My Catastrophic‑Level Summon Devours Gates - Chapter 213

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Episode 213

[Ingrid]

*Race: Undead

*Classification: Revived One

*Grade: S

Strength: 130

Agility: 754

Stamina: 298

Endurance: 83

Mana: 5,011

*Skills

Eclipse[SSS] / Army of the Undead[S] / Silent Casting[S] / Black Thunder[A] / Memorize[A] / Black Flare[A] / Dark Veil[A] / Multiple Chanting[B]…

Stats that were significantly enhanced compared to when she was modeled after the Skeleton Wizard.

What’s even more surprising is that [Silent Casting] was added.

If Aura Blade is the symbol of S-rank warriors.

Silent Casting is a powerful ability granted to S-rank mages.

B-rank — Multiple Chanting

The ability to use multiple spells at once.

The number of spells that can be deployed simultaneously varies depending on mana control ability and calculation speed.

A-rank — Memorize

Activating pre-stored magic.

The number of times it can be stored varies depending on one’s level of mastery.

Silent Casting goes one step further, allowing magic to manifest through will alone.

“Not all spells work though.”

Ingrid spoke playfully.

“Mana consumption is doubled. Through this, one must perfectly understand the structure of magic.”

“Oh. Iron Head, how do you know that?”

“Necromancers are also mages. Besides, there were many mages among those who threatened the empire’s peace.”

“…”

Knowledge gained from slitting throats.

How constructive.

Suddenly the back of my neck felt chilly.

There’s no way wind could blow in subspace, so why?

【Hmm. Let me say this once more.】

“Don’t say it. I won’t deploy you in battles, so just do your research to your heart’s content.”

【As expected of Master. Thank you.】

Well.

If I die, you die too.

Even when a critical crisis occurs, would you just be able to twiddle your thumbs?

No. That’s not right.

It’s best not to encounter such urgent situations at all.

I absolutely refuse to die while trying to screw over Meigers.

Anyway, the soul transfer to the Skeleton Wizard was also successful.

“Master. Next time, please entrust combat to the Witch Coven.”

Ingrid placed her hands on her hips and declared confidently.

Hmm.

Right.

It’s good that you’ve gained confidence, but your posture is a bit overwhelming, so could you relax a little?

“Let’s look at other structures for now.”

Besides the Simulation Lab, there were many buildings that could be constructed.

Structures like the Repair Factory that reduce workload.

Or the Dark Magic Tower that seems related to mage-type undead.

“We have plenty of space now too.”

The territory expanded to 6,000 pyeong.

Even if we built all the structures on the construction list, there would still be space left over.

Wow.

I should be grateful to the generous brothers at the Superhuman Bureau.

The spirit of the Continent is truly different.

Engraving the kindness of those brothers in my heart once more, I decided on the second structure to build.

“I’ll build the Dark Magic Tower.”

[Constructing Dark Magic Tower]

[300 B-grade Magic Stones will be consumed.]

[1,000kg of Large Monster bones will be consumed.]

[4,000kg of Monster flesh will be consumed.]

[Time remaining until construction — 144:00:00]

One week for a single structure.

It’s not urgent right now.

If I do what I need to do, it’ll be completed before I know it.

“Sigh.”

“What’s the matter?”

“I’m afraid to go out.”

My life philosophy of absolutely refusing all-nighters is crumbling.

Ah. But how can I resist running simulations and analyzing undead?

Following the structural analysis of Black Sage, even crafting.

If I return to reality, it’ll definitely be the next day.

“How about admitting it now?”

“What.”

“The fact that my Lord is a splendid slave to work.”

“No way!”

“Hahaha. Don’t be embarrassed. I know that your dedication to work stems from your desire for improvement.”

Sir Isra just spouts whatever he wants to say.

I’d probably communicate better talking to a mirror than this.

But what’s even more frustrating is.

I can’t refute Sir Isra’s words.

Me, a workaholic?

That can’t be!

Denying the thoughts that naturally arose from my heart, I returned to my studio apartment.

“Damn it.”

6 AM.

I had hoped otherwise, but it had indeed become morning.

It’s fine.

It’s not like I knew this would happen, but I cleared my entire schedule for today.

I should get some sleep and go grocery shopping in the afternoon.

The moment I roughly brushed back my disheveled hair and lay down on the bed.

Buzz—

My cell phone rang.

[President Baek]

—Please call me back when you’re available.

I said I was just going to rest today, so what could he be texting me about.

Curious, I pressed the call button.

“Boss?”

―You’re up early.

I haven’t slept yet though.

“Yeah, well.”

―I apologize for contacting you so early in the morning, but there’s something urgent I need to tell you.

An excited voice.

This isn’t like President Baek at all.

My curiosity keeps growing.

―The Rift Management Agency contacted us saying they think it’s about time to come collect the item.

“Item?”

What was that about again.

There have been so many spectacular events lately that I can barely remember.

Recently, I even raided China’s stronghold at Cross Gate.

But seeing as there’s no word about it, the Supernatural Affairs Bureau hasn’t caught on yet.

That Meigers guy.

Even though he was completely absorbed in his research with his eyes rolled back, his work handling skills were absolutely top-notch.

―The dragon heart from the Supernatural Affairs Bureau. You originally said you’d check it after the promotion exam was over.

“Ah, that’s right?”

―Yes. The Rift Management Agency contacted us asking about your recent news, so I’m passing it along.

“Let’s go get it right away.”

A byproduct of an SS-rank monster?

I can’t resist this.

I can’t believe I forgot about this!

I wonder what results would come out if I put this in the simulation lab and ran tests.

I’m already getting excited.

Ah.

My mouth is watering.

