Dungeon Hunter
Chapter 44's

Grano

Kang Oh examined the necklace carefully.

The shape of the flame was the most attention-grabbing feature. There was a yellow jewel in the shape of a whirlpool in the middle.

The chain itself is made of silver with the most exquisite workmanship.

"Value."

[Fire Hall of Longing Wind]

Gospel Widerow, known as Southern Fire, went to great lengths to create this necklace to give to someone. It was filled with a strong sense of longing.

The highest ranking wind crystal was embedded into the highest rank fire crystal, which was then processed for a long time.

Because of its aesthetic beauty, if equipped will attract the attention of noble women towards you.

+ Fire Longing Wind: You can inspire the Fire Longing Wind to your weapon or stick.

The flame will inflict fire damage or increase the power of the fire spell.

If the ability of the wind is used in conjunction with weapons/staff that are given fire, then the effectiveness of these abilities will increase 4-fold.

Rank: S

Capability: Main statistics +20, Spell +50, Fireproof +30%

Minimum Requirements: Level 200

'This is an S-rank.'

It wasn't as good as Kunta's ring, but still it was a good item.

He especially liked his ability to increase the effectiveness of spells/wind skills by four times.

'If I supplement this and use the Tempest Tiger, then the effect will be catastrophic.'

It would increase the already powerful Tempest Tiger's ability by four times! It really lives up to its name as the tiger that waged the storm.

"Well, it's still nothing more than a pipe dream for now."

Kang Oh is level 77, while the necklace requires level 200. He can't use it right away.

He placed the necklace into his inventory and took the elevator.

'He said it was a water magic lab on the 7th floor, right?'

The reason for originally coming here was to meet Grano, who came from the Baritone Desert.

* * *

The elevator doors opened and Kang Oh came down.

Two heavily armed guards protected the entrance of the 7th floor.

As soon as he approached, the two guards blocked his path.

"What is your business here?"

“I came here to meet the water magic researcher, Grano,” said Kang Oh.

"Do you have an appointment?"

"No. Please give him this letter and tell him someone will come to see him."

Kang Oh delivers Tino's letter of introduction to the guards.

"I understand."

One of the guards went inside and disappeared. The remaining guards did not move in the slightest and remained there.

Moments later, the guard returns with a 40-year-old witch.

"Are you looking for me?" Grano asked.

Unlike other witches, she wore a white lab coat; her hair was neat and she wore glasses as well.

He was a handsome middle-aged man with a face that showed that when he was young, or perhaps even now, women would chase and chase after him.

"My name is Kang Oh. I came here to ask about the Baritone Desert."

"There's a cafe on the 2nd floor. Let's talk there."

"Good."

Kang Oh and Grano head to the big cafe on the 2nd floor.

The magic tower cafe is pretty good. Individual couches are comfortable, and the fragrant aroma of tea permeates the entire cafe.

Both sat down and ordered drinks.

"How do you know Tino?" Grano asked.

"She and I have helped each other several times. How do you know him, Mr Grano?" Kang Oh asked.

It seems unlikely that an alcoholic like Tino would be close to an elite like Grano.

"When I was young, we went on adventures together. Back then, Tino was a mercenary with a pretty bright future."

"so. After all, you are a native of the Baritone Desert, right?"

"Yes. I am from the Oasis of Hapdala, which is in the Baritone Desert. But what do you want to ask me?"

“There is truth behind endless mirages,” said Kang Oh suddenly.

"Are you looking for a legendary oasis?"

Grano understood immediately. As expected, he was definitely a native of the Baritone Desert.

"Yes." Yeah."

"Hm. I don't know much about that either."

"But at least you should know more than me. Because you're from there."

"Maybe."

The strange nuance caused Kang Oh's eyes to shine.

"Is there anything special you can tell me?" Kang Oh asked.

"I want to know. This is ultimately just my hypothesis."

"A hypothesis is fine. Please tell me."

"Before that... Do you know what kind of work I did in the Witch Tower?"

Grano suddenly changed the subject.

"I don't know."

Plus, he didn't really want to know.

"I'm trying to make a device that's gonna make it rain."

"so. Whatever the case, what's your hypothesis..."

Kang Oh attempted to return to the topic under discussion.

"But I'm in an emergency because there's material I need for a device I don't have. So, please get me the material," Grano looked at him and said.

His gaze was like saying, 'Give and receive.'.

"Ehem."

Kang Oh furrowed his brows. As he thought, nothing is free in this world.

"Do you know about the Agath monster?"

"Yes." Yeah."

Agath is a bird with blue crystals embedded in its chest. They are also called Thunderbirds.

They are higher than level 120, and most of them live in the Kaistan Gorge.

"I need some of those crystals. But the market didn't sell me the amount I needed. So, I need someone to buy me some Agath Crystals. Soon!" Grano said, stressing 'soon'.

"Hm. Well then, can't you just go and get it yourself?"

"I wanted to, but I couldn't leave the lab that long. I can't tell you specifics either because it's part of my research."

"So you told me to get it for you. That's the only way you're gonna give me information."

"Fright."

Grano nodded his head.

'Go to Kaistan Canyon and hunt Agaths.'

If left to normal level 77 players, they would never voluntarily search for the Kaistan Gorge, where so many Agath lived.

