"December 29, 2022, Ehrengart Level 4"
Don't be too nervous!
Don't treat me like a newbie!
Kirin you repair the weapon?
Of course, I fixed it last night.
What about you, Asuna?
I shouldn't have asked.
Yes, this is my cherished sword
It's time, let's go!
For new joiners, let me introduce myself
I am Rinder of the Dragon Rider Brigade
I will be the captain of this round of raids
Please give us more guidance!
"Guild" "Dragon Knight Brigade (DKB)"
I'm the Tooth King from the Ayn Grunt Liberation Team.
I will be the vice captain of this round
Let's work together!
"Guild" "Ayn Grunt Liberation Squad (ALS)"
About the BOSS attack mode
and the role of each team
It's all the same as we've explained before
The reason we got here
All thanks to you best players
If you appoint me as your captain
We will be able to defeat the BOSS of this layer!
You said you were the captain.
But that's only because your guild is one step ahead of us
Found the BOSS room
We've come to an agreement, haven't we?
You're not trying to express your displeasure now, are you?
No, it's not.
Listen up! Let's attack the fifth floor!
"Horse Head Fish Tail Monster"
It's bloodied!
We continue to work hard!
The life value has changed!
Team D, get ready for a tough fight!
Team A, prepare to advance!
What did you say?
We can still fight!
The captain is still me!
Let's keep rotating!
Hearing you say that
Obviously because you want to take it yourself
Let's strike one last blow!
What are you talking about?
It's coming!
Asuna!
Kiryu!
Argo!
Here it comes!
Asuna, let's put it out!
Yes!
Great!
Can you get up, King Tooth?
You get your players up first!
"Sword and Sworcery theatrical version of the attack chapter"
"A witty tune for a gloomy twilight"
"December 29, 2022."
"Ayn Grunt Level 5: Kalluin"
To celebrate we made it to the fifth level
Let's toast!
Cheers!
Cheers
Have another one!
Argo, thank you for helping us fight the boss
That the room will be flooded thing
Already written in our guide
I naturally need to provide some after-sales service
Actually, I thought you wouldn't help us
Of course I will help, but I will give you a separate bill.
Please don't make it too difficult for me
But you can get through four levels in a week
That was surprisingly fast.
It took us a month to get through the first level
At this rate, you can pass the sixth level in a year
I don't think so, there are two days left before the New Year
That's definitely not possible.
Jasna?
No matter what I think, it's all happening at the same time
What is it?
Last hit bonus!
At the last moment, our sword skills
It hit the monster at the same time, right?
Yes
So why are you the one who gets the reward?
Then...
Maybe I hit the monster earlier than you did?
No, we hit it at the same time!
-But according to the system, I'm faster. - Wait a long time.
Here comes the drink
Argo, explain to her for me.
Even the dog will not grab the food it does not like to eat
-What? -A dog?
More importantly, Asuna, give me the roast chicken.
Good
But we are really fast
-What soon? -Our attack!
From the second to the fourth floor
Our attack speed has been increasing
Since the tooth king of ALS
And DKB's Rinde is a rival
They are always competing with each other
Although this alliance looks strong at the moment
It also has many problems
Yesterday's combat was also
There is some miscommunication
When they meet, they fight.
The current strike team used to be the raid team of Tia Bello, right?
After Tia Bello sacrificed in the first layer against the boss
Rinder then pulled them
Forming DKB together, right?
But the Tooth King opposed Rinde's leadership model
And the formation of ALS
Both guilds consider them to be the main attacking team
DKB concentrates the best players on the attack
And ALS sees the need to diversify resources
They all want to be the successor of Tia Bello
But their opinions are diametrically opposed
Even so, this year's countdown party
It's a joint effort between the two guilds, right?
In that case, they should be able to get along well
I guess they don't want to carry bad relationships into next year, either?
What are you talking about?
Kiryu, you're not...
Didn't you get an invitation?
What kind of invitation?
You just said
There are two days left before New Year's Eve
What is the date in two days?
It's December 31, isn't it?
What's going on?
New Year's Eve
The two guilds will be holding a countdown party together
I have never heard of it at all
By the way, Asuna, where did you hear that?
DKB's Silvada
I also get a lot of instant messages from other people
You don't have to be angry about that, do you?
I'm not sulking!
The party has nothing to do with solo players anyway!
So you plan to work alone ah
What's going on?
Nothing
I think it's time for me to go.
So fast? Dessert...
I need to collect
Information about the town's missions and sales items
Goodbye, Asuna, Kiryu!
