Elysion Online ~The Dragonewt and The Summoner~

Chapter 119: Danger and Trap of Wilderness

We decided to head to the Deep Red Wilderness. The members are Gray, Kotetsu, Byakuya, Darley and Kitsuneko. Why did I choose Gray? Because he seems to be close to evolving. Besides, in an uncharted field, Gray's presence gives me a sense of security.

I get on Darley and move to match the speed of Kitsuneko.

Move while kicking away the Gray Wolves. Naturally, Kitsuneko and Darley are leveling up. It feels good.

We arrived at the Deep Red Wilderness. The scenery is just as the name suggests. The ground is a crimson color.

This would most likely be red soil. Hephaestus used to use bricks in his workshop. We'll probably get it. It looks like we'll be able to deliver a new souvenir to Hephaestus.

But it seems that this place is dangerous. Gray senses something.

What is it? I look at Gray and something smoky is approaching...wait a minute! No way!

"Everyone! Gather around me!"

At my command, everyone gathers. I cast an Earth Wall. But one card is not enough. Please! Please, just in time!

Just in time, five earth walls. They blocked us on all sides and above us. Thank God we had an earth wall against an earth wall.

Then a terrible impact hit them. It was a good thing that the earth wall blocked it, but if it had been a direct hit, we wouldn't have survived...

What hit us was a sandstorm. Normally, sandstorms occur in deserts, but if the wilderness is a desert, it's not surprising that a sandstorm would hit here...this is the first time I've encountered a natural disaster in this game.

I mean, is there a natural phenomenon in this game? I mean, it's never even rained before...

"Huu...Gray, I'm surprised you noticed"

"Gau"

I feel like Gray is telling me to leave it to him. I've been really helped by Gray.

Now, I have to get off Darley and release the earth walls. When I go outside, it's the original field. Is this what a sandstorm looks like? I thought there would be sand covering the whole area, but it's just a normal wilderness.

As I checked my surroundings, I spotted a being poking out of the ground. I couldn't identify it in time, but it was a meerkat. Was it a summon monster? It's the first time for a character to dive into the ground.

I guess it's no use if it got away...I'll meet it again sometime.

"Gaa!"

Gray warns of danger. This time

Both my feet suddenly sink into the ground. It's a pitfall. And why is it that only my feet are caught in the pit?

It's simple...if I only drop both feet, my crotch will naturally hit the ground...I regretted getting off Darley so much.

Hey...wait...terrible...painful...

As I was screaming in agony, I saw several shadows laughing at me. Meerkats. I succeeded in identifying them.

Meerkat Lv10

Tame Monster Subjugation Monster Active

I also attacked Arthur in the crotch so I won't blame them. Ah, I won't blame them...I'll definitely kill them!

The Meerkats, sensing my murderous intent, hurriedly dove for the ground. Now, how to kill the enemy hiding in the ground...

"Everyone split up and wait at the entrance of the hole

I had everyone wait in front of the exit, the Meerkat entrance. Then let's roast them.

"Tremor!"

There is a slight earthquake. Now, how about meeting an earthquake underground?

Meerkats rush out of the hole.

"Welcome!"

The Meerkats rush to the ground to escape, but unfortunately I can't let them go after they've done so much damage to a person's crotch.

"Poison!"

I poisoned the Meerkat I caught and killed it intact. Everyone else seems to have done the same. That's great.

Everyone except Gray and I leveled up. And then came the info I wanted.

Darley's level has reached 8. Evolution is possible

Then, let's check the evolution destination of ordinary horses.

Lake Horse

Thoroughbred

There are two types. I've already made up my mind, but let's take a look at the description.

Lake Horse...a pale horse that lives in a lake. It can run on water and manipulate water magic. The horse is loved by the water, but it cannot dive underwater.

Oh! It can run on water! It would be exhilarating to run on the sea with this thing. If we get attacked by a monster, we'll probably die together, though.

Now for the real deal.

Thoroughbred...a light stallion that specializes in speed. When used in conjunction with its skills, it boasts tremendous speed. It can only attack with its body, but it has a special ability that can only be used against horsemen.

It's not the best at attacking, but the buff effect on its rider is nice!

I'm also curious about Lake Horse. It can run on water, and its water magic is interesting, but the problem is the unicorn. Unicorns are famous for their ability to purify water. So it's quite possible that the Lake Horse, which is loved by water, will be the one to evolve, but I've heard that the road to becoming a unicorn is tough...so let's just say there won't be any horse-to-horse synthesis!

That's why Darley has evolved into a Thoroughbred as planned!

He looks a little bigger now, doesn't he? It looks like Darley can handle two people. I'm relieved. And the new skill is strengthened horsemanship! But I'm sad that I don't have any horse combat skills...well, I'm sure it will be strengthened just by riding.

I think so as I dismantle the Meerkats.

It's a nasty monster...probably a trap setter like Aranea. It set up a pitfall trap and I got caught in the middle of it...I guess Gray is a must in this field.

The result of the dismantling was that iron ore was dropped. Not a very high chance, but I'm glad nonetheless. I'd like to prioritize hunting them, but now that I know the horror of traps...I'll just hunt them as I find them.

Name Kotetsu Saber-toothed Tiger Lv8Lv9

Vitality 3334

Magic Power 2

Strength 4850

Defense 32

Agility 26

Dexterity 2122

Skills

Bite Lv9

Claw Strike Lv9

Leap Lv10

Night Vision Lv8Lv9

Assault Lv7

Intimidation Lv6

Name Byakuya White Tiger Lv6Lv7

Vitality 30

Magic Power 2829

Strength 3637

Defense 23

Agility 3436

Dexterity 25

Skills

Bite Lv8

Claw Strike Lv8

Leap Lv6

Night Vision Lv8Lv9

Intimidation Lv6

Wind Magic Lv8

Sprint Lv8

Name Darley Horse Lv8 Thoroughbred Lv1

Vitality 1520

Magic Power 2

Strength 1015

Defense 1015

Agility 3045

Dexterity 2430

Skills

Kicking Lv1

Rush Lv1

Riding Lv4Lv6

Dash Lv3

Strengthen Horsemanship Lv1

Name Kitsuneko Fox Lv1Lv7

Vitality 812

Magic Power 1218

Strength 813

Defense 68

Agility 1518

Dexterity 812

Skills

Bite Lv1Lv3

Sign Detection Lv1Lv3

Fire Magic Lv1

Night Vision Lv1Lv3