CHAPTER 61: High Risk Yields High Returns – The Acquired Bounty Hacking the Game Didn't Go as Intended

CHAPTER 61: High Risk Yields High Returns – The Acquired Bounty

Ignoring the discontented growling of her stomach, Reeza kept a keen eye on the passersby until she scanned and identified one woman in particular who was dressed quite ostentatiously.

She knew to steer clear of those who might pose as easy marks but were actually the town’s guards aiming to lure out and apprehend pickpockets. But Reeza already knew what to look out for to avoid them.

Unbeknownst to her, however, was that while she was observing others in

Type: Footwear | Light Armor

Durability: 53/53 | Physical Defense: 9 | Magical Defense: 16 | Movement Speed: +10% | Evasion Rate: +10

Finely-crafted leather boots that bestow the wearer with exceptional speed and agility, allowing them to dart through challenges with grace and swiftness.

When a speed-type skill is activated, either by you or a party member, there is a chance of activating the Haste skill, granting a 30-second burst of heightened speed.

▪︎ Agility +3

▪︎ Int +5

▪︎ Chance of triggering Haste 10%

Conditions of Use: Lvl 21+ | Strength 70+ | Stamina 50+]

After storing the Volturax’s tail, Daisuke opened his Status Window to assess what had changed after the heart-wrenching battle with the toughest foe yet.

[Name: Haxks

Species: Human

Level: 23 | EXP: 12,385/82,656 (14.98%)

Class: None

Affiliation: Adventures’ Guild | Merchants’ Guild

Title: Lone Wolf, Pathfinder, Unwavering Spirit, Congenial Denizen, Master of Divine Beast, Devoted Hunter

HP: 2883/2883 | MP: 380/380

Stat Points: 30

Active Skills:

▪︎ Eye of Verity

▪︎ §ţæţ @%&¿

▪︎ Alchemy

▪︎ Intimidate

▪︎ Magic Missile

▪︎ Magic Chains

▪︎ Impeccable Parry

Passive Skills:

▪︎ Αφινίτη’s Blessing

▪︎ Novice Dagger Mastery

▪︎ Novice Polearm Mastery

▪︎ Novice Archery Mastery

Gold: 18.7]

[Name: Zephyr

Level: 17 | EXP: 31,783/45,156 (70.38%)

Race: Divine Beast

Species: Wolf

Stat Points: 0]

Daisuke cupped his chin in thought. he mused.

With a mere mental command, he summoned his inventory and sorted it by ‘newly acquired’. It didn't take long for him to notice that one of his daggers had, unfortunately, reached the end of its lifespan.

[Broken Crude Bonepick]

[Rank: Normal

Type: Dagger

Melee Attack Power: 16~20 | Durability: 0/46

A crude weapon resembling a dagger, crafted from the bones of an ill-fated goblin. Although not designed for slashing attacks, it excels at piercing strikes and carries a chance of inflicting the «Bleed» Status on the target.

▪︎ Chance of triggering Bleed 15%

Conditions of Use: Lvl 1+ | Strength 1+ | Stamina 1+]

Daisuke murmured ruefully.

[Lightning Bead x5]

[Bramble Seed x6]

[Mana Crystal (1.5lb)]

[Reinforcement Tablet x4]

[Small HP Recovery Potion x3]

[Small MP Recovery Potion x4]

[Volturax Fang x2]

[Volturax Tail x1]

[Lightning Bead]

[Damage: 2,500

Deals fixed Lightning Damage to the target upon impact. The electrical charge may leap to up to 7 nearby enemies, with a 75% chance of inducing «Paralysis» and a 45% chance of causing the «Burn» Status.]

[Bramble Seed]

[Damage: 150

Vicious thorned vines, unleashed from the Bramble Seed, continuously inflict fixed Physical Damage per second on ensnared targets. Adversaries caught within the vines’ AoE also suffer harm. There’s a 35% chance of causing «Bleed» and a 12% chance of inducing «Poison» among those ensnared.]

[Poison Status]

[Swiftly deteriorates red blood cells, sapping the target’s Strength and Stamina by 25%. Health diminishes at a rate of 0.2% per second over 90 seconds. Duration can also be dependent on the level and grade of the weapon or skill used to apply the status effect, as well as the target’s level of resistance.]

[Reinforcement Tablet]

[When Cedric Oswald Percival passed away, he took the hidden knowledge of alchemy to the grave with him, sparking a frenzy among alchemists worldwide. Eager to unearth the secrets and stake their claim to fame and fortune, these alchemists pursued the faint trails left by Cedric.

Though they never fully unraveled the mysteries, their tireless pursuits yielded an unexpected bounty: the means to elevate the reinforcement level of weapons and imbue them with magical properties.

Item Effect:

Increases the reinforcement level of a weapon by one tier.]

Daisuke mused with a smile.

Since babies outgrow their clothes quickly, parents are careful not to overspend on them. Similarly, Daisuke chose to preserve the Reinforcement Tablets. Leveling up was relatively easy at this point, and considering the regular switching of weapons and equipment, saving these resources seemed like the wisest choice.

[Volturax Fang]

[The sharp canine teeth extracted from the Volturax. Handling them requires utmost care due to their lethal sharpness. Suitable for forging into equipment or trading with merchants.]

