Genius Regressor Makes Mythic Items

Light scattered around as if precious gems had been ground down. It was breathtakingly beautiful, yet paradoxically, it evoked a sense of reverence and holiness as it poured in all directions.

Against this backdrop,

『The World Tree Shimdrasil has connected with the heavenly realm.』

『The angels’ favor towards you deepens.』

『You gain 20 divine energy.』

『You do not possess divine energy.』

『It is converted to alchemy energy, which increases by 10.』

Messages appeared in quick succession.

Then,

『The hidden quest ‘The Tree Connecting Dimensions’ has been updated.』

Confirming the update of the hidden quest, Shimun said, “Take me down there.”

“Understood.”

Even amidst the warm baptism of light, riding the distinctly shimmering silver-blue light, he descended to where the giant tree Shimdrasil pierced through the clouds.

Upon arrival, “Oh? It’s Appa!”

-Kkyuuu!

A beautiful child and a multicolored dragon on the ground ran over cheerfully.

“Appa!”

“Ah, my dear Shiyeon. Were you having fun?”

Shimun caught the child who flew into his arms.

-Kkyuuu! Kkyuuu!

“And Kyung, you were having fun too, right?”

Kyung squeezed in to nuzzle affectionately, and Shimun hugged the dragon too.

Behind the two children, a slender woman approached.

“Shimun-nim!”

It was the High Elf Ernen.

“W-what is going on here…?”

Ernen couldn’t hide her bewilderment. It was no wonder.

“All of a sudden, heavenly light poured forth, and now an archangel is here…”

The sudden heavenly light. At the same time, resplendent yet restrained silver-blue wings.

Flap.

Not just wings, but the eight wings symbolizing an archangel were fluttering right before her eyes.

As Ernen’s gaze fixed on them, “A High Elf… I thought they were all gone, but you still exist.”

The silver-blue angel Gabriel folded her wings and stood before Ernen. Then, “It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Gabriel, the archangel of the heavenly realm.”

Gabriel greeted courteously. Ernen blinked briefly, then responded with a smile, “Oh, it’s an honor to meet an archangel of the heavenly realm. I am Ernen, a High Elf.”

As the two entities exchanged greetings,

“Sorry, Ernen. That must have been surprising. I happened to visit the heavenly realm, and well, things turned out this way.”

Shimun, having petted Shiyeon and Kyung thoroughly, approached Ernen. Now regaining her composure, “You have nothing to apologize for, Shimun-nim. It was just very sudden, that’s all.”

Ernen gave her characteristic serene smile.

Then,

“But.”

She glanced at the gradually fading heavenly light and asked, “The connection with the heavenly realm seemed to have been established earlier… Is there a specific reason why the archangel has descended personally?”

“Well, the thing is.”

Shimun was about to answer when, “I am here to bestow my blessing.”

Gabriel responded first.

“Blessing?”

“Yes. Originally, Shimun-nim only wished for the connection between the World Tree and the heavenly realm. But the moment I heard of the World Tree, I realized I could offer my assistance.”

“Ah.”

Ernen nodded with a small exclamation.

“Indeed, Archangel Gabriel, you oversee the waters of the heavenly realm, correct?”

“That’s right.”

Gabriel also nodded in agreement with Ernen’s words.

“Moreover, thanks to Shimun-nim, I have received further enlightenment from Father.”

“Oh my, is that so?”

Ernen’s eyes widened in surprise. Then, “I knew Shimun-nim was remarkable, but I didn’t realize he could be of such help to an archangel.”

“I myself found it a startling experience, even having gone through it.”

“Haha! Shimun-nim is indeed quite remarkable in many ways. There was a time I got into trouble with a dragon…”

As the conversation centered around the human named Kim Shimun continued, “That happened? That’s surprising. Removing such malicious corruption would be challenging, even for Raphael.”

“And now he has created a new World Tree as well.”

“I was very surprised when I first heard of it too. Until now, the only existing World Tree was Yggdrasil of Asgard…”

The two women quickly became engrossed in their conversation. Shimun, the subject of their conversation, felt awkward.

“Hm…”

He scratched the back of his head in embarrassment. Just then,

『Debut match begins in 2 hours and 59 minutes.』

A notification appeared in front of Shimun, saving him from the situation.

“Uh… Gabriel? My debut match is about to start soon.”

Shimun quickly spoke up.

“Oh dear! I apologize. I was so excited about meeting a High Elf and the World Tree that I got carried away.”

