Chapter 214

We ran in the Rock Area for a while. The monsters are always on alert, but so far, nothing has appeared since the previous slime.

Uranos leads the way, Meleoron and Seam follow with their backpacks, and I will serve as the rearguard.

After running for about 2 minutes, you can see Seam starting to sag. I caught up, be careful—the next moment, a huge shadow appeared.

A giant reptile—a Melanin Lizard!

"Into the shadow of the rocks!"

Responding to Uranos's sharp instruction, Meleoron quickly jumped to the left. Seam, who makes his body Hard. Catching up, I grabbed Seam's hand and rushed to the right.

As soon as the words fell, Uranos leaped toward the lizard. He jumped over the lizard's head and landed on its back.

The lizard did not move forward directly, but began to rage on the spot. Sand and smoke danced, rumbling. It lasted for a few seconds—

Good! The lizard turned into smoke.

Uranos landed. He held a card with two extended Fingers.

"697: Melanin Lizard"

E-Rank card limit 100

A lizard big enough to swallow a cow

Pushed to the point of fainting

It has a sensitive mole somewhere on its back

It uses various large and small spot camouflages to keep it Hidden

Meleoron and Seam looked at the card he handed them.

"Hmm...

What is this, how did you know?"

Meleoron tilted his head. He seemed to be wondering how he could see through its weak, sensitive mole.... Actually, I am also worried. This lizard moves to protect its weakness, so I can see through it, but I defeated it without delay, Uranos.

"I'll tell you, but put it aside.

I can sell it for 6000 Jenny, so it's a waste."

"Wow!? A book!"

Meleoron took out his Binder and hurriedly put the card into his Empty Pocket. He opened the Binder page and looked at Uranos.

"Hmm.

From the answers, I vaguely remember."

…………

Do you remember? Of course, this guy has individual differences, and the weaknesses are also scattered.

"This guy's mole actually has patterns.

There are 16 patterns, and the mole's pattern and weakness are Fixed.

So if you memorize it, you can kill it immediately."

"What is that..."

I answered unconsciously. It is surprising that the pattern is Fixed, but even if you remember it...

Would you go that far to exploit the weakness of only one type of monster?

"... Uranos.

You participated in this game today, right?"

"Hm?

No, of course today is not the first time. You said you played before."

"Well, it's not like that...

It seems like it's been a long time since you entered, but do you still remember this period?"

Meleoron had a look of disgust. That's what it means... the weakness of only one monster...

"No, it's been half a year since I last played the game, my memory is fuzzy.

So you didn't say anything?

The reason I had some trouble is because I hit a few places."

Hmm...

"Is Uranos making money here?"

When I asked, Uranos answered with a bitter smile.

"Before.

... Actually, I remember more than a year ago. There are many places to earn money, and I didn't want to be disturbed by other players, so I wandered around to save money. People always come here.

Basically, it's more efficient to work where there are no other people."

I see, I am an efficiency cook... no, I am a gamer. Hardcore.

Sensing the subtle atmosphere, Uranos clapped his hands.

"Well, one by one. Let's keep moving forward."

A horse with a strange mouth appeared in front of us, running without moving.

"Yes!"

Uranos made a sound and quickly grabbed the horse's tail. A running horse. He pulled its tail and put it aside. Good! It turned into smoke.

So fast.

"Oh..."

I covered my eyes with one hand. Yes, I know I know, but it has no lid...

"Eh, is that so?"

"What is it now?"

Meleoron looked alternately at me and Uranus. "Uranus, you didn't even order to avoid it..."

"Hmm.

I will explain, Meleoron, take out your Binder."

"Um, yes. The book.

... Is that card that good?"

A confused Uranus cheerfully placed a card onto the page Meleoron had opened.

"585: Bubble Horse"

C-Rank Card, limit 50

Protects itself by deceiving enemies with red and white soap bubbles

Attack power is very small

You will be surprised at how loud it is

"That's right. 14,000 Jenny.

The most expensive monster in this rocky area."

"Eh!?

How did you get so much just now!?"

Meleoron was surprised by the face value, probably because he defeated it too easily. Well, if you look at how you are playing now, it really looks like a small-time thug...

"... If it's a direct attack, that's because it's the hardest one to capture here.

Direct attack, if

A helpless explanation. I don't want to do this because it's not fair... I am Together with Gon and the others, so if I teach them how to defeat them, they will lose the will to Training direct attacks."

"Uranus.

I know it's a profitable monster, but it's also a Training opportunity."

"Oh, yes.

Sorry...

Next time I will teach you how to go."

Uranus suddenly fluttered. Well, if you consider it from next time.

As I ran through the narrow Rocky Mountains, I heard a crunching sound behind me.

"Uranus! From behind!"

