Grommash the brutal

Ivan's teammates watched in awe and hesitation as Ivan dashed straight towards the treasure chest, flipping it open without any reservation. His actions were met with a mix of curiosity and caution from his companions.

With an air of urgency, Ivan swiftly retrieved a small potion bottle from within the chest and downed its contents. A blue notification appeared before him, revealing the effects of the potion.

[Tears of the Fallen Princess in effect]

[Mana +5]

Ivan momentarily averted his gaze from the notification, turning his attention towards his team.

"Why are you all standing there? Come get your weapons," Ivan urged, his tone filled with a sense of urgency. He scanned the surroundings, a weariness evident in his eyes.

"You'll need them," he added, his voice carrying a grave tone.

Responding to Ivan's prompting, Eline rushed towards the chest, followed closely by Diorzo and Denvar. Their eyes widened with amazement as they laid eyes upon the three weapons nestled within the chest.

[Sword of the Princess's Knight <Rank -D>]

[Heart Piercer <Rank -D+> (Deals 10x more damage when thrown)]

[The Royal Bow <Rank D+> (50% chance of an ultimate critical hit if infused with mana)]

Ivan's teammates gingerly reached out and touched the weapons, their faces filled with a mix of wonder and excitement as they inspected the impressive stats. Ivan, too, retrieved his beginner sword from his inventory, preparing himself for the impending battle that lay ahead. However, his teammates remained oblivious to the significance of his actions.

Suddenly, a series of rumblings reverberated through the chamber, accompanied by a foreboding notification that swiftly dampened their excitement.

[(Orc Boss) Grommash the Brutal (Level 20) is present]

[Boss battle has begun]

This couldn't be happening. It defied all logic. There was simply no way they were meant to face a Boss on their own. Thoughts of impossibility raced through the minds of the three players, paralyzing them with fear as the deafening rumbling drew nearer.

"Snap out of it and grab the weapons!" Ivan's urgent voice cut through the panic, jolting his teammates back to reality. They snapped into action, their trembling hands reaching out to claim the weapons before them, grasping them tightly as a lifeline.

"What in the world is happening?" Diorzo's voice quivered with evident panic, his eyes darting around in search of answers.

"Calm down. I have a plan," Ivan reassured them, his voice composed and steady, a striking contrast to the panic that enveloped his teammates.

As Grommash's approaching footsteps resonated through the chamber, the atmosphere grew heavy with impending danger. Slowly emerging from the shadows, a colossal green orc took shape, wielding a massive sword that scraped against the ground with an unsettling sound.

"Eline, get ready to shoot!" Ivan's voice resonated with a mix of determination and urgency.

"H...huh?" Eline's voice quivered, her hands trembling along with her words.

"You're an archer class, right? Aim and be ready," Ivan commanded, his gaze fixed on Grommash, as a glimmer of strategy danced in his eyes.

With trembling hands, Eline pulled back the taut string of her bow, feeling the tension building within it. An arrow materialized in her grasp, ready to be released with precision.

Meanwhile, Grommash, the towering orc, swung his massive sword through the air with a thunderous force. The sheer power behind his swing created a shockwave that reverberated throughout the chamber, causing the very space around them to quiver and shake. The impact of the shockwave struck Ivan's team, pushing them back several steps, their bodies recoiling against the overwhelming force.

As Grommash unleashed a relentless assault, swinging his sword towards Ivan's team, the ground trembled with each mighty strike. The shockwaves sent Ivan's teammates flying in all directions, their bodies battered and bruised from the powerful impacts they barely managed to evade. The battle had taken a toll on their strength, but their determination remained unwavering.

Seizing an opportunity, Ivan lunged forward, his sword aimed at the orc boss's legs. However, to his dismay, the blade merely glanced off the thick armor, barely leaving a scratch. Yet, Ivan's intention wasn't to inflict damage but to draw the attention of Grommash.

With a resolute expression, Ivan quickly executed his plan, relying on his knowledge of the orc boss's slowness. He sprinted towards the side of the dungeon where a ledge awaited, with Grommash hot on his heels. Ivan's voice rang out, commanding his teammates with precision.

"Eline, aim for the giant dripstone above me! Denvar, throw your spear as Eline shoots!" Ivan's orders resounded through the chaos of battle.

As Ivan reached the ledge, he expertly maneuvered himself beneath it, narrowly evading Grommash's attempt to strike him. The orc boss, driven by relentless aggression, glared down, preparing to unleash a devastating blow. Unbeknownst to Grommash, Ivan's plan was about to reach its climax.

At Ivan's signal, Denvar hurled his spear with unwavering accuracy, while Eline, drawing upon her archer skills, shot her arrow towards the massive dripstone suspended above. The combined force of their attacks struck the dripstone, causing it to dislodge from its position.

With a deafening crash, the enormous dripstone descended upon Grommash, its sheer weight piercing through the orc boss's hulking form. The ground shook beneath their feet as Grommash let out a thunderous roar.

As the dust settled, Ivan emerged from beneath the impaled orc boss, his breaths ragged but triumphant.

Ivan swiftly made his way towards his injured teammates, extending his hand towards Eline. With a sense of urgency, he requested, "Borrow me your bow for a second."

Eline, without questioning Ivan, quickly handed over her bow, the roars of the orc boss still echoing behind them.

Ivan firmly grasped the bow, his gaze fixed upon the impaled orc boss who desperately tried to break free, roaring in agony.

Drawing back the bowstring, Ivan's concentration intensified as he carefully aimed at the orc's head. The bow pulsed with energy as Ivan infused it with mana, enhancing its power.

[Bow infused with mana]

[Bow ATK +5]

[A 50% chance of a critical hit]

With a release of the string, an arrow surged forth, piercing through the orc boss's skull with deadly accuracy. The monstrous creature let out a final, guttural roar before collapsing lifelessly to the ground.

[Grommash the Brutal has been slain]

[Boss battle has ended]

[Rare achievement completed]

[First-time achievement completed]

[Rewards will be given accordingly]

Ivan's heart swelled with triumph as the notifications filled his vision. The exhilaration of victory surged through his veins.

[STR+5]

[AGI+3]

[Game developer level increased (Level 2)]

[Player level increased (Level 3)]

Name: Ivan Golborne

Title: The Creator

Player Level: 3

Class: Game Developer

Game Developer Level: 2

Lives used: 3/???????

HP:67/100

Stats:

- STR: 11

- AGI: 11

- INT: 12

- DEF: 4

- MAN: 0/5

Skills:

- Sword Mastery: D

- Eye of the Creator: F

Inventory:

- Beginner Sword: [Rank: F | Sword given to all new players]

- Health Potion x3 [Rank: F | Health potion given to all new players]

Quest Log:

- Complete the tutorial: In Progress

Achievements:

- Dungeon Explorer: 1/1 (Completed)

- First Blood: 1/1 (Completed)

- Master Craftsman: Locked