Black Destroyer.
It’s a greatsword of black resembling a crescent moon, a masterpiece created by Drak, the blacksmith of Talikal.
This masterpiece series is divided into a total of 8 types: multicolored, silver, yellow, red, green, black, blue, and white.
The masterpiece is crafted for the ‘suitable person’ by Drak when the destruction of Talikal approaches to prevent the downfall…
“…I never thought a day like this would come when I was making it.”
“I didn’t think I would end up collecting them all either.”
The reason I started gathering the masterpieces was none other than Black.
During a mock siege war hosted by Black, I obtained the blue Guardian and first learned about the masterpiece quest.
After that, I headed to Talikal and acquired the red Guide and the green Hermit.
After stealing the yellow Raider from the Grim Reaper, I had the white Guardian crafted by Drak.
Honestly, up to that point, I wasn’t sure I could collect them all.
Even though I got lucky and obtained the mythical one after charging in against the Grim Reaper, the other rankers wouldn’t just let me have the weapons.
They are wealthy enough to be unshaken even if offered billions of gold coins, and the chances of them giving up their weapons, even if they lost to me, are close to zero.
For rankers, mythical equipment is more important than anything.
But an opportunity arose.
Through the Empire War, I saved the Angel Guild and received the silver Purifier from Michael.
Using the information I obtained from them, I headed to the World Tree, finished the trial of Minoa’s ancient beast, and received the multicolored Successor.
Now there’s only one left.
“……”
At this point, it’s a situation where I have to gather them even if I don’t want to.
From the owner of the Black Destroyer, Black.
[LOL]
[Ah, give me the masterpiece LOL]
[Give it to me]
[Bumping into the masterpiece because of Taebaek zzzz]
[I really want to kill Taebaek]
[Are you gathering all 8 now?]
[Wow]
[Let’s do the masterpiece combination~]
[I thought the masterpiece quest would never be completed, but here we are LOL]
[Are you serious?]
[Lily of the non-mythical weapons is coming LOL]
[How strong would it be if I combined all 8 mythical?]
Black lowered his head, as if sorting out his thoughts for a moment.
It must be troubling.
The other two rankers, except for the Grim Reaper, handed over their masterpieces as a favor, as those masterpieces weren’t their main weapons.
Michael, the owner of the Angel Guild, was more skilled in spreading power rather than using weapons, and Minoa originally wanted to escape from the masterpiece trial altogether.
They made this choice because they acquired weapons once used by someone from the past, but Black is different.
The Black Destroyer that Black owns was a dedicated weapon crafted solely for ‘Black’.
A weapon that exists only one across the entire Deoen battlefield.
The one and only weapon that exists throughout history.
‘Just like my White Guardian.’
“…I’m sorry, but I can give you everything else, but this weapon I can’t.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes. I apologize.”
As expected, he refused.
[Take this out?]
[?]
[Black, make the right choice]
[Evan]
[No lol, even if I put everything on the table, it wouldn’t be enough for this?]
“Huh…? Didn’t you say you would meet my demands?”
“…That’s true, but the Black Destroyer is my main weapon. Without it, the operation of the guild would suffer serious damage. I have many raids prepared under my leadership right now…”
“Is the damage to the guild more important than my shame? I had such a good impression of you, but I’m disappointed.”
“That is… not─”
“Wait a moment.”
I stepped between the Heavenly Horse, who showed an uncomfortable mood, and Black.
It had become too heated. This wasn’t how they should be arguing.
“First, Lord Heavenly Horse. Black’s point is valid. He did suffer damage, but he also has his own circumstances. You wouldn’t want to cause overwhelming damage, would you?”
“Lily. This isn’t just your problem. This compensation starts from my loss…”
“But you gave it to me.”
The Heavenly Horse urged me to name my demands for compensation.
So, the right to decide this compensation lies with me, not the Heavenly Horse.
“I’ll make sure to get a fair value, so please don’t be too angry.”
“…I feel like I’ve become a bit of a miser. Fine. Do as you wish.”
“Thank you.”
[Lily is too nice ㅜㅜ]
[Just a light]
[Haha]
[But still, I need to receive the masterpiece]
[Lily special) She gets everything while acting like that]
I turned my head.
Black, who still had a slightly anxious expression, waited for my words.
“And Black.”
“…Yes.”
“I won’t insist on pointing out your rights and wrongs. This is a problem that started with one person, and I have no particular feelings about that person.”
What matters is the compensation.
“Considering various damages, you might feel that the value of the Black Destroyer is somewhat unreasonable, but honestly, I don’t think it’s excessive at all.”
After all, he is the representative head of the Western Guild Alliance and a rising star among guilds, Black Moon.