By the way
About the things you asked for
Looks like it will take a while
I will contact you if there is any news
Yes, thank you!
Your dessert, blueberry tart
Is two servings enough for you?
Yes, thank you
Looks delicious!
This tower has a gaining effect, and is also a special menu here
The gain is the secondary effect, right?
This looks like a regular blueberry tart
What effect does it have?
You'll know when you've eaten
Very tasty
What is this icon?
Try viewing the floor
There is something there...
What is it?
Did someone drop it?
No, it's a relic.
The fifth level is also known as the relic area
There are many relics like this one
A day or two later
When the bottom player rises up
There will be a city-wide relic hunting festival
I found more!
You don't want to be obsessed with finding relics
The location of the item is usually shown on the map
Or highlight on the screen
But in SAO, items fall everywhere
Really, but I can see the highlighted items
Is this gain?
Yes, dropped kor or gems
It will be specially highlighted...
Gems?
Yes
How long will this gain last?
I am also looking for relics
I see.
You're right about not indulging in searching
Of course, in the closed beta
There are also players who end up becoming experts in relics
They are also respected as scavengers
I'm wondering if this is their official title?
We are allowed to pick up all the relics, right?
That's very thoughtful of you.
What?
I'm not...
Don't worry about such things
We pick up only the ones that drop all over the city
A small part of the relics
And the treasure hunt for relics in this town
It's like an extra treasure hunt
What does that mean?
It's a giant maze underneath.
They expanded the dungeon
And that's where the real treasure hunt is
To be honest, there are not many relics found in the city
What?
You should have stated that earlier!
"Anti-Crime Directive"
Even inside the circle, I can feel the power of your attack
Until the end of the gain effect
Let's continue the treasure hunt
That's the staircase that leads to the maze I just mentioned
Are there more relics underneath?
Yes, not only Kerr
There are also necklaces and rings with magic effects
Rings? A necklace?
Yes, ghosts appear frequently
But the second level of the basement is like a relic buffet
Relic Buffet?
What is this ghost you speak of?
It's a monster
Similar to worms and Orcs
Ghosts are monsters without bodies
Just like the soul
What are those words?
It's Russian for "no."
Why did you say "no"?
I mean...
No spoilers!
And yes, knowing a new place in advance
Will make the game half as fun
Then Asuna, lead the way to the underground labyrinth
Of course, I'll lead the way.
Are you ready?
I am always ready to
Then let's go.
The road is blocked by falling rocks
Asuna
So beautiful
Don't get too excited and fall down!
I will not fall down
There may be traps along the wall
So be careful.
And this is outside the circle
So the monster will appear
Okay, I get it.
Beware of the bleak dead will suddenly appear oh
It's a ghost like in Scottish folklore, right?
Your knowledge is quite extensive
Yes, it is the ghost-like monster I mentioned before
A ghost?
Light...
Thanks, Kiryu...
Asuna, look out!
No...
Please stop...
Asuna!
"Poignant Necromancy"
No!
Asuna!
"Cunning Mouse Man"
No way! Wait!
I won't let you get away with it!
Just one step away
It hurts.
Send a message
"Mail"
"Error" "Recipient may be in"
"Out of range or not online"
Yes
Kirin
I will show what I can do!
"Asuna" "items, equipment, skills"
"Ripple Earrings" "Boots of Tenderness"
"Fine Steel Sword"
Sorry, I've been keeping you in my bag
Please help me
I should be able to draw it out with this
Here it comes!
"Cunning Mouse Man"
"Achievements"
Nothing
No
No...
And no
"Item"
Scrap paper ball?
What is it?
29th 10pm, Basement Level 3
The numbers in parentheses are...
Coordinates?
Was the meeting held in a dungeon?
"Map (in situ)"
Very close
Did they throw it away by writing it wrong?
And this is the route with the monster?
If there really is a conference
And I became an eavesdropper
Hey! You're early today.
Long wait!
I didn't have to wait long.
But it's so hard to come here
Another annoying thing is handwritten meeting invitations
I rarely write with a pen
We should only send messages
No, you can.
Sending information will leave a record of
Okay, let's get right to the point
How's that going?
It went very well.
ALS mainstay will miss countdown party
We'll take the maze in one fell swoop
Absent from the event, take the maze?
This sounds great.
They...
If the Tooth King and Rinder do not fight
It's just boring.
Don't make it sound so simple
To induce them to have a guild meeting
It's not that easy.
Of course I know.
That's why we took from our leaders
Learned some cool conversation skills, didn't you?
