The Game of the Greatest Black Mage-Chapter 115

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Chapter 115

2.

Dune Wild Trail.

In this place, where endless horizons stretched out like vast wilderness or barren lands, there were hardly any structures to speak of.

The wide-open view often gave a refreshing feeling.

But it was also desolate in a way.

However, here and there were small resting places formed by gathered caravans, and small villages created by various nomadic peoples drifting about.

Looking down from the sky, the already small villages and caravans turned into mere dots, but they would quickly pass by.

The strong wind pressure pushing from the front.

Whioooooooo——!

"We would have been in big trouble without the barrier."

Seonghyun, riding on Anemor, let out a sigh of relief as he looked at the lightning barrier Anemor had created.

If it weren't for this barrier, they would have definitely been pushed by the tremendous wind pressure and tumbled down.

That was how unbelievably fast Anemor's speed was.

Even Karisha, who possessed the power of thunder and was following behind, was only visible far in the distance.

In other words, even though they were traversing at such a high speed,

The fact that they hadn't arrived yet meant that the Dune Wild Trail was that vast.

Thanks to appointing Anemor as a Death Legion Commander before coming here, they were able to fly a bit faster.

[『Anemor of Lightning』 has been appointed as a Death Legion Commander.]

[It has become even stronger and leads the Death Legion.]

It was a short message.

But with just this, Anemor had become considerably stronger.

Now that Anemor had reached the same level as Balthar or Fiora,

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However.

Even though they were flying at such a high speed, they still hadn't arrived.

At this point, even Seonghyun tilted his head as if slightly puzzled.

-Master, it seems we will arrive soon.

"Hmm."

-Indeed, thanks to the Third Legion Commander, we are fast.

Seonghyun couldn't doubt Leonik's firm words.

He was being so definite.

If they went and it wasn't there, it wouldn't be too late to ask, would it?

As Seonghyun thought to himself,

Another person raised a question instead.

-I am sensing the surroundings, but I do not feel any place similar to the Hall of Knights you speak of in this vicinity. Isn't there some mistake?

Nocturnium suddenly stepped forward.

As the spirit of the Dark Fortress, capable of governing all the surrounding land, raised a question,

Seonghyun did too, and Fiora, who was next to him, looked as if she agreed.

Nocturnium's abilities were certain.

On the other hand, Leonik's words relied only on his memory.

It was clear which side held more credibility.

However, Leonik also stepped forward firmly.

-That is so. The Hall of Knights is a place that even Nocturnium, you who are a spirit of the domain, cannot detect, no matter how you try.

-……It's not that such a place doesn't exist, but it's hard to believe there's one in this wasteland.

-It is regrettable that you cannot believe it. However, it is a formidable place that repelled several invasions even before my physical form lost its power. Please, have a little faith.

-Heeeuuum…….

-Heueh? I-is it that strong of a place?

-Hahaha, that is so. In my prime, I launched thorough invasions, but it was a resilient place that held its ground. Well, I presume there are no survivors now. Still, I am certain that its functions remain intact.

Nocturnium took a step back at Leonik's confident words.

Fiora asked with curiosity, and Leonik readily informed her.

Seonghyun, too, seemed intrigued by the story and stroked his chin as he asked back.

"A place where one can increase the proficiency of knights' skills, you say……."

-Yes, that is precisely so. Not only that, but I have heard that if one proves themselves to be a knight through trials there, they can obtain wondrous things.

"Hmm."

It was likely a hidden piece one could obtain by completing missions.

Even if not, the undertaking itself would be meaningful.

However, the term "knights' skills" was somewhat ambiguous.

"When you say knights' skills, are you referring to close-combat skills?"

-Yes. Swordsmanship, spear techniques, shield mastery, and all other skills that knights handle.

If things went well, could he significantly raise the level of Helena's super strong swordsmanship here?

With such anticipation, Seonghyun looked out at the vast horizon and thought.

'If I raise my swordsmanship level, what kind of skills could I acquire?'

Perhaps he could even use ultimate techniques like Hindel later on?

A faint smile bloomed on Seonghyun's lips, seemingly quite excited.

It was a bit disappointing that all those who had guarded the place were dead.

But there would still be many spirits.

There was much to learn.

Anemor, carrying Seonghyun, increased its speed even further, and Karisha, following behind, desperately chased after them with a forced, tearful expression.

3.

A stone chamber shrouded in darkness.

A place where even sound seemed to be trapped by the darkness, so silent it felt devoid of life, yet there was someone moving without making a sound, defying all that.

A ghost-like being that did not easily reveal any sound or form, ceaselessly wielding a sword.

However, one could tell simply by the fact that no spiritual energy emanated from anywhere on him.

That he was not a dead being, but one still alive.

In that place where countless knights had once been,

the existence left behind in solitude ceaselessly swung his sword before suddenly stopping.

His abundant white hair and long, pale white beard made him resemble a Taoist immortal.

However, his sharply shining blue eyes and pointed ears indicated that he was not human.

He had sensed someone entering this sanctuary-like place far in the distance and stopped his sword.

And.

"……Visitors after so long……."

A dry, emotionless voice.

No feeling could be discerned in it.

However, a sense of loneliness could somehow be felt in the words that followed.

