Genius Regressor Makes Mythic Items

Roll, roll.

Eight heads rolled across the floor.

“Instead of begging to be carried, they had the nerve to say they wouldn’t participate… how dare they.”

The neatly dressed young man remarked.

“Weaklings are always disgusting.”

Yuto looked down at the eight heads with contempt.

As a result,

– Oh my!

– Wow… instant decapitation!

– Yuto is so cool, lol!

– But is this okay? He team-killed.

– They only had 10 people; this is a bit much…

The chat window filled up quickly. Having witnessed the eight players’ despicable behavior, the viewers were more supportive than critical.

– They declared they wouldn’t participate in the Arena fight. It’s their own fault, isn’t it?

– Agree. They’d probably just leech off us or troll if left alive.

– True. The possibility of trolling is crucial.

– Exactly. Such idiots would get frustrated if we were winning and act out.

– There are especially many like that in the Gold and Platinum tiers.

– They’re just thieves of public achievement. Better off gone.

Rather than condemning the team-kill, the viewers showed more favorable reactions to Yuto’s actions.

And it wasn’t just the viewers.

『The Constellation ‘Black Goat’ bursts into laughter, ‘Hoho! The young one’s sure got a strong hand? I like him.’』

『The Constellation ‘Heavenly Demon’ sends a sticky glance, ‘Not just his hands, his demeanor and appearance are excellent.’』

『The Constellation ‘Zeus’ grins lewdly, ‘Indeed, Heavenly Demon, you know your stuff.’』

『The Constellations ‘Odin’ and ‘Baal’ sigh, ‘This is why even Constellations need policing.’, ‘Hmm…’』

The Constellations observing Kim Shimun. Even they expressed approval of Yuto’s actions. Especially Heavenly Demon, Zeus, and the Black Goat seemed particularly fond of Yuto.

『The Constellations ‘Heavenly Demon,’ ‘Zeus,’ and ‘Black Goat’ have issued you a mission.』

A mission had been issued.

Kim Shimun immediately checked the mission window.

『Mission』

The three Constellations are very impressed with the player Yuto’s spirit. Win this Siege Warfare ‘with Yuto.’

Reward: Achievement Points 10,000

Shimun’s eyes widened.

‘They’re giving 10,000 points just for this?’

Of course, he had received a similar mission during his Platinum debut.

‘Yuto, not Shiyeon?’

Back then, the task was to team up with Shiyeon. In contrast, Yuto, who was making a name for himself in Platinum, had skills comparable to American Dream’s two promising talents, Andrew and Ron.

And yet, just clearing the stage with Yuto was worth 10,000 points?

‘This is almost a free mission!’

It was practically gifted. Not that it was difficult to understand.

‘The Constellations must really like Yuto.’

After all, the Constellations observing him had always had a penchant for the extreme. Yuto’s ruthlessness was likely very appealing to the three.

Regardless, Kim Shimun turned to Yuto.

“Well, it looks like we’re quite fortunate, Yuto.”

Yuto raised an eyebrow.

“Fortunate, you say?”

“Yes. We’ve been given a mission by the Constellations to win this Siege Warfare together. The reward is very generous.”

Yuto’s eyes glinted.

“A mission from the Constellations, you say? That’s indeed fortunate.”

Kim Shimun nodded.

“Exactly. So let’s focus on winning this. We have a lot to gain.”

Yuto smirked, his previous aloofness replaced by determination.

“Understood. Let’s not waste this opportunity.”

‘This is a golden opportunity.’

For Kim Shimun, it was an excellent mission. Already confident in dominating this Arena without a nerf to his stats,

‘I’ve been a bit short on achievement points after recent upgrades. This is perfect timing.’

A satisfied smile spread across Kim Shimun’s lips.

Perhaps misinterpreting this, “As I thought… I knew you and I were alike.”

Yuto also nodded with a satisfied grin. Though the misunderstanding was obvious, Kim Shimun didn’t bother to correct him.