After stirring up trouble
I would love to see them kill each other
Killing each other?
But our leaders' thoughts are really hard to guess
I wonder why we have to go in such a roundabout way
We are still just sowing the seeds
If we are too reckless, our fun party will end in a flash
I know
You're enjoying the process, aren't you?
Did you hear anything?
There are
If people hear our little secret
It's not good.
Come on, show up!
What's that?
Don't run around!
Block the exit there, okay?
Really
That was also the sound of the monster's footsteps, right?
What an annoying predator.
Will this monster also appear in the closed beta?
But occasionally, items dropped by other players will be brushed
That's a great bonus.
Speak of the devil, and Cao Cao arrives
No way!
Isn't this a super rare fine sword?
So heavy! Properties...
Really? Such a high attack value!
Almost comparable to two-handed weapons!
Is it?
What is your reaction to this?
If you're not interested, leave it to me!
Don't you use a knife?
Can you swing it?
With this sword, I can become a top swordsman
The name of this sword is
Kish Fine Sword!
So cool!
Please look carefully
That's a knight's sword.
Since when have you been standing there?
I just arrived
I was drawn to your voice
Oh my God, I thought the people in the hallway
Will not hear us at this volume
But after getting this dropped rare weapon
Overexcited for a moment
The rare weapons you mentioned
It's the knight's sword, isn't it?
Did I say something wrong?
I didn't expect you to remember it after hearing it once
So what if it is?
The thin sword is my partner's equipment
Just because
It's your friend's weapon, so we have to return it?
No, I don't mean to blame you, but...
You shouldn't have to get that sword to
How about PK my partner, Molt?
It's amazing how things have come to this point
You implied that I used again at the bottom
You've done your tricks, haven't you, Kiryu?
Where did you get this from?
I didn't expect to be surprised by your screams?
How long have you been there?
Are you going to keep quiet?
Scare me from behind, which shortened my life span by three seconds
You should at least answer my question
You know how easily I get irritated
And we don't have time for small talk
They probably heard everything, so we have to kill them.
Rash actions can put you at a disadvantage
And you saw the properties of that sword, right?
Don't underestimate me.
There is no way I could lose to an amateur player!
And my ultra-rare fine sword...
How can I give way to these villains?
What an abomination!
Surprisingly, they use sound to attract monsters to attack us
You scumbags!
That's funny coming from you.
Anyway, let's get out of here.
That's all there is to it.
You did a great job.
I'm glad you're okay.
I'm scared, I'm really scared
The ghost appeared, and I fell into the trap
I got lost, and lost my fine sword.
I thought I was done.
I thought it would all end up in this hole in the ground
I'm really scared.
Well, you'll be fine.
If you get lost again
I will definitely come to you and save you
Because you're my partner, Asuna.
"December 30, 2022."
"Ayn Grunt Level 5: Shiyaya Village"
Thank you, Asuna
Invite me to such a great bathhouse!
You're welcome
I've always wanted to thank you, Argo.
It's okay, it's really no big deal
That said, the
I heard you were in danger yesterday.
Yes
I'm glad you're okay, Asuna.
I will investigate them
I'll let you know if I find anything.
Argo?
What's going on?
Don't you think it's too dangerous to investigate them alone?
Your information is not only valuable to us
For the entire clearance team
And intermediate players
All very helpful
If something happens to you
The entire clearance process will be affected
So...
I was simply worried about you
As a friend
I think you are pushing yourself too hard
Thank you, Asuna.
I'm glad you're worried about me.
But at the risk of life and limb
It's my mission to continue gathering information.
Is this coming from the position of an intelligence peddler?
No, it is the former closed beta player
But that does not mean you have to carry all the responsibility alone
Just like Kiryu, he is also with the clearance team
The raid team together on the boss battlefield
You are because I am in a non-combat guild
That's why you're so worried about me, right?
Sort of.
You're the kind of person who sees what you see, right?
Asuna, do you want to try it?
What to try?
Of course it's a showdown!
It's a bit forced to say duel, let's say it's a sparring match
A sparring session?
Fake showdown
Now?
Of course!
At least put on a swimsuit
I don't have a swimsuit
Then I will forge one for you now!
What are the rules?
How about whoever can hit it wins?
It's a hit, right?
Yes
Good
Okay, attack when you're ready.
I'm coming
She's so fast!
As I expected, Asuna!
I thought I could hit it with one blow
But that's just a brush with
Let's continue then.
Here's my chance!
What fun!
