Became an Evolving Space Monster - Chapter 202



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Ep. 201

In the world of Space Survival, the ability to travel through space is very important. This is only natural, since the game is set in space.

However, the point at which space travel becomes easy varies from species to species.

Space pirates like Spacedog, who live off of other ships, and Megacorp, who start out as a patrol ship captain, can travel through space from a very early stage. This is because they are a force that is recommended to play by using their own ships to smuggle goods or recruit mercenaries.

On the other hand, there are races that specialize in space activities, but enter space late due to various restrictions.

For example, the Metallic Gremlin is capable of space travel from birth, but has limited means of getting out of the atmosphere. Outspacers can go into space right away, but they have no means of defense, so it’s not very useful.

In the case of Metallic Gremlin and Outspacer, you need to establish a sufficient base on the starting planet before going out into space to proceed with the game easily.

If we have to categorize them, Aimorphs are the latter type. They can survive in space without much trouble, but they have no spaceflight ability, making it difficult to advance early. In order to go to other planets, they must sneak into a player or NPC ship and move there.

As you gradually grow and acquire the ability to fly in space, your play style will change significantly. This is because your activities will shift from small things like a spaceship or a single continent within a planet to the entire universe.

‘With the ability to fly in space comes the ability to travel at superluminal speeds.’

However, this does not mean that you can use it whenever you want. Superluminal travel consumes a tremendous amount of energy, so it requires as much preparation as infiltrating another ship.

‘If you just write without thinking, you’ll probably run out of energy and starve to death.’

You should eat as much food as possible before you set out, and also make sure you have something to replenish along the way.

Another drawback is that it cannot be used during combat. There is a long waiting time before moving at superluminal speeds, so if you use it during combat, you will be killed by enemy cannons.

‘In the game, we had to be careful with this risk… .’

It’s different in this world, because I have another interstellar travel ability.

The only trait is ‘Nightmare Horizon’. It is a trait that allows it to merge with a spaceship and turn it into a kind of biological ship.

‘If you only have one, it has many limitations and is difficult, but if you have both, it’s a different story.’

Nightmare Horizon and Monster’s Reinforced Wings. Each has distinct strengths and weaknesses.

The Nightmare Horizon has very little utility, but it can store a lot of energy, making it ideal for long-distance interstellar voyages. However, it has the disadvantage of only being able to be taken over once every seven days, and only once per ship.

On the other hand, the monster’s reinforced wings are effective for interplanetary or intraplanetary movement. Unlike the Nightmare Horizon, it is not easy to cross multiple constellations due to food supply issues.

That is, depending on how you use the two characteristics, you can complement each other’s shortcomings.

‘I’d like to use my wing arms when on planets or within constellations, and when I want to travel far, I’d like to use Nightmare Horizon by covering the ship.’

There are probably other uses for it, but let’s get into those little by little.

I looked down at my arm that had the ‘Monster’s Reinforced Wings’ applied.

The first trait I acquired after coming to this world was ‘wings’. At the time, it was like an insect like a scarab, usually covering its body like a shell, but unfolding when needed.

However, the wings I have acquired this time are quite different in form. Of the six combat arms I possess, the uppermost pair have transformed into wings.

Originally, all of my combat arms were identical in length and shape. They only changed when I used a special transformation mode.

But now the winged arms are much longer and larger than the other arms. Almost two to three times as long. They are long enough that the fingertips can touch the ground even when the winged arms are stretched out without bending the upper body at all.

The arm carapace has rows of small holes covered with a thin membrane, which are used to inject propellant needed for faster travel and space flight.

And except for one of the four fingers, the rest became very long and strong. A wide membrane grew between the transformed fingers and across the entire arm. It can be thought of as a shape similar to the wings of a bat.

The outside of the skin is covered with scales, giving it a rough and coarse feel, but the inside is covered with small hairs, making it very soft to the touch.

The outer surface of the wing is relatively strong and is resistant to energy weapons. Its defense power is enough to block the ship’s mounted plasma cannon at least once, so it can be used for defense in an emergency.

‘It’s not a good choice because it will tear if you get hit too often.’

The size of the membrane is almost as large as my body, but it is not that large because it is currently folded. When the wing arms with the membrane folded are bent, the membrane flows down, giving the appearance of wearing a very large cloak.

