Surviving the Game as a Barbarian – 140



Episode 140: Awakening (3)

[Swing].

Unlike other skills there is no need for intensive imaging because it is simply swung strongly.

Huh!

This skill didn’t even have common effects such as light shining on the weapon or a gust of wind blowing out.

When I was playing the game I was a little dissatisfied with this part.

Skills tend to become more flashy and have fancy names as they get higher so why is this skill the only one?

I realized the answer today.

‘The ogre was also efficient.’

In reality having effects doesn’t help. Because it only stands out and exposes only my information to a knowledgeable enemy.

Rather this is more practical.

And as if to prove it.

“Regal Vagos casted [Dark Shroud].”

The guy uses a defense skill.

It is unknown exactly on what basis this decision was made.

Maybe you just thought this was enough.

So rather than retreating he may have decided that it would be more reasonable to keep his distance and stab the sword into a vital spot.

but….

Kwazijic!

The grade 4 skill [Dark Curtain] is shattered as soon as it touches my mace without being able to last even a second.

It was natural.

Although it may not have grand names like [Earthquake] or [Avatar’s Fury] [Swing] is a high-tier attack skill even at level 3.

“…!”

Only then did he realize the situation and twist his body.

If that was going to happen I should have avoided it from the beginning.

Wow!

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It wasn’t the top of the head that I was aiming for but my mace succeeded in hitting the guy’s shoulder.

He is a guy who lets out a short groan and quickly widens the distance as if he is an effective hit.

Tadat.

The dislocated shoulder is sagging to the point of being deformed.

He quickly puts his sword in his mouth and moves his free hand into his pocket.

Probably subspace.

What you’re trying to take out is probably a potion.

‘Who do you consider an asshole?’

I have no intention of giving myself any recovery time.

“Dwalky! “Use voice control.”

Since my opponent was a person I turned on the team voice and rushed towards him.

And the order was quickly placed.

“Hikurod Rotmiller! You two guard Dwalki. Misha you stay close behind me!”

Of course we don’t have time to talk at length right now so let’s start with the basic formation again.

I gave detailed instructions step by step.

Fortunately my colleagues accepted their duties without any warning.

It started with Dwalki.

Huh!

The moment when he dodged my mace with a civilian-like movement.

The curse magic seeps into its body.

“Riol Warb Dwalki casted the level 9 curse spell [Slow].”

In fact it is safe to say that this alone is enough for one person.

If I were to be specific that guy is a type that specializes in agility.

“Things like dirt…!”

The guy didn’t hide his anger and showed off his full power.

From the level 5 essence [Advanced Acceleration] to [Afterimage].

In an instant the agility value of the doublet must have increased.

Tadat-!

Perhaps because of my poor cognitive ability my eyes feel sore just by following the movements.

‘Stat correction even slowed me down but it’s like this.’

Even though I once again felt like a monster I calmly did what I had to do.

‘Seeing as my arm isn’t healing it looks like there are no regenerative essence or number items.’

The number of cases is narrowed down by newly acquired information.

And I focus on the role assigned to me.

Oh of course my role is simple.

Suddenly! Kakak phuuk!

Getting hit with excitement while blocking the middle of the passage.

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“Give up the thought of dying gracefully.”

He throws cold arsenic at me.

The guy was clearly showing his full power so it was impossible to avoid it with my agility level. Blocking the Arcje long sword with a shield would be virtually meaningless.

So it was just a result of hitting it with my body.

Cheeeeeeeek-!

In an instant the entire body becomes ovulated and acidic blood flows out from the gaping skin.

Because the vampire essence was gone there was no cure even if left alone like before.

But this is also not a problem.

When was the last time you had good teeth and chewed up your enemy?

Clink!

Rotmiller who was keeping the enemy in check with a crossbow from behind checks my status in real time and throws a potion from the [Treasure Warehouse].

“The body regenerates due to the recovery (medium) effect.”

Also known as Barbarian Beginner Mode.

‘It’s been a while since I did this.’

Unlike me who was filled with strange emotions the young emotion in his eyes was disbelief.

Did he just check my expression and realize that I wasn’t feeling pain at all?

He mutters as if it is absurd.

“…You crazy bastard.”

Even though he must have been in and out of the labyrinth for a long time he has yet to encounter a bastard like me.

‘It just so happens that I received rave reviews.’

Of course the reward is a mace.

Huh!

