Chapter 63

"With that said," Kibaou said, picking up the threat of Lind's narrative, "For any of you who think that I would make a better leader, you have merely to say so and I will include you in the guild list. The name of my guild is, from this point forward, the Aincrad Liberation Squad."

Lind nodded. "And for those of you who would rather have me as your leader, the name of my guild is the Holy Dragon Alliance. Are there any questions before we begin to take names of those who would like to either join or create a guild?"

A player somewhere off to Jae's left lifted a hand. "So who will be in command of raid parties?"

"Raid parties can be conducted at any time, by any guild." Kibaou replied. "In those scenarios, obviously whoever your guild leader is will be in command of such forays."

"But," Lind spoke up, "On days like today, where the entire Assault Team is gathered to work together to fight, the commander of the raid will be decided via a coin flip between guild leaders."

A murmur of agreement ran through the crowd. Jae was pleased as well. It sounded like Lind and Kibaou had put a good deal of thought into their decisions. It was good to know that their minds were still set on clearing Floors as efficiently as possible.

"What about Boss room battles?" Another player asked.

"Same rule applies," Lind answered. "Though, for those of you who might be interested in creating your own guilds, going into a Boss room with just your guild at your back is not recommended. Neither Kibaou or myself have any intention of attempting to take on a Floor Boss without the entire Assault Team present."

"Exactly," Kibaou said. "Remember guys, the reason we're trying to beat this game is to save lives. It defeats the purpose if people start getting reckless and are killed as a result. Guilds within the Assault Team have changed nothing as far as our combined purpose. We fight together to get out of this damn game, so that we can all finally go home in one piece."

A cheer rang out among the sea of people as they lifted their weapons enthusiastically.

"To our day of liberation!" Someone roared.

"We are the Clearers!" Another screamed. "It's up to us to save everyone still alive!"

After a minute of non stop cheering, Kibaou finally lifted up a hand, calling for silence.

"So," he said. "It is time now for those of you who wish to join our two guilds to do so. We ask only that you come forward in an orderly line as we take names. And if you aren't sure about joining just yet, do not worry. My guild will be open to newcomers at any time."

"As will mine." Lind was quick to add.

In an instant, a surge of players rushed forward, splitting off as some went for Lind while others moved to join Kibaou. Though it took some organization, a line was quickly formed.

Looking around, Jae was happy to see that perhaps half of the players present had stayed like he had. It wasn't that he didn't trust the two leaders. In fact, it was quite the opposite. Both seemed not only motivated to beat the game, but determined not to lose players. Such traits were inspirational, and he was glad they were the leaders of the Assault Team.

The thing was, he just didn't see any reason to join a guild. He was interested in only one thing, and that was clearing the game. So long as that remained the Assault Team's purpose, he was satisfied right where he was.

Besides, he thought. Toyo would be furious. As far as he's concerned, the two of us are the only guild we need. And I'm inclined to agree.

"Not a fan of those two either?" Came a voice behind him.

Turning, Jae found himself looking at a tall man with golden eyes. Though he had a neatly trimmed beard, his facial features betrayed his years. He couldn't have been a year above sixteen.

"Actually I respect both of them." Jae replied.

The tall teenager arched an eyebrow. "And yet here you stand."

Jae shrugged. "I see no reason to join a guild. As long we're clearing Floors, that's good enough for me. Why, what do you have against them?"

The young man cocked his head to the side. "Well, nothing personally. But this guild business won't be blowing over well, mark my words."

"Why do you say that?" Jae asked curiously.

"Have you not played RPG's before? Guilds means competition. They say they won't let this get in the way of the Assault Team's mission, but it will. Before long, the players in each guild will start trying to fight monsters before the others can get to them, win more glory. They'll try to get ahead of each other, and people will die because of it."

Jae crossed his arms skeptically. "That's normal RPG's. This shit is real. It's life or death and everyone knows it."

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