Episode 171
48. How we winter (2)
Although emphasized over and over again.
The most important piece on the chessboard called Paradise Academia is the main character, Aidan Christopher.
Without him, the story would not progress and the final boss, ‘Gailum’, the foot of the giant, could never be defeated.
But the problem is… … .
The point was that the main scenario started to change little by little due to the emergence of the Nara variable.
Even if it hasn’t deviated from the big frame so far.
I had no idea how it would be twisted later.
Because even I, the player, did not know what kind of butterfly effect would be caused by acting like this right now.
Therefore, there was a need to grow Aidan faster than the existing flow.
Even if the boss of the end of the third year suddenly pops up at the beginning of the second year.
If Aidan had enough force, he would be able to repel it easily.
In other words, this winter vacation was a ‘burning time’ suitable for high-speed level-up.
“ah… … Academy Dog Jam. The kids are weak, the content is lacking.”
If you can make those words come out of Aidan’s mouth, the operation will be successful.
“Aidan Christopher is a wizard. And I’m also learning swordsmanship from time to time. He said he was getting help from Bernax-senpai.”
“I heard the story. As he is the successor to the Weapon Master, he said he has some swordsmanship skills.”
In recognition of his strength, Byron, who maintains a strong relationship with seniors, added.
As for Aidan, there seems to be a lot of information coming in.
“But that’s just not enough. No matter how senior you are, your work will come first.”
I answered Byron.
It is said that from next year, from that Bernax, the Knights Templar will go to the continent.
As far as I can now help out purely of kindness.
When preparations for graduation begin in earnest, Bernax cannot help Aidan.
So, if Aidan’s colleagues are strong… … .
It was absolutely not.
Karin Ophilus, even so, Beltane and Robin were still only at the level of first-year semi-strongs.
Camillana George, who has grown tremendously through the Spirit Contract.
From the beginning, Tae-Hoon and So-Young have established themselves as second-class members of the same clan.
And unlike Byron and Illyana, who were born with overwhelming abilities, they were normal companions.
Other than that, the co-workers I currently carry are mostly people with poor efficiency or flaws.
In other words, the current Aidan is following the evils of the typical 1st player.
A lineup that satisfies the desire for quick correction.
Just looking at a dead person like me is stressful.
“So that’s where we go.”
I opened my eyes and made eye contact with each of my colleagues.
Coincidentally, unlike the other side where the lineup is quite poor.
We are overflowing with talent.
Even Lorna Aztel-senpai was like that right now.
She is currently the only wizard available in the Illuminati.
An archmage with a signature skill called ‘Time Magic’.
Her knowledge and magical experience would be of great help to the wizard Aidan.
And what about the two fighters Camilla and Geum Kang-mun?
Both Hwagwonryu and Geumgangmun were excellent alternatives as secondary attack means.
Besides, wizards are vulnerable to close combat.
If you even learn martial arts, you will be able to overcome that weakness easily.
A true weapon master is a way to use even your own body as a weapon.
Not only that, the range of weapons that could be used by each person was very wide, even excluding their skills.
Camilla is a spear, Byron is a greatsword, and George is a rapier.
Because I had a javelin and a one-handed sword.
At this point, the lineup of weapons is complete except for the battle axe, hammer, and double sword.
In archery, Tae-Hoon, So-Young, and Iliana have great bow skills.
If that’s difficult, there’s a way to have a built-in crossbow.
‘Wow, that’s crazy to think about.’
It is truly the best academy where you can learn according to Aidan’s taste.
Academy within Academy.
In terms of pure skills, it is a special lecture academy with only famous instructors who are of the highest level.
In real life, how many millions of won a month would be ridiculously broken to go to a place like this?
Even thinking about it myself, it was a lineup that made my heart majestic.
“I have already talked to Aidan. Of course, the detailed schedule needs to be coordinated in detail… … .”
“I know what you mean.”
Senior Lorna Aztel nodded and stood up from her seat.
“In short, it means that we should become hero makers.”
“That’s right.”
Hero Maker.
How heartbreaking is that word?
The public’s interest is less than that of a hero, and sometimes even his achievements disappear without realizing it… … .
That is why it is an even more honorable title.
“I am a hero maker… … .”
George is already on the happy circuit. I was so moved that even my hands were trembling.
“Sanwoo-nim, when exactly can we start preparing?”
Soyoung, who had been quietly listening to all the stories, asked carefully.
It was also the sharpness of the Illuminati’s chief staff.
Note that the senior staff position has just been appointed.
“Until next week. Let’s make sure everyone is ready.”
“OK.”
“All right.”
“Then let’s disband!”
He also delivered a simple message and a space-time artifact that can resist bugs, so I’ve seen all the chapters.
The problematic curriculum is to be developed gradually.
First, let’s take a look at Aidan’s combat experience and skills he has grown so far.
‘Shall we take a quick look around the dungeon first?’
* * *
Two days after the first regular meeting of the Illuminati.
“Mr. Baeksanwoo!”
“Aidan-sama, welcome!”
I greeted the hero running warmly with a smile.
“You came on time.”