"……But they will not be able to reach this far."

How long had he been in this place?

It was impossible to know.

But one thing was certain.

He held not even a sliver of expectation for the being that had now arrived.

Even though that being might be the only hope for his liberation.

"Another age will pass."

He didn't know how long it had been since the last visitor.

But that was what he thought.

The one who had just entered would not liberate him.

And so, the elven elder closed his eyes again and swung his sword.

Without any expectation or hope, he resumed his swordsmanship that had continued for eternity.

For so long, only swordsmanship had been his companion.

Dancing an endless sword dance,

he severed his interest in the visitor he sensed in the distance.

For where there is no expectation, there is no disappointment.

4.

The Dune Wild Trail was a region that evoked a sense of quaint charm in its simple scenery.

A somewhat desolate area reminiscent of a post-apocalypse.

Seonghyun hadn't been here long.

But he had clearly recognized it as such.

At what could be called the end of the Dune Wild Trail.

At the place where the wilderness ended, quite a few plants had sprung up, contrary to expectations.

Truly a place that could be called the end of the wilderness.

Looking at the scene unfolding before Seonghyun's eyes now, it was hard to recall the Dune Wild Trail he had seen before.

And as they stood before it,

Seonghyun, Nocturnium, and Fiora couldn't help but be amazed.

-It is as I remember.

"Wow."

-Truly… astonishing. To think there was a place like this that even I couldn't detect…….

-Heueh!? I-it's beautifulll.

In the middle of the vast wilderness, in what they had thought was just an endless horizon, upon reaching the exact location, the mirage-like horizon had vanished, and what appeared in its place were stone spires built as if from mythology, soaring high into the sky and glowing with a soft golden light.

Cracks etched between the stone walls and moss blooming within them showed the passage of much time, revealing fragments of it.

He didn't know how much time had passed.

But a majesty that even the long ages couldn't steal away overflowed from the Hall of Knights.

The vast meadows and green grasslands gently swaying in the breeze around it were too alien compared to the Dune Wild Trail, where even a single blade of grass was hard to find.

Collapsed pillars, stairs, and half-destroyed buildings were scattered haphazardly along the paths, indicating fierce battles had taken place.

"This is……."

As Seonghyun said that,

A system message appeared as if to prove it.

[You have discovered the entrance to the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』.]

[You are the first to discover the hidden field dungeon!]

[You have acquired the title, 『Wanderer』.]

[Caution]

[Several systems cannot be used within the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』.]

[Once you enter the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, you cannot re-enter after exiting.]

[Do you wish to enter the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』?]

It also included a rather ominous warning.

What kind of systems are they referring to with "several systems"?

The ones that roughly come to mind are the messenger and various convenience systems?

It didn't particularly matter.

But it felt like it would be inconvenient without them.

'Hmm.'

Seonghyun pondered for a moment.

Then, he decided it would be best to contact them beforehand, just in case.

He could always contact them after leaving anyway.

But since he still had more to play, it would be better to say something in advance.

It would be troublesome if they contacted him before that.

After roughly explaining, Seonghyun was about to agree to enter the Hall of Knights.

In that instant, Rapid's messenger flashed by.

[Rapid - ??? What are you talking about???]

'Hmm? Did she have more to say?'

He had already told her beforehand.

He could talk to her later after leaving.

Seonghyun brushed it off like that and looked at the newly appeared messages.

[Entering the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』.]

[You are the first to discover the hidden field dungeon!]

[First discovery rewards will be granted.]

[The basic effects of the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, are increased by 50%.]

[The trial rewards of the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, are increased by 50%.]

[The first discovery rewards will last until the dungeon is cleared for the first time.]

[Within the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, the proficiency of all skills excluding magic-based skills will increase by 2 times.]

[You have been granted the qualification to participate in the trials of the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』.]

[If you fail the trials of the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, you will be immediately expelled from the field and will not be able to enter again.]

[Even if you fail the trials of the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, the skill proficiency you have gained will be maintained.]

[Within the hidden field dungeon, 『Hall of Knights』, you cannot check or use the skill window, stats, or skill level-up messages, including the messenger.]

Quite lengthy messages.

Reading them revealed the first discovery rewards and a basic explanation of the Hall of Knights.

After carefully checking, Seonghyun dismissed the messages and looked around.

This place was full of the charm of ages past, with traces of a long history visible everywhere.

And amidst them, the souls of countless knights could be seen.

-Heo!? A guest after so long!

-Hehehe! And a person with tremendous power, no less.

-A body capable of training! How envious!

-Hahaha! We will help you while you are here!

-Hey! Receive some of my swordsmanship!

-Ahem!!! I was first!

-I'm first!

They suddenly rushed at him, offering to impart their swordsmanship.

It seemed they were happy to have a visitor after so long.

Above all, who else would have been able to see them?

Seonghyun tilted his head as he looked at the souls rushing towards him.

They were indeed souls in human form.

Ghosts with appearances similar to humans, without exception.

But they were clearly different.

Pointed ears and each one boasting outstanding looks.

Even those who appeared older were still handsome men and beautiful women.

A single race that Seonghyun knew came to mind.

"Elves?"

One of the races that always appeared alongside the long history of fantasy.

It was the appearance of elves.

Only, as ghosts.

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