My Catastrophic‑Level Summon Devours Gates - Chapter 23
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Episode 23
[Imperial Axe Technique]
Grade: B
Classification: Active
An axe martial art created by Continental’s Greatest Swordsman Isra by modifying parts of Imperial Swordsmanship movements.
The grade has been lowered due to its incomplete state.
….
Is this even possible?
It’s ridiculous that it’s B-grade even though it’s incomplete.
More than anything.
“All you did was swing an axe once!”
【That’s what I’m saying.】
Sir Isra also responded with a displeased expression.
Just one click of an axe.
And a skill gets added.
Even if it were an existing skill, this would be beyond common sense.
But.
It didn’t exist before, but now it does?
【All I did was come up with a theory for adapting sword techniques to an axe.】
“That’s it.”
【Hmm?】
“The theory you came up with was passed down.”
Just like with the Armed Zombie Warrior.
According to the system’s judgment, that technique was incomplete, so it was rated as B.
【But it was merely a theory I conceived?】
“Maybe it’s the Knight Order bonus.”
This is overpowered.
You’re saying even theories in your head can be transmitted?
【Then shouldn’t my Solitary Gate Sword Technique also be transmitted?】
“Maybe it’s because the level is too high, as you said.”
Wow.
I’m jealous.
Someone can learn to handle an axe with just one click.
But me? Huh?
Is it real that I can only use the First Form even after swinging my sword until my arms nearly fall off?
This is unfair.
【Strengthening a minion’s combat power means you become stronger too.】
“I know.”
Still, I can feel a bit wronged about it.
Sigh.
Let’s just practice swordsmanship.
【Hmm. Hmm. Then I shall teach you the 2nd Form.】
The 2nd Form is a thrust.
The key point was to step forward while putting body weight and mana into the sword tip.
As I practiced thrusting the sword while sweating.
[Imperial Swordsmanship proficiency has increased.]
[2nd Form – Flash Strike has been added to Imperial Swordsmanship.]
The movement became completely ingrained in my body.
“Now it’s the 2nd Form.”
【I can understand why the seniors were surprised when I was a new recruit in the Knight Order.】
“Surprised my ass. Someone else got a skill just from swinging an axe around.”
It’s unfair.
Why do I have to practice swordsmanship while sweating buckets!
【Do not say such things to others.】
“Why!”
【They will think you are insufferable.】
By the way, I heard such words to my face many times, Sir Isra added.
Gulp―
Cold water after sweating buckets.
I froze it at night and brought it with me, so it melted just right for drinking.
“Ahhh.”
This feels good?
It feels like all the fatigue built up from swinging the Bone Knife is completely gone.
The feeling of my body moving exactly as I will it.
Good, very good.
Even if I can’t get skills with a simple click like someone else.
Thinking back to my past self who was floundering around, I’ve definitely improved enough.
Wiping away my sweat, I reached for my mobile phone.
A few messages and advertisement notifications.
Among them was a message I had been waiting for.
[Random Team Member]
―We’re fine! Please call us anytime!
Looking at the time the message came, it was shortly after I started exercising.
He must have sent a reply right after waking up.
【Gate conquest!】
“I didn’t say we’d do it right away.”
I swung my sword all morning.
I’m so tired I don’t have the strength to lift a finger…
“Or not.”
What’s this.
Why is my body so energetic?
Just drinking cold water and resting a bit brought back quite a lot of stamina.
Did putting some points into stamina stats give me endurance?
“Well I’ll be.”
When I was E-grade, I invested bonus stats as soon as I got them.
This was the first time I’d dramatically increased my abilities all at once like this.
Maybe that’s why.
I could really feel the effects of the increased stats.
[Park Min-ho]
―Let’s meet at 1 PM.
[Random Team Member]
―Yes!
Wow.
Look how quickly he replied.
“Sir Isra.”
【Haha! It’s time for me to shine!】
I haven’t even gotten to the main point yet and he already knows everything.
Before that though.
“Let’s take a shower first.”
I can’t go out looking like this.
* * *
While Min-ho was sweating buckets swinging his sword.
The Three Craftsmen on Blacksmith District occasionally glanced toward the street.
“Sigh.”
One of them kept letting out deep sighs.
“Isn’t he coming today?”
Another craftsman shook his leg anxiously.
What they were waiting for was one person.
A few days ago.