The leading Uranus stopped suddenly at almost the same time as my voice.

"Everyone keep running forward!"

Uranus slipped past us as he spoke, running behind us with the sound.

When I turned around, what was reflected in my field of vision was a giant caterpillar, opening its mouth full of fangs, its body swaying left and right in a Chase! It feels disgusting no matter how many times I look at it! Look and move!

"Wow!"

Seeing that figure, only Seam ran further away. Meleoron and I stood still.

Uranus waited alone, kicking the caterpillar's mouth from below. The caterpillar's body surfaced—Uranus's palm slammed into its abdomen.

Good! There is also a monster that turns into smoke.

Uranus held the card in his hand, exhaling as he walked.

"Thank you for your hard work."

Uranus showed a wry smile,

"Lizards are the same, but reptiles will bite you.

I'm afraid of being hit, so I won't let my guard down."

Needless to say, Meleoron took out a Binder. Uranus had a thoughtful face.

"... What? Are you saying you don't need that card?"

"Hmm. What do you think?

I could sell it for 3,600 Jenny, but if it doesn't work, I might throw it away."

Saying that, Uranus took a picture.

"681: Rock Crawler"

F-Rank Card, limit 186

A giant caterpillar that bites people with its large poisonous fangs and can even crush rocks.

Moves quickly despite its size

It is difficult to attack because it constantly sways its body left and right

"It's powerful, but..."

Meleoron had a dissatisfied face. I'm not sure if I agree with the card's rank. I know, I know, that feeling.

"Whether it's strong or not is another matter.

... One thing I can say is that the rank of a card does not necessarily match the difficulty of obtaining it. At least it is a monster that has killed many players."

That's right... such a large monster, if it were someone with a Nen Ability below average, they could only run away. I think I could defeat Seam's aura, but I don't have the skill to do so.

The problematic Seam came back with an apologetic face, looking at the card in the Binder.

"If it were Meleoron, do you think you could defeat the monster from just now?"

"No...

How about you?"

"If you can defeat it, you can defeat it, but it's impossible to come out of the first match unscathed.

I think if you get used to it, you'll succeed."

"Is this correct?

There is a part of the torso where the aura is weak, and you were told to strike it. Looking at the movement just now, honestly, I think this is the best I can do to avoid the attack. I don't know what to aim for."

"This is clearly a move designed to be unsettling."

"Actually, dodging the attack, hitting the rock wall with your body, and aiming for where the movement stops is the direct hit method.

You don't have to imitate me intercepting you head-on."

With me currently wrapped in aura, I should be able to take it down without any problems. It's dangerous, so they probably won't allow me to fight.

Gently.

A black ball appeared in front of Uranus.

"Protect your face with your hands!"

The instructions came flying quickly; Meleoron and Seam stopped and raised their hands to protect their faces as they were told. I walked a few steps and stopped.

A black ball—Moss ball—jumped out quickly. It flew through the field of vision at high speed while reflecting off the ground and rock walls.

"Eta!?"

Seam screamed. Knowing it would hit their face, they didn't stop it. If you hold your hands too tightly, you can't see it jumping. I have to use my aura to detect it or react the moment I touch it.

Moss balls mainly bounces around Meleoron and Seam. Uranus—stared intently. Follow the movement in your field of vision, raise your palms.

──Hatsu!

I grabbed the ball of Goo that jumped at my face. Good! It turned into smoke.

"……Aisha, that's amazing.

I can see what it is now."

Seam said, half-moved and half-dumbfounded. If only I had known it would jump at my face.

Distribute the card to Meleoron, who took out the Binder and opened the page.

"673: Moss ball"

D-Rank Card, limit 80

A spherical creature that moves at lightning speed

Its Hardness is about the same as a rubber ball, so even if it is attacked, it will not be damaged.

If it hits your face directly, it would be annoying.

"By the way, how much is it?"

Uranus shrugged at Meleoron, who was asking about cash,

"9000 Jenny. Ranked second in this rocky area.

Bubblehorse 14000, Moss ball 9000, Melaninlizard 6000.

I think these three types might fill all the free pockets."

"……Are you that desperate?"

"That's why I said to throw away the cheap cards.

Before you leave here, how many monsters do you think you'll encounter? You can easily fight 200 times."

When Uranus said this, he seemed to have hatred from the bottom of his heart,

"Wow."

Meleoron and Seam were in perfect coordination. Good friends, really.

A one-eyed square monster floating in the air. Uranus's eyes widened suddenly, and at this moment it swelled up. The monster whose eye was poked turned into a card.

"If you take your time, this guy will attract enemies.

You'd better kill him quickly."

"671: Stone Jelly"

F-Rank Card, limit 204

A square stone jellyfish floating in the air

It expands and hits the body

If you keep looking at me with one eye, you will attract other enemies.

