Surviving the Game as a Barbarian – 220



Episode 220: Monarch (4)

Raven the wizard of Team Apple Narak.

She was near the aisle with the rest of her companions.

The reason is simple.

When her attack on her knight stopped she too tried to move towards where her team’s leader was but…

She couldn’t even dare to pass by because there were thousands of people gathered so tightly.

“Mr. Einar I would like to ask you a favor. “It’s hard to see from here.”

Height: slightly over 150cm.

She who was well below the average height of a human woman sat on Einar’s shoulders and watched the events taking place in the center.

It was a long way for the sound to reach but there was no problem.

That’s a problem that can be solved with magic.

“What are you saying?”

“It’s almost done. “I think we should divide the group into groups of 300 and make our own paths.”

Raven relayed to her companions in real time what was going on in her core.

Not only she but many teams here were doing this. Whether it’s magic or hearing enhancement each person has at least one such ability.

“What about Bjorn? “What does Bjorn say?”

“Uh well… I think they want to come here first. Oh and the wizard spoke to me and it looks like Mr. Yandel is trying to gather a team.”

“Uhm yes that’s right….”

At Raven’s words Misha slowly nodded her head looking somewhat worried.

It wasn’t that she couldn’t understand.

“We are going north!”

“Is there anyone who will leave with me?”

She is already shouting to save her comrades in numerous clan teams.

Among them are famous explorers whose names spread far and wide.

Even the leader of a clan with a reputation.

There are already places where three such clans have come together to form an alliance.

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However Raven tried to speak brightly.

“What are you all worried about? Mr. Yandel you know that fame doesn’t help you? “Even if it takes some time we will be able to gather all 300 people.”

It was clearly different behavior than usual.

Because she usually analyzes the situation and just tells the truth.

but….

‘Mr. Yandel would probably have done this.’

She learned something from following the barbarian around.

A leader shouldn’t just act as he pleases—

“uh?”

Raven stiffened without realizing it.

“Why are you like that? “What happened again?”

“The wizard said he would follow Mr. Yandel.”

“Wow really? “I heard you’re a really great wizard?”

“Yes but….”

Raven was dumbfounded.

It was good news but I was very uncomfortable because I couldn’t figure out the reason.

‘If it were that person he could have gone to a much better place…’

Why did such a wizard say he would join us?

He couldn’t figure out why.

So this time I honestly opened up to my colleague and asked his opinion.

“Hmm the wizard told Yandel that people would gather? “I feel like I know what he meant.”

“You think you know?”

“Because that Yandel guy is special. “Raven you know that right?”

“I know too?”

The moment Raven asked as if she couldn’t understand Einar shouted loudly.

“Bjorn Yandel is a great warrior!!”

great warrior.

For some reason as soon as I heard it I remembered what happened at the Bloody Citadel.

Throughout history there are less than ten barbarians who have officially received that title from the king.

But then she thought.

Looking at the two-month-old barbarian passed out as if she was falling asleep after completing all her tasks.

I think that might really happen someday.

“Isn’t that why you joined this team?”

“…that’s right.”

Raven nodded obediently.

What Urikfried said was not wrong.

If she didn’t feel anything special about the barbarian she wouldn’t have joined this team.

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“He’s a guy who has a strange power to attract people.”

After finishing his conversation with his colleague Raven raised his head again and checked where Yandel was.

It’s not like a lot of time has passed since then.

[If it’s okay I’d like to work under you.]

[I think you can save the most people.]

[Haha in times like these a loyal person is the most trustworthy. Take us with you too.]

Before he knew it numerous explorers were following him.

But is it because of what Urikfried said?

The sight no longer seemed strange.

Also he did not doubt the intention of the wizard who was the first to follow him.

“It wasn’t just me…”

Sometimes in the world there are people whose backs you want to follow.

and….

[Didn’t I tell you to look at this? I think people will gather around you.]

[The wizard’s senses are pretty good.]

Most of these people left great traces.

***

One to two hours.

I expected it to take at least that long.

Even if everyone escaped through the portal there were many explorers who were better than me.

I thought I would have to work hard to compete with them and build the level of power I wanted.

but….

‘It’s probably because of this guy.’

The situation took a turn when Kyle a military wizard with knowledge power and the charisma to naturally lead people joined me.

A level 3 explorer Melter Fend led his entire clan and came under my command which stimulated the psychology of the crowd.

It’s like hoarding starts based on false rumors.

Even if you don’t think so you feel like if everyone else is doing it you should too right?

“Behel—laaaaa!!”

“Barbaraan’s Hope!”

“Follow the great warrior!!”

