Surviving the Game as a Barbarian – 67



Episode 67: Field Boss (3)

Toad toad toad toad –

Black rain that makes your skin tingle just by touching it.

I know what this is.

[Rain of Despair]

Chaos Lord Riakis’ passive aura skill.

“The character is suffering continuous damage from the chaos attribute.”

“The character’s magic power is greatly reduced.”

「Warning: If you are continuously exposed to chaos attribute damage there is a certain probability that the status ailment [Confusion] will be applied.」

This skill not only inflicts area-wide damage but also turns the terrain hit by rain into an erosion zone and removes all types of field effects.

That means.

‘Nimiral….’

I thought it was impossible but it really came.

“It’s no guy! “He came!”

“Hey! What are you doing! “Hurry up and stop going to stop him!”

Panic breaks out among the third-floor explorers who paid protection fees.

And focuses attention on one place.

“I’m sure you’re not trying to run away and abandon us!”

“You said you would protect me but you even took the equipment! Take responsibility!”

Emotional cries from dozens of people.

The official who had made several announcements as a representative in front of the crowd smiled bitterly and let out a deep sigh.

“…This is what happens in the end.”

It’s not that I can’t understand his current feelings.

Since they have received protection money the only option they have is to fight against the hierarchical monarch with all their might.

but….

“This expedition will cause great damage.”

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Surprisingly there was only confusion on the executive’s face and no signs of anxiety or nervousness.

He soon caught his breath and shouted loudly.

“Lyakis the Lord of Chaos has arrived! “Take out everything you prepared!!”

Instructions rang loudly.

Accordingly those with the Dzarwi Clan emblem engraved on their hearts move in unison.

“Each team to each location!”

Wizards priests and ranged dealers go to the center.

Melee warrior explorers head to the outskirts.

And they start using all kinds of consumables without hesitation.

“Advanced endurance auxiliary scroll was used.”

「I used an energy regeneration auxiliary scroll.」

“The number item [Sun Lord’s Flag] was used.”

“The light of Ercium dwells in the weapon…”

「….」

「….」

Various doping-type magic scroll consumable number items and various types of equipment auxiliary consumables.

Just a moment less than a minute.

At least 10 million stone worth of consumables turn into light and disappear.

“There are enough supplies so don’t skimp! “At least one more of us will return alive!”

I felt like I had underestimated them.

Now that I see it it wasn’t that I lacked imagination.

They were already fully prepared even considering the worst-case scenario.

‘Nevertheless the reason I received protection money….’

I guess they literally just bet on it.

Because that is a little more likely.

Pisik-

For some reason I started laughing without realizing it.

‘As expected there are too many efficient creatures in this world.’

We need to be a little more humble.

These people must have risked their lives countless times to become explorers and have reached this point.

But it couldn’t have been luck that got me to that position.

“I can’t believe you always carry this much supplies with you….”

“It’s a big clan after all!”

Rather than belittling we should always be on guard.

If you’re jealous it would be more efficient to find something to learn from the report.

“Bjorn what are you going to do now?”

“What should I do? “For now we’ll just have to watch.”

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That was the original plan from the beginning.

Since I’ve encountered a class lord I have to take a big risk just to leave this place.

Well if you don’t have the right answer you’ll have to jump out right away even if it means taking risks…

‘This should be enough to hold on.’

As if to prove this a wall of fire surrounds us in the shape of a circle.

It’s not an essence skill it’s just a magic spell.

“The spirit of chaos has been destroyed.”

“The location will be eroded.”

After it started raining.

The chaos spirits that began to surge like a tidal wave were unable to break through the fire wall and were destroyed.

Huuuuuung-!

Additionally the huge barrier formed above the head even blocked the pouring rainwater.

Well there’s only so much that can be blocked with a wall of fire or a barrier.

“Bjorn look over there!”

A huge shadow slowly appears from where Misha pointed.

Accompanied by a heavy pounding of the ground.

Kuung-! Kuung-!

Horns sprouting from the top of the head.

Thick rough-looking black leather.

An ominous aura flickers above it.

[Guoooooooo—!]

A beast the size of something out of a monster movie that made you lose your sense of distance appeared easily overcoming the fire barrier.

“That’s right….”

“I am Liakis the Lord of Chaos!!”

While the crowd was scared and backed away at the sight the clan members remained calm.

