The Return Of The Genius Ranker Of All Times [EN]: Chapter 114

114.

Do-hyun flopped backward, gasping for breath.

‘That was one seriously nasty bastard.’

Though it wasn’t long, he could say that with certainty.

Today was the hardest day he’d had playing God of Atrocity Online. Even when he caught the tutorial boss, he wasn’t this worn out.

He could deal with the first resurrection, but when the hidden phase activated and it resurrected again, he’d cursed out loud for real.

‘Surely it’s not still alive, is it?’

Suffering from PTSD [Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by a terrifying event], Do-hyun jumped up with a worried thought and looked around, but there wasn’t even a trace of the thing.

It was really dead now.

-My lord, that was an excellent finish.

-Master! You really did it!? No way!

-Lizariza!!

“Ah.”

As if to confirm it, Charlie bowed his head, and the two excited creatures rushed over. Do-hyun finally let out a sigh of relief.

Funnily enough, it was only after seeing them that he really felt like he’d caught it.

Charlie looked at him with satisfaction, and soon Do-hyun was satisfied too.

Because of the messages floating in front of him.

[You have defeated ‘Gaiman the Destroyer,’ the abyss contractor who broke the taboo.]

…….

[Hidden conditions have been met, and confirmed rewards are being paid out.]

[You have acquired the Azure Sword of Radiant Taxinel, the Murky Armor of Taxinel, and the Murky Boots of Taxinel.]

[Set options are applied when equipped.]

…….

‘Kyaa. This is the most satisfying part.’

There was a feast of numerous messages, but his eyes went to the equipment first.

No less than the armaments of Taxinel, the vice-captain of the Lair Knights.

Not expecting them to be ordinary, Do-hyun checked the information with an excited heart.

[Azure Sword of Radiant Taxinel]

[Grade: Hero+]

[Description: Taxinel, the vice-captain of the Lair Knights, symbolizing the Azure Duke.

A sword he often used in his radiant days, it contains the power of the Azure Duke that dispels darkness.]

[Level Restriction: 35]

[Equip Restriction: Knight]

[Physical Attack Power: 241 ~ 268]

[Durability: 100 / 100]

[Monster Slayer: Damage +8% when dealing damage to monsters and dark-type enemies]

[Azure Duke: You can borrow the power of the Azure Duke. (Cooldown 3 hours)]

[Murky Armor of Taxinel]

[Grade: Hero+]

[Description: The murky armor Taxinel always wore when investigating the abyss.

There are many stories that it was because the murky energy dispelled fear, but the truth is that it was comfortable to wear and had excellent performance.]

[Level Restriction: 35]

[Equip Restriction: Knight]

[Physical Defense: 194]

[Magic Resistance: 175]

-Strength + 5

-Agility + 5

-Stamina + 5

[Anti-Magic: Reduces effects such as mental manipulation and continuous damage by 50%. Also, damage taken from dark-type enemies is reduced by 30%.]

[Light Body: Provides a light wearing sensation, eliminating the speed reduction of plate armor.]

[Murky Boots of Taxinel]

[Grade: Hero+]

[Description: Specially crafted shoes that Taxinel wore with the murky armor when investigating the abyss. Special materials are included to aid the wearer’s movements.]

[Level Restriction: 35]

[Equip Restriction: Knight]

[Physical Defense: 138]

[Magic Resistance: 129]

-Agility + 5

-Sense + 5

-Magic Power + 5

[Nimble Footwork: Movement speed increases by 2% per second when moving. (Maximum 6 stacks)]

[Levitation: Allows one jump in the air.]

‘Wow…….’

The effects were so impressive that he couldn’t help but admire them.

‘Hero+… That’s awesome.’

It would be a lie if he said he didn’t expect to get something good since he caught something that was made impossible to catch.

But he never imagined he’d get three Hero+ grade equipment pieces.

As expected of Hero+, each option was brutal.

‘There’s a reason why the difference of one grade is so huge.’

This game is like that in general, but it’s especially noticeable from the Hero grade onwards.

There’s a huge gap between Hero and Hero+, and an incomparable difference between Hero+ and Legend.

It was no exaggeration to say it was like the difference between heaven and earth.

‘Of course, I have Mythic grade equipment.’

Still only at the Hero grade, he’d obtained the best equipment among what Do-hyun had.

[Taxinel’s Darkness Slayer Set]

-3 set: Attack power and defense increase by 20% when entering combat with dark types, and when health drops below 10%, all stats +10% for 120 seconds, all stats +8

‘Kuh… Good options.’

The conditional requirement of entering combat with dark types was a bit disappointing, but the increase was enormous.

Considering that more options of that kind were attached, it would boast monstrous destructive power when facing dark-type bosses.

And even excluding that, each and every option was like a gem.

-Hmm? Judging by those nostrils, looks like something good dropped?

-Liza?

It must have been so good that it showed on his face. Do-hyun lightly ignored Jihad’s unpleasant but sharp guess and focused on the remaining messages.

The equipment alone was amazing, but there were still plenty of rewards left.

[Swordsmanship proficiency has increased. Swordsmanship proficiency becomes LV 15.]

…….

[Dagger proficiency has increased. Dagger proficiency becomes LV 10.]

[Shield proficiency has increased. Shield proficiency becomes LV 6.]

Thanks to the tough battle, the proficiency of various weapons noticeably increased, and

[Due to an unbelievable achievement, the reward for the sudden quest ‘The Only Hope’ is changed.]

[As an enhanced reward, you acquire a high-grade skill gacha ticket, the title Hero of Brion, and overwhelming support and high favorability from all citizens and priests of Brion.]

[From now on, you will be the envy of all NPCs in Brion.]

[The favorability of Brion’s NPCs is at its maximum.]

