Space 8: The Murat Saga (Part:2)

SPACE 8. The MURAT SAGA (PART: 2)

Set!

Kuhwen ran forward and shouted.

You were such a loyal subject so why did you commit such a terrible sin?

Loyal subject..

The sound of laughter emerged from Sets voice.

Yes, loyal subject. I once believed so as well. I was a loyal subject of Horus. I worked to protect Horus and ensure peace on Muratio Star. I never doubted the mission that the Great God gave me.

Then why?

Because I realized that I was mistaken.

Set raised his voice and continued.

I heard the voice of God. And I came to know. The Great God doesnt want peace. Destruction! And death! That is what the God wants.

Nonsense! Who would hope for such a thing?

Your Majesty, there is no point.

Then Tot shook his head and spoke from the rear. He looked at Set with incredulous eyes and moaned.

I dont feel any light within Set anymore. The only thing swirling inside him is a dark aura. The force of the dark aura is so incredible it is hard to believe. I dont know when the darkness entered Sets body but his heart has already been swallowed by the darkness. He already cant be convinced with words.

Indeed Tot. You understand.

Set laughed while scratching his head and replied.

But you misunderstood an important part. The dark aura didnt enter me. I embraced the dark aura. Thats because I recognized the true will of God. Your expression says you cant understand. It is natural. No one can understand unless they heard the voice of the Great God directly.But it isnt necessary to worry. Ill make sure you guys soon hear the voice of God. However, you will hear the voice of the death god.

Set dropped his shoulders and spoke quickly.At the same time, a small rod fell from his sleeve towards his hand. A black ray shot off from the rod at the same time. It was a black lightsaber.

This guy is Set.

Ark went out in front of Kuhwen.

This crazy person. The voice of God? You should go to a mental asylum. There are many who had the voice of God like you. No, Ill send you there.

Jed?

Ark seemed to be someone called Jed in Sets eyes.But he had no intention of correcting that idea. Ark nodded blankly and Set laughed before continuing.

I havent seen you in a while but the guy who always hid behind Prince Kuhwen is now standing in front of him. It is worth understanding. That sword tells me that you are the Elims Heir. Perhaps your confidence is coming from there. But it is better not to strain yourself. Havent you heard? The late Elim was killed by me. Do you think that you who just became the heir can take care of me when the formal Elim couldnt?

It is possible!

Ark raised his lightsaber and shouted.Then Rapid and Hawk simultaneously rushed forward on either side of him. And in front was Ark! It was the attack from an alliance of three warriors!

It is impossible for you guys! Right now Im unbeatable!

Set opened both arms and shouted.

A huge aura of darkness swirled around and focused on Set. Ark felt his breath clog and body stiffen as he was wrapped in the dark aura.Set slowly raised both arms and Arks body floated into the sky like he was pulled by something.

It wasnt just Ark. Next to him was Basak, Hawk, Rapid, Kuhwen and Tot. The people around him were captured by an unseen force and floated up.At the same time an information window appeared.

Oh my god! I cant move? This is.

Ark looked at the information window with astonishment.He knew that Set was the leader of the rebellion on Muratio Star.Ark had expected Set to be strong. But to not be able to move? Was this a problem of strength anymore?

Huk! W-what is going on?

I dont know but Hawk-nim is in danger!

Damn! Help Hyung-nim!

Hawk and Arks team watching from afar started clamouring. No, they tried to jump up!

Pepeng-! Pepeng-! Pepeng-!

Sand pillars soared up between Ark and his team. The sand pillars exposed 100 soldiers wearing black armour.They were subordinates of Set who dropped down from the airship. Set looked at his subordinates before moving close to Ark and muttering.

Didnt I tell you? You arent my opponent.

Is Set really a NPC?

He looked at the approaching Set holding the black lightsaber.

This sometimes occured in a game.A users ability couldnt beat the NPC. Did this mean the quest needed to be completed before Set appeared? Didthe appearance of Set mean a failure of the quest itself?There was a possibility that Set was a NPC that couldnt be beat. Ark considered that point before shaking his head.

No, that is ridiculous! I thought I was killed when caught by the black hole! I worked hard over 3 days and now theyre saying Huhuhu, Set can be beaten? Is this a joke? If I die here then it isnt just experience and skills that will be lost. Even my spaceship will be lost! No! I will never die! I wont let it end in vain like this! There must be another way!

And there really was!

You cant stop us with such sorcery!

