Level 99 NPCs and Their Laughable Weaknesses!

A group of Rogue Players were now filled with regret.

"If I had known it was this easy, I would have signed up right away!"

"Yes, I only have one feeling right now, and that is regret, deep regret."

The players were frustrated watching the soldiers fleeing in disarray from the fortress.

With such high walls, they didn't throw away a single stone?

Even if you throw it away, it won't do you any good; that terrifying Green Giant Python burrowed in from underground.

But you have to at least give something in return, right?

It would make it seem like their decision not to participate was the right one, or at least that there was a risk involved.

However, the minimum number of soldiers in feudal dynasties was far lower than they imagined.

He actually shouted and ran away.

This is far inferior to even the village Patrol Team.

At least the Patrol Team can hold out for a long time when faced with attacks from monsters; some casualties are necessary before anyone flees.

Clearly, the Rogue Players often mingled with the village Patrol Team had a misunderstanding about the town's soldiers.

They assumed that since the enemy was around level 20 or 30, and possessed the morale and fighting spirit of a village Patrol Team, their side would have to pay a considerable price.

In fact, these soldiers didn't know their own level—they weren't players and didn't have a stat panel.

Their rankings are displayed to players in the game to measure the difference in combat power.

These ordinary soldiers, lacking advanced Person Appraisal Technique, were unaware of their own level and the player's level, and therefore, were also unaware of the actual difference in combat strength between the two sides.

Seeing that the enemy outnumbered them, their morale plummeted. Then, seeing that the monsters had entered the city, and with this coordinated attack from the outside, how could they not flee?

And since they are all people who spend a lot of time online, they naturally don't want to be among the victims.

If you regret it, you have to make amends.

These players quickly took on the task of clearing the fortress, searching for remaining enemies, and preventing sabotage.

The escaped Clerk He and guards were cornered by the overly eager players who were looking to show off.

Seven or eight soldiers, trembling with fear, blocked Clerk He and the garrison commander under the city wall.

In reality, the other party had nowhere to escape.

What good would it do to escape the fortress?

This is an island.

The island is inhabited by monsters, strange creatures, and wild beasts.

The Four Village Company simply cleared away the strange things along the future trade route and within a few hundred meters of it.

There are plenty more in the wild.

Besides, the strange creatures don't die; they simply wither away.

After withering, it will be reborn.

To put it bluntly, Ordinary Player, especially hardcore gamers, are quite similar to weirdos.

What do you want?

"We are government troops stationed here," Clerk He said, his tone sharp but his voice weak as he shielded the guards in front of him.

"You don't want to be held accountable by the imperial court two years from now, do you?"

The players looked at each other in bewilderment, then burst into laughter.

"Bullshit, who cares about what's happening two years from now?"

"Exactly! With two years to develop, I'd be off somewhere having a good time!"

"Quickly arrest them and hand them over to the big boss for disposal, and while we're at it, grab a ticket for the ship!"

"That's right, those are Free Attribute Points. The more you accumulate, the better, because many professions have attribute restrictions."

That's what they said, but not a single player actually went forward. They all just stood at a distance, brandishing swords, spears, and bows and arrows, trying to scare people with empty words.

"Put down your weapons immediately! We'll treat the officers well!"

"You wouldn't want to have a few more holes in your bodies, would you?"

"See that giant python from before? That's my buddy. I just call out to it, and it comes right over!"

The garrison commander listened with trepidation.

Although he has a high level of 35, he is actually much stronger than these players.

But he dared not fight these Descenders.

They only get a few taels of silver a month in military pay, why risk their lives like that!

In this godforsaken place, you can't even get a salary without working!

Because you can only send it after you get back alive.

The civil officials in the Ministry of Revenue of the imperial court were very shrewd.

Those who can't go back, those who died on the island, don't need to send messages.

All cases should be treated as missing persons; the so-called "death" is nonexistent.

Without death, there is no death compensation.

Of course, if they were both scholars, out of consideration for the literati community, then the "death" could be recorded at the discretion of the authorities.

For example, even though Clerk He is just a clerk, he is a proper scholar, and his death can be officially recorded.

As for this garrison commander, his death would only be recorded as. "On such and such a date, he went out and never returned."

These martial artists only received a start-up fee at the very beginning of their journey.

"Wait, Liu Shoubei, hurry up and rush out to call Lin Bantou over!"

"Lin Bantou? Is there such a person?" Liu Shoubei asked doubtfully.

"Yes, it's Lin Zhongxian, who was exiled with me. He offended someone in the capital, and after arriving, I sent him to guard the warehouse," Clerk He said hurriedly.

"Is he capable?"

"If you were incompetent, how could you offend people in the capital and still be alive guarding this warehouse?" Clerk He retorted.

