Overgeared

an>The transcendent energy that appeared in myths stirred the earth and the atmosphere. Some of the swirling air currents changed sharply and formed a vortex. It was the expression of Braham’s Wind Cutter. The black-gold sword started to glow white as Weapon Enchant attached to Pinnacle was activated. The killing intent that couldn’t be measured caused the skin of everyone present to become numb. 

“Transcended Linked Kill Pinnacle.”

It was the fifth sword dance that Grid had fused together. As far as single-target destructive skills were concerned, the ultimate technique that transcended Linked Kill Flower Pinnacle cut at Limit. It was a courtesy to Limit, not the ‘Sword Duke.’ Grid released it into the world for the first time as a courtesy for the opponent who at least respected his ability. He was thankful.

“…” Limit, who was suffering in pain since the very beginning, was liberated from his pain. His death was instantaneous and calm. The empire’s greatest talent turned to ash. Only one player defeated the Sword Duke.

“What?” Resh couldn’t say anything. This death was unrealistic for him, who had experienced Limit’s strength just a short time ago.

On the other hand, Coke formed two tight fists and accepted reality.
“As expected of Grid…
I knew he could do it.”

“…”

He knew Grid could do it? He believed that one player would defeat one of the strongest NPCs? Resh was frankly unconvinced.
This was like a dream. However, it wasn’t a dream.

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[The Saharan Empire’s duke ‘Sword Duke Limit’ has been defeated.]

[It is a great accomplishment that no one has achieved.]

[Your reputation throughout the continent has increased.
You have acquired 3,000 reputation points.]

[The level of party leader ‘Grid’ has risen!]

[The ‘?’ of party leader ‘Grid’ has risen! It is a concept that you don’t understand yet.]

[The party leader ‘Grid’ has acquired the Star Sword.]

[The party leader ‘Grid’ has achieved the ‘First Step in Revenge.’]

[An unknown person has achieved level 400 for the first time.]

The world message rose after several notification windows. Resh could finally recognize the reality.

‘The best…!’ Resh’s eyes trembled as he gazed at Grid. He even got a strange sensation. What type of scenery was the world that Grid was looking at? Resh was curious.

***

[Your status has risen after a struggle with the strong.
Your skin feels a bit harder.]

[The increase in status has created the passive skill ‘Skin of Transcendence.’]

[Congratulations! You are the first player to achieve level 400!]

[You have taken the title ‘Pioneer’ from someone unknown!]

[Pioneer]

[A 10% increase in character experience acquisition.

10% increase in rewards for discovering new places.

Access to the Tower of Wisdom.

* This is a title that only the foremost person can have.
Keep in mind that it can be taken away by others at any time.]

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‘Ah.’ Grid noticed it after reading the description of the Pioneer title. This originally belonged to Kraugel.

‘…It’s big.’

Despite feeling a bit regretful…

‘Has he been sucking up this honey since the game started?’

It was both scandalous and thrilling. The notification windows were updated continuously.

[You have reached level 400 and achieved the fourth stats awakening!]

[For every point of stamina, health will increase by 30 and defense will increase by 1.2.]

[For every point of strength, health will increase by 9 and attack will increase by 0.8.]

[For every point of intelligence…]

……

……

[One of Pagma’s Descendant’s hidden pieces ‘Sealed Ability’ has been acquired.]

[The effect of the skill ‘Mineral Creation’ will change.]

[Mineral Creation]

[Create new minerals by mixing multiple minerals.
You can now choose pavranium as a mineral to mix.

Pavranium itself is the essence of a great magician’s knowledge, and you can now create new minerals on your own.

Time required to create minerals: Immediate.

Materials needed to create minerals: Five types of minerals, including pavranium.

Number of times that Mineral Creation can be used: 1.

* The weight of the mineral created is the same as the weight of the pavranium you currently have.

* After creating a new mineral, you can improve the mineral more effectively if you have the help of a great magician.]

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“Ah…”

Item Combination was the skill that Grid gained upon reaching level 300. He didn’t know what type of skill he would get this time, but it was better than he could’ve imagined.

“Hahat!”

Three years? No, was it four years? After reaching level 300, Grid took a really long time to reach level 400. Then it happened while he was smiling brightly and feeling so moved that think of a proper way to express his pleasure.

[The duration of Item Combination is over.]

The sword was separated. As Iyarugt started to return to his original position, his soul whispered, -You should beware of him.

“Who?”

-That demonkin. I don’t know for sure, but I smell it. By the way, how long will I be with Peak Sword…

Iyarugt’s words didn’t last long.
He was pulled by an irresistible force and returned.

“…What?”

Based on the tone, Iyarugt seemed to have a good relationship with Peak Sword. In the end, Grid turned to Biplonz, who was still leaning against the stone wall with his arms crossed. Hell’s beast demonic beast was afraid of him, and Sword Demon Iyarugt was wary of him.

‘But he’s not a bad person, so let’s keep an eye on him.’

The immediate problem wasn’t Biplonz but the three dukes.
He was also curious about the other prisoners present, but he had to leave quickly in case Edan discovered Limit’s death and came. “Biplonz, I’ll come back next time.
Please be safe until then.
I’ll give these keys back to you just in case.”

“I am embarrassed but thank you.”

Grid exchanged short goodbyes and escaped the Abyss with the dukes and Ke.
Resh had already secured a list of prisoners, so the quest was a success. Simultaneously in the celestial palace, Grandmaster Zikfrector put aside the magic crystal ball he had been watching for a long time.

“It was interrupted by Limit.”

He hadn’t expected Grid to win against a duke after becoming transcendent.

“I should’ve handled Limit in advance.”

No, no. It was unlikely Grid would break through the hydra considering how he struggled with Limit.

“I can only keep the promise next time.”

He had been waiting for hundreds of years. Waiting a bit longer wasn’t a problem. A faint smile appeared on the grandmaster’s face as he turned his gaze outside the window. It was a hundred-year-old smile.