I Became an Illegal Cheat User

44 – Second Cheat (1)

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“??? Granted the ‘Grade A Talent Selection Voucher’ as a reward.”

“??? Granted the ‘Grade Up Voucher (Grade B and below)’ as a reward.”

“??? Granted the ‘One-time Use of Selective Cheat Voucher.'”

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“A Selective Cheat Voucher!”

Just as expected!

They’re giving a selection voucher as a reward!

And on top of that, a grade-up voucher!

“I should take this chance to get rid of the combat fatigue penalty.”

Thanks to the super accuracy, I don’t worry about accuracy rates, but during the recent battle with the fallen, I learned something.

That is, even with super accuracy, you can’t attack if you don’t see the enemy.

So, I plan to raise the grade of ‘Sharpshooter’s Eye of the Aging Marksman’ to eliminate combat fatigue.

That way, even if the enemy is not visible, I can still shoot my gun.

“Frankly, I didn’t find any inconvenience due to my acrophobia.”

The penalty triggered only when I held a firearm.

Instead, my acrophobia allowed me to gain a keen advantage in being unpredictable in where I’d aim, leaving my opponent unable to predict my moves.

Of course, that advantage was all there was.

I chuckled softly, moving on to the next main dish.

Confirmed the additional rewards.

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“Solely captured the stronghold of the Black Faction without any assistance.”

“An additional reward of ‘100,000 points’ will be granted.”

“Rescued 80% of survivors swept into the rift.”

“An additional reward of ‘2 random cheat usage permits’ will be granted.”

“Solely destroyed the main base of the Black Faction without any assistance.”

“An additional reward of ‘Choice of an A-grade talent and skill’ will be granted.”

“Individually defeated a high-level corrupt being (increased reward+).”

“An additional reward of ‘1 choice cheat usage permit, and 2 selections of A-grade items’ will be granted.”

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“Uh, uh…”

They say when people are too surprised, words fail them, right?

That was precisely me right now.

But that feeling lasted only a moment.

“…No, wait.”

Upon contemplation, doesn’t this reward seem fitting?

It should, considering the quest I’ve just cleared was nothing short of a ‘feat.’

What is a feat?

It’s a remarkable achievement.

And I achieved such a remarkable feat.

Moreover, I even ‘surpassed’ the goals set by this feat.

So, no matter how abundant the rewards are, they make sense.

The system must have evaluated it this way; these rewards are justified.

With that thought, I closed the reward details.

“Hoo.”

The thought of finally using the reward ignited a warmth in my chest.

The calmness I had gathered started to bubble up again.

Feeling that surge, I opened the points shop.

And once again, I checked how many points I had.

[170,000 Points]

I currently had a total of 170,000 points.

Considering that the talent and skill of Grade A were 150,000 points, I could purchase either a talent or a skill.

But this time, I planned to save points instead of using them.

Why save? Well, because I had received two choices of Grade A talents (+ skills) as a reward.

And also, the S-rank required ‘500,000’ points.

Of course, I didn’t know when a quest that awarded points would appear.

However, whether it was because I was a player or not, watching events unfold like this made me feel that another quest would emerge soon.

So, let’s pretend that there are no points until it reaches 500,000.

With the choices I obtained this time, I decided to purchase the talent I had been considering.

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“The Secret Technique of Devil Hunter (A)”

To a devil hunter, demons were nothing short of natural enemies.

However, to hunt demons, one must become a demon themselves.

– When in battle against ‘magic’ attribute enemies, stats receive a 100% additional adjustment.

– When in battle against ‘magic’ attribute enemies, activates the ‘demon hunting’ passive.

– Vision is not hindered in darkness.

– Immune to magical influences. (10% chance of applying ‘Frenzy (A-).’)

– Agility +10, Mental -2, Strength -2

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『Demon Hunting』

A passive skill derived from the talent ‘The Secret Technique of Devil Hunter (A).’

Automatically activates when in battle against ‘magic’ attribute enemies.

– Reduces the magical attribute ‘enemy’s’ stats by 20%.

