The Black Anvil Guild.
The Black Anvil is truly the best blacksmith guild on the Korean server.
It has the most blacksmiths and records the highest sales.
Number one in the Korean blacksmith subscriber rankings.
The number of subscribers is significantly higher than that of the second place guild.
The master of the Black Anvil Guild, Rowen, stopped forging in the smithy.
‘I can’t create a legend like this.’
He threw his hammer down in frustration.
Ranked second among blacksmiths.
Even he, who owns the strongest blacksmith guild known as Black Anvil, has been fraught with worries lately.
He sat down in a chair, pressing his throbbing temples.
A few days ago, he left a group chat comprising blacksmiths ranked 2nd to 10th.
The reason stemmed from the blacksmithing community.
Rowen decided when the blacksmith Hyun introduced the world to its second legend.
‘Let’s maintain a friendly relationship with Hyun.’
Indeed, Rowen politely told Hyun,
‘If there comes a day when Hyun’s forge surpasses Black Anvil, please absorb us.’
The problem started from there.
Rowen is not someone who maintains friendly relations just in words.
From 3rd to 10th place in the group chat.
Numerous other ranked blacksmiths argued that they must check Hyun.
They wanted Rowen to lead the way.
However, Rowen firmly refused.
Even without the secret whispers between Hyun and Rowen spreading, the blacksmiths sensed something amiss.
And a small public opinion of criticism formed.
The countless blacksmiths who chose to check Hyun.
They are in the midst of numerous checks.
And they pressure him, as if they cannot understand Rowen’s choice.
Black Anvil stood at the very top.
Dozens of forges are connected, playing roles in supply and demand.
Either the supply of some material is cut off or such stories are heard from person to person.
‘Guild master, I’ve heard that other blacksmiths can’t understand you.’
‘They are offering unfavorable contract terms.’
Of course, Black Anvil is not small enough to be shaken by that degree, but it does take a hit.
In such a pressure, Rowen left the group chat on his own.
There was also a reason why he still does not bend his will amidst much criticism and condemnation.
‘I want to create a legend.’
Rowen’s reached limit.
He is ‘closest to a legend’ but that’s it.
His forge is the largest in the country not because of his great business skills, not craftsmanship.
‘Hyun might be able to teach me that.’
Although it was a game, Rowen wanted to approach the legend someday.
‘Already three of them.’
Rowen had heard.
Hyun created Barad’s sword, Dragonlight Sword, and Death Sword.
Of course, the authenticity of the Death Sword has not been verified.
Rowen knew.
-He only reaches the legend artifacts with swords.
Where this rapidly spreading rumor started.
The person who posted on the blacksmith community was a member of the same group chat.
They create rumors in many ways and package them to look real.
‘Disgusting.’
And then they somewhat promote it.
Because that’s how people believe it more genuinely.
But Rowen also doubts.
‘There is the Thousand-Pound Bow, though…’
It is the closest to a legend.
But it does not compare to the three legendary swords.
‘Is he really only the best at making swords?’
At that moment, his secretary and user, who handles his various tasks, entered.
He spoke politely,
“Guild master, how about saying you will keep Hyun in check, even if it’s just words? The guild members are anxious, and many do not understand.”
Of course, it’s incomprehensible.
“Why would our country’s best blacksmith do that?”
Rowen smirked bitterly.
“You’ll find out eventually.”
Even as he said this, a seed of doubt sprouted in Rowen.
What if he was wrong?
What if he cannot show him how to create a legend?
His plan looks years ahead.
That small doubt could grow larger…
“…!”
At that moment, Rowen and his secretary both looked surprised.
[A world message is heard.]
World message.
A privilege of those who have accomplished marvelous feats, as judged by Blue Inc.
An alert that had not sounded many times even within the country.
Rowen thought,
‘Did someone hunt something uncatchable?’
Or else,
‘Did they reach a new realm?’
It was neither.
[He has crafted another legend atop a legend.]
