Taehyung, repeatedly stroked his chin as he was thinking about the new feature.
[Choose the growth direction of your faction!]
– Innate Warrior: Awakens the innate combat instincts of the Orc race. As a result, members of your faction will instinctively be skilled fighters without the need for separate training. They will become fearless, move agilely like predators, and execute powerful attacks.
– Artisan Skills: Inherited exceptional craftsmanship comparable to Dwarves. As a result, members of your faction will awaken their abilities as artisans. They will invent remarkable items based on quick ideas and easily handle tasks that require precise craftsmanship.
– Blessing of the Forest: Abundant mana dormant in nature has awakened latent potential. As a result, members of your faction will develop a heightened sensitivity to the intangible energy entrenched in the world. This heightened sensitivity will unlock numerous possibilities.
– Army of the Gods: Members of your faction are warriors sent down to this land to carry out the will of the mighty Orc God. Armed with the powerful divine power bestowed by the Orc god, your faction members will spread the greatness of the Orc god far and wide.
Four growth directions were presented. The choice among them would lead to significant differences.
“Hmm. What should I choose to make a good impression?”
The second option, Artisan Skills, was dismissed first. Among the remaining three, the first – the Innate Warrior – and the fourth – Army of the Gods – seemed the most formidable.
The Innate Warrior option was a natural fit for the combat-loving Orcs, and the Army of the Gods had the significant advantage of wielding divine power.
“But the explanations are somewhat vague.”
Sent down to proclaim the greatness of the Orc god and spread it throughout the world, such a description raised suspicions. It almost seemed like referring to a cult.
Taehyung imagined the Orcs he summoned on Earth, proclaiming the greatness of the Orc god to humans. Perhaps, a religious war might even break out.
“Ugh, it sounds too ambiguous. Let’s pass on this one.”
So, the remaining option was the third one – Blessing of the Forest.
‘What does it mean to become sensitive to intangible energy?’
At first glance, the explanation was ambiguous and challenging to understand. Yet, somehow, he felt like he knew what it meant.
It seemed like they would become able to sense mana better.
“It seems like a good choice.”
In reality, there was no immediate effect. However, it had the highest growth potential.
After all, the intangible energy seemed to refer to mana.
Taehyung was satisfied with this choice.
“Alright, I’ve made my decision.”
[You have chosen the Blessing of the Forest.]
[From now on, the blessing of the natural forces will be bestowed upon your faction.]
That was it. There were no visible effects.
‘It’s quite bland.’
Considering the time spent contemplating, the result felt somewhat lackluster.
Nevertheless, even if the system was unkind, it didn’t lie.
Taehyung believed that this choice would undoubtedly lead to positive results.
‘Anyway, I should think about how to use the shop points.’
With that thought in mind, Taehyung returned to thinking.
***
In the era of Karim!
Under the leadership of the new chief, Karim, the new Blue Axe Orc Tribe was notably different from the one led by Karik.
Unlike the emphasis on stability by the previous chief Karik, Karim was proactive and radical.
On the day of his formal inauguration as chief, Karim gathered all the orcs and delivered a passionate speech.
“The history of our Orc tribe is a history of struggle. Our glorious ancestors always fought. And they always triumphed.”
Karim looked down at the orcs. In his eyes, the authority of a ruler was evident.
Gulp.
The sound of swallowing saliva could be heard, and Karim continued speaking.
“But, we are not doing that. We are weak. We do not know what struggle is. We settle for the comfort of reality. We merely hunt enough prey for our daily sustenance.”
“We are a laughingstock. While our glorious ancestors stood shoulder to shoulder with the human races that dominated the continent, while we are treated like monsters.”
“I want to change that. I want to reclaim the ancient glory achieved by our ancestors. I believe that not only I but also our tribe members who are listening to my words share the same sentiment. So, we must change.”
Karim clenched his fist and extended it forward, expressing a powerful determination.