“Stay where you are! “Never let it face backwards!”

Warriors who silently defend their positions as if battles with large monsters were their daily routine.

Wouldn’t you like that?

Quang-!!

The full-scale battle began with Liakis slamming his front foot down.

***

What about actual raids not in-game?

The answer to a long-held question I had was actually simple.

“Never try to block just avoid! “Do you understand?”

Not only melee dealers but even tanks thoroughly avoid head-on combat and dexterously avoid swinging tails or slashing claws.

After all they probably know best.

No matter how strong your body is and how high your strength level is there is no way you can compete with such a monster in a battle of strength.

‘Is this what a real battle with a monarch-level opponent is like? ‘That’s interesting.’

Is it because it is a role I will have to play someday?

Certainly the focus is on the battles of melee explorers rather than the lines of wizards or dealers.

There is a lot to see and learn.

There were several dizzying scenes.

Quaaaaang-!!

No matter how hard you try to avoid it.

It is impossible for there to be no injuries in a battle with such a high-ranking monster.

Normally a blow like that would result in immediate death rather than injury…

“I can’t believe I’m still alive after receiving that….”

“…It’s truly amazing.”

With their stats boosted by numerous essences various scroll doping and support from priests and supporter-type explorers they were already a weapon.

“Aaaaa!!”

“Shibaaaah I almost fell!”

Warriors who receive healing and immediately return to the front lines even when their entire bodies are shattered.

Of course not everything was like that.

“Damn it I wasn’t such a bastard…”

“Don’t be distracted and focus on the battle!”

The battle was prolonged and deaths occurred.

One melee warrior died instantly after being crushed by Riakis’s breath and three ranged dealers who were gathered together melted in an instant.

However if we analyze the current situation calmly…

‘It’s still stable.’

“But four people have already died… isn’t this dangerous?”

Anyway this is the reaction of the explorers on the third floor.

The warriors are still holding up well on the front lines.

The wizards’ joint magic was also powerful enough to push back Liakis who was approaching the center.

‘It seems like he clearly recognizes the dark sphere pattern.’

“Let’s wait and see for now! Still it’s not the renowned Dzarwi Clan! “Will you do something for me?”

A black orb creeping up from the eroded ground and heading towards Liakis.

“Liakis the Lord of Chaos draws the power of the source.”

The ones I was most worried about were also blown up in the air by ranged dealers before being absorbed by Riakis.

“Stop the attack!!”

“He shouldn’t feel threatened anymore!”

In addition it was now clear to see that they were stopping the firepower attack in between and even managing Riakis’ vitality.

They know the strategy.

‘So I guess we just have to hold on somehow. If you start phase 2 without that item it’s over.’

“Why are you stopping the attack now? Are they all just idiots? When you gain even a little bit of momentum definitely….”

Well in a way it was natural.

A person who has played [Dungeon & Stone] for 10 years?

There’s nothing you don’t know about this game?

What does that mean?

It is just arrogance to think that I am the only one in this world who knows everything.

Labyrinths have existed for thousands of years.

It wasn’t like a world view in a game; it was reality for the people here.

You had to go in to make a living and there must have been a lot of trial and error.

And this would have been passed down to future generations as a record.

‘Truly valuable knowledge may be monopolized by only a few.’

Of course I’m not too worried.

The ‘hidden elements’ that were particularly difficult to find in the game seemed to be barely even recognized by people here.

Knowledge as a legacy will still be my greatest weapon in surviving here.

Click.

I opened my watch and checked the time.

[22:37]

Before I knew it more than three hours had already passed.

Despite the prolonged battle the clan members faithfully performed their respective roles without losing concentration.

but….

‘If we use that much consumables it would be meaningless no matter how much we paid for protection.’

Suddenly it seemed like I could understand why the large clans did not hunt the hierarchical lords even though they knew the strategy.

The reward for subjugation is not small but…

The enormous amount of goods that goes into it.

The possibility that an elite member could die.

Moreover there is a huge risk that comes back in case of failure.

‘It won’t be profitable.’

It was a time when I was thinking like that.

Quaaaaang-!

For some reason Liakis ignored his warriors and rushed toward the center crushing five ADCs in an instant.

A situation that can easily occur during a raid.

Fortunately the warriors gathered their courage and rushed at Riakis to put him back in his original position…

In the process two melee dealers died instantly.