[The residents will be on your side no matter what false accusations you face.]

A further upgraded quest reward greeted Do-hyun.

‘Crazy…….’

Do-hyun couldn’t help but admire this dazzling feast of rewards.

Just getting a high-grade skill gacha ticket would have been more than enough, but a title was added, and now even the favorability of the citizens as well as the priests had increased.

He had acquired the maximum favorability of all NPCs in Brion.

‘There probably hasn’t been a user like this before.’

No matter how serious someone is about favorability, it’s impossible to gain the favor of everyone.

Just like in human relationships, that was an immutable law even in the virtual reality of God of Atrocity Online.

Because someone can be an object of envy to someone, but a mortal enemy to someone else.

‘Except for these unusual cases, that is.’

No matter how different people’s minds are, when you save a city from crisis, you deserve to be envied by everyone.

This alone was enough to feel good, but the favorability of the residents of Brion was a bit more special.

[You have completed the 2nd Trial, ‘Proof of the Apostle’.]

[Proof of the Apostle]

-Grade: 2nd Trial

-Description: Those who wish to graduate from Brion, the second city on the main continent, must pass the trial of God.

The amount of proof shown as an apostle to gain the admiration of the people is measured numerically, and the rank of the reward is determined accordingly.

-Clear Condition: Reach level 35, Proof as an Apostle

-Clear Reward: Differentially paid by rank. (D~S rank)

-Time Limit: None.

[Checking how much proof you have shown as an apostle to gain the admiration of the people.]

[Measuring rank.]

This place’s graduation quest was all about favorability.

Compared to other cities where you simply get along with NPCs and get minor rewards, favorability in Brion was directly tied to the performance of the graduation quest.

A trial that suited Brion, called the Holy Empire, quite well.

[Unbelievable achievement.]

[Measurement time is slightly delayed.]

Do-hyun had completed such a trial with an unbelievable achievement.

‘It’s going to flip out again.’

To be honest, he wasn’t very confident in this graduation quest.

Do-hyun chuckled, having somehow achieved a legendary feat.

He was itching to check the measured rank as soon as possible, but it was worth waiting for now.

Because, surprisingly, there were still more rewards left.

[Hero of Brion]

-Grade: Hero

-Description: A title given to the great hero who saved Brion from crisis.

All citizens of Brion will admire and yearn for you and will not forget your grace.

-Effect: Establishes a friendly relationship with Brion and receives a 20% discount and bonus benefits when buying and selling equipment in Brion.

You can also enjoy all of Brion’s benefits comfortably at any time.

All stats + 5

[Loyalty Max as soon as you get a Guardian?]

-Grade: Rare

-Description: You have achieved maximum favorability as soon as you got a Guardian. You are the owner of incredible charm!

-Effect: Reduces hostility when recruiting a new Guardian. All stats + 2

[Veteran Tamer]

-Grade: Rare

-Description: A title given to those who have raised a Guardian’s favorability to the maximum.

You who have captured the heart of the Guardian are now a full-fledged veteran tamer!

-Effect: Guardians will follow you better. However, divine beasts may be an exception.

All stats + 2

‘It’s a mess.’

Is this what it means for rewards to pour in?

He was dizzy from the endless rewards to check. Of course, even saying that, the smile didn’t leave Do-hyun’s face.

‘I’d take this kind of dizziness any number of times.’

What do you mean any number of times?

He was willing to endure it dozens more times.

The title options themselves weren’t very useful, but it was better to have them than nothing since all stats were attached.

‘There’s a Guardian whose loyalty goes to the max as soon as you get it? Kuh…….’

It was all thanks to Charlie.

Even after all this time, the fact that his loyalty was maxed out was unusual in many ways, making it even more impressive… He was reminded of Jihad.

That guy couldn’t even reach 20 even after being hit hundreds of times.

I wonder if he’s still around 50 now?

-……Master. What’s with that look? Why are you looking at me like that?

……Sometimes I think, that guy is surprisingly quick-witted.

Looking at Jihad narrowing his eyes, Do-hyun feigned ignorance.

“No. You’re great.”

-No way. That wasn’t the look…… Master, you don’t like me.

Not having any excuses to make, and feeling a bit playful, Do-hyun coolly admitted it.

“You know it.”

-Wh-what!? How could Master do this to me! I was so worried today…… well, not really, but I helped you a lot!

“Huh? Didn’t you just watch at the end? It seemed like only Charlie helped.”

“Th-that’s because my mana was all used up…….”

Jihad babbled in embarrassment, but Do-hyun ignored him, letting it go in one ear.

Then he started pounding his chest in frustration, dying of resentment.

It was when Do-hyun chuckled at that guy’s always consistent reaction.

Charlie, who had been watching their interaction for a while, frowned as if uncomfortable.

-How dare you speak to my lord in such a manner, goblin.

-……What? What did you just say?

-I said goblin, is there a problem?

-That’s not what I’m talking about…… No, and I’m not just a goblin, okay? Should I undo my seal for a bit? Should I show you?

-Ah, my apologies. Not just a goblin, but a black goblin. Did you hide something like the golden goblins? Impressive, but I’ll pass, I don’t really want to see it.

-Kyaaaaak!

Jihad, who was already frustrated, couldn’t possibly stand it.

Immediately, the arrow of anger turned to Charlie, but unfortunately, he was losing in the war of words.

-Lizariza! Liza!

Was it because he was her former master in his own way?

Eliza, who was listening, stepped up to provide support fire, but Charlie didn’t care at all even in a 2-on-1 situation.

No, he went even further.

-……Spider? No, is it a monster? It looks strange.

-Li…… za?

Eliza, who had been hopping and bravely resisting the unprecedented abuse, froze like a stone.