The Skeleton Magician’s Play Diary
Vol. 1 - Ch. 11 - Nightmare of the Northern Mountains

A new chapter begins!

 Relying on the map, I proceeded northeast from the forest in the west. The enemies along the way were not much, and some who were there were defeated instantly, especially with the use of evolved magic. One of the reasons for this is probably the change in equipment. The [magic effect increase] and [magic power increase] of the wand of Horai are robust.

 Furthermore, the servants summoned by the masked skulls were sturdier and more vital than ever and could beat Brown Bear to death in a two-on-one fight. It is undoubtedly thanks to the [Strengthening of Necromancy].

 The equipment is the best of both worlds in terms of quality and rarity. Let's continue to use it with care. That is why the other equipment is so poor, but we can do nothing about it because there is no solution. What will will be?

 And so I arrived at the foot of the northern mountains. Shall I inform Iris that I have come to the foot of the mountain? There are no new posts. I guess she is waiting quietly.

131. Isamu

I have arrived at the foot of the mountain.

132. Iris

Oh, Mr. Isamu! Please run now!

133. Isamu

What? Why? What's going on?

134. Iris

Right now, the top players in the strategy group are mountain-hunting! They will kill you just for being a demon!

135. Isamu

Aren't you in danger too?

136. Iris

I'm fine! So please hide or run away!

Iris told me to run away, but I am not the kind of guy who would run away.

"There he is, right there!" I spotted the Goblin which was feared by every child in the town.

"Drive them down!"

 Oops, there are players. They are well equipped. The "attackers", as they say, seem to be chasing something. What are they after...that little ogre goblin? They're often among the weakest in the game, but why go after such creatures? Let's see what happens.

"Ggah!"

"No one will get the head of the nightmare! We'll definitely hunt it down ourselves!"

"I'm going to make a name for myself and show that scruffy is just a creature and what he's made of!" "Let's go!"

 I was in quite a hurry to not even strip it down. Let's analyze. From the word "hazing," it is clear that the opponent's target is the kobold goblin. Next, is the word "nightmare", In other words, their goal is to hunt down "kobold goblin called nightmares," right?

 I will thank them for telling me everything I need to know. I don't know who the skanky harem guy is, and I'm not interested but I'll have to report this to Iris.

137. Isamu

Oh, sorry. I was passing by a player. Are you safe?

138. Iris

Ha, yes! I'm fine! Are you fine too?

139. Isamu

Yes. By the way, I'd like to ask you, it seems that their target is "a little goblin called Nightmare". Also, do you recognize the "scruffy harem guy"?

140. Iris

Well, they are both famous...do you know them?

141. Isamu

No, I didn't use the board, I was reserved most of my time.

142. Iris

I see. Well, let me explain.

First...................................................................

 According to Iris's explanation, the "kobold goblin called Nightmare" is a strong kobold goblin who lives in the northern mountains. The "scantily clad harem guy" is a handsome player who is as popular as the main character in a light novel.

 I don't know much about the goblin, but I sure would never get along with the harem guy. This is not because of jealousy, but because he is a semi-official hero who has received the blessing of Earl, the "Goddess of Light and Order". I don't know if it's a term of endearment or ridicule, but he is commonly known as "Mr. Brave".

 I am a villainous role player. There is no way I can be friends with the "righteous" side Baby Face, etc.,. I should probably be the first to kill them when I encounter them.

"Gishaaaaaaaah!"

 As I was having these fantasies, ripping cries and sounds of battle began to echo from the depths of the dense forest. From the sound, it must have been players fighting the Nightmare goblin.

"I'll just have to get on board, won't I?"

 If I had facial muscles and skin on my face, I am sure I would have a face that every person would call evil.

But, before I go, I think I'll say a few words to Iris.

154. Isamu

Iris, did you hear that sound? I am going there.

155. Iris

Whew! You will die if you go there alone.

156. Isamu

There is a huge chance that kobold goblin might be a player, right? So I'll go. Demon types help each other.

157. Iris

Mr. Isam....

158. Isamu

Then, we can meet and discuss after the battle is over.

 There I go. Now, let's get going. I've got to make my entrance as dramatic as possible!

 My name is Jigoro. I'm just an ordinary FSW player. The only difference between me and others is that I like fighting a little more than others and am a demon-type character.

"Gishaaaaaaaah!"

 I let out a spirited yell as I charge into a guy with a shield, in front of me. His shield blocked my raging fist, but it's not the torso I'm after, it's the leg!

"Goooooooo!"

"Shah!"

 I kicked him a little lower in the knees. I may look tiny, but I lightly broke the knee with my enhanced muscle strength, thanks to my ability skills. I ripped the neck of a guy who was knocked out of position from my claw.

"You son of a bitch!"

"How dare you!"

 There were still two guys left from the group. They were probably angry about their friend's death. They started to charge at me.

 I jumped into the opponent's pocket on the right from my side, crushed the distance, and stuck my fingers in both eyes.

 The guy was screaming. I shoved him in the eye and grabbed his neck with my other hand. I'm not proud of my grip strength.

"Chi, damn it!"

"Geggggggggggghhhh."

 The last one was crazy, swinging his spear around like a madman. I caught the tip of his spear and pulled it toward me with all my might.

 Then, he slammed his knee and fell on his face, destroying his whole face. With this, the six members of a group were defeated.

 This is a good place. There is no one to complain to even if you go all out. I do martial arts in real life, but it's boring in here because of the stupid rules.

 Fighting is, after all, a way in which you kill your enemy with bare hands. That's what my master taught me. Eye thrusts, metal blows, biting, aiming at vital points, and breaking joints. In the rules of sports, these things are forbidden, nothing lethal is allowed. But here, I can use them. I couldn't be happier with the world!