The novice blacksmith who had hammered the bone as if possessed.
He was craning his neck waiting for when Min-ho would come.
Clang!
“Oops. My hand slipped.”
The hammer that had been pounding iron struck the wrong part.
The blade became dented.
Master Baek swiftly moved his arm.
“Phew.”
He barely managed to fix it.
Hours of work had almost gone to waste.
“Tsk tsk. Master Baek. Is it time for you to retire?”
“Shut it. I’ve got 30 years left in me.”
“While making such beginner mistakes?”
“I’m more vigorous than you, old man, so mind your own business.”
“Vigorous? You little brat! Come out! It’s a man’s duel!”
The two craftsmen facing each other across the street growled at one another.
The other artisans and apprentices just thought ‘They’re acting up more than usual today.’
The owner of Hanil Forge.
The three craftsmen who ranked just below Craftsman Han Yo-han growling at each other wasn’t anything new.
However.
A few apprentices who had been in the experience workshop and Nam Jin-woo knew the reason for this tension.
‘I’ve sworn them to secrecy though.’
Hanil Forge’s chief apprentice.
Nam Jin-woo also periodically glanced outside.
With master craftsman Han Yo-han away, he was the one in charge.
Therefore.
When Min-ho appeared again, he planned to accept him as an apprentice even if it meant using Han Yo-han’s name.
Responsibility?
Of course he planned to shoulder it himself.
‘Master will acknowledge it too when he sees.’
That brilliant talent.
Delicate dexterity.
Even exquisite strength control.
He couldn’t possibly be seen as a beginner.
What was most amazing was the superhuman concentration he showed after starting work.
Eyes that seemed like they wouldn’t be distracted even if a bomb exploded nearby.
That guy was something special.
Also.
He was certain.
Having gotten a taste of hammering once.
He would definitely come back to the Blacksmith District.
And indeed, didn’t he come back after just two days to hammer bones?
Name.
Contact information.
Though he knew nothing about him.
Nam Jin-woo thought he would be able to meet him again.
‘He’s already gotten a taste for it, so how could he not stop by the blacksmith shop?’
For those who had hammered iron for many years.
That was the way of the world.
It was a law.
But.
He’s running a bit late…?
The Three Craftsmen and Nam Jin-woo.
While waiting for Min-ho, not knowing when he would come.
Kept glancing at the street whenever they had a chance.
That, prospective craftsman.
He is coming, right?
Come on.
No way.
With such good hammering skills.
He wouldn’t skip learning blacksmith work to go into Gates and hunt, would he?
* * *
12:55 PM.
I came down, washed up, got ready and left right away, so I arrived 5 minutes early.
Let me see.
Those guys should be coming soon too…
“Hello there!!”
They were already here.
The Random Team Members I met last time bowed 90 degrees as soon as they saw me.
Hmm.
So this is a bit burdensome, guys.
“Please don’t be so formal.”
“You’re someone with a bright future ahead. It’s an honor for us.”
“Other people are watching.”
It’s a bit embarrassing.
Let’s keep it moderate.
People are glancing over.
“Ah.”
“I apologize.”
I waved my hands left and right.
I didn’t say that to get an apology from you guys.
“There are a lot of people here today too.”
“Hunter, there are twice as many as usual.”
“Really?”
This was only my second visit, so I didn’t know well.
I thought the Domain of Challenge was originally popular, so that’s why.
“Is something going on?”
“There is.”
But.
Why are you staring at me like that?
A moment of silence.
“Me?”
The Team Leader, a Melee Dealer, came closer and whispered.
“Didn’t an SSS-grade clear come out?”
“Ah. Right.”
So.
All these bustling people came here looking for me, is that what you’re saying?
Should I wear a mask when going around?
【Hahahaha. You’ve become famous.】
Don’t laugh.
If it becomes known that I’m the SSS-grade conqueror, it’ll become troublesome.
【Wouldn’t that rather be good?】
Hmm.
I think I can’t avoid it forever.
Still, I hate troublesome things.
“Let’s get going.”
“Yes.”
Since we had greeted them, we formed a party and immediately entered the Gate.
[You have entered the Domain of Challenge.]
This time, bright light struck my retina.
It’s not a passage?
“Tsk.”
What a shame.
“Is there somewhere uncomfortable?”
“I came here because I need Fragmented Soul Stones.”
Someone has been clamoring for me to make more Armed Zombie Warriors.