We passed each other once
Can be considered a tie!
Of course you can
You were just walking on water
Is that a skill?
No
This is the kind of information I would normally charge for
But forget it.
That is not a skill but the result of my training
Didn't you try it in the pool when you were a kid?
If you can sink your right foot before
Step out with your left foot
The theory that you can walk on water
I think I have tried...
I think it can be done in this world
After that, I practiced every day by the river or in the bathhouse.
Now I can walk four steps on the water
That's an out-of-system skill
I think it's also thanks to the speed you just demonstrated
Allows you to do reconnaissance work alone
You're planning to show me in a duel, right?
You'll make me super conceited if you say that
But it does.
It will help me escape in time
Naturally I still need to watch what's under my feet
To thank you for bringing me to such a fancy bathhouse
I'll send you another piece of information
Good
You just said
I don't have to do dangerous reconnaissance work alone
Just like the former closed beta player Kiryu
You're also fighting with the clearance team, aren't you?
But I don't think Kiri because he doesn't want to take risks
Only then did they participate in team play
So what else is the reason?
It's obvious.
That's because he has you, Asuna.
Kirin, I'm ready for a bath
What about Argo?
She decided to go back
Let me say hello to you
This way
You seem to have taken a long time
What did you talk about?
Women's topics are not supposed to be brought up for discussion!
Wait, you mean you and Argo.
Talked about the so-called woman topic?
Don't ask if you know!
By the way, what kind of tone is that?
I'm sorry, I'm just surprised
We didn't talk about women.
Why?
Everyone worked hard to get here
Finally I can see this beautiful view
But they also want to get between the two groups
It is also the two major guilds that started the trouble between
Even if that would hinder the passage of SAO
Also, that Molt
And ALS and DKB have to kill each other
What would that make of the world?
PK Group has bad people like that
PK?
Player Killer
They are the murderers of this world.
Asuna, you must always remember this
In the floating city of Ayn Ghent
There will always be a group of people who ignore the game system
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere PK Group
How can...
Why would they do that?
Players who were killed in this world
Will also die in the real world
Yes, that's why they want to PK here
They want to kill the others.
I'll tell you more next time
We must focus on stopping ALS from raiding the boss level alone
How's that thing I asked you about earlier?
There should be no problem
But why do you
To find the two guild leaders of the countdown party?
If we only ask ALS
They may play innocent.
But I don't think that committee would know about that plan
You're right.
That's why I had to find a chance to meet with them
That's the party everyone is looking forward to
Don't do anything rash, all right?
Party?
I think it's okay to have expectations for the party
Now that we are all familiar with the strategy
They can certainly keep their spirits up
That was when we were on the first level
The unimaginable
Once there is a disagreement, PK Group
and this game will take advantage of the situation
"Countdown Party 2023"
-And this? -There.
"Temporarily closed for a private party"
Sorry to call you out of the blue, Silvada
I don't mind
And...
"Equipment: Helmet"
I am a member of the ALS committee, Leighting.
Thanks for coming!
No problem!
And...
Why is my chief here too?
Yeah, why are you here?
That's what I wanted to ask
He asked me to come.
I wasn't sure if you would come.
So what do you want to say?
I'm very busy, you know
If you have something to say, just say it!
Frankly speaking
You ALS plan to miss tomorrow's countdown event
Pass the boss layer alone
Am I right?
Are you serious?
Where did you get this false information?
I cannot reveal my sources
But I can guarantee that this is not a leak from the inside
Nor is it information obtained from intelligence traffickers
What a bummer!
Nonsense, I have to go.
Captain!
About the program
I also just heard from the captain this morning
What are you talking about?
He said it was a high-level meeting
A sudden decision
But I don't want to leave behind
We work together as a prepared team!
And this is the first time that ALS and DKB collaborate on an event
Leeting
Silvada, I'm sorry I kept this from you.
Please tell us
Why did you decide to miss the party for that plan?
Since I always do things my way
I am not qualified to blame you
But I think you've gone too far with your plan this time
The conflict between ALS and DKB will never be resolved
We really don't want two major guilds
Continue to hate each other
Well, I'll tell you what
One of our team members heard very valuable information
Intelligence?
They said the fifth layer boss will drop rare items
Closed beta players like you are aware of this, right?
The fifth layer of the boss?
I think it's a gun-like weapon
No, wait.
So that's it!
You're right, that weapon is strong.
What is it then?
It's the guild flag
Guild banner ah
What is it capable of?