"How to match it?"

Meleoron asked. Uranus had an exquisite face.

"2700 Jenny."

Perhaps because he understood the situation, Meleoron put away the card without complaint. Hmm. Neither the giant nor the mole appeared. I want to fight as soon as possible.

As you continue forward, the Puppet Knight will reappear.

Before the knight could move, Uranus disappeared behind a rock.

I hurried back and handed something to Meleoron.

"Hmm?"

Meleoron stared at the remote-controlled mouse that Uranus had picked up.

"Ukiya!?"

A mouse that surprises you with an interesting dokinko. It turned into smoke.

Gayam, the Puppet Knight could not move. The card flattened.

"……It's cute, isn't it?"

"Hey, Kora. Don't pick up the card."

"It's 600 Jenny, isn't it?"

"Mm.

After all, you're the one who brought it along the whole way."

"……Don't provoke me, I won't do it again."

"It's fine. I'm having fun."

Uranus and Meleoron are doing well. Seam turns his face toward me, looking amused. These two are truly funny.

Even so…… do you want to pick up a remote-controlled mouse that faints just from eye contact? Do something actually interesting. It would be good if Gon and the others accepted this kind of Training.

"Aisha, isn't this a prop?

I think it would sell for a high price."

He seemed to point at the rickety Puppet knight and ask.

"Ah. That is……

Like the remote-controlled mouse, it must be a product just in case……

It doesn't look like an item, so even if you take it, it won't turn into a Monster Card."

Although it is high-quality knight equipment. That said, carrying something that can't be used as a card is ridiculous. Monster Cards are easier and more reliable.

I go to check on Uranus; he seems to know if it will sell.

"Hm? No, I don't know either.

As expected, I don't want to carry things that can't turn into cards. ……Why not sell it?"

Correct.

We ran again. Uranus easily defeated the Melanistic Lizard that appeared on the way, and this time Uranus caught the Sparrow that appeared again.

Now.

We are being chased by a large swarm of bees, listening to the unpleasant buzzing of wings.

"Gaga!"

Meleoron and Seam are running often. No, no, no…… you don't have to run away like that. I understand. Sounds good.

Uranus turns around, slipping away from me with a surprised look on his face.

When I accelerate slightly, keep distance, then turn around.

Uranus circles around the bees, stabbing his Sword into the swarm.

Good! The swarm turned into smoke.

Holding a card in one hand, Uranus looks bored. ……Although it's impressive, you two have already come a long way.

"……Aisha.

"Huhu, that's right. But it's still worth the Cultivation."

"I'm troubled……"

《748: Killer Bee Swarm》

G-Rank Card limit 308

A group of bees, but the collective is a monster

I must defeat the only Queen Bee in the swarm.

Even if you run away, it will Stick to you persistently

The returning Meleoron and the others look at the card.

"How much? How did you do it?"

Facing this question, Uranus sighs.

"……1200 Jenny.

In the swarm, there is a rather large bee, guarded so closely.

When the Queen Bee is defeated, it turns into a card. No matter how many other bees you kill, the number only decreases."

"Hu……"

"This isn't poop. Someday I will make you fight them.

Come on, let's go. ……That guy will be slapped in the face sooner or later."

"Wow!?"

Meleoron and Seam throw away their cards and sprint.

"Ah!"

Uranus chases after them, annoyed. Not applicable. The person who says it's troublesome, take good care of yourself…… you too.

Uranus catches up to them,

"——Stop! Watch the ground!"

The three people running in front of me stop suddenly. Back to back, observing the surrounding environment. I also catch up—

Immediately step over the raised ground! Smoke guns and smoke gush out.

Uranus cuts his foot to another place. A mole that was kicked away as soon as it came out of the ground turns into a card.

We stand still. ……Still there.

Meleoron gets impatient. Seam is restless. Uranus and I stay alert, taking the time to pick up cards.

The ground a little further away bulges, and a large mole waves its claws to attack. The target is—Seam!

The claws flash, clamping onto a leg—Uranus flicks the claws away with the sole of his shoe, smashing the mole into the ground. The last one turns into smoke.

《708: Scratch Mole》

F-Rank Card limit 210

A vicious mole suddenly stretched its claws out from the ground to scratch.

If you don't attack it immediately, it will quickly escape underground.

"1500 Jenny.... This guy's attack power is well-known, but his legs were injured, and it seems he was killed when he couldn't escape from other monsters."

Uranus said this before Meleoron could ask him anything.

"…Can I throw it away?"

"I don't want it."

Meleoron and Seam were still a bit nervous. Aiming at the seam must be mentally taxing. I know how you feel, but you have to get used to it.

