Chapter 6
Primeval Village.
"Wow! This is New World!"
"It's seriously amazing!"
Newly joined players were completely captivated by the virtual reality world of New World. The world, straight out of a fantasy movie, was fully realized.
"Hey! Look at that armor over there!"
"Wow, it looks just like the ones in the movies!"
The novice players roamed around Primeval Village, enjoying the virtual reality world of New World.
"So, what job did you choose?"
"I'm a warrior. It's common sense to start as a warrior."
Usually, due to the high cost of purchasing a capsule, most people play at capsule rooms. Naturally, it was more common to play with friends than alone. Over 60% of the novice players here were enjoying the game with friends.
"Then we should head to the swordsmanship training hall, right?"
According to the New World community beginner's guide, warriors must go to the swordsmanship training hall. This is essential to acquire basic skills in the early stages and get help with equipment and leveling up. The problem is they don't know the exact location of the training hall.
"Let's just wander around for a bit."
Thinking they'd find something if they walked around, they eventually stumbled upon a small stream.
"Hey, I think we're lost."
"Ugh, if only we had a map."
In New World, being a virtual reality game, maps are sold as items that you have to purchase yourself. It's normal for beginners to get lost.
"Oh? There's someone over there."
"Yeah, you're right."
There was a person by the stream, scooping water with a bucket. He didn't have a name tag displayed, indicating he was likely a player.
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[Player Info]
Nickname: Jeonghoon
Level: 11
Job: Martial Artist
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He was indeed a player!
"Let's ask him!"
"Good idea!"
The two novice players approached the player who was filling a bucket.
"Excuse me? Do you have a moment?"
"Ah... We are looking for the swordsmanship training hall but don't know the exact location. Could you help us out? We'd appreciate it!"
They asked as politely as possible.
"Oh, you went the wrong way. From the square, there's a path to the left. Follow that path straight, and you'll find the swordsmanship training hall."
"Really? Thank you so much!"
"You're welcome. Take care."
What a kind player. Thanks to him, the two novice players found the swordsmanship training hall without getting lost.
"But who was that guy?"
"I don't know. He didn't seem like a warrior, so how did he know the location so well?"
A level 11 player would mean he hadn't been playing for long, yet he knew the exact location of the swordsmanship training hall.
"Are you newcomers?"
An instructor NPC was checking the identities of those at the entrance of the training hall.
"Yes!"
"We will train hard!"
Both novice players had chosen the warrior job.
"You're both warriors. No issues. You may enter."
With the NPC instructor's permission, the doors to the training hall opened.
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[Player Info]
Nickname: Jeonghoon
Level: 11
Job: Martial Artist
Title: Completed Beginner
[Detailed Stats]
Strength: 21(+2) -> 23
Agility: 21(+4) -> 25
Stamina: 21(+4) -> 25
Defense: 21(+2) -> 23
Wisdom: 21(+2) -> 23
Magic Power: 21(+2) -> 23
Divine Power: 21(+2) -> 23
Mental Power: 10(+1) -> 11
Bonus Stats: 10
[Passive Skills]
Iron Will (Rare)
Indomitable Body (Normal)
Enhanced Focus (Normal)
[Active Skills]
Vital Point Attack (Normal)
Hades Martial Arts (Unique)
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There had been progress. Over the past three days of training under Dokgojun, Jeong hoon's body had become a fusion of strength and agility, transforming into an indomitable body. The fusion condition was met when the passive skills satisfied certain criteria, activating Iron Will and merging into one, slightly enhancing his stats. He also acquired Enhanced Focus.
[Enhanced Focus]
Type: Passive
Level: 1
Grade: Normal
Mental Power receives a +1 additional correction.
When leveling up, there's a very low probability of Magic Power increasing by +1.
When leveling up, there's a very low probability of Divine Power increasing by +1.
Enhanced Focus can only be obtained through repeated tasks that require concentration. This will later play a crucial role in increasing Magic Power and Divine Power.
[You are so perfect, I have nothing to say...].
Dokgojun looked at Jeonghoon, who was sequentially demonstrating the first stage of Hades Martial Arts, with a speechless expression. After showing it just once, Jeonghoon had not only replicated it but internalized it, improving in precision with each passing moment. Dokgojun thought Jeong hoon had innate talent, but mastering the first stage of Hades Martial Arts in just three days was beyond impressive.
'This child is not someone who can stay in this small dojo.'
Dokgojun had initially thought Jeonghoon could become a dragon if properly nurtured, but it turned out Jeonghoon was an extraordinary being from the start. Watching Jeonghoon made him ambitious. He hoped Jeonghoon would go out into the wider world and prove the supremacy of Hades Martial Arts. Dokgojun hadn't been able to fully demonstrate the power of Hades Martial Arts himself, but he believed Jeonghoon could.
'...This child might really resolve my regrets.'
As he let go of his attachment to the dojo, Dokgojun's body began to fade. He realized he might soon pass on. After some contemplation, Dokgojun called out to Jeonghoon.
[Disciple.]
"Yes."
Jeonghoon stopped demonstrating the Hades Martial Arts and stood before Dokgojun. Was Dokgojun finally going to enhance the Hades Martial Arts? Spending three days in this dojo was all for the sake of Hades Martial Arts.
'This is indeed an incredible skill.'