Hearing this, Liu Shoubei stopped questioning and mustered his courage.

"Roar!"

A wave of sound roared forward.

It startled the players in front of them.

"Wow, this NPC is awesome!"

A group of Rogue Players who were just shouting loudly have now decisively run away, while a few fools are still forcibly logging off.

He's obviously a new Rogue Players just got access to the game.

These people were lucky; they were born after the Canxue unified the four villages.

Clerk He and Liu Shoubei were dumbfounded.

That's it?

"Damn it, they were all show and no substance. We were careless!"

"Brothers, let's fight our way back!"

Suddenly feeling confident in himself, Clerk He drew a Scholar's Sword and led the charge.

Liu Shoubei followed closely behind.

The players scattered frantically, not a single one turning back to engage the enemy.

"Quickly, get to the warehouse and protect the ships!"

"Clerk He roared."

Soon, a group of defeated soldiers from the town followed the two men to the large warehouse.

They hadn't been close for long when suddenly, a group of cold-blooded, armored soldiers blocked their way.

At this moment, the Puppet Best. Qingcheng*Bored and was standing on the top of the warehouse, looking at the battlefield below.

"What a shoddy operation! I just used a little trick and took over this warehouse," he said dismissively.

"Hmph, I told you long ago, people are the most unreliable thing. Organizing them is a painstaking effort, and they can betray you at any time. Loyalty only lasts for a short period of time." The Puppet Best a knowing look on his face.

"Send out your puppets, give them a little shock, but remember not to kill them."

"Of course, these are valuable sources of information, as well as materials for puppets."

Then, "Puppet Best" waved his hand, and the armored soldiers immediately surrounded him.

A forest of spears thrust forward simultaneously.

Clerk He immediately took two steps back, protecting Liu Shoubei and the others in front of him.

And at this time...

Liu Shoubei drew his steel saber and parried the spear.

Fortunately, after the collision, he realized that the other person's strength was not as great as his own, but not much less either.

The advantage lies with me.

He then engaged the other party in a fight.

Before long, he had routed more than a dozen puppet armored soldiers.

His Hundred Battles Saber Technique lived up to the level 35 requirement, truly reaching the advanced stage.

Before long, he broke through the array of armored soldiers.

He found an opening and slashed down hard.

He severed the leg joint of an armored soldier!

This happens to be the weakest point in the puppet's defenses, because it's too sturdy to move around freely.

Like the tracks of a tank, it is also the weakest point.

As Liu Shoubei fought valiantly, he cut down more than a dozen armored golems one by one.

However, he was very cunning; he only crippled the other person's leg, without taking his life.

"Very good, Liu Shoubei, continue forward. When we get back, I will petition the court for your commendation!" Clerk He shouted.

However, the next moment, a strong wind swept in.

Liu Shoubei couldn't help but cover his eyes.

The gale subsided, and a huge White Wolf appeared directly in front of him.

The White Wolf was over five meters tall, looking down at him as if he were a little chick.

With a loud crash!

His blood-stained steel knife fell to the ground.

"Thump!"

His unyielding knees buckled and he collapsed to the ground.

"Grandpa, spare me!"

Bored, he shook his head and said, "It seems that at this stage, your puppet can only scare people."

"Hmph, it's just that the materials and crafting level aren't high enough. Once they are, they'll be invincible, much better than half-hearted players."

"Among those players, some are just as strong as the puppet, but none of them dare to go into battle." The Puppet Best didn't seem to feel particularly discouraged.

Her puppetry skills have a strategic advantage and long-term potential.

"Whatever makes you happy. They are indeed better than the players. Players can only do logistics, yet they all insist on learning combat professions. They're just idiots," he said with disdain.

The advantage of skilled players over novice players lies in their strategic vision.

"Yes, now that there are powerful players with Canxue protecting them, Rogue Players don't need to worry about being hunted. They should focus on developing support roles. The higher the role level, the greater the value, and the higher the priority for protection."

"Even if they build up their own combat power, if the Canxue powerhouses can't withstand it, won't they still be hunted down by the Corporate Players?" The Puppet Best understood this very well.

Unfortunately, while that's the truth, very few players actually do it.

Two days later.

Elder Council Hall in East Wolf Village.

Gao Linzhi looked at the two low-ranking officials of the Sky Wolf Dynasty who had been captured.

They weren't officials; they were just clerks.

One was He Bichang, the clerk of Panlong Town, and the other was Liu Qi, the garrison commander.

Although it was called a garrison commander, his position was actually similar to that of a head constable; it was just a different title.

The proper imperial guards were all sixth-rank military officers.

