I Got an Ex-Class Omnipotent System - Chapter 91

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Episode 91
91: Basement 3rd Floor, and Then? (1)
The Dohyun Party, having spent an entire day in training within the Dormitory, could distinctly feel the restlessness that came from remaining in one place for too long.
Hunting the Deathworm had yielded no new techniques; rather, it had been an opportunity to employ what I had learned and internalized through facing the Deathworm, so continued training here would not grant deeper insights.
Of course, there were minor fluctuations in ability scores, but for me, Hanalin, and Jiyuchan, there were no significant changes.
Feeling somewhat frustrated, I had no choice but to seek counsel from Analysis.
Indeed, when you don’t know the answer, consulting the answer key is best.
[In the current situation, it would be advisable to pursue stat increases through actual combat.]
‘As expected.’
Originally, after hunting, I would spend a day training to internalize the experience, but the entire Dohyun Party had grown far too strong for that approach.
Having become strong enough that learning new techniques immediately would be acceptable, I called over Hanalin and Jiyuchan, who had been continuing their training since yesterday.
Both of them appeared fully prepared for a hunt, as if they had already grasped my intention to some degree, which amused me enough to let out a slight smile.
Of course, Hanalin and Jiyuchan would have felt it too—a plateau approaching like a wall.
“To rank up this time, actual combat really does seem to be crucial.”
“I think I grew more when fighting the Deathworm.”
“Right. So let’s go straight into real combat.”
Watching the two of them speak, I nodded in agreement.
Now, the only real combat left for us was Basement 3rd Floor. Basement Level 2 had become trivial by now.
As I considered this, I examined the current situation.
My own stats and those of Jiyuchan and Hanalin.
『Dohyun』
『Trait: Analysis [Ex]』
『Stats』
▶「Strength: 53▶55」
▶「Agility: 57▶58」
▶「Endurance: 56▶57」
▶「Mana: 59▶60」
『Jiyuchan』
『Trait: Platinum Sword King [S]』
『Stats』
▶「Strength: 53▶57」
▶「Agility: 42▶54」
▶「Endurance: 45▶52」
▶「Mana: 40▶45」
『Hanalin』
『Trait: Sorceress Supreme [S]』
『Stats』
▶「Strength: 28▶31」
▶「Agility: 31▶34」
▶「Endurance: 29▶33」
▶「Mana: 53▶58」
My mana had already surpassed 60, and it seemed I’d soon push my agility past that threshold as well.
The growth was gradual, but after days of real combat, these were numbers I could realistically achieve. Jiyuchan and Hanalin could also reach 60 in one stat soon enough, putting us well within reach of the promotion requirements.
It shouldn’t take more than two days, so I spoke to Hanalin and Jiyuchan.
“Let’s just push hard for these next two days.”
“Sounds good.”
“That’s nothing.”
Watching them respond with such enthusiasm, I nodded, and we all began preparing to move out.
Today was finally the day we’d venture into Basement 3rd Floor.
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The deepest level of the D-rank Labyrinth Region—Basement 3rd Floor—was, as mentioned before, where those on the verge of promotion came to hunt. It was an exceptionally dangerous and formidable hunting ground.
The monsters that appeared here were considerably powerful, and even those nearing promotion typically hunted on Basement Level 2 instead.
Among the top-tier monsters of Basement 3rd Floor, the Minotaur—always ranked among the strongest—fixed its crazed gaze upon our party. The inferior species called humans, with me at the forefront. The Minotaur lowered the horns on its head and charged.
Thud-thud-thud-thud-thud——!!
The Minotaur’s charge, propelled by the labyrinth floor, was remarkably swift, the air itself splitting with a sharp crack.
Crash——!
Against such a rapid assault, I too launched forward like a spring, gripping my greatsword in both hands.
My charge, resembling a single horn’s thrust, met the Minotaur’s horns precisely, and the two collided.
Screech-screech-screech——!!
Two sharp objects collided, and something crumpled—one of the Minotaur’s horns.
With a crack, the horn split against my blade, and one of the two horns shattered completely in half, driving backward.
“Mooooarrgh…!”
Whirrrrr————!
As the Minotaur’s head snapped back with a pitiful cry, it suddenly heard the whirring of spinning metal. When it regained its senses, a crimson-stained projectile was hurtling toward it.
As the bullet’s form and scorching heat rushed toward the Minotaur’s head, it reflexively raised its arm to block it.
Splurt——!!
The bullet burrowed in, piercing a hole through one arm, and the rotation twisted the Minotaur’s limb before tearing it clean off.
Simultaneously, Jiyuchan and I rushed forward to unleash golden sword strikes at the Minotaur, but it suddenly recalled the one who’d blocked its initial charge—me—and belatedly clenched its fist, hurling it toward me.
With a ferocious sound, the Minotaur’s fist shot forward, splitting the air.
I raised my blade to block the attack, but since I was already airborne, I was driven backward and slammed into the labyrinth wall.
Crash-crash-crash——!
