Synopsis

The chapter focuses on the protagonist receiving a quest that includes the challenge of defeating an Elite Kobold Chieftain with formidable stats and powerful resistances and a time limit. The chapter introduces a new skill called "Wind Blade", a powerful close range combat technique which is sought by the protagonist's group. Additionally, they discover a rare Star Crystal, explained to be of future value, while also hinting at an altered questline, suggesting the protagonist’s prior experiences are different this time around. The protagonist instructs the group to listen to his commands with the team now ready for the increased challenge.