“It’s fine. Now that it’s connected to the heavenly realm, you can visit anytime.”

“Really? Is that alright?”

Gabriel asked, wide-eyed with surprise. Shimun nodded nonchalantly.

“Why wouldn’t it be? Now that the dimensions are connected, visiting doesn’t cost any causality, right?”

“That’s true, but… this place is clearly your domain, Shimun-nim. And I’m not your patron Constellation…”

Apparently, the concept of territory was quite important to angels. Gabriel cautiously mentioned the domain, watching Shimun’s reaction.

However, Shimun, being a player and not a heavenly,

“My request was only for the connection to the heavenly realm anyway. Since you have blessed the World Tree, that settles the matter of your visiting rights.”

Shimun shrugged lightly and turned his gaze to Ernen for confirmation.

“I think it’s a wonderful idea. Even though there are spirits, it does get a bit lonely here.”

Ernen responded with a positive smile.

Satisfied with the suggestion,

“If you say so, I won’t refuse.”

Gabriel’s previously expressionless face softened slightly with a smile at her eyes and lips.

“Then, I shall bestow the blessing immediately.”

She flapped her eight wings and ascended into the air.

Soon,

Humming.

Clear and cold resonance filled the air, and the silver-blue light burst forth from her fingertips. The droplets, shaped from the light, fell like spring rain, soaking the massive Shimdrasil.

Shimdrasil glowed brightly with silver-blue light. Then,

『The World Tree Shimdrasil has been blessed by Archangel Gabriel.』

『The production of the World Tree’s spring water doubles.』

『There is a low probability that ‘Blue Leaves of the World Tree’ will grow.』

Messages prompted by Gabriel’s blessing appeared one after another. Shimun widened his eyes as he confirmed the details.

‘The production of the World Tree’s spring water will double?’

The spring water from the World Tree. It’s the core ingredient in the most valuable stat-enhancing elixir Shimun currently produces.

An item that everyone clamors for due to its significant stat-boosting effects. And now its production will double?

‘It seems that overseeing the heavenly waters has something to do with this.’

Shimun nodded in satisfaction and redirected his gaze to the final message.

‘But what is the Blue Leaf of the World Tree?’

The Blue Leaf of the World Tree. Even with Shimun’s experiences from his past life, the name was completely unfamiliar.

Just then, “I didn’t expect it to grow so quickly…”

Ernen’s voice came with a slight chuckle.

When Shimun looked up, “Oh my! The blessing of an archangel is truly remarkable!”

Ernen was seen plucking the shimmering blue leaves that sparkled like jewels, not from a branch, but from the main trunk.

“For it to bloom so soon when it’s still far from maturity!”

Holding the leaves with reverence, Ernen offered them to Shimun.

“Shimun-nim, please take a look. These are very precious.”

Accepting the Blue Leaf, Shimun immediately checked the information. And, “This is extraordinary!”

Shimun’s eyes widened even further.

『Blue Leaf of the World Tree』

Grade: X

A leaf that grows only from the main body of the World Tree.

Depending on its use, it can completely remove a specific energy.

Blinking in astonishment, ‘It can completely remove a specific energy?’

He reconfirmed the efficacy stated.

“Fufu. Luckily, early bloom hasn’t diminished its potency.”

Ernen smiled softly at him.

“This has been treated as one of the ultimate panaceas by our elves for generations. It can cleanse any poison or curse, even those of angels.”

“Certainly… it’s understandable why it’s considered a panacea.”

The option to ‘completely remove a specific energy’. Although presented as a form of healing, it essentially provides complete immunity to a specific energy, doesn’t it?

‘It doesn’t have to be limited to poison or curses; it could potentially erase specific stats as well.’

Though fundamental stats like strength, agility, and stamina wouldn’t be affected,

‘Stats such as demonic energy, divine energy, and spirit energy are all forms of energy.’

And this means, ‘If properly utilized… it could become the ultimate poison for players, angels, or demons.’

Of course, a single leaf would barely be enough to make a potion, but even so, it’s a start. If the conditions were right and the weaponization was done properly, the resulting power would be horrifying.

Reaching that conclusion, Shimun thought, “Wait.”

His eyes sharpened instantly.

‘This means it can also free those controlled by DS, under the influence of the Continental and the Dragon race?’

Although DS is known as an external elixir derived from the Dragon Lord’s energy outside the arena, at its core, it is based on Dragon Force.

Unless the Dragon Force had deeply infiltrated to the point of merging with the physical body, much like when Shimun first met Ernen, it should be sufficient to deal with the internal intrusion caused by DS.

