Wilderness Hunter

"Give up? Leave?"

"Oh dear—how could this be?"

Linsey's expression was subtle.

Even if you haven't personally experienced those extreme environments.

But it was in some post-apocalyptic survival or wilderness survival games that he realized what his current situation was.

"We can't take chances."

"In the worst-case scenario, other humans are also seen as a resource."

Linsey abandoned all illusions.

He was assessing the current situation based on the worst-case scenario.

This group chose to leave probably because they felt they couldn't handle the refugee caravan, so they went to seek support from other companions!

Linsey quickly packed up the tent and walked towards the group of refugees at the back.

People are still happily dealing with the corpse of the Barren Earth Imp.

Upon seeing Linsey approach, Hammer immediately rushed over with a fawning, even somewhat apprehensive expression:

"Lord Linsey, is there anything I can help you with?"

Linsey points south:

"Just now, a group of ten humans appeared over there. They seemed to have ill intentions. After observing for a while, they chose to leave."

Upon hearing Linsey's explanation, Hammer's expression changed drastically, and he immediately turned to the others and shouted:

"Everyone, pack your things, we're leaving right now!"

Kate, one of the two Awakened, was somewhat curious about this:

"Grandpa, what's wrong?"

Hammer replied with a grim expression:

"It's the Wilderness Hunter —don't ask so many questions, let's go!"

The entire group of refugees sprang into action at Hammer's command.

"Kui Gang, take the meat over there. Just bleed it out, we can do the processing later!"

"Mom, am I sleepy?"

"Honey, let Mom carry you away. We'll be busy tonight, but we'll get some rest tomorrow!"

The refugees, both young and old, organized themselves.

They had a clear division of labor; some quickly packed the food they had just received, while others swiftly gathered up the scattered campsites, moving with remarkable speed.

Reality forced them to develop this ability.

Linsey watched the whole process from the sidelines.

After directing the men to pack up the camp, Hammer said to Linsey with a bitter expression:

"Lord Linsey, what do you say tonight..."

Linsey understood the other party's meaning and replied directly:

"I can travel without sleep or rest, so you don't need to worry about my rest."

"Instead of this, you'd better tell me who these people are."

"Judging from your expression, you must know what's going on, right?"

Hammer's face lit up with joy when he heard that Linsey was willing to travel overnight.

He quickly explained:

"They are the Wilderness Hunter!"

"Aside from the Awakeners of the Green Swamp, the most popular profession in this world is that of a hunter. This is because they are often able to find prey and are very skilled in other aspects of their activities in the Wasteland."

"..."

Upon hearing this answer, Linsey was momentarily speechless.

He never expected that the skills of one of his teachers, Dan, Hidden Borderlands, would 'shine' under such circumstances.

But that is indeed the case.

Given the hunters' exceptional Wilderness Survival skills, they certainly deserve such a status in a world where resources are scarce.

Hammer couldn't decipher Linsey's subtle expression, so he cautiously asked:

"My lord, I do not know what your skill level is or what stage it is at."

"But those Wilderness Hunter, I've heard that some of them can even advance to the third or even Fourth Stage! I'm afraid that's not something we can handle."

"..."

Can it deal with awakened beings in the third or even Fourth Stage?

Linsey didn't even know how to answer.

To be honest—that would make him seem very arrogant. His simple, traditional values from his past life made him embarrassed to speak like that.

But if you lie to someone because of this, that feels even stranger.

"I..."

"I guess I'm barely at Fourth Stage?"

Linsey chose to answer in a more moderate way.

Upon hearing this result, Hammer was overjoyed beyond measure, even somewhat flustered and at a loss for what to do.

He paced back and forth in the same spot:

"Fourth Stage, Fourth Stage!"

"Isn't that just one realm away from becoming a legendary Ascender?"

"You are a powerhouse of this level!"

Linsey replied with an awkward laugh:

"In any case, let's leave quickly. It's never good to get into a conflict with others."

Linsey's attitude of avoiding battle surprised Hammer, who was used to the Wasteland land.

But when he thought about the man's background, he understood.

"No problem, I'll do whatever you say!"

Hammer turned and urged the crowd on:

"Everyone, let's go! Even with Lord Linsey's protection, running into those hunters is no good!"

In less than fifteen minutes, the team regrouped and began their journey through the night.

But unlike during the daytime journey, this time Linsey did not walk in front.

He stayed at the back of the team.

While following the refugees in front of him, he also organized his Attribute Panel.

After killing this batch of Barren Earth Imp tonight, the achievement in the [Hunting Notes] will reach the First Stage, and you can claim the reward.

[Title: Barren Earth Imp Slayer - Makes attacking Barren Earth Imp easier and increases the chance of hitting their vital points.]

[Jewelry: Barren Earth Imp Pendant]

[This is a beginner achievement reward item. When worn, it provides the wearer with a certain amount of Blunt Resistance.]

[These achievement items possess both practical and collectible value, and are quite valuable to ordinary adventurers.]

"Very valuable..."

"But I don't need this attribute anymore."

Linsey spoke with emotion.

The [Barren Earth Imp Pendant] is a small and exquisite claw-shaped pendant that looks tiny and cute, reminding him of the [Ice Badger Claw Pendant] he once had.

That thing provided Linsey with initial cold resistance in the freezing cold.

Later, during their adventure in the Black Mountain, the task was handed over to Red, who was afraid of the hot weather. At this time, they should still be with each other.

Thinking about it now, I really miss it.

However, as an accessory of the same level, for Linsey, whose total Constitution is now over 100, the defensive bonus provided by the [Barren Earth Imp Pendant] is even less than the natural defense of his muscles and skin!

"In a game, if I were an elite monster, I should have a 'Resistant Skin' prefix, right?"

"Could it be an elite monster? It can't be a boss, can it?"

Linsey shrugged and glanced at the materials for crafting the Barren Earth Imp.

"Barren Earth Imp Summoning Staff, Barren Claw Gauntlets, Barren Claw Spear..."

As expected, these Prey Material could only be used to craft basic equipment, and there was almost nothing of value in them.

"Lord Linsey, is it time for us to hit the road?!"

Just then, Hammer's anxious shouts came from ahead.

When Linsey slowed down a bit while inspecting the harvest, Hammer, who was in front of her and concerned about the safety of the team, immediately became nervous.

Linsey waved her hand:

"No problem, I'm coming right away."

Linsey answered that way, but still didn't chase after them immediately.

He squatted down and took out a short sword from his bag.

Following Dan's instructions, he left behind a warning that only the hunters could discern before leaving with the group.