I Just Subscribed and It’s the Best Hunter of All Time - Chapter 222

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#Chapter 222.
When I first obtained the fragment.
I believed it was already a complete object in itself. There was no need to modify it, or so I thought.
From my perspective at the time, no amount of refinement could possibly draw out any greater performance from it.
‘But I was wrong.’
However, after subscribing to a new Channel and examining the fragment again.
I realized just how arrogant that assumption had been. As the saying goes, we only see what we know.
The perspective of someone who had merely used an artifact as a user was entirely different from that of an artifact craftsman.
‘Additional refinement itself wouldn’t help much, that part was correct. This fragment’s inherent perfection leaves nothing more to touch.’
By my estimation, this fragment was material shaped directly by divine hands.
Such things cannot have their power drawn out further through additional refinement, unlike ordinary raw stones.
But amplifying its ‘effects’ was an entirely different matter.
When crafting an artifact, do we rely on just a single core material? No.
To maximize the core material’s performance, we employ various supplementary materials, apply magical inscriptions, and utilize countless other techniques.
Beyond directly amplifying the effect, we could also add numerous auxiliary functions that would prove beneficial.
“Good.”
Having thought this through, I decided to stop wasting time and begin work immediately.
There was no need to deliberate over how to craft the artifact.
The moment I subscribed to the Channel and examined the fragment, countless ideas flooded my mind.
All I had to do was select the best ideas from among them.
“First, I’ll make it in the form of a bracelet.”
I decided on the form first.
It could be made into a necklace or ring, but each form had its own advantages and disadvantages.
A ring offered the best portability, but it was difficult to apply additional touches to it.
A necklace would allow for greater volume and more functions, but it had various inconveniences.
So, a bracelet it was.
It wouldn’t be overly cumbersome while still providing enough space for the necessary functions.
“The body should be….”
I scanned through the materials with my eyes and selected a few.
“Silver as the base, mixed with some steel and gold would be best.”
There were more advanced materials available, but advanced materials weren’t automatically superior.
What mattered was compatibility with the core material and what properties it possessed.
In that regard, the materials I chose were the ones that harmonized best with the fragment.
Whoosh!
I then drew forth my mana directly and began refining the materials.
There was no need for perfection. I wouldn’t be doing every step from start to finish myself.
I shaped the form roughly, then quickly drafted blueprints and spoke to the craftsman waiting on the side.
“Refine this into this shape.”
“Ah, yes!”
The craftsman hurried over and began working according to the blueprints I had drawn.
In the meantime, Jung Han-sung began working on other projects.
Soon, the Workshop echoed with the rhythmic sound of metal being hammered.
* * *
Ten hours later.
Jung Han-sung sprawled across a chair, having completed all his work.
In truth, the actual hands-on work had only taken about six hours.
As for what I did with the remaining time—I shared knowledge from the Channels I subscribed to with the others.
Everything from the fundamentals of artifact crafting to tips that, while unconventional, could improve work efficiency.
Along with various artifact concepts as well.
Condensing and conveying all of that over four hours had drained me considerably.
“Ugh…”
“Artifacts, artifacts, artifacts…”
Of course, it wasn’t comparable to the craftsmen who had received formal training.
Their minds were so crammed with knowledge that they shambled about like zombies, their thoughts in disarray.
Yet their eyes burned brighter than ever, almost frightening to behold.
Jung Han-sung smiled at the sight.
‘I should make time for this regularly.’
Improving the skills of the craftsmen in my Territory was something I took seriously.
But lately, with everything else keeping me busy, I hadn’t been able to help much.
‘It would be better to set aside one day a week for sessions like this.’
Having decided this internally, I rose to my feet.
“Then, shall I give this a proper test?”
The completed artifact hadn’t been tested yet.
There was no urgent need to rush.
‘It’s bound to have turned out well, naturally.’
Normally, one would craft something, test it, then refine any issues—but with my Channel subscription, such steps were unnecessary.
I possessed the ability to manifest my thoughts into reality as-is.
So there were no real concerns now. I simply wanted to see the effects with my own eyes.
“Shall I help you equip it?”
At a craftsman’s question, Jung Han-sung shook his head.
“No need. I’ll put it on myself.”
Some artifacts are genuinely difficult to equip.
Some are designed that way purely for aesthetic flair, while others became so in pursuit of maximum performance.
But the artifact I had crafted was remarkably simple yet elegant.
And its functionality went without saying.
Click—
As I brought it to my wrist, the artifact hummed softly and automatically adjusted to fit my wrist’s circumference.
Despite its considerable weight, there was no discomfort whatsoever. It felt as though it had become part of my body.
Hum—
The moment I channeled mana into it, the bracelet began to vibrate.
Simultaneously, the patterns on the surface began to glow softly, and the magical inscriptions carved within activated sequentially.
“Excellent.”
I had known it would function properly, but seeing it operate so smoothly in reality brought a satisfied smile to my face.
Jung Han-sung lifted his arm slightly.
The bracelet didn’t shine prominently or display any flashy brilliance.
Only an earthy shimmer danced across the metal’s texture. Yet the power contained within was unmistakably palpable.
Had I been someone who enjoyed poetic expression, I would have said that the very pulse of The Earthland was captured whole within this small bracelet.
Thump, thump―.
When I focused my consciousness on the bracelet, I could feel something pulsing from within it.
It wasn’t merely the flow of mana.
