The Ruined World Was Mistaken for a Game

Translator: Dreamscribe

Overwhelming capital was like magic.

Jinwoo was an Archmage and had a lot of money. Thanks to that, he could present a fantastic magic show to everyone here. The showcase that was about to unfold would also be a magical moment.

The waiting staff quickly rushed in and set up the stage. In an instant, the stage transformed into a scene that seemed to come straight out of Arsilan.

Even until then, the cheers did not cease.

Rather, they only grew louder.

Not stopping at cheers, everyone seated in the audience and those standing outside all recited the prayer in booming voices.

Compared to Ella’s prayer, the format was completely random, and it was full of flamboyance. It was neither solemn nor grand, and even a little laughable. Naturally, there was no sense of holiness. However, even Ella would have to acknowledge this scene if she saw it.

It was a perfect prayer.

That prayer was filled with joy and delight.

Jinwoo could feel that emotion overflow and fill the surroundings. For some reason, he could sense all of those emotions.

‘Saving the world with joy.’

That's how it would be.

Hearing the prayer shouted by all the future Heroes together, he was filled with certainty.

Let us answer their prayer.

Let us become the developer that the Heroes desire.

That was the minimum courtesy he could offer to the Heroes who would dedicate themselves to Arsilan.

So, I shall accept your praises!

Jinwoo responded to that prayer and opened his arms. He slightly enchanted the lighting with magic to shine brighter on himself. As a result, the atmosphere on-site peaked to the point that no one could stop it anymore.

“Wow....”

Johnny felt goosebumps.

He had attended many events, but it was his first time experiencing joy that could be felt directly on the skin. Johnny, feeling awe, naturally straightened up with reverence in body and mind.

Even Johnny received a new script. Engulfed in many emotions, his body trembled, but he was a seasoned professional. He quickly calmed his emotions and grabbed the microphone.

“Haha! I got completely fooled, too.”

“Weren’t you informed?”

“No, I really had no idea. But I’m so glad I was fooled. Because I could feel the same emotions as our future Heroes!”

Johnny was known for having a loose mouth, so if he had been told in advance, it might have spoiled. Knowing that, it had been decided at the meeting. As Jinwoo sat down, the showcase officially began.

The viewer count skyrocketed as it was being broadcast not only on Arsilan Worlds but also on YouTube.

“Many people want to experience Episode 1 again. But unfortunately, past history cannot be reversed.”

At Jinwoo’s words, the future Heroes nodded in agreement.

Johnny had a good sense of things.

When Jinwoo smiled slightly, Johnny sensed something.

“Seeing you bring it up again like this, there must be something, right?”

When Jinwoo pressed a small remote control in his hand, the screen behind him changed. A fairly grand tower appeared. Standing on a grassland, it had a strong fantasy vibe.

“It’s the Tower of Trials.”

It was a tower that had previously been used as a Magic Tower. It had been left abandoned for being unnecessarily huge, but now it was being recycled this way.

Murmurs arose.

The eyes of the audience sparkled like stars in the night sky. When Jinwoo pressed the button again, a video began immediately.

The Goblin Subjugation battle appeared.

Leon and the people of Arsilan were not there, but the scene was exactly the same as back then. The Goblin Subjugation battle, the Defense of Lunatie, and even the Invasion of Erosion and the Lord of Erosion raid.

They were properly implemented.

“Though we can’t change the past, we can experience the trials. The Tower of Trials is a space where you can experience the past battlefields. Of course, they have been slightly adjusted according to the situation.”

Wooooaaah!

Cheers exploded!

“O Creator God!”

Johnny immediately knelt down and raised both hands high. Jinwoo smiled benevolently and stretched out his hand as if to bless him.

“The Goblin Subjugation will be held twice a week, the Defense of Lunatie and the Lord of Erosion Raid once a week, and the Invasion of Erosion will be held once every two weeks. To the Heroes who pass all the trials....”

The screen changed.

The emblem of the Golden Alliance of Arsilan appeared. It was different from the previous one, but it looked plenty cool.

“You will be able to wear this emblem on your chest, showing that we are one.”

