Gamers of the Underworld

[SosaHughes: It’s horrible, everything is covered with mosaic.]

[IamUnique: I can’t fit in with all of you because I’m not silly enough.]

[SuperViolentGhost: The fried gamers were the first few to revive back in Eternal Kingdom, followed by the steamed gamers. There is one gamer who isn’t back yet, he is being prepared as sashimi…]

[Midnight Sprouts: Perfect… not! I’m unable to overcome my mental block for entering sewers (.ӧ◡ӧ.)It’s only a wall. If you sneak in using the sewers, won’t you get blocked at the exit? Or be killed off one by one? ∠(ᐛ」∠)_]

…

Those were the replies to NotWearingPants’ plan.

Though some gamers objected to the plan, there were gamers who supported the initiative. Like all other plans, there were gamers who agreed and disagreed.

Sherlock chose a few plans to analyze, and finally, after Bru’s suggestion, Sherlock made a decision and said, “Let them play by themselves.”

“Lord Sherlock, the gamers prefer a game with total freedom, so there’s no need to add restrictions. Even if there is a detailed plan, they may not follow it. Among the 5,000 gamers, only half of them participated in the Battle Campaign. They can choose different plans to carry out the battle,” Bru suggested.

Sherlock thought that it was logical. After all, a perfect plan would reduce casualties, and that would reduce his income. A good plan and profit didn’t go hand in hand!

Sherlock decided not to intervene. Once all of the gamers who were performing the surveillance mission returned to Eternal Kingdom, he arranged for a staff meeting.

…

Once Brainiac received notification of the meeting, he took his journal and pen and left the Adventurer’s Guild, returning to Eternal Kingdom via the Winterfell Teleport Portal.

As Evelynn wasn’t a formal employee of Eternal Kingdom and was just a helper at the Eternal Kingdom Adventurer’s Guild, she didn’t receive notification of the meeting. However, from her expression, she wanted to attend.

That was something Brainiac shouldn’t be worried about.

The outside of the Dungeon Lord Main Hall was filled with numerous gamers, who were discussing the “NPCs” entering the Dungeon Lord Main Hall and whether there was going to be a new Plot.

When they saw Brainiac walk out of the Teleport Portal Main Hall, they stared at him mercilessly.

“Gosh, Brainiac is here too!”

“What kind of a Plot is this? Is it that awesome?”

“Oh my god, all of the NPCs are going into the Dungeon Lord Main Hall. I want to go in too!”

“The Little Fairy didn’t go in.”

“She’s special.”

“Brainiac! Brainiac! When are you going to have a relationship with Sherlie?”

“That guy’s a lunatic, pull him away.”

…

The gamers were only allowed outside the Dungeon Lord Main Hall.

Brainiac opened the door of the Dungeon Lord Main Hall, entered, and shut the door.

The world became quiet.

“Take a seat over there, Brainiac.”

Sherlock looked at Brainiac and pointed to the only empty seat. Inside the Dungeon Lord Main Hall were Simba, Mufasa, Moroes, Yoda, and Beast.

They were all of the employees of Eternal Kingdom.

Brainiac was the last employee to arrive. He sat down in anticipation.

“Since all employees are here, we’ll begin the meeting. I believe that everyone has heard the latest news from different channels.” Sherlock looked at them and said, “We received a mission from the Winterfell Dungeon Lord to become mercenaries and fight against the invading Ogres.”

Everyone looked at Sherlock in silence.

Brainiac was, as usual, reticent and without emotion. The other six employees were recruited via contracts and could leave after they ended, so how could they be depended on to give suggestions?

Eggface was holding a disposable cup in his mouth and two pots of water in his claws. He helped pour water for all of them as he bent and distorted his body, looking as though he was about to splash them with the water.

“I called all of you here to inform you that we’ll be setting off soon. Yoda will take 200 warriors, Brainiac, and Beast to set up an outpost near the Ogre Stronghold. Then, we will teleport via the Rune Mana Formation on the Airship.”

Sherlock continued to explain his plan, “The Blacksmith Shop and Carpenter Workshop will be working overtime, so please make your preparations.”

“Er… what about me, Lord Sherlock?” Moroes looked enthusiastic as he raised his hand and asked, “Can I participate in the battle? Lord Sherlock, don’t think I’m a vulnerable Gnome. Before I was a security guard in Winterfell, I was a legendary Gladiator.”

“Of course, Moroes. When we are out to battle, Eternal Kingdom can’t be without any defenses. That is your role. As a legendary Gladiator, only you are able to protect Eternal Kingdom while we aren’t around. I strongly believe in you.”

Sherlock looked serious and believed in Moroes. He continued to speak, “The Goblins need you too. Most of them are without combat experience, and only you can train these novices into strong warriors. To train them rapidly, you may have to work overtime. I hope that you’re able to do so.”

Moroes’ eyes were red as he was extremely touched.

Sherlock summarized their work contributions and expressed his gratitude to them for contributing to the wonderful development of Eternal Kingdom. He was also going to improve the behavior and culture of the citizens so that the employees wouldn’t be verbally harassed or physically touched.

Sherlock wanted to create a new age Dungeon in which everyone sacrificed themselves and worked overtime voluntarily for peace and love.

After his speech, Eggface clapped for a long time.

The meeting ended, and the employees walked out of the Dungeon Lord Main Hall.

Simba was the first to walk out, and it was dead quiet. Mufasa, who was behind Simba, wasn’t harassed by the gamers.

When Moroes walked out, there were some murmurs, while Beast’s exit was met with enthusiastic voices discussing mathematical questions. Yoda was immediately hijacked by Hemp Rope Technology and his gang, whereas Brainiac was the last to walk out of the Dungeon Lord Main Hall.

“Brainiac, are there any missions?”

“Is there a Plot? What about a Plot Animation for us to see?”

“Brainiac, I want to be a Lich!”

“Brainiac, do research on me. When are you going to do research on me?”

…

Sherlock looked at the commotion outside the window. Noticing that the gamers were normal and peaceful, he wasn’t bothered. He helped Eggface put away the Winterfell sponsored chairs that were used in the meeting and wash the disposable cups so that they could be reused.

After completing his work, Eggface rested comfortably in his chair. He set up his computer and started his routine of five hours of computer gaming.

As for Sherlock, he accessed the discussion forum and added new content:

[Version 0.31 Update]

“Though the warriors of Eternal Kingdom stopped Samael’s evil plan, the remnants of the Ogres have become stronger by the day and are threatening our survival. We can’t stand by and do nothing!

Added a new game version, Ogre Tribes:

Added a new scene, Ogre Fortress: The expanding Ogre tribes occupied the frontier sentry posts of Winterfell and built a huge Ogre Fortress. Using it as their focal point, the new age of Ogres is starting to flourish.

Ogre Fortress: This is a location occupied by many strong Ogres. Currently, it has become a frightening war fortress, attracting even more Ogre tribes to join. Powerful weapons, sturdy armor, and even Legendary Equipment will appear here…

Added a new mission, Ogres’ Invasion: The Ogres are expanding and have their sights on the Surface World’s Victoria City, which has resources that they covet. The Ogres’ invasion is getting closer and closer. Nobody can be spared the throes of war.

Amended the new NPC, Nicholas: The Vampire Nicholas is Eternal Kingdom’s strong ally. With Sherlock’s recommendation, he has become the Winterfell Dungeon Lord. The activities of our warriors in Winterfell will be sanctioned and more convenient.

Added a new empty update: I will add once I think of it.”