In terms of weapons, its attack value is no better than that of a lance
But once the equipment player sticks it in the ground
Surrounding guild members
Then you will get the gain of improving all status
What?
Can that equipment player still move around?
What about the gain time limit?
Are there any restrictions on guild members?
Cannot move during gain
As long as the flag is on the ground, the gain will continue
No restrictions on guild members
Is this true?
This will affect the morale of the players
If ALS gets that flag
Their morale will be boosted
DKB's will then slip
In this way, DKB will...
Possible loss of leadership
They will fall apart.
Is this what you want to do to defeat the boss alone?
Make sure ALS gets that flag?
Can you tell us the reason why co-management is not possible?
There must be
The reason you can't let DKB get the guild flag, right?
You should talk to Rinde and share fairly.
A similar comment was made by a member
That can't be co-managed
That banner can only be tied to one guild
You can't unbind after binding
It can only belong to one of the ALS or DKB guilds
How can...
After hearing about it
We won't keep quiet either
What are you going to do?
I will naturally report to Rinde
Then stop your plan
That would provoke a war between the two guilds
Even then...
Wait, Silvada!
Leeting
Mission Director
Those who stick to this plan
It's all a small group of disturbed members of the team, right?
To stop the guild from falling apart
You have to approve this plan
I'm sure you don't want to go through with this plan
Did I say something wrong?
Is there really no other way?
Leeting
Let's fight the BOSS ourselves
If it's a flag we got
We'll be able to stop the dispute between the two guilds
This sounds like the only way
Silvada, I...
I understand, Lydia, and thank you for your honesty.
I will also join
Me too!
Are you sure?
Joining us would mean betraying your guild
We need two guilds to pass together
I can't let their relationship get any worse.
Even if I need to betray the guild
I can't betray waiting at the bottom to be released either
Ten million players
Thank you
Have you finished?
I'll leave if I'm done talking
I'm very busy
Tomorrow I will talk to selected members
Attack the boss together at 6 p.m.
If we are late
It's not good if someone is the first to take advantage of it
Since you are not selected members
Please feel free to
My team will leave tomorrow at 6 p.m., got it?
Don't get in our way
Group leader...
Thank you, Tooth King
He didn't pay for the meal.
The Tooth King and his team will leave at 6 p.m.
We should be able to make it in time if we hurry up and prepare.
But just the four of us
It will be very difficult to defeat the boss
We need support
Support...
I don't think I can call on my guild members
Me too
Those willing to join may have
Four members of Ekir's team and Argo
Even so, only nine people
I'm not sure but we have no choice.
"Title: About a murderer" - wait!
I happen to know one more person who can join
"Bighorn Billie Sheep"
Long time no see
Asuna
How did you get here?
The intelligence peddler told me you were here.
She said you were collecting materials in the forest.
Looks like you have a very capable intelligence peddler.
We played the first layer of the boss after not seeing each other again
After that...
You were never on the front lines.
Is that because you're collecting materials?
I collect materials
It's because I want to open a store to sell the items I make
I am in the process of preparing
A store?
I want to open a weapons store
The bottom layer rarely drops rare equipment
But I can enhance with materials
This way
So if you also sell
Fashionable clothes and accessories, I will be very happy
I will become your loyal customer!
Asuna
As a member of the clearance team
I guess you didn't just come to see me, did you?
Yes, I actually have a request
Tomorrow I will be with some friends
Intended to challenge the fifth layer of BOSS
For some reason
We need to get ahead of the two-pass guild
Defeat the boss
And because of that, we need the help of strong and powerful players
For a complete rundown
Please help us!
This is important
Yes, it affects the clearance team
This game of death
and the future of SAO
Asuna, I won't go.
Why?
I need to prioritize myself over the partner I'm sworn to protect.
I am that kind of player
I might abandon my friends again and run away
Miette
Sorry
I don't want to betray anyone anymore
Asuna, I'm glad to see you again.
But I can't help you.
See you soon
Mitt, fight me!
I'm no longer an amateur player who needs your protection
So...
If I win this matchup
You'll fight the boss with me!
"Showdown Application"
"Are you going to accept the duel application?"
"Opponent: Asuna" "One-on-one mode"
You'll go back after the showdown, right?
"Full win-loss mode, first hit win-loss mode, half-minus win-loss mode"
"First strike win-lose mode"
"Duel" "Asuna vs. Miette"
What's up, Milt?
Aren't you going to attack me?
Asuna, you're too focused on defense.
You need more offense
Rabbit Saw, isn't this a game available in the game center?
