The Martial God who Regressed Back to Level 2 Novel

"Unaffiliated in first place? Is that true?"

"Sung JiHan? Who is that? Does anyone know?"

It has been 10 years since Battle.net spread throughout the world.

Unlike before, the Bronze League had long been classified as irrelevant and outside of people's interest.

At least Silver had to be reached, as it was considered somewhat worth watching.

Especially in tutorial matches, even guild officials didn't pay much attention.

But if it was the case in Gangnam 1 area, the story was different.

"The unaffiliated player is in first place in Gangnam 1's tutorial?"

"I heard this season's participants have a considerably high level..."

The requirements to participate in Gangnam 1 were significant.

An average stat ability of 9 or higher, with a gift grade of A.

Guild officials believed that at least this level was needed to be within the top 50 in the tutorial.

But this was still a standard based on averages.

For each season, the cut-off line for passing the tutorial always varied.

"Last season, the competition was relatively relaxed, so even C-grade gifts passed by luck."

"But this time, the competition was fierce."

The 10 major Korean guilds often exchanged information, so they knew about the participants in this Bronze League.

Starting from July, applications for the league were submitted, and Gangnam 1 Bronze League began on July 31st.

This season, starting in the second half of 2020, was expected to be an intense competition of unprecedented scale.

And...

"I heard Lee Seong's Im Ga-yeong is also participating. Of course, she would be in first place."

"4 kills would normally be a first-place score in the league. 6 kills is unreasonable."

Im Ga-yeong from the Lee Seong Guild.

Known to possess an S-grade gift, she was a promising player that the Lee Seong Guild ambitiously presented.

Such high expectations were placed on her that even the pragmatic Lee Seong scouts confidently claimed, "Of course, Im Ga-yeong will be in first place."

Moreover, Im Ga-yeong truly lived up to their expectations.

4 kills.

If it weren't for Sung JiHan, she would have undoubtedly been in first place.

"Sigh. It's a shame we couldn't collect data. Why can't the tutorial be broadcasted? Seriously..."

"For now, investigate this Sung JiHan person. The surname is quite unique, so something might come up."

"Yes, understood."

Thus, the various guild scout teams began their investigations like headless chickens.

But the story was different for the two guilds who directly encountered Sung JiHan.

"Both of you... I received the data properly."

The warrior and archer from the Turtle Guild who were killed by Sung JiHan.

They had the Kill Cam provided by Battle.net.

A video captured in third person 30 seconds before their death.

"I really... can't believe it."

The scout team leader of the Turtle Guild exclaimed in admiration as he replayed the video multiple times.

The game called Battle.net.

They had known for a while that the balance was terrible...

"Does this make sense? Is it really level 2?"

The warrior and archer who were bowing their heads in front of him.

Their abilities were objectively not lacking.

Both had A-grade gifts, and their equipment was the best in the B-grade range.

Especially the warrior, who was given a top-tier full plate mail with thick defense that suited his characteristics.

"Urk weapons are at best around F-grade to E-grade. To think that such a crude weapon can penetrate B-grade...."

In particular, Sung JiHan's speed was impressive.

In the team leader's eyes, his agility was at least 15 or even close to 20.

Of course, his strength was also at that level... No, considering that he pierced through armor with a crude weapon, it must be even higher.

What kind of special characteristic does he have that makes a level 2 show such a performance?

The scout team leader's eyes lit up with curiosity.

"Just by looking at his clothes, he's not even a reserve guild member. We have to recruit him somehow!"

As if he had just woken up, he only wore a loose-fitting short-sleeved shirt and sweatpants to participate.

In the game, he achieved 6 kills with a body that was practically unarmed.

The team leader nodded his head several times and looked at the two in front of him.

Although it may seem like someone else's gain, we have to support the guild's promising members.

"Both of you, don't be discouraged. As the team leader, I guarantee your abilities. You will have enough chances to pass in the next opportunity."

"Ah..."

"I-I see."

"Yes. Just think of this as... um, encountering a natural disaster. It might be better to participate in the next league. If you're in the same league as that monster, it will take away your chance to be promoted to Silver."

Upon hearing the scout team leader's words, the two quickly nodded their heads with faces filled with disappointment.

To continue facing that monster in the league?

Just imagining it was terrifying.

"Well then, rest well today."

"Yes..."

"Understood."

That's how Sung JiHan's performance was witnessed by the scout team leader, who personally took action.

In the Seong Guild, the head of the Personnel Department and the third division manager observed this directly.

"Is this Sung JiHan's data?"

"Yes..."

As soon as they started, they tried to kill Sung JiHan, but instead, Do RiEo was the first to die.

He couldn't take his eyes off the head of the Personnel Department and the third division manager.

"This person is the rumored parachute...."

Lee HaYeon.

According to rumors, she was still in her twenties.

A beauty that could rival famous celebrities.

Just by looking at her face, she seemed like she should be a new employee, but she held the title of a manager.

Although there were many rumors and gossip surrounding her parachute status.

"This is no joke...."

Do RiEo, full of youthful vigor, didn't care whether she was a parachute or not.