To let such a significant figure’s incident go unnoticed in front of everyone?
It’s not just the fate of a Deputy Guild Master; we should discuss the fate of the entire guild.
The incident caused by Taebaek is not just something to glance over; it’s a culmination of a longstanding notoriety that burst forth all at once.
And depending on how I and the Heavenly Horse act, we can sufficiently quell that controversy.
Taebaek can ensure that even if we’re heading to the depths of hell, the guild won’t be affected.
If you’re ordinary, you might think it’s right to throw everything you have and just lie down.
“……”
“But.”
My thoughts differ a bit.
“You really don’t have to worry. I won’t just take it.”
“…What?”
While observing the kingdom’s situation, I realized that Black Moon is actively communicating, but they have many enemies.
To be precise, while they may have connections with the kingdoms, their relationships with various guilds and raiders are not good.
In fact, there are numerous mid-sized or larger groups marked as ‘hostile’ in the system.
In this situation, if Black Moon’s strength diminishes, the likelihood of being attacked will increase significantly.
Now, there’s a good justification with Taebaek involved. They’ll rush in like they’re implementing justice.
What I desire is the reward, not the downfall of Black Moon.
“So.”
Sre.
[?]
[Oh]
[???]
[What is that]
[Greatsword?]
“Weapon. I’m getting a new one made for you.”
■
When the Great Cataclysm occurs, who will be the first to jump into the fray?
Just like with Sugarado, most users will probably scramble to participate in the hunt, but the first person to step forward is none other than the ‘Guild Master.’
The one who leads and commands the users, dealing the most damage to the boss.
And Black is the leader of a large guild.
I have no intention of robbing the weapon of such a person and increasing their losses and casualties.
He needs to fight the World Boss more than anyone else.
“What is this…?”
Black grabbed the golden greatsword resting on the table.
The blade is beautifully adorned, almost like a piece of craftsmanship, but someone as strong as Black would know.
“That it’s not an ordinary weapon.”
The hilt of the greatsword is wrapped in white cloth, and its length is similar to the one Black had been using.
The size of the golden greatsword is much larger, but as someone with the hidden class of ‘Magic Sword Master,’ he can handle any greatsword.
“It’s intriguing. I can sense a unique power from the sword.”
Even the Heavenly Horse, who had shown some discomfort, began examining the sword with interest.
“It looks to be at least legendary grade. Where did you get it?”
“I received it from That Guy Uncle’s storage.”
“…What?”
“Yep.”
[That Guy Uncle?]
[Pharaoh’s weapon?]
[Oh]
[No, does the Summon also make weapons?]
[That Guy Uncle’s sword ㄷㄷㄷ]
[ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ]
[Was That Guy Uncle a sword master?]
[Phagildong ㅋㅋㅋ]
[Wow, I’m so jealous]
[Lamb?]
[Do people usually say “I received a lamb from the warehouse”?]
“Yes. I received a lamb.”
“…You didn’t just bring it yourself?”
“No way. By the way, that’s actually quite rare.”
Most of the Pharaoh’s weapons have been destroyed and vanished by the Demon Race, so there’s not much left.
Even the ones that still function as ‘weapons’ are few and far between.
If it were the Pharaoh in his prime, he could whip up a weapon with just a flick of his hand, but right now he’s just a rookie, so that’s impossible.
“By the way, don’t take it out in front of That Guy Uncle.”
“Did you steal it?”
“That’s a misrepresentation. You can’t say I stole it from that person.”
You wouldn’t say you stole something just because you brought it from your house.
It’s like that.
“First of all, when used, it will partially manifest That Guy Uncle’s power, and since I’ve modified it, you should be fine using it. Is that satisfactory?”
“…Uh. Let’s do a test.”
Hooook!
A hammer falls on Black’s head.
Though startled by the sudden attack, Black instinctively raised the greatsword in his hand.
If he hadn’t had the greatsword, it wouldn’t be surprising if his head was smashed by the hammer…
Swaaaash!!
“…!”
“Oh ho.”
The golden sand that burst from the greatsword formed a half-sphere, blocking the hammer’s descent.
Creeeeek…! It makes a dangerous sound but is managing to hold up fairly well.
“That’s an amazing sword. It blocks as if it’s alive.”
“That’s the power of That Guy Uncle. As you can see, it moves on its own in a crisis to protect its owner. What do you think?”
“That’s amazing… But that hammer…”
“It has more functions than this. The technique can also display the Pharaoh’s attribute powers, and once you’re used to it, you can even summon Sand Soldiers. The only downside is…”
Crack.
“Lily?”
“It needs to be charged, so you have to give it some sunlight regularly.”
Weapons of the sun require sunlight.
“Black is dead.”
“You can bring him back.”
It won’t take long.
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