A week later, the wave would begin. The faces of the people hardened as they started preparing for it, looking tense and serious.

The first step in their preparation was to establish connections with other groups.

In the case of India, since they hadn’t properly communicated with them, it was essential to first talk to the groups from North Asia. Fortunately, unlike India, they readily accepted the proposal.

A few hard mode players, including Kim Hwi-yeon, met with Kang Taesan and several players from North Asia.

“I am the leader of this group and an Erelon mode player from Russia. …