So, youre telling me that you are the older twin brother of Gripper?

Thats right, hul-hul. Why would I lie to you?

However, Ian couldnt believe it.

No, Gripper looks like hes around his 50s at most, but this grandpa is basically a mountain wizard. How is this possible?

To call them twins, the age difference in the two peoples physical appearances looked too severe.

If Gripper had the image of a good-looking middle-aged man, Ikaels appearance, with grey hair and a white beard that reached his waist, had a similar feeling to a mountain god that would definitely appear in a fairy tale.

Ian wore a bitter expression.

Compared to Gripper you are much more elderly.

At Ians words, Ikael roared with laughter as he responded.

Is that guy not the Dimensional Enchanter? Since he can completely control time as he wishes, he was less affected by time.

Ah

Finally, Ian understood.

No wonder There was some sort of reason.

Ian and Ikael began to talk about this and that.

And in that process, Ians friendship with Gripper was an incredibly big help to him.

Thanks to Gripper, its incredibly easy to raise my Affinity with Ikael. Its an unexpected profit.

The two peoples conversation continued.

Because I also have the strength to change fate, I am able to live a much longer life compared to others. However, I wasnt able to prevent myself from aging.

I see. But is it not an amazing ability that many people truly desire? The power to change fate, I mean.

At Ians flattery, Ikael grinned.

That may be so. However, since I have received a heavy mission suitable for such power, its not only a good thing.

Ikael wore a bitter smile as he opened his mouth again.

Speaking of which, what was the reason you came looking for me?

At his question, Ian quickly explained the situation where he met Bloody Fenrir Shallos, and the favour he received from him.

As the short explanation ended, Ikael nodded his head and organized everything.

So, Shallos has been freed.

Thats right.

And he told you that I would know about Orvils whereabouts?

Yes.

Hmm

As if he was thinking about something, he was momentarily silent, but soon opened his mouth again.

Firstly, I should thank you.

Sorry?

I meant for freeing Shallos. He was a saviour of this village, and has been an appreciative friend of mine for a long time.

As Ikael slightly bowed his head, Ian also equally dipped his head on impulse.

And as for Orvils liberation Definitely, if it is you, who has won against Shallos that has been blinded by madness, then its possible that you could put Orvil to rest as well.

And Ikael began to release the story related to Shallos and Orvil.

As words related to the quest began to come out, Ian concentrated even more as he listened to his words.

Truthfully, Shallos and Orvil are heroes that have saved this village from Sorcerers of Darkness a long time ago.

The story was quite long.

About 100 years ago from now.

There was a time when a questionable ghost ship had docked at Ollibus Village.

On the ghost ship, over a dozen Necromancers and Sorcerers of Darkness were boarded, and they began to destroy the village.

Ikael, who had failed to protect the village with just his own strength, requested the help of the two Guardians of Forlas Plateau, Shallos and Orvil, and the two, who maintained a friendly relationship with Ollibus Village, willingly helped Ikael and protected the village.

However, before the head of the Sorcerers of Darkness died, in pledge of their life, they placed a curse to restrict the spirits of the two Fenrir, and the two were blinded by madness.

As Shallos and Orvils consciousness werent controlled, they shut themselves up deep inside of Forlas Plateau themselves.

This was because if they didnt do that, they wouldnt be able to control their murderous intent.

And time had passed by like that up until now.

Orvil is stronger than Shallos. If you are not confident in beating him, I cannot tell you where he is.

Ian let out a low groan.

Hmm

The reason was because Shallos was also outrageously strong, but since Orvil was supposed to be stronger than him, he was worried.

Alright. Well, since I wasnt expecting an S-rank quest to be easy to clear.

Ikael wore an incredibly worried expression as he continued talking.

In the case that Orvils seal was released, and you are unable to defeat him and he is released into the world while engulfed with madness, then starting from Ollibus Village, it will most likely become devastated.

I see.

I definitely know the place where he is confined, but because of those reasons, I cannot readily tell you his location.

This was because, to Ikael, the liberation of his appreciative friend Orvil was important, but the safety of the people of the village was even more important.

Ian asked.

If thats the case, then what must I do in order for you to be able to believe me? No, will I definitely be able to suppress Orvil?

Hmm

Ikael closed his eyes and was submerged in his thoughts for a moment.

Firstly, since I know that you are strong enough to win against Shallos, if there was just something that could make you a little stronger, Ill be able to relax

And suddenly, he seemed to have thought of something, as he abruptly stood up from his spot.

Ah, you said you were a Summoner, right?

Yes, so?

Just recently, an elder skilled in Summoning from the eastern continent crossed the sea with a trading ship and came here.

Oh?

Once hearing those words, Ians head started to rotate quickly.

The eastern continent? A trading ship? By any chance, is it related to the new update that they are apparently doing next month?

Anticipation filled Ians expression.

