Solo Max-Level Newbie - Chapter 103
Episode 103 Medusa Raid (3)
It is said that Medusa in Greek mythology has two more sisters.
The immortal gods Steno and Euryale.
‘In fact, they are stronger beings than Medusa.’
Therefore, the gods of Olympus, thinking that their mighty power could pose a threat in the future, buried the two sisters deep in the volcano.
Burning alive, yet never dying. While making them curse their own bodies.
Of course, all of these are settings that exist only in [Tower of Trials], not in mythology.
But should we say that the source has become a lie now?
‘In a way, it’s ironic. Well, that’s what life is all about.’
Fiction is adapted and becomes reality.
And in the distorted reality, appropriate strategy must be applied.
like right now
“How dare you… say that!”
Cuckoo Cuckoo!
A ghastly murderous breath rose from Medusa’s body.
“Big!”
“omg!”
“What kind of magical power…”
The players of the Fighting Fathers Guild who were around took a deep breath.
The energy that gripped her whole body was so heavy that it was difficult for her to dare to lift a finger.
Like a puppy standing in front of a tiger.
The momentum of the fight was decided by a single release of mana.
rattle!
The players bowed their heads and did not even dare to raise their swords and shields.
However, only one.
‘It can’t collapse like this.’
Young-kwon Lee bit his molars.
The Tower of Trials has arrived and it has now been only two months.
No matter how much they leveled up and went through dungeons, they were bound to be newbies who had just cast off their common people.
It means that he still lacks the determination and experience to risk his life to fight.
That’s why not everyone could be brave even though it was a prestigious guild.
‘Know. That we are also lacking.’
but.
Humans are animals of adaptation.
When given an absurd situation, it grows accordingly.
You can’t just say weak things forever!
“Attack them all at once! Never back down!”
Lee Young-gwon shouted.
When the unique ability, ‘Comprehensive Command’ was activated, a golden mist spread around Lee Young-gwon’s body.
[Raid morale increases by 30%!]
[All attack power and defense power increases by 10%!]
The dazzling energy removed Medusa’s life and encouraged the raid members.
It was then that everyone grabbed their weapons.
“Damn it. Either way, die like this or die like that!”
“okay. We too have pride. I can’t just leave everything to player Kang Jin-hyuk.”
“Even if you look at it like this, you broke through the competition rate of 1,000 to 1 and entered the company!”
All kinds of magic were directed at Medusa at once.
It was a blow in which all mana was poured into it with the idea of winning at once.
Blinding lights flickered all at once.
Wow!
Pew!
Huge craters formed in the marble floor, and debris tumbled from the ceiling and walls.
In the place where it seemed that a carpet bombing had been inflicted, a thick dust rose.
Evidence of a great concentration of mana.
but.
That’s all.
No matter how much he used the best skill he had, it wasn’t enough to hit the magical beast in the myth.
“Really, humans… are a rude species. Can’t you see I’m talking to that cheeky kid?”
Medusa did not hide her irritation.
Red flames were burning from the whip in his hand.
Wedge love!
The whip, which was extended in an instant, was directed at the tanker standing at the front.
“Oops?”
The tanker reflexively raised his shield.
“Are you going to stop it? Does this body look like an idiot who can only use petrification in your eyes?”
The power of a snake that can crush the spine of a beast at once.
That was another ability Medusa possessed.
The whip completely wrapped around the tanker’s body.
That’s it.
Quadruped!
“Aaaagh!”
The shield as well as the armor made of iron were bent in one blow.
Of course, the people inside were also turned into mush to the extent that it was difficult to recognize their shape.
A thick fountain of blood gushed out.
Medusa, whose whole body was stained red, warned the players.
Don’t mistake the place you dare to intervene in the topic of prey.
“Ugh…”
“Tae tanker can’t stand a single attack…”
The morale that had risen due to the ‘all-in-one command’ disappeared like snow.
That’s right.
It’s no use pouring all our firepower on this one.
Conversely, the opponent overpowered the tank with a single light gesture.
It is a battle without a win.
If you keep trying, you’ll end up hitting a rock with an egg.
“The worms, get out of here. You guys don’t even deserve to be the ornaments of my temple.”
The whip rushed once more.
In order to wipe out the defeated soldiers who have completely lost their fighting spirit.
‘I can’t do it no matter how hard I try.’
Lee Young-gwon kept his mouth shut.
however.
Kwaaang!
The whip, which was stretched out in a straight line, bounced off something.
The weapon, which was so heavy that it was ignorant, was blocked so lightly.
“thing. Don’t Greek schools teach teachers not to bully the weak?”
Jinhyeok holding a shield clicked his tongue.
I was going to prepare a trap to catch Medusa after leaving it to Lee Young-kwon if I could earn some time.
Looking at the difference in level, it seemed that only corpses would pile up.
“Thank you for saving me.”
“I will take care of the angry worm. The engineering captain, take the engineering crew out of the labyrinth. right now.”
Jinhyeok once again drew the line.
Those who are helpful in raiding. The one who is of no help whatsoever.
Among the two, he told me which father to fight belonged to.
“…”
Lee Young-gwon trembled with helplessness, but it was only for a moment.
It was bravery, not bravery, that made the mistake come here.
I knew I could tell myself that much.
“I wish you good luck. Player Kang Jin-hyuk.”
