I Became a Flashing Genius at the Magic Academy [158-362][English Translation]

Episode 290 Chapter 54: League of Spirits (4)

League Of Spirits (4)

It was the first time Flame and Hae Wonryang had joined Ma Yuseong, Eisel, and Baek Yuseul, who were the original members of the gourmet club, for a meal at the same table.

"Is this your first time eating a pork cutlet?"

"It's not steak, but it's a bit odd to cut fried food with a knife."

"How does it feel to cut fried food instead of steak?"

"It's bearable."

Flame felt a strange sensation as the five of them, an unlikely combination, gathered together.

It felt very unfamiliar yet joyous that the characters she loved most from the original novel were now her closest companions.

"Sigh. I can't believe we stopped practicing after just one game."

Regardless, Flame, who was not particularly happy about the situation, sighed deeply while stirring her bibim naengmyeon.

"Well, maybe it's for the best. At least from the first match, we got a rough idea of how the game flows."

There are limits to endlessly playing practice matches. In Rios matches, there were things called 'builds,' followed by 'established patterns.'

Established patterns refer to very basic strategies that don't change with time.

For example, an invade strategy where you sneak into the opponent's path to steal alley monsters or a gank where you roam the alleyways and assist allies at the right moment.

Hiding in a certain spot to easily ambush an enemy, predicting the opponent's actions in certain situations, and figuring out the most efficient movements.

These are strategies that must be learned directly through experience, solidified over the history of Rios.

Next comes the build.

This is another term for strategy and also the weak point of Flame's team.

"What do you think of our team?"

When asked, Baek Yuseul slurped his naengmyeon and said, "Honestly, it's hopeless."

"The key to Rios is strategy and cooperation, and we don't have either. But we do have one perfect thing."

"What is it?"

"Individual skill."

"Hmm, isn't that important too?"

"It's important, but... the individual skill I'm talking about refers to the ability to perform in one-on-one combat."

Eisel, who rarely speaks while chewing or holding utensils, put down her fork as if she finally understood.

"So, you're saying we lack in 5v5 situations but excel in 1v1 scenarios?"

"Yeah, that's right."

Eisel's expression hardened slightly.

"Individual skill is certainly an important factor, but in a cooperative game, it can actually be a detriment."

"Exactly. Because each person acts independently due to their exceptional skill."

Flame spoke clearly.

"So, let's go with that."

"What?"

"Do minimal practice to avoid interfering with each other's attacks, and go around solo, taking down the enemy team one by one. In your own style."

"So... can we win?"