The plain on the west side of the second-level main block "Urbas" is a dangerous area inhabited by a large number of bison monsters. However, these monsters are only dangerous because of their large numbers. They are quite simple in terms of attack methods, so this area is very
Suitable for newly formed teams to break in.
At this moment, these gregarious buffalo monsters were rubbing the grass with their "humming hums" and staring with red eyes at the five-man team that had "annoyed" them.
After agreeing to Asuna's request to become stronger, these monsters became their 'topic' today.
…
"Drink——!"
With her fierce momentum, Asuna used her rapier thrusting skills to easily turn the two bison that were leading the way into pieces.
"——[sitch]!"
Shouting alternate slogans, Suguha and Aiko drew their swords in unison and rushed out from behind.
The sword blades flickered, and the two attacked from both sides at the same time, disrupting their formation and beginning to reduce the number of bison.
Immediately afterwards, facing the dispersed buffalo herd, Silica and Yuuki, who were in charge of harvesting, quickly wiped out the ones that had slipped through the net.
It’s a perfect fit!
"..."
However, after seeing the monsters that were easily defeated by the combination of everyone, Yuuki nodded her head in distress.
Although it can be said that everyone's strength and cooperation have improved rapidly in the past few days, she always feels that something is missing.
This is why she gave up her forward position to Asuna and stood behind to observe.
After all, if she takes action, there will be no point in letting them get along.
"Xiaoyou, what's the problem?"
Coming to Yuuki's side, Lanzi asked with some doubts.
She thinks their cooperation is very good.
At this time, everyone else stopped and looked at Yuuki, because the most 'authoritative' person here was the brooding black-haired girl.
"Well……"
"..."
"ah--!"
Hearing the cheers from time to time, Yuuki's eyes widened slightly as she looked at the team that had just finished fighting in the distance, with a look of realization on her face.
Seeing the armored man standing at the front of the team, she finally found out where the discord lay.
Their team has no vanguard!
Because at present, the low-level monsters are not very strong in order to allow newcomers to adapt quickly. Facing the girls who choose to attack with rapiers and one-handed swords, they are not actually very threatening.
You can even use level suppression like Asuna to defeat the opponent with one blow.
But these cannot be compared with the boss battle.
Even Yuuki herself couldn't defeat the floor boss with one blow.
So when they can only injure but not kill, what they have to face next is the monster's more violent counterattack.
Although the girls themselves can use their 'skills' and 'awareness' to shorten the period of immobility indefinitely, Lanzi and the others cannot do it and can only resume actions according to the game's settings.
If the boss attacks you at this time, the result will be obvious.
After putting forward the avant-garde idea, the other four people also seriously considered it.
This question is indeed very important, because if they want to continue the strategy, they will definitely encounter a situation where someone needs to stand in front of them.
Short swords, rapiers and one-handed swords are undoubtedly not suitable for this role.
"...otherwise, I can change my profession."
"Well, I can do that too."
Asuna, who is already accustomed to using a rapier, would definitely lose more than she gained by switching to a shield sword, and the petite Silica would be even less suitable.
So Aiko and Suguha raised their hands at the same time, and only they who were using single swords could get through smoothly.
As for Yuuki, of course it is possible, but no one will give up this huge combat power and let her switch to the role of human shield, so I won't consider it.
"..."
Assessing the pros and cons, Yuuki shook his head and then made a suggestion.
"Anyway, there's still about a day left before tomorrow's strategy starts. Let's go back to the town and check if there are any vanguards who haven't formed a team yet."
When you go up to the floor, you may not be able to find the tank warriors who haven't formed a team, and it will be more difficult to run in by then, so it's better to try your luck here.
Anyway, the maximum team formation limit is six people, and they still have one person left. If it doesn't work out, let them consider transferring one of them.
Seeing that everyone agreed with this decision, Yuuki added a rare and witty sentence.
"Of course, it's only for female players."
Then, as expected, I got the approval of all my companions.
One day before the strategy started, the player gathering place of "Urbas" became lively at some point, and a news began to spread.
"Hey, do you know about the recruitment in that square?"
"Ah! I'm just about to go there!"
"Haha, forget it, I only want female players."
"Ugh! What a pity!"
"..."
Similar conversations continue to unfold among players, and they seem to be about the recruitment of members for a certain team.
…
On the outskirts of the Grand Round Terrace Square, a petite and cute girl with short hair and twin tails stood beside the flower bed, holding a sign that read "Recruiting Vanguard Team Members (Only Female Players)" with an embarrassed look on her face.
"excuse me."
"……well."
On the vacant field not far away, amid the cheers of the onlookers, she once again defeated a player who came to apply. Asuna pulled the opponent up with a wry smile on his face.
"Next one, is there anyone else who wants to give it a try?"
Asuna, who seemed to be revitalized and defeated one applicant after another, continued to speak loudly.
Compared with the lifeless look before, such a strong chestnut-haired girl now feels 'alive'.
But... isn't it too much?
There are already few female players, so who will apply if this continues?
"Well, Asuna, has she forgotten our purpose...?"
Sitting on the step next to her and supporting her cheek, Yuuki moved her lips.
They are here to recruit avant-garde players, just test them out, not to set up an arena...
"interesting………"
He also smiled awkwardly, Aiko and Suguha probably didn't expect it either.
"...Well, we are recruiting female front-row players here, right? I am considered a front-row player, can I give it a try?"
Just as Yuuki and the other three were discussing who should replace Asuna, a girl with pink hair and equipped with a war hammer and a buckler walked out of the crowd, but seeing Asuna like that was a bit confusing.
Becoming unsure.
"Yeah, no problem."
Nodding, Asuna, who was full of fighting spirit, quickly drew out her rapier.
"Okay! My name is "Lisbeth", please give me your advice."
"Asuna, please give me some advice."
(…)
(...Lizbeth?)
Yuuki subconsciously raised her head when she heard the name.
After confirming who was coming, she quickly called for Suguha and Aiko to get up and go over.
We have let go of so many "anonymous" ones, and finally there is a "named" one, so we can't miss it anymore.
…
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu...It was clearly agreed that everyone should take turns lifting..."
On the other side, holding a sign alone, Silica looked at her friends who seemed to have forgotten her with tears in her eyes.