This was because he felt that he could gain some sort of special skill or opportunity for Summoners that hasnt been released yet.

If you go find that person and learn a little bit of that mysterious ability, then I think Ill be able to believe in you and tell you the place where Orvil is sealed.

Ikael stroked his long beard once and stared at Ian.

What do you think? That person is most likely entrusting himself at the chiefs place. Will you try to go and see him?

Of course, without an inch of hesitation, Ian nodded his head.

On top of intending to do the quest no matter what anyways, there was a chance that he would be able to obtain a new Summoner skill, so it was an obvious choice.

Yes. I will try and go see him.

At his response, Ikael also wore a satisfied expression.

Good, good. Thank you. That persons name is Damcheon. Go to him and tell him that Ive sent you, and if you tell him the whole story, he will probably help you.

* * *

Because the house of Ollibus Villages chief was located right in the heart of the village, he was able to find it without much difficulty.

And inside of the chiefs house, there were quite a lot of NPCs, but Ian was able to immediately figure out at a glance who the Damcheon that Ikael was talking about was.

He did say he crossed over here from the eastern continent, and hes wearing something like a modernized hanbok[1].

It seemed that the eastern continent in the world of Kailan made the actual East their motif.

On top of that, it seemed as LB Sports, the developers of Kailan, was a Korean company, he was an NPC that dressed strongly exuding a Korean vibe.

For some reason, Ian felt some sort of kinship(?) and approached him.

Are you Damcheon?

Sitting by the window and fanning himself while he stared outside the window, he slowly turned his head at Ians calling.

Thats right. Who are you?

Ian slightly bowed his head and continued speaking.

Ah, I am a Summoner named Ian.

At the word Summoner, it seemed that perked Damcheons interest, as he changed into a more assertive posture.

I see, so you are a Summoner. But what business do you have to see me for?

Ian began to explain the whole story to him.

Euh, since I have to say the same words multiple times, its a little bothersome.

However, because it was a quest where he could possibly gain a clue related to Lys evolution, and he could also gain an ability that hasnt been revealed to Summoners, so he told the story with sincerity.

And fortunately, Damcheon listened to Ians story with incredible interest.

They are truly pitiful souls. To have received that much pain for over 100 years, I mean.

Thats why I need your help, Damcheon.

Ian, who spoke, focused even more on his words now as he thought that a story related to the quest would come out.

However, different from his expectations, as soon as he heard his next words, he couldnt help but become a little dejected.

Hm, if thats the case, could you tell me about the abilities of this continents Summoners? I need to know the abilities you have in order to figure out what part I can be of help to you.

Ah, what the hell, I have to explain again?

Ian was a little annoyed, but because it was a quest worth the labour, he nodded his head without unnecessary remark.

On top of that, there was some truth to his words.

Of, of course. That much, well

Ian began to briefly explain the abilities that he had.

However, different from what he first thought, quite a lot of time had passed by from talking about this and that.

Aho, how tiring. It would have been better if he made me fight instead.

Still, fortunately, Damcheon was incredibly satisfied with Ians explanation.

Damcheon, who heard all of his explanation, slowly opened his mouth.

I can definitely be of help to you.

As he heard the positive response, Ians expression immediately brightened.

Oh, is that so?

Damcheon nodded his head.

Thats right.

And he added on.

Truthfully, amongst the fighting abilities I have, theres nothing that would be of big help to you.

Ian, who had heard up to this point, felt the spirit of disappointment fall.

However, after hearing the next words of his, he was able to grab a string of hope.

However, I have an ability that will truly be of big help to you in a different part.

?

Ian was going to ask about that ability, but suddenly, a large system window popped up.

Ring-.

*Pass down the ability of Summoner Damcheon-

*Production Class (Hidden) Class-changing Quest.

Damcheon, a Summoner that came from the eastern continent, has a special ability.

The special ability that he has is exactly the ability to produce Talismans and Incantation Patterns.

If you are to learn the ability from him, you will be able to produce Talismans and Incantation Patterns.

Also, Talismans and Incantation Patterns will sharply increase the abilities of your Familiars.

Once you receive acknowledgement on your qualification, then you will class-change to Diviner (Psychic).

Quest Difficulty Level Unknown

Reward Class-change to Diviner (Psychic)

Will you accept this quest?

Huk!

Ian let out an exclamation with his voice before he could even realize it.

This was because he was that surprised.

He had obtained a class-changing quest for his production class in a truly unexpected location at such an unexpected time. And even to a hidden class.

Ian grinned broadly.

If you will just teach me, I will learn diligently.

And a message popped up.

You have accepted the Production Class Class-changing Quest.

Damcheon nodded his head as he opened his mouth.

Alright. Of course, its not going to be an easy path, but if its a Summoner as outstanding as yourself, I think you will definitely be able to learn.

[1] hanbok = Traditional Korean clothing