Yes, they have also released a handheld version
I've always regretted it.
I want to see Asuna here too.
If I hadn't said that in the first place
Asuna would not be trapped in this cruel world
Even so, I...
"Winner: Mitt"
Can I play with you?
You are really strong
Asuna you have also become stronger
I really tried my best.
So I also responded seriously
Since I lost, I don't think you will join us
But Mitt...
See you then!
Asuna
This gives you
Compensate you for this damaged necklace
Did you forge this?
My forging skills are still very low
So the design is simple
No, it's really beautiful.
It protects against paralysis and injury
That's it!
I won't be fighting on the front lines anymore
Thank you for today.
I'm glad to see you.
Who is where?
Sorry, I wasn't going to hide.
Asuna has not returned, so I came out to look for her
I came here at the beginning of the showdown
So I had to hide
Are you...
I forgot to introduce myself
I am Kiryu, Asuna's partner
I know, you're all famous.
Are you hiding because you're worried about her?
Aren't you being too protective of her?
I can't argue with that.
Are you going to invite me to join your program?
No
What should I say...
I think you should also notice
If Asuna continues to grow
She will become stronger
Beyond those who pass the team
So what?
In the end, she will join a guild
Then lead the attack of this game of death
But until then
She needs the support of the people around her
For example, you and me
The thin sword she is using now
Looks like the wind flower sword you used
As a rule, the properties of wind flowers
Can't take you through more than three levels
But Asuna refused to discard
When I suggested that she upgrade her wind flower sword with metal
After forging a new weapon
Now the fine sword is born
You don't have to waste your breath telling me this
This shows how much she treasures that sword
To Asuna, you're a friend who can't be replaced.
-Bye. - I...
Hate you
"December 31, 2022."
"Entrance to the fifth level of the labyrinth area of Ayn Grunt."
"Lieting, Silvada."
"Wolfgang, Robaca, Naija."
"Ekir, Argo."
What's going on?
Nothing
It's a boss battle with only nine of us
We have a chance to win
But I don't want anyone to get hurt.
To stop the pass team dispute
and facilitated the countdown party for Silvada and Lieting
Let's do our best!
Okay, let's do it!
"Ayn Grunt Level 5: Labyrinth Area"
"BOSS room entrance"
From here, I wondered if there would be another passage
Or maybe it will go directly to the boss's room
Is this different from the closed beta?
Yes, there was a door before
After the opening can lead to the boss room
What did the boss look like at that time?
It is an ancient relic of a stone giant
Even if the guard layer BOSS is similar to the closed test
They must have made changes to it
By the way, do you know anything about the bosses on this level?
You must have forgotten that I used to be an intelligence peddler?
Sorry
"Currency"
I would love to say thank you for your patronage
But I will provide free information this time
Overall
The BOSS looks the same as the closed test, are stone giants
But it has a coat of arms on its forehead
And that is also its weakness
Looks like magic
It is the milestone BOSS of the fifth floor
So it's powerful
We can only see what we can do
Yes
Then we assume that is the boss room
I'll go check first
I'll check, leave it to me
This staircase will rise from the ground
and blocking the entrance, trapping us in it
If that's the case, I can get out before the exit is completely closed.
I'll go with you.
I will not back down
Then there's nothing I can do about it.
Please look after our rear
Kirin
Be careful.
It's okay, we'll be back soon.
This is the boss room, right?
No stairs to the sixth floor either
There is no sign of the generation of BOSS
-Hey! -We might need to move around.
To attract it to appear
Argo!
Don't come over!
-I'm scared to death! -That's what I'm supposed to say!
Let's get out of here.
Kiryu, look below!
Under your feet!
What, are there two of them?
It's normal to have two arms!
Hey, Kiryu!
Since there are two arms there will be two legs!
Here it comes!
Don't move!
Look at the ground
Our feet almost stepped on the blue line?
So if we step on the line
The target circle will then appear
It will start the giant hand and foot attack
I think so.
If we can move around without stepping on the line...
Are you guys okay?
Hasn't the BOSS appeared yet?
Get out of the way!
Asuna
"Void Colossus Fuschus"
BOSS and name is different from the closed beta
The hands and feet just now
It's the BOSS attack technique
Once you step on the blue line on the ground
The target circle will appear!
I will step on the line on purpose!
Prepare to attack with a sword technique!
Yes!
Got it!
Here it comes!
The crest on its forehead is its weak point!
Aim at every opportunity!
Go!
Three blood!
Watch the walls, everyone!
It's a model we haven't seen before
Can we still continue to attack the boss?
