[General Discussion] What the heck is the Plutonium Blade, lolololol

<A picture of Yujin frowning at the glowing blue sword>

Seriously, Henslowe is obsessed with these Easter eggs, lolololol

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• More impressive than the sudden monster appearance is how Yujin didn’t even flinch and just put a bullet in its head.
  ㄴFor real, lol.
  ㄴI’m telling you, she’s not human; she’s made of steel, lol.
  ㄴThe monster was screaming its head off, but she was completely unfazed, lol.
  ㄴThat’s just pure coolness.

• Living Point: If you want to kill a monster, just put five shots from an S&W M500 into its head within a second.
  ㄴSo helpful, thanks!
  ㄴI tried this and broke my wrist, thanks a lot. ^^
  ㄴAnd then she just casually discards the gun after using all the ammo, so cool.
  ㄴSimply... awesome! King God Emperor Yujin!

• Breaking news: Yujin ignored the sword and left.
  ㄴWait, she didn’t take it??????
  ㄴFact: If it were an axe, she would’ve taken it.
  ㄴSo true, lololol.
  ㄴIf it had been a fire axe, she would’ve grabbed it for sure. Yujin has no sense of style.
  ㄴSo now smashing heads with an axe is considered a vibe?

• The guy who shot her ended up getting killed by some random monster instead, lol.
  ㄴEither way, it was a terrible outcome, right?
  ㄴBut hey, at least she didn’t bring a melee weapon today~~
  ㄴFact: If she doesn’t have a sword or axe, she’ll just use the rifle stock.
  ㄴIt’s not even about preference; it’s pure logic, which makes it scarier, lol.
  ㄴExactly.

-[Notification: Eugene ▄︻┻┳══━ 설레이면설레임]

-[Notification: Eugene ▄︻┻┳══━ ASDF]

"Aaah! Yujin takes out 설레임 and ASDF in less than 30 seconds! Such precision aim-tracking! She didn’t even give them time to take cover──!"

A sudden double kill count.

The image of Yujin as a deadly force was now etched into the minds of the 70,000 spectators in the stadium. Having already made a name for herself in close combat within AP, the kills she secured in a full-scale firefight only made her more of a standout.

Twelve minutes into the match, it was a surprisingly late start for Yujin. However, considering her recent notoriety in the qualifying ranks, this was the natural outcome.

In a game where the only visible information was the kill count, that was the only indicator that someone was in the same session.

And the six-letter word that appeared at the top of the screen during the game had become a symbol of fear and pressure on its own.

As the qualifying rounds began on Monday, and Yujin’s full power was unleashed without the filters of tournament ranks or scrims, more people realized that avoiding her was the key to survival.

Everyone who had faced her directly or heard of her infamy knew to steer clear of her. Only the most fearless or those unaware of the situation dared to stand in her way.

As a result, Yujin’s first kills were increasingly delayed.

Until the safe zone shrank to the point where encounters with other players were inevitable.

"Wow."

All of this played out before Harmony’s eyes.

She had missed many matches for various reasons, but now she was witnessing Yujin’s combat for the first time. This was no AI-driven, logic-following opponent; this was a real person wielding a sharp blade.

There was so much to see. Players panicked as Yujin’s name appeared at the top of the UI, while others scouted from high-rises to locate her.

What had Yujin been doing in the game to make everyone react like this?

But that question had long been answered.

As the deadly black rain began to surround the city, only a few stages remained before the final circle, with about 40 players still alive. However, every time the circle shrank unpredictably, about eight players were eliminated.

Amidst the hail of lead, one figure dashed through, her agile, thick tail swaying behind her. To break through the enemy’s strong defenses, she needed suppressive fire, armed with murderous accuracy.

What began as a one-sided assault eventually balanced out and then tipped in the opposite direction. She exploited the slightest weaknesses amidst overwhelming odds, turning the tide of battle by overturning key elements one by one.

'Wow, she does that in those situations...?'

Everything was both a problem and a solution.

The countless hours spent with Yujin—whether indirectly or directly—had shown Harmony the level at which Yujin viewed the battlefield. Even the hardest rock eventually cracks under constant water flow and hammering.

The firm limits that defined Harmony were gradually breaking apart under the relentless pressure.

The small circle in the final stage had arrived. Eleven players were hiding in different locations, ready to tear each other apart. It was a scene unique to AP soloing.

Bullets rained down, sending concrete shards flying into the air. The battle was both brutal and beautiful. Figures fell one by one onto the wet, muddy ground. Numbers, in the form of ranks, coldly cut them down before tossing them unceremoniously back to the lobby.

One thing was clear as winners and losers were decided.

None of them could escape Yujin.