Lee Young-kwon briefly bowed his head.
＊＊＊
Medusa did not move until the attacking party retreated.
It’s an uninteresting prey, so it’s a good look.
instead.
All that attention was focused on Jinhyeok.
“Did you mean angry earthworms about me?”
“haha. Since I came from a liberal arts department, it was difficult to distinguish between reptiles and arthropods. Isn’t it similar because it crawls roughly?”
“Hoo. If you anger me, you won’t die gracefully. It looks like you’re going to keep teasing your snout?”
“Sorry, but I have no intention of dying here. In fact, I don’t think it’s even dangerous enough to die.”
Jinhyeok was dead.
On the other hand, Medusa’s face turned even more stern than the first time.
Why are you deliberately provoking?
Simple.
The last condition to change your job to a closed master.
Because it is to capture the boss monster alive inside the barrier.
And for that…
[Medusa activates Lv19 ‘Gorgon’s Realm’!]
Ugh!
Magical power that spreads widely enough to encompass the entire temple.
okay. It was essential for Medusa to activate this skill.
‘…It caught me.’
Instead of maximizing attack power, a skill that slows down its unique irregular movements.
‘Gorgon’s realm’ is a double-edged sword.
Of course, from Medusa’s point of view, she must have thought that she would not be able to inflict a single wound on herself with just one human movement.
I have made countless people into stone statues so far, so I have no choice but to be confident.
‘By the way, is there such a thing?’
I just kept winning.
It’s just that I’ve met my opponent well so far.
“You shouldn’t be conceited just for learning newbies.”
“cheeky! I will melt you alive and eat you!”
Medusa spewed a purple liquid.
Because of the overlapping Gorgon’s area buff, the acid has the power to corrode anything it touches in an instant.
‘As expected, he’s aiming for the bridge.’
Is it because of their tendency to want to eat their prey fresh?
Medusa always aimed at her target’s legs.
Jinhyeok focused his magic on both legs.
fault!
When the ‘Gombardy Emperor’ was revealed, Jinhyeok’s new type disappeared like smoke.
Jinhyeok moved over Medusa’s head one step faster than the speed at which the acid liquid reached the floor.
Jinhyeok, who perfectly caught the back, stretched out his palm.
Whoa!
Ancient runes began to appear in the air.
[The barrier ‘Sealing Crown’ is activated!]
Of course, it takes a very tricky technique to create a barrier that can trap a boss monster.
That’s why I didn’t like to use barriers in battle until now.
It was because it was not easy to control the arrangement of runes or the amount of magical power before changing jobs, even for the late Jinhyeok.
A blue membrane wrapped around Medusa.
“Do you dare to think you can block me with a glass wall like this!”
Medusa brandished her whip as if laughing.
Kwak Kwa Kwa Kwa Kwam!
One side of the barrier shattered with a roar.
‘hmm.’
After all, it was impossible to create a barrier to trap the boss with just a few seconds.
At a minimum, you’ll need minutes, not seconds.
then.
Jinhyeok dismantled the use of ‘The Sword Demon Emperor’.
At the same time, he strengthened his arms using the ‘Giant’s Grasp’.
Fisik!
A mocking sneer flowed from Medusa’s mouth.
It was because the strengthening series that simply increased strength was a very easy ability for Medusa to deal with.
“I will fight head-to-head…”
His expression softened slightly and his tone softened.
I didn’t stop thinking about killing him.
It must be closer to the meaning of playing with leisure like before and then eating it.
Even beyond the reflection of the shield, his intentions were conveyed.
“Looks like running away like flying flies is over now?”
“Just say what you do. Because I can’t get used to the pretentious tone.”
“Whoops. Don’t be too cold. It’s because you pricked the sore spot.”
Medusa smiled brightly.
“But what are you doing by strengthening that weak arm? You don’t think you can beat me just by using one skill, do you?”
“Are you weak?”
Jinhyuk tilted his head.
well.
I’ve only used this skill once, but it’s far from being weak.
Above all, now that gap stats and adaptive stats are activated.
The giant’s grip was far from simply raising the grip.
‘Even if it’s far, it’s too far.’
Jinhyuk slowly reached out his hand.
Pillars touched by the fingers.
right at that moment.
Crunchy!
My fingers dug into the stone and the whole pillar over 5m was pulled out.
“Looks like the lady is also quite confident in her power struggles. Also, I am not pushed anywhere.”
So let’s try it.
Which one can play hotter.
“You ignorant…!”
Medusa raised her head with a tired expression.
＊＊＊
Kwaaang!
Slap!
When Jinhyeok swung the pillar, Medusa smashed the pillar with her whip.
It is simply a battle of strength and power.
Clearly so.
It must be so…
‘What is it?’
Medusa felt a strange sense of incompatibility.
A question clinging to my whole body.
The reason soon became clear.
‘…I can’t live with the attack?’
Yes.
The pole the opponent wielded was just faithful to the purpose of swinging, and he didn’t feel the slightest desire to kill the enemy.
Come to think of it.
no way?
Medusa’s pupils narrowed.
“You’re like a serpent…!”
with a sharp roar.
Through the shield, I could see the opponent smiling brightly.
“I’m not stupid at all, but it’s a pity. Couldn’t you have noticed it a little sooner?”
Jinhyeok activated the prepared card.