Translator: Dreamscribe

The Holy Sword.

Though the heroes looked bright on the outside, they each carried a sharp blade in their hearts.

The driving force that pushed them forward was Leon.

The reason the heroes used every means to research Erosion was their feelings for Leon. Leon wanted to reclaim the land consumed by Erosion. So, they stubbornly scraped it away and searched for ways to use it.

The vanguard, who had experienced Early Access, Lunatie, and the Invasion Battle, was advancing through the 'Land of Erosion' without hesitation.

They effortlessly subjugated goblins and took down a Death Knight in ruins melted like candle wax. Having gone through similar experiences in Lunatie, they were able to defeat it on their second attempt.

Even the endless wave of monsters was bearable.

Rather, they were welcome because they could gain massive experience points.

The average level of the vanguard team's had surpassed 25, and all of them had completed their first job advancement. The vanguard team's split into multiple parties and pushed forward toward the 'Lord of Erosion'.

Among the vanguard team's was Haebyul’s party.

The atmosphere within Haebyul’s party wasn’t good. They wanted to charge ahead and subjugate the 'Lord of Erosion' without obstacles, but as soon as they passed the early zone of the 'Land of Erosion', it felt like they had hit a wall.

That massive being.

It was because of the Twin-Head Ogre.

“Ugh!”

Haebyul gritted her teeth.

They had been annihilated five times, yet couldn’t find a strategy to beat it, like running into an invisible wall.

-That’s a real monster.

-Do we need to level up more?

-I think a single party can’t handle this. We’ll need a full subjugation squad.

Haebyul’s party had eight members. Reports said that other vanguard teams were also struggling against the Twin-Head Ogre.

That meant there were multiple Twin-Head Ogres in the 'Land of Erosion'.

“Let’s try again! I have to do the Haebyul Bunny in front of Leon-nim no matter what!”

-ㅋㅋㅋ for real.

-Right! The mission isn’t over yet.

-Still charging ㅋㅋㅋㅋ.

The mission they started that day kept getting extended. The bounty also increased.

[PleaseWin! has contributed to the mission fund!]

After this is over, show Leon nim the Haebyul Bunny again

*Mission Reward: 23,750,000 won

Haebyul declared that if she succeeded in the mission, she would donate the full amount.

Because she couldn’t make money off Leon-nim.

Because Leon-nim would have done the same.

“Alright! Let’s go again!”

“Yes! Let’s get the first clear!”

The party name was “Haebyul Bunny Raid Team.” Everyone had rabbit ears attached to their helmets.

Their determination was unwavering.

Not one member tried to leave.

Just as party leader Haebyul was about to issue the attack command.

Vwoom!

The emblem on her chest emitted a burst of light.

“Huh?”

“T-that’s...”

Haebyul and her party members froze at the sight before them.

“Leon-nim?”

A hazy form of Leon appeared.

And in front of him stood the Twin-Head Ogre.

Leon was fighting the Twin-Head Ogre. He skillfully dodged its powerful attacks and advanced with finesse. Then, finding an opening, he focused his strikes on the knee joints, deep within the overlapping layers of tough hide.

“Ah...”

Leon demonstrated all the dangerous attack patterns of the Twin-Head Ogre and revealed its weaknesses.

Tears suddenly gushed from Haebyul and her party members’ eyes.

‘Leon forged the Holy Sword with his soul, encompassing everything he had experienced.’

That phrase echoed in their minds.

Which meant... this was...

“All of Leon-nim’s memories..., huuuk...”

“Uwaaaaa!”

“T-this isn’t just a game. Huuuuh.”

-Leon-nim knew everything.

-How long was he here?

-This isn’t a game... it’s life...

-This is what life is.

It was something similar.

It was a strategy guide completed by the Archmage himself through his own direct experience, reconstructed in the form of Leon for the heroes to understand more easily.

To ensure smoother progress through Erosion’s Core, it was set to appear if players failed repeatedly. It was content designed before the invasion event.

“Let’s kill it!”

“Uwaaaaah!”

This is life!

That strategy guide had a far more powerful effect than the Archmage had anticipated. Naturally, when the news broke, ‘Arsilan World’ exploded.

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TL Note: Like last time the actual update notification was posted in Author Notes

Author's Note

[Notice] Update Announcement

Hello,

This is Arsilan Saga. The journey toward the 'Land of Erosion' has begun.

[Update Details]

*The 'Land of Erosion' is now open.

The 'Lord of Erosion' who fled from Arsilan is regaining its strength. We hope you will experience the vast 'Land of Erosion' firsthand, subjugate the 'Lord of Erosion', and reclaim the lands lost by Arsilan.

*150 new skills, 60 new spells, and 30 new sacred techniques have been added.

Skills and spells can be learned through the Evanth Job Training Center, library, or personal affinity events. Sacred techniques can be learned in Evanth or the churches in each village.

*Item Exchange has been added.

You can register items such as F-rank and above weapons, armor, accessories, and more.

*First Job Advancement is now available.

Upon reaching Level 20, you can proceed with job advancement through a trial. Since personal traits may manifest during the trial, please prepare thoroughly and respond to the challenge.

*Various quests for novice heroes have been added.

*Notice on Evanth Expansion Construction

Expansion construction is in progress. Evanth contribution points will be doubled, so we encourage your active participation.

[System Overhaul Notice]

*The Subjugation Squad, Party, and Guild systems have been overhauled.

[Bug-Related Gameplay Notice]

*Activities related to the 'Magic Barrier' have been determined not to be bug-related.

Heroes, please enjoy the game without worry.