Surviving the Game as a Barbarian – 79



Episode 79: Request (3)

“Bjorn are you going to the shrine today too?”

“There is something I couldn’t finish yesterday. “I’ll be back in the evening so don’t smoke and just practice.”

As soon as the day dawned I headed to the shrine to receive the level 3 engraving that I did not receive yesterday.

The cost is 2 million stones the same as the game.

It was also consistent that a characteristic could be granted whenever the spirit imprint went through a stage that was a multiple of 3.

“Kkekekeke this is my first time seeing a rich barbarian like you. “There are three crossroads for you.”

When the money is put into the jar the shaman asks:

“There is a soul of flame a soul of steel and a soul of wildness. Warrior what will you choose?”

I listened to the shaman’s explanation just in case but it didn’t seem like anything had changed with the reality patch.

thus….

“I will choose the spirit of the wild.”

I chose the wild side without any hesitation.

Because each of these characteristics is also the core of my Shield Baba.

「Immortal imprint level 3 has been activated. Physical resistance and fire resistance are greatly increased.”

「Physical value increases by +50.」

“The spirit of the wild dwells in the body.”

“The character’s basic threat value increases significantly.”

“You can use [Wild Eruption].”

Threat figures.

In other words the probability of attracting aggro from monsters increases even if you just breathe.

Additionally through [Wild Eruption] the threat value can be temporarily increased by three times and a physical bonus can be obtained in proportion to the value.

‘Originally I only used it occasionally when raising Daegum Baba.’

In the beginning I often covered up the Barbarian’s lack of survivability with the Immortal Engraving.

But at that time [Wild Eruption] was a double-edged sword.

As the character becomes stronger enemies flock in.

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Of course it was different for Shield Baba.

‘No risk high return.’

What attracts the aggro of monsters?

As a tank this is actually something to welcome.

But in the meantime your physical strength also increases?

Not only does it increase stability but…

If you use it with [Giantization] which greatly increases the threat value you can feel the real taste of the mulberry at least temporarily.

‘I didn’t know that I would complete the 3rd level engraving of [Giantization] in 3 months.’

While I am satisfied with my own growth I also feel bitter at the same time.

I was just struggling to survive…

Before I knew it it had become like this.

“I’m tired so go out and have a look.”

It was 5 PM when I came out after receiving the spirit imprint.

She promised that Misha would grill her beef so she quickly stopped by the library confirmed her appointment time and returned to her lodging.

and….

After various experiments she found out the conditions for activating [Wild Eruption].

“Behel—laaaaa!!”

You write it this way.

***

「Bjorn Yandel」

Level: 3

Physical: 330(New +50) / Spirit: 124 / Ability: 115

Item Level: 828

Total Combat Index: 822 (New +50)

Essence obtained: Corpse Golem – Rank 7 / Vampire (Guardian) – Rank 5 / Orc Hero – Rank 5

***

Lunch the next day.

I headed to the meeting place alone.

The name of the store was ‘Promise of Flowing Water’ so I wondered what it was doing but it turned out to be an ordinary dessert store.

Fuck.

“…Barbarian?”

“what? “Does the owner owe you anything?”

As soon as you open the door and enter all eyes gather.

Somehow it’s worse than the library.

It’s not like I came to a place I couldn’t come to.

“You are Bjorn! “Here!”

It wouldn’t be efficient to change places so I just went to my seat and sat down.

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“Are you the client?”

“yes. My name is Shavin Emure a level 7 secretary at the Ravigion Administrative Office. “Please feel free to call me Shavin.”

“Sure.”

Shavin Emoor.

Race is human. I thought he was young since he was my friend but he looks like he is in his early thirties.

The first impression may seem pretty good but you will quickly find out what their actual personality is like when you talk to them.

“I didn’t order because I didn’t know what I would like. What should I do?”

“I’ll have beer-grilled meat.”

“…yes?”

“It’s okay if you don’t have it. “Because I don’t like sweets.”

“Oh yes….”

I guess this should be enough of a silent protest as to why I was called to a place like this…

I quickly got to the point.

“So what is the request?”

“Didn’t you hear from Ragnar?”

“Ragna? Oh you mean that librarian?”

Shavin flinched at my question but then nodded her head as if she understood.

“You didn’t know your name. Well… it could be that kid. It is called Lagna Litanyel Peprok. “I’m not a bad kid so don’t be too angry.”

I’m angry and there’s nothing to do.

Because I didn’t even ask in the first place.

I muttered as if repeating myself.

“Ragna Litaniel Peprocra….”

“Not Litaniel but Litaniyel.”

Yeah that’s it anyway.

Why is your name so difficult to pronounce?

“…Are you sure you’re a noble?”

“No it’s not like that….”

I asked without realizing it and got a slightly strange response.

“I can’t tell you in detail. “If she finds out she’ll definitely be angry.”

Yes that means there is a story.

“Tell me the details of the request.”

“It’s a simple patrol request. Criminals and unpaid tax payers sometimes hide in the sewers so regular patrols are required. however….

Shabin trails off in an odd tone.

She looked as if she was waiting for something.

“…however?”

Just in case I tried to correct her and she continued her explanation with a look on her face that said Shavin was right.

“Isn’t it true that the explorers who were originally entrusted with the patrol were unable to return from the labyrinth this time? As you know Bjorn…”

“…sippi?”

“Something big happened on the third floor this time right? Looks like he got caught up in it! “What a sad story isn’t it?”

I don’t know that it’s a sad story but I know there’s something wrong with him.

“So you decided to entrust the request to me.”

“yes. Because it is an official request from the administrative office I cannot entrust it to just anyone. So while I was looking for the right person Ragnar told me about Bjorn!”

“I see.”