“Let’s fight. Let’s fight and conquer victory. Crush the enemies blocking our path, gather scattered the other orcs, and build our own orc power.”
A moment of silence.
All the orcs looked up at Karim standing on the podium. In their eyes, a trace of awe could be seen.
No one ignored Karim. In just a few days, he captivated their hearts.
A while later, cheers erupted.
“Wow!”
“Chief Karim! Chief Karim!”
“For the ancient glory!”
“Hail the Orcs!”
***
Right after Karim became the chief.
Karim had a deep conversation with Taehyung.
“My Lord, tell me how to make the tribe stronger. I still have much to learn.”
“There is a saying on Earth, “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be in danger.” It means understanding both the opponent and oneself thoroughly. If you understand the strengths and weaknesses of both sides and enter the battle when the odds are in your favor, you can win. Do you understand?”
“I understand. Knowing the opponent and knowing oneself… Yes, it sounds right. I realize that our Orc tribe hasn’t paid much attention to that. My Lord is indeed remarkable.”
“Remarkable or not, that’s not what I meant. Anyway, that’s the basics. After that, the way I think is…”
It was a very long and profound conversation. That day, Karim engraved in the depths of his heart the various methods that Taehyung taught him.
And, he decided to put them into action.
“First, we need to assess the current situation. Let’s check the equipment status of our tribe. If by any chance, the weapons have rusted or dulled, repair them immediately. And if the armor is worn out, mend it.”
The once peaceful Blue Axe Orc Tribe began to bustle with activity.
Taehyung didn’t distribute weapons or armor separately to the tribe members. To equip all 200 of them would require an overwhelming amount of shop points.
Just as a Mother couldn’t spoon-feed everything to her child, Taehyung decided not to overly pamper them.
Therefore, the busiest person was the tribe’s few blacksmiths. They had to work all day to repair broken, toothless, and rusted axes.
Torn and ripped leather armor was mended by skilled female orcs who excelled in handcrafting.
Not every task could be executed perfectly. Firstly, orcs were not experienced in such meticulous work, and the poor conditions of the village played a significant role.
The problems were abundant, but the skilled workforce was severely lacking. There were far less weapons and armor compared to the available crafting materials in the village.
However, they were undoubtedly making progress. Through careful utilization of available and unavailable materials, they managed to produce the best possible results. Rusty weapons were restored, and leather armor that had become unwearable was now fit for use once again.
According to Taehyung, the most significant achievement was the realization of their own condition. Through this process, they became aware of how pitiful and fragile they were. Moreover, they gained hope that improvement was possible.
After days of extensive work, the Blue Axe Orc Tribe was now prepared.
Meanwhile, Karim gave separate orders to the warriors.
“We need to conduct thorough scouting. Check if there are any unusual circumstances, and confirm whether the dangerous monsters in the central area of the Karzen Great Forest are quiet. Then, report back.”
“Understood.”
“We’ll do it.”
The orc warriors assigned to the mission faithfully carried out their tasks.
Information is gathered systematically. When Karim deemed it sufficient, he made a crucial decision.
“Warriors, the time has come. From now on, we will eradicate the Lizardmen tribe.”
Lizardmen. Though their numbers were fewer than orcs, they possessed tough scales, large stature, and formidable strength. They couldn’t communicate through language, but like orcs, they knew how to wield weapons.
For the orcs of the Karzen Great Forest, Lizardmen were the most threatening enemies, alongside trolls.
“To subjugate the Boiling Blood Orc Tribe, our closest kin, we must eliminate those lizard creatures who settled in the middle.”
Lizardmen. The orcs went wild at the mention of them.
“Alright!”
“Let’s kill them all!”
Those damn reptilian creatures!
The wretched beings who had taken the lives of numerous other orcs!
While other orcs from different regions might not understand, for the orcs living in the Karzen Great Forest, the existence of Lizardmen was a true eyesore.