[Volturax Tail]

[The tail harvested from the Volturax. Its weight is primarily concentrated in the mace-like tip. While robust, its flexibility renders it a potent weapon for the monster. Ideal for crafting specialized equipment or trade with merchants.]

Daisuke contemplated as he accessed his skills.

[Impeccable Parry]

[Rank: Epic

Classification: Active Skill

Lvl: 1

Proficiency: 4%

In the hands of a true weapon’s master, the enemy’s attacks become a canvas waiting to be shaped.

Skill Effect:

▪︎ While wielding a weapon, you have the ability to parry an enemy’s Physical Attack if performed at the right instant.

In the rare instance that damage is received, it first depletes your Stamina and Mana. Only when both resources are exhausted will your HP be affected.

Mana Cost: None

Skill Duration: 1 Second

Skill Cooldown: 30 Seconds]

“By the way,” Gavric began, laying out a collection of items next to Daisuke. “These are the items we looted from the Dungeon Boss. Since you’re pretty much our leader, we all agreed to let you decide what to do with them.”

“Leader?” Daisuke’s expression turned to a surprised frown.

“Yes, of course,” Gavric insisted. “No need to be modest.”

Looking around, Daisuke was met with a chorus of thumbs up and smiles from the party. For a fleeting moment, he recalled his former role as leader of the children back in Dusthaven. But before the bitter parts of that memory surfaced, he halted his reminiscing and redirected his attention toward the items.

[Small HP Recovery Potion x4]

[Small MP Recovery Potion x6]

[Volturax’s Mana Core (2.3lbs)]

[Dreadthorn Mace]

[Rank: Normal

[Type: Mace

Melee Attack Power: 88~99 | Durability: 83/83 | Attack Speed: -27%

A menacing weapon with a reputation for unleashing sheer devastation on the battlefield. Adorned with cruel, razor-sharp spikes, it is a symbol of brute force and merciless destruction.

▪︎ Strength +8

▪︎ Knockback Chance +38%

▪︎ Chance of triggering Bleed 15%

Conditions of Use: Lvl 21+ | Strength 55+ | Stamina 35+]

[Aurora Ring]

[Rating: Normal

Durability: 6/6 | Magical Defense: +4.7% | Magical & Physical Balance: +4.9%

An amulet forged from the crystallized tears of a benevolent spirit. It shimmers with an otherworldly radiance.

▪︎ Int +6

▪︎ Mana +100

Conditions of Use: Lvl 18+]

[Mystic Headband]

[Rating: Rare

Type: Headgear

Durability: 53/53 | Physical Defense: 9 | Magical Defense: 15

Crafted by temple sages, it channels the wearer’s inner serenity, amplifying mental acuity for precise and agile combat.

▪︎ Attack Speed +22%

▪︎ Accuracy +45%

Conditions of Use: Lvl 21+]

“All right, here’s what we’ll do,” Daisuke began, “most of the potions will go to the healer and mage since the main damage dealer and healer are vital to the party’s lifeline.”

Without hesitation, Elena and Milo approached to graciously receive their allocated share of potions.

“Gavric, Finnian, and Milo,” Daisuke continued, “this is for you. Aside from the fact that you guys missed out on a gift on the 5th floor, these items will complement your abilities: a mace will help Gavric to crush enemies when a sword doesn’t work; a ring, like Elena’s, to boost Milo’s mana; and a headband to enhance Finnian’s swordsmanship.”

“I knew entrusting this to you was the right call,” Gavric boasted.

Finnian, the aloof member of the party, flashed a composed smile. Meanwhile, Milo held the ring up to the glowing fungi, appreciating its blue monochromatic design, which caught Elena's eye with a hint of envy.

Daisuke paused to examine the Volturax's Mana Core, noting its size that was roughly that of a football. Unlike the Mana Crystals and cores from other dungeon mobs, the Mana Cores from Dungeon Bosses were larger, denser, and had a distinct pinkish hue. They emitted a brilliant sheen, indicating their superior quality.

While an average Mana Crystal fetched 90 silver per ounce, those from Hidden Dungeons commanded a higher price of 135 silver per ounce. However, Mana Cores from Dungeon Bosses were valued at a staggering 150 gold per ounce, showcasing their rarity and desirability. As for Mana Cores from Hidden Dungeon Bosses, their value soared to an astonishing 350 gold per ounce. It was no surprise, considering the ridiculous challenge of actually locating and clearing Hidden Dungeons.

“As for the Volturax’s Mana Core,” Daisuke said, handing the crystal chunk over to Gavric, “I’ll leave you in charge of selling it to the guild and dividing the proceeds evenly among yourselves once we get out of here.”

"Wait—what?" Rexar exclaimed in surprise. "D-Do you even know the market price for Dungeon Boss Mana Cores?"

Milo and Elena stood by in stunned silence.

"I don't think it's fair for you to shortchange yourself like this," Finnian declared firmly.

"I couldn't agree more," Lyanna chimed in. "If I'm not mistaken, that Mana Core should fetch at least a hundred gold per ounce. You deserve your fair share."

Daisuke smiled gratefully, somehow finding solace in their argument. "I appreciate your honesty and consideration, but this is my decision. Please, respect it."

Reluctantly, the party conceded to his wishes.

"And what about you?" Gavric inquired, his brow furrowed with concern.

"Don't worry about me," Daisuke assured him. "My priority right now is to strengthen all of you on the remaining floors of this dungeon."

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