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Chapter 508

Hearing the absurd words uttered by the old soldier outside the door.

Fang Yi tilted his head in surprise.

He raised his voice slightly.

He repeated what the old man had said earlier.

He expressed his doubts.

We began to verify the authenticity of this somewhat absurd intelligence report.

"Having mastered the [elements]."

"【Fishman Sword Saint】?"

The old man paused for a moment.

A response was given.

"It's highly likely, but the specifics are quite complex."

How much longer will your training here last?

Fang Yi turned his head to look at Miss Ganlu Temple beside him.

He conveyed this message through his eyes.

"Should we continue practicing?"
"Could we be going to the 'dungeon' tonight?"

He has been practicing his boxing techniques continuously for the past few hours.

With the man's guidance and the blessing of the fox fur crane cloak, she was able to...

Miss Ganlu Temple has mastered the techniques of Bajiquan.

He then confidently raised his fists and tapped them together in front of his chest.

She adopted a fighting stance towards the man.

Then he gently shook his head.

He expressed his opinion silently.

No, I already know most of the moves.

Simply hitting stationary targets and continuing training will only improve one's proficiency in the techniques.
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Fang Yi smiled.

Just about to speak.

Unexpectedly, after shaking her head, Miss Kanroji clenched her left fist.

He took a deep breath.

As his chest slightly contracted backward, a very sharp aura emanated from his body.

Then he swung his left fist fiercely at the man.

[Six Harmonies]

[Emperor Fist Temple Bailie Fist]

Like gears meshing tightly, they begin to work.

Muscles and bones twisted together.

It emitted a crisp, resonant sound, signifying a close integration of power and a rapid increase in condition.

And a few scattered 'dissonances' due to a lack of skill.

The woman swings her left fist in the air.

It's like a modular rocket that accelerates in stages.

It accelerated twice in a rapid motion.

It conjured a fierce, malevolent wind that swept towards the man.

Miss Kanroji couldn't wait to show the man her 'achievements'.
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"call out!"

A short, sharp whistling sound whistled past the man's ears.

A chill ran through the air.

He suddenly lifted the few strands of hair that were pressed against the man's forehead.

As it dances like seaweed.

The wind also caused the man's somewhat loose white clothes to flutter loudly.

Fang Yi was caught in the gust of wind and 'ambushed' by a woman.

However, no anger appeared on his face.

Instead, he cast an admiring glance at Miss Kanroji.

Although his skills are not yet fully developed, he has the powerful support of [modules], [collectibles], and his own talent.

But to be able to practice to this level in just a few hours.

That's quite a gift.
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And then there was the man's 'embarrassing' appearance as he cast an approving glance his way.

A satisfied smile appeared on Miss Kanroji's lips.

She showed the man her clenched fist once again.

Then, the woman cast a very aggressive look at the man.

This idea was expressed silently.

If it comes to fighting, I'm ready.

I also need a battle to show you the growth I've experienced through your teachings.

She just stared at the man's face for a few seconds.

I've been exercising for a long time.

Miss Kanroji, already drenched in sweat and in high spirits.

His gaze became somewhat unfocused.

The woman subtly lowered her gaze a few inches.

She secretly began to examine the man's other body parts.

Such a thought came to mind.

He looks...delicious?

And the man who felt the woman's gaze.

Then extend one finger.

I placed it in front of my thigh and waved it around.

After precisely capturing the woman's gaze.

He first beckoned to the woman, seemingly inviting her.

And just as the woman was about to take a step closer to the man...

The man then made a gesture to stop, as if to be pretentious.

At the same time, he loudly replied to the old man.

"My training here is over."

"The door is locked from the inside. Let me open it."

Then, she walked towards the woman who had stopped and was tidying her clothes.

They cast a playful glance their way.

But as soon as the man raised his head, he met the woman's equally amused gaze.

The two looked at each other and smiled simultaneously.

The man looked at Miss Kanroji, who was drenched in sweat from constantly throwing punches.

With a single wave of his hand.

The extremely skillful use of [Frozen Cloud] was activated.

A mist spun around the woman, swirling around her body.

After wiping away the sweat from the woman's body and drying her clothes.

He walked towards the door and clicked it open, revealing the door that was locked from the inside.

He extended an invitation to the veterans outside the door.