“They may have been allies in the past, but the situation has changed. I, High Orc Karim, am here. Also, our lord is always watching over us. So, we will not yield!”
Karim clenched his fist and raised it powerfully towards the sky, shouting.
“Good. Warriors, it’s time to march!”
Thus began the legend of High Orc Karim.
In some southern part of the Great Forest, the Lizardmen tribe’s lair.
About 80 Lizardmen gathered in this lair, living peacefully as usual.
Today, as usual, combatants went out to hunt for daily sustenance, and the rest were taking their respective rests.
However, a change occurred.
Thump, thump, thump, thump!
Enormous footsteps. A Lizardman idly wandering near the entrance recognized the source of the sound.
Orcs! Orcs appeared in a large group!
The Lizardman informed his kin of this fact with a pale face.
“Kikit! Kikit, kikit!”
The distinctive chittering sound of Lizardmen echoed continuously. Every Lizardman quickly learned of this news.
“Kikit, kikit, kikit!”
Get your weapons ready!
“Kikit, kikit, kikit, kikit!”
Prepare to fight!
The Lizardmen hurriedly armed themselves. They had to block the incoming orcs.
Unfortunately, a significant number of their combatants had gone out for hunting, leaving a considerable portion unprepared.
Thump, thump, thump, thump!
“Attack!”
“Let’s wipe out all these reptiles!”
The orcs rushed in with overwhelming force. They trampled over the poorly constructed wooden fence and swung sharp axes.
Ching!
Squelch!
“Kierack!”
The frontmost Lizardman resisted the first swing from Karim, who charged at the forefront, but he couldn’t withstand the second one.
Karim lifted the Lizardman’s head high into the air and shouted.
“Let’s make them all like this! Cut off their heads and decorate our village!”
“As expected of our new chief! So powerful!”
“He chopped down a lizard in just two swings!”
“We can’t lose! Show our strength!”
Soon, the massacre by the orcs began.
Taehyung, repeatedly stroked his chin as he was thinking about the new feature.
[Choose the growth direction of your faction!]
– Innate Warrior: Awakens the innate combat instincts of the Orc race. As a result, members of your faction will instinctively be skilled fighters without the need for separate training. They will become fearless, move agilely like predators, and execute powerful attacks.
– Artisan Skills: Inherited exceptional craftsmanship comparable to Dwarves. As a result, members of your faction will awaken their abilities as artisans. They will invent remarkable items based on quick ideas and easily handle tasks that require precise craftsmanship.
– Blessing of the Forest: Abundant mana dormant in nature has awakened latent potential. As a result, members of your faction will develop a heightened sensitivity to the intangible energy entrenched in the world. This heightened sensitivity will unlock numerous possibilities.
– Army of the Gods: Members of your faction are warriors sent down to this land to carry out the will of the mighty Orc God. Armed with the powerful divine power bestowed by the Orc god, your faction members will spread the greatness of the Orc god far and wide.
Four growth directions were presented. The choice among them would lead to significant differences.
“Hmm. What should I choose to make a good impression?”
The second option, Artisan Skills, was dismissed first. Among the remaining three, the first – the Innate Warrior – and the fourth – Army of the Gods – seemed the most formidable.
The Innate Warrior option was a natural fit for the combat-loving Orcs, and the Army of the Gods had the significant advantage of wielding divine power.
“But the explanations are somewhat vague.”
Sent down to proclaim the greatness of the Orc god and spread it throughout the world, such a description raised suspicions. It almost seemed like referring to a cult.
Taehyung imagined the Orcs he summoned on Earth, proclaiming the greatness of the Orc god to humans. Perhaps, a religious war might even break out.
“Ugh, it sounds too ambiguous. Let’s pass on this one.”
So, the remaining option was the third one – Blessing of the Forest.
‘What does it mean to become sensitive to intangible energy?’