I understand the general situation.

but….

“Why did it have to be me? “Maybe there was someone more suitable?”

From what I heard it was a request that was closer to a chore.

The administrative office must have been entrusting requests to explorers as if they were subcontractors.

It is clear that the compensation will not be very large.

But even so there must have been many people in the city who wanted to do this request.

‘They probably weren’t sent by evil spirit hunters…?’

Even though I had deep down assumed the worst the answer was so concise as to be absurd.

“You’re the most talked-about person these days right?”

“what?”

“Honestly I was a little curious. “I also wanted to meet you in person…”

In short it means that the justification of requesting an administrative office was used to satisfy personal curiosity.

“Oh I’m going to pack some cookies here later. Can I brag to my co-workers that it was a gift from Bjorn?”

“…Do whatever you want.”

Looking at that bright expression it doesn’t look like he’s acting.

“So what are you going to do? The pay is only 200000 stones but it won’t be a bad offer for Bjorn. “It’s a bit harsh to say it out loud but…”

Oh again?

Can’t you just tell me directly?

This isn’t like playing games with people.

“…I guess so?”

When she agrees once more without a soul Shavin continues her words with a smile on her face as if she is having such fun.

“Some people think that receiving a request from an administrative agency is a reward in itself! Since our selection criteria are a bit strict should we consider other organizations as proven talent?”

This time for some reason the tail of her speech went up.

I’m trying to explain it from a barbarian’s perspective but it seems like there are no ambiguous parts…

“It means that trust is increasing.”

I am a barbarian with both the spirit of a modern man and the body of a barbarian.

Shavin applauds after summarizing it briefly and concisely.

“yes! To put it simply yes! Uhm well… With Bjorn’s reputation you’ll probably get requests from all over the place.”

“It wasn’t really like that.”

I smiled bitterly.

Two weeks have passed since it gained a reputation as Little Balkan.

Nevertheless this is the first time they have contacted me for the purpose of a request.

I can roughly guess the reason.

‘It’s probably because I’m an ignorant barbarian.’

There is a difference between being good at fighting and having a head for work.

But maybe I can use this opportunity to change my perception of myself.

However it shouldn’t stand out too much…

“I will do that request.”

Soon I made up my mind.

***

“Then I’ll just go.”

After explaining the details of the request the barbarian leaves his premises without any hesitation.

Shavin smiled brightly as he looked at her back.

‘It’s been a while since I was a funnier person.’

I wondered why the child was talking about someone else but now I think I know.

Should I say that I feel mentally at ease after talking to an innocent person for the first time in a long time?

I’m sure the child felt the same way.

No matter how much it was said in passing.

It was safe to say that it had been several years since the child first mentioned someone else.

‘But I was anxious so I met him in person and he didn’t seem like a bad person. He didn’t seem to know anything about that child….’

Shavin sipped her tea and collected her thoughts.

She thought it would be a good idea to pretend that it was a coincidence and make a place for the three of us next time. If you leave it alone the two of you will never become friends again.

‘Maybe I’m getting ahead of myself but…’

She said it was time for the boy to have a friend too.

***

Two days later.

There were ten days left until the labyrinth opened.

We arrived at the sewer entrance after receiving guidance from administrative office staff.

It just so happened that Team Banpoon was with all the members.

“…Bjorn you didn’t say it would stink like this.”

“I didn’t even know it was this bad. But if you said it was a sewer shouldn’t you have expected it to some extent?”

“That’s right….”

Yesterday when we all gathered together we talked about the request and this is what happened.

[There is no need to share the request fee. Exploring a sewer filled with all kinds of ghost stories? Hahaha! How could I fall into that kind of situation?]

[Perhaps I can come along too? My head has been hurting just from reading books lately but I think it will change things up a bit.]

[Hmm if it were a sewer the roads would be complicated right? It would be a perfect place to test out your newly acquired abilities.]

[Is this a place where criminals hide? It might be dangerous alone.]

Everyone seemed to be bored with training every day so they decided to come along.

So I said just like that.

They say you don’t have to share the commission fee but there’s no need to turn down free manpower.

‘I don’t know about the other kids but Rotmiller the explorer will be quite helpful.’

After handing the map received from the administrative office employee to Rotmiller he inserted a video recording device into the groove of the helmet to record the patrol process.

Then the preparations are now complete.

“Let’s leave soon.”

I took the lead and opened the iron window.

And then I went down the damp stairs to the basement.

When I stepped on the last stairs there was almost no light so I had to turn on the torch.

“It’s bigger inside than I thought?”

“So aren’t those who are hiding coming out from time to time? Hahaha!”

Gutter water trickling and a ditch next to it.

Torches flicker creating a vaguely gloomy atmosphere.

“It’s this way.”

Following Rottmiller’s guidance walk on the ditch being careful not to fall into the water. The farther you get from the entrance the darker the surroundings become noticeably darker.

“You know what? “It’s a ghost story about a terrible monster living in the sewers…”

The dwarf is laughing and spreading rumors because he is so happy.

Misha and Dwalki listened to it again seriously.

“Dwalki is there really a monster?”

“I heard that all the waste from the Magic Tower flows into the sewer. “If reagents or monster corpses randomly met and had some effect it would be possible for such a monster to be created.”

“Oh it’s like that too?”

After all what is that?

Our predecessor alone received 150000 stone per session and went in and out of the sewer for two years without any problems. Is that realistically possible?

Clap clap clap clap-

He sighs inwardly and moves his feet carefully.

But is it because of the ghost stories the dwarf keeps telling?

Every time I walk the sound is particularly loud.

‘With the five of us doing this it feels like we’ve entered some kind of dungeon.’

Damn something really isn’t going to happen is it?