There was a cry from the back and the black aura immediately scattered.The unseen force around Ark, Hawk, Rapid, Basak and Kuhwen disappeared and they fell to the ground. Ark turned around at the sudden situation with an astonished expression and saw Tot floating in a meditation posture.

I know the force! The powers of darkness wont affect me!

The one who invalidated Sets skill was Tot!

He looked like Yoda but he had been no help in battle so far! He was the Elim mentor but only taught Ark Break Kinesis! Ark honestly hadnt paid much attention until now!This was the famous Elim spiritual mentor! He was still a NPC.

But this scene clearly showed Tots skills.

Ark, now! Ill block this guy so accomplish the Elims mission!

.In the end, it was a war between disciples. But fortunately Ark wasnt alone right now!

Basak, they are charging!

Ark shot forward like a bullet the moment he landed on the ground and shouted.

At the same time, Sets subordinates surrounding Kuhwen and Basak took out their weapons.There was the thunderous sound of gunshots as Ark and Hawks teammates conflicted with Sets soldiers.

And Ark..

Wiing! Wiing! Buoong!

A trajectory of light rushed towards Set. The moment the sword was about to reach Set!

Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!

Sparks flew out continuously.Set had considerable sword skills. He was the leader of the troops on Muratio Star so it was natural but he managed to block dozens of sword attacks with one hand.

But this much was expected.The two swords violently collided with each other!

Defense Break!

Arks sword slipped towards Sets wrist and struck.Defense Break was a technique to deal with the opponents defense stance! It was a useful skill in close combat. Set hadnt expected it and a wide gap appeared in his posture.

Take this!

Arks sword went through Sets neck without any delay.No, he thought it pierced through but Sets body scattered like fog. And he appeared behind Ark as the black lightsaber fell vertically.

It is still crude. Vacuum Wave!

Damn, Sonic Sword!

Ark ducked and rolled his body.The black and blue swords collided in the air and there was an explosion of smoke. A huge impact that it Arks body.He reflexively strengthened the power in his leg but Ark still flew back several metres.

While Ark was driven into the sand, Set laughed and approached.

Kukukuku! Didnt I say it was impossible for you?

Your opponent is me!

The sparkle of two swords plunged into Set.It was Hawk who had been waiting for a chance. Hawk wielded two swords like lightning and seemed to push back Sets one sword. However Set pushed his leg deep into the sand and turned his body, causing a circle of black light.

Not a chance! Destruction Zone!

Hawk raised his pair of swords with confusion.Black sparks continuously flew until Hawk was thrown back 10 metres. Rapid instantly fired his pistol when Hawk was pushed back after Ark.

Continuous Fire! Quick Fire! Chain Fire!

Tang! Tang! Tang! Tang!

The pistol revolved in Rapids hand and fired off successive bullets! But Set just waved his lightsaber from side to side and the bullets scattered everywhere like Arks Sword Defense.Rapid changed locations and rapidly fired the bullets. Set stretched out an arm towards Rapid and a black sphere formed on the palm.

Air Bomb!

The sphere moved forward at a speed that was impossible to see.Rapid used evasive behaviour but the sphere caught up to him like it was a guided missile and exploded. There was black smoke and the bloody Rapid fell to the ground.This happened in the few seconds that Ark was pushed back by the Vacuum Wave.

U-unbelievable..

Ark stared at Set with a flustered expression. It wasnt just Ark. Hawk who had been waiting for a good opportunity while Rapid was firing also had the same expression.

Its different if I was careless. However Hawk and Rapid arent careless. Yet the 3 of us couldnt face him directly?

This was Galaxian but Ark was still a legendary gamer. His power was inferior to Hawks but he wouldnt be pushed back in personal skills.

And Rapid was a rival that competed with Ark equally. He had a considerable physical obstacle but he overcame that weakness with a pistol. Hawk was one of the Seven Swords so there was no need to talk about his skills.

Yet Set had defeated 3 such users instantly.Tremendous skills!

Impossible! It is impossible to defeat him with our abilities right now!

Ark came to this conclusion.However he had no intention of giving up this fight.

There is no reason to give up yet. Obviously Set is strong. It will be difficult to defeat him with my own power. And the other team members are fighting against Sets subordinates so they cant help. But Im not alone. For me.

Ark raised his body and looked at Hawk and Rapid.They were his former rivals Rapid and Hawk. Now these two rivals were next to Ark.No matter the problem, currently they were people with the same purpose. They couldnt match Set but that was when they were facing Set separately.

If I team up with them.

Anyway, it wasnt necessary to express such ideas.Ark could read the same idea in Rapid and Hawk the moment they made eye contact.