“Ah. That drops here too.”
“Really?”
The forest type boss monster is an Orc Mage.
Kill it and Fragmented Soul Stones sometimes drop.
“That’s a relief.”
“There’s a strategy guide for this place.”
Forest terrain makes it easy to hide your body, they say.
Just kill the boss monster and you clear it.
There’s an optimal route that lets you avoid the Orcs scattered throughout the forest and target only the Mage.
“We’ve cleared it a few times ourselves.”
“It takes a bit of a detour, but that’s the safest way.”
An area with an established strategy guide.
Everyone looks relieved.
“How much of a detour do we need to take to reach the boss?”
“In a straight line it’s about thirty minutes. Taking the detour is about two hours.”
“Then let’s go straight.”
“Excuse me?”
Why bother taking the long way around?
The longer it takes, the lower the clear rating drops.
[Death Space]
[2/10 → 1/10]
Sir Isra suddenly emerged from the shadows.
【Rookies. We meet again.】
“Ah, hello.”
“Please take care of us today as well.”
The Hunters bowed deeply to Sir Isra.
His performance last time must have left quite an impression.
【These men have no spirit.】
“I’m a woman though?”
【Gender doesn’t matter! You need to have guts.】
Excuse me.
Sir Isra.
You can’t flip your words around like a pancake.
But why is one missing?
【Come forth. Storm Knight Order!】
When Sir Isra shouted loudly.
Similarly, a white object rose from the shadows.
It was the Armed Zombie Warrior that had become part of the knight order.
“Guuuuuk.”
【You should say ‘Charge!’】
“Chuuuuung.”
【That battle cry lacks spirit. Again!】
At this rate, dawn will break while we’re still practicing battle cries.
“That’s enough.”
【Originally, knight orders must maintain strict discipline.】
“Sir.”
【Understood.】
If I had to tell him three times, I would have seriously considered throwing him into Death Space.
【Where is the path that goes in a straight line?】
“This way.”
The Melee Dealer pointed to a forest path between the trees.
“Kurrrrruk!”
Three Orcs blocked the path.
The next moment.
[Imperial Axe Technique]
Tzgeok!
Tzgek!
Two of them were split in half and died.
[Imperial Swordsmanship (Modified)_Isra Form]
A head flew through the air in a parabolic arc.
“Guuuuuk. Cut. Split.”
【Maintain your dignity. As a member of the Storm Knight Order.】
“Guuuuuuk!”
【Kraat!】
That Armed Zombie Warrior guy.
He seems to be enjoying this.
Must be my imagination, right?
The two consecutively defeated the group of Orcs blocking the path.
【Advance! Advance!】
“Hek. Let’s go a bit slower.”
“Orcs might come from the flanks.”
【If more come, we’ll just cut down more.】
[Level increased.]
The tireless duo of Sir Isra and the Armed Zombie Warrior cutting down Orcs.
Their coordination was even better than when they fought in the swamp.
【Front.】
“Guuuuurk.”
【Create distance.】
Whoosh!
The axe swung in a wide arc.
The charging Orcs hesitated.
Sir Isra seized that opening and cut down one Orc.
“Amazing.”
Sir Isra’s brief commands.
The Armed Zombie Warrior understood them perfectly.
They were an exquisite combo, moving like one body.
In less than 30 minutes, they successfully broke through the front.
The boss monster came into view.
“Be careful. The Orc Mage uses Dual Casting.”
“Kurrrk! I’ll burn you all!”
[Fireball]
A crimson fireball rushed straight forward.
The sphere exploded.
It was powerful magic that could wipe out an entire party if it hit wrong.
“Guuuuurk.”
Boom!
The Armed Zombie Warrior took that explosion head-on by itself.
Just like with the Elicro Warrior.
Sir Isra, who had slipped away to circle around to the side, released spirit power.
“Kurrrk!”
[Ice Bolt]
The Dual Casting the Melee Dealer had warned about.
An ice chunk that dealt both physical and cold damage shot out.
The Mage Hunter was flustered.
“The distance is too far to cancel it out!”
Slash!
That ice chunk.
Was cut by the Bone Knife and split in half.
“Kurrrrrk.”
【There won’t be a third.】
Rustle―
Thud, roll roll.
[Gate conquest successful.]
[Clear grade is SSS.]
How about that.
Gate conquest is pretty easy, right?
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