Artifact-Devouring Player Chapter 171

As Sang -Hyeon
switched to a full-scale offensive that could be said to be extreme, Myeong-Myeong began to struggle greatly.

It felt like I was dealing with a completely different style of enemy. It was completely different from the patterns and tendencies I had learned before.

It was the moment when most of what I thought I had figured out about Sang-Hyeon became unnecessary.

But it was unfamiliar to the anonymous.

In fact, for Sang-Hyeon, this was also one of his own swordsmanship styles.

Extreme offense and defense.

The method of extremes was also a swordsmanship that Sang-Hyeon had studied and practiced for quite some time in his previous life.

Sang-Hyeon has lived a life of swordsmanship for 30 years.

Wouldn’t it have been boring if you had spent that long studying just one form?

That was also the reason why Sang-Hyeon was always confident in swordsmanship, even if he didn’t know about other fields.

I’ve tried everything I could. At least when it comes to swords, I’ve lived a life without regrets.

Right then.

Pa-pa-pa-pa. Pa-pa-pa. Pa-pa-pa.

The technique that Anmyeong used when he thought the situation was turning against him was the clone technique.

‘Oh.’

There was something peculiar.

Normal clone techniques show unity by having clones take on almost identical or similar poses.

The anonymous clone was a little different.

The way they acted was completely different, as if they each had separate selves.

He stretched his body by bending and straightening his knees. He scratched his head. He crossed his arms.

‘It’s not a complete illusion, but a tangible clone. Then, the vampire’s grasp will be activated for each individual.’

Sang-Hyeon made his own calculations.

If it has any shape at all.

If removed, the Vampiric Grasp will be activated. This means that it can be used as a means of recovering stamina.

“… … .”

Five anonymous and anonymous clones surrounded Sang-Hyeon in a circle at an appropriate distance. They were surrounded.

Since the core would be the main character anyway, I didn’t really care about being surrounded.

Instead, Sang-Hyeon closely examined each of the clones.

Because it has its own characteristics.

Actually, this is a question of the details and abilities of the clones.

Illusions and clones always have some awkward parts compared to the main body.

Is there a subtle difference between moving something yourself and having someone ‘command’ you to move it?

There were definitely elements that gave off a sense of incongruity, such as the reaction being delayed by half a beat or being abnormally fast.

So players who deal with clones or illusions have been studying how to package them naturally.

Sang-Hyeon didn’t really care about using illusion mediation or fragmented illusions as a means of avoidance or counterattack.

Assassin players like Shin Tae-ri put a lot of effort into ‘refining’ their clones. It’s that important.

‘It won’t be easy.’

The clones that Anonymous used seemed to be individuals each endowed with a certain degree of vitality and power.

This means that the clone’s attacks are not just illusions, but can actually cause damage.

Sang-Hyeon decided to strategically give up his body.

Anyway, thanks to the Sayz Armor, key areas including the internal organs can be protected primarily.

Therefore, it was decided to allow cutting of the limbs.

The idea that you can block 100% of your own attacks is arrogant and presumptuous. That is even more dangerous.

‘I just need to find the main body.’

Sang-Hyeon swallowed dry saliva, regaining his concentration that had been lost during the long fight and calling attention to himself.

‘Nameless, you probably think that you can somehow create an opening in me.’

From the opponent’s perspective, Sang-Hyeon also thought about the thoughts and strategies that Moo-Myeong might be thinking.

And then the second game began.

* * *

Certainly, the anonymity was different.

If the clone attacks the enemy alone, its power will be weak, so it will be revealed that it is a clone.

Perhaps because of this, the nameless one always attacked in unison with his clone, causing a lot of confusion in judgment.

Moreover, by diversifying the movements of the clones themselves, we were able to avoid finding any sense of incongruity within the unity.

‘This guy is at least level 400. That means players under level 200 are dying one after another.’

From the beginning, it was questionable whether the Blood Tower quest was designed to suit the level of the challenger.

On the one hand.

The fact that the difficulty was raised that much made me wonder if the person who designed the quest was trying to distinguish between jade and stone.

‘Valentine, who completed this quest alone in his previous life, is amazing. He actually became an amazing person.’

Of course, Valentin has a strange skill called ‘Soul Stealing’.

Perhaps Anonymous was affected by this skill. A skill that momentarily loses control over one’s own body.

If that happens, they can force you to commit suicide, and they can harass you in various ways.

‘Anyway… … I’ve figured it out.’

Sang-Hyeon nodded while checking his stamina, which was barely holding on to around 9%.

A state of no-mind that allows you to maintain a constant state of awakening.

With the added frenzy that would activate when his health dropped below 10%, Sang-Hyeon was truly invincible.

Clearly, the anonymous was a powerful and threatening enemy.

But more than that, Sang-Hyeon was more powerful. To the point where he surprised himself.

Due to the absence of thoughts and feelings and frenzy, all senses are maximized 1000% when entering battle.

A moment of time felt like an eternity.

The flow and finish of the swordsmanship displayed by the anonymous person are clearly visible as if in slow motion video.

Of course, it is not safe to enter a state of frenzy because your stamina has dropped to a dangerous level.

If necessary, you can use the Immortal skill, and you can also recover stamina with Over Psychedelic.

Sang-Hyeon wasn’t anxious at all. So he was more confident in his attacks and could be more proactive.

‘Apply frenzy while in a state of no thoughts or feelings. If you add over psychedelic to this, it will go up to at least level 500.’