That is the only way remaining!

Hawk reached the same conclusion as Ark.Ark, Hawk and Rapids movements changed significantly since then. Ark moved forward to control Sets movements. Then Hawk and Rapid moved slowly behind Set.

Tang! Tang! Tang!

Rapid started shooting.3 bullets flew accurately!These shots were a signal so Hawk and Ark rushed forward with their swords.Set felt like that atmosphere of the party had changed.Sets sword exploded towards Ark and Hawk like a wild animal protecting himself. However Ark had already expected Sets response.

Swamp Walking!

Ark lowered his body and used Swamp Walking.Arks upper body lowered enough until it almost touched the ground. And he kicked out the moment he was close to Set.But unlike New World, his kicks didnt have an effect in Galaxian. Moreover, Set was much higher levelled than Ark. His position was also enough to make Ark fall. And this attack revealed a gap in Sets posture!

But this alone is enough!

Do you think I will accept this attack?

Set turned towards Ark and twisted his sword. Hawks sword twisted intricately and fell onto Sets head.

One thousand. Flash! One thousand net!

Ugh! You!

Kakakakak! Kakakakak!

Set flinched and sparks flew into the air as he blocked. Rapid then reloaded and fired towards Sets head.Set instantly spun his sword.At the same time a black vortex rose and pushed back Ark, Hawk and the bullets.

Is this the capabilities of your group?

Sets red eyes swept over Arks group and he murmured in a threatening voice.Set had fended off Ark, Hawk and Rapids continuous attacks by himself! But Ark wasnt disappointed. It wasnt successful but he was convinced with this attack.

We can do it!

Ark grasped his sword and looked at Hawk and Rapid.Once again Ark, Hawk and Rapid couldnt handle Set alone. The only way to complete the request was for the 3 people to join forces and do a pincer attack.

When the 3 of them joined together, the attack damage wasnt x3. The important thing about the pincer attack was that they be in tune with each other. If they didnt fit then it would be rather annoying.

This attack was to check that out.Hawk and Rapid could attack in tune with him. He would give the result at least 8 points out of 10.

As soon as Ark tried a low attack and focused Sets eyes there, Hawk had attacked from the top. And when the two attacks failed, Rapid had fired to prevent Set from counterattacking. Anyway, it meant they knew the timing to attack without needing to speak!

Then I dont need to hesitate any longer!

Arks sword swept the horizontal direction to vertical.Set shot forward like a bullet and a blue afterimage followed him.The sword poured towards him like a shower!

The blue and black swords intertwined complicatedly in the space between Set and Ark. The two swords were straining against each other when a sound was heard. The person who interrupted was Hawk!

Wiing! Wiing! Pajijijik! Papang! Wiiing!

Sparks soared as Ark, Set and Hawk tangled together.Set skillfully swung his sword and received both Ark and Hawks attacks. But it wasnt easy for Set to simultaneously block both swords. Set began to be pushed back as the contact between swords increased.

Tang! Tang! Tang!

Then bullets flew through the middle!Even in such a situation, Rapid wasnt in a hurry.His location always changed and he would shoot to interrupt when Ark and Hawk was on the defensive. Ark and Hawks swords plunged immediately when the attack was broken!

Ark attacked from below and Hawk from above!Hawk attacked from below and Ark from above!

The 3 swords relentlessly tangled with each other within a 1 metre space. This pincer movement was being done for the first time but they were perfectly in tune with each other.

Trash like this..!

Set shouted angrily.But the circumstances meant that Set no longer had room to even talk.

Ark, Hawk and Rapid had reversed the situation with their pincer attack.The chances of Sets landslide victory changed from a ratio of 8 to 2 in a 1 on 1 battle had changed to 6 to 4. And Arks attack speed became even quicker once Set started being pushed back.

You flies. You will die today.

Set became angry at Arks provocation!The situation increasingly tilted to Arks side as Set flared up.But the situation still wasnt over.

Ark, Hawk and Rapid had found a way to push Set back but the situation with Sets subordinates wasnt going well. The combined attacks from his subordinates were pushing the users back. And if the team members were killed then completing the quest would be difficult even if Set was taken care of!

Set grasped the situation and suddenly changed to defense.

Ark, he is buying time!

I know! But switching to defense is as good as admitting defeat. And this is my specialty! Break Kinesis!

Ark shouted and used his skill.The space behind Sets head suddenly exploded.

