[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-damn-necromancer":3,"chapter-damn-necromancer-damn-necromancer-chapter-38":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Damn Necromancer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1212670,1580,"Chapter 38","damn-necromancer-chapter-38",38,"\u003Cp>[Translator – Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Proofreader – Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chapter 38: Return (1)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After receiving the subspace ring containing the ancient dragon’s corpse and by-products, the four who had made a promise to meet again stepped outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I managed to obtain it much faster than expected.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dragon’s corpse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They couldn’t be taken out here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the bones and skin were separated, the sheer size of the dragon was immense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The office would end up filled with dragon meat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Guess I should go home.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The training grounds at the family estate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That would be a suitable place to store the dragon corpse without any issues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, he began moving towards his family home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He first took out the by-products from the subspace ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt a small gem in his hand, its texture light to the touch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Is this all there is? Wait a minute, don’t tell me…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ancient Dragon was a kind of hidden boss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no way the reward for such a guy would be this shabby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This meant that the jewel in his hand had the value to match it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly took out the gem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading its description, he let out a soft gasp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whoa…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could sense a massive jackpot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Forgotten Dragon’s Jewel]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Rank: ??]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[This is a jewel that the Ancient Dragon held dear. A dragon’s form can be seen through the beautiful aura.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Effect 1: It is a medium that can be transferred to the ‘Age of Dragons’. However, the user needs to have the qualifications to do so.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Requirements]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[1. Level 500 or higher]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[2. ???]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[3. ???]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a quest item with a long questline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the start, it demanded an immense level of qualifications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘An S-rank gate.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Age of Dragons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just the name of the place he would be transported to sounded intimidating. It seemed like a world where dragons would soar through the sky like birds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Undoubtedly, Sword Saint and the other Awakened had seen this raid quest item as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Individuals of their caliber would understand the immense value it held.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘And yet, they gave it to me…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite its potential allure, they handed it over so readily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was honestly quite grateful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I need to repay them next time we meet.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out the ancient dragon’s corpse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The summoned Cedric began examining the dragon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Amazing. I underestimated your capabilities, master. To procure such a dragon’s corpse this quickly…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then take good care of it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as he took on the request, the Sword Saint led mercenaries, and within just six hours, they had obliterated the tomb.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was truly express delivery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How about it? Pretty good, huh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Dragon strength is typically measured by age. At this level… it must be over three thousand years old. It seems excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How does it compare to your old body?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—The Gold Dragon Lord was a dragon close to ten thousand years old. I used its bones to make the frame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah, I see…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That age was indeed unfathomable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—I didn’t even dare to hope for a Lord-rank. If a Lord-rank had been running around in your world, master, it would have probably been destroyed in a matter of days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kim Minwoo nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear there was a difference in level between Cedric’s world and this one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Death Lord was only EX-rank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warlords are around SSS-rank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, in this world?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>S-rank is considered the highest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if we rankify an awakened being with level 1,000 as SS, for instance…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Even if you brought in a whole truckload of them, they wouldn’t stand a chance against Cedric.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s how formidable Cedric was, riding his bone dragon and soaring through the skies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had a feeling the potential here was different. Perhaps only Sword Saint, who had grasped the Heart Sword, would be able to contend with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘That’s not too surprising.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t he see a message upon accomplishing past achievements?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It said human potential had increased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That also implied that potential had been limited for some reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t know who or why that had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I’ll figure it out gradually.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Either way, the important thing now was strengthening himself through the dragon bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Think one part will suffice?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—…I’m not sure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, his leg bones had 20 slots, leaving a capacity of 81.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘It should be fine.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He figured he could probably replace one part with dragon bones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I hope for a great success if I’m going through with this…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The issue was that aiming solely for a great success could lead to using up all the dragon bones without achieving any tangible results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Let’s give it a try and see…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would need to make his decision afterward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where do you want to start the replacement?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—The arms would be a good choice. It would help when wielding a spear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding the dragon’s arm bones in each hand, he approached Cedric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Left and right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dragon had two arm bones in total.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had just two chances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Using ‘Bone Exchange (B)’!