Thud-crash——!!!
The Minotaur had almost smiled at the satisfying impact, but something felt wrong with its arm. When it looked down, it saw its own limb—cleanly severed at the cross-section.
Gush, spurt——!!!
As I flew back while blocking the punch, I simultaneously swung my blade and severed its arm. Immediately after, Jiyuchan swiftly traced a golden arc and cleaved off the Minotaur’s other arm.
Just as the Minotaur, now missing both arms, prepared to charge again, I shot forward from the labyrinth wall like an arrow from a trap, swinging my blade toward its head.
Following the beautiful golden arc traced by my sword, my blade led the way. As I severed the Minotaur’s throat, a sharp wind blade unfurled behind its neck, and like scissors, its head was cleanly severed and rolled across the floor.
Whoooosh——!
I scratched my head at the sight, and both Hanalin and Jiyuchan were looking at me with subtle expressions.
Not that they were trying to offer any particular feedback.
“Isn’t something a bit off about this?”
“…Yeah, you’re right.”
“Hmm.”
Dohyun nodded in agreement with Hanalin and Jiyuchan’s words.
The word “off” was accurate, after all.
I’d come to Basement 3rd Floor with considerable expectations, and while the monsters were stronger than those on Basement Level 2, they didn’t quite satisfy my party’s standards.
Of course, it wasn’t exactly easy either.
I’d actually taken a direct hit and gotten slammed into a wall. Though I could have dodged if I’d wanted to, I simply hadn’t sensed the danger in time and took the blow anyway.
In any case, it wasn’t completely easy, but it wasn’t difficult either—somewhere in between.
If I had to describe it, each of us could probably fight one alone with a bit of leeway.
“It really is a bit underwhelming. I think our standards have gotten higher since the Deathworm.”
Both of them could only nod in agreement with my assessment.
The Deathworm had been an intense battle, so these monsters didn’t really excite us anymore.
Things might change once we rank up, but for now, it was undeniably feeling a bit dull.
And they didn’t even give many points—roughly 300 to 500 per monster—so the rewards weren’t particularly generous either.
Is this what they mean by the cursed zone?
“Hmm, this is troublesome.”
Jiyuchan and Hanalin nodded at my words.
We’d already fought more than ten times, not just against Minotaurs but in general, so I was starting to think we needed to find a different approach when—
Tap, tap.
At the sound of footsteps echoing from far away, I turned my head first.
The distance was still too great for Hanalin or Jiyuchan to react. I spoke quietly.
“Seems like another party.”
The footsteps immediately felt like those of Hunters, not monsters.
They had that distinctive bipedal rhythm, but light rather than the heavy thuds of monsters.
Besides, what could be hidden from me with Analysis?
The moment I heard the sound, I could tell it was another party.
My party moved with a sound barrier deployed, so no noise escaped, but other parties didn’t have that luxury.
I couldn’t help but smirk and mutter to myself.
“I hope they’re Villains.”
“….”
“…Sigh.”
Normally, Hanalin and Jiyuchan would have said something like “What are you talking about, Dohyun?” but today, they couldn’t help but share my sentiment.
We’d thought that if the other party attacked first, it might at least help with training, but the party that soon came into view was one I recognized.
“Ha. Running into you again here, Dohyun.”
“Yeah, seems like it.”
“…?”
A Stag Beetle Warrior led the way, followed by a Ladybug Warrior and a Beetle Warrior—Bruton’s party of five total.
Seeing my disappointed expression at the sight of Bruton’s party, Bruton looked momentarily puzzled, glancing at me and then at Hanalin and Jiyuchan behind me.
Was there something I’d been waiting for?
With such thoughts in mind, Bruton chuckled softly and greeted me warmly.
“Haha, word about you two spreads quickly, doesn’t it?”
“Ah, yes. I’ve heard the rumors too, but I’ve been pretending not to know.”
“More humble than I expected?”
At Bruton’s response of surprise to my words, I nodded with a “well, that’s how it is” kind of expression.
Since we’d met like this, having a conversation wasn’t a bad idea.
Just as I was thinking we might talk more.
“Hmm, unfortunately we’re in the middle of hunting, so we should be on our way.”
Bruton spoke with a note of regret.
True enough—we were hunting and had no time to rest. The monsters on Basement 3rd Floor were as strong as they were numerous, their distribution absurdly wide. Even moving constantly wasn’t enough.
As I was thinking this, Bruton suddenly seemed to remember something and spoke to me.
“From the direction you’re heading, are you planning to challenge that Dungeon?”
“That Dungeon?”
“Hmm, you didn’t know?”
Bruton seemed to regret mentioning it, but then he nodded as he thought of me.
“If you keep going straight ahead, there’s a Dungeon that’s quite old but has never been conquered by anyone to this day. I believe it’s been around for over ten years, and even five years ago, many people attempted it before advancing from D-rank, but not a single one emerged. After that, it gradually became forgotten.”
“Oh?”
Hearing this intriguing story, I began to smile wickedly.

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