It was the explosion of force Break Kinesis!He had tested it a few times after learning from Tot but unfortunately Break Kinesis couldnt be used directly against monsters and NPCs.But it was possible to explode a space with nothing in it. The explosion wouldnt deal a lot of damage but it was enough to break the flow of the offense.

Khafra Fencing 3rd style! Galaxy Sword!

Ark used his strongest skill Galaxy Sword after the explosion!Swords flew forward like a fan. It wound around Set like a storm. Sets health dropped by a tremendous amount and he flew back several metres.

Light Wave!Wide Sharp Swords!

Chain Fire!

Kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa! Tatatatang!

Hawk and Rapid also used deadly skills.

Thats it! Now there is a chance to win!

Ark lost his breath as he looked at Set.

Set had been gradually overwhelmed once Hawk and Rapid joined in with the pincer movement. Ark and Sets health was 45% to 38%. It wasnt enough to guarantee a victory. But the recent attacks reduced Sets health by 8% to 30%.It was 45% against 30%!

Now we can definitely win!

Ark was convinced of victory and was preparing for the next attack.

Suddenly he had a strange feeling. He felt a sense of discomfort after Set was hit by Galaxy Sword. It was only after Kuhwens scream that Ark knew the source of his uneasiness.

T-Tot!

Arks face stiffened as he turned his head.Tot who was floating 10 metres in the air in a meditation posture had a black lightsaber through his chest.This was the uneasiness Ark felt!

Sets sword wasnt in his hand. Set had distracted Ark and his companions. Set was looking for a chance to aim at Tot while fighting Ark. And the moment Arks group used a knockdown technique, he had driven his sword through Tots chest.

The reason Set did such a thing was simple.If Tot disappeared.

Your tricks end here.

Set murmured with a laugh and took one step forward. He spread an aura of darkness and once again wound around Arks party.

-

Tu tu tu tu! Tu tu tu tu!

Bullets hailed all over the place.Dozens of people became bloody and fell down from the concentration of bullets.But that wasnt the end. Plasma bullets burnt and swords were stabbed through bodies as people died.

Ugh, dammit!

A man groaned and moved backwards.

He was Paragon, a member of Hawks troops who Harley had placed in charge of the militia. His mission was to take the militia and lure Nemets main army. And he had succeeded in luring Nemets main force.

But it wasnt possible to outrun the enemy in the desert.They were caught by the 3,000 rebel army soon after succeeding in the luring strategy.However Paragon wasnt daunted.

I expected that we would be caught by them. The important thing is that Captain Hawk and the remaining team reaches Tri-Force safely. Once Kuhwen entered the pyramid and released Abraxas then the battle will end. The space fleet will enter Muratio Star. We have to hold on until then!

He was sure that victory was secured.But the scheduled time had passed yet there wasnt any change in Tri-Force.

He assumed it would be a short term battle but 20 minutes had passed since it started and it was still being drawn out. That expectation meant the tactic was for a short term battle and now the soldiers in the defense line were reaching their limit.They were holding up but it was clear the defense line would soon collapse.

No! Just a bit more!

Paragon bit his lip as he stared at the pyramid.

Captain Hawk, what is he doing?

-

The militia was on the brink of destruction.

Tu tu tu tu! Tu tu tu tu!

Gunshots rang out a few kilometres away.

The 1,000 rebel army led by Nemet was running while firing plasma bullets. The 100 soldiers that Nemet had discovered with the Fly Ranger were running away.Based on the configuration of troops, Kuhwens unit shouldve been wiped out already. And there were indeed only 50 soldiers left after being caught by Nemets unit.

But Nemet felt sick while carrying out the one-sided attack.

Damn! Why arent any of the attacks hitting?

Nemet growled as he looked at the flapping cloak that was Kuhwen running away.It had been dozens of minutes since catching the militia yet Kuhwen hadnt been hit by any of the bullets.

That was because Nemet was still unaware of something.

Kuhwen who showed incredible evasion!The man moving in front of Nemet was not Kuhwen.Kuhwen was currently in front of the pyramid and the disguised person was the pet hamster (?) Tori! Tori had no battle skills but his evasion and ability to escape from a crisis was equal to Ark despite being a NPC. But that was Toris own ability.

Catch him! Kill! Kill him!

Tu tu tu tu! Tu tu tu tu! Tu tu tu tu!

Nemet became even more upset by Toris ability and the unit members died one after another. Unfortunately Tori couldnt hide and just ran around escaping from the shower of bullets.There were shields on either side of him but it was only a matter of time until Tori died!

That damn Ark! What is going on? Im going to die!

Anger burned inside of Tori.

