ADAPTED FROM BUTTERFLY BLUE'S NOVEL OF THE SAME NAME, THE KING'S AVATAR
In other companies,
I heard something called team building
which is very useful.
Lord Grim.
Welcome to Happy.
Recreation area.
You can relax here after training.
Massage chairs.
I like them.
This is where everyone practices.
This is our power supply.
Never touch it when you're training.
Otherwise, all the computers will turn off.
-Do you understand? -Yes.
Everyone's account cards are kept here.
Yours will be here too.
Who was so careless to put my Lord Grim account here?
If I lose it, I'll lose my most precious Myriad Manifestation Umbrella in Glory.
I'm done.
Take a look around.
Okay.
You came after me
and that will cost you your weapon and account.
Look at the name first.
"Sullen Kitten"?
Do you want the Myriad Manifestation Umbrella?
Then you can have a chance
to get it.
Have a duel against anyone in our team,
equipping yourself with the umbrella.
If you win, it's yours.
I promise I won't come after you again.
Unfortunately,
if you lose, you'll have to leave
without your account card.
Okay.
How about him?
He's a Warlock.
You should find someone else.
He's a Ninja
which means he can just cast a skill
and be in melee range.
That's unfavorable for me.
You happened to be in the right place at the right time.
You need to think twice.
If I lose, your weapon will be his.
I trust your skills in your sunset years
will make you proud as a veteran.
I'll show you how good I am today.
I'll fight him without any equipment,
so you can't claim I won only because of my equipment.
YOU HAVE TAKEN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: THIS WEAPON IS UNAVAILABLE
THIS WEAPON IS UNAVAILABLE
Concede defeat.
I'm taking this.
How could I lose my account card too?
-You're a visionary. -I'm going back.
Bye.
How could you be so sure Mo Fan would lose?
I wouldn't have made the bet if he didn't use my weapon.
But with that,
our victory was guaranteed.
What?
Only an Unspecialized can use the Umbrella to its full potential.
In the hands of any of the 24 subclasses,
it wouldn't reach one percent of its potential.
Instead, its various forms
and unusual weight would cost them the game.
Just look at Mo Fan.
He lost nearly without any fighting.
You smug jerk.
How could you fight without any weapon or equipment?
-I had it all planned out. -Hey.
How did you win without equipment?
Why don't you talk about your extra skill points?
After my dad passed away,
I liked sitting here by myself.
In the first few years after he died,
I was on my own.
I ate alone. I watched movies alone.
I sat in the empty Internet cafe alone.
I faced the virtual world of Glory alone.
When solitude becomes the norm,
you will find the world beautiful yet unchanging.
We can't always be alone with ourselves.
We need company.
Both online and offline.
We need to enrich our lives
just like Glory,
which started with one server but now has ten.
This is life.
We never stop exploring and evolving.
Doesn't that sound isolating?
I used to laugh with others
and weep alone.
My smile masked my sorrow.
Everything changed when I met them.
The guys who play Glory.
They laugh, bicker, or cry
whenever they feel like doing it.
Then, I discovered
how showing my true feelings is a relief.
Isolation is good.
But being with friends is better.
All I want is to get my account card back.
You need to get your foot in the door first.
You've never tried, so don't just give in.
Here's a small tip.
Don't assume it's difficult to deal with them.
You just put your brain into gear and be tough.
I don't understand.
You might find they're a good team
once you get to know them.
I'm leaving.
CLOSED
Do I need friends?
Our match against Excellent Era is coming up.
We must win.
I'm taking the lead on analyzing our opponents
and mapping out battle plans.
Meanwhile, I'm having them prepare for the match
by farming for items.
Stop, that's the wild monster!
If you deliver the final blow at 73 seconds,
I promise it'll drop a skill book.
YOU ACQUIRED A SKILL BOOK
STRENGTH, INTELLIGENCE, VITALITY, SPIRIT, SKILL POINTS
Amazing!
I thought the drop rate was random.
As it turns out, there's a pattern!
After all, as an experienced player,
I need some unique skills.
I'll make a skill book guide
to help all our teammates reach maximum skill points
and wipe out Excellent Era in no time.
Great.
Stop showing your admiration.
This is the Boss that we have to kill before we can advance.
We'll need to finish him
in 32 minutes and 28 seconds.
Is that enough time?
Try 115, 342.
I thought he already left.
What did he say?
It's a secret path!
We bypassed the Boss!
That saved us 29 minutes.
Now you'll make it.
Glory's most notorious scrap picker.
You know the map very well.
Perhaps I can help them write the guide
in exchange for my account card.
Try 785, 013.
Then 463, 042.
Here.
DESOLATE LANDS
SKILL BOOK USE
STRENGTH, INTELLIGENCE, VITALITY, SPIRIT, SKILL POINTS
You see?
Great.
Take a break.