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Replacing ‘Cedric’s arm bones with the ancient dragon’s arm bones!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The level of the material is significantly higher than your level.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Success rate: 5%]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Do you want to proceed?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Wow.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A 5% success rate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he was somewhat prepared, the success rate was ridiculously low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘…Anyway, the success rate for bones of a similar level isn’t that high either.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had once tried using bones from around the 100-level range, and the success rate was about 30%.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether 30% or 5%.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t exactly the same, but he couldn’t afford to hold off on using them until he reached level 500.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whatever!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He went ahead with it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Failed.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Failed.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two arm bones dissolved into thin air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s fine, I still have plenty left. What’s next?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—The chest bone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Failed…]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Next.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—The spine…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Failed…]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He went through the pelvis and legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of them were gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ah.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Just the skull left, then?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Then we don’t have a choice. We’ll go with that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright. Since it’s a dragon’s head, it should still be effective.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That is, if he succeeded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he attempted the skull replacement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The effect of the title, ‘Super Lucky Guy’, is activated!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[A strange luck envelops your body!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Great Success!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[The ancient dragon’s skull morphs to fit Cedric’s body structure and species!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[All of Cedric’s attributes increase by 30!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[*Great Success Special Effect: Mini Breath ability enabled]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Remaining capacity (100\u002F101)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did it work?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Cedric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The altered skull bore the resemblance of a dragon’s head. It was a grand transformation befitting a dragon rider.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—This is the first time I’ve ever had a head like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, do you dislike it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Well, it seems fine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had better be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just the additional attributes alone were incredible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All attributes increased by 30.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it consumed 80% capacity, the increase was well worth the cost. Not to mention the peculiar special effect it added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mini breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I think it’s that kind of breath.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the word ‘mini’ was added, a breath attack was still a breath attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can you use the breath attack?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—I’ve never tried it before… but I think I can.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then try shooting it over there.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Are you sure? This is your home, isn’t it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, the training hall is sturdy enough.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Alright, let’s give it a shot. I’m curious myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A dark, crimson energy gathered around Cedric’s mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Cedric uses Mini Breath!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cedric opened his mouth wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The breath attack struck the training hall wall, causing it to shatter and crumble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cedric quickly closed his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, you can stop it too?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Yeah. I didn’t mean to destroy anything… Turns out the facility isn’t as sturdy as I thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ha ha ha! You adorable thing!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He enthusiastically patted Cedric’s dragon head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t contain his laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt an intense surge of dopamine flooding his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The training hall’s walls were very sturdy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They could withstand the blows of a typical S-rank awakened being.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet, it had been shattered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This meant the breath’s power was immense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rather than being angry about the wall being destroyed, he needed to be thankful for the breath’s impressive power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He talked with Cedric about the breath attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, it uses up a lot of mana?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Yeah. I only fired it briefly and half my mana vanished. It can deal strong damage quickly, but it’s not without its drawbacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He nodded in understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The maximum duration was about three seconds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a short but powerful skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Unless Cedric gains more skills later on, right now it’s practically a finishing move.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed like it would be a significant help when facing apostles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>* * *\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three days since he emerged from the gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Society had been abuzz during that time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was because the Sword Saint had set a new record.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The public sentiment that the awakened were becoming irrelevant vanished as if it had never existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All that remained was praise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wave of national pride surged once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kim Minwoo also found himself back in the spotlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the Sword Saint and his team finished clearing the gate, they went straight to Ilsung Group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the intense public opinion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kim Minwoo quietly finished his preparations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘It’s time to return.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had seen significant growth in his power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to Choi Yuna providing 650 potions over three days, he was able to raise all of his attributes by 50 points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘I’ve finished working on the skill books…’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had stocked up on plenty of bones from the 200-level range and even obtained rare set items for himself and Cedric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘The skull turned out pretty cool, too.