Surviving the Game As a Barbarian [EN]: Chapter 78

Request (3)

“Bjorn, are you going to the holy site again today?”

“I have something I couldn’t finish yesterday. I’ll be back in the evening, so don’t slack off and keep training.”

As soon as dawn broke, I headed to the holy site to receive the third stage engraving I couldn’t get yesterday.

The cost was 2 million stones, the same as in the game.

It was also the same in that I could get a special trait every time the spirit engraving advanced to a stage that was a multiple of 3.

“Hehehe, you’re the first barbarian I’ve seen with so much money. There are three paths for you.”

The shaman asked as I put the money into the jar.

“There is the spirit of flame, the spirit of steel, and the spirit of wildness. Warrior, which will you choose?”

Just in case, I listened to the shaman’s explanation, but it didn’t seem like there were any changes from the game’s reality patch.

Therefore…….

“I will choose the spirit of wildness.”

I chose wildness without hesitation.

Because each of these traits is the core of my shield barbarian build.

「You have activated the third stage of the Undying Engraving.」

「Physical resistance and fire resistance are greatly increased.」

「Physical stat increased by +56.」

「Ability stat increased by +80.」

「The spirit of wildness dwells in your body.」

「The character’s base threat level is greatly increased.」

「You can use [Wild Outburst].」

Threat level.

In other words, the probability of attracting monsters’ aggro just by breathing has increased.

Also, through [Wild Outburst], I could temporarily increase the threat level by 3 times, and gain a physical bonus in proportion to that level.

‘I only used it occasionally when I was raising a greatsword barbarian.’

In the early days, I often covered the barbarian’s lack of survivability with the Undying Engraving.

But at that time, [Wild Outburst] was a double-edged sword.

Because as the character got stronger, the enemies swarmed.

Of course, it was different for a shield barbarian.

‘No risk, high return.’

Attracting the aggro of monsters?

As a tank, it’s something to welcome.

But on top of that, the physical stat increases?

Not only does it increase stability, but…….

If used with [Giant Form], which greatly increases threat level, you can temporarily feel the full power.

‘I didn’t expect to finish [Giant Form] and the third stage engraving in three months.’

While I was satisfied with my own growth, I also felt a bitter feeling at the same time.

I was just struggling to survive…….

Somehow, it turned out like this.

“You look tired, go out.”

It was five in the afternoon when I came out after receiving the spirit engraving.

Misha promised to grill me some beef, so I quickly stopped by the library to confirm the appointment time and returned to the accommodation.

And…….

After various experiments, I found out the activation condition of [Wild Outburst].

“Behel—raaaaaaaaah!!”

So, this is how you use it.

***

「Bjorn Yandel」

Level: 3

Physical: 386.1 (New +56) / Mental: 198.3 / Ability: 292.4 (New +80)

Item Level: 967

Total Combat Index: 1118.55 (New +136)

Acquired Essence: Corpse Golem – Rank 7, Vampire (Guardian) – Rank 5, Orc Hero – Rank 5

***

The next day at lunch.

I headed to the meeting place alone.

The name of the store was ‘The Promise of Flowing Water,’ so I wondered what kind of store it was, but it was just an ordinary dessert shop.

Shit.

“……A barbarian?”

“What is it? Does the owner owe him money?”

The gazes gathered as I opened the door.

Somehow, it’s worse than the library.

It’s not like I came to a place I shouldn’t be.

“Are you Bjorn-nim! Over here!”

It wasn’t efficient to change the place, so I went to the seat and sat down.

“Are you the client?”

“Yes. I am Shavin Emuer, a level 7 administrative officer of the Lavigion Administration. Please call me Shavin.”

“Alright.”

Shavin Emuer.

Her race is human. I thought she would be younger since she was a friend, but she looks to be in her early thirties.

Her first impression is quite kind, but I’ll know her true personality soon enough after talking to her.

“I didn’t know what you would like, so I didn’t order anything. What should we do?”

“Beer and grilled meat.”

“……Pardon?”

“If you don’t have it, it’s fine. I don’t like sweets.”

“Ah, yes…….”