‘Still it’ll be enough to get me through the remaining time.’

I analyzed the situation again.

The total number of deaths to date is 11.

Although the number is 20% of the total force the remaining personnel are not panicking and are doing what they need to do.

Even though there may be a little gap.

It will definitely not be enough to lead to fatal results.

The problem is that there are a lot of people around who can’t even make such simple judgments.

“Wrong! “You incompetent bastards!!”

“Do you know how many people died!!”

It may not have been the case that they fell into a state of [confusion] after stepping on an eroded area but panic broke out again among the crowd.

If you understand psychology there is nothing you can’t do.

11 deaths.

This is just based on the actual combat power of clan members because every time Riakis went crazy the explorers who paid protection fees died countless times.

‘Is your judgment impaired in a situation where you feel your life is in danger?’

In my opinion it was my mistake to be distracted like an idiot while there was a raid right next to me.

But even if I say that they won’t listen.

“The atmosphere in Bjorn is unusual.”

“I know.”

“We have to do something—”

“Wait and see. Are you thinking about it?”

I looked around as widely as possible.

The clan seemed to have not yet sensed this sign as they were only focusing on Riakis.

And in the midst of all this a man raises his voice loudly and ignites confusion.

“We can’t just watch like this. Let’s work together to survive!”

It was Jack Flitzer who took off his gear and paid for protection before anyone else.

“Do you know how many people have already died? They can’t protect us. “We must protect ourselves!”

“That’s right!”

“But how can I… without the equipment?”

“I need it back! “After all they couldn’t keep their promise right?”

Due to his instigation the death-defying groups that had previously ignored him also joined in and the scale grew uncontrollably.

I muttered briefly.

“Get ready Misha.”

“What do you mean prepare?”

“I’m leaving here right now.”

This place is already dirty.

***

As soon as I quickly packed my backpack.

As if there were a riot numerous explorers rushed to the center where supplies were stored.

“Everyone calm down! If this happens everyone will be in danger—”

Only then did the clan realize the situation but…

It’s already too late.

“Don’t be funny!!”

“Give me back my equipment!”

Soon the explorers begin to grab whatever supplies they can get their hands on with greedy eyes pushing aside the clan’s wizards and archers.

“Give it to me! “That’s mine!!”

“There is no such thing in this situation!”

“Get back now! “If you don’t back down I will attack!”

“Whether you die one way or another it’s the same!”

“Why are you hesitating! From now on they are looters! “Destroy them all!”

Before I knew it I had erased the last of my remaining regrets as I saw a scene filled with confusion and madness.

“Bjorn….”

“Enough of the sightseeing let’s go.”

“Oh okay!”

I led Misha and ran to the other side of Liakis.

Before long a wall of fire surrounding us blocked our path.

“What can I do about this!”

What should I do?

“It goes through.”

Like a barbarian you have to fight with your body.

It’s a little bit of a burn but that’s all. Now I just need to apply acupuncture and it will heal.

“Are you serious?!”

Oh I guess not you.

“evil! — —! ”

He picked up Misha with both arms and held it high as if he were cheering. And in that state he ran forward and quickly crossed the fire wall that seemed to be about 5 meters thick.

Cheeeeeek-!

The faint smell of meat.

Even after I overcome my pain tolerance my skin still feels slightly sore.

I asked.

“Misha are you okay?”

“…Thanks to you I’m okay. “Look ahead!”

After putting Misha down I looked ahead and saw chaos spirits swarming around.

However I don’t have time to process each one one by one.

“Run.”

“Eck! Between them?”

“Then is there another way?”

They are already discovering us one by one around us and moving slowly.

Therefore I quickly ran through the crowd before they got more aggro.

I don’t know the situation over there so as quickly as possible—

‘Fuck.’

I think I ran at full speed for about 5 minutes.

Suddenly the surroundings became dark.

It is truly a darkness where it is difficult to see even an inch ahead.

“Bjorn is there?!”

“there is.”

Fortunately the voice was heard.

“How did this happen?”

Instead of answering I sighed heavily.

The situation was clear no need to analyze or anything.

“Leakis the Lord of Chaos has succeeded in absorbing the power of the source.”

“The field effect [Evil Gap] is applied in a 5km radius.”

Liakis’ instant death and annihilation [Evil Gap].

It looks like that bastard ate up all the beads.