MMORPG: I was BUGGED-Chapter 331: The New Boss
As dawn broke on the next day, a powerful and enigmatic presence emanated from the depths of the Lost Forest, both online and the real world.
Whispers of the new boss circulated through online forums and gaming communities, sparking a wave of anticipation and trepidation.
News of the formidable new boss swiftly made its way into every players and guilds, creating ripples of excitement and fear that reached far beyond Guildbane.
The Lost Forest now became a topic of intense discussion and speculation.
The revelation of this powerful boss elevated the forest’s status, making it a focal point for both seasoned adventurers and casual players alike.
The prospect of facing an unconquered adversary stirred a mixture of excitement and curiosity among the gaming community, excited and curious for the loots at least.
In the real world, the news of the new boss in the Lost Forest also gained traction. Social media platforms buzzed with conversations about the latest development in the gaming world.
Snippets of information, shared by players lucky or unfortunate enough to have encountered it, fueled the growing fascination and fear associated with the new boss.
Fearful whispers circulated among those who had heard tales of the forest’s dangers, cautioning against venturing into its depths.
Some players hesitated, reevaluating their desire to explore the previously enchanting but now ominous woods.
The Lost Forest, once a place of wonder and mystery, had taken on an aura of foreboding, prompting some to avoid it altogether.
However, a contrasting sentiment prevailed among the majority. The allure of the unknown, coupled with the promise of encountering a never-before-defeated boss, stirred a sense of adventure.
Many were drawn to the challenge, their eagerness to explore the depths of the Lost Forest fueled by the potential rewards that lay hidden within its shadows.
The Golden Tail Kitsune, a legendary entity whispered about in hushed tones, added another layer of intrigue.
The possibility of discovering this elusive creature further fueled the desire to brave the dangers of the forest.
Players, fueled by a thirst for glory and rare treasures, organized groups, and alliances, preparing to delve into the Lost Forest and face the challenges that awaited them.
As the news of the powerful boss and the Golden Tail Kitsune circulated, the dichotomy of fear and excitement painted the Lost Forest as a battleground for the brave and the cautious, where the line between peril and opportunity blurred with every step into the uncharted territory.
"Only one hour a day?" Seraphina inquired, her expression an enigma, revealing nothing of her thoughts.
Later that night, Xin and Seraphina found themselves immersed in their routine art session.
Xin affirmed her question with a nod. "Only until we get the Kitsune. Besides, I think I can finish this art project without you."
Seraphina shifted, gracefully crossing her legs, and Xin’s gaze involuntarily gravitated towards their shapely form.
Quickly averting his eyes, he pretended he didn’t just look.
"So you’re trying to get rid of me, is that it?"
"Of course not," Xin hurriedly clarified. "I just think that you have a lot of things to do as well. I don’t want to take up any more of your time."
Suppressing a giggle, Seraphina teased, "I’m just joking with you."
She flashed a sweet smile. "I see that you’re one of the players pursuing the Kitsune too," she said in a low and deliberate tone.
Xin nodded. "You’re playing Guildbane too, right? Are you competing for the Golden Tail Kitsune as well?"
Seraphina beamed. "Yes I am."
Curiosity ignited within Xin, and he was about to inquire about her account name when she gracefully stood to her feet.
"Well then, since our art session is finished, I’ll go back to my room now. Good luck with your hunt."
Xin nodded, the thought of her account name momentarily forgotten in the wake of her departure.
Xin wasted no time, swiftly organizing his belongings before heading back to his room to immerse himself in the game.
He had no intention of being late for the scheduled meeting; the last thing he wanted was to ignite any ire from Sylvan and his companions.
Upon logging in, Xin found himself at the last save point, where Hilda already awaited him.
Sylvan waiting not far, Ignis, and Victor were not far behind, engrossed in a discussion.
"Xin, you’re just in time," Victor greeted. "We were just talking about the new boss."
"New boss?" Xin muttered, glancing at Hilda, who seemed nonchalant and unbothered.
"What about it?" he inquired.
"Are you not curious?" Ignis asked. "Besides the Kitsune, other guilds have sent reinforcements here to hunt it down."
"It’s supposedly a boss that no one has defeated yet," Luna chimed in, appearing out of nowhere. She flipped her hair and sighed dramatically. "Honestly, everyone is going nuts trying to secure first blood and its loots."
Xin refrained from commenting, choosing not to participate in the conversation.
While there might indeed be a boss in these parts, it certainly wasn’t the one everyone was fervently searching for.
"Are we going to join the hunt for this new boss as well?" Drakoon entered the conversation. "I heard that it’s so strong that not even ten players could defeat it."
Ignis pondered for a moment before murmuring, "Maybe it’s a boss at the 150th level or even higher. Or there’s the possibility that it’s a world boss."
A World Boss might be possible, Xin mused to himself as he glanced in Hilda’s direction once more.
"A World Boss?" Luna exclaimed. "I never had the chance to fight one."
"Me too," Ignis admitted, turning to Grey Smoke. "But you have, right, Grey Smoke?"
This revelation caught Xin off guard. "Really?"
Victor shrugged. "Yeah, but it was only one time. Nothing significant, since at least five hundred players participated in that fight as well. The top guilds mostly formed alliances to take down world bosses and distribute the loot among themselves."
"So, basically, whenever there’s a world boss, unless you can compete with the top guilds, you won’t be able to kill one?" Luna asked.
