Chapter 3

Well, to be honest, I don’t understand much, but I can always ask Help-kun whenever I have questions.

"First, let's try 'Status Open.'"

-----------------

Name: King of the Corroding Black Mist

Class: Demon King Race: King of the Corroding Black Mist

Level: 1

HP: 1600/1600

MP: 1850/1850

SP: 1750/1750

Status

Strength: 40

Dexterity: 55

Agility: 55

Perception: 45

Intelligence: 60

Spirit: 70

Luck: 8

Skill

≪Labyrinth Creation≫ ≪Demon Creation≫ ≪Corroding Black Mist≫

Title

≪King of the Corroding Black Mist≫

-----------------

The same status as before is displayed in front of me. From there, I touch one of the skills I have, ≪Corroding Black Mist≫.

-----------------

≪Corroding Black Mist≫

A composite skill of ≪Mist Body≫ + ≪Corroding Black≫

・≪Mist Body≫

Turns the owner's body into a mist-like form. While in mist form, it is possible to almost completely nullify physical attacks, but it also becomes difficult to interfere physically.

The owner can also revert from mist form by will.

・≪Corroding Black≫

Gives the following effects to any target that comes into contact with the owner's body.

If the target is a living being: Absorbs HP, MP, SP at a rate of 1 per second.

If the target is non-living: Can erode solids and liquids.

-----------------

... Is this a cheat? The ability to nullify physical attacks and absorb abilities doesn’t seem like something a Level 1 Demon King should have.

But, wait. The nullification only applies to physical attacks, meaning things like swords, spears, and guns. Fire might still be effective. I should ask Help-kun about this...

"That's correct, 'King of the Corroding Black Mist.' The mist form can only nullify attacks like swords, fists, and arrows. Scientific weapons and fire-based skills cannot be nullified.

Also, please be aware that even skills classified as physical can still deal damage."

"Thanks for the preemptive answer... But you appear as soon as I think of asking something."

Honestly, this is really bad for my heart. And it seems like you can read my mind, which means no privacy at all.

"That's correct, including the mind-reading part."

"You're like a demon. While we're at it, I have another question. You mentioned fire-based skills earlier, but don’t only the Demon King and the things the Demon King creates have skills?"

This is an important question. If humans outside can use skills, the reception battle after the dungeon is released in a year could be a desperate one.

Why? Think about it. We have to study and train skills from 1 to 10 alone, but the humans outside can do it with dozens or hundreds of people working together. In a year, the gap will be hopelessly wide.

"Half right, half wrong."

"Half? What do you mean?"

"Currently, humans outside do not have skills, classes, or status adjustments. However, once the labyrinth is released, they will gain skills and classes like the Demon Kings.

To obtain new skills, you need to level up. You can gain one skill for each level you increase."

"I see."

So, right after the dungeon is released, I can face humans who are essentially beginners, with a year's worth of knowledge and skill. And after that, both sides will continue to accumulate experience. Even if they are beginners, considering they have the latest weapons, I can't be complacent.

"That's correct. Additionally, regarding the labyrinth, you can set conditions to prevent entry except through designated entrances, or limit the number of people who can enter at once.

Also, concerning your concern about the latest weapons. Even if the most advanced missiles are used, it is impossible to destroy the labyrinth walls or indestructible objects. So, there's no way for them to break through the walls and reach you directly."

"That's a relief."

So, I can control the pace and number of battles.

"I will now conclude the answers to your questions."

"Thanks for your hard work."

Given this, I should focus on preparing the dungeon itself rather than creating monsters. I don’t know what the current state of my dungeon is.

The plan... yeah, I have an idea. Since I’m the King of the Corroding Black Mist, it should have a mist-like theme.

"Alright, let's do it right away! ≪Labyrinth Creation≫!"

04/08: Revised the first character of the first line.

04/17: Corrected typos.