Before his regression, Jeonghoon had thought he had reached the pinnacle as an All-Master, but that was far from the truth. There were many unseen masters like Dokgojun. If Jeonghoon had fought them without using his All-Master abilities, he would have been the one to lose. Even the Hades Martial Arts he had just learned was overwhelming. Could he really call himself an All-Master? Reflecting on this made Jeonghoon feel ashamed of his previous title.
[I intend to give you all of Hades Martial Arts.]
Already? Jeonghoon was a bit surprised. He had expected at least a week of repetitive training. The question mark above Dokgojun's head had turned into an exclamation mark.
[You have completed the Hidden Quest.]
[You enhance the 'Hades Martial Arts.']
[The grade of Hades Martial Arts increases from Unique (Unique) to Legendary (Legendary).]
With this, Hades Martial Arts had become a legendary skill.
[Hades Martial Arts]
Type: Active
Level: 1
Grade: Legendary
Perform the Hades Martial Arts created by Dokgojun.
Hades Martial Arts can be raised to a maximum of 10 stars.
The maximum level of Hades Martial Arts had increased from 8 stars to 10 stars. The martial art that Ihwarang had perfected with 8 stars had evolved in Jeonghoon's hands to 10 stars.
"Thank you!"
[And there's one more thing I want to give you.]
As Dokgojun spoke, a rainbow-colored question mark appeared above his head.
'Rainbow...!'
A secret quest. Opening it was much more challenging than a hidden quest, and so far, only four such quests had appeared in New World. Now, a secret quest was in front of him. With trembling hands, Jeonghoon checked the quest.
[Secret Quest: The Path of the Hades King]
Restriction: Only disciple of Dokgojun
Reward: [Title] Disciple of the Hades King
Description: Inherit the power of the Hades King Dokgojun.
Another title to gain here? Jeonghoon was at a loss for words due to the successive rewards. His dumbfounded expression made Dokgojun laugh heartily.
[I originally wanted to revive this dojo, but I've changed my mind. I will entrust everything to you.]
"Um... Are you sure about leaving everything to a kid you've known for just three days?"
Jeonghoon asked in surprise. Even though Dokgojun was an NPC, this seemed too much. Though he would gladly accept it if offered. Dokgojun's expression was serious.
[Yes. But promise me one thing.]
"Promise?"
[Let the world know that Hades Martial Arts is the best.]
"Is that all?"
[Yes.]
There was no lingering attachment in Dokgojun's eyes as he spoke.
"Understood."
[I trust you.]
When Jeonghoon accepted, the question mark above Dokgojun's head turned into an exclamation mark.
[You have completed the Secret Quest.]
[[Title] Disciple of the Hades King acquired.]
As the reward came in, Dokgojun's figure completely vanished. Jeonghoon closed his eyes in a moment of silence.
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Level 347 Bowmaster. Ihwarang arrived at Primeval Village!
When a named player like Ihwarang appeared in Primeval Village, it caused quite a commotion among the novice players.
"Hey, isn't that Ihwarang?"
"It is!"
The beginners were amazed to see a named player like Ihwarang, who was an official ambassador for New World, in the village.
"Why is Ihwarang here?"
"I don't know."
When he appeared in the square, the already bustling crowd grew so large it seemed like it would burst.
"Move aside! I want to see Ihwarang!"
"There's no room to move, so stop pushing!"
In Primeval Village, there were residents ranging from level 1 to level 40. To low-level players, high-level players were like gods, so it was natural for them to attract a lot of attention. Moreover, Ihwarang was an executive member of the Shinhwa Guild.
The Shinhwa Guild.
Even people who didn't play New World had heard of this top-tier guild. It was founded by Sa Jaehyuk, the Sword King, one of the Seven Strongest in Korea. Ihwarang was a named character, renowned in the media, and even poised to take the position of God of Archery within the guild. Naturally, the crowded square showed no sign of dispersing easily.
"I apologize, but may I ask you something?"
Ihwarang approached a player standing in front of him. This player was a level 38 lower-ranked mage, quite high-level even in Primeval Village.
"Yes? Of course! I'll answer any question I can!"
"Is there a training hall around here?"
"Training hall, you say?"
"Ah, not the usual ones frequented by players. It might be a smaller, older place."
"Uh? Just a moment..."
The lower-ranked mage glanced sideways at a nearby lower-ranked warrior. Seeing this, Ihwarang's eyes sharpened.
"Do you have an idea where it might be?"
"Yes... I can tell you."
The lower-ranked warrior, with a grim expression, briefly explained an event from a few days ago. Of course, he left out the part where he lost a PvP match to an 11-level player.
"...Thank you."
Ihwarang then sprinted at full speed towards the dojo the lower-ranked warrior had mentioned.
"What's going on? Is there something at that dojo?"
Lower-ranked warrior Lee Cheolmin muttered softly. At this, lower-ranked mage Han Deokgu, seemingly having realized something, shook Lee Cheolmin's shoulder.
"Hey! I get why you lost to that level 11 player."
"Damn it, what's the reason?"
"Why else would Ihwarang come all the way to Primeval Village to find that old dojo? There must be something there."
"...So, that means the level 11 player had something special?"
"Exactly."
"Damn it, and you egged me on to mess with him? Do you want to die?"
"Hey, I bought you pork cutlets, didn't I? You're not going to back out on your word, are you?"
"Ugh... This pisses me off. Let's go. I need another round of pork cutlets."
"Hehe, okay."
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T/L: Mass release notice: If we get 3 more reviews on Novel Updates then im going to release 3 chapters tomorrow. If we get 4 or 5 more then I will release 5 chapters.
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