At first glance, the explanation was ambiguous and challenging to understand. Yet, somehow, he felt like he knew what it meant.
It seemed like they would become able to sense mana better.
“It seems like a good choice.”
In reality, there was no immediate effect. However, it had the highest growth potential.
After all, the intangible energy seemed to refer to mana.
Taehyung was satisfied with this choice.
“Alright, I’ve made my decision.”
[You have chosen the Blessing of the Forest.]
[From now on, the blessing of the natural forces will be bestowed upon your faction.]
That was it. There were no visible effects.
‘It’s quite bland.’
Considering the time spent contemplating, the result felt somewhat lackluster.
Nevertheless, even if the system was unkind, it didn’t lie.
Taehyung believed that this choice would undoubtedly lead to positive results.
‘Anyway, I should think about how to use the shop points.’
With that thought in mind, Taehyung returned to thinking.
***
In the era of Karim!
Under the leadership of the new chief, Karim, the new Blue Axe Orc Tribe was notably different from the one led by Karik.
Unlike the emphasis on stability by the previous chief Karik, Karim was proactive and radical.
On the day of his formal inauguration as chief, Karim gathered all the orcs and delivered a passionate speech.
“The history of our Orc tribe is a history of struggle. Our glorious ancestors always fought. And they always triumphed.”
Karim looked down at the orcs. In his eyes, the authority of a ruler was evident.
Gulp.
The sound of swallowing saliva could be heard, and Karim continued speaking.
“But, we are not doing that. We are weak. We do not know what struggle is. We settle for the comfort of reality. We merely hunt enough prey for our daily sustenance.”
“We are a laughingstock. While our glorious ancestors stood shoulder to shoulder with the human races that dominated the continent, while we are treated like monsters.”
“I want to change that. I want to reclaim the ancient glory achieved by our ancestors. I believe that not only I but also our tribe members who are listening to my words share the same sentiment. So, we must change.”
Karim clenched his fist and extended it forward, expressing a powerful determination.
“Let’s fight. Let’s fight and conquer victory. Crush the enemies blocking our path, gather scattered the other orcs, and build our own orc power.”
A moment of silence.
All the orcs looked up at Karim standing on the podium. In their eyes, a trace of awe could be seen.
No one ignored Karim. In just a few days, he captivated their hearts.
A while later, cheers erupted.
“Wow!”
“Chief Karim! Chief Karim!”
“For the ancient glory!”
“Hail the Orcs!”
***
Right after Karim became the chief.
Karim had a deep conversation with Taehyung.
“My Lord, tell me how to make the tribe stronger. I still have much to learn.”
“There is a saying on Earth, “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be in danger.” It means understanding both the opponent and oneself thoroughly. If you understand the strengths and weaknesses of both sides and enter the battle when the odds are in your favor, you can win. Do you understand?”
“I understand. Knowing the opponent and knowing oneself… Yes, it sounds right. I realize that our Orc tribe hasn’t paid much attention to that. My Lord is indeed remarkable.”
“Remarkable or not, that’s not what I meant. Anyway, that’s the basics. After that, the way I think is…”
It was a very long and profound conversation. That day, Karim engraved in the depths of his heart the various methods that Taehyung taught him.
And, he decided to put them into action.
“First, we need to assess the current situation. Let’s check the equipment status of our tribe. If by any chance, the weapons have rusted or dulled, repair them immediately. And if the armor is worn out, mend it.”
The once peaceful Blue Axe Orc Tribe began to bustle with activity.
Taehyung didn’t distribute weapons or armor separately to the tribe members. To equip all 200 of them would require an overwhelming amount of shop points.
Just as a Mother couldn’t spoon-feed everything to her child, Taehyung decided not to overly pamper them.
Therefore, the busiest person was the tribe’s few blacksmiths. They had to work all day to repair broken, toothless, and rusted axes.
Torn and ripped leather armor was mended by skilled female orcs who excelled in handcrafting.