"Let's exchange intelligence here."

“I have some additional matters that require Mr. Woyin’s assistance.”

The man who was speaking made way for the path.

He silently mouthed the words to the old man in front of him.

[Some private matters involve considerable risk and require reliable personnel to handle.]

While analyzing intelligence about the 'dungeon'.

Fang Yi should prepare to investigate with the help of others.

The strange man seen by the [visual worm].

Obtain more information.
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Hearing the man's words.

Corey walked into the training room with a few pieces of parchment in his hand and headed towards the chair.

He nodded almost imperceptibly.

After mouthing "I understand".

He then pulled out a chair and sat down.

He handed each of the two seated men a piece of parchment covered with writing.

"This is a compilation of basic information about the monsters related to the [Bay] in the town."

Fang Yi took the parchment and glanced at it.

At the same time, he expressed his doubts again.

"You just said that they encountered a Murloc Sword Saint who had mastered the [Elements]?"

"Before encountering the strongest monster in the 'dungeon'—the [Boss]?"

Having witnessed the powerful boost brought by [Elements].

After understanding how difficult it is to obtain this kind of thing.

Although I gained a deeper understanding of the 'strength' of the [Module: Monster Elite] and the difficulty of this mission through the two battles.

They realized that this 'dungeon' was definitely not simple.

The strength of the monsters will definitely increase.

But Fang Yi still believes that this is a monster that is moving towards 'extraordinary'.

It will not appear as a common 'minor monster'.

Corey, standing to the side, seemed to have anticipated the man's confusion.

He calmly provided more information.

"Yes, those are the ones that move extremely quickly."

"A monster with firm, smooth skin, a fish head and a human body, with barbed spears on its back and a long sword in its hand, proficient in swordsmanship."

"The official name among the Plague Doctors and the Mystics is the Deep-Diving Whale Hunter."

"There's information about it on paper. You can get a basic understanding first, and then we can continue."

Fang Yi lowered his head.

With just one glance, he captured the information about this monster on the paper.
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Deep-sea whale hunters

In most cases, a team of four will appear.

In the other half of the cases, there will be a [Deep Dive Shield] (commonly known as [Murloc Shieldbearer]).

A Murloc party appears, consisting of a Deep Dive Priest (commonly known as a Murloc Shaman).

They possess a certain level of intelligence and language communication skills.

They prefer to lurk underwater and in the shadows, using spears or longswords to launch attacks.

His methods were extremely ruthless.

They may possess the ability or trait to detect weaknesses.

When launching an attack, they often go straight for vital points and weak points in defense.

Because the swordsmanship he used was very sharp and swift.

He is known as the "Fishman Swordsman".
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Fang Yi recalled the image of this monster in the original game.

He mentally scoffed.

Why am I still being called "Murloc Swordsman" here?

[Is there still the original 'Gulf F4' combination of four 'Murloc Blademasters'?]

He recalled the opponent's headache-inducing, blood pressure-raising "critical strike" ability.

The man quickly focused his gaze on this line of text.

[Possibly possessing the ability or trait to perceive weaknesses.]

The man, who possessed both extraordinary gravity and the ability to communicate with monsters through the "Affinity Bamboo Tube," had a sudden inspiration.

[Besides allowing me to 'learn' and improve my swordsmanship, this monster...]

[Perhaps I can gain this ability as an additional bonus.]

Although the benefits of [Derivative World].

It's basically obtained by killing monsters to get tokens, which are then exchanged for 'event tokens' (old gold coins) in the town.

Most 'minor monsters' only drop materials.

Only certain special monsters drop [treasure chests].

It's unlikely that any rewards related to the other party will be offered.

But since the other party is an intelligent being.

If this critical strike ability comes from knowledge...

He should be able to get it for free through [Supernatural Gravity], or through [The Enemy's Respect].

The Soul Search function in the Scroll of the Deceased can also be used.

However, if it is a blood-related trait...

That would be easier to do.

He can extract special attributes like the [Second-Tier Legendary] and [Divine Blood] from enemies using his personal space.

And many skills related to [physical modification], but I haven't used them for a long time.

Think of this.

Fang Yi continued to move his gaze, examining the remaining information about this monster.
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Although this type of monster does not have the advantage of strength or speed compared to other monsters.

