Is this really a Game?!

Chapter 811 The Enigmatic Enclave

The two enemies, previously concealed and now caught off guard, were faced with the combined attacks of over 10 Tier V combatants. The momentary shock registered on their faces as they struggled to evade the coordinated assault from the group.

Wolf, Tank, and the others lunged forward with unparalleled swiftness and precision, their abilities synchronized to confront the lurking threats. The attackers showed remarkable coordination as if they were trained for this precise moment.

Tank roared as he unleashed a powerful ray of energy from his axe that left a deep crevice in the ground.

Laura, with agility and grace, darted forward, wielding her demonic energy to send a barrage of attacks at the enemy before taking out the tome and quickly casting a spell.

Greenie used his hammer to send shockwaves toward the enemy as each strike of his broke the trees in front and caused immense damage while Mia used her frost to try and capture the enemy near her.

M'azgara's monsters surged forward their mana intertwining as they concentrated their combined strength on the enemies who were caught off guard. Beast on the other hand launched his arrows as he summoned Blackie to help them.

The fight was intense and fast-paced. The forest echoed with the clash of abilities, the visuals of magic intertwining with the natural elements. Spells, energy beams, and martial strikes filled the air in a whirlwind of force and action.

Despite the enemies' attempts to cloak their presence, they were unprepared for the strategic coordination and power of Mia's group. They struggled to counter the combined forces that rained upon them.

The enemies fought back, skillfully evading some of the attacks, but the collective onslaught they faced was overwhelming. However, these adversaries were not just ordinary foes. They countered with their own Tier V abilities, showing resilience in the face of the unexpected attack.

The battle continued with both groups trading strikes and maneuvering through the forest. The clash of powers, the visual spectacle of energy and abilities, and the sheer intensity of the battle were unparalleled.

The enemies maneuvered swiftly, leaping between trees and casting spells in an attempt to disorient their assailants. Meanwhile, the coordinated team of Wolf and Mia was relentless in their attack, constantly closing in on the enemies' position.

Only about 6 seconds had passed and a large area of the forest was already destroyed, showing the immense power Tier V combatants possessed. The two enemies they were facing had not attacked even once during those 6 seconds, each move, spell, and skill they used was for defense, which was the reason why they had been able to last this long at all.

Even if they were powerful, when facing numbers that were over 5 times larger than their own, each enemy as powerful as they were, it was impossible to defend against it, even surviving and fleeing was incredibly difficult.

"Damn it, we can't hold on, use 'that', use it now!" One of the men shouted before he jumped back and suddenly took out a scroll.

He unfurled the scroll in an instant, and suddenly, his entire body was covered by the scroll before disappearing from the forest. The other man did the same, and in a mere instant, both men disappeared from the spot, causing Wolf and the others to quickly search around in case they were simply hiding somewhere.

Unfortunately, that was not the case. Beast used his senses and found no traces of the two, it was like they vanished from the face of the Earth.

"Those scrolls had a spell in them, it seems they teleported them somewhere," Laura said as she crouched and inspected the scrolls before shaking her head.

"We can't do anything about it, let's return and wait for Reign and Shadow, we'll discuss what happened with them later." 

Meanwhile, back at the enclave where Reign and Shadow were in:

The two men had kept a low profile and continued sneaking around, taking in the sights and analyzing the entire place.

There were plenty of players inside of the enclave, and it was obvious that it was a territory of sorts as Reign and Shadow had sensed their powers slightly diminish upon entering.

It was the same effect that a player who doesn't belong to Doncaster would sense when entering Doncaster or Wilkashere.

Suddenly, they both felt the effects become more powerful, diminishing their strength even further.

"Something happened, we're now considered enemies, Wolf and the others must have come across more of them." Reign said calmly as Shadow nodded before looking forward.

Reign and Shadow remained concealed in the shadows, their senses alert. The sudden drop in their powers signaled a shift in their status from neutral observers to potential threats within the enclave.

They continued observing the settlement from their concealed vantage point. While it was evident that the situation had taken a turn, Reign and Shadow decided to stay hidden and gather as much information as possible about this enigmatic enclave.

The players within the enclave seemed organized and efficient, actively engaged in various activities. It became clear that this was not just a temporary camp but a well-established community. They moved with a sense of purpose, working together with an air of camaraderie.

Reign and Shadow couldn't help but notice the uniqueness of this place. The buildings were constructed from a combination of materials that were unusual for the world. Structures were fortified, and guards patrolled with vigilance. Their attire and weapons bore the marks of a disciplined faction.

"Who are these people, and what exactly is this place?" Shadow whispered to Reign, maintaining their silence and concealment.

Reign furrowed his brow, his thoughts racing. "The entire territory is weird, very different from other territories we have found before, it could be similar to the underground city we only lived in, or more similar to the base that I now possess and was once used by those guys."

The two men witnessed forging and construction activities within the enclave, indicating that the community was self-sufficient. Players seemed to have settled there for an extended period, likely under the impression that they were safe within the jungle's concealment.

The situation was becoming more complex by the minute. The enigmatic enclave held secrets, but those secrets remained elusive to Reign and Shadow.

As they continued to observe, they noticed that some tunnels led away from the main area, suggesting that this settlement had connections to other parts of the game world. The presence of these tunnels raised questions about the extent of this enclave's reach and their knowledge of the game's mechanics.

It was clear that the people they were observing were no ordinary players. Their cohesion, their knowledge of the game world, and their advanced technology indicated a level of mastery beyond that of regular players, above most territories that Reign had previously seen.

After some time, Reign detected subtle shifts in the settlement's mana. Players began moving in an organized manner, signaling an upcoming event. The two enemies Reign and Shadow had been following earlier seemed to play a significant role in the settlement's activities.

"This is our chance to gather more information," Reign whispered. "We should follow them and find out what they're up to. They might lead us to the heart of their secrets."

Shadow nodded in agreement. "But we must remain cautious. If they detect us, our presence here could become a problem."

Reign and Shadow made a strategic decision to trail the two enemies as they embarked on whatever mission had brought them to the settlement. The pair kept their distance, using their unique powers of darkness manipulation to remain hidden in plain sight.

The enemies led them deeper into the enclave. As they moved, Reign and Shadow observed various locations within the settlement. There were libraries containing ancient-looking tomes, workshops with magic machinery, and a central plaza where the community seemed to gather.

It became evident that the enclave's members possessed knowledge beyond that of typical players. Their objectives remained a mystery, but everything present in the territory, and the well-coordinated actions piqued Reign and Shadow's curiosity.

Finally, the two enemies entered a massive building that stood at the heart of the enclave. Its grandeur and significance were unmistakable. This structure held the answers they sought.

Reign and Shadow decided to get closer to this building, their unique abilities aiding their stealth. They arrived just in time to witness a meeting of sorts.

Within the building's walls, a council of players had gathered. They sat around a large, ornate table, adorned with ancient symbols and artifacts. Their conversation was intense, and the mood was solemn.

"So you two failed, that is … surprising." One man said to two other men who were sitting at the table.

"We were noticed, the enemy was powerful, every single one of them was a Tier V combatant, and we still didn't manage to find out where two of them went, we believe they were the ones that noticed us and notified the rest." One man said with a serious expression.

"We used the transport scrolls to come back, it's a heavy price to pay, but it had to be done."

"I also suspect that the two men that have disappeared from that group were lying in wait for us, ready to attack and kill us, which is why we decided to immediately use the scrolls to come back."