1642 1642. Breaks

The exploration ended up proceeding as the experts had predicted.

The group had reached the central part of the dimensional tunnel, and the rank 9 leader was in charge of that area. Multiple attacks featuring that powerful creature followed their advance, and the disposable orbs were their only effective weapon.

The group had experienced warriors. Those experts had lived for a long time and obtained a liquid stage battle prowess after surviving through countless trials and adventures.

However, their mission involved a rank 9 magical beast, and no training could prepare them for that threat. The deadly pressure that reached their mind whenever the leader appeared was an unbearable punishment that they could only endure. They didn't have better tactics at hand, and that reoccurring danger eventually started to affect their mental state.