– Applies ‘Dread of the Sanguinary’ to magical attribute ‘enemies.’

(However, fear effect decreases with higher enemy rank.)

[Demons must be torn apart and killed.]

[- A demon hunter -]

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The ‘Secrets of Demon Hunting’ as a means to confront the fallen.

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“Survival Horse’s Instinct (A)”

Anticipates where, how, and with what the enemy will attack.

That is the survival method of a survival horse.

– Detects vitality within a 1km radius.

– Identifies the actions of detected vitalized ‘enemies.’

– Agility +5, Spirit +5

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The ‘Survival Horse’s Instinct’ as a means to prevent enemy attacks.

After purchasing two talents with the choice of two cards, I immediately used the grade advancement ticket (B grade or lower) for ‘The Sharp Eyes of the Aged Marksman (B-).’

[Grade advancement ticket (B grade or lower) has been used.]

[The Sharp Eyes of the Aged Marksman (B-) evolves into The Skilled Marksman’s Sharp Eyes (A).]

However, the message did not end there.

[Survival Horse’s Instinct (A) and The Skilled Marksman’s Sharp Eyes (A) are compatible.]

[Would you like to combine these two talents? YES / NO]

“Why say it if you’re not going to combine them.”

Of course, they should be combined!

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Without hesitation, I pressed the YES button.

[Confirmation of talent combination accepted. The two talents will be combined.]

[With the combination of the two talents, you acquire the superior talent, ‘Sniper’s Razor-sharp Instinct (A+).’]

“…Oh.”

I wonder what effect this has.

I immediately checked the talent.

“The Sharp Sense of a Sniper (A+)”

A sniper must possess a keen sense at all times, wherever they may be. It’s the only way to kill the enemy and survive.

– Detect life force within a 3km radius.

– Real-time tracking and behavior detection of detected ‘enemies’ [ON / OFF].

– Visual comprehension of the direction from which the enemy will attack.

– Ability to expand field of vision when using firearms.

– Ability to use the ‘Live Focus’ skill when using firearms.

– Agility +15, Mental Strength +10.

“Live Focus”

A skill derived from the talent ‘The Sharp Sense of a Sniper (A+).’ Can only be activated with a firearm.

– Skill usable upon capturing an enemy.

– After using the skill, ‘Dead Shot’ can be activated if an enemy is captured for 10 seconds.

– ‘Dead Shot’ usage leads to skill deactivation.

– Cooldown time for reuse: 1 minute.

“They might die without even knowing.”

[- Which sniper captured the enemy -]

“Dead Shot”

A consecutive skill of ‘Live Focus.’

Applies ‘silence’ and ‘enhancement’ to the shot.

“…What is this, some sort of cheating skill?”

I blinked, incredulous, and double-checked the skill once more.

And after confirming, I could define this skill in one word.

“Radar?”

That’s right.

Detection radius of 3km.

Real-time tracking and action detection.

Visual identification of the enemy’s attack direction.

If this isn’t a radar, then what is it?

“Well…, even if I want to know the effect, I can’t find out right away.”

Both talents are related to ‘enemies,’ so I can’t just use them casually.

“Anyway, since I have a sparring appointment with Lee Seoyeon tomorrow, I’ll check it then.”

Planning ahead, I continued to use the rewards I gained.

[Would you like to use the A-grade item selection ticket? YES / NO]

Like the talent selection ticket, I had items in mind that I had thought of in advance, so I immediately used the selection ticket.

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【Ogre Power Gloves (A)】

Gloves imbued with the strength of an ogre, capable of pulling trees and smashing rocks.

Wearing these gloves grants formidable strength.

– When wearing the gloves, ‘Strength (B)’ is applied.

– Strength +20, Stamina +15

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「Strength (B)」

Effect adjustment when lifting heavy objects.

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An item with a very simple effect.

But Ogre Power Gloves, also known as OPG (Ogre Power Gloves), are currently the most essential equipment for me.

Considering my current strength and stamina are at their lowest, wearing OPG should cover some of the deficiencies in strength and stamina.

