
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Yuri was skeptical.
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Despite all its passive buffs, it had only one active attack skill.
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How could it possibly match Blood Knight in combat?
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