They also have no special abilities.

However, these monsters are quite intelligent and extremely adept at group combat. They must be treated with caution.

According to statistics.

Mercenary groups that encounter this type of monster are different from those that encounter other monsters.

Both the number of people disabled and the number of deaths saw a slight increase.

Remarks:

[Paladin Leonard] said.

Their mercenary squad had once unexpectedly encountered a highly skilled swordsman, the "Fishman Swordsman."

This [Murloc Swordsman] demonstrated exceptional intelligence and communication skills during the battle.

And at the moment of his death, he intentionally destroyed his high-quality sword.

This greatly angered his companion, Disma.
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The following is unconfirmed information:

It is said that there were once mercenaries stationed in the town where the exploration of the [Bay].

From afar, these monsters could be seen under the command of a powerful and awe-inspiring leader, the Siren.

A scene of a joint hunt for a giant sea monster.
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"That's very high intelligence; that's a bit troublesome."

But then he unexpectedly saw a familiar name in the intelligence report.

Fang Yi paused for a second before looking away from the bandit's name in the intelligence report.

He looked at the veteran beside him.

It was repeated once.

"Have you mastered the [elements]?"

The old man paused.

The reply was given in a very rigorous manner.

"It's not entirely certain yet that the other side has mastered the [Element], and the survivors' descriptions are somewhat ambiguous."

The old man, while speaking, took out a coin that was half blackened.

A white 'runestone' about the size of a palm.

He added a slightly somber sentence.

"But to make an experienced one, the minimum level is [lv4]."

"There was also an elite squad of two mercenaries who vaguely sensed the [Element], but they were almost wiped out as soon as they encountered the enemy."

"Only the weakest mercenary remained. He took the 'runestone' from his teammate and left the dungeon."

"I think this monster is valuable enough no matter what."

Listening to the old man's meticulous words.

Fang Yi, however, quickly picked up on the suspicious points in the words.

"We encountered an enemy who possessed the [Elements], and three of the stronger members were killed."

"The sole survivor had the 'runestone' to take from his teammates and use it to chant for a certain period of time to make an evacuation?"

Faced with Fang Yi's questioning.

Corey fell silent.

After a short while, the old man spoke in a slightly somber voice.

This answered the man's question.

"That survivor did not escape back."

"Instead, it was that monster that wanted to bring in new mercenaries to the 'dungeon'."

“It was deliberately put back after the haircut.”

The old man stood up after speaking.

He uttered this sentence very calmly.

“Let’s go, I’ll take you to the church to see the survivor.”

"Vaughn should be there too."

Looking at the old man's hand, which was unconsciously clenching the 'talisman' tightly, with its veins bulging out from the excessive force, one could see the old man's hand.

Fang Yi vaguely realized something.
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A few minutes later, in the town center, at the church.

The nave has many wooden benches for believers to rest in.

After meeting up with the swordsman Vaughn, who was holding a helmet and leaning against a wooden chair in a daze.

Following the guidance of the two pastors.

The four walked a few steps and entered a secluded little room.

They met the survivor.

Or rather, I saw that one.

A four-person team.

He was originally sitting in a chair in the room, but now he was huddled in a brown robe.

A man reciting softly by candlelight.

Upon seeing the four people who entered the room, including Corey, he...

The chanting stopped.

He calmly raised his head and looked at the old man.

"Instructor Corey, you're here again."

The man who was speaking took off his robe.

He revealed his incredibly shiny, completely bald head.

They also picked up the candied hawthorns on the table.

It was an ordinary spear with a few barbs.

The only unusual feature is that it is in the center of the spear.

Three heads, their faces frozen in time, conveying terror, with their lips still twitching.

And faintly, a sound of waves could be heard, but it was suppressed by the candlelight and the church.
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The man stroked the spear, where the heads, just like the man, were completely bald.

He flashed a neurotic smile at everyone.

"Instructor, you see, your teaching is effective."

"My fiancée, my fiancée's brother, and that mysterious scholar with the magical cauldron—the four of us successfully escaped the 'dungeon'!"

"Under the command of that incredibly powerful, indescribable [Fishman Sword Saint]."

“We agreed to go into the ‘dungeon’ one last time to save up one last sum of money before leaving the town.”

