ALL NOVEL Chapter 106
The Traveler’s transfer wasn’t just an issue for Q Prime.
For a long time, the domestic league had a stalemate of powerhouses.
With the escape of key players, Sigma’s dominance is now almost guaranteed.
This year, with Camelian joining, things improved a bit, but a bright and sunny future isn’t all that’s waiting.
When there’s an outstanding team in a league, it usually leads to one of two outcomes.
One is that other teams analyze and adapt to the strong team, elevating the league’s overall level.
The other is that after a few championship wins, the strong team adapts and drops in level along with everyone else.
If other teams can raise their skill level, that would be great.
However, Korea’s path so far has mostly led to collective decline.
《 ACL is showing unexpected resilience! 》
《 Wait, is it Galactic Gaming? Could a team really be capable of this?! 》
《 What triggered this change? Both teams have drastically improved! 》
So, this year, many strong decisions have been made.
The foreign mercenary situation is already famous, and there seem to have been various internal changes as well.
You could say it’s a kind of crisis awareness.
It genuinely felt like the heat was on.
People often feel like, “I shouldn’t be complacent,” but they rarely move until it really gets dangerous.
However, the Traveler’s transfer sparked a kind of trauma, stirring fears of a “second Phantom incident.”
Thanks to that, it seems a few teams have started to scramble into action.
I can’t say for sure, but something definitely seems to be changing.
《 The semifinals! Whatever your predictions were, you must have been satisfied! 》
《 Does it sound like Donghae is saying? Sigma, come on! We’re going in! 》
《 Isn’t this unexpected twist the essence of eSports? Sigma, who is on fire right now, must be on alert. 》
As if to prove it, unexpected potentials started to burst forth from unanticipated places.
An unexpected masterpiece game emerged on the opposite side of the semifinals, showing formidable strength even in the finals.
As if to say that there is no easy path in this world.
They say the ground hardens after rain.
Rough storms hit the league, which was starting to splinter.
Some were swept away, while others became more solid.
The dry, unremarkable ground began to show signs of life.
《 The long-awaited IKL finals! The match between Sigma and ACL has begun. 》
《 Though they claimed victory after a fierce battle, Sigma suffered an unexpected blow. Their next choice is…? Did Luce bring out the Spear Knight? 》
《 Ha! This is interesting. Priest and Spear Knight. A nightmare from the previous season that dominated the league is being recreated by their fated rival, Sigma! 》
《 In response, ACL’s choice is the Paladin and Shaman. Is this really it? You didn’t go wrong! 》
《 A familiar combination. Completely different teams. The second match of the finals… 》
Amidst this change, I too took a remarkable step forward.
The skyscraper’s glass exterior gleamed a pale blue, capturing the clear sky.
In front of the wide main entrance, a sharp-faced woman extended her hand to me.
On one shoulder was a bag laden with complex documents.
On the day of the domestic league finals,
I accompanied the legal team assigned by Sigma to the game company.
Our lawyer flashed a warm smile.
“Nervous?”
“Yeah…”
“It’s common for first-timers to feel this way. Scared as if you’re going to get scolded, right? It’s like being called to the teacher’s office as a kid?”
“Wait? How did you know that?”
“I’ve seen it many times. But don’t worry too much. We’ll be holding the rod this time.”
Looking back, that smile didn’t seem so friendly after all.
However, she definitely appeared confident.
“We prepared thoroughly for today. Let’s go, I’ll show you the results.”
*
《 Temporary Measure Notice for Brainwave Control Connection Device 》
Hello, ‘Gawol’ valued customer.
This is the legal team at Infinity Co., Ltd.
After reviewing the letter you submitted, the following decisions have been made.
1. Validity of Safety Recommendations
– Our safety recommendations remain valid until the temporary measure period ends.
– We kindly ask that you exercise caution when using the connection device.
2. Notification of Risks
– We have repeatedly informed you of the risks associated with brainwave connection methods.
– This decision clearly respects your wishes.
3. Emergency Medical Support
– Based on the contents of your letter, the brainwave connection device linked to the game server must be equipped to receive medical assistance within 5 minutes in case of an emergency.