You will be given the qualification to join the Golden Alliance of Arsilan!

Even the existing quests were integrated into the Tower of Trials.

The future Heroes were overwhelmed with emotion.

Some even shed tears of joy. Johnny, too, seemed moved and his eyes grew slightly red.

“But it will be very difficult. Do you think you’ll all be able to do well?”

“Of course! We can do it! Right?”

Wooooaaaah!

As Johnny looked out at the audience and said that, instead of a verbal response, a tremendous roar erupted. It was like the roar of a battlefield.

Jinwoo nodded with a smile.

Thanks to the magic core, it was possible to create multiple spaces and hold events like this. Though there would be a queue, instance dungeons were also possible.

From the start, the Erosion Core held a massive space large enough to cover that vast land. As long as there was Magic Power, this level of activity posed no burden.

The viewers’ reactions were explosive as well.

-They're really giving us everything.

-I can’t believe we get to experience it like this!

-I’m tearing up…

-My faith is surging...

When Jinwoo pressed the button, an information window appeared in front of the Tower of Trials.

“The clear records will remain in the history of Arsilan forever. We will be giving out rewards such as trial-exclusive weapon skins and titles based on rankings, so please make sure to participate. Hmm, it looks like our senior Heroes will have to stay on their toes.”

The atmosphere in Arsilan Worlds was also heating up.

-Wow, they even prepared something like this.

-If we fall behind the Americans, it’ll be so embarrassing.

-They’ll never catch up to us ㅋㅋ

-Let’s claim all the records!

The rewards were also very enticing.

Rewards that only 1st place could use were updated monthly. If someone took first place, the weapon skin would be taken away too. This kind of healthy competition would be good for the Heroes’ growth.

The looks in their eyes changed.

The future Heroes were already ignited with competitive spirit.

“This was actually something we were planning to reveal later..., but with such a hot response, we can’t help it.”

Jinwoo immediately introduced the next content.

[Addition and Support for Production Classes]

“Even now, many people are devoted to production classes. They can be used alongside combat classes. Exclusive skills for production classes will also be added.”

The screen changed to reveal the names of various production classes.

There were specialized jobs that required qualification exams to change into. Alchemist, Magic Engineer, Magic Architect, Builder, and many more. They weren’t limited to choosing just one production class; they could register all of them freely.

“Several villages and cities will also be added.”

Jinwoo planned to abundantly fill the vast land.

As for cities, the plan was to restore ruins via the Magic Tower or completely relocate unoccupied cities to fill in. Even if not that, there would be plenty of other methods.

Jinwoo first took action.

Taking action first and cleaning up afterward. It was a trick he often used back when he was a game director.

“Now, I’d like to talk about something a bit more serious.”

When Jinwoo set the tone, it became quiet.

[The World We Build Together]

That phrase appeared on the screen.

“There are certainly inconveniences caused by language.”

Heroes from many countries were expected to participate together.

All systems would appear in their respective languages, but communication among them would surely be inconvenient.

“There is an interpretation magic. It’s a C-rank magic, so it will be quite difficult to learn. However, Arsilan natives can generally use interpretation magic, so there won’t be any inconvenience in daily life.”

He could cast interpretation magic on all Heroes, but he chose not to.

“Through interaction, the people of Arsilan may also learn your language. The same goes for you."

Jinwoo wanted various cultures to slowly blend and create a new one.

“If you discover an ancient document during your travels, put your heads together and try to decode them. Catch dangerous monsters together or excavate hidden ruins. If misunderstandings arise, resolve them through duels.”

Everything was part of the romance that Arsilan Saga offered.

“Interacting with such a diverse group of Heroes, sharing fantastic experiences and exchanging cultures, will be an incredibly fascinating journey.”

A soft smile appeared on Jinwoo’s lips.

“The day will come when you won’t need words and can understand each other just through your gaze. As you adventure and fight together, you’ll influence one another. Don’t you think a beautiful culture of our own, of Arsilan’s own, will be born from such exchanges? So isn’t this truly the world we are building together?”

Clap, clap, clap!

Applause burst out.

Johnny also set down his microphone and clapped vigorously.