Furthermore, with the engraved effect of ‘Strength (B)’ on the equipment, I should be able to use heavy weapons more easily. Even with just one stat and effect attached to the equipment, I believe it’s worth the value of the selection ticket.

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【Thunderbolt (A)】[0/100]

The thunder-infused pistol.

With each shot, the sound of lightning echoes.

– When firing, apply ‘Thunder (B).’

– When firing, apply ‘Palma (B).’

– Upon meeting certain conditions, ‘Thunder Explosion’ can be used.

– Agility +8, Magic Power +8

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“Thunder (B)”

Bestows brain-element to bullets.

Deals additional damage to ‘enemies’ with magic properties.

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“Palma (B)”

Bestows palma (wave-magic) element to bullets.

Does not penetrate abilities (abilities of grade B or higher are impenetrable).

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“Thunder Explosion”

Derived effect from Thunderbolt (A).

– Lightning energy charges by 1 with each shot.

– Upon reaching 100 energy, unleashes a powerful lightning blast.

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Though there were many other firearms, I chose the pistol for a reason.

Not just because Thunderbolt (A) had excellent effects.

But also because I aimed to use the ‘Sacred Blessing-imbued bullets (A)’ carefully nestled in my inventory.

As the crafting instructor mentioned, to use sacred rounds, an A-grade item is essential.

Above all, the sacred rounds are in 9x19mm caliber. They can only be used with a pistol.

For this reason, among pistols, I opted for ‘Thunderbolt,’ capable of dealing the greatest damage to the fallen.

Of course, even for those not corrupted, it holds great value due to its ability to penetrate ‘abilities.’

Penetrating abilities.

Literally, it means the ability to cut off skills or eliminate magic.

Just with that, those possessing skills and magic of Grade B or lower are rendered powerless against me.

Anyway, with the selection of talents and weapons done.

Now, what remains is… the right to use the selection cheat.

Now that three usage permits have gathered, the time has come to obtain it.

‘Infinite Items.’

A cheat that will give wings to me, who uses firearms.

“Hoo….”

My breath trembles.

Thump, thump!

My heart pounds.

When a person obtains something they desperately desired, they experience extreme excitement.

Due to that excitement, my hand, which had been holding the cheat tool open since just now, was trembling.

Click.

[Activate infinite energy? YES / NO]

“Ugh, damn it!”

As soon as I saw the displayed message, curses escaped my lips unintentionally.

Fortunately, thanks to the option to confirm usage, even though I accidentally pressed the wrong thing, it didn’t activate.

“Ah, phew….”

I let out a relieved sigh and pressed the NO button.

And this time, I properly pressed ‘Infinite Items.’

[Activate infinite items? YES / NO]

A properly displayed message.

As soon as I saw that message, I repeatedly pressed the YES button.

[Three selection cheat permits have been used.]

[‘Infinite Items’ has been activated.]

“Yes!”

Finally!

I immediately switched on the “Infinite Items” mode.

And when I opened my inventory to check the items.

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[Inventory List] [41/100]

[1] [Adhesive Tape] [9999+]

[2] [Loud Mushroom] [9999+]

[3] [Leather Pouch] [9999+]

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[24] [Tactical Vest] [9999+]

[25] [Supply Box] [9999+]

[26] [Grenade (Non-lethal) Box] [9999+]

[27] [Mine (Non-lethal) Box] [9999+]

[26] [Explosive Box] [9999+]

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[41] [Holy Blessed Bullet (A)] [9999+]

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The inventory had changed.

Once again, it seemed that the system had updated in real-time due to the cheat being applied.

But whether it was an update or whatever.

I immediately took out the holy bullet in slot [41] to examine it.

There were roughly 100 of them.

Shwooosh!

The bullets piled up on the bed.

After seeing that, I checked my inventory again.

And upon checking the quantity.

[41] [Holy Blessed Bullet (A)] [9999+]

The quantity remained unchanged.

“Yeah, this is the cheat! This is the infinite item!”

I shouted, thinking.

Ah, I don’t need to go to the Alchemy Workshop.