Kanroji Mitsuri witnessed this strange scene.

I instinctively took a step back.

"He's crazy?"

Vaughn even half-drawn the longsword from his waist.

A reminder was given.

"The head's mouth is moving."

"That's the source of the sound of the waves!"
"The items in his hands are emanating an aura of curse! He is being assimilated by the curse!"

Hearing their conversation.

The man holding the spear with the severed head burst into extremely manic laughter.

"Hahaha!

"I'm not crazy! I still have to keep my promise to that 'Fishman Swordsman' who shaved our heads and let us go, and bring a few more people into the 'dungeon'!"

"what!"

Frozen Clouds

The laughter suddenly stopped.

One second he was laughing so hard he was doubled over.

It was created after Fang Yi raised his right hand and snapped his fingers.

When the mist has the effect of [stabilizing the patient's mind, restoring their sanity, and repairing damaged nerves].

Suddenly, it was like a rooster being choked.

fell into silence.

He froze on the spot.

He looked at the spear with the human head in front of him.

And Fang Yi, calmly looking at himself.

The man gently lowered the spear.

He closed his eyes in despair.

He raised his hands as if in prayer.

"Kill it."

As he spoke, two streaks of water trickled down the man's cheeks.

His voice grew increasingly low.

"Please, kill it."

"I will give you all the assets I have in the bank."

"Please."

The man let out a final, almost beast-like roar.

"Please, kill it."

"Kill that monster who impaled my loved one's head on a spear and cast the curse that if anyone tries to lift it, their head will turn into a fish-man!"

Corey didn't say anything.

He simply gripped the 'runestone' in his hand, which would allow him to enter the 'dungeon'.

Closed his eyes.

Take a deep breath.

Then she looked at Fang Yi and started talking about unrelated topics.

"Most of the dungeons in our town are related to the [Beast Cave]."

Finding another 'dungeon' related to the 'Gulf' in a short period of time is a difficult task.

The old man paused for a moment.

He uttered this sentence.

"The Elite Dungeon can only be entered on certain days of the week."

"Tonight and tomorrow night will be our last chance to enter the [Elite Dungeon] in the next seven days."
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Fang Yi remained silent.

He simply stared silently at the desperate man before him.

After thinking for a moment.

Looking at the [Challenge Mission: The Survivor's Revenge] that appeared on the panel, with the expected rewards being [a large amount of points, a large amount of [old gold coins], and a large amount of merit]...

He uttered this sentence with unusual calmness.

"I see."

The man walked up to the man.

He drew the dagger named "Curse and Fortune".

The curse was removed by paying 10 years of "spare lifespan".

After storing a very strange and corrupting curse called "Deep Dive" in the dagger.

The man swiftly and decisively cut the spear in half.

It dispelled the faint sound of the waves in the air.

A response was also given.

"I'll kill it."

Fang Yi decided to accept the challenge from the [Fishman Sword Saint].

The character Corey's affinity towards you has increased to 91/100, meaning he can now offer you more assistance.

The character [Varne]'s affinity towards you has increased to [93/100].

Listen to the notification tone in your ear.

The man turned his head and looked at the crowd.

"Let's go.

"We need to make some preparations before entering the 'dungeon'."

Vaughn pressed down on his longsword and nodded.

"Yes, Captain."

Miss Kanroji remained silent.

He simply touched the [Rock Forged Double Sink] in his hand, and then clenched his fist.

Corey, at the back of the team, was using his only remaining eye.

She gave that desperate man a deep look.

After the door to the room was closed.

He gave a very bland reply.

"Yes.

"team leader."

You have become the captain of a temporary squad.

Because you have gained the approval of all members and possess the [Pioneer's Token], any monsters killed by team members will be counted as kills by you.

I listened to the notification sound in my ear.

The man who walked out of the church dismissed the young swordsman by giving him the task of "purchasing those skills and familiarizing himself with them."

They prepared to go to the merchant to collect their share of the gambling winnings, hoping to gather some information.

Before proceeding to explore the [Wanderer's Carriage], which sells special equipment and supplies at extremely high prices.

He whispered this sentence to the old man.

"I need to investigate someone; this is what they look like."
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A few minutes later, the man arrived at the merchant's house and knocked on the door.

(End of this chapter)