– As per the contents of your letter, preparations for this must be undertaken at your own responsibility.
4. Disclaimer
– For any incidents arising from non-compliance with the above matters, Infinity Co., Ltd. assumes no legal responsibility.
5. Data Collection
– During the temporary measure period, your play logs and vital signs may be collected by Infinity Co., Ltd.
– The collected data will be used for safety assessments and record management.
6. Final Measures
– Connection on the designated brainwave connection device is approved for 50 days.
– After the temporary measure period ends, a final decision will be notified separately.
7. Temporary Approval Connection Device Identification Number
– 66F26BC449……
– UKN141H……
Thank you.
Best regards,
Infinity Co., Ltd. Legal Team
*
Near The Cradle of the Fallen.
Time has passed, and it has now become a farming spot for high-level users, where a great sword Warrior swung his weapon.
With a smooth motion, he blocked the Minotaur’s axe.
With enough power on his back legs, he pushed back the menacing weapon with increased strength stats.
In an instant, the great sword gained magical energy and power.
The heavy blade rose from below to above.
With a red effect trailing behind, the vertical line cleaved the Minotaur in two.
That overwhelming might was exactly why he became a great sword Warrior, and Sulbbang grinned widely.
[Title: Farming for Bull Head Soup Accessories]
[‘Sulbbang’ is streaming.]
A considerable amount of time has already passed.
With the field cleared and enemies vanished, the number of Minotaurs he killed was too high to count.
Sulbbang clenched and flexed his fists, murmuring.
“It should be about time for something to drop.”
Sulbbang was deeply engrossed in the kind of farming experience every RPG user inevitably undergoes.
Currently, he was endlessly hunting Minotaurs to obtain rare accessories.
When alone, it feels like a lonely task, but with the broadcast on, it doesn’t feel so lonely.
After all, games are meant to be fun when played together.
However, in this Inbl game, the presence of others isn’t always a welcome surprise.
For a brief moment at the edge of the mini-map,
When he saw a white dot indicating another player, his brows furrowed.
“What’s that? Did I just see something?”
A sense of déjà vu washed over him.
It felt like he’d experienced this before…
The moment where he had to be on guard. Sulbbang tightened his grip on the great sword.
But nothing appeared.
Was it just his imagination?
Looking around, there was no one in sight.
The white dot vanished from the mini-map once more.
He must have seen it wrong or misidentified a passerby.
─Or so he thought, when suddenly, his vision went black, and his health bar plummeted at insane speed.
“Ugh, huh?”
His fingers gripping the great sword were sliced, causing him to lose strength.
Next, the tendons behind his knees and Achilles’ tendons were severed one after another, robbing him of mobility.
The tendons in major areas were severed in an instant.
Sulbbang couldn’t lift the cloth covering his face.
Countless warning messages about his incapacitated abilities flooded in.
– What is that? What in the world?
– Hahahahahahaha
– Isn’t that them?
– Tenryeon, long time no see
He didn’t think such a skilled player existed.
The sensation felt eerily familiar.
A slender leg brushed against his neck.
As two legs intertwined, his breath began to be cut off.
The sight of black clothing and stockings flashed before him, along with an almost audible breath.
By this point, it was impossible not to suspect who was behind it.
“Phew, long time no see.”
Unlike the faint sounds he remembered from before, her clear voice rang through.
It was still a voice that seemed to melt a part of humanity.
Yet, it didn’t carry the same sense of danger as before.
“Hey, you… didn’t you say we wouldn’t kill each other anymore…”
“Right. But as long as I don’t kill you, isn’t it fine? Can’t we just play a little more?”
“Is that even something you can say…?”
“I’m just joking. I’ll let you go.”
The tightening grip finally loosened.
Though she didn’t kick him like she used to, she did push him away forcefully, making him tumble to the ground.
Gasping, Sulbbang coughed several times, clutching his throat.
In his eyes, Gawol grinned.
The dagger that had playfully danced between her fingers slipped into her clothes.
“What’s this? You’re back now?”
“Things aren’t completely over, but for now, yes.”
“So, did you come to kill me as soon as you came back?”
“I didn’t kill you. I just stopped by to say hello.”