Xibei Cat

Rhode is a legendary guild leader of the most influential guild in the VRMMO, Dragon Soul Continent. In order to cope with the death of his beloved sister, he dived into the game for seven long years. During this period, Rhode tries his best to alleviate his emotional pain through gaming, but alas, his life shatters once more when he heard his parents perish in a plane crash.

A month after the incident, he made a decision to quit the game and return to the real world. But just before that, as a final farewell, Rhode decides to fight the most powerful BOSS in the game with his guildmates. In the end, he defeats the BOSS at the expense of his avatar's life. Rhode smiles as his avatar dissipates in a beam of light. However, instead of respawning at the usual platform...

...

"W-wha...!"

Rhode shot up and stared at the unfamiliar ceiling.

And thus, a player who had been creating legends in the game for three eras disappeared just like that...

Atlas Studios

Summoning the Holy Sword

AtlasStudios

<p>The ice surface of the Frozen Lake wasn't as smooth as they had imagined. It felt as though it was an extension of the earth and its bone-piercing chills punctured their soles and spread into their feet. Not only that, but the chilliness also sent shivers down their spines. Even though the mercenaries wore thick boots, they felt as though they were walking barefooted in a world of ice and snow.</p>

<p>Ice-cold breeze scratched their ears and the tranquil massive lake was filled with only the clomping of the mercenaries' boots. Most of the mercenaries held shields in their left hand and swords on the other, scanning the surrounding vigilantly under Marfa's lead. Meanwhile, Rhode casually strode in front of them with the Ocean Elves.</p>

Frozen Lake (IV)