-

At that moment, Ark and Hawk.

D-dammit!

..They were wrapped in darkness and floated in the air.

Kukukuku. Now it is like you are hanging from a spider web. Didnt I tell you? You guys are not my opponents. This has proved my point. I will shred your body for all the trouble you gave me.

Set approached Ark and slowly said.Then Ark raised his head, looked at Hawk and shouted.

W-wait a minute! Why me? Think about it! That guy hit you harder than I did! Dont you remember? If you have to kill someone then kill him!

This bastard.

Hawk yelled angrily.

No! The person who thought of this strategy first is him! Ark!

What? This bastard! No! The first person who talked about a luring strategy was you! How can one of the Seven Swords act so cowardly? Wouldnt your subordinates be embarrassed?

Youre the one who started it!

I just told the truth! You were the one always talking!Isnt it better for him to hit you? Hey Set. Think about it. This is an important issue!

..They were both trying to persuade Set to kill each other first. Fortunately that didnt last long.

Ugh! H-Hyung-nim! No! This bastard, kill me instead!

Kuhwen and Basak were also floating in the air beside Tot.Set made a pitying expression after seeing the atmosphere and clicked his tongue.

Ha! Their subordinates are a lot better than their masters.

Ark and Hawk blushed.

Pathetic.I had to fight against trash like you. But now your tricks will end. And you both dont have to fight. All of you will die like squashed bugs.A volunteer has appeared so he will be killed but Jed will be first. That way I can see Kuhwen and Tot crying as well.

Despite Basaks efforts, it was decided that Ark would become the first fatality!

Basak, dont worry. It will be your turn next.

Set approached Ark and stretched his arm out.Sets sword that was driven into Tots chest returned to him. It was Psychokinesis. Set used that technique to pull his sword out of Tots chest.

Now it is time for your punishment. Vacuum Wave!

The sword plunged downwards.

H-Hyung-nim!

Basak screamed as Arks chest was split open.However Ark was feeling more despair than pain. This quest was 99% a failure. If he was hit by Set and died then all the experience and skills he gained during the three days and the Silver Star would be lost.

But there was no longer any way for Ark to stop it.He was incapacitated and couldnt move so all he could do was wait for death. Ark could only look desperately.

-Ark, do you hear my voice?

He suddenly heard a humming voice in his head.

T-Tot-nim?

-Yes, thats me.Im speaking to your spirit directly using force.Where did your spirit go?Youre just letting yourself be hit!

Tot snapped in an angry voice.

..He was using force to speak to others in a situation like this? It was slightly outrageous but Tots words werent.

Ah, no. Ive received a fatal wound and can no longer prevent the dark forces.If this continues then Kuhwen will be killed as well.Then no one will be able to stop Set.If Set controls Muratio Star then he will bring war to the universe.Right now you are the only person who can stop Set.

But I cant move.

No, it is possible if it is you.The power that I used to stop the dark forces isnt special.You know the strength of Force.You can use Psychokinesis and Break Kinesis.In other words, you have received two things.You will soon realize the power of that attribute.Now Ill align with your force and tell you how to concentrate your mind.This is the only chance.If this fails then you will surely die.

Eh? Eh? No, wait a minute! My heart isnt prepared..

Ark spoke with a puzzled expression.

Tot has connected to your spirit using the power of Force and fused Psychokinesis and Break Kinesis to create a new skill.

But Tots current state means he can only open the two types of power.The fusion of the two types of power will depend on your concentration.If you can blend the two powers together perfectly then the skill will be created.

There is only one chance!If successful, a new skill will be acquired but if you fail then the two powers will flow backwards and explode.

The keyword is Force.

The blue information window rose!

At the same time, a large disc appeared.And two small beads started to roll inside it. Ark figured out how to create the skill the moment he saw the beads.There was a black and white bead. They probably signified Psychokinesis and Break Kinesis. And the keyword meant that he needed to use Force to join the 2 balls.

In other words, it was some sort of mini-game.However it was a superficial game like the name.There was only one chance and failure would mean death. His experience, skills and the Silver Star would fly away. A game with his life at stake!

But this is too much!

Ark lost his fighting spirit as soon as he saw the beads.The beads were rolling too quickly on the disc.Furthermore, the thought of losing everything placed a considerable burden on him and he couldnt concentrate on the beads.

What are you doing Ark?The two powers have already clashed a few times.But why are you just watching from the sidelines?Hurry!There is no time!You will die if you dont succeed so just do it!

Die? If it fails then wont I explode? Yet he told me to just do it? Damn! What is this? Arent you a mentor?