Perhaps because they appeared in succession, there was a period of time without monsters. Seam's movements were sluggish, possibly because he kept getting into bad situations from time to time. This rocky area was long to begin with. It is still too early to go downhill now.

The Bubble Horse appeared again.

This time, Uranus did not move immediately even after taking a stance.... But don't give me any more orders.

The Bubble Horse spat red and white bubbles from its unique mouth. Use your tail to scatter them.

Before the red and white bubbles could spread, Uranus ran over with his body lowered and blew at his torso. A Bubble Horse that had fallen on its side had already turned into a card.

Well, yes... well, that's fine. After the bubbles.

Even after the Bubble Horse disappeared, the red and white balls were still flying around.

"You two, please switch between 'Zetsu' and 'Ten' while avoiding them."

When I said this

"Eh!? Which is which!?"

Meleoron said in confusion. Oh no, these kids.

"…Red explodes when it touches Aura, and white explodes when it touches Aura."

The siblings looked timid, trying to pass through the flying bubbles—

—Bam! Pop! Pan!

"Whoa! Whoa!"

"Hey, Seam is on a rampage!"

Hmm... once that happens, it's not good. Especially the white ones exploding in a chain reaction.

The two forcibly entered Uranus. That's probably it... Rikku would be a big Obstacle, and the difficulty is too high for the two of them.

Since it is a state forced like a "coat," avoid all the bubbles and rush toward the three of them while keeping an eye on the white balls.

"…Uranus. Please give me the correct instructions."

"Ah!? Yes, I'm sorry!"

I forgot. You are also careless, Uranus.

Uranus accelerated the battle with the monsters, as there was no end to the fighting with them.

After completing the 20th engagement in the Rock Area,

"Don't come out, Giant...

Are you lowering the appearance rate?"

"If you don't go out, I don't think you should go out."

"Ah. Could it be that they didn't appear in this Rock Area at all?"

"That kind of change seems possible."

I feel that the monsters that suddenly started fighting are a bit strong. Aside from Gon and the others, Seam alone wouldn't be able to win at first glance.

Uranus glanced at his siblings,

"…Well, that's right. It's not a small deal, but the card's selling price is cheap.

I don't know what's unsuitable about a newbie killer like this..."

As we were talking, Meleoron picked up the card.

"Don't you want this too?"

"No, 1100 Jenny.

Ah, it's my first time seeing it, so please look at the text on the card just in case."

《685: Rabbit Snake》

H-Rank Card limit 760

A pink snake with rabbit ears and hands

He has a weak will and runs away when outnumbered

Summons other monsters with thought waves

"Looks like it's getting dark...

If you are going to leave, I hope you leave before it gets dark."

That's right.... If it becomes Pitch Darkness, the siblings might not be able to dodge attacks from giants they have never seen before. Especially Seam, who is dangerous when dealing with monsters she sees for the first time.

As we steadily advanced through the unremarkable rock formations.

Nu, the Cyclops finally appeared.

"Don't stand in front, keep your distance!

Aisha, please start from the right!"

"Yes!"

Uranus jumped toward the giant on the left while giving instructions. He kicked its eye, then used a backfist to strike the eye of the other body. Both bodies turned into cards in the blink of an eye.

I kicked off the rock wall and smashed my Sword into my eye while avoiding the giant's attack. Using this recoil, I landed on the rocky highland, my heel landing on the first eye of the Titan, which was chasing it with its momentum.

4 bodies remaining.

Meleoron escaped the blows of the blindly swinging clubs. Sorry, but it's easy to use bait to lure them into fighting here too.

A few seconds later, the entire army of giants was wiped out.

"572: Cyclops"

G-Rank Card limit 333

The largest giant species.

They like to attack creatures that enter their territory in groups.

Low intelligence, and abnormally fragile when attacked in their weak eyes.

"... This is G-Rank.

How much?"

"700 Jenny.

... No, you don't look like you're complaining to me. Just kidding, I wanted to say that too."

"There are indeed many, but...

The attacks are a repetition of two basic patterns."

Because I can only swing the club down and swing it left and right. If you stand in front, it will hit you directly. The fact that one hit can take it down is probably the reason it earned G-Rank.

"Even so, it has attack power and speed, and it's quite annoying.

Tianwangxing clapped his hands, changing his mood.

"Well, I've fought all 12 types.

From now on, I will pick up the pace."

"Eh!"

"What are you saying?

If we continue at this speed, we will really reach Masadora in the middle of the night.

Look, I'm basically the one doing the fighting, so I'm going to move forward.

Even with Aisha's 'En', my aura won't last until midnight."

It is. I completely forgot there was a time limit.

But it's still fun not to use 'Ryu' against monsters like this. This is better training than I imagined. Somehow, this is a life-or-death battle, so I'm excited. It's been a long time since I've felt this comfortable tension.