Snap.

He alchemized the ground, piercing an incoming fireball with a thick earthen spike. This time, the spell seemed to be of the 6th-circle variety,

Whoosh.

Its intense heat and weighty magi swept over them but nothing more.

“So, Yuto.”

Without flinching, Shimun asked Yuto,

“Do you have a strategy?”

“Hmm…”

Yuto held his chin in thought. Perhaps due to blocking consecutive spells, the distant fortress walls were bustling with activity.

After staring at the walls for a moment, Yuto spoke.

“I know you’re highly versatile, but fundamentally, you’re a mage, correct?”

“That’s right.”

“Then breach either the gate or the wall. Until then, I’ll handle the defense.”

Drawing his sword and stepping forward, Yuto continued. Kim Shimun chuckled softly.

“Yuto, that’s reassuring, but… we should consider another strategy.”

It wasn’t a matter of underestimating Yuto. If he was a promising talent representing a country, he’d likely be capable of roles beyond his primary class to some extent.

Yuto, aware of this himself, frowned slightly and asked,

“Why?”

With a gentle smile, Shimun replied,

“The opponent consists of 190 people.”

“You’re underestimating me. I can handle such attacks on my own.”

“Yuto, I’m not underestimating you. I’m talking about efficiency.”

“Efficiency?”

Yuto raised an eyebrow. Then, “I see.”

Yuto’s frown relaxed.

“You’re saying it’s inefficient to waste my condition on meaningless attacks?”

“Exactly. Considering the sheer number of 190 opponents, and the fact that you’re not a tank-type fighter.”

Nodding slowly at Kim Shimun’s words, Yuto continued. Long-range attacks, which are the crux of siege warfare, can be blocked or dodged.

But beyond that…

“So, you’re saying it’s inefficient for a swordsman like me to take on a defensive role.”

“Exactly.”

Utilizing Yuto, primarily a DPS swordsman, as a tank was highly inefficient, and there was no need to waste his stamina on such tasks.

“When we’re outnumbered, managing our condition is extremely important.”

“I see. I’ve learned something valuable.”

Like a practitioner of kendo, Yuto bowed respectfully. To which, “It’s nothing you couldn’t have figured out yourself with a bit more experience.”

Kim Shimun dismissed his own advice as unimportant.

“No, not at all.”

Yuto shook his head firmly.

“Until now, I believed I had to do everything on my own. People around me called it a ‘carry syndrome’.”

Promising talents at the national level. Naturally, they possessed exceptional abilities, showing versatile skills that transcended their primary roles.

However, “Until just now, I considered such talk as mere excuses from the weak…”

These were actions taken by those not yet at his level. Upon reaching his level, one cannot handle everything alone.

“Listening to you made me realize I was mistaken.”

Kim Shimun had clarified this important truth.

“And it resonated because it came from you. I don’t… usually listen to those weaker than me.”

Yuto lowered his eyes and blushed slightly, perhaps because he was still a teenager.

“Thank you again. Thanks to you, I can take another step forward.”

Though his manner was as cringeworthy as a character from a manga, his gratitude was sincere.

“Well, I’m glad it helped…”

Kim Shimun smiled, trying hard to suppress his own cringing.

‘He’s a good kid.’

At that moment,

Whoosh!!

Thankfully, a magic spell accompanied by intense heat dispersed the cringeworthy atmosphere.

Perhaps frustrated by the previous defenses, ‘6th-circle fire magic. Fire Rain.’

Even as a 6th-circle spell, the amount of magi it contained was close to a 7th-circle, and it rained down like a heavy shower.

“Alright, Yuto. I’ll clear the way first. Move when I give the signal.”

“Understood.”

Yuto nodded and stepped back immediately.

Kim Shimun snapped his fingers.

Rumble.

He alchemized the earth into a hemispherical shield.

Then,

Crunch.

The sound of rocks grinding against the dome filled the air.

Even at 6th-circle, despite containing near 7th-circle magic, but, Kim Shimun continued his focused effort.