Shimun immediately turned to Ernen.

“Ernen, how much more of these Blue Leaves can we obtain?”

“Unfortunately, the one you’re holding is the only one for now.”

“Just this… one leaf?”

Shimun felt a bit deflated. Ernen responded with an apologetic smile.

“Blue Leaves typically grow only on a fully matured World Tree. The fact that this incomplete Shimdrasil has produced even one is nothing short of a miracle.”

“Ah…”

“And as for when the next Blue Leaf will grow, I cannot say. As I mentioned, this in itself is almost miraculous.”

“Understood.”

Shimun sighed, trying to alleviate his disappointment.

‘Indeed, the system did say it would grow at a low probability.’

As Ernen mentioned, blue Leaves typically grow only on a fully matured World Tree. It was already a miracle that the incomplete Shimdrasil had managed to produce one.

And even with the low probability, ‘Since it’s blessed by Gabriel, more will surely grow in time.’

As the World Tree continues to grow, the probability should increase. They would just have to patiently wait while fostering its growth.

Clearing his disappointment, Shimun smiled.

“Still, it’s great to have acquired such a rare item already.”

“Fufu, isn’t it?”

Then, to Shimun, “However, there may be another method as well.”

Ernen whispered softly.

“What do you mean?”

“The Blue Leaves grew thanks to Gabriel’s blessing.”

“Ah.”

Shimun let out a small exclamation, possibly having guessed something.

“You mean that if Gabriel visits here frequently, the probability of the Blue Leaf growing will increase?”

“Yes. Although as an archangel, Gabriel would visit here with an avatar, even the presence of her avatar could influence Shimdrasil to some extent.”

“That makes sense.”

Despite being overshadowed by the Black Goat, Baal, and Heavenly Demon, Gabriel was a high-ranked heavenly. Even as an avatar, her presence would be significant.

Just then, “The blessing has been bestowed. It should last permanently unless something significant disrupts it.”

Flap.

Gabriel descended to the ground, flapping her silver-blue wings. Watching her, Shimun spoke, “Gabriel.”

“Yes?”

“Feel free to consider this place your home and visit as often as you like.”

“What?”

He welcomed her with open arms.

—

『Hidden Issue Overshadowed by the Russian Guild War Shock!』

『Into Other Dimensions? Kim Shimun Connects with Aliens!』

『World’s Strongest Rising Star Reaching Diamond Rank in Just Six Months, now Heading for Outer Space?』

『The First Earthling to Fight a Rank-Up Match Against Other Species, what’s the Outcome?』

『Even Receiving Love Calls from Aliens? Rumors of Kim Shimun Moving to Another Dimension!』

From various portal sites to international news programs, the world’s attention shifted from the shocking Russian Guild War, to Shimun’s recent Diamond rank promotion match.

“Hey, did you watch Kim Shimun’s promotion match?”

“No, I was reading Russia’s statement that day.”

“Turns out there really are aliens. I thought they were all NPCs.”

“Damn, so the ones we fought were all aliens?”

“I don’t know. Experts say there are awakened and non-awakened beings in other dimensions too.”

“Ugh! That damned awakening privilege! It’s so frustrating!”

Naturally, such global interest poured into the world’s top Arena channel, TWC.

『Everyone, it’s an honor to meet you with such great news!』

The reason was simple.

『Hearing the news of Kim Shimun’s debut match broadcast made my heart race. How about you, Jonathan?』

『Laughs! Same here! I couldn’t sleep a wink after getting the call yesterday!』

Kim Shimun’s debut match. Broadcasts dedicated to his debut match were being aired.

『With all the regulations and such, I thought it would be impossible to broadcast the debut match like Earth’s regular promotion matches.』

『Apparently, we received a call from Galaxy Arena. I still wonder, how on earth do they contact Earth?』

『Haha! To figure that out, we’d have to understand the Arenea system used for personal broadcasts first, wouldn’t we?』

『Oh my! Arenea exists too? It looks like we’re never going to solve the mysteries of Galaxy Arena!』

Michael and Jonathan continued their banter, leading into the debut match broadcast opening.

Soon,

『Oh, the screen is changing! It looks like the debut match is about to start!』

『We see various species being summoned one after another.』

Players of various species participating in the debut match included Shimun, the only participant from Earth, who appeared on the screen.

『There! Kim Shimun is also being summoned!』

『Wow, seeing this, it really feels like he’s spreading out into space!』