Chapter 5
Deep Dive ch5
After Ned defeated the boss, Ned thought over that relying solely only on his sword in every situation is limited. Recognizing the need for versatility, he decided to seek out the town's smithy to commission a special weapon.
Arriving at the smithy's forge, Ned requested a dual pistol with a unique trait. When the smithy named Hugo asked him what the trait desired. "Surprise me" Ned smirked at Hugo.
Hugo felt challenged by Ned's request he then agreed to his request and told Ned to come back after 3 hours.
While waiting, Ned wandered through the town, admiring its beauty and complex architectural masterpieces within the game.
During his stroll, Ned approached the commotion, he spotted a scrawny fellow pummeling a brawny guy. Drawing closer, Ned heard bits of their heated exchange.
"Ha! Look who it is, isn't this our bread shuttle Tim?! This game will be a lot more enjoyable from now on! HAHAHAHA." Dan laughed meancingly as he enjoys torturing Tim.
USERNAME: DAN
LEVEL: 14
HP - 3500/3500
MANA - 2500/2500
CLASS - *PLAYER MUST REACH LEVEL 20 TO UNLOCK*
UNALLOCATED STAT POINTS: 0
STR - 35
INT - 25
STA - 20
DEX - 30
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USERNAME: TIM
LEVEL: 9
HP - 1700/1700
MANA - 2650/2650
CLASS - *PLAYER MUST REACH LEVEL 20 TO UNLOCK*
UNALLOCATED STAT POINTS: 0
STR - 30
INT - 9
STA - 9
DEX - 25
"P-please leave me alone man. I just want to play a game. I can't level up because you kept hogging my exp" Tim's voice trembled as he stammered out his plea, his eyes was full of fear as he begged.
"Nope. I won't leave you alone, shuttle boy. I'll PK you every single time I saw you in the map." Dan smirked with a glint of superiority in his eyes.
"What did I ever do to you? Why do you hate me this much?" Tim started to cry as he felt that even in this game, he still cannot escape the bullies.
Ned's heart pounded with determination as he stepped forward, his voice cutting through the tense atmosphere. "Hey! That's enough. This game should be enjoyed by everyone else. Don't harass people just because you feel like doing it," he declared, his gaze firm and unwavering.
Dan's mocking laughter grated on Ned's nerves, but he remained resolute. "Oh yeah? What are you gonna do about it?" Dan sneered.
"I'm going to teach you a lesson," Ned replied with confidence.
As Dan challenged Ned to a PvP match, Ned accepted without hesitation.
The NPC overseeing the PvP system, named Guardian Valor, turned to both participants. "What do you want to wager?"
Dan smirked confidently. "Character deletion for the losing side and never to play this game ever again," he proclaimed.
Ned's jaw tightened, but he didn't falter. "I accept it. I was thinking of wagering this if I was asked by the NPC first," he affirmed, his voice steady despite the gravity of the bet.
Valor announced that the use of inventory was strictly prohibited, a shimmering forcefield gradually encased them, a precaution against any disturbances from the bystanders. Above the barrier, a colossal screen materialized, displaying both combatants' profiles with pinpoint accuracy, including their pictures, levels, and HP bars.
DAN LVL 14 VS NED LVL 14
BEGIN BATTLE!
Dan wielded a spear named SWIFTSPEAR, its blade emitting a faint glow, hinting at its special properties. With confidence brimming, Dan dashed toward Ned, aiming to swiftly end the PvP match. As he closed in, Dan thrust his spear with lightning speed, only to meet Ned's derisive scoff.
"Pathetic," Ned murmured softly, sidestepping effortlessly. Gripping the handle of his weapon, Shirayuki, with unwavering resolve, Ned delivered a powerful blow to the hilt of Swiftspear. Instantly, the ice properties of Shirayuki spread, shattering Dan's spear into pieces. With a swift motion, Ned severed Dan's head, securing his victory. Dan's body began to dissipate into thin air.
Amidst the silence that followed, Valor descended from above, declaring Ned as the victor. Valor announced Dan's character deletion and a ban from the game for a year.
The crowd was initially stunned into silence then, erupted into cheers, celebrating Ned's triumph and his unwavering commitment to justice.
After the fierce battle, Tim's heart overflowed with gratitude towards Ned. "Thanks a bunch, Ned. I owe you big time," Tim said with genuine appreciation sparkling in his eyes.
Ned grinned, clapping Tim on the back. "No problem, buddy. We make a great team."
With a warm smile, Ned extended his hand. "Hey, why don't we team up officially? I'll send you a friend request."
Tim's eyes lit up as he accepted Ned's invitation without hesitation. "Accepted! So, what do you say we celebrate with a little party? My treat!"
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As they strolled back to the Hugo, Ned received the twin pistol that he commission with Hugo. TWIN REVOLVER
TWIN REVOLVER (rare)
Semi-automatic pistols, can hit targets up to 100 meters.
DEX +20
STA +5
Special Characteristics: Endless bullets and does not need reloading, however every bullets cost 10 HP from the user. Unusable if the user is below 100 HP.
Hugo told Ned that he made him an accessory for the weapons and its free of charge.
BASIC PISTOL BELT
Leather pistol belt for the twin revolver
STA +2
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Ned proudly read out the stats. "Semi-automatic pistols with a range of up to 100 meters. Plus, it boosts DEX by 20 and STR by 5."
Tim nodded in approval. "Impressive. But what about its special characteristics?"
Ned grinned mischievously. "Get this: endless bullets, no reloading required. But each shot costs 10 HP. Pretty sweet, right?"
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Their excitement soared as they ventured outside of town, ready to explore the nearby cave and face whatever challenges awaited them. Amidst the dim caverns, they stumbled upon their first encounter: the fearsome SILVERWOLF.
Tim's heart raced as he observed the creature's powerful form. "Looks like we've got our work cut out for us, Ned. This one seems tough."
Ned cracked his knuckles, a determined glint in his eye. "Bring it on! We'll show this Silverwolf what we're made of!"
With a battle cry, they charged into the fray, ready to test their skills against the formidable foe.
-End of ch5-