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He planned to use the remaining by-products from the dragon later when the skeletons’ crafting skills improved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at the nine subspace rings on his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rings were filled with food and seeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last one was a unique ring obtained from capturing Lee Seoyoon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘Status window.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Kim Minwoo (23)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Occupation: Necromancer]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level: 101]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Owned skills (6\u002F33): Death Lord (EX), Cedric Summon (SSS), Bone Exchange (B), Curse of Aging (D)+9, Skeleton Mage Summon (E)+9, Skeleton Summon (F)+9]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana: 3,240\u002F3,240]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Title: 18]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Strength: 316(+31)] [Agility: 316(+31)] [Vitality: 287(+28)] [Mana: 310(+31)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“These are the stats.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The killer stats increased thanks to the divine blessing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was even more frightening was that this wasn’t the end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The increased stats from the new equipment had yet to be applied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Equipping the ‘Chilling Necromancer’ set!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Strength +30, Agility +30, Vitality +30, Mana +70!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Soul Summoning (D) is activated!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Equipping the Sword of Judgment!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Strength +20, Agility +20]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Rend (D) is activated!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His attributes were boosted even more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Indomitable Soul, he gained an additional 10% increase from the item bonuses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a result, his mana soared to a monstrous 418.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana at 4,180.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he were to summon just skeletons, he could call forth an unbelievable 1,672 of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now he truly was a one-man army.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Would you like to return inside the gate?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he nodded, the scenery shifted. He found himself in a place filled with the cold winter wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Warning!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You can no longer use the intermediate zone!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had gained everything he needed from this outing. He saw a few orcs standing near the intermediate zone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them was Urkan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Chwik! Big brother! We’ve been waiting forever! Got anything tasty?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Everything’s been fine, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Chwik! Just as you said, boss! Those guys are cowards! Didn’t see anyone except for a few scouts! So, did you bring anything good?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You cheeky brat, of course, I did. Tell the others there’s going to be a festival.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—A f-festival! Really?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah. We’ll feed you until you burst.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that he could replicate food, expanding their numbers was the top priority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Festivals were a traditional part of orc culture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They displayed the tribe’s strength through an abundance of food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A large-scale festival would draw every orc in the vicinity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could they resist the promise of a paradise amidst the cold and hunger?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their numbers would multiply several times faster than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘You can’t be stingy.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sheer force of numbers could even negate the advantages of the terrain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fortress?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, even that wasn’t an invincible defense. He had witnessed it during the Death Lord’s trials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no countering an endless supply of enemies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He intended to recreate that scenario.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would swell his numbers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then, he would bring down the fortress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Chwik! I’ll tell the others! We’ll spread the word! That we’re strong enough to hold a festival!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Looks like you’ve learned to catch on quickly. You’ve gotten smarter.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—Chwik! Urkan is smart!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Go on.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was time to have some real fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>* * *\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Apostle Velitas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A necromancer kneeled respectfully before him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Great Apostle, they are engaging in strange behavior.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Strange behavior?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes. It appears they are preparing for a large-scale festival. They’re roasting monster meat and using up their food supplies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ha! What a bunch of fools!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Velitas burst out laughing, seemingly pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew all about the orcs’ food situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had kept a close watch on them through his scouts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until just yesterday, the orcs hadn’t been able to eat enough food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was understandable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where would they get food in this harsh winter?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the local monsters were running out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, they would have had to ration their supplies and hoard what they could.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet they were planning a festival?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There could only be one reason for such madness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That human must have been quite anxious.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes. The starving orcs must have been causing a lot of discontent. Typical weak human, he couldn’t endure it any longer and ended up releasing all the food supplies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Velitas nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, he couldn’t withstand the angry masses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>‘His plan is predictable.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would release all the remaining food supplies to gather as many orcs as possible, then use them to attack the fortress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fortify the defenses of the fortress thoroughly. They’ll likely attack within a few days.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Understood, Great Apostle.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed they could fend off the orc rampage without much loss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Velitas was certain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This battle would be their complete victory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Translator – Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Proofreader – Prøks]\u003C\u002Fp>",2383,"2026-06-03T14:21:21.107Z","2026-06-03T14:21:26.970Z",1,"novelbin.me","5060c80111560fd69238b6cbf5e49f352c0ae5b0fc0d3ba6f5007a2c728fefe7","damn-necromancer-chapter-39","damn-necromancer-chapter-37",362,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdamn-necromancer-cover.jpg"]