However, Kang Oh was strong enough that he could cover the difference of 50 levels.

"alright. How many Agath Crystals do you need?"

"I need 50 of them."

"That's quite a bit."

"I need at least 50" Grano said, stressing the number 50.

Agath crystals were not really useful; there was no demand for them, and there was no supply either.

Still, since it was a material that came from level 120 monsters, it cost around 3 gold each.

Therefore, 50 Agath Crystals were worth 150 gold. In terms of real-life currency, it is worth 1.5 million won ($1,500 USD)!

Is the Grano information really valuable?

"If you use it well, then it is worth more. If not, then the value is reduced" Grano replied.

'It's all right! I'd rather...'

Kang Oh changed his mind.

Rather than just listening to his information, he would bring Grano to guide him through the desert.

"How many Agath Crystals do I need to get you to come with me to the Baritone Desert?"

"Hm."

Grano stroked his beard.

He was thinking about something carefully.

Kang Oh did not complain and remained silent.

Moments later, Grano said, "It should take about 200 ordinary Agath Crystals and 1 of their leaders to make the device work. I have to go back to the Baritone Desert to make it rain, so I'll do it." Can help you then."

'200 Normal Agath Crystals and 1 from the Agath Leader, yes...'

The Agath crystal of the Agath Leader was worth 20 gold. 200 Agath Crystals were worth 600 gold, so in total, they were all worth 620 gold.

He also had to consider how much time it would take to obtain all of it.

'At most, it will take a month.'

So, is it really worth risking all the time and money on Grano and the information he has?

Grano should not be the only native of the Baritone Desert.

“To be honest, I'm not sure you're accompanying me comparable to the material you requested,” said Kang Oh.

"My presence is worthless; it's worth much more. So much so that there is no comparison."

"Why is that?"

"It is said that there are two oases and seven basements in the Baritone Desert. However, I do know two dungeons that no one else knows. I also know about the four mysterious places. There's only one thing I haven't found in the Baritone Desert! And it's a hidden oasis" Grano said.

His voice reflected the pride he had over his achievements.

Kang Oh is attracted to two dungeons that only he seems to know.

After all, the first discovery feature is just something that applies to users.

In other words, if Kang Oh went to those two dungeons, then he would be the first to find her.

"As expected! So you're a specialist in this field, I get it."

Kang Oh gave her a thumbs up. Kang Oh recognized him as the best in the field.

"That's right."

"All right, we have a deal. I'll give you what you need. After that, let's go to the Baritone Desert together" Kang Oh suggested.

Kang Oh decides that Grano is worth risking over 600 gold.

'I have to use my trump card here.'

If he used it here, that one-month forecast would drop significantly.

"But I want to visit two dungeons that only you know whatever happens."

He will visit two dungeons, as well as a hidden oasis that is said to hold incredible treasures.

Kang Oh will have the chance to produce at least 600 gold between the three locations.

"Two basements ... So you break even, even if you don't find that hidden oasis?"

"Yes." Yeah."

"alright. You have a deal. But I only did it after you got the material" Grano said, and a search appeared.

[Get Agath Crystals]

The research director of water magic, Grano, was one step away from completing his magic device that caused rain.

However, he did not have enough key ingredients: Agath Crystals.

Bring him Agath Crystal and Agath Leader Crystal.

Crystal Agath (0/200)

Agath Leader Crystals (0/1)

Difficulty: Difficult

Condition: Kang Oh only

Gift: Grano accompanies you to the Baritone Desert

"Of course."

Kang Oh accepted the search.

"I'll go now. I have to continue my research."

Gran standing. Kang Oh followed him and extended his hand.

"Let's do your best."

"Indeed."

As soon as they shook hands, Grano returned to his laboratory.

Kang Oh, now alone, sipped his cold tea and set his mind.

'Agath. They're pretty tough.'

Agath gathers the lightning within their crystal and releases it to their enemies. They can fly, too, of course.

Kang Oh and Eder needed about a month to collect 200 Agath Crystals.

'If it's just the two of us, that's it.'

He needs reinforcements.

Someone who can pick birds from afar...

That guy!

* * *

The Kuahk!

Sharp teeth covered in blood. A Kruger opens its mouth wide while chasing a man.

"Dam. I don't think Kruger's gonna get out of there."

It was a man with a handsome face, a slim body, and black curly hair.

Surprisingly, he ran backwards, but at an amazingly fast speed!

The man was preparing his bow.

The bow, in the shape of a silver wing, was certainly a treasure, even at first glance.

He took out a few arrows from where the arrows were mounted on his back and incised them.

"Seup!"

He held his breath and pulled the rope. The rope stiffened, and the bow shaped wings curved.

'Three, two, one... Now!'' now!'

He released his grip and released an arrow.

Ting!

The arrows soared into the air and fell like rain. It was the Archer skill, Arrow Rain!

Kyaw!

Kruger, whose back was hit by the Rain Arrow, roared and ran towards the man.

However, the arrow was coated with a crippling poison, so Kruger's movements were clearly slower than before.

The man took advantage of the opportunity, turned his body around and started running normally instead of retreating.

"Well, I got away."

The man, who was followed by Kruger for some time, wiped his sweat and heaved a sigh of relief.

But he would never realize that something, or someone, even worse had set their sights on him.

Even if he did, he would not be able to escape ...

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