The unspoken protest of why she called me to a place like this is enough…….

I quickly got to the point.

“So, what is the request?”

“Didn’t you hear from Ragna?”

“Ragna? Ah, are you talking about that librarian?”

Shavin flinched at my question, then nodded as if she understood.

“You didn’t know her name. Well… that’s possible for that child. Her name is Ragna Litaniel Peprok. She’s not a bad kid, so don’t be too angry.”

There’s nothing to be angry about.

I didn’t even ask in the first place.

I recited as if repeating it to myself.

“Ragna Litaniel Peprok…….”

“It’s Litaniel, not Litaniel.”

Yeah, whatever.

Why is her name so hard to pronounce?

“……Could she be a noble?”

“No, it’s not like that…….”

I asked without realizing it, and a slightly strange reaction came back.

“I can’t tell you the details. She’ll definitely get angry if she finds out.”

Okay, so there’s a story behind it.

“Tell me about the request.”

“It’s a simple patrol request. Criminals and tax evaders sometimes hide in the sewers, so we have to patrol regularly. But…….”

Shavin trailed off with a strange tone.

Her eyes look like she’s waiting for something.

“…But?”

Just in case, I chimed in, and Shavin continued her explanation with a face that said, ‘That’s right!’

“The explorers who used to take on the patrol requests couldn’t return from the labyrinth this time, you know? As Bjorn-nim knows…….”

“…Knows?”

“There was a big incident on the third floor this time, right? It seems like they got caught up in it! Oh my, what a sad story, right?”

I don’t know if it’s a sad story, but I know there’s something wrong with her.

“So, you decided to entrust that request to me.”

“Yes. It’s an official request from the administration, so we can’t entrust it to just anyone. So, while we were looking for the right person, Ragna told me about Bjorn-nim!”

“I see.”

I understand the general situation.

However…….

“Why me? There must have been more suitable people?”

From what I hear, it’s a request close to a chore.

The administration must have been subcontracting requests to explorers.

The reward wouldn’t be that great either.

But even so, there must be plenty of guys in the city who would take on this request.

‘It’s not like the evil spirit hunters sent her……?’

I even considered the worst-case scenario, but the answer was surprisingly simple.

“You’re the most talked about person these days, aren’t you?”

“What?”

“To be honest, I was a little curious. I also wanted to meet you in person…….”

In other words, she used the pretext of an administrative request to satisfy her personal curiosity.

“Ah, I’m going to pack some cookies here later, is it okay if I brag to my coworkers that Bjorn-nim gave them to me?”

“……Do as you please.”

Looking at her bright expression, it doesn’t seem like she’s acting.

“So, what are you going to do? The reward is only 200,000 stones, but it’s not a bad offer for Bjorn-nim either. It’s a bit awkward to say it myself, but…….”

Oh, not again?

Can’t she just say it directly?

It’s like she’s playing with people.

“……It is, but?”

I gave her another soulless response, and Shavin continued with a smile as if she was happy about something.

“There are people who consider receiving an administrative request as a reward in itself! Since our selection criteria are a bit strict, other organizations consider it as a verification of talent, should I say……?”

This time, for some reason, the end of her sentence went up.

It seems like there are some ambiguous parts when trying to explain it to a barbarian’s level…….

“It means your credibility goes up.”

I am a barbarian with the mind of a modern person and a barbaric body.

Shavin clapped her hands as I summarized it briefly and concisely.

“Yes! Simply put, that’s right! Hmm, well… with Bjorn-nim’s reputation, you’d get requests from all over the place even without that.”

“It’s not really like that.”

I smiled bitterly.

Two weeks have passed since I gained the reputation of the Little Vulcan.

Even so, this is the first time someone has contacted me for a request.

I have a rough idea of the reason.

‘It must be because I’m an ignorant barbarian.’

Being good at fighting is different from being good at work.

But maybe I can use this opportunity to change the perception of me.

But I shouldn’t stand out too much either…….

“I’ll take that request.”

I made my decision.

***

“Then, I’ll be on my way.”

When the detailed explanation of the request was over, the barbarian left the place without any regrets.

Shavin smiled as she watched his back.