As he nimbly dodges the dwarf continues to provide support.

“Hikurod Murad casted [Electric Lightning].”

“Hikurod Murad casted [Discharge].”

An electric sphere that was launched exquisitely when floating in the air.

The guy stepped on the wall and jumped again to avoid it.

However it wasn’t too disappointing.

Because this is not the dwarf’s real role in the first place.

There were only three things I asked the dwarf.

“What do you think will change if all the scum gather together?”

Use ‘Electric Release’ to assist from a distance.

Protect your dwalki in case of any unexpected situation.

and….

“Regal Vagos casted [Dread Imprint].”

Use items at the right time.

“Hikurod Murad used [Guardian’s Armguard].”

Grade 4 monster Nightmare’s special ability [Fear Imprint].

A skill that temporarily instills strong fear in the enemy and returns the same amount of physical damage as physical damage.

「Pushes away enemies and temporarily becomes immune to all harmful effects given to allies.」

Before the skill can be used properly a gust of wind blows and my mind feels refreshed.

As expected ‘Guardian of Balance’ was not resolved.

Because it’s not a harmful effect.

“Behel—laaaaa!”

He quickly lunges at the guy who was pushed back even using [Wild Eruption].

And then he brings down the mace.

Huh!

[Swing] was not used.

Because it is clear that I will avoid it anyway.

Tadat-!

The guy turns his body sideways and swings his sword at me.

But at that time Misha who was close behind me aimed at the guy’s side.

Phew!

The blade penetrated the skin shallowly but surely.

The guy flinched and immediately aimed at Misha but Misha moved quickly and hid behind me.

‘nice.’

The movement was exactly what I expected.

The guy mutters through gritted teeth.

“You’re climbing without even knowing the subject.”

Fortunately seeing the rave reviews again it looks like there were no other problems with my tactics.

Therefore the status quo was maintained.

“The body regenerates due to the recovery (medium) effect.”

I take on the role of meat shield.

Dwarki Rotmiller Dwarf provides long-distance support.

And Misha gets electrocuted avoids my attacks etc. Whenever an opportunity arises he jumps out and stabs his sword.

Kakakkakkakkuk puhuk!

Damage steadily accumulates as the battle continues.

“You guys don’t even think about coming back alive.”

In the end he also used essence and other number items that were unknown to the city.

But he didn’t change anything.

The frequency with which he had to use potions increased but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.

Just keep your mouth shut.

‘…Anyway it was level 9 after all.’

The nine essences it possesses have been revealed.

The only level 3 essence that was known was the end.

Well isn’t it obvious that if you’re level 3 it’s not that easy to get even if you’re on the 9th floor?

“Bjorn! And that shining blade is here!!”

I had a feeling that the time had come to decide the outcome.

After a battle that lasted about 30 minutes everything he had in his hand was confirmed. If things continue like this it is possible for the guy to step back for a while and come back with the priest in tow.

Therefore…

‘now.’

Now that the battle has been prolonged you have become accustomed to the current situation.

“…!”

Dash with all your might and stretch out your hands.

Tadat.

The guy stepped back slightly and widened the distance.

It wasn’t much different from the psychopath in the example.

Once you feel like you’re used to it move only as much as necessary.

Is this something like a habit only for the powerful?

Thank you so much.

“The character casted [Giant].”

As the body expands the arms become longer to match.

Without letting go I grabbed the guy by the hair.

“…!”

There was an urgency on his face that I had never seen before.

Actually I guess I didn’t know [Giantization] existed because I intentionally didn’t use it until now.

It feels like all the hard work so far has been rewarded.

‘It’s a red light.’

When I secretly checked I saw that his traffic light ring had a red gem emitting light.

thus

I raised my mace and shouted impatiently.

“Behel—laaaaaaa!!!”

For just one chance.

A move for conversion that has been silently waiting for its moment.

This is what will be my super special move from today.

So to speak in a gigantic state where the stats are blown up due to a wild eruption do everything you can—

‘Swing.’

I hit the mace on the guy’s head with all my might. I was confident that if I got this one hit everything would be over.

That’s why I was able to see it.

“Noundez Aunjo.”

All the changes that happened the moment that guy’s lips opened.

“The character’s soul power is insufficient.”

“[Giantization] ends.”

I lose strength from my whole body.

Additionally the eye level suddenly drops and the field of view narrows.

Quang!

The mace swung normally and hit her on the floor.