He strengthened the dome as the intense fire rain pelted it, demonstrating his immense alchemy expertise. The dome withstood the onslaught easily, absorbing and dispersing the energy.

Kim Shimun turned to Yuto, his expression calm and composed.

“Ready?”

Yuto nodded, his eyes full of determination.

“Let’s crush this siege.”

The dome Kim Shimun alchemized vibrated gently like an umbrella in the rain, maintaining its intact shape without any disruption.

“Well done. Truly impressive!”

Yuto, who had moved to the rear, couldn’t help but praise.

‘The overall quality of my alchemy has significantly improved.’

Kim Shimun internally congratulated himself.

‘Well, with the title “Pioneer of Alchemy” and a total Alchemy Energy of 212, this much is expected.’

Even a 6th-circle spell, loaded with brute magical force, could be effectively blocked with one well-crafted alchemy.

Crunch.

The noisy friction ceased.

As Kim Shimun dismissed the alchemical dome, the fiery rain vanished completely, leaving only a lingering heat to remind them of the assault.

Glancing around the scorched area, Shimun turned his gaze to the far-off Barbarian Fortress.

“Now it’s our turn.”

Kiing.

Odin’s Eye activated with a sharp hum.

‘Hmm. As expected, the gate’s durability is higher than the walls.’

Like a modern hologram or infrared camera,

Kim Shimun quickly scanned the distant fortress and its inhabitants.

‘It’s impossible to infiltrate with Yuto in tow.’

True to a top-rank Platinum match, the 190 players were strategically positioned, leaving no gaps in the Barbarian Fortress.

‘In that case, breaking through the walls will require maximum effort.’

As soon as he made up his mind,

Crack.

Kim Shimun’s entire body twisted.

His lean frame bulked up, and golden scales sprouted on his exposed skin.

Dragonification.

He transformed into the powerful physique of a mighty dragon.

‘Feeling quite strong.’

Crack.

Kim Shimun clenched his newly strengthened fist, savoring the power before drawing on the magi from the Philosopher’s Stone at his chest.

Whoosh.

The surge of magi vibrated through his body, even straining his now-reinforced dragon form.

‘The power output of the magi is impressive. So, this is what surpassing a 100-stat value feels like.’

With an Alchemy Energy of 212, his Magic and Dragon Force stats also reached 106 each. The boost felt as though he could obliterate everything without needing any special techniques.

‘I could probably annihilate everything here with just raw magi.’

Kim Shimun felt an exhilarating sense of strength. And it wasn’t just a feeling unique to him.

Like a swirling dragon’s ascent, the concentrated aura rotated with intense vigor, scattering dust and leaves around him.

Whoosh.

The force was so intense that it sent tingling waves in all directions.

“Ugh!”

Yuto, standing behind, furrowed his brows and took a few steps back.

‘Darkness is also the path of tyranny…’

The mantra of the Heavenly Demon Divine Art.

Now at the 4th-level, it permeated Kim Shimun’s entire being.

Whoom!

With a raised hand, a harsh sound echoed multiple times. The magi gathered and compacted into a round, spherical shape in Kim Shimun’s grasp.

Finally, the sphere emitted a clear tone, almost unbelievable for something formed from magi.

Ping.

Kim Shimun looked at the dark orb with slight regret.

‘It used up 60% of my magi, and it’s only the size of a ping-pong ball…’

In his previous life, Go Malsuk could create an orb at least the size of a soccer ball.

Kim Shimun chuckled softly.

‘Well, Malsuk was a high-ranker, and it’s a bit bold to compare myself to that level now.’

Heavenly Demon Go Malsuk was a powerhouse who could rival his brother Kim Shihyuk or even the King of Spears, Zhang Liqiu.

It was unreasonable for a level 117 Platinum-tier player to try to measure up to such a titan.

Looking calmly at the Barbarian Fortress, ‘The destructive power is certainly there, but this won’t be enough to take down those walls.’