Tot was just talking without knowing the other persons feelings.

Wuhahaha! How about it? Do you feel like youre gradually dying?

There was a crazy person in front of him still cutting away. He couldnt concentrate directly.

But like Tot said, Ark had no time.

If he failed to fuse the forces then he would be killed but it he didnt then he would be murdered by Set!Fortunately Set was going slowly but Arks health had already decreased to 30%. Set only needed 3~4 hits before he would hear the voice of the death god.

I need to concentrate! Just once! I have to bet everything at once!

Ark closed his eyes and breathed deeply.

Anyway, it wasnt useful to have many thoughts in this situation. There was only one chance. If he concentrated his mind then he could quickly beat the game. He waited until he couldnt even feel the pain from Sets strikes before opening his eyes.

Eh? Ehhhhhh?

Arks eyes were shocked.He wasnt concentrating so hard that he couldnt feel the pain from Sets attacks. Set wasnt attacking. Instead both hands were forming black spheres.

Youre tougher than I thought. It is troublesome so Im going to take care of you!

It seemed to be an attack that would send Ark to his death.However the beads had crashed a few times and moved around the outskirts of the disk.

W-wait a minute! My mind isnt prepared.wait a minute! It went well until now! So be a bit more patient! Havent I stirred your emotions? So enjoy yourself a bit more!

Shut up and go to hell! Electric Air Bomb..

Arks persistent persuasion didnt mean anything to Set.No, when Set was about to attack.

Aaaaaaack! Hyung-nim! No! Sacrifice!

Basak suddenly screamed and beat his body.At that moment, an amazing thing happened.Basaks body started to change to crystal.No, to be exact a crystal shield on Basak started to encroach on his body.And when Basaks body was completed covered.

C-crystal golem?

Kukung!

Basak who had been floating in the sky changed to a crystal golem and fell down. Set was confused by the unexpected situation and the black sphere hit Basak.However Basaks movement as a crystal golem was faster.

The crystal golem slammed both arms on the floor and sharp points exploded towards Set.Set hurriedly wielded his sword.

Syu syu syu syu syu! Pepeng!

Cough!

There was a ringing sound as Set protected his face.At the same time, the black sphere was shoved in the crystal golems shoulder. The shoulder area exploded but the golems body was made of crystal.He only wobbled for a bit but running over to Set and swinging his fist.

Set was unprepared for this.However, Set soon arranged his posture to strike back. At first he was surprised by the abrupt situation but the crystal golem started to push Set back.

In fact, Ark was also panicked like Set.He couldnt understand the situation in front of him. But this chance wouldnt come to Ark twice! Many questions floated in Arks mind but he desperately looked at the beads on the disc.

And the moment the beads encountered each other!Ark raised his head and exclaimed.

Force Explosion!

Pepepepeng! Pepepepeng! Pepepepeng!

Ark focused his spirit and spread it out as an intangible chain.

Force Explosion (Users, Active): The collision of Psychokinesis and Break Kinesis is an advanced force skill that will cause an explosion of pure energy. There is no physical damage in Force Explosion. However, the burst of pure energy will exclude all evil forces surrounding it. Force Explosion will debuff everything caused by the power of darkness. The effect will last for 3 minutes.

Force consumption: 200

I-Its a success!

Ark landed on the floor and shouted.The advanced skill Force Explosion was exercised at last.The golem that was fighting Set suddenly split apart and wound around Arks arm.

The message then surfaced.The Baius Shield was coiled around Arks arm. But in contrast to its previous form, the crystal was now wrapped from his shoulders to his wrist.

B-Baius Shield?But Basak? Where is Basak..?

-I have already died.

A distance voice was heard inside his head.

-This Baius Shield has been handed down through generations of the Casain tribe.But this isnt a crystal that has will. To be precise it is a crystal that can hold will.And the will contained in the Baius crystal belongs to the elders of the Casain.The Guardians born in the Casain tribe will die to serve and the shield will grow stronger depending on their willingness to serve.It is due to my ancestors will that I could help Hyung-nim.

That is the reason why my will could dwell inside here.

I can help Hyung-nim from in here.The price of this is that I will soon blend in with my ancestors and lose my own self.But even if I lose myself, my willpower will act with my ancestors in order to protect Hyung-nim.

Ark was lost for words.Basak had given his life for Ark. The crystallization on Arks arm was proof of his loyalty. When he considered this point, this was probably the precursor to the Elim gaining the Baius Shield!

Does that mean it is an already scheduled event?