“…!?”
Rowen’s eyes widened.
‘A legend atop a legend?’
Even if they are called legends, they cannot be considered the same.
Furthermore, the one who caused the world message to sound can choose.
Anonymous or a desired nickname.
[The name is blacksmith Hyun(現).]
The alert made Rowen’s fist tighten.
The alert that echoed throughout the world proved,
‘That I was never wrong…!’
And the anticipation harbored by Rowen.
The possibility that Hyun could enable him to craft a legend.
Rowen did not know.
That his choice would lead him to grow much more than he thought.
***
What are the conditions for a ‘Masterpiece’?
NPCs and users do not know, but it is determined by accumulated data.
The supercomputer Ares records all data from billions of users.
A masterpiece is determined based on such data, so a certain level and creations must be accumulated.
After such data has accumulated, it is born.
How much did he demonstrate his understanding of artifacts that day?
Showed his skills?
And depending on what materials were used, it can be born.
And just because a masterpiece has been born once, it doesn’t mean it won’t appear again.
If data accumulates and accumulates, and it is deemed to surpass the previous masterpiece, a new one can appear at any time.
And Hyun-soo, unaware of this, was surprised.
[A Masterpiece (力作) is written.]
‘A Masterpiece…?’
Hyun-soo had closely witnessed the masterpieces of two people before.
One was Lenn in the beginner’s zone, and the other was Fer.
They have something in common.
The most incredible creation they couldn’t make until now has been born.
[The system deems the legendary rank insufficient.]
The alert was perplexing.
Insufficient? And then, Hyun-soo realized something.
‘Could it be that there is no higher rank than this in Ares yet?’
As if to prove him right, it was announced.
[It is the most outstanding legendary artifact among the existing legends.]
[It is a legend above legends.]
[Congratulations.]
[You are the first user to reach the pinnacle of the previously most outstanding legendary artifacts.]
[World Message.]
[Your achievement will be announced to users worldwide.]
[You may choose to remain anonymous or use your desired name or character name.]
Hyun-soo was thrilled.
The statement that among all existing legends, this bow is the most outstanding.
Yet, he became calm amidst it.
Is it okay to make Hyun known to the world?
Is he ready for it?
‘I am ready.’
[The name of blacksmith Hyun will be known worldwide.]
[You gain 300 fame.]
[You gain 50 charisma.]
The rewards were tremendous.
But there was one disappointing point.
‘The effect of the title God Blacksmith is activated once a week.’
Hyun-soo had already received that privilege after crafting Ben’s Spear.
Then.
[It is a legend above legends.]
[All stats increase by 8.]
[You gain 500 fame.]
[You gain 100 charisma.]
However, it was a concern.
Even without the title God of Blacksmithing, this was an achievement worthy of rewards.
Hyun-soo wiped his face with one hand.
‘So, what kind of power does this bow possess?’
Hyun-soo checked the bow with a trembling expression and then burst into laughter.
(Hyun’s fourteenth custom-made bow)
Rank: A Legend Above Legends
Durability: Infinite
Attack Power: 619
Requirements: Level 350~450, Master level of longbow mastery or higher
Special Abilities:
· Increase health by 2.5%, agility by 3%.
· Increase accuracy by 81%.
· Increase range by 90%.
· Ignites flames upon a direct hit.
· Passive skill: Marksman
· Passive skill: Descendant of Jumong.
· Active skill: In front of the Greatest Bow.
· Active skill: Flame Guided Shot
· An effect that announces the arrival of the Greatest Bow.
Description: A Masterpiece (力作) defined as a legend above legends.
It seemed clear why it was considered a legend above legends.
Legendary rank bows existed on other national servers.
The attack power of those bows was around 530.
But this bow was much higher.
Hyun-soo could be sure of one thing.
‘Worth more than 2 billion won…’
An unknown excitement adorned him.
Then.
[Nel: It was an excellent choice. We must be ready now, right?]
Ready? What does it mean?
