Plundering in the Apocalypse

Everyone took a deep breath. Although it was just a small contest between members, it was their first time competing with each other. So, it may affect their position in the guild. Some people in the contest did have ulterior motives. But the concern for their position was nerve-wracking. What if Shin decides to kick them out if the performance is bad?

Unbeknownst to them, Shin had no such intentions. It was just a simple contest. So their worries were needless.

"It was a close call, both teams did a wonderful job. Everyone leveled up too." Shin paused and continued.

"The winner of this contest is team A, with 108 kills. Team B had 107 kills."

Hearing this result Elena has an excited expression. She was very delighted to hear it. Marine and Jenny, we're overjoyed too.

Team B was a little disappointed but they didn't feel too bad as they didn't lose too badly. Even then they had varied expressions.

Although James lost seeing Jenny's happy expression he also felt better. Selene didn't think too much about that. Alex's expression was gloomy.

Simon was very disappointed but when he saw Elena's expression he was dumbfounded. His sister who was always cold and collected was smiling ear to ear. She couldn't contain her joy. "Just what happened to her? Does winning the contest matter that much?"

Simon mumbled under his breath but he heard a voice next which made him jump in surprise.

"It's because she will get whatever reward she wants from Shin now."

"Wow," He stumbled backward.

When Simon noticed the person was Marine he calmed down.

"My bad, I was surprised." Simon felt embarrassed by his action.

"I don't mind, it's my fault for suddenly closing in."

"Did she really ask something like that?" Simon couldn't believe it. Marine started recalling everything. As soon as she finished Simon knit his brows as while deep in thinking. 'But why Elena? Why would you do something like that? You already know Shin and Alive are together. What are you planning to do?'

Simon couldn't fathom Elena's thoughts. 'I'll ask her later.'

"I'll distribute the rewards after we exit the dungeon."

Everyone agreed to it. But Elena still came close to Shin and asked. "Shin, you remember the promise right?"

"Of course. What do you want Elena? I'll give you as long as it's possible."

Elena was happy, "I'll tell you later."

With these words, she went and stood beside Alice.

"Did you try anything funny?" Alice mumbled in a voice only Elena could hear. Her voice was cold. But her expression was normal.

"So what if I did or not? That's none of your concern." Elena wasn't going to back down either. She deliberately provokes Alice.

Alice snorted as she replied. "So you failed. I was worried for nothing."

Hearing Alice's words Elena felt very angry. But she will not lose. She was not going to back down.

"As everyone has been hunting for hours, we will take a short break here. Everyone shall recover their mana after that we will enter the central region." Shin explained and let them rest.

He checked the vicinity and there were no monsters around. As their team had already killed most of the monsters in the area. It was not surprising.

***

While the Astros guild was resting in the inner region. Several people could be seen struggling to fight in the core region.

"Dammit, what isn't that thing?"

"Are we going to die here?"

These awakened had been fighting in this dungeon for a long time. All their levels were pretty good too. So they assumed they might be able to clear it. After all, it was already cleared once but not conquered yet.

In the central region, there should have been 1 Elite monster around the strength of level 50 and other normal monsters at an average of level 40.

"But why?!"

"Why are there so many Elite monsters here? Why are they so strong?" The man shouted and the next moment he was pierced from the back making a big hole in his chest.

The others were frightened even more after seeing their companion die. Just what was going on with the monsters in this dungeon? Why did they suddenly become so strong?

The Sting Bee didn't wait any longer and attacked the remaining people.

Filled with blood lust, the monsters were even more sinister.

Two terrifying bloody red eyes could be seen at the nest of these monsters.

"Kekeke"

A hysterical laugh was sounded.

***

As they had completed their rest and recovered most of their mana. It was time to enter the central region.

Not long after they came across two monsters. It was not an instant kill as it took some time to kill them. Although it was not difficult it took more effort than needed.

Shin had a frown on his face. 'The normal monsters in the central region should only be around level 50 so, why is this monster have the strength of level 60?'

(Others didn't have this kind of confusion. As they only cared about the grade of monsters no one cared about their level of strength. After fighting with monsters inside the labyrinth, Shin understood that knowing the level of strength of the monster is very effective. So while using his magic eyes he decided to use a level to understand their strength.)