Ark thought up to there.The shield unrolled and there was a strong explosion of light.

+ Health has been restored by 30%

+ Attack and defense has increased by 20%.

+ Attack Speed has increased by 25%.

+ 25% of all damage will be blocked by the shield and returned to the enemy.

The message floated due to the huge buff.In fact, Ark had expected a lot from a Divine Artefact and had been disappointed when he found the Baius Shield.

The shields performance wasnt that large and the golem wasnt a help either. The truly valuable part of the Baius Shield was that it could grow with experience.

But that message took away his worries.Health recovered by 30%!Attack and damage increased by 20% and attack speed by 25%.The shield also blocked 25% of all damage and returned it to the enemy!The shields skill showed the effect of 3~4 Espers buffs.

Of course, this was a skill triggered by an event.But it was likely that the Baius Shield would contain unique skills. If the level rose then he could acquire skills and these skills alone were worth investing experience in it. Anyway!

Kuoh! H-how are you doing that?

Ark had used Force Explosion to regain his footing.The aftermath of this meant that Set had stumbled for a moment. He then belatedly confirmed that Ark was free and stuttered.

Ark only had one thing to say at this point.

Justice is the way to win.

Shut up! Justice is based on the will of the God that I follow!

Set growled with anger and raised his lightsaber. A black swirl was produced by the lightsaber and flew towards Ark. No, just as it was about to fly. Gunfire was heard from the other side.

Tang! Tang! Tang!

Once Ark had released the dark aura, Rapid had immediately started firing. Set had to avoid the bullets.Across from Rapid, Hawk was staring at Ark with an unpleasant expression before shouting.

Dammit! It cant be helped. Awakening skill, Open Eye!

Kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa!

Hawk shouted while lifting his eye patch.A red eye appeared and a massive light exploded from it.A chain explosion then occurred in the air! The chain explosion swept passed like a tsunami until only soot marks were left.

What? That guy, he was hiding that skill?

Arks mouth dropped open at the immense skill.But now wasnt the time to be surprised. Basaks sacrifice had won a hard-earned opportunity! If he missed this opportunity, there was no guarantee they could beat Set.

Ugh! These lowly fellows..

Arks body shot forward like a bullet towards the blackened Set.Set swung his sword dozens of times in an intricate pattern. In the past, he couldnt go against Set in a 1 on 1 fight but the circumstances changed once the buff was applied.

Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!

Arks sword moved at a dazzling sped and blocked the black sword. He received an impact with the shield and Set stumbled.The buff effect returned 25% of the damage to the enemy. Ark approached the wobbly Set and laughed.

What did you say? Now its my turn?

W-wait a minute!

You didnt wait previously. This is the definition of ruthlessness!

Wiing! Wiing!Wiiing! Wiing!

Arks lightsaber started to wave in a complicated pattern.

The light moved dozens of times and became more complicated. Of course this was due to the increase in attack speed from the buff.But it was only possible to tell for someone who often played online games. It was 25% extra attack speed but it actually felt like 2 or 3 times the normal speed.

Ark strove to prevent Set from attacking.Sets health had already been decreased to 30%. Basak then turned into a crystal golem and attacked. Then combined with Rapid and Hawks offensives, his health reached 15%.

On the other hand, Ark had 30% health left but it recovered by 30% due to the Baius Shield buff. Currently he had 60%. The combat power was similar but there was 4 the difference when comparing health.

But fighting spirit was the crucial difference from before.It was a situation where Ark had been on the verge of death and was suddenly revived. On the other hand, Set had been on the verge of victory only to be cornered.It was impossible to stay calm in such a situation. Arks shower of attacks reduced Sets health to 3% and Set fell to the ground.

W-wait a minute! S-save me! I-I..

It is too late!Khafra Fencing 3rd style! Galaxy Sword!

Dozens of swords flew forward like a fan.

They surrounded Set and there were sparks as the swords kept on striking. Then there was a crack on the armour of Sets leg before gradually climbing upwards like a breaking pillar.

Tong-!

Once the crack reached the head, there was a ringing sound and the helmet flew off.Black shadows then sprang out from the helmet and surrounded Sets head.

-Kuaaaak!

Set held his face and screamed through the shadows!Red eyes stared at Ark from among the shadows. Ark quickly lifted his shield as an unidentified presence appeared.

He was nervous at the possibility of the battle continuing.However the shadow with red eyes just yelled with fury before disappearing.

You!Jed!Elim!I will never forget this grudge!

..What was that? That guy?

He waited longer but nothing further happened.

