Arcane Sniper [Matan’s Shooter]

Following Chiyou and Ewin’s quick orders, they also forced a night attack. Alexander flew over the heads of Minis’ soldiers and advanced in front of them breaking the darkness.

 [As expected, humans are interesting. Why are you fighting like this without being able to see through the night.]

“Bailephus, we do not intend to break through the darkness because the human eye is not good at night.”

[What do you mean?]

“We are only trying to break through the minds of the enemy. That is human.”

[As expected of an arrogant race. Trying to dig up the thoughts of an invisible enemy while not being able to see in front properly.]

“That is human nature.”

Shyuuuu一!

Alexander sat on Bailephus and talked with the gold dragon in the night breeze. It was always a pleasure to enjoy the privileges that only you could enjoy on Middle Earth.

[I have no interest in human nature. I just want to end this pointless war as soon as possible.]

“You and I- for the sake of justice.”

[Yes. In order to achieve that goal, the only opponent that we should focus on is the magic swordsman, Lee Jiwon.]

Bailephus’ voice grew louder.

The concept of Soul Link’s skill was unknown, but both Alexander and Bailephus knew that he was a dangerous person.

“……But he is the strongest man in the human world. Do we not need his strength for our purposes?”

Alexander’s participation in this war was not just because of his contract.

This was to prevent humans from getting weakened by something that Bailephus discovered. In other words, he participated because they had to prepare while preserving the strength of humanity, that is, the strength of the ‘users’ as much as possible.

It was contradictory to say that Lee Jiwon would be killed in order to end the war after participating in the war with the grand purpose of preserving humanity’s strength.

“Even in the words of that spy and the commander-in-chief, there’s no word to kill Lee Jiwon. All I could do was to get rid of as many Fibiel troops as possible. I can also kill any number of low-level users. Bailephus, there’s nothing to fear while I am with you. However, there’s a deep chasm in the heart of humans and they hate each other.”

For Bailephus and Alexander’s purpose, low-level users were not helpful. It meant that he could kill any number of them. However, what if he killed Lee Jiwon once?

Alexander was concerned about that.

Lee Jiwon, who had already threatened to kill him, will not listen to Alexander.

[Alexander. You are the executor and defender of justice together with me My only human friend in Middle Earth. I am a dragon.]

Although they had been together for a long time in Middle Earth, there was still something Alexander did not know about the nature of dragons.

Gold Dragons are a race for good.

They are the leader of Metal Dragons who protects justice.

[As a dragon, I have no intention of leaving any power that is a threat to me. I don’t need that kind of power. Hot Cheeks, that creature that entangles mana cannot be tamed or summoned. How did Lee Jiwon summon it, how does Soul Link work…? Lee Jiwon stimulates my intellectual curiosity enough, but it’s too dangerous to handle.]

“Is that what you think?”

[It wouldn’t be a big deal for you as a human being. A mouse is nothing to humans, but bear in mind that sometimes a mouse can kill an elephant.]

“That makes sense.”

Today was the first time he had actually seen a monster called Hot Chicks, but Alexander had the confidence and practical ability to kill the frog without the help of Bailephus. Still, he did not complain. If that is the case with Bailephus, then it is.

[I will kill Lee Jiwon.]

As Bailephus finished speaking, the body of the gold dragon flying in the night sky briefly glowed. Alexander’s presence was so clear that Minis users who looked up at the sky thought it was a shooting star.

“I see, Bailephus. I respect your will.”

Alexander grabbed the spear. It would not be an exaggeration to say that he relied solely on the power of Bailephus in the battle today. It was a battlefield where he didn’t even need to go out.

However, if Bailephus really wanted to get rid of the forces that threatened him, Alexander would not stand still.

“I will also add strength to your breath.”

Alexander and Bailephus were a good match. The gold dragon lightly exhaled his nose as he heard Alexander’s answer.

After a while, he flew through the night wind again, and Bailephus opened his mouth.

[I feel the energy of humans 10 minutes away. They’re really retreating. Can humans really see through each other’s heads?]

“Humans will think so even when they trip over a stone.” 

[It’s an interesting race.]

Alexander listened to Bailephus’ words and whispered to Chiyou. And before Chiyou’s answer came back, he first grabbed the line that went to Bailephus.

“Then, let’s go.”

[It’s going to be a fun night.]

The gold dragon’s body tightened even more. The air resistance decreased and their speed increased. At last, a huge arrow that cut through the sky reached the Fibiel army’s rear that was retreating toward Marching Plains.

“Can you feel Lee Jiwon’s location?” 

[Usually, finding mana is quick. However, if he felt threatened, he would already be in hiding. It’s not easy to find.]

“Then there must be only one way.”

[Right. If it’s not easy to find-]

Alexander and Bailephus agreed. Maybe they are better suited because they have the same mindset.

[-Let him come out on his own.]

The gold dragon opened its mouth. Huuup, air was sucked in in an instant. Alexander quietly covered his ears.

[Rooooooooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaar—-!]

The Gold Dragon roared. The Dragon Roar cast ‘fear’ abnormal status effect on those who heard it. However, the attack did not end there.

Rather, it was just beginning.

“Oh, Keok-!”

“W-what? What’s happening?”

“Alexander! It’s Alexander-”

The Fibiel users, who had their bodies suddenly hardened, noticed a sudden light source coming from behind them. The light from behind made their shadows longer.

A blazing superhot, white flames erupted from Bailephus’ mouth.

The Dragon’s Breath did not stop even as it burned all Fibiel users.

A white line was drawn here and there on the black drawing paper. The only thing the white line left on the black paper was the gray dots.

-Ha Leeha, Ha Leeha! Can you hear? Alexander is here!