Everyone was becoming the protagonist, building new culture and history together!

Just that alone washed away all the lingering regrets they had held up until now. An inexplicable exhilaration surged up to the top of their heads.

Before them lay a land of adventure filled with infinite possibilities.

Now only one question remained in everyone’s mind. Johnny took up the microphone with a solemn expression.

“On behalf of everyone, I ask this. When exactly will you summon us to Arsilan?”

With all their hopes condensed into it, the question was asked to Jinwoo.

Silence fell over the convention center. It was so quiet, even breathing couldn’t be heard, as everyone focused on Jinwoo’s answer.

Jinwoo operated the remote control. Then, the Hero's Flowers appeared on the display. As if waiting for their cue, the staff came up on stage holding Soul Links.

Jinwoo held in his hand a Soul Link in the form of goggles. It was thicker than ordinary goggles, but looked light enough to be worn comfortably.

“This is Soul Link Light. The battery lasts for eight hours, and it can also be used while connected to a power source. It supports basic functions by linking to Ohsung Electronics smartphones or PCs.”

It was a version of the existing Soul Link with several features removed.

“When connected to the superintelligent AI, Ella, your senses are automatically adjusted. You won’t feel any latency based on distance.”

This was a newly introduced product lineup.

“This is Soul Link S, which can perform various functions independently without linking to a smartphone or PC. And this capsule is Soul Link U, which allows the longest possible connection time.”

The prices appeared.

Soul Link Light was $1,399, approximately 2 million won in Korean currency. The others were around $400 more expensive than the existing Soul Link and Soul Link Pro. Instead of creating a next-generation model, Jinwoo had developed a diversified lineup.

Although there were differences in additional features, the performance required to enjoy Arsilan Saga was the same across the board. If budget was tight, the Soul Link Light with minimal functionality was the best choice.

So when is the release date?

Take all my money already!

Such gazes poured toward Jinwoo.

“The release date is....”

Gulp!

Johnny swallowed his saliva.

The audience was also in a state of total concentration.

“Just a moment.”

Jinwoo looked at his wristwatch. He stood still and stared at it for about 30 seconds.

“It’s exactly 8 o’clock now. The North American service for Arsilan Worlds has just started.”

Johnny hurriedly pulled out his smartphone and accessed Arsilan Worlds.

It supported English, and existing posts could be viewed translated into English. Then a banner popped up.

[Guide to Purchasing Soul Link]

The full sales schedule for Soul Link appeared.

It was available for purchase immediately, and starting next week, it would also be available for offline purchase at Ohsung Electronics stores in the U.S.

“You can purchase Soul Link right now. Just as you all are thoroughly prepared, the stock is also sufficient. We plan to sell at least one million units in the U.S. alone this year."

The same applied to Korea. Now that there was not just enough but an abundance of Magic Stones, he planned to release the stock fully.

The U.S. version of the Soul Link was planned to be produced entirely at local U.S. factories, except for the previously manufactured inventory.

Naturally, the Soul Chips were also shipped to the local factories. Once that agreement was reached, various regulations disappeared surprisingly quickly, probably due to attempts to steal the technology.

‘It’s already leaked.’

Hundreds of Soul Chips had already been stolen.

Even if they studied it for hundreds of years, they would never figure out how it worked.

Moreover, each Soul Chip had a message engraved on it that read: "Do not disassemble." If ignored and disassembled, terrible consequences followed.

One of those was the “Curse of Baldness”.

“Next week! You’ll be able to connect right after the regular maintenance of Arsilan Saga!”

Next week?

Crazy?! Next week?

Not only Johnny but the audience froze in place. They were at the point of doubting their own ears.

Those who had come all this way to witness the Creator God had no need to join the scramble to buy.

“Ah! I will give a purchase code to everyone here, so please enjoy today’s event at your leisure.”

Because a blessing had been bestowed right on the spot.

Wooooaaaah!

Kyaaaaah!

With the thunderous cheers, it felt like the convention center was shaking from an earthquake.

-It’s available now!

-Wow! I succeeded in buying it! I’m a Hero now too!