Skill points can keep increasing the maximum of a character's skills.
Every ten skill points obtained
sees a corresponding increase to character attributes.
But the low drop rate of skill books means
you must rely on luck to get one.
I built a new mathematical model
and finally found a way to raise the drop rate of skill books.
What are you whispering, kid?
-It's useful. -Nothing.
I wasn't as worthless as you said.
For Team Happy, the skill book guide is crucial for victory.
For me, it's freedom.
I've been looking for you.
Why are you looking for me?
You look pale.
Am I?
COPYING FILE
Is it because of the skill book guide?
Actually, I...
I understand.
You don't fancy joining us.
And I'm not going to force you to do so.
So don't be tense.
Look at this.
I made this tea especially for you.
It can invigorate you.
Thank you for pulling six all-nighters with us.
You guys made the impossible possible.
It seems the flowers have wilted.
Well, drink up while it's hot for it to be more effective.
Don't look at me.
Drink up.
Why did you drink this?
It's this one.
Well, I'll let you get back to work.
Goodbye.
They are very nice to me.
Should I still take the guide?
Why don't you hit that one?
-Captain, I-- -Mo Fan!
For your outstanding contribution,
we decided to name the guide, Scroll of Teaching.
-How about it? -That sounds good.
-What is this? -Deception
made a copy of Scroll of Teaching.
Boss says he's treating us to dinner!
A feast!
Let's go!
I've been waiting for a free meal.
Let's hurry. Free meal!
I never said that.
-This is delicious. -Try this.
Are you blind?
It's you.
I guess you're a dishwasher here?
Shouldn't you apologize?
Wait, that's right.
I just remembered that you're mute.
Fine, just wipe this off.
I want it spotless.
Hey, Mr. Liu!
Over here!
Sir, I'm coming.
Ready?
This is Li, my niece.
-Nice to meet you. -Hello.
Li, this is Liu, the one I've often told you about.
He's generous and very reliable at work.
He helps me a lot.
What's more important is that he is loyal in a relationship.
Excuse me. I need to take this.
Sure.
MT, initiate.
Lure the enemy and pull aggro.
Got it.
Hello?
Yes, I'll pay the same price for your coffee beans.
I don't care about the quality.
Anyway, they will be mixed and sold.
Why did you...
Do I need to apologize?
Failed to hold aggro. OT needed.
OT, enter.
Lay low and watch your positioning.
Got it.
Excuse me, miss.
We're currently running a promotion that rewards pretty ladies.
You're the most beautiful one here. Congratulations!
Me?
We have a fine gift for you.
-Please come with me to redeem your prize. -Okay.
This way, please.
Miss, this way.
- Did you come with your girlfriend? - No, of course not.
That's my uncle and cousin.
Cousin? I see.
Hatred generation complete.
Now it's time to attack.
Carry, control your DPS.
-Don't pull aggro off him. -Got it.
Manager Liao?
It's really you, Manager Liao.
-Who are you? -I'm Wei.
You don't remember me?
Liu and I are good friends.
I sell coffee beans.
Nice to meet you.
How about my beans?
What?
Although they're not of great quality, they are really cheap.
It's especially profitable when you blend mine with yours.
Blend?
I've worked with Liu for years
and have made a big fortune
with just one firm.
If we work together--
No, thanks.
Leave.
Leaving now. Attack completed.
Ghostblade, finish him.
An Wenyi?
Did you put enough pickled pepper water?
Don't worry.
How about a heaping spoonful of Sichuan chili peppers?
Sir, here you are.
This is from the lady over there.
And this one is for your uncle
and this is for your cousin.
-Enjoy. -What?
-What's your problem? -I'm so sorry.
-What the hell? -I'm sorry, sir.
We always have a good talk.
We've had our fun and eaten tasty food.
-It's time to get back to training. -Hey!
Wait for me!
Be careful.
What?
You rock.
I guess you want to talk to me.
Take it back.
No tricks this time.
Just take it.
It's a lot of fun to form a team and play Glory together.
But being a loner is also a nice option.
Whether you join us or not,
and no matter how you lead your life,
I hope we'll still get to play Glory together.
We had fun today because of you.
You've never tried, so don't just give in.
I made this tea especially for you.
It can invigorate you.
Don't look at me. Drink up.
For your outstanding contribution,
we decided to name the guide, Scroll of Teaching.
How about it?
Whether you join us or not,
and no matter how you lead your life,
I hope we'll still get to play Glory together.
I never thought I'd be so happy
being with others.
I'm going to accept them
and join their team.
HAPPY INTERNET CAFE
I can't find the guide.
Luo Ji, do you have a backup copy?
What?
The skill book guide.
No, I don't.
I thought it's in the computer.
We're done for.
Come and find it.
This was the only copy.
I think I saw Mo Fan just now.
Wait!
This is mine! Don't touch!
It's mine!