"That's enough!"

"Gah?"

 What? You know, people were in a good mood and were soaking up the afterglow. Don't interrupt me, you son of a bitch.

Looks like some idiot got away with it."

That's fine. They didn't know why they were there in the first place."

 I saw a few people in shining armor. Eighteen people from three groups? They are definitely here to kill me.

"You're the abnormal from species of kobold goblin, aren't you? I will take you down!" He said to me.

"Abnormal species, huh? I'm just a regular little goblin. I'm almost ready to evolve."

 I mean, did these guys get together to kill me? So basically I'm the reason for these many groups of people here?

"You're more than welcome here!"

"Shaaaaaaaaaah!"

「 Oh! 」

 Damn, it's hard to fight. They're putting up big shields to defend themselves. It's like trying to hurt a turtle.

 I repeatedly slammed my fist into it in rapid succession, but I could only dent it, not shatter it. If I had evolved, I might have been able to shatter it.

"Magic, fire!"

"Gah!"

 When I stopped, colorful magic rained down on me like a hailstorm. I immediately jumped backward in a zig-zag motion, but I couldn't avoid it and got hit by a few.

"Keaaaaaaaaaaaah!"

Hah!"

"Don't let him get away!"

"Geez!"

 This guy, the first one in armor charged at me once or twice. He's got a nice sword! The other woman also has good combat skills. This is gonna be hard.

"Fuck!"

 I turned my upper body around to avoid the two swords and then turned my back to put my hands on the ground. Then I stood on my head and kicked them with both feet simultaneously. I'm a juggler myself!

"Aah!"

"Ggh, yes, now!"

"Geeaaaah!"

 ' Damn, now magic and arrows are flying at me! I can't avoid it!'

 I stood up, whipping my body, which has been damaged by some magic. I haven't lost yet. If I haven't failed, I stand up and fight. That's what my master taught me.

 I see. So you guys want to make sure you get me, right? It would be easy to surround one person and beat him up. But you don't get beat up for free. I am now going to kill as many of you as I can.

You have received a group application from Isam.

Do you want to join the group?

YES/NO

 What the hell is this? Who's Isamu? And he wants me to apply for a group in this condition? Is this guy an idiot?

 Well, come on. I'm a fighting fool too. If we're both fools, let's fight together, Mr. Isamu!

Application from Isaam accepted.

I participated in the group name "Inhuman Brothers".

"... What's with this lame name?" The moment I thought that the forest was covered in darkness."

Jigoro accepted the application.

Jigoro joined the group name "Inhuman Brothers".

 Okay, here we go. I'm glad this game can send a group request - which allows players to form alliances - to an isolated player in battle.

"Magic Boost, Magic Boost, Twin Trap Line Installation..."

The combats of nightmares are tremendous. This is it. This is a real cheat.

 Now that we can control our avatars as we would our own bodies, we can recreate almost anything we can do in reality. It would be more comfortable to think we have wandered into another world. Movements that only a few athletes and martial artists can do in fact can be done in games with the system's assistance. I read in a column somewhere that this is the best part of VR games.

 So what happens when someone who can do that move in real life plays a game? For example, there is a technique called "Shoken-tsuki". When you use it in a game, it usually consumes some resources or is disabled for a certain period of time until it is used again.

However, those who can do it in real life can use the same movement continuously without any consumption and without any restrictions. They are cheaters who ignore the game system and dominate the game world.

 To balance the system, it seems that nowadays it is common to have additional effects or increased power when using system assists. However, there are still many real cheaters among the top players in every game, and this is a frustrating barrier in the gaming industry, according to a five-page article in a newspaper.

 Jigorou is probably a typical example. Furthermore, all of his cries that I heard through [linguistics] were joyful laughter. He is belligerent, or rather, a fighting maniac. Hence, he seems to have caused more damage. As a result, it was essential to form a strike team.

 It would be a shame to throw away a relationship with such a man. It would be a significant waste! That's why I will do everything I can to help him. I will create a situation where I can enjoy what I want, the fight! Come on, let's go with a bang! "The Black Field of the Dark Realm!"

 Blacklight gushed from my wand. A part of the northern mountain was enveloped in darkness.

Name: Isam

Race: moving skeleton Lv9

Occupation: Apprentice Magician Lv9

Title: Seeker of the Truth

   Those who have earned the title

   The Heretic

  Juniors dominating seniors

   Ingenious scheme

   The One Who Transcends Trials

Ability skill: Remaining SP 136

   [Wand] Lv 12

   [Magic Control] Lv14

   [Earth Magic] Lv9

   [Water Magic] Lv9

   [Fire Magic] Lv10 max!→[Fire Magic] Lv0 new!

   [Wind Magic] Lv9

  [Dark Magic] Lv1

  [No magic] Lv10 max!→[No magic] Lv0 new!

   [Summoning] Lv9

   [Granting Technique] Lv6

   [Magic circle] Lv8

   [Necromancy] Lv6

   [Spellcraft] Lv5

   [Trap Magic] Lv6

   [Archaeology] Lv7

   [Linguistics] Lv5

   [Pharmacy] Lv7

   [Alchemy] Lv7

   [Appraisal] Lv9

 [Night vision] Lv-

   [Covert] Lv9

   [Stealthy Footsteps] Lv8

   [Surprise Attack] Lv6

   [State Abnormality Disable] Lv-

   [Light Attribute Vulnerable] Lv6

   [Strike Fragility] Lv10

Specific Ability Unique Skills

   Blessings of Yifa.