And the ringing sound of continuous messages!He disposed of Set and this was converted into experience. But there was no time to relax yet.Set was killed but Ark and Hawks team were still engaged with Sets subordinates. Ark jumped up and shouted.

Stop! Set is dead! Everybody surrender!

Dammit!Leader Set.

The rebellion was a failure?

No! We just need to kill them!

Were going to die anyway! Lets get revenge for Set!

The rebels became enraged and fired their plasma bullets.Ark used Sword Defense to deflect the plasma bullets trajectory and moved towards Kuhwen.

Damn! Your Majesty, Tri-Force!

Stop Prince Kuhwen!

The surviving enemy rushed to the pyramid.

Then an enemy collapsed to the ground due to Arks sword. Another body fell down on the other side while three bullets penetrated a different enemy. They were Ark, Hawk and Rapid who killed Set.

Come as much as you want. I will kill everyone. Awakening skill, Open Eye!

Flash! Kwa kwa kwa kwa kwa!

A red light flew from Hawk.The chain explosion occurred in a radial blast! The enemies caught in the explosion had their health decreased and some even instantly disappeared.

Continuous Fire! Quick Fire! Chain Fire!

Tang! Tang! Tang! Tang!

Rapid spun his pistol and bullets penetrated the enemy. And dozens of swords extended towards the enemy line!

Khafra Fencing 3rd style! Galaxy Sword!

Dozens of enemies collapsed under the combined attacks of Ark, Rapid and Hawk.Even the team members were helping. Their morale was already at the bottom so quite a few enemy troops couldnt resist and collapsed. However these rebels were desperate. No, the uprising had failed so their deaths were confirmed anyway.

Kwa kwa kwa kwang! Kwa kwa kwa kwang!

There was also the bombardment of the airship from above.It really was a plan of desperation. Everyone was going to die so they gave everything they had.But Arks team had a user who could oppose the bombardment. The controller Park!

Car! Kum! Transformed into the final form!

The dinosaur form opened up parts of its leg and other areas at Parks command. Then the knight form got on it and transformed into a long spear. The two autobots had transformed into a type of turret!

If an airship is the opponent then it is my specialty!

Kwa kwa kwa kwang! Kwa kwa kwa kwang!

Park got on the turret and a spear of energy shot out from it.

Indeed a tank expert!

Kaya and Sadain were good in hand to hand combat but Park showed his mighty power against tanks. Fortunately there was Ark, Hawk and Rapid. Along with the team members, they managed to interrupt Sets troops while Kuhwen called the Shire to open the entrance of the pyramid.

Ku ku ku ku! Ku ku ku ku! Ku ku ku ku!

Many people were feeling anxious.Suddenly the earth shook and a huge red pattern formed on the pyramid.The pattern formed an x! At first he had no idea what this meant. But he knew once the pattern changed. It became a blue pattern.

Perhaps that is.?

Ark looked up with hopeful eyes.A huge space gate had formed above the pyramid. Sparks flew around the gate before a huge spaceship passed through.

The airship that was exchanging hits with Park turned towards the spaceship and fired. But when looking at the scale of the spaceship, it was like sticking a needle in an elephant. The offensive of the spaceship..

Flash!

A blue light flew from the spaceship and the airship dissolved without a trace.Meanwhile dozens more gates had formed over the spaceship. And hundreds of spaceships similar to the one that destroyed the airship filled the sky.

Thats right. What explanation was needed? The pyramid was the boundary between space and Muratio Star.So x meant no entry while meant it was okay to enter.

The atmosphere became lighter with one pattern.

Anyway, the ward Abraxas protecting Muratio Star was turned off. The space fleet spread throughout the galaxy could now enter Muratio Star to suppress the rebels.

Waaaaahhhhh! Murat space fleet! We did it!

Thats it. Now..

The militia cheered.Tot who was leaning against the pyramid wall gasped and slowly closed his eyes.

-

At that time.

Kuoh.

An ancient temple somewhere in the galaxy.A black form occupying the centre groaned and grabbed his face. The robed men in the vicinity flocked with confused expressions.

Whats wrong?

It is nothing.

The black form answered in a thin, tremulous voice.

I was just reminded of nasty wounds that occurred a long time ago.

A red mark was engraved on the forehead of the black form. However, a black hand rubbed it and the red mark immediately disappeared.

This bruise from the past isnt anything special.

The black form frowned before continuing to speak.

-I dont know why but Im in an unpleasant mood.I need to hurry.Tell Fenrir to put things in order and return.