Conou and Ed explore Ancient Munsta in search of a hidden dungeon.

Gumonsta is a white 5-storey tower.

Each floor has different monsters. There is also an observatory at the top of the tower, which allows the player to see the stars.

Although they didn't look for long, Conou's super-instinct vanished.

It feels a little off, and that means there's something here.

"Here!"

Con pointed to the white brick wall. More specifically, he pointed to a brick that looked older and more worn out than the others.

He immediately pressed the brick.

Rumble.

The walls turn with a "rumbling" sound, creating a passage large enough for people to walk through.

[You have discovered hidden dungeons, underground tunnels of ancient gates.] ]

He discovers a hidden dungeon!

However, his expression stiffened because he was not the "first" to discover it.

"Odd. ”

Con'ou clicked.

"What's wrong?" asked Eder.

"Someone must have cleaned this dungeon before. ”

Finding a hidden dungeon does not guarantee a huge payout, only an undiscovered hidden dungeon does.

"Shouldn't we just look inside?"

"Yes. Let's see what comes up. ”

Conou and Eder stepped out of the pitch-black darkness and entered the passageway.

A few hours later ...

Cono defeats the dungeon's boss, the giant crocodile.

[You defeated the crocodile, Krogel.] ]

Unsurprisingly, he wasn't the first to beat it. Therefore, he will not get a bonus for killing it.

Conou picked up these things with low expectations.

They are gloves in the shape of a crocodile's head.

The gloves are only Grade B. Not only that, but the capabilities and results of this project are mediocre. They are like cheap goods with the words "Made in China" written on them.

"I can't sell them, and I can't use them for gluttony. They are complete garbage. ”

Cono decides to feed Ubist gloves and other junk items later.

"Maybe there's no money. ”

He searches the boss's room just in case.

However, there are only 5 pieces of gold in the crocodile hole.

"Odd. Let's go to the next dungeon. ”

After that, Conou and Eder went through two more dungeons.

First, they visited the gardens of Massitl. Despite searching, they were unable to find a hidden dungeon there.

Next, they explored the Caves of Levaldo. It was a dungeon full of monster bears.

This time he found a hidden dungeon.

However... ！

[You have discovered a hidden dungeon, the tomb of the bear god.] ]

He didn't see the news of the "first discovery" this time either!

"Don't do it again!" Conou shouted angrily.

"Today is not your day," Eder said comfortingly.

"Whew, whew. ”

Conou held his breath and calmed down. Then he calmly assessed the situation.

"It's not just luck. The number of undiscovered dungeons is declining

Conou recalls the list of dungeons he wants to explore, bent on finding a hidden dungeon.

Level 120-180 monsters will breed in these dungeons.

Most players can hunt in these dungeons. Therefore, it is possible that some of them have found or have already found hidden dungeons.

How many of these dungeons actually contain an undiscovered hidden dungeon?

"Most of them have already been discovered, unless they are well hidden and it takes my super instincts to find them. ”

Conou realizes that it will be difficult to abuse his super-instincts and find the same success he has achieved so far.

"Ah," he sighed deeply.

"Are you alright?"

"Yes. I'm fine now. I think I need to change my strategy from now on. ”

Ed stared at Conou as if to say, "What the hell are you talking about?"

"From now on, our goal is no longer to find hidden dungeons, but to become stronger. ”

Because he has been focused on finding hidden dungeons, Conou has slackened in his character growth.

However, he believes that now is the time to focus on character growth, or to become stronger.

Other than that... ！

He's on a long path, and by becoming stronger, he can monopolize the more difficult dungeons before anyone else.

"I'm making enough money to last for a while, so... Now is the time to focus on character growth

He made so much money traveling to the Barryton desert that he didn't have to worry about money for a while.

"I'm okay with that. ”

Clearly, Ed agreed.

Focusing on leveling means they can get to the shrine of Deborah, the goddess of death, faster.

"I'm going to get to level 200 as soon as possible. ”

Cono clenched his fists.

"Level 200?"

"Yes!"

The reason he chose level 200 was simple.

Professor Blush from the tower gave him an S-Class necklace in exchange for a souvenir from Bessie, however, the minimum level requirement for this necklace was 200.

The "Flame Necklace of Wind Desire" will quadruple the power of any wind-based skill.

Meaning ... ！

"It will make me a Storm Tiger four times stronger than it!"

So equipping a necklace is like giving wings to a tiger.

"Anyway, let's clean up this hidden dungeon. ”

Cono pointed to the entrance.

"Understood. ”

The two began hunting in the Bear God's Tomb.

The horns of the demon bear are as black as blood. The boss, a priest who worships the bear god, is stationed at the end of the cave.

It's not a tough boss, so Conor and Eder are able to defeat it quickly.

Of course, he did not receive the "first" bonus, and the items it fell from were rather mediocre.

Not only that, but there were only 7 pieces of gold and a bear skin on the altar.

Con'ou and Ed immediately returned to Altan.

"See you tomorrow. ”

Edel is gone.

Cono began to develop a plan to upgrade as soon as possible.

If someone asks Ranke what the best way to level up, 8 out of 10 people will say this:

Fight monsters stronger than you!

Their reasoning is straightforward.

By fighting monsters that are stronger than oneself, one's side attributes and proficiency will improve faster.

Additionally, players can increase their control over their character by fighting stronger enemies.