'But why are they suddenly so strong?' Shin had a bad premonition. He immediately used magic eyes to cover the central area. But to his surprise, his detection was obstructed by something.

"What going on here?"

"Guild Leader, There's a barrier around the central region rendering all the detection skills useless," Jenny informed.

Although being called Guild leader he did feel embarrassed. Jenny's words made him frown.

"If there's a barrier we may end up in some kind of trap." Shin's worries were not groundless.

They must be cautious of any traps or sneak attacks.

"Can you do something about it with your ability? Don't you specialize in barriers?" Shin's words were directed to Jenny.

Jenny's words made Shin disappointed.

"I can't disable this barrier. My level is too low."

But her next words made him excited.

"But, I might be able to make us escape the barrier's restrictions."

Shin was very delighted to hear that. If he can use his magic eyes they won't end up in unnecessary trouble.

Although Shin was still unable to use the skill to peek through the nest. He was able to detect all other monsters.

So they continued the hunting. Minutes went by and everyone was hunting diligently.

The leveling speed was great too. 'These monster's levels are higher so the experience is also great.'

Shin never forgot to collect the materials. Alice's servants were also doing a good job.

"Ice Lance."

"Take my hammer," Simon shouted and crushed the monster.

It's been more than 5 hours since they hunted in the central area. Most of the monsters were killed by them. Even if they came across other parties. Other parties avoided them and not caused any trouble. It was obvious seeing all these high-ranked individuals. Anyone can feel their strength was not small.

***

[Selene Fred]

[Level - 39] (36+3)

[Marine Scott]

[Level - 40] (37+3)

[Alex Wetland]

[Level - 35] (32+3)

[James Felbert]

[Level - 29] (25+4)

[Jenny Felbert]

[Level - 25] (22+3)

[Simon Adger]

[Level - 35] (33+2)

[Elena Adger]

[Level - 46] (43+3)

***

The leveling speed was certainly good. Shin thought about his status and wondered how abnormal is he from them. Although he couldn't see it he was certain Alice's status was also terrifying.

From what he saw in Leonard's memory of the future. He came across many strong individuals. Their strength was nothing to scoff at. But there was still a difference. Many used several resources to increase their power.

But everything considered, his ability [Plunder] was just abnormal. 'Just what does it mean to be unranked?' Shin thought inwardly. He couldn't help but mutter.

"Status board."

*Klink!*

***

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[ Name- Shin Wolner ]

[Age - 20]

[ Title - 1st awakened, Maniac, Odd Breaker]

[ Level - 55 ]

[STR - 200]

[VIT - 200]

[AGI - 200]

[DEX - 200 ]

[Stamina - 200]

[Mana - 404(60% Purified)]

[Bonus stats - 0]

[Divine Energy - 2.00]

[Legacy - ??]

[Special ability - Plunder[Advanced 2]]

[Special Skill - Devourer's Touch, Mana Absorption, Upgrader(SS), Loan]

[Blessing - Instant Recovery(SS)]

[Plundered Abilities:]

- Purple Lightning (SS)

- Hell Fire (S)

- Sharp Shooter (A)

- Water Magic (A)

- Poison Master (B)

- Mind Control (B)

- Arcane Web (C)

- Gravity Control (C)

- Shadow Veil (C)

- Mana ball (D)

- Blood Sword Art (E)

[Abilities Collected:]

[Skills - Magic Eyes (S), Extreme speed (A), Pain tolerance(D), Body Defense (C), Razor Slash (B)]

[Skills Collected - 0]

[Skill Points - 0]

[Memory Cubes - 0]

[Equipment]

- Tulas Blade [Artifact] - (Semi-Heroic grade)

- Formless (Legendary)

- Wyvern Armor (Heroic)

[Items]

- ??? Key 1

- ??? Key 2

- Mysterious egg (?)

- Blooded Khalsa [Artifact] - (Key to the Legacy)

- Minotaur's Blood

- Minotaur's Horn X2

- Blue Taurus Horns X2370

- Gray Wyvern's Scales X100

- Gray Wyvern's Claws X4

- Gray Wyvern's horns X2

- Akapuhala Fruits X10 (Item)

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