"Please give a big round of applause to today’s Apex Predator! The one who achieves the impossible! Yujin!"

Thunderous applause and cheers shook the stadium.

The dust and concrete particles that had settled on her gear dissipated first. With each step, the footprints she left behind dissolved into the air. Headset. Utility pouch. Bulletproof vest. Backpack. Spare firearms….

It didn’t take long for her avatar to be revealed in casual attire.

The center of the stadium transformed, creating a booth for the interview. A large screen overhead displayed the conversation between the caster and Yujin.

Yujin sat down naturally, though her expression was a bit uneasy. After all, tens of thousands of people were watching her every move. It was impressive that she wasn’t more nervous.

A barrier surrounded the booth, allowing the audience to see the interview but blocking Yujin and the caster from seeing outside. This helped reduce the participants' tension while providing entertainment for the viewers.

Their eyes met.

The interview began.

"Haha, it’s nice to see you again. It seems like we meet quite often these days. At this point, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that this seat is reserved not just for the top player but specifically for you. Congratulations on once again taking the throne in a spot meant only for the strongest."

"Thank you. I feel like I’m constantly facing incredibly skilled opponents. I always give my best in every match, and I believe that’s why I’m seeing these results."

"I couldn’t agree more. When the best clash, it always produces something spectacular for the viewers."

The conversation started with some light banter.

It was time to dive into the specific episodes from the match.

"If I had to guess, I’d say the most surprising moment in this round was when you encountered that sudden, mysterious creature. But we should hear it directly from you. What do you think?"

"...You’re right. When I first saw it, I wasn’t sure what it was, but luckily, I was able to take it down without much trouble. I’m just glad I happened to have the powerful M500 revolver on me."

<ShinnandaKimThunder has donated 1,000 won.>
-Don’t lie, Sensei. We all know you would’ve taken it down with your bare hands if you didn’t have the revolver.

Of course, the donation, which popped up after many recommendations, was a well-timed jab that everyone could appreciate.

Yujin gave a wry smile and added quietly,

"I also didn’t pick up the machete because I’m trying to break away from that image."

"Haha, I hate to say this, but your close combat scenes have left a lasting impression on us. I believe it’s because you’ve always aimed to finish off your opponents decisively."

Yujin nodded silently.

The questions kept coming.

"Many people have asked about your combat tactics and how you set up engagements. But from a strategic perspective, how would you summarize your gameplay today?"

"Well... I don’t usually plan my routes in advance, so I don’t have much to say. But I don’t overlook enemies if they’re on my path."

-Summary: She clears out everything in her way.
-So if there’s an obstacle, she bulldozes through it?
-You’d better believe it, lolololol.
-Why does "I don’t overlook anything" sound so terrifying?
-Yeah, it’s your fault for blocking the queen’s path.

Of course, there was no guarantee that an interview would stay on track after a question was asked.

The chat was filled with playful misinterpretations. The caster couldn’t help but chuckle as the messages bubbled up around them.

Meanwhile, Yujin’s expression remained unchanged.

She looked at the chat and spoke softly.

"Let’s see how things go when we’re back."

The chat finally calmed down.

The interview continued. Her presence alone sparked more questions, along with curiosity about her skills and training methods.

Even after cutting out all the personal questions she never answered, there were still plenty left.

As the questions kept coming and going, the interview neared its end. As always, the final questions were familiar. Would she consider becoming a professional gamer? The answer was no.

The follow-up question about which team she might be interested in vanished like a puff of smoke before it even had a chance to be asked.

"It looks like we’re almost out of time. I can already hear the sighs of disappointment from the viewers. But as they say, parting brings us closer together. So let’s move on to the final question."

"Yes."

"Yesterday, Icarus mentioned something about you. They said your achievements are so solid that missing a match or two wouldn’t affect your ranking. Instead, they suggested you act as a special caster for the Sunday match. What are your thoughts on that?"

Their eyes met.

And in that moment, the caster read a single emotion from her seemingly expressionless face—something that could be summarized very simply, even shorter than words.

A question mark.

She was genuinely clueless about this.

The caster was more taken aback than she was.

After a brief pause, he spoke again.

"...Oh, you didn’t hear about this?"

"I was up until dawn last night preparing a new curriculum after my stream…."

Really, even her private life was extraordinary.

Yujin thought for a moment before responding.

"...I’ll consider it."

Well, the world does run on nonsense.

Even if that world is Icarus.

-[Notification: Operator Yujin has passed the qualifying rank.]

-[Notification: Proceeding to the next stage.]

-[Notification: Partial memory synchronization initiated.]

Shhh Emoticon is currently in progress.

I was going to use a tail, but it didn’t look right visually... Anyway, it’s turning out really cute and sexy.

See you all when it’s fully completed!