Hacking the Game Didn't Go as Intended [Part Two]

CHAPTER 215: Hocus-pocus & the Subterranean Fiend

Daisuke stopped breathing, and his pulse thundered in his ears. "Tiphanna." His voice came out hoarse, his expression twisting in dread. "Don't tell me..."

No. He refused to accept it. Shoving the thought aside, he snatched up the nail and hammer before diving headfirst into the freezing water.

DING!

[You have been exposed to harsh temperatures. Hypothermia will set in within minutes, reducing mobility and health. Seek warmth immediately.]

DING!

[The skill «Thermal Equilibrium» activates, counteracting the freezing cold. Your body temperature stabilizes, preventing the effects of frostbite and hypothermia.]

[Thermal Equilibrium]

[Rank: Rare

Classification: Passive Skill

This skill enables the user to maintain a stable body temperature in any environment, whether sweltering heat or freezing cold. The body automatically adjusts its internal temperature, ensuring peak performance without the risk of overheating or hypothermia.

Skill Effect:

▪︎ Automatically regulates body temperature in extreme environments. Does not apply to debuffs inflicted by skills.]

[Frost Drake's Leather Breastplate]

[Rank: Unique (Set)

Type: Breastplate | Light Armor

Durability: 65/68 | Physical Defense: 38 | Magical Defense: 59.7

Forged from the unyielding scales and fierce essence of the mighty Frost Drake, this armor provides exceptional defense against physical and ice-based attacks. It grants unparalleled resilience in frozen terrains, ensuring the wearer thrives in even the harshest cold. At the wearer's command, the armor radiates a chilling aura, freezing the air around it and sapping the heat from nearby foes.

Set Bonus (2/6): Ice-type Attack Damage +45

Set Bonus (4/6): Ice Resistance +75%

Set Bonus (6/6): Unlocks the «Glacial Dominion» skill.

▪︎ HP +1200

▪︎ MP +200

▪︎ Stamina +10

▪︎ Reduces stamina consumption in cold environments +12%

Conditions of Use: Lvl 43+ | Male | Strength 108+ | Stamina 86+]

Daisuke didn't need the Eye of Verity to navigate. The moment he plunged into the pond's frigid depths, he spotted the entrance to an underwater cave—its gaping maw glowing faintly against the abyss.

His body screamed in protest, muscles still torn and aching from his battle with the Colossal Frost Treant, but he had no time for pain. He kicked hard, slicing through the dark water, adrenaline numbing the exhaustion weighing him down.

The cave loomed ahead, a jagged, yawning chasm that swallowed all light. He surged forward, slipping through the entrance into an ominous corridor of stone.

The pressure of the water pressed in on him, a suffocating force, but he kept going, his lungs burning as he fought against the instinct to surface. The passage was narrow, winding, and utterly silent—until he spotted a break in the darkness.