-Yes…… I’m watching.

Leeha was not flustered at the sudden vibration. What really surprised him was Ram Hwayeon, who whispered to him.

-Y-you are watching? Where?! Aren’t you supposed to be there?

-Nope. No way. I am quite far from there.

Still, Leeha could see. No, was there anyone who couldn’t see the light among Fibiel users?

‘Crazy……. What is that? It’s not even Yeouldo Firewords Festival!’

A pillar of flame suddenly soared into the night sky and hit the ground. From afar were murmurs mixed with confusion, screams, and shouts. Even those who saw Alexander for the first time could understand the situation immediately.

“Hyung! Hyung!”

“Oh, Kijeong-ah.”

“What are you going to do now?”

Hearing Kijeong’s question, Leeha measured his distance from Alexander. The speed in which he was running rampant wasn’t a joke, and the difficulty of measuring the distance to the target in the middle of the night, which did not really help, was extremely difficult.

“I have to go to a high ground first. Biyemi-nim! Is there any place nearby on the map?”

“Kiskis, I already prepared it.”

“A place where you can secure your view! Kijeong-ah, call Kidd!”

“Okay, hyung!”

“Tale and Biyemi, prepare to communicate with others, and I will contact Ram Hwayeon as soon as a place is available.”

Leeha took out a magazine of Black Bass and ran while checking the cartridges. 

“Operation Name: Dragonslayer, begin!”

“Halihali-nim, the hill at 1 o’clock! From there, there are no obstacles!”

“Okay! Let’s go!”

As soon as he heard Biyemi’s cry, Leeha ran.

The Fibiel army in the center had no intention of fighting Alexander.

The hooo, hooo sound dug into the users’ ears who were busy running away, and all Byeolcho members started running back. 

Since Minis was mostly flat, the view was unobstructed even when climbing a small hill. It was just about the same height as the gold dragon. It was a low hill, less than 100m high.

“Huuu, good.”

After looking around for a moment, Leeha opened the Black Bass’ bipod and laid down.

It was an operation that did not require much explanation. Everyone who had experienced it already knew that the most important thing to catch Alexander was ‘mobility’.

No matter how much fly magic is used, it is not enough to chase a dragon that is flying rampant in the air.

In other words, the gist of the operation was simple.

If they can’t follow the movement of Alexander and Bailephus, they can force them to move. Make sure that they had no choice but to move. That was the way!

‘When commander-in-chief Granville appears, he will surely go there. But that’s too dangerous.’

Most importantly, Leeha did not know all the powers and skills of Alexander and Bailephus. What if an unexpected situation happened when they thought that they have already secured a sufficient distance? And what if commander-in-chief Granville died?

‘We can’t have that.’

Leeha did not want to make such a risk. So, what was the other way to attract Alexander and Bailephus without showing Granville?

“Huuu…”

Leeha exhaled and opened the scope cap. Fortunately, there was no need to wear night vision. The fire-breathing dragon’s location could be seen from afar.

‘It’s really fast.’

He could see the flames moving over the scope. How many Fibiel users died each time it was sprayed? Even looking at the situation of his allies, he could not hurry.

Contrary to his impatient mind, the movements of his fingers were extremely slow and precise.

Click一 Click- click-.

“Hyung…… are you okay?”

“It’s not going to be easy Especially that gold dragon……”

Next to Leeha, Kijeong and Kidd looked anxious. Leeha ignored what they said and adjusted the click.

“Kidd, how much is about here?”

“How much? Are you talking about the distance?”

“Yes. The distance from Alexander.”

Leeha took his eyes off the scope, measured the distance to Alexander in his mind, looked into the scope again, and fine-tuned the distance. Kidd lifted the brim of his hand slightly and watched the gold dragon spit fire.

“Probably two kilometers…?”

“Oh, you’re talent for sniping is better than I thought.”

“Cough, if it’s related to guns, of course-”

“But it is a little less than that. At night it looks a little farther away. Probably around 1.8km.”

Kidd shrugged and coughed and pushed the brim of his hat again. In addition to Leeha and Kidd, there were a lot of people from Byeolcho Special force, including Kijeong. Their conversation was heard by everyone.

“W-what would a person who knows so well ask for.”

“Kek, it’s entertaining. I don’t know why it’s good to tease Kidd like this.”

As Kidd started to laugh as he listened to Leeha’s prank, the tension around them calmed down a bit. The gap that’s slightly brighter, clap your applause! Hit.

“Let’s take it easy. Even if we all die, the war won’t end. Of course, don’t die.”

Yes!

Guild master Kijeong and vice-guild master Tale smiled happily as they looked at the guild members who responded loudly. Even though he is a lone sniper, he never gave up on team play.

However, the two of them did not bother him.

Because they knew how much concentration he need to focus now. It was also something to avoid making him feel good with compliments.

‘It’s different from when I hit the crab shells. It’s also different from Dike Beach.’

In the case of the King Crab, the distance was shorter than 1.5km.

Since it was a distance of about 1 nautical mile, it would be about 100m further, but they were constantly moving at that time. Most importantly, the movement of the target was predictable. Because it was impossible to suddenly change the direction of the ship.

‘But now, it’s different. It’s too fast and I couldn’t control their movements.’

In his mind, Leeha wanted to hit Alexander’s head. However, even under the same situation looking at the distance of 1.8km with a 30x scope, that was seen from 60m, Leeha could not accurately identify Alexander’s location.

To hit the person sitting on the fast-moving gold dragon’s neck right now was close to impossible with simple attack.

‘I won’t be able to kill Alexander anyway. To bring Alexander and the dragonfly away. Then-’

There’s no need to choose the difficult route.