-Hurry and reserve it before it sells out!

-Waaaaah! I can’t believe this day has come! I’m glad I stayed alive!

-Looking for teammates for next week!

-I did it! I did it! I did it!

Not only overseas viewers, but also Arsilan Worlds itself became a festival. And it still wasn’t over. There was a truly perfect finale left. Even before the excitement settled down, the next screen appeared.

[Novice Hero Support Set!]

‘Let’s settle in quickly!’

*Ella’s Radiant Blessing (4 days)

*Subspace Tattoo, Beginner Weapon Exchange Coupon

*30% Discount Coupon for Platinum Coin Shop

*1 Novice Hero Gift Box

*Title

[-] Chick

‘I’m a beginner Hero who knows nothing.’

A title symbolizing beginner Heroes.

When equipped, a chick icon appears above your head. The people of Arsilan will treat you kindly.

(Wearable at level 10 and below)

*Novice Hero-Exclusive Hat

[-] Kindergarten Hat

‘Please think I’m cute!’

A yellow kindergarten hat that only Novice Heroes can wear.

Easily noticeable from afar and quite cute.

(When equipped: Affinity in all regions +5%)

(Wearable at level 10 and below)

[Burning Time for Our Heroes!]

‘Since when did you think level-ups were slow?’

*EXP 150%

*Item Drop Rate 200%

(All regions of Arsilan)

[How to Become a Veteran Hero!]

‘Now, I will stand above all of you!’

*Requirement: Reach levels within the event period!

*Reward: Gift pack for every 5 levels gained!

*Upon reaching level 40: Title, 40 Platinum Coins, Veteran Hero’s Hat, and Veteran Hero’s Weapon awarded.

[Need a Stronger Weapon? Let’s Enhance Them!]

‘Heroes! Are your weapons prepared?’

*Significantly increased enhancement success rate during the event!

*40% discount on enhancement cost!

[Our Kind Hero-nim!]

‘A teacher’s grace is like heaven!’

*Reputation system will be introduced! Guide beginner Heroes and become an honorable Hero!

*Honorable titles and rewards will be granted according to reputation.

*Additional rewards can be received during the event period.

*Arsilan people will show different reactions according to the Hero's Reputation!

Jinwoo looked at the future Heroes with a merciful expression and opened his arms.

“You will be able to enjoy all of this starting next week.”

An overwhelming flood of events poured out!

It was like having food shoved into your mouth until your belly burst.

Now it’s time to praise him, right?

Time to worship him, right?

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Johnny shouted in a state of utter excitement.

He was sincerely worshipping Jinwoo!

“Woooooo!”

“This is insane! Completely insane!”

“I love you!”

“Creator God! Creator God!”

He is a god!

The Arsilan Saga U.S. showcase became legendary, and Jinwoo became a god in this place.

Jinwoo waved at the frenziedly joyful Heroes.

‘It’s going to be a hell of a ride from here on out.’

If this were a real virtual reality game, there would have been no need to launch overseas services so quickly. The business could have progressed slowly through proper localization.

However, there wasn’t much time left for Arsilan.

More Heroes were needed to protect Arsilan.

The workload had increased drastically, but the more it piled up, the greater his hope became, and that made it all the more enjoyable.

“Now, I’ll take your questions. Ask me anything.”

The Q&A session went on for quite some time. Jinwoo answered every question sincerely and thoroughly. Once the session ended, it was time to part ways.

“Unfortunately, it’s time to say goodbye. I will now go prepare for the Heroes.”

“The Creator God is returning to Arsilan!”

The song of return echoed throughout the hall.

When Johnny turned on the flashlight on his smartphone and waved it, everyone else in the convention center held up their phones. The swaying lights to the melody of the return song looked like the Hero's Flower.

Jinwoo paused for a moment and took in the sight with his eyes.

Though the form was different, the sentiment was the same.

“Then, dear Heroes, I shall see you in Arsilan.”

Jinwoo bowed politely and stepped down from the stage.

His steps were light as air.

An even greater threat than the Erosion Core was approaching, but he felt no fear. Because behind him stood Heroes far greater than any heavenly army.

*****

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