Con knew he had to do the same.

So, Conou took off his red beard.

These redbeards were active in Mount Helm, where they stole from others as criminals.

Their leader, Stadion, is said to have surpassed level 400.

Other than that... ！

The Redbeard Bandit itself is over level 200.

Wow.

"Die!"

One of the bandits, dressed in white wool made of wolf skin, swung his sword downward.

Jingling!

The robber slammed Eder's skull shield with a knife.

"Ahh ”

The robber's strength overwhelmed him, causing Edel to fall backwards.

Then the robbers attacked the unarmed Eder.

But Conou wasn't going to let that happen.

"Huapu!"

Con'ou flies his sword sideways.

Slash!

He carved a horizontal white line in the air, separating the upper and lower body!

Dark Strike activates at the same time!

Black and white are intertwined, and the robbers are coming.

Instead of dodging, the robbers chose to fight back.

Brave Strike!

His sword radiated green energy.

Bang!

They are on edge.

Conou was not pushed down at all.

They're evenly matched!

Conou's eyes sparkled.

For the first time, he had never encountered an opponent who could withstand an attack enhanced by the Dark Strike.

"He's strong. ”

The bandit is already over level 200 and has the strength and skills that monsters can't have.

At that moment, Ed waved his scepter at the bandit's back.

At some point, Eder stood up and aimed at the rear of the robbers.

The robber quickly turned around and blocked his mace.

Prosperity!

A violent blow exploded, but the robbers were largely unscathed.

In exchange for ... ！

His attack gave Conou a chance. Edel diverted the robbers' attention, which in turn made the robbers expose themselves.

"There!"

Conou stabbed his sword, piercing the bandit in the side.

Stab!

Fragments of red light burst out. It was his first real blow since the war.

But it's too early to rejoice. The robber's sword flew towards him.

Wow.

Cono defended himself with his own sword.

Jingling!

Metal-on-metal screams are like screams. He could feel the power behind the bandit's sword through his body.

Cono was pushed down.

The bandits rushed towards Conou, swinging downward.

Brave Strike!

Cono felt a chill in the center of his body. If he doesn't react in time, he'll definitely be split in two.

He suddenly had an idea. He didn't move, he just let the robbers beat him.

Just before the blade touches ...

Baramut's windshield was activated.

[The special ability of the Balamute suit, the windshield has been activated.] ]

[Attack ineffective.] ]

[Cooldown: 60 minutes]

As soon as the bandits' attack was over, Conou pushed him into the bandits' chests.

"Take this!"

Storm Tiger!

He swung his sword upwards, and a golden tiger followed his sword, sweeping away the robbers.

Bang!

"Ahh

The robbers staggered.

His white skin was torn, and the robber's skin had paw prints.

It's a clean hit!

Wow.

The aura is followed by the whip of the tempest, and Cono attacks simultaneously with his sword.

Slash!

Sweep!

The robber was left with a diagonal scar.

Conou prepares for the next attack, aiming for the wound.

However, the bandits controlled themselves and fought back. Con'ou was forced to retreat, unable to attack the wound.

"Ha, ha. ”

"Whew, whew. ”

The battle entered a state of calm for the time being. The bandit and Con O's stared at each other while holding their breath.

Eder stood behind the robbers and waited for his chance.

Slowly ...

Little by little, the bandits began to move, and Conou followed suit.

Right now...!

"Kuha!" the robber screamed and rushed towards Conou.

Cono wielded his sword.

Jingling!

Their swords collided with each other, making Con'o's hands tingle.

The bandits flew sideways and aimed at Conou's neck. Cono swings upwards.

Jingle sounds.

Their blades collided again.

Edel had been waiting for this, and a black demon came out of his mouth.

Aging Curse!

The evil spirit clung to the robber's back. Then, Ed spat out a rusty chain.

Curse of Slowdown!

Rusty chains surrounded the robbers in an X formation. As a result, the actions of the bandits slowed down.

"Hmm!"

The robbers tried to break the chains, but to no avail. After all, they are not real chains, but the result of a curse.

"Well done, Eder. ”

It had been a long time since he had complimented Ed.

Conou quickly rushed to the bandits, brandishing his sword. Edel placed his shield in front of him and rushed towards him.

The two of them gritted their teeth and attacked repeatedly.

Hack, cut, hack!

Hit the shield!

But the bandits won't put this down.

Cut through the mess quickly and attack bravely!

Jingling!

Bang!

After that, the trio engaged in a fierce battle.

Cono finally hits.

Whack!

Black fragments are scattered.

The magic sword's special ability, "Toothed Knife", causes his attacks to ignore the bandits' defenses.

Cono used all his remaining councillors to free the last of the Storm Tigers.

Kuhang!

It's done.

The robber's body fell to the ground.

[You defeated a red-bearded bandit.] ]

[Side properties increased.] ]

[Indomitable +1]

[You've leveled up.] ]

Now Conou is level 150. His deputy, indomitable, also rose.

However, he suddenly felt a chill in his heart. Conou instinctively threw the body away.

Whining!

An arrow hit the place where he had been.

He looked up and saw a robber wielding a bow.

[You meet the red-bearded bear warrior Hamill.] ]

"A designated enemy!"

Conou's eyes sparkled.

Hamill stuck another arrow.

"Run!"

Conou and Eder rushed towards Hamill.