The excited shouts of the barbarians who were very excited about this situation barely passed through one ear and they moved forward.

It was a feeling I had never felt before.

“Take me with you too! “I will never hold your ankle!”

Is this how a superstar feels upon arriving at the airport?

Every time you take a step a new team clan or individual who is confident in you approaches and appeals to you.

So I raised the bar.

The reason is simple.

According to the basic market principles of supply and demand I am now a leader.

“Tell me the role and level.”

“Level 5 I’m alone now but I was playing the role of guardian in my original team.”

Guardian refers to the warrior role that stands at the forefront.

If you’re level 5 your skills will be fine.

“What’s your name?”

“Fell Acabird.”

Passed.

“Nice to meet you this is Bjorn Yandel’s son. “Come behind me.”

As I moved around I recruited only the people I needed and increased my power.

‘Almost all of the priests go through the portal and are nowhere to be seen.’

It’s unfortunate but there’s nothing we can do.

The only way to do this is to fill the occupations with warriors and wizards as much as possible.

Ah it would be better if it were an article.

“…Carls Erimore.”

“Is there room for me and my colleagues? “There are three apprentice knights and one regular knight.”

There were also cases where people with a connection showed themselves.

“I never thought you would have been abandoned too.”

“I guess it means that being an explorer-turned-apprentice knight isn’t that important.”

An article by Baron Martoin that I met at the count’s house.

He doesn’t have a bad personality and is a former explorer so he’ll probably be able to do his part.

Moreover there is one knight who can use Aurors.

“Follow me.”

“Thank you.”

Step by step.

Every time you take a step the number following increases.

The number of barbarians who decided to follow me had long exceeded the limit of 300 but I continued to cast people.

‘It’s okay if we divide it into 300 people anyway.’

If you travel the same route you can help each other in an emergency.

I never expected that it would be possible to gather enough people to do that.

‘Okay things are going well.’

How much further could it have gone?

Even in this large crowd one person’s face was visible.

“Takelan.”

The guy was standing there alone.

He didn’t seek out a team like anyone else did and he didn’t even have the will to make one.

Maybe he’s just given up on it all.

“….”

When our eyes met he avoided his gaze.

Just looking at it it seemed like he wanted me to pretend not to notice and pass it by. However I am a member of the barbarian clan who needs to do whatever he wants to relieve his frustration.

I approached the guy and said.

“Follow me.”

I didn’t know why it was like that.

The words just came out of my mouth first.

“If you want to live quickly.”

“Do you think I… would want to live?”

A guy who mutters as if he heard something strange.

“Lena was my wife.”

Yes that’s right.

“But why should I live?”

I answered.

“Because there has to be someone to deliver the news.”

It wasn’t my true intention.

Even at the last moment of taking one’s own life everyone longs for life deep in their hearts.

In fact Takelan also ran after us until the end even though he lost all of his companions.

Was there really a reason back then?

Well I don’t think so.

but….

“Yes there was that….”

If there is a reason people can wake up more easily.

“If you come to your senses come back.”

“…Why do you have to be so kind to me? “If you were who you are now you wouldn’t even need me.”

I answered honestly to the point of being selfish.

“If you survive it will put my mind at ease a little.”

Using others to alleviate my guilt.

In a way it is similar to the behavior of the knight commander.

The only difference is that I know how cowardly I am.

“….”

I don’t know what you thought after hearing what I said.

But after that conversation Takelan went behind me and joined the group.

‘I spent a lot of time unintentionally.’

I continued to lead the group.

Before long I saw my colleague down the aisle.

“Bjorn!!”

As soon as we reach the street Misha and Einar come running and greet me warmly.

I roughly pushed him away and had a conversation with Raven.

“Raven did anything happen?”

“yes….”

“Thank goodness. “Did you hear what was said inside?”

“Yes I heard….”

Okay there’s no need to explain things like that again.

“But why do you keep averting your eyes?”

“no? Didn’t you? Now look!”

Hmm is that so?

For some reason it seemed like he was having a hard time with me.

Oh is it because of the people gathered behind?

Actually the Legion Commander Barbarian mode looks very majestic to me.

Raven seemed to have come to her senses after I teased her and she regained her normal self and spoke.

“Anyway if it’s this big… we can just figure out the number of people and leave right away. It went really well. “We were already running out of time.”

Time is running out.

It’s not wrong.

But there is one thing left to do before that.

That may be the most important thing in overcoming this crisis.

***

Kyle Pevrosk.

A level 3 military wizard with the nickname ‘Iron Mage’.

He let out a laugh.

‘I was wondering what I was going to do….’

