While they were only level 100~150, it would be possible to do something with those numbers. Furthermore, if the users died then Ark wouldn’t receive any damage. He could use risky strategies without any burden.
However, the users would be too scared from the ‘Crime File’ to be hired as mercenaries anymore. Then Ark’s eyes caught sight of the business card with the name of the journalist from the game exclusive news on it. In fact after the ‘Netherworld exploration of a Wicked Wolf’ video, Ark had been contacted many times by the game scoop reporter. The viewers were really interested in the identity of the black wolf so the reporter wanted him to appear on the broadcast. However Ark had refused the offer. While he would receive a performance fee for going on the broadcast, he wasn’t an entertainer so the fee would be small. The amount wasn’t large enough to tempt him. Ark knew that having his face on the broadcast might have even bigger disadvantages. No, he wasn’t going to show his face for that amount of money.
‘But it won’t be a problem if it is a video of the game. And if it is broadcasted on the TV…….?’
Ark’s thoughts rolled around wildly and he quickly called the broadcasting station.
“Dark Wolf-nim, you’re accepting the offer to appear on the broadcast?”
“No. I have a different request today.”
Ark explained what he wanted to the reporter.
“Do you know the Crime File which circulated a while ago? That bandit group will be raiding Lancel village tomorrow. I was wandering if you wanted to broadcast the battle?”
“The battle of Lancel village? Tell me more.”
Although the Crime File had circulated on the internet, it had also attracted close attention from the game exclusive news. Because users giving an advance notice before they attacked an NPC village was unusual. Naturally, the plan was for the game exclusive news to dispatch a reporter in New World to the site.
“Could it be that Dark Wolf-nim is also participating in the village?”
“It’s not just me. From the Evil Silrion, Blue Sword also known as Shambala and Bristania’s strongest pair Bread and Redian will also appear in the battle to defend Lancel.”
“Is that true?”
The reporter from the game exclusive news was excited by Ark’s proposal. Since the game exclusive news was based on information about New World, naturally he knew the names Bread and Redian. Not only Dark Wolf, but the Crime File video was also an incredible topic. Blue Sword, Bread and Redian were also going to be there! It was to the extent that everybody in New World would be interested in the video! If they broadcasted it then the audience ratings would be secured.
“Team Leader-nim, it is a huge event!”
“What? Dark Wolf, Shambala, Bread and Redian are all going to appear in Lancel village? There’s no need to think about it. Organize the airtime immediately! Schedule an opening in the hot issues section which will be followed by the video of the battle!”
It was given the green light.
“Are there any reporters close to Lancel village?”
“There is. We have some reporters in Giran ready to film the scene of Lancel being attacked by the thieves.”
“That’s great. Then tell them to quickly make contact with Dark Wolf!”
“By the way, Dark Wolf says he will edit it directly from that site ad send in the video.”
“What? Why?”
“I think he wants to ensure that the scene comes out wonderfully.”
The reporter scratched his head and muttered. But it was in fact the opposite. No, the reason Ark wanted to be the director of the camera was to ‘hide that thing.’ In this battle, it was inevitable that he would sacrifice the users’ lives to protect the NPCs and the village. Of course he would have to give some unreasonable commands. Then wouldn’t it be broadcasted to the entire country? However, the Team Leader didn’t know Ark’s intentions and nodded without thinking.
“Anyway, the viewers will show a huge amount of interest since Dark Wolf is entering the war. The appearance of Dark Wolf isn’t bad. Tell the reporters who will make contact with Dark Wolf to do whatever he says. This fight that will be televised live will be a hot issue!”
And approximately 10 hours ago, a reporter from the game exclusive news arrived in Lancel. He established a simple base station at Lancel village to film the battle. Then 15 cameras and equipment to connect it to the broadcasting station was installed. And the person who was controlling the images was Ark! The antennae on top of his head was to relay the information from the 15 cameras to the base station.
‘Huhuhu, it really is a brilliant idea!’
Ark looked at the hundreds of users who appeared on the screen and smirked. There was a reason Ark dragged the broadcasting station into this. Ark implemented his plan shortly after the reporter arrived in Lancel village. Ark transformed into Dark Wolf and called the users to the square along with the reporter.