I have a bad feeling
Everyone back to the stairs!
Received!
Come over here, everyone!
Kiryu!
Is that head missing?
Silva da!
That staircase...
It becomes its mouth!
Ekir!
Start attacking the crest on its forehead!
I can't do it, the coat of arms is gone!
Wait!
I see, this room itself is the boss!
The coat of arms must have moved to a corner of the room
We need to find it
To save Asuna!
Damn!
Where did the coat of arms go?
No matter how many components of the stone giant are in this room
This...
It's not good, so Asuna will...
Damn!
Asuna!
What's that?
Was there anyone else there?
Mitt?
Hurry up!
While we still have the chance!
Everyone step on the line
Let the hands and feet appear!
That way the coat of arms will appear on them!
-Copy that! -Try it!
Got it!
Miette
I still can't forgive myself
But I won't let you die, Asuna!
No, I can't find the coat of arms!
Let's try again!
I found it!
It's running away!
Hope I can hit
Keep your head down, Kiryu!
Take it!
Asuna!
You're not hurt, are you?
I'm fine
That's great.
You can still fight, right?
Of course!
It's time to beat the boss
How is it different from the closed beta?
At the time of sealing, its weak point was fixed on the forehead
But now it keeps changing
and move to all parts of the body
There!
Impossible!
It's too far!
Lockdown attack?
We might be able to do it
Everyone, stand on the line when you receive instructions
I will attack as soon as I find the crest!
Then it's all yours!
Here!
What is it?
Get back!
It's so big!
But we can go on the offensive as originally planned
Work together to consume its last blood!
Now! Straight up!
Switch!
Kiryu, the crest doesn't look like it's going to move anymore!
Received!
Asuna!
The coat of arms on its forehead!
Received!
Miette!
Asuna, Kiryu!
Take a painful final shot!
Received!
I will give it my all this time!
Use this trick
-Finish the job! -Finish it!
"Congratulations!"
We did it
"Congratulations!" -Great!
-Great! -We really did it!
Wait!
Thank you, Kiryu
You too
Please tell us who got the guild flag
Did you hear that?
Kirin
Not in my bag
You're talking about this flag, right?
This is it!
Can I have it?
Of course, I don't need this flag.
Miette
Asuna
Thank you for coming.
We should work together again
This sounds great.
But I also want to find it
Ways to live in the world
Miette
That's one of the real charms of this world, isn't it?
Yes, if that's you.
You'll find it.
I will try and do my best
Come see me next time
I will definitely come for you
Then I'm counting on you.
See you soon
Bye, Milt.
"Equipment, Weapon: Flag of Valor"
It's time for ALS to emerge
Are you sure you don't want to go to the sixth level with the others?
Anyway, there is no hurry in this moment
I will go with you.
Thank you
You really defeated the boss
I agree with your strength
Black lacquer, BOSS drop items you how to deal with?
Yeah, it should drop the guild flag
That's true.
This is the flag.
It is called the flag of martial valor
I guess you all know how much it gains
Sure enough, the Earth's cheat sealer
You can even get this
You're not even in any guild, so what are you going to do with the flag?
It's not that I don't want to entrust it to you
But I have two conditions
Conditions?
What does it tell us about the conditions?
I say two conditions
But you only need to meet one
If the same drop item is available again
One side belongs to ALS and the other side has to be DKB's
When the time comes, you need to put the flag
Free to other guilds
And the other condition?
ALS and DKB merged into a new guild
I will send this flag immediately
There's no way we would do that!
Merging with those elites is no joke!
You show them the merger too!
They must think you're crazy.
-And the flag doesn't drop often! -No need to wait that long!
Kirin
Sorry, I didn't mean to change my conditions
Damn!
I got it!
He never wanted to give it to us in the first place
He made the impossible offer
This way he can keep the banner to create his own guild
-No! -Is that true?
-We... -Why are you hogging the item?
-I agree! -We don't need to listen to them!
Tooth King, there are only two of them
There are many ways we can take possession of the flag for ourselves!
Are you going to use force, Joe?
Then of course!
There are more of us than them.
You idiot!
No matter how important that item is
If we use a strong one like Joe said
This is no different from criminals
Just think of the reasons why ALS exists
I'm sorry you heard us arguing.
The conditions you just made
I assume you made the same offer to DKB?
Then of course!
Then you keep that flag first
There is no way we will merge
I'm out of here.
The door to the sixth floor is open
If you're going back to Kalluin, it's faster that way.
Is it?
