Damn System

Episode 24

Chapter 6 Player (4)

– Kj: You went on a mission for the first time with 10 Koreans three days ago? At that time, 3 people died in the mission and 3 others were seriously injured, so I immediately called 119 and went to the hospital.

– Kj: All of those people were taken from 111 while talking about protection measures. 111 is the NIS.

– Kj: But the next day, no comments came up.

– Kj: I tried to add a friend with the code name left in the post that was updated a while ago and we were exchanging secret comments among ourselves, but it was said that it was a dead player. let me sleep I’ll come capture it.

With the custom-made function, it was possible to capture the status window, storage box, and even the why community.

You can put it on the auction tab.

‘Now that there is a gift-giving function, I can just send it.’

As expected, a message soon popped up saying that a gift had arrived in Kj’s name.

It was a few image files. I checked them carefully.

‘The player who was taken by the NIS is dead… … .’

The death messages popped up for three people: Asa, Sleeping Eyepatch, and Lotto.

Matched the remaining records on the mission completion list.

It was also true that the NIS was mentioned in their last comment.

There was also talk of meeting other players there.

But you can’t believe everything Kj says by looking at a few images.

‘It could be a go-stop fight with the NIS.’

The world is full of scammers.

But what if this story is true?

‘I’ll have to move more carefully.’

I thought it was a good idea to contact Kj.

– Kj: I’m not sure that the other side did it… … First of all, we talked about not being noticed.

– K: Thank you for letting me know.

– Kj: It’s not a big deal, but what? Oh, do you know the guy who kills animals in Gwanak-gu these days?

– K: I saw the article. don’t know who

– Kj: A player, right?

– K: Maybe. Because the timing is so right.

– Kj: It was the day after our tutoring, right?

– K: ㅇㅇ Anyway ㄳ Can you share any news?

– Kj: Of course! Why don’t you give me some tips instead? I hesitated about when to say it because it looked like it was being eaten, but I was too desperate to argue with it. i really don’t want to die I can’t even sleep well because I’m afraid of when I’ll be dragged away again.

This is not simply asking for information that everyone knows over time.

He told me about the NIS in detail while taking screenshots.

‘The other side must have wanted something too.’

Maybe the saying that they entered with 10 and came out with 7 was a word to buy sympathy.

No, it would be safe to say that making the code name similar to mine was the goal in the first place.

Because it’s more likely to catch my eye than a word that has nothing to do with it.

‘If you look at the fact that he apologized right away when he first sent a message… … .’

Did he try to start a conversation with as little antipathy as possible?

Looking back at Kj’s actions, I smiled.

‘I don’t think he’s stupid.’

Looking at what he did, he was a guy who knew how to roll his head.

At first glance, the conversation I had with Kj seems to identify with the fact that I am Korean and chatter about the game.

However, if you look back at each one, you can see little by little intentions.

I guess I was very nervous because I thought I might have something to gain.

I wasn’t particularly offended by that fact.

Because I also wanted something, so I approached it first.

So there was no need to worry.

‘If the story of the NIS is true, it’s like taking it and jumping out.’

My hand moved easier than I thought.

– K: Do you have magic power management?

– Kj : The five hundred one on the technology tab? No, I don’t have that much mana yet.

If you have entered the mission, you will know about monsters, absorption, and purification patterns.

I decided to share other information.

– K: Don’t buy it. Although there may be individual differences, it is possible to acquire skills alone.

-Kj:????

The price of mana management sold in stores is 500 mana.

Buying it at its full price in the 1st level section is a hard thing to wake up to.

‘Perhaps, I think it’s to make a hole for those who don’t have any real talent to live in.’

In my opinion, level 1 is a section for building the body, and it is too early to use mana.

‘The criterion is probably a fox monster.’

1,000 mana needed to create a body capable of crushing and crushing monsters with pure power alone.

After making the body like that, the maintenance starts in earnest at the 2nd level.

It is to buy things such as skills, weapons, and potions from the shop and collect them.

Then level 3.

‘Perhaps the full-fledged hunting will begin from there.’

Doesn’t the answer come out just by looking at the rapidly increasing number of monsters?

In such a structure, the basic skill of mana management is 500 mana.

It’s a difficulty that requires that skill from level 1 right away, but it’s too expensive.

In my opinion, it felt like a last resort.

‘If it doesn’t work, buy this and use it.’

The possibility is high given that it is made so that you can acquire skills without system assistance.

Of course, both Magical Detection and Invisibility have complex magical structures, so it’s not a level that you can learn alone.

At least mana management is a skill that can be learned on its own.

– K: As far as I’ve found out, you can perceive magic power from the moment it exceeds 50. 130 should be enough. First, feel the magic power and try it as if it were moving inside your body. Then it will appear in the skills tab.

– K: Of course, it is assumed that there are individual differences in the probability of acquisition. People I know take a month to learn how to use mana.

– Kj: 1 month?

– K: It might be faster if you have the relevant attributes, but it’s possible without the attributes. Just because it takes a long time, don’t think about giving magic to live. Don’t even think about going in without it. Play slowly and reliably rather than risking your life to use the magic you gathered. After mastering mana management, practice the materialization stage. Without it, you’ll have a hard time clearing level 2.