“of course. It’s a promise with the leader, but you can’t break the time promise.”
“You have a good attitude.”
I smiled contentedly as I watched Aidan answering with courtesy.
Anyway, it felt good to receive the infinite trust of the hero and main character.
“Then let’s get straight to the point. Today, I am going to take a look at Aidan-sama’s skills.”
“Are you talking about skills? … .”
This was after talking to Aidan to some extent.
Even as a hero’s guide, things may happen that I can’t predict, so I’ll try to bring out my skills as much as possible during this vacation.
Aidan was aware of the fact that he was a hero who would one day fend off the dangers that would come to Paradise Island.
It was easy to convince without any explanation.
‘Because you’re the main character who’s always steamed.’
Aidan who is just, polite, and actively prepares for the future.
It was truly the royal road of a hero.
“There is a saying in the Eastern proverb that if you are Jipiji, you will win a hundred battles.”
“I think I’ve heard of it.”
“It’s a famous proverb. It means that if you know your enemy and know yourself, you can win a hundred battles.”
Aidan listens to what I have to say with her eyes lit up.
Controlling my slightly shrugged shoulders, I continued the conversation.
“We don’t know the enemy’s skill right now, so it would be better to check how much Aidan-sama has grown first.”
“ha ha ha… … When a leader says something like that, I get a little nervous.”
If you look at the conversation, it was a conversation between a teacher and a disciple that never went away.
This is a real hero maker.
A sense of fidelity grows.
“Then how are you going to test your skills? Dalian? Or is it a dungeon attack?”
“I’m going to the dungeon. I will also get the items you need from Aidan.”
What Aidan needed right now was a real temperament.
And among them, items that pursue extreme stability.
Once it’s stamped with a dill and not pressed down, it won’t be able to counterattack or not.
So this is the dungeon we prepared for you.
“Today’s dungeon is Toryong Cave.”
“Yes?”
His handsome face quickly turns into embarrassment.
Dragon Cave.
One of the newly unlocked dungeons at the end of the first year.
True to the name of the Toryong Cave, it was a top-notch dungeon with dragon boss monsters.
True to the word of a top-notch dungeon, it is a level that cannot be cleared with the specifications of a normal first-year student.
In the first place, the Dungeon Management Bureau did not issue access permits to first-year students.
Those who can enter the dungeon right now are those who are seniors in 3rd grade or higher, made up of all-star members.
Or just a party made up of veterans among experienced adventurers.
That fact proves that this dungeon is tough.
Aidan could not have known about it, so he asked me.
“That Toryong Cave, you mean…? … ?”
“Yes.”
It’s no wonder he reacts like that.
It is not a dungeon that you can break simply because you have good skills, but a place that requires combat experience to support you.
It was the Toryong Cave.
Isn’t it a newbie grinder for nothing?
“The two of us in that dungeon?”
“Absolutely. Who else could there be?”
Aidan’s pupils began to shake at my resolute words.
“Aidan-sama, the enemy Aidan-sama will have to face in the future will have a much more powerful force than the Toryong. Toryong is nothing.”
It was true.
Newbie crusher monsters in normal games lose their magnificence from the moment they cease to be newbies.
The boss who used evil and challenged dozens of times when he was ripped off.
Afterwards, it would be nothing more than a little annoying Nogada monster, nothing less than that.
Even the Toryong Cave cannot escape that rule.
The boss of this dungeon can be easily caught even if Aidan is only in his sophomore year, sophomore year.
That said, the 3rd and 4th year All-Stars lost.
Later, they were also subjugated by other expeditions, and related data was piled up.
“In the first place, you wouldn’t even get permission to enter, but how do you get in… … .”
“There is a way. Especially Aidan-sama, it will be easy once you have had a similar experience.”
His expression hardened as he recalled something at my attitude of ignoring it.
“Is there a secret passage?”
“Yes, yes.”
I nodded, taking out the buckler I had in my bag beforehand.
To be precise, this does not mean that there is a secret ‘passage’.
“… … Oh My God.”
“You didn’t notice? This was near the Toryong Cave. Is there any reason why you made an appointment here?”
“I knew it was nearby, but I never dreamed that you would really ask me to go to the Toryong Cave.”
“Don’t worry too much. Aidan, believe in yourself. If you leave there, I will be there too.”
I smiled and looked back at Aidan. He sighed deeply, as if he couldn’t help it.
“Actually, with the guide-sama, we will be able to defeat the Toryong enough.”
You definitely think differently.
To Aidan’s murmuring, I happily replied.
“Okay, that’s my rumor… … Aren’t you sleeping these days?”
Since the last fight with Byron, I heard that my name is often mentioned not only in the Arthur School but also in Paradise Island.
Not one or two people have ever seen me run through the air in Camilla’s arms.
It wasn’t too bad though.
Unless there are some strange rumors.
“Then the secret passage of the dungeon must be this way. Is the tunnel hidden like a normal ground?”
“Eh, no?”
“Yes?”
I said, pointing to the cliff not far from here.
“I will go over there.”
I mean, why would I have brought a cheap buckler?
If you think you can’t enter the dungeon.
Of course you have to break through the wall.