“Kehehehe.”

Before I knew it the guy who had escaped my grasp was vomiting up blood. And as I watched this I thought of only one thing.

You damn bastard.

What on earth have you done now?

The answer came quickly.

‘Nimiral.’

A unique skill that all dragon people are born with.

It is known that he can never use it due to the ‘dragon’s curse’.

“Regal Vagos casted [Equation: Silence of the Soul].”

It was Yongeon (龍言).

***

‘Guardian of Balance’.

This field effect equalizes the total basic stats.

But in the meantime you have to fight one-on-one.

A level 4 essence was also sealed.

Thanks to the Ogre Essence I found a strategy for using the Arcje longsword which was the most difficult and I also used various consumable items obtained from hidden rooms without hesitation.

And even a special move aimed at the decisive timing.

I thought this was enough to defeat even a 9th floor explorer.

So pathetic.

Despair can come to anyone at any time.

In short contracting a rare disease at a very young age. While on a long-awaited trip an accident occurs and a loved one leaves your side.

There was a huge fire at my relative’s house where I was living.

My mother who said she would be with me tomorrow suddenly disappears.

These are all things that can happen in reality.

Without any warning.

Whether it’s raining or sunny.

Unknowingly.

It has the quality of going to someone.

Just like this moment.

“Sigh.”

The guy spits spit mixed with blood on the floor.

And pick up the Akze long sword that fell on the ground.

but….

Pachichichit-!

Sparks flew from the sword as if rejecting his touch.

The guy frowned and forcibly grabbed the sword and plunged it into subspace.

and….

Trudging.

He slowly walked towards us.

I lifted the mace with difficulty.

The mace which felt light as a feather just a moment ago now felt as heavy as a rebar.

Trudging.

Information about this phenomenon came to mind without me even having to wrap my head around it.

“The character has fallen into a state of soul exhaustion.”

Soul exhaustion.

A status ailment that occurs when soul power reaches 0%.

Even in the game I’ve encountered this quite easily. Even if you use the skill sparingly your soul power will never drop to 0%.

“All stats are temporarily reduced by 70%.”

I realized.

“Everyone suddenly became quiet?”

New Plan A is a failure.

And the price is…

Well you’ll find out from now on.

Wow!

The guy’s kick pushes Shinhyung back significantly.

Although he blocked it with both arms the shock resonated down to his bones.

“Bjorn…!”

Misha hurriedly rushed forward brandishing her sword but she was too short to reach the bastard.

Like a martial arts master he wrapped his arms around Misha’s wrists and snatched her sword.

and….

“What a piece of trash.”

He kicked Misha in the abdomen and sent him flying far away.

The crossbow that Rottmiller fired just in time?

Before I could reach it I was cut by the sword and split in two.

“Just because of these things….”

He looks at us and mutters coldly.

Those words gave me goosebumps and my heart was beating wildly as if it was broken.

However even during this time like a habit my head combined the given clues.

“Maybe you don’t know.”

The guy is not in any good condition either.

He vomited blood earlier. Anyway if he was in 100% condition my arm would have been broken already.

From the looks of it it looks like you can’t even use a sword.

“How much time have I spent on the ground now?”

There are many positive aspects.

But even so it is nothing compared to us.

“Miss Misha! “Come to your senses!”

I heard a crying voice from behind and the guy took a step closer to me.

“Don’t hope for a barbarian’s eternal rest. Even death won’t be able to save you.”

This is not just a statement to scare you.

Because I know what the only level 3 essence that guy has is.

Trup-

The situation is truly hopeless.

What should I do?

If things continue like this it will be difficult to escape.

It was that moment when his head was filled with just such thoughts.

“Lol Warb Dwalki casted the level 8 attack magic [Ice Lance].”

An ice spear with the same power as before is fired.

Two of them too.

Even ‘orbit adjustment’ has been completed.

Pishuuuuut!

The guy urgently twisted his body.

And he dodged the other one by barely pushing it away with his sword. Normally he would have been blocked with [Dark Curtain] or easily destroyed with a sword.

With this much effort he blocked the magic.

“…!”

This made me realize.

I don’t understand why I didn’t think of this right away…

Wizards do not use soul power.

In other words there was no debuff due to soul exhaustion.

That means.

“Okay I guess I’ll have to kill you first.”

Dwalki must be protected.

“Everyone come to your senses!!!”

If you want to live.