– Kj: materialization? What is it? Is that a skill too?

– K: I arbitrarily call it that. An auxiliary function attached to mana management? It’s about taking mana out of the body, but it appears in the form of a red haze. If you put it on your body or weapon, you can think of it as increasing your attack power.

– K: For starters, this is the tip for level 1 and 2.

– Kj : … … thank you. Really, thank you very much.

– K: I was also thankful for the NIS.

– Kj: I will definitely repay this favor.

Eunhye, what that one word made my heart flutter.

I tried to ignore that feeling and sent a message.

– K: Instead of repaying the favor, I want you to keep the fact that I am Korean a secret.

– Kj: That’s right! I’m single-minded, loyal and loyal to my brother!

It seemed like his head was spinning quite a bit, so he shouldn’t have to worry too much for the time being.

I’m going to crack down on your mouth to get more information from me.

It was after I heard that Kj had already organized a party.

Of course, that was what I was thinking about.

All I want from this guy is that he doesn’t go around talking about me in the community like John did, that’s about it.

– Kj: I love you! Ha-doo-ha-doo! I’ll be sure to let you know if I get any news from the NIS! Believe me!

Love is a piece of sh*t, I smiled bitterly and sent a rough answer.

After that, I turned off the chat window, stood up, and used invisibility.

It’s been a while since I put a butterfly in my pocket to detect magical power and wander between buildings.

His expression gradually hardened.

‘Already six.’

There were quite a lot of people hiding between the alleys.

The butterfly in my pocket caught all the mana around me, so I couldn’t ignore it.

Perhaps, it seemed that I had settled down while I was recovering my magic on the rooftop.

‘Is it undercover?’

After taking a deep breath, I activated my senses by turning on my magic power.

The highly sensitive five senses allowed us to feel things that are difficult for normal humans to notice.

‘… … The smell of gunpowder.’

It’s that bittersweet smell you can smell after fireworks.

I was lost in thought. Do You Need a Firearm to Catch an Animal Killer?

‘A police officer might carry live ammunition, but… … .’

I felt strong. Maybe it’s because of the strong smell of gunpowder.

Above all, there were too many people compared to the scale of the incident.

‘I guess today is D-day.’

It didn’t really matter where the people hiding nearby belonged.

It only matters that the criminal is likely to be caught if he comes out to kill an animal today.

‘If it’s the police, I’ll follow you and observe more… … If it came directly from the government or the NIS, should I take this opportunity to find out the location of the NIS?’

It’s because it’s a national intelligence agency, so the address doesn’t appear on the Internet.

They say it’s in Naegok-dong, but I’ve never really been there, so it feels like a fake.

You will have to use a vehicle to transport them, so you can just get on top and follow them.

‘I have enough mana.’

If you use only invisibility, it can be maintained for about 2 hours.

I calmly organized my thoughts and passed the lurking ones.

“Yaaang!”

At that time, a high-pitched scream was heard from afar.

‘cat?’

It was definitely a cat cry. Apparently, the animal I chose this time was a cat.

It was exquisite timing, as if he had been waiting for this situation.

I knew right away because I had heard it several times in the past.

This is the final outburst of a creature before it dies.

I spurred on the outdoor air conditioner installed on the outer wall of the building and jumped up.

Reaching the top of the building in one or two leaps, I ran straight up the railing.

Soon, it took a large lump to detect magical power. It was three to four times larger than the average person.

I didn’t even have to think hard. that guy is a player

I wasn’t too surprised because I had already guessed to some extent.

However, when I found a shadow climbing up the outer wall of the building at the place where I arrived after chasing the magic, I almost cursed at it.

‘f*ck.’

Until then, I had been agitated, but I had no intention of stepping out.

However, the sound of a clap reached my sensitive hearing.

The smell of gunpowder, the sound of a gun being loaded, and the magic power that is getting closer.

Unknowingly, I grit my teeth.

“I found it!”

“3rd Floor!”

“Besieged!”

Just in time, people who came out of the alley between the buildings arrived at the scene.

They all had guns in their hands.

I never thought I’d see guns loaded with live ammunition in the middle of Seoul.

Three players believed to be dead after being contacted by the NIS.

Ethan had to stand in front of a gun at the end of each mission because he had to measure changes in his body.

When the two stories intertwined, I jumped off the roof and landed on an outdoor unit sticking out of the building.

Right after that, I grabbed the guy who was climbing the wall.

“Sah, it’s gone!”

In case of contact, invisibility can be overlaid, so I hurriedly applied magic.

“town!”

Almost at the same time, the startled guy covered his mouth to keep from screaming.

By that time, my insides were bubbling.

bloody hands.

A height that barely reaches my stomach.

A young face with messy hair that wasn’t trimmed properly.

Eyes drenched in water in a red, bloodshot state.

‘It’s like this f*cking system.’

It was a child who looked to be about twelve years old, with cat fur on his black hoodie.

“Don’t be fooled, look for it!”

“doesn’t exist!”

“You couldn’t have gone far, move!”

Seeing those who still wouldn’t let go of their guns, I couldn’t afford to leave this guy behind.

I wrapped the child around and left the seat.