Building The First Adventurer Guild In Another World

Chapter 298: The Elite Hunt

The moment the five Elite wolf-ants stepped forward, the atmosphere on the battlefield shifted dramatically. It wasn’t just a change in scenery; it felt as if the very air had thickened, pressing down on everyone present with an invisible weight that made breathing laborious and thoughts sluggish.

The ground, already shattered and pockmarked from previous clashes, now trembled ominously as these towering creatures revealed themselves fully.

Each stood nearly three meters tall, almost ten feet,with bodies cloaked in dark green scales that resembled natural armor. Their limbs were longer and sharper, and their six eyes glowed faintly with an unsettling intelligence, making them seem less like mere beasts and more like sentient beings capable of thought, strategy, and lethal intent.

As they advanced slowly, step by step, the remaining swarm instinctively retreated, forming a loose circle around them in acknowledgment of their dominance.

The pressure radiating from the Elite beasts was palpable enough to make some of the weaker Adventurers stagger backward; their faces drained of color as sweat streamed down their bodies and legs quivered.

One even dropped to a knee, gasping for breath while trying to regain his composure. Meanwhile, Mina, Brutus, Gregor, Vanthrice, and the others tightened their grips on their weapons; seriousness replaced any earlier bravado as they recognized that what had come before was merely a prelude.

Sage narrowed his eyes at the five Elite beasts before him. His mind raced as he analyzed each one, their postures, movements, and fluctuating auras.

Though his expression remained calm on the surface, a flicker of excitement danced in his eyes; this was precisely what he had been waiting for, a genuine challenge rather than a mindless swarm. Opponents who could push him to think critically and react swiftly.

Taking a slow breath to steady himself, Sage’s gaze sharpened as he spoke in a calm yet authoritative tone that cut through the tension: weaker Adventurers needed to fall back immediately, not as a suggestion but as an undeniable command.

Some hesitated briefly due to pride but quickly retreated under the oppressive aura emanating from the Elite beasts. One by one they pulled back, helping injured comrades along, as they formed a safer distance while keeping tense watch over what was about to unfold.

Mina stepped forward slightly and slammed her massive shield into the ground with a resounding thud that sent cracks spiderwebbing across the broken terrain.

Her golden aura flickered around her like flames as she rolled her shoulders and exhaled softly; her usual playful demeanor vanished in favor of intense focus that made her appear older than her years.

Brutus moved silently beside her like an immovable wall; he tightened his grip on his weapon while locking eyes with the largest of the Elite beasts, the one radiating strength clearly meant for tanking damage.

Gregor adjusted his stance slightly; his hand rested lightly on his slender broadsword’s hilt while faint green energy began swirling around him.

The wind stirred gently around him, forming small currents as his eyes locked onto the fastest of the five beasts, the one with a slightly slimmer frame and legs twitching with barely contained speed.

Vanthrice stood just behind them, her bronze spear gripped firmly, posture straight and steady. Her calm gaze shifted between the enemies, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

Nearby, Caelis stayed close to Sage, preparing to attack any beasts that managed to slip through the defence, his expression serious as he watched the battlefield intently.

Sage wasted no time. He lifted his staff slightly, and the air around him began to hum softly as mana responded to his will. In an instant, a large magic circle appeared beneath his feet in a bright flash, intricate lines and symbols spinning slowly while lightning crackled sharply above him.

Without hesitation, he unleashed his first spell: a bolt of lightning crashing down with a thunderous BOOOM! It struck one of the Elite beasts directly. But unlike before, the creature didn’t fall; it only flinched as electricity spread across its scales before fading away, leaving faint burn marks.

Sage’s eyes sharpened at this resistance. Adjusting instantly, he followed up with a wave of wind blades, each large enough to slice through multiple enemies.

The blades cut through the air with sharp WHOOOSH sounds as they flew toward the beasts. Yet the speed-type vanished in a blur, dodging completely before reappearing at another angle so fast it left afterimages behind.

At that moment, Gregor moved too. His body blurred as he dashed forward with wind pushing from behind; his sword sliced through the air with a sharp hiss as he intercepted the speed beast.

Their clash rang out loud, a clang,blade meeting claw and sparks flying as they exchanged blows at dizzying speed. Gregor’s movements grew smoother and faster as he adapted to the creature’s pace, using wind to enhance his own agility while searching for openings.

Meanwhile, Mina and Brutus faced off against the tank-type beast head-on. The massive creature charged forward heavily enough to shake the ground; its claws slammed down with a BOOM! against Mina’s shield.

The impact sent shockwaves rippling outward and pushed her back slightly. She dug her feet into the earth, gritting her teeth as her golden aura flared, holding firm despite the force.

Brutus stepped in from the side next, swinging his weapon down onto the beast’s armored body with a loud bang. But it bounced off slightly,proof of how tough their foe was and forced him to adjust strikes toward weaker points.

At that same time, the venom-type beast moved strangely fluidly; its limbs dripped dark green venom that hissed on contact with soil and corroded patches where it touched.

It lunged at one supporting Adventurer who hadn’t retreated far enough, the claws screeching sharply through air, but Vanthrice appeared in an instant.

Her spear thrust forward with pinpoint accuracy, striking the creature and forcing it to retreat slightly. She moved with calm control, maintaining her distance while deftly avoiding its corrosive attacks.

Sage was on the lookout for an opening to strike deeper. Meanwhile, the command-type beast lingered slightly behind, its six eyes scanning the battlefield as it emitted a low, almost inaudible sound that prompted the remaining swarm to reorganize.

Some circled around to flank him, while others prepared to charge again, revealing that this creature was not just a fighter but a tactical controller capable of influencing the entire battlefield.

Suddenly, Sage found himself facing multiple threats at once when the assassin-type beast vanished from sight. For a brief moment, it seemed to disappear completely before reappearing right behind him with terrifying speed, claws aimed directly at his neck.

Just as it was about to strike, a magic circle flashed beneath Sage’s feet and a bolt of lightning crashed down with a loud crack.

In an instant, he vanished in a flash of light and reappeared several meters away. The assassin’s attack met nothing but air as Sage turned to confront it again.

His eyes were calm yet sharp as he began moving more actively, quickly combining spells: wind propelled him forward, lightning heightened his reflexes, and fire spread across the battlefield to limit enemy movement.

Each spell was accompanied by bright magic circles that illuminated the area with bursts of light and power.

The battle quickly devolved into a chaotic exchange of power and speed. Explosions, clashes, and roars filled the air as the ground shattered under relentless attacks.

BOOM! BANG! CRASH!

Echoed one after another while mana surged wildly across the battlefield. Despite Sage’s evident strength compared to before, these Elite beasts proved formidable opponents; their resistance, coordination, and adaptability compelled him to think carefully about every move he made.

For the first time since combat began, one of the beasts managed to push him back slightly, its attack slipping through his defenses and forcing him to step back just in time to avoid a direct hit.

The ground cracked beneath his feet as he steadied himself; his eyes narrowed for a brief moment before a faint smile appeared on his lips, not one of arrogance but genuine excitement.

"Now this feels like a real fight."

And just like that, the Chapter concludes here.