Stop! What are you doing?
It's mine! Don't touch!
COPYING FILE
SKILL BOOK GUIDE
You are here.
Hungry?
No?
I'm a little bit hungry.
Bao Zi, how about you?
I'm getting hungry
and I have to collect a package.
I think I'm going to go in the sun for some calcium.
Eat some food before you go sunbathing.
How about some steamed buns?
We're up against Excellent Era next.
I wonder what line-up they'll use.
I'm going to do some research.
HAVE YOU HEARD OF TEAM HAPPY? WANT TO PLAY ESPORTS?
WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU? WHAT THE HELL DO YOU WANT?
Welcome to Team Happy.
Welcome.
-Welcome. -Welcome.
Thank--
Be gentle next time.
TEAM HAPPY
YE XIU, TANG ROU, QIAO YIFAN, BAO ZI, LUO JI, AN WENYI, WEI CHEN
MO FAN
Move into position as soon as the match begins
and give me and Ye Qiu space.
Zhang Jiaxing, support the others first.
I must obliterate Lord Grim in the first seven minutes.
Yes, Captain.
Lord Grim isn't our only opponent.
What if they start killing off our Cleric?
It's four against four. You guys can fend them off.
After I take out Lord Grim,
the remaining players in Team Happy will be at our mercy.
What if Lord Grim refuses to fight you alone?
Su Mucheng, I'm the captain.
Whether I can isolate and defeat him
is not your concern.
What you should care about is whether you're an effective Launcher.
More importantly,
did you also challenge Ye Qiu in the same way when he was the captain?
At least when he was the captain,
he would always put aside personal grudges when playing a match.
Do you think Ye Qiu is not picking on Excellent Era?
A player of his age doesn't have to make a comeback.
Instead,
he builds a team across the street
which means it was meant to humiliate me and our team.
Do you think he would let us off the hook
after we stole his One Autumn Leaf?
Would you acknowledge me as your captain
if I don't win this duel?
Captain, there might be some misunderstanding.
Ye Qiu is a professional player who is committed to the game.
He's resuming his career because of his love for Glory
and the sake of competition.
Team Excellent Era is no more than an opponent to him.
We are no different from any other team he has triumphed over before.
The only difference is that
we are more competitive.
So he will be more serious and proactive in preparing.
Keep up the hard work.
I'm going to practice.
Me too.
If nobody has questions, then our plan is set.
Did you all take notes on our tactics?
Of course.
I agree with Captain Sun.
I have an idea.
We'll each lead a team and battle each other,
so everyone can get used to your plan.
Good idea.
Last time, you dodged my Dragon Raising Its Head.
Today, I'll show you how amazing it is.
I won.
Did you?
Okay, let's call it a day.
You did cast Dragon Raising Its Head,
but you still lost the game.
Do you think anybody would accept you as One Autumn Leaf?
What on earth do you mean?
Frankly speaking,
One Autumn Leaf is merely an account card.
What people celebrate isn't the roles in Glory.
They cheer for the player behind the character
who wins the title and presents Glory to them.
You keep playing Dragon Raising Its Head.
But that's only one of the tools someone used to succeed.
Ye Qiu used to be that someone.
Now it's you.
Sun Xiang.
If you really think you're way better,
then you have to make a case for it
by leading us to prevail against not only him,
but also other teams.
So what we need to do
is to focus on training and matches.
Lord Grim and Team Happy
deserve little of our attention
if we want to win.
All right, Captain Sun.
Have a good rest. See you.
Why are you eating here?
Food isn't allowed in there.
You must be under a lot of pressure to change Excellent Era.
You're right. We have a formidable competitor.
And Ye Qiu's impact on us
is huge.
It's hard for the team to be comfortable with the upcoming match.
Captain, the information on Dragon Raising Its Head...
Wait.
Sit down. Let's talk.
You've been doing a lot of homework.
Can I see?
UNSPECIALIZED CLASS DETAILS OF YE XIU
I've seen you come by several times.
Are you looking for Captain Sun?
No.
Did you offer to investigate Dragon Raising Its Head and Ye Qiu?
How's the guild doing?
Good and quite busy.
Is there anything else?
Or I'd better go now.
Do you still want to join the main team?
The guild matters a lot to our team.
Without your assistance,
we would be short on materials and supplies.
However,
if someone wants to meddle in team affairs
and tries to create conflicts,
I won't hesitate to send them packing.
Chen Yehui, you're doing a good job as Guild Master.
UNSPECIALIZED CLASS DETAILS OF YE XIU
These won't help you.
Just focus on your own work.
HAPPY INTERNET CAFE
ONE INCH ASH
Has everybody's SP been maxed out?
Yes.
Ready to celebrate our victory?
Mo Fan, are you ready?
His kill rate is above 96 percent.
Are you all equipped?
Don't worry. No problem.
Good.
Then let's go.