More power was needed.

Snap.

Fortunately, Shimun possessed that power.

Rumble.

A sudden thunderclap echoed.

Accompanied by,

Crack!

A lightning bolt descended into Kim Shimun’s hand clutching the dark orb.

Simultaneously,

『The Constellation Heavenly Demon is beaming, ‘Haha! It’s you again.’』

『The Constellation Zeus nods contentedly, ‘Fitting that those who appreciate such elegance gather together.’』

The reactions of the Constellations appeared before his eyes. Ignoring them completely, Kim Shimun grasped the writhing mixture of magi and lightning in his hand.

‘Is it because of a certain enlightenment? So, Ars Magna can be used like this too.’

The truth of alchemy, Ars Magna, which he had realized during his fight with Sargas. Perhaps it was due to his comprehension of fusion, the lightning from Astrape and the magi from the Heavenly Demon Divine Art blended more seamlessly than before.

Crack.

And then,

Vroom.

As the two energies merged into one, “Let’s begin with just one shot.”

Kim Shimun hurled it with force.

Heavenly Demon Divine Art (천마신공).

4th Technique (波) – Heavenly Demon Jade (천마옥).

A bead infused with both white and black energy.

Ping.

The black-and-white ping-pong ball-sized bead whistled through the air.

“What the hell? After all that show, that’s it?”

“Doesn’t even feel like there’s any power in it.”

It flew gracefully through the air with no apparent threat,

“We should prepare defensive spells, just in case.”

“Defensive spells? I’ll just shoot it down myself.”

To the 190 players stationed at the Barbarian Fortress, it seemed like a harmless prank.

Except for one, “You’re, you’re kidding …”

The blond, handsome man. One of American Dream’s top prospects, Andrew. More precisely, his SS-ranked ability, analytical insight through his blue eyes.

Unfortunately, he and the other 189 players did not share Andrew’s capability.

“Everyone, get down!!”

With Andrew’s desperate scream, as he leaped from the wall, an unimaginable nightmare began.

Ping.

It was as if space itself had been sliced out.

An entire section of the formerly fortified wall disappeared into a circular void.

Then, the void-filled space erupted with ear-piercing thunder.

Rumble!

Lightning spread in all directions. The tendrils of lightning shot out, with no intent of even allowing a scream.

Crack. Crack.

The surrounding debris and shrapnel from the shattered fortress walls scattered wildly. Clumps of rock and wood splintered into the air, driven by the shockwave. The colossal impact and the fierce energy roaring through the area only amplified the devastation.

The once formidable fortress wall was reduced to rubble. Andrew, barely making it to a safe distance, looked back, his face pale.

‘This is absolute chaos…’

He realized how dire the situation was. Their defenses had been obliterated by a single attack from Kim Shimun.

Kim Shimun, unfazed, watched as the scene unfolded. Turning to Yuto, “It’s time. Move now.”

Yuto nodded, his sword at the ready, and advanced. Charging through the newly created breach with lightning speed, the path to the heart of the fortress now lay wide open.

Crackle!

The lightning spread like a malevolent spirit, erasing everything it touched. Nearly 50 players were obliterated in an instant. But the defending players had no time to breathe.

Like the laughter of a child, the orb that conjured this fleeting nightmare, once again emitted a clear tone as it flew through the air.

Ping.

“Ah…”

Andrew’s voice caught in his throat.

His SS-ranked analytical trait conveyed the grim reality. The dark-red orb that emerged through the void left by the vanished fortress wall was not like the previous one.

It radiated an intense, searing heat. Time seemed to freeze. In this halted world, only Andrew’s thoughts moved.

‘There’s no wall left.’

‘And this time, it’s not lightning, but fire.’

‘Historically, lightning attributes are for single targets, while fire attributes are for area damage.’

‘If such a fire attribute orb explodes inside the fortress…’

As these thoughts raced through his mind, “Kim Shimun, you bastard…”

Whoosh!

The world ignited.