The Count’s Youngest Son Is A Player - Chapter 167

Episode 167

“It’s been a while since I’ve been here.”

Raoul, looking like Bae Do-hyeon, said as he entered a small room surrounded by white walls.

“Oh, you said you passed it once in your previous life, right?”

Ravel suddenly appeared on Bae Do-hyeon’s shoulder and looked around curiously as he spoke.

Even in my previous life, I entered this place at the beginning of the game, so more than 15 years have already passed.

But for some reason, I couldn’t feel any signs of popularity around me.

It is normal for it to be crowded as the Graduation Tower has appeared and many players have visited the place.

“It’s a very elaborate illusion and space magic. Honestly, I think it would be difficult for me to fully understand it.”

Ravel adjusted his glasses and looked at the magic circle with interest.

As expected, what created this place was the connect system.

Because he was a fraudulent being who exercised almost god-like powers.

Other players who entered the tower probably entered this room alone.

At that time, letters magically appeared on the blank white wall in front and someone’s voice was heard.

“Welcome players to the Tower of Graduation. Here, you can test the skills you have honed at Connect.”

Then a simple explanation appeared on the wall.

It was broadly divided into individual tests and group tests, and there were tests for combat occupations and non-combat occupations.

The tower’s test has a total of 10 floors.

It was explained that there are a variety of tests available, from simple ability measurements to practical tests.

“…So, we recommend a test type depending on the player’s characteristics and skill growth direction. Of course, you can also take exams from classes other than those recommended, but be careful because you may be at a disadvantage if you are not in the relevant occupation.”

After the explanation, the magic screen on the wall says, “The player’s condition is being measured.” The message ‘Please wait a moment’ came to mind.

“Before, I was recommended to take a psychic test without even having to take it. What will happen this time?”

“I know. But isn’t this test set based on Raoul’s original abilities?”

“no way. Then, before you even take the test, you’ll be told, ‘Player, you don’t need to take the test.’ “Isn’t this kind of comment coming out?”

I didn’t really want to try it.

There are many useful rewards, but what loss is it if you are deprived of even the opportunity to take the test?

And fortunately, no such disaster occurred.

But what was displayed on the screen was definitely something out of the ordinary.

〈Recommended test list〉

Close combat. Long-distance combat. Super power. Magic. Summons. reconnaissance. assassination. produce. cook. Collection. ….

The list of tests for almost all occupations was extensive, and there was even a sign telling you to skip the screen.

“I guess this is…?”

“I think it’s because of the skill encyclopedia. What are you going to do? “It would take a year to turn this all around.”

Bae Do-hyun scratched his head.

There were already over 1,500 skills registered in the skill book.

In order to replenish the skill encyclopedia’s proficiency correction and encyclopedia experience points, I completed skill quests that were determined randomly every week, and quite a few skills that had nothing to do with combat reached intermediate level 1.

While I was collecting it anyway, I thought I wouldn’t worry about it, so I collected skills for non-combat occupations and ended up in this situation.

“I just need to break a few important things. “It’s not like we can break everything anyway.”

Even if you raised your proficiency level to intermediate level, there was no guarantee that you would pass the test.

And what you are aiming for is not just passing the test, but the [Beat the Instructor] event reward.

It was clear that if I tried to challenge myself by relying on my haphazard skills, I would only be wasting my time.

In particular, there was no reason to touch non-combat occupations.

However, those worries were in vain as a new system message appeared before my eyes.

– The number of individual tests per person is limited to three. Choose carefully.

“Heh. There was no need to worry. So, shall we start with superpowers? “I think it would be perfect for warming up.”

Since I know roughly everything about the test, it won’t take much time.

“Raul, don’t forget that there is something you must gain this time!”

“okay. “I don’t really feel like it, but I have no choice.”

When Bae Do-hyeon shrugged, Ravel pursed his lips and entered the encyclopedia.

“You don’t need my help, right? “Call me later during the test.”

Bae Do-hyeon, who was left alone, chuckled.