‘Aimophra wearing a cloak.’

If it evolves into an adult in this state, it will look quite cool, as it will resemble a three-headed dragon from a classic Japanese monster movie.

‘adult.’

Now that I have gained the ability to roam the universe freely, I can fulfill the evolution conditions faster than before. Now that I have acquired a superior means of transportation, the entire planet is my hunting ground.

Although it is still a long way from becoming an adult, it will be able to fulfill the conditions more quickly than before.

“Do you like it that much?”

As I was looking at the wings and feeling happy, the Heavenly Mother came towards me.

After the effect of the symbol of the hunt ended, everyone retreated for a moment in case I attacked. No. 26 and PS-111 followed behind her.

[Zuzuzuzuzuzuzuz (You made me nervous)]

“What? I already knew that.”

“Big baby, are you full now?”

[Zuzu zuzu zuzu zuzu zuzuzu (I’m sorry I ate too much)]

“It’s okay because babies get hungry quickly!”

When the side effects of the symbol wore off and I came to my senses, the only food left in front of me was half of the female Crystal Wing’s body. The male’s corpse was completely stuffed into my stomach without a single one remaining.

“Based on preliminary simulations of energy consumption in the reinforced form, it is estimated that sufficient energy has not yet been supplied.”

[Zzuzuzu zuzuzu zuzuzuzu zuzuzuzu (It’s okay now that I’ve come to my senses)]

“I heard that ‘Aimorph’ can remove its shortcomings through genetic modification. I recommend removing said shortcomings through the consumption of other organic substances.”

I think so, even without saying. Now that I’ve gotten the flying ability I wanted, I’ll have to catch a Sharkbear and get a new trait.

[Zzuzuzuzu zuzuzu zuzuzuzu (When we’re done eating, let’s go find new food)]

“good!”

“great.”

No. 26 and PS-111, who were busy eating Crystal Wing’s meat, answered vigorously.

“Oh, by the way, I have something to show you.”

Instead of answering, the Heavenly Mother showed me a small piece of metal. The object she showed me was a half-melted ivory-colored metal, moonsilver.

[Zuzu zuzu zuzu (Moonsilver? Where did you get this?)]

“We found something that was being digested in the female intestines.”

While I was eating the male’s head to gain the trait, she was examining the female. She had to eat the heart and organs to increase the level of deification. The Moonsilver piece must have been found while working.

‘But why Crystal Wing and Moonsilver?’

I looked closely at the Moonsilver shards.

[Zuz …

“Yes. It’s a refined silver alloy.”

When I heard that, I had some idea. She nodded silently, as if she had thought the same thing as I did.

Moonsilver is a mineral mainly used by cults. Because it has the effect of amplifying psychic power effects, moonsilver alloys are widely used in weapons, armor, and even ships.

If so, there is only one answer.

‘Jason.’

It was definitely the trace of the spaceship he and his men rode in. Judging from the degree of melting of the metal, it seemed like it had been extinguished for quite some time.

‘It seems like it’s been at least a day.’

[Zuzu zuzuzu zuzuzu (what else is there?)]

“No other traces were found.”

If the male’s body had remained, I would have examined it further, but unfortunately I ate it all.

‘It’s a spaceship.’

When we interrogated Jason in the form of a human face, we learned that he had brought several subordinates with him. And that these subordinates had set up camp in Black Gallagon’s lair.

It would have been impossible originally, but it was a miracle made possible by Black Gallagon’s close relationship with his fellow players.

‘He said he would never leave until I came back.’

However, given the current situation, it is highly likely that his subordinates met with disaster while trying to leave the planet. There is no way Crystal Wing could enter Black Gallagon’s territory and attack the cultists.

‘Or is it a completely different force?’

Maybe a cult of pirates has set foot here, like Muriel’s cartel.

‘There’s no need to overthink it.’

If you need to, you can find out for yourself.

After gathering my thoughts, I looked at the kids. No. 26 and PS-111 had already finished their short meal.

[Zuzuzuzuzu (Did you eat well?)]

“huh.”

“I am satisfied, but I need more energy.”

[Z zu zu zu (really? that’s good)]

I got to eat rice and gain wings and arms.

It’s the perfect time to fly and hunt.

–

“All repairs have been completed.”

“Phew, that’s a relief.”