Hyun-soo decided he was somewhat prepared and caused the world message to sound.
[Nel: Ready to become the best forge in our country.]
Nel is a conservative person.
He was curious why she would say something so confident.
[Nel: You haven’t checked the outside reaction yet, right? Of course, you must have turned off the subscriber notification alert.]
Hyun-soo usually turns off subscriber notifications to focus on other tasks.
[Nel: You’ll be very surprised, haha.]
The Nel Hyun-soo knew didn’t speak without certainty.
Additionally, the auction house ranking is important for both Guild Bright Future and Hyun-soo.
The auction house ranking was a measure of the blacksmith guild’s standing.
[You have logged out.]
As he emerged from the capsule, the TV was on, and the news was playing.
[Just now, a world message rang out on the Korean server, announcing the creation of a legend above legends. The creator of this unprecedented feat is known to be one of our country’s blacksmiths, blacksmith Hyun…]
Hyun-soo couldn’t believe it.
The breaking news flowing from the TV.
Though it was all about the game channels, considering Ares is a game enjoyed by 2.5 billion people worldwide, the attention was immense.
Sitting in front of his computer, Hyun-soo exclaimed in astonishment.
As usual, after clicking into Internet Explosion, Hyun-soo was met with a surprising sight.
Ranked number one on Naver’s real-time search keywords.
[Blacksmith Hyun.]
And at number two.
[A Legend Above Legends.]
Then Hyun-soo entered the Ares community.
[Where are those know-it-alls who said individual forges can’t beat corporate forges LOL.]
[Wow, Hyun, that’s crazy.]
[Praise be to God Hyun.]
[This is the craftsmanship of Korea, people of the world!]
The Ares community was abuzz with talk about Hyun.
And it wasn’t just there.
Internet articles.
[Blacksmith Hyun. The center of global attention.]
[The first creator of a legend above legends among 2.5 billion users, who is Hyun?]
Stunned by these stories, Hyun-soo attempted to log in to the auction house.
But something odd happened.
He couldn’t get past the blank white loading screen.
Then, a notification popped up.
[Due to a significant increase in subscribers, a temporary error has occurred.]
[Please try again later.]
‘This much…?’
Hyun-soo could hardly contain his excitement.
How far will it go?
This will decide the future.
‘A masterpiece might come again, but it will take a long time.’
Therefore, this number of subscribers was crucial. Hyun-soo closed his eyes, trying to calm down.
Then, without realizing it, Hyun-soo fell asleep.
After all, he hadn’t rested since he was working on the bow.
When he woke up, 7 hours had passed.
Hyun-soo tried logging in again.
The server seemed much more stable than before, and he logged in effortlessly.
Hyun-soo slowly clicked ‘Go to My Auction House.’
‘My previous subscriber count…’
After the Dragonlight Sword unboxing, the subscribers and ranking of Hyun’s forge had been in decline.
It was natural.
With no supply, the decline was inevitable. Thus, the subscribers had dropped to 680,000, pushing the rank down to 23rd.
Upon seeing the updated subscriber count, Hyun-soo stood up abruptly in shock.
“Crazy…!”
He couldn’t believe it and had to check again.
[Subscribers of Hyun’s Forge: 1,130,013.]
[Currently ranked 9th among Korean forges.]
It was the moment Hyun’s forge secured a spot within the top 10.
At that time, in a VVIP hospital room where Kang Hyun-tae was.
A nurse had turned on the news.
[…The blacksmith becoming the talk of the town is known to be the owner of Hyun’s Forge…]
[People worldwide are keen to know how he crafted it.]
After wringing out a washcloth, the nurse looked puzzled.
‘Was that a smile just now? Am I seeing things?’
Looking at him again, his expression was as it always was.
The nurse left the room, closing the door behind her.
A short while later.
A slight movement occurred and then subsided.
Cliche Novel 
Damn thats nice
hearing his son name and achivement from the tv makes him move
Kinda cliche but nice
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