Thanks a lot, Kiryu
In the end, the black paint steals all the points
He doesn't have a guild but still hogs the rare item
-It's not fair. - We're working hard too.
He keeps all the good ones for himself
He should walk alone
Thank you, Asuna.
After a short break, we...
Jasna?
Why...
Why can't they understand you, Kiryu
For the pass team
For all those who are trapped in this world
We all risked our lives in the fight
You're just trying to keep them from getting into a fight.
But they...
They only stay with people of their own kind
Do what they like
Make trouble for others when you have nothing to do
For those people, Kiryu you...
You fight until you are exhausted
But they still see you as the bad guy!
They were all wrong...
Must be wrong
Asuna, this is the path I chose
I decided not to join any group by myself
I am not looking for recognition
or other people's appreciation and struggle
As long as I can protect myself and the people around me
I don't care about the rest
All this just to make sure I can survive in this world
So I am not qualified
Recognized
Or be appreciated
You don't have to feel sad and cry for me
It's my decision who I want to shed tears for
Then let me give you the appreciation
If there is something I can do for you
Just tell me.
This is enough
So is there anything I can do for you?
You sit down!
Thank you
-Five! -Five...
-Four! -Four...
-Three! -three...
-Two! -Two...
-One! -One...
-Zero! -Zero...
Happy New Year!
Kirin, Happy New Year!
Happy New Year!
I didn't expect fireworks
I was wondering where to buy
I heard that I can be in the starting town
Hidden in some corner of the weapons store to buy
They said Li Tian found the store.
Then we use the fireworks on the monster...
Unfortunately we can not burn fireworks in the circle
Is it?
It's already 2023.
I never thought two months would pass like this
Yes, when I was stuck in the inn in the town of the beginning
Feels like a long day
Now every day is a flash
I'm leaving the town of beginnings
Before I met you
I thought all my weapons were disposable
I bought a lot of the same weapons
Because it has not been enhanced or maintained
So when the fine sword becomes blunt
I would have left it in the dungeon
But that was the old me who was conceited
Then I got the Windflower Sword from Miette
Thanks to your help, I have forged my current weapon
I just felt my way around
Gradually, I began to feel
I should take care of myself more often
So you should take care of yourself too, Kiryu
Of course
I'm going downstairs to get some drinks and food.
I'm coming with you!
Watch your step
What's going on?
Nothing
What's the problem?
No
Let's get out of here.
It's show time
Who are you?
Don't move
If you dare to move around
I then stabbed the knife into her
Here are the circles
Your intimidation will not work
Wake up, Mr. Black Paint
The circle is up to the courtyard
This is the dungeon so it can work
You only have a knife, and can not do anything
You are really bold
If I use a level 5 paralysis and poison
Would it be better?
Why are you doing this?
Because it's fun, of course, brother
-Is it interesting? -Yes.
I like to have fun
This is a big stage after all
I had to prepare something, to create excitement
It's not fun if we are disturbed
Let's change the place
How about the basement?
Got it.
Jasna?
Kiryu!
Yes!
We'll see you next time, Mr. Black Paint, Miss Swordsman!
This knife is not poisoned
He is really lying
Why are you so reckless?
If this is really outside the circle
There's no way he'll let us move to the basement.
He will stab me directly
What do you do if you guess wrong?
Nothing
Because I have this
"Equipment, Amulet: Annolite Pendant"
No, right?
Are you serious, Asuna?
Thank you, Mitt
In any case, we're all right.
-For safety's sake, let's go out... -Kiryu, the man just now
Could it be that they attacked us because they wanted to get the guild flag?
He did mention the "big stage"
Then he said, "Prepare something, create excitement."
Could that refer to the conflict between the two guilds?
Even that's too fast.
They are just learning of our existence.
He made the impossible offer
This way he can keep the banner to create his own guild
One of our team members heard
-Valuable information. - Other than that, that Molt.
And ALS and DKB have to kill each other
Could that be the PK group?
Molt and his companion...
Most likely
I believe information about us is being spread around.
The world will end up as
Where players kill each other
And no longer a cheat game
You're right, in that case
We need to protect that flag even more
If it really becomes like this
I know some PK techniques
During that closed beta period
I have played against them.
Then I'll join you.
What? I didn't mean for you to join
No, I've decided!
From now on, I will not leave you alone in danger!
And we're partners, aren't we?
It's like you saved me in the basement.
I also want to support you
You're right, we're partners.
Let's start working together now
Yes!
Let's go, Kiryu
Good, Asuna