While the ship was being repaired, the captain, who had been anxious, finally let out a sigh. This terrible planet was teeming with all sorts of terrifying monsters.

‘Crazy, it hasn’t even been a day and there have already been 6 attacks!’

The point where the cult cruiser crash-landed was near the middle of a very large mountain. It was quite a distance from the Gallagons’ nest, but it was not a place to feel safe.

The fact that it fell from Gallagon’s Nest meant that there were many other wild animals there. So I expected there to be attacks, but I never dreamed that it would be this frequent.

If it weren’t for the Temple Guardians, the experts at hunting monsters, the crew of this ship would have long since become food for the beasts.

‘Still, it’s fortunate that the Garan Manos didn’t come back.’

Garan Mano has a special outer shell that makes it undetectable by detection equipment. It is not easy to avoid their attacks unless you check them with your own eyes or use special psychic power techniques.

In the first place, it was because of Garan Mano’s damned nature that they met with disaster when they tried to leave the planet.

The temple guardians kept a close watch in case they attacked again, but fortunately, no such incident occurred.

“Providence is helping us. Then, everyone prepare for takeoff!”

“yes!”

At the captain’s command, the crew began to move busily. The engine that had stopped running began to trim, and heat began to circulate in the hull that had been cold from the cold outside.

The cultists in the situation room used their psychic powers to synchronize with the newly awakened cruiser. The information stored at the time of the crash was quickly transmitted to the minds of the synchronized cultists. The important information was displayed as a translucent image made of energy in the center of the situation room.

“Engine activation 70%. Continued to increase to 100%.”

“67% energy remaining. Good.”

“The damaged area has been closed.”

“Ready for takeoff.”

“Okay. Get your engines ready so we can jump right out of the planet.”

“yep!”

“Watchers, report immediately if Gallagon or any other threats occur.”

“All right.”

The ship, with all preparations completed, slowly began to rise into the air. The ivory, long, diamond-shaped cruiser shook slightly when it first rose, but soon soared into the sky without a problem.

‘Please don’t face any threats… .’

“Vital signs approaching quickly! This is Gallagon!”

“shit!”

The cultist in charge of external surveillance of the ship reported urgently. At the same time, a tactical map of a much more sophisticated form than the holograms produced by Megacorp or Star Union was projected onto the situation room.

A triangular marker was approaching the diamond in the center of the tactical map.

“Can you confirm the Gallagon color?”

“Based on its size, it is estimated to be green. If it continues on its current orbit, it is expected to collide with the target in 5 minutes.”

“…Tsk, switch to evasive maneuvers, but maintain your current speed as much as possible. Get away as fast as you can without counterattacking.”

“All right.”

Judging by the speed at which they were flying at full speed, it did not seem like they were approaching with friendly intentions. For whatever reason, they were clearly targeting this cruiser.

That moment when all the crew members become tense because of the enemy’s sudden appearance.

The faces of the crew members in charge of surveillance and exploration turned pale.

“Urgent report! Another unidentified target is approaching!”

“what?”

“Based on size, it’s at least white or more! It’s incredibly fast! There’s only one minute left until impact!”

Everyone in the situation room was shocked by the unexpected news. The captain, barely able to maintain his composure, gave an urgent order.

“Prepare hyper-luminal engines to operate! Watchers, share the video images captured by the external cameras!”

“We can’t get the engine started in time!”

“What the hell! Make it fit somehow!”

As the atmosphere became tense, footage taken by an external camera was displayed in the middle of the situation room.

‘What, what is this?’

The captain was shocked when he saw it on camera.

It was like a black meteor floating in the dark sky. Providence said, an ominous sign that appears whenever a great disaster strikes the empire.

A black demon was approaching them, flapping its huge wings.

“Huh? What is that?”

While everyone was frozen in place at the sight of that fearsome being, someone’s absentminded voice echoed through the situation room. The captain’s gaze was drawn to the reinforced glass on the front of the situation room upon hearing those words.

There was something in that place where only black clouds filled the air. In that place where snow and hail storms raged.

A black shadow that flashes whenever lightning strikes.

The terrifying creature caught on camera lunged at them with its mouth wide open.

“Mom, everyone, prepare for the collision…!”

The moment the captain shouted at the top of his lungs, the cruiser shook violently.