"Sunset bro, that's obviously a Cryo-type weapon.Why would you, a Pyro user, want it?"
A player who also wanted the weapon couldn't resist asking.
"The equip requirement doesn't say 'Cryo Elementalist Only' or anything.It's just a weapon that deals Cryo damage.A Pyro-enchanted warrior like me can use it just fine."
[SunsetWarGod] rubbed his chin, already planning:
"I've already figured out how to play this thing.First, I freeze the enemy with the Ice Blaster—slow them down and apply Cryo.
Then I switch to my Pyro-enchanted greatswordand smack them with a Melt reaction!Instant double damage!"
"Oh? He already figured out elemental reactions exist here?"
Liang Chuan looked at SunsetWarGod with genuine appreciation.
Reactions like Vaporize and Melt were common knowledge in other worlds,but in Teyvat, they actually amplified real combat damage.This player must've already tested reaction effects on monsters.
SunsetWarGod looked around at the others.
"I know some of you also want this weapon.So I'll keep it simple.If I take it—everyone here gets 1000 credits."
He lifted his chin slightly.
"If anyone offers more than me,I won't fight for it.This weapon isn't essential for my class anyway.It's basically a toy."
The moment he named his price, the party fell silent.
A ★★★ weapon—the first and only three-star gear in the game so far.Even if they weren't Cryo-related classes, everyone wanted it.
But…
Buying it for the equivalent of 9000 credits?
They might scrape together the money,but for non-whales, it wasn't worth it—not for a weapon that wasn't even a class-exclusive "signature."
When no one raised a bid,SunsetWarGod transferred the money on the spot—1000 credits to every party member.
Even those who barely contributed—or did nothing—couldn't hide their grins.
Came to watch the excitement → walked away 1000 credits richer.Easiest money of their lives.
"Sunset bro, add me! If you ever need bodies for an event, I'm your guy!"
"Sunset bro! Need a pendant? A pet? A background dancer? I'm available 24/7!"
"Sunset bro, I—"
Several players realized the benefits of sticking to a megawhaleand instantly slipped into full simp mode.
SunsetWarGod added them, sure—they could help gather mats and gear for him—but he'd never bring these leeches to real party content.
"Didn't those guys apply for game accounts?Why aren't they online yet?Don't tell me they won't get in until the third base opens…or until version 1.2?"
SunsetWarGod thought of a few faces—high-skill players from previous games,including retired pro players.
Naturally, a mega-whale like him had his own elite squad.But Genshin Impact: Execute launched so suddenlyhe didn't have time to prepare.
In any other MMO, they'd have planned to dominate the server from day one.
SunsetWarGod slung the damaged Ice Blaster over his shoulderand tested it.
But because the Cryo backpack had been pierced by the fire arrow,the blaster only sprayed cool mist—refreshing, sure,but completely harmless.
He wasn't even upset.
He spent money in games for fun anyway.
Buying a Cryo Blaster for 9000 creditswas like a normal player buying a $1 toy car—just something amusing.
"Let's go back and see if I can repair it at the [Workbench].If not, it makes a great air-conditioner.Thirty-degree weather with no AC is torture."
He stored the weapon away and looked at FireFlameYan.
"Any more hostile NPCs to fight?If not, I'm heading off."
With many new players entering the game now,monsters were hard for them,so they were gathering wood and stone instead.Perfect time for cheap materials—and SunsetWarGod wasn't stupid;he knew when to stock up.
"We only found this one Cryo Fatty.But he clearly has more people behind him.Shouldn't we wait for him to bring reinforcements?"
FireFlameYan rubbed his chin.
"What if all of them have Ice Blaster-type weapons?"
"You still want to wait for them?Damn… even with full top-tier gear,I don't have your level of courage."
SunsetWarGod shook his head.
"That one fat guy with a Cryo gun almost killed me.If another one of similar strength shows up,our whole 10-man party is getting wiped."
As he spoke, he quit the party and prepared to leave.
He refused to die here.
At level 10, resurrection cost him 100 Bio-Energy.Money wasn't the issue—he simply couldn't buy enough Bio-Energy.
Even with a 24-hour buy order up,he'd only managed to collect 50 points so far.
If he died here…he had no idea how long he'd have to wait to resurrect.
"Too few players are out killing monsters right now.We'll need more time before we can recklessly throw lives away."
Muttering to himself, he walked toward the edge of the group—
And then—
Tap tap tap tap—Footsteps echoed from the distance.
SunsetWarGod turned to look.
His expression tightened instantly.
The Cryo Fatty was back.And this time—he brought friends.
The players took one look at their bizarre appearancesand immediately began gossiping.
"Damn, he really brought backup!The one in the hood… is he cosplaying a ninja?"
"Look at that red-eyed guy with a gun—that thing looks stronger than the Ice Blaster!Should we rob him too?"
"Forget robbery—I want to commit a more serious crime.Look at the purple-clad lady NPC—her figure is amazing!Ignore the bugs floating around her—she's fine!"
"Commit WHAT crime?You whip out your Kun in public and the system will ban you for ten minutes—don't ask how I know…"
SunsetWarGod heard the chatterand felt his lungs tighten.
Were these idiots blind?
This was not the time to flirt with NPCs!!
He needed to escape.Now.
But—
[You are currently in combat and cannot log out.][You are currently in combat and cannot log out.][You are currently…]
He tried to log out repeatedly—but he hadn't left combat status.
Then the Cryo Fatty pointed straight at them.
"There!They're the ones who stole my Ice Blaster!"
SunsetWarGod stared blankly.
"…"
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