When his gaze blatantly swept over Lee HaYeon, she furrowed her brows.

"Why do you keep looking at me?"

"S-Sorry."

"Please be more mindful of your gaze next time. Now, please leave."

"Yes..."

As Do RiEo was chased out, leaving behind only the USB containing the data.

As he left the manager's office, a cold-looking woman stood behind her.

She was Lee HaYeon's bodyguard.

"Should I kill him, Miss?"

"Geez. You always say you'll kill someone. But you've never killed anyone."

"I killed someone this time."

"Huh. In the tutorial? Fine. So that guy is Sung JiHan? But more importantly, Ga Young. Come over here. The person who took away your first place. Let's see together."

Im Ga Young, the rising star of the Lee Sung Guild.

Although her top priority was to protect Ha Yeon, whom she had been taking care of since she was young.

"I understand."

Seeming curious about the person who took away her first place, she quickly approached Ha Yeon's desk.

And not long after.

Both of them had surprised expressions.

"Wow, thank goodness. Ga Young."

"What are you talking about?"

"That person didn't get summoned next to you."

"...I can't deny that."

Do Hyuk Gyu, who was kicked out of the office earlier.

In fact, he was expected to be in the top 20 ranks within the Lee Sung Guild.

Agility A.

In terms of the tutorial alone, he was considered a highly skilled player.

But Sung JiHan, the opponent, effortlessly dodged his Agility A attacks.

"If you happen to be matched with that person in the next game, it would be best to avoid him, right?"

"..."

Im Ga Young didn't answer, she just nodded quietly.

Ha Yeon looked at her like that.

She was biting her lip, and her lower lip was slightly sticking out.

Having spent a long time together, Ha Yeon knew when Im Ga Young would make that expression.

When she received an order she didn't like.

"Ugh, really."

"Oh, no. Our Ga Young won't lose. Crush him in a fight."

"It's okay. Miss. I will avoid it."

"It's an order. It's for gathering information, so fight."

"Then... I understand."

Swiftly.

Im Ga Young's expressionless face returned, with her lips returning to their original position.

Seeing that, Ha Yeon smiled as if she couldn't hold it in and looked at Sung JiHan's face on the monitor again.

Somehow, his face didn't feel unfamiliar.

"I feel like I've seen him somewhere...."

* * *

Sung JiHan, who returned home, first checked the message that appeared in front of him.

"I achieved first place in the tutorial."

"As a reward for first place, experience gain increased by 50%."

"My level has increased by 3."

"Since it's the tutorial mode, no GP will be given."

"I'm leveling up quickly because I'm a low level."

When he was living as a ranker in the United States, it took him a month to level up once.

But in this game, he had already increased his level by 3.

Sung JiHan distributed his stats with a proud heart.

"Of course, I'll put the remaining 3 stat points into Strength...."

Once again, as soon as he put points into Strength, the value increased.

When his Strength reached 9, Sung JiHan turned his attention to the empty title slot.

In the tutorial, I became first place and obtained a title.

[The one who conquered the tutorial - Bronze]

[A title given to the player who achieves first place in the tutorial. Within the Bronze League, all stats are increased by +1, and experience gain is increased by 20%.]

Although this title only applies within the Bronze League, it still has a decent effect.

Sung JiHan immediately equipped this title.

"My strength has become 10."

He examined his status window.

Name: Sung JiHan

Level: 6

Affiliation: Bronze League - Gangnam 1 Area

Strength: 10

Magic: 6

Class: Unemployed (Class acquisition possible)

Gift: Wanderer's Eye (Grade F)

- Able to assess other players well.

Title: The one who conquered the tutorial - Bronze

Achievement Points: 11,600

His abilities have improved slightly compared to when he was level 2.

However, he still doesn't have any skills, and his gift is only grade F, so he still has a long way to go.

Still, with this level, the Bronze League was practically a free pass.

"I need to quickly reach level 25 and clear the path for the growing saplings."

Once he reaches level 25, he won't have to play the game every day. He just needs to wait for the Silver Promotion Match.

"But..."

A light was flashing in the class slot labeled "Unemployed."

Sung JiHan placed his finger on the class slot.

"At level 5, you can acquire a basic class."

"The available classes are as follows:"

-Warrior

-Archer

-Mage

-Supporter

"Would you like to choose a class?"

"The time for advancement is approaching."

By default, players are given the Unemployed class.

Once they reach level 5, they can choose a class.

Alternatively, even if their level is below 5, if they are a member of a guild, they can advance in advance through the guild headquarters' Battle.net Crystal.

"If it weren't for the Achievement Store, I would have definitely chosen Warrior..."

In his past life, Sung JiHan was a special job called "Museong" (Unrivaled Warrior), which was the third evolution of the Warrior class.

It was a job that increased the speed of strength development and helped with the smooth operation of martial arts.

Since he had walked the path of a Warrior before, choosing Warrior would allow for smoother growth.

"But if I consider the additional classes in the Achievement Store..."

By paying 10,000 Achievement Points, you can obtain an additional class.

There was another path he could consider through this.

"It's time to aim for another unique stat."

Sung JiHan's hand moved towards one of the four classes.