“Everyone please pay attention!”
“What? We’re busy…. Eh? That person?”
“Dark Wolf! Dark Wolf who caused Seutandal to rise!”
The users who were busy trying to escape after seeing the Crime File stopped and started paying attention. Most users in New World had seen the video, so there was nobody who didn’t know about Dark Wolf. After their attention focused on him, Ark quickly started talking.
“Everybody already knows this but the bandit group which appeared in the Crime File is planning to attack Lancel tomorrow. There is no time to receive help from other villages in this area. If this is left alone then Lancel will be plundered like they planned.”
Ark said as he looked at the users.
“Are you really going to just sit back and watch? Even though it is an NPC village, this is a place of shelter within the Argus Mountains. Yet they want to trample this place! Are you going to ignore the users who intend to destroy this shelter?”
“That is true however……”
“We still haven’t completed all the quests in this village…….”
“But…..those fellows will attack NPCs as well as loot the village. There is no reason for us to intrude in vain……”
The users whispered among each other. In fact, the users didn’t want Lancel village to be threatened. Lancel village was the only resting place for users hunting in the Argus Mountains. It was also unnecessary to say that users received quests from Lancel village. But the burden was too big for them to participate in the battle.
“I will not tolerate the atrocities of those fellows. No matter what, I will oppose them and protect Lancel. And just now, the game exclusive news has decided to live broadcast the battle of Lancel during the ‘hot issues’ section.”
“What? The game exclusive news?”
“That’s correct. This person right here is a reporter from the gam exclusive news.”
Ark pointed towards the reporter. Then the users started buzzing around with astonished voices.
“That’s right, I’ve seen that reporter before on the game exclusive news.”
“Then the battle for Lancel village will really be broadcasted on the TV?”
“If we fight in the battle then we’ll appear on TV?”
The users gradually began to understand the situation. There was a serious chance that their characters in New World could be broadcasted! Ark then drove another wedge in the shaken users.
“Everybody knows that Lancel village will be attacked by those in the Crime File tomorrow. We have to stop it. And if we win the battle then you’ll be a hero. Naturally users who show more achievements will receive more attention. Those users might be given a chance for an interview. Isn’t that right?”
“Ah yes, that is……”
The reporter nodded his head. Lights appeared in the users’ eyes at that reply. A TV which a common house appliance which was spread out all over the world. But now they had a chance to appear on it. Plus, if they did something notable then there was a chance for an interview. Anybody would be happy about a chance to appear on TV! The players were buzzing for a while before one user stood up and shouted.
“That’s right, we can’t just rest while the village is attacked by thieves!”
“Besides, the hero of Seutandal Dark Wolf is also here!”
“Let’s all fight together!”
The attitude of the users changed 180 degrees once they heard the word ‘TV.’ While a video might die down quickly, appearing on TV was no comparison. Thanks to that, the users now swarmed and frantically tried to apply to participate.
“Oh, a celebrity!”
“If my character appears on TV then I can boast to my girlfriend!”
“Eh, what? It’s true. The Lancel battle will be broadcasted live on the game exclusive news. Huh? Of course. Where? Don’t make me laugh and just return soon! This is the opportunity to be a celebrity! Don’t worry about your equipment being taken away!”
Some users even whispered to their friends who had already run away.
‘Huhuhu, this stupid crowd!’
Ark inwardly smiled with satisfaction as he looked at the user. Yes, this was the reason why Ark dragged in reporter from the game exclusive news. An appearance on TV. This also had another effect aside from gathering users. With the images being streamed on the television, it was impossible for them to cowardly run away or disobey orders if the situation became difficult. If they had to die while on TV then they would rather die with honour.
‘You’re already my puppets. Now I can control you as I wish!’
Thus Ark was able to get his hands on 400 people free of charge. Despite their levels, these puppets were those who didn’t fear death and would submit to his orders.
‘Also Jewel’s group has been perfectly branded as a villain!’
Ark looked a Jewel with a stupid smile. Ark was managing all the images shown in the live broadcast. And the picture he sent to the broadcasting station was that of Jewel’s face! The close up shot of the villain attacking Lancel village was displayed for the whole country to see. Of course the TV