‘He was an interesting person after a long time.’

I wondered why that child was talking about other people, but now I think I know.

It feels like my mind is at ease after having a conversation with a pure person after a long time.

Surely, that child must have felt something similar.

Even if it was just a passing remark.

It’s been years since that child mentioned someone else first.

‘I was still worried, so I met him in person, but he doesn’t seem like a bad person. He didn’t seem to know anything about that child either…….’

Shavin took a sip of her tea and organized her thoughts.

Next time, it would be good to create a meeting for the three of us, pretending it was a coincidence. If I leave it alone, the two of them will never become friends.

‘Maybe I’m getting ahead of myself…….’

It’s time for that child to make a friend.

***

Two days later.

Ten days before the labyrinth opens.

I arrived at the entrance of the sewer with the guidance of the administrative staff.

Somehow, with all the members of Team Half-Pint.

“……Bjorn, you didn’t say it would smell this bad.”

“I didn’t know it would be this bad either. But if it’s a sewer, you should have expected it to some extent, right?”

“Y-yes, but still…….”

This is what happened after I talked about the request at the meeting yesterday.

[You don’t have to share the request fee. Exploring the sewer where all sorts of rumors are going around? Hahaha! How can I miss such an opportunity?]

[May I come along too? I’ve been reading books lately, so my head hurts. I think it’ll be a good change of pace.]

[Hmm, if it’s a sewer, the path must be complicated, right? It’s the perfect place to test my new abilities.]

[They said criminals hide there, right? It might be dangerous to go alone.]

Everyone was bored from training every day, so they decided to come along.

So, I just said yes.

They said I don’t have to share the request fee, so there’s no need to refuse free labor.

‘Even if it’s not the others, the scout, Rotmiller, will be of great help.’

After handing the map I received from the administrative staff to Rotmiller, I inserted the video recorder into the helmet’s slot to record the patrol process.

Now, the preparations are complete.

“Let’s get going.”

I took the lead and opened the iron gate.

Then, I went down the damp stairs to the basement.

When I stepped on the last step, there was almost no light, so I had to light a torch.

“It’s wider than I thought?”

“That’s why the guys who hide there come out from time to time. Hahaha!”

The sewage water flowing and the ditch next to it.

The torch flickers, creating a somewhat eerie atmosphere.

“It’s this way.”

Following Rotmiller’s guidance, I carefully walk over the ditch so as not to fall into the water. The surroundings become noticeably darker as we move away from the entrance.

“Did you know? There’s a rumor that a terrible monster lives in the sewer…….”

The dwarf is laughing and spreading rumors as if he’s having fun.

Misha and Dwarki are listening to it seriously.

“Dwarki, is there really a monster?”

“I heard that all the waste from the magic tower flows into the sewer. If reagents or monster corpses randomly meet and have some kind of reaction, it is possible for such a monster to be created.”

“Oh, is that so?”

What do you mean, ‘is that so?’

Even our predecessor was paid 150,000 stones per session and went in and out of the sewer for two years without any problems. Realistically, would there be such a thing?

Splish, splash-

I sigh inwardly and carefully move my feet.

But is it because of the dwarf’s constant talk about monsters?

The sound I make every time I walk sounds particularly loud.

‘With five of us doing this, it feels like we’ve entered a dungeon.’

Shit, is something really going to happen?

Surviving the Game as a Barbarian [EN]

Surviving the Game as a Barbarian [EN]

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[English Translation] After nine grueling years, Hansu Lee finally conquers the infamously challenging game "Dungeon and Stone." But his victory is short-lived; upon defeating the final boss, he's thrust into a blinding light and awakens as Bjorn Yandel, a barbarian warrior within the game's universe. In this perilous world, survival hinges on his ability to embody the savage strength and cunning of his new identity. Armed with only his gaming knowledge and a barbarian's physique, Hansu must navigate treacherous dungeons, battle formidable monsters, and conceal his true origins to avoid deadly suspicion. Dive into "Surviving the Game as a Barbarian" and join Hansu on a relentless quest where the line between player and character blurs, and every decision is a fight for survival.

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