Not every task could be executed perfectly. Firstly, orcs were not experienced in such meticulous work, and the poor conditions of the village played a significant role.
The problems were abundant, but the skilled workforce was severely lacking. There were far less weapons and armor compared to the available crafting materials in the village.
However, they were undoubtedly making progress. Through careful utilization of available and unavailable materials, they managed to produce the best possible results. Rusty weapons were restored, and leather armor that had become unwearable was now fit for use once again.
According to Taehyung, the most significant achievement was the realization of their own condition. Through this process, they became aware of how pitiful and fragile they were. Moreover, they gained hope that improvement was possible.
After days of extensive work, the Blue Axe Orc Tribe was now prepared.
Meanwhile, Karim gave separate orders to the warriors.
“We need to conduct thorough scouting. Check if there are any unusual circumstances, and confirm whether the dangerous monsters in the central area of the Karzen Great Forest are quiet. Then, report back.”
“Understood.”
“We’ll do it.”
The orc warriors assigned to the mission faithfully carried out their tasks.
Information is gathered systematically. When Karim deemed it sufficient, he made a crucial decision.
“Warriors, the time has come. From now on, we will eradicate the Lizardmen tribe.”
Lizardmen. Though their numbers were fewer than orcs, they possessed tough scales, large stature, and formidable strength. They couldn’t communicate through language, but like orcs, they knew how to wield weapons.
For the orcs of the Karzen Great Forest, Lizardmen were the most threatening enemies, alongside trolls.
“To subjugate the Boiling Blood Orc Tribe, our closest kin, we must eliminate those lizard creatures who settled in the middle.”
Lizardmen. The orcs went wild at the mention of them.
“Alright!”
“Let’s kill them all!”
Those damn reptilian creatures!
The wretched beings who had taken the lives of numerous other orcs!
While other orcs from different regions might not understand, for the orcs living in the Karzen Great Forest, the existence of Lizardmen was a true eyesore.
“They may have been allies in the past, but the situation has changed. I, High Orc Karim, am here. Also, our lord is always watching over us. So, we will not yield!”
Karim clenched his fist and raised it powerfully towards the sky, shouting.
“Good. Warriors, it’s time to march!”
Thus began the legend of High Orc Karim.
In some southern part of the Great Forest, the Lizardmen tribe’s lair.
About 80 Lizardmen gathered in this lair, living peacefully as usual.
Today, as usual, combatants went out to hunt for daily sustenance, and the rest were taking their respective rests.
However, a change occurred.
Thump, thump, thump, thump!
Enormous footsteps. A Lizardman idly wandering near the entrance recognized the source of the sound.
Orcs! Orcs appeared in a large group!
The Lizardman informed his kin of this fact with a pale face.
“Kikit! Kikit, kikit!”
The distinctive chittering sound of Lizardmen echoed continuously. Every Lizardman quickly learned of this news.
“Kikit, kikit, kikit!”
Get your weapons ready!
“Kikit, kikit, kikit, kikit!”
Prepare to fight!
The Lizardmen hurriedly armed themselves. They had to block the incoming orcs.
Unfortunately, a significant number of their combatants had gone out for hunting, leaving a considerable portion unprepared.
Thump, thump, thump, thump!
“Attack!”
“Let’s wipe out all these reptiles!”
The orcs rushed in with overwhelming force. They trampled over the poorly constructed wooden fence and swung sharp axes.
Ching!
Squelch!
“Kierack!”
The frontmost Lizardman resisted the first swing from Karim, who charged at the forefront, but he couldn’t withstand the second one.
Karim lifted the Lizardman’s head high into the air and shouted.
“Let’s make them all like this! Cut off their heads and decorate our village!”
“As expected of our new chief! So powerful!”
“He chopped down a lizard in just two swings!”
“We can’t lose! Show our strength!”
Soon, the massacre by the orcs began.