In any case, his main battle test would have been difficult if Ravel showed up.

This is because I was planning to produce it as a video and upload it.

‘Then shall we begin?’

Bae Do-hyun chose [Super Power Test].

* * *

Raoul, who had climbed the tower with great difficulty, was already approaching the last floor, the 10th floor.

The first and second floors are tests of the basic knowledge and abilities that all players must have, regardless of their occupation.

On the 3rd to 5th floors, various basic tests to measure psychic abilities were conducted.

And from the 6th to the 9th floor, there were practical tests using supernatural powers and tests related to sparring hunting and combat.

Bae Do-hyeon passed the tests very easily while only using telekinesis appropriate to the proficiency level of early 50 and early intermediate levels.

If the video is released later, everyone will be amazed by Bae Do-hyun’s strategy, which is like a classic.

Finally, the 10th floor.

As Bae Do-hyeon opened the door and entered, a large plaza bathed in sunlight appeared in front of him, along with a training hall in the middle of it.

“Welcome, challenger.”

On the training ground, an ordinary-looking man who looked to be at least in his mid-40s was waiting for Bae Do-hyeon.

The name of the instructor examined through the analysis plan is Stephen Lake.

He was a dual psychic who used A-rank body strengthening techniques and B-rank wind manipulation techniques.

‘The instructor is different, but the combination of abilities is similar. If you’re a normal psychic, it’s going to be tricky.’

The superpower series can be broadly divided into two categories.

One is the ‘Strengthening Art’ series.

It was a type used to strengthen or transform one’s body or object. In general, it was a case of aptitude for close combat.

The second is the ‘phenomenal interference’ series.

A type that transforms and distorts nature, such as telekinesis or supernatural powers that control elements.

This side often preferred long-distance combat or utilized versatility (utility).

Since ordinary psychics often specialize in one side or the other, they are bound to experience difficulties when they meet an opponent who handles both sides, like the instructor who showed up at the training hall.

Of course, Bae Do-hyun wasn’t like that at all.

“Hoo. Are you a player with telekinetic powers? “As it is a highly versatile superpower, if you use it well, you can exert outstanding power.”

As the instructor nodded his head and expressed his well-wishes, Bae Do-hyeon also slightly bowed his head to show respect.

“Do you want to start right away?”

“Yes, please.”

“Okay then, let’s go to the starting point.”

Perhaps to avoid any space disadvantage, the training hall was very large.

As I stood at the end of the square training ground, which was almost 200 meters on a side, I could see the instructor’s small figure.

And then a system message appeared before Raoul’s eyes.

〈Event Quest: Defeat the Instructor〉

Grade: A

Goal: Defeat the psychic instructor on the 10th floor of the Graduation Tower

Additional goal: Win using only the ‘superpower’ skill without using any other skills

Restrictions: Player and instructor All are fixed at LV50 skill proficiency, intermediate level 1

Reward: Random exclusive equipment box (A) Title (A) Large amount of experience 50,000 coins

Additional reward: Enhanced exclusive skill effect

‘As expected. The reward is enormous.’

What particularly catches my eye is the additional compensation.

How much did you benefit from strengthening your telekinesis in Zeinak’s dungeon?

I had no intention of missing this time either.

‘I didn’t get it in my previous life, but this time it will be different.’

In the first place, the combat experience itself was different from back then.

For Bae Do-hyeon, who had already worked his way up to becoming a master of superpowers, there was no problem even if he limited himself to intermediate level 1.

Moreover, there was even a secret weapon.

When I pressed the ‘Challenge’ button in the air, the sparring with the instructor finally began.

* * *

“Cough. “This is ridiculous…”

Instructor Stefan, who was hanging in the air by Raoul’s telekinetic power by the neck, was dripping blood and his voice was muffled.

His entire body was full of wounds, and five daggers were dug into his body up to the hilt.

On the other hand, Raoul was fine and did not look like a man who had fought a battle at all.

“Triple? Quadra?”

Unintelligible words flowed from the instructor’s mouth.