* * *

The Rift Management Agency headquarters located in Gwacheon.

This time, instead of the usual main entrance, I was guided to the underground level of the building.

When I went down to the second basement floor, Director Jung Seung-il came out to greet me.

“I’m sorry for the trouble.”

“Huh? What trouble?”

“The Supernatural Affairs Bureau gave us Aruong’s heart on the condition that this matter doesn’t spread.”

“Come on. What’s the big deal about coming underground?”

“Hunters at Hunter Park’s level usually stake their lives on dignity and honor.”

What’s so important about dignity and such.

If they’re giving me Aruong’s heart, shouldn’t I run there doing forward rolls and receive it gratefully?

I could even dance for them.

“Wouldn’t that be humiliating?”

“Ah.”

I got caught.

Director Jeong, who had been exchanging jokes, held out a wooden box carved with dragon designs.

“It’s in here.”

“I’m excited.”

Aruong’s heart.

A byproduct dropped by a Drake, an SS-rank monster.

The chance of obtaining an intact heart was less than 1%, wasn’t it?

That precious byproduct is now in my hands.

With trembling heart, I clicked open the lock mechanism.

Fierce mana writhing inside the box stimulated my skin.

“Indeed. This is truly a dragon’s heart.”

“Have you encountered one before in life?”

“I’ve sliced through a dragon or two.”

Ah.

So the Necromancer Slayer wasn’t the end of it.

“Hmph. Those would just be subspecies anyway. You probably never faced a true dragon.”

“Why do you think not?”

“Because true dragons aren’t so easy that mortal beings can approach them.”

“Haha. I’ll leave that to the mage’s imagination.”

Sir Isra’s strategic retreat.

Well, true dragon or not, the fact that he went around cutting down dragons like slicing radishes was extraordinary enough.

Then shall I check the information with Spirit Eye?

[Aruong’s Heart]

Rank: SS

Strength + 35%

Stamina + 28%

Mana + 83%

*Contains a large amount of dragon essence.

Finally it’s here!!

Dragon essence that was always only contained in trace amounts.

In Aruong’s heart, essence that surpassed the amount consumed while crafting the Dracos was writhing.

“Master. Master.”

“Don’t play tricks, mage.”

“What could Iron Head be dissatisfied about now?”

“Acting shy and twisting your body around is absolutely disgusting.”

“What would a stiff Iron Head like a wooden block know?”

Crack!

The gazes of the two vassals clashed in mid-air.

“Don’t fight. What’s wrong?”

“A dragon’s heart also acts as an elixir that strengthens the body.”

【Though you’d need a master-level alchemist to refine it.】

You want me to eat it?

Why?

When I made a reluctant expression, Ingrid got greatly excited.

“If your body is strengthened, Master will have more options available!”

“You guys would save me then anyway.”

It’s too precious to use for body enhancement.

It would become a masterpiece for creating stronger undead.

That’s right. Of course. Yes!

“Hmph.”

Ingrid making a sulking expression.

Don’t be fooled.

I don’t know how many times she’s hooked people with that expression.

“If my lord gains a robust body, you might rush to the battlefield.”

Nice. Sir Isra.

“You fool. If Master’s body becomes sturdy, even a stray arrow would be fine!”

“Hmm. That is rather tempting!”

Don’t be persuaded.

Sir Isra!

A person needs to have principles.

This won’t do.

I need to do something before I get persuaded.

I closed the wooden box again before any more words could come out.

“Sub-Dragon Heart. I’ve received it.”

“I’ll also inform the Chinese side that it’s been delivered to Hunter Park.”

“Yes.”

I’ve really received a lot from the Superhuman Bureau.

I even got a transfer offer.

And received a sword needle as a gift.

Tsk. I shouldn’t be doing this to people who gave me nice gifts.

Let me remind myself.

Dozens of A-rank Hunter corpses and B-ranks too numerous to count.

I received a Sub-Dragon Heart and even a Gaia Former as gifts.

Really.

They’re people who give without sparing anything.

“To repay that kindness, I should live more diligently.”

Whether by giving them another blow at Cross Gate.

Even if not that, there were many ways to retaliate against China.

“Retaliation. Your true feelings are showing.”

“Oh my. Did I say that?”

I must have misspoken about repaying kindness.

Good Min-ho doesn’t know about things like retaliation.

Maybe because I received the Sub-Dragon Heart, I became completely awake.

“This won’t do. Let me just work.”

If I do some hammering, I’ll get tired and fall asleep early.

“Great Lord. You’re not pulling another all-nighter, are you?”

“Who do you take me for, a workaholic?”

“The thief’s words seem quite reasonable.”

Stop the fact violence!

“Ah. I’ll really work moderately and rest.”

After grumbling and returning to my studio apartment.

I immediately entered the Death Domain.

“Chinese Hunter corpse. One A-rank warrior type.”

Thud―

The corpse of a Chinese Hunter summoned directly from subspace.

It was sufficiently aged in the Pit of Malice, so it’s filled with spiritual power.

[Corpse Processing]

[Bone Metallurgy]

[Corpse Tailoring]

Now I’ve gotten quite used to making Death Warriors.

I proceeded with the high-difficulty work smoothly.

I made it to the state where it would open its eyes as soon as I injected mana.

“Then shall we begin?”

[Possession Unity]

A spell I’m using on a person for the first time.

It’s been quite a while since I attacked the Chinese Hunters at Cross Gate.

Was the success rate 3% when I ran the simulation?

Well.

I’ll find meaning in using it for the first time in actual practice…

[Soul extraction successful with Possession Unity.]

[If you create an undead with this corpse, the soul will be imbued in it.]

What?

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