Indeed the more I looked at him the more fascinating he seemed.

After gathering so many people the first thing they do is make a statement.

“What’s your name?”

Approach each person one by one and ask their name.

And after hearing the name we shake hands briefly.

“Nice to meet you I’m Bjorn Yandel’s son.”

Someone even asked that barbarian.

Why are you making a full statement when you don’t have time?

The answer that came out at that time was truly shocking.

“Aren’t there still many people who don’t know their names?”

“So what does that have to do with—”

“It’s important to me. So don’t disturb me.”

The barbarian continued to chant as if he were performing a truly sacred ceremony.

Most considered the action meaningless.

It was the same for Melter Fend the leader of the Nartel Clan who had his own experience and insight.

“…Does it mean something?”

Kyle laughed at his subtle question.

“Melter Pend why did you decide to follow him?”

“that….”

Melter Pend hesitated before opening his mouth.

“To be honest I thought Kyle had a reason for his choice.”

“Yeah that might be the reason too. But that won’t be everything. “Because you have someone to take responsibility for.”

“…Are you aware of my situation?”

“I heard it by chance. “I received an offer from the leader but he refused saying he couldn’t abandon the remaining clan members right?”

“This is somehow embarrassing.”

“What is there to be ashamed of? I think it was a wise choice. However the clan members who tried to protect them simply look at the choices of others and move accordingly….”

“Even when I look at it it’s a reason I don’t understand.”

Melter Fend smiled sheepishly.

And she spoke carefully.

“It may sound strange but I felt that way for some reason. “I think it would be safest to stand behind that back…”

“Follow your intuition….”

“It’s quite common in this industry. In the end if you are unlucky you will die.”

“I’m not trying to blame you. In fact everyone here is probably not that different from you.”

“yes?”

Melter Pend tilted his head but Kyle just spit out something incomprehensible.

“Just watch. “You will soon find out whether it was pointless or not.”

So the two observed the barbarian without much conversation. He was still taking turns asking each person’s name.

“…Hans?”

“No it’s Hanbus.”

“Oh really? Nice to meet you! “It may only be a moment but please take care of it.”

“Please take care of me!”

The process of asking your name and briefly saying hello.

That was just it but a lot had changed from the beginning.

“Teterudra. Nice to meet you. “The ax is cool.”

“Haha that’s the best compliment for a dwarf.”

“I’ll ask you later.”

“Don’t worry about cancer.”

The atmosphere becomes increasingly unpleasant.

The muscles around the mouths of those who seemed to have thorns in the face of a battle that cannot guarantee their lives relax.

“Wait a minute why am I just passing by?”

“Didn’t you ask that as soon as we first met? “It was Davers right?”

“Huh you remember all that?”

“Because we are colleagues who must fight together.”

Only then did Melter Pend realize the cause of this change.

That barbarian was gaining the trust of these many people so naturally.

Just by asking for your name.

“Bjorn son of Yandel. “Are you really going to listen to all these people’s names?”

“But is there a problem?”

“No I think he’s a really honest guy. I’m Humble Elbertine. “If we go out let’s have a drink.”

“I remembered Humble Albertine.”

“I can’t be left out in that situation. me too! Please embrace me too!”

The building of trust wasn’t just the story of the two of them sharing a clear statement.

Because the short conversation we had while saying our names was heard by others.

“You are no longer… a stranger.”

Melter Pend was truly astonished.

They were people who inevitably belonged to a group but were strangers until today.

But now we know each other’s names and faces.

I can understand to some extent what kind of person he is through the brief conversation I overheard.

The relationship I shared with that barbarian became something I had in common.

They become entangled and entangled like a spider web forming a bond.

“Bjorn Yandel… he really calculated everything that would happen like this…?”

“Well I guess not.”

“It doesn’t make sense to say that.”

“What?”

“…They don’t usually do things like that without a reason.”

Kyle chuckled.

That’s certainly usually the case.

Usually doing the same thing produces completely different results.

but….

“Don’t try to understand. If you have studied history you would know this. “There are bound to be people like that in every era.”

Because it is an action and result that cannot be understood through the eyes of the criminal.

They are considered great.

***

After a long time of shouting and saying goodbye.

The moment when under Kyle’s advice the group of 1000 people was divided into three.

“Behel—laaaaa!!”

I shouted with all my might out of respect for the blessings of the ancestors.

“Hehe… look. Why did you yell again this time? “Why don’t the other barbarians scream along with you?”

Oh I’m sorry about that….

But I can’t help it.

‘I can’t believe there is no Hans among all these people.’

Isn’t this like a revelation from the ancestral spirits?