All I can say is that when you're out in the world, you give yourself that identity, and being called a "guard" can intimidate some people.

"You scoundrel, you actually besieged the imperial fortress! This is treason! Your entire family will be exterminated!"

Before Gao Linzhi could even speak about disciplining the two men, Clerk He was the first to start scolding them.

Gao Linzhi ignored him and only said to the guard:

"Do you want to die or live?"

"I want to live! I'll do whatever you command, sir. I hope you'll spare my life, considering we have no past grudges."

Most martial artists know what's good for them.

Or rather, they are even less bothered by the lack of shame.

After all, on the battlefield, it's common to fight and travel with your pants down; what's the point of having any shame?

"Very good, stand aside for now, and you'll be the Vice Captain in the village from now on, to see how you perform." Gao Linzhi casually assigned this Liu Shoubei.

"Thank you so much, sir. I will serve you with all my heart and soul." Liu Shoubei, breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, the other party wasn't ruthless, and I survived.

"What? Liu Qi, you actually betrayed the imperial court and joined the traitors? Aren't you afraid that two years later, when the imperial court sends people, your family will suffer?" Clerk He said angrily.

"Old He, let's wait two more years before talking about it. I think you should hurry up and apologize to the master." Liu Qi meant well.

"Hmph, kill me if you want! I, He, will never bow down to traitors!" Clerk He, straightening his neck.

"Well said!"

Just then, a hearty voice rang out from the Council Hall.

A middle-aged man with a bushy beard walked in.

He wore a round-necked hat, carried a long spear with a red tassel on his back, and was over eight feet tall; he was clearly a tall and imposing man.

Gao Linzhi activated his "Person Appraisal Technique".

Name: Lin Zhongxian

Level: 55.

"Spear Master, Expert Level Gun Skills, Expert Level Footwork, Expert Level Evasion, Expert Level Defense, Expert Level Eagle Eye..."

Good heavens, this is the strongest NPC Gao Linzhi has ever seen, including demons.

Of course, the bizarre bosses are an exception.

But the next moment, the Person Appraisal Technique provided new information:

"Weakness: Members of the imperial court Nuonuo to the court's orders and dare not disobey."

Very good, a typical low-level government official.

No matter how powerful they are, they are still afraid of the imperial court's reprimand.

Because the imperial court was more powerful than him, his family had to rely on the imperial court for their livelihood.

If that's the case, then it's easier to handle.

Gao Linzhi stood up and asked, "May I ask who this hero is?"

"Lin Bantou, hurry and get me out of here!"

"What were you doing all this time? Thieves invaded, and you weren't on duty?" Clerk He complained, but his feet didn't stop. With his hands tied behind his back, he ran up behind Lin Zhongxian.

"Clerk He, I am very sorry. I heard from a villager that there were wolves outside, so I went out to hunt them and came back late." The seemingly forthright Lin Zhongxian immediately became cautious and smiled apologetically when he heard Clerk He's reprimand.

His original heroic spirit has vanished, leaving only the typical image of a lowly clerk within the system.

"Alright, alright, quickly capture these thieves and reclaim the Treasure Ship!" Clerk He ordered directly.

"Yes, yes, I'll untie you first." Lin Zhongxian reached out, and the sturdy rope snapped instantly.

Those hands were like sharp blades.

"Hmph, what a fine man, actually becoming a lackey for the imperial court, how laughable," Xu Gou mocked from the side.

"Gentlemen, I apologize." Lin Zhongxian did not refute Xu Gou's words, but simply drew his spear and pointed it at Gao Linzhi.

In Gao Linzhi's mind, the Minimap's warning sounded loudly.

A large, bright red dot appeared.

Clearly, the game's AI judged this Lin Zhongxian to be a very high threat level.

However, Gao Linzhi changed the situation with just one sentence:

"Lin Bantou, you don't want the imperial court to find out about your dereliction of duty, do you?"

"What do you mean?" Lin Zhongxian was immediately thrown into disarray, and the tip of his spear dropped three inches.

"Heh, you were supposed to be guarding the warehouse, but you weren't on duty, and we took the Treasure Ship."

"If you make a move, I will immediately have the Treasure Ship burned. You should know the rules of the court. Losing Treasure Ship while guarding a warehouse is a capital offense, and the family members will also be sentenced to hard labor and exiled to an island three thousand miles away," Gao Linzhi said calmly.

Lin Zhongxian was stunned.

Because what the other party said is completely correct.

He did indeed make a mistake in this matter. His mistake was that he acted out of kindness. A soldier in the town said that his brother had been kidnapped by wolves, so he went to rescue him.

"Could it be that you orchestrated this?" Lin Zhongxian was immediately enraged. "You are truly despicable!"