The vital energy flowing from the ground beneath my feet rose through my body, passed through the bracelet, and descended back into the earth.
The bracelet quietly pulsed at the center of this circulation.
“Exhale.”
After exhaling deeply, I clenched my fist and channeled mana into the bracelet for a moment.
Whoooooosh!
The fragment greedily absorbed the mana and trembled violently within the bracelet, then began pulsing with even greater intensity.
“Wow!”
Those watching from nearby let out exclamations of admiration.
It was well-deserved.
The moment I drew upon my power, an enormous aura spread outward from me.
A deeply satisfied smile crossed my face.
This bracelet not only assisted the fragment in exerting its power, but also had the effect of absorbing and storing a portion of that strength.
Even now, light was slowly being inscribed along the bracelet’s patterns.
Once charged, I could use some of its power later without needing to channel mana into it.
―Truly formidable power.
Onyx also added a comment upon witnessing this.
The fragment, now crafted into the form of a bracelet, was certainly emanating a far more powerful aura than before.
“It’s well-made.”
Having completed the test, I dispersed my mana appropriately.
The pressure emanating from me gradually diminished, soon settling to a certain level.
Yet the bracelet still radiated a subtle glow.
―At this rate, when fighting with my feet planted firmly on the ground, my power would increase by at least thirty percent.
“I think so too.”
At this level, it could be considered a core power alongside my lightning techniques going forward.
Of course, I wouldn’t truly know how much power it would demonstrate until I tested it in actual combat.
“Everyone worked hard.”
“Not at all!”
“Thank you for your guidance!”
With that, I thanked the craftsmen who had assisted me, then left the Workshop.
Of course, afterward I made sure to tell Baek-seol to reward them appropriately for their efforts.
“Is there anything urgent that needs to be handled right now?”
“No, sir!”
“Good. Then I’ll head up The Tower right away!”
Baek-seol’s expression suggested she wanted to tell me to rest a bit longer, but she ultimately nodded in agreement.
“Please be careful out there!”
“I will.”
Jung Han-sung nodded and immediately entered The Tower from where he stood.
He was eager to test out the power he’d recently acquired.
Beep—
That’s why he failed to notice his communication device ringing.
* * *
By now, nearly everyone in the world was aware that Jung Han-sung’s Tower conquest had captured global attention.
He was clearing The Tower at a speed faster than anyone else, and he was now on the verge of conquering the 100th Floor.
The 100th Floor. It was a symbolic milestone.
Generally, those who reach the 100th Floor are called High Rankers.
Countless nations across the world invested in their Awakeners’ strength, and those supported Awakeners climbed The Tower diligently.
However, the vast majority of countries still hadn’t reached the 100th Floor.
Even South Korea couldn’t be considered among the top nations in Tower conquest.
―Insane; cleared 99th Floor
―Already? When did he clear the 98th Floor?
Yet Jung Han-sung had already cleared the 99th Floor and was now attempting the 100th Floor.
It was beyond astonishing—it was shocking.
The reason being that Jung Han-sung was climbing The Tower alone, without forming a team.
While The Tower’s difficulty does adjust somewhat based on the number of participants, conventional wisdom dictated that a minimum of three people was necessary.
The Tower couldn’t be conquered by excelling in just a single ability.
For example, no matter how skilled a fighter might be, conquering a floor filled with countless traps would be nearly impossible.
One might primarily use a sword, only to face enemies vulnerable solely to magic—or vice versa.
That’s why the standard approach was to form a team of at least three, usually around five people, to conquer The Tower.
Yet Jung Han-sung had mocked such conventions by clearing up to the 99th Floor entirely alone.
And considering everything Jung Han-sung had demonstrated so far, it was certain he would challenge the 100th Floor soon.
Countless Awakeners had halted their own Tower conquests, waiting for Jung Han-sung to set a new record.
Typically, whenever he conquered a floor, he achieved an SSS Rank, shattering previous records.
Meanwhile.
At that moment, Jung Han-sung was deliberating.
“Hmm. Should I go now? Or wait?”
Currently, Jung Han-sung remained in the space after clearing the 99th Floor.
Onyx, who enveloped his body, flicked his tongue and spoke.
―I think it would be better to rest a bit first.
“I’m not that exhausted though?”
―You were just fighting Argos until moments ago.
Onyx said as much, then glanced at what lay beside him.
There, a colossal giant—a creature as massive as a mountain—lay sprawled across the ground. The boss of the 99th Floor.
Yet Jung Han-sung, unbothered, simply shrugged his shoulders and spoke.
“This much? It’s nothing. If anything, it fell short of my expectations.”
―Truly, my master is a monster.
Onyx shook his head and abandoned any attempt to persuade him.
If he was satisfied, what could be done?
Having thus dismantled Onyx’s logic, Jung Han-sung rose to his feet and spoke.
“Fine. Let’s just cleanly clear through to the 100th Floor and rest. It’ll put my mind at ease.”
To be honest, it wasn’t so much about putting his mind at ease—he simply wanted to witness the 100th Floor with his own eyes.
He’d heard far too many stories about how everything changes from the 100th Floor onward.
Jung Han-sung gazed into the empty air with an expression brimming with anticipation and spoke.
“Let’s proceed to the next level.”
The moment those words left his lips, The Tower responded. Jung Han-sung felt the familiar sensation as he was transported to an entirely different space.
Rummmmmmmble―!
A space where everything was collapsing.

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