“well.”

However, Bae Do-hyun only smiled strangely and did not respond.

“I lost. Congratulations, challenger. “May your future be filled with blessings.”

With those words, the instructor’s appearance disappeared like smoke.

From the beginning, it was a match he was no match for.

Although they placed restrictions on each other’s skill proficiency, Bae Do-hyun was not a typical player who relied on skill.

This is because he was already at a level where he could use more than the proficiency indicated by the system.

Moreover, he had a cheat called ‘Skill Encyclopedia’.

There are a total of three additional skill slots provided by the encyclopedia.

Bae Do-hyun was equipped with the Flicker (B), Fast Movement (B), and Gravity Field (B-) skills.

The instructor was unilaterally defeated by Raoul, who used a total of four supernatural powers, including telekinesis, at the right time.

Of course, since it looked like only telekinesis and flicker were used on the outside, the instructor was unable to judge accurately.

‘It was an appropriate penalty.’

However, it would have been completed more easily if there had not been a restriction to use ‘only superpowers’ in the first place.

Bae Do-hyeon’s swordsmanship skills, which are almost master, would have been able to easily cut down a body-enhanced superpower even if he were restricted to intermediate level 1.

Faaat.

The space on the 10th floor disappeared, and Bae Do-hyun was already back in the room he was in when he first entered the tower.

Messages congratulating me on my graduation and rewards for completing quests popped up in front of me.

‘Check it later.’

Raoul, who closed the message window, chose to take the next test right away.

Of course, the sport is [close combat].

Maybe this test would end more simply. because.

“Master, would you like to get some fresh air after a long time?”

“okay. “Let’s take a look and see what the ‘Graduation Tower’ is.”

When I activated Regnator Stage 1, Cardenas appeared in a translucent state and looked around with interest.

In the first place, he was a person who was sealed for a long time by ‘divine power’.

I couldn’t help but be very interested in the transformation of the connect system, which is no less than a god.

And Bae Do-hyun quickly reached the 10th floor of the tower.

“Welcome, challenger!”

Likewise, on the training ground, a large knight was waiting for Bae Do-hyeon.

‘You don’t notice either.’

Among Regnator’s special functions, there was something called [Secret Predation].

It was a function that could absorb other low-level power armor and mimic its function.

And Raoul gave Regnator one of the power armors he had acquired through the previous territory war and the count’s civil war.

[Durensa D-type internally mounted power armor]

Grade: D

Output: 0.55 CP (Core Power)

Operation time: 1h/max

Operation type: Mana stone consumption

Defense technique: Circle 3

Special features: Power armor worn inside armor. It is impossible to tell whether it is worn from the outside.

Power armor for internal installation.

It was a unique product that could hide power armor inside the armor using special materials.

It had a decent function of preventing exposure when targeting the enemy’s weak spot or infiltrating the enemy’s lines, but it is now almost obsolete.

The reason was poor performance compared to the relatively high price.

The output of the popular F-grade power armor is close to 07 CP, but the output is only 0.5 level.

Additionally, the operating time is short and the defensive force field is substandard.

Although the intention behind the production was good, practicality inevitably fell.

‘But he’s the perfect fit for Regnator.’

Regnator, a unique type of power armor that does not cover the entire body, was bound to be noticed wherever it went.

However, by feasting on this guy, he was able to make up for that shortcoming.

In fact, doesn’t the instructor in front of him have no idea that Bae Do-hyun is wearing power armor?

‘You probably never even thought about the fact that players can equip power armor in the first place.’

Is there any reason not to take advantage of these blind spots?

And the results were immediately revealed.

In the subsequent sparring with the instructor, Bae Do-hyeon did not use any skills and easily defeated the instructor purely with sword skills.

His original level was around Expert Intermediate, but how could he beat Bae Do-hyun, who was even wearing power armor?

Bae Do-hyeon, who easily cleared the second test, only has the final test left.

“It’s finally my turn.”

The long-awaited label has appeared again.

(Continued in the next part)