In the battle with the nameless, Sang-Hyeon also confirmed his maximum fighting power.

Because I have accumulated data by fighting so many players and monsters in my past life.

Through combat, it was possible for Sang-Hyeon to reverse-calculate his own ‘objective’ power.

‘I can finish it now.’

The all-out attack has begun.

Sang-Hyeon immediately used the over-psychedelic he had been saving up and fiercely attacked Moo-Myeong.

The clones distracted and attracted attention, but he paid no attention.

Anyway, thanks to the over-psychedelic, my stamina recovered right away, and I didn’t even worry about minor injuries.

“… … !”

Sang-Hyeon, who had entered a state of double over-psychedelic, was like a runaway train.

Even though he had large and small wounds all over his body, he still remained honest and only targeted the nameless person.

Bang!

He quickly pressed in, pressing down with all his might the nameless sword that had taken a defensive stance in a hurry.

‘There is fear in the glamour.’

Sang-Hyeon’s attack, which coolly and calmly dug into the nameless weakness, was sharper than ever.

The sparks that were created when their swords clashed disappeared at some point.

Crunch!

I heard the sound of flesh being cut.

It was also a moment when the calm, nameless face that had maintained a calm expression throughout began to waver.

but.

Shhhhh!

“also.”

Sang-Hyeon also suffered the same thing.

Did Anmyeong realize that he could be affected?

When the wound in the anonymous’s side caused by the sword began to bleed.

A vein also began to spurt out from the upper part of Sang-Hyeon’s right leg, and blood began to flow out.

For a moment, they were facing each other with attack versus attack rather than offense and defense.

This is the answer.

Phew!

Sang-Hyeon stabbed Mu-Myeong again.

and.

Choaack!

The attack returned.

Blood spurted out nonstop.

The two of them cut each other as if if they backed down from that spot, everything would be over.

It was a situation that could have been quite frightening, but Sang-Hyeon calmly subdued Moo-Myeong.

It was painful and miserable.

Who would be okay when their own flesh is being torn off endlessly and blood spurts out in fountains?

But because he knew that the anonymous would be in more pain than himself.

That is, I silently continued to respond because I knew that I was ‘profiting’ enough in the current situation.

and.

The time of suffering, at the end of which, began to crumble first.

“Ugh… … .”

It was anonymous.

The good news came earlier than Sang-Hyeon, who was worrying about whether to use the Immortal skill or prepare to use the Regeneration skill.

Sang-Hyeon, who was willing to give up his arms, legs, or anywhere else depending on the situation, no longer needed to push himself too hard.

However, with a deep and irreparable wound in his abdomen, Myeong could no longer hold the sword properly.

Because the nameless internal organs began to flow out through the deep wound. It was a sign of death.

“Haak. Haak. Haak.”

Sang-Hyeon also took a deep breath.

Although he was fine compared to Moo-myeong, Sang-hyeon was also deeply wounded.

If I hadn’t cut down the clone during the battle and used ‘Vampiric Grasp’ to recover my own health… … .

It wasn’t just that I was gasping for breath, it was that I was out of breath. It was a difference of a hair’s breadth.

It was because it had its own stamina recovery, that is, its own staying power, that it was able to hold out by a narrow margin!

“In all the fights, you were the first one to test my endurance. You seemed to know more of my secrets than anyone else.”

“… … .”

The anonymous expression on his face was dark, his face quickly turning pale.

I was in a state of excessive bleeding.

If he had been fine, it would have seemed even stranger. The state of anonymity was serious.

but.

He was looking up at Sang-Hyeon and smiling. It was clearly a bright smile that relieved his pain.

“Is there anything you want to say?”

In response to Sang-Hyeon’s question, Moo-Myeong shook his head exactly twice. It was a subtle but definite expression of intent.

It was a look in his eyes that clearly had something in mind… …but he seemed like he didn’t want to express it on the outside.

“then.”

Sang-Hyeon picked up the True Sword.

And as always, he is ready to bring an end to his enemies.

Blood Tower, a death quest where rewards are accumulated through the sacrifice of countless players.

In fact, it is a quest that does not have an issue with climbing the tower, but the nickname has a great meaning.

If you kill the anonymous.

The rewards he has accumulated will belong solely to Sang-Hyeon. And even the rewards that are in reserve will belong to him.

‘I will take everything and create a better future. If this is my fate, I will accept it.’

Somehow I had a feeling that this moment would be a turning point in my fate that would change everything completely.

It was a feeling I had on my own, even though no one had told me or told me it would happen.

Especially when you are thinking about expanding overseas.

This spec upgrade seemed like it would be a process that would change the color of the current Sang-Hyeon into something completely different.

Without hesitation, in one blow.

Shhhhhhhh!

He beheaded the anonymous man.

It was Sang-Hyeon’s last blow that ended it cleanly without giving the cursed beheading a chance to be activated.

At the same time, it makes you think a lot while fighting, and it allows you to make improvements… … .

It was a courtesy to a great opponent.

and.

“……uh?”

Sang-Hyeon’s gaze was drawn to the great sword that was placed carefully in the nameless empty space that was slowly disintegrating into a handful of ashes.

A greatsword that is sure to be loot!

This great sword left behind by the anonymous man had a rather simple appearance, but it had a noble quality that gave off a beautiful shine.

“no way.”

I had a feeling that it might be possible.