Chapter 207: Chapter 207: Recruitment
Translator: 549690339
Li Yao said he was looking for some experts, yet there weren’t that many so-called experts around.
Li Yao was just trying to weed out those who lacked confidence, had low levels, or those who wanted to bluff their way through.
In reality, while Li Yao could recruit older experts, these players already had set mindsets and were limited in their capacity to grow.
Of course, it can’t be denied that such players are important veterans and form the foundation of the guild. They bring experience, which helps in making the guild grow in an orderly fashion, and they can also guide newcomers.
However, what Li Yao truly wanted were new players with potential, who’ve gained elite professions. In his past life, only a handful of people managed to reach Divine Enthronement. That never meant others were any less capable.
In fact, reaching Divine Enthronement involved a combination of talent, opportunity, hard work, and a conducive environment. Being a top player didn’t just mean having memories from a past life. There was an influx of hidden experts that kept a low profile or preferred casual gaming.
Take, for instance, the Fruit Knights. Their reputation in the previous life was strictly due to their Player Killing. The rest didn’t interest them.
But in this life, after crossing paths with Li Yao, the Fruit Knight’s monster pulling skill was definitely first-rate. They were now part of the guild, and it looked like the idea of group raiding was more important than Player Killing.
All things considered, Li Yao didn’t hold any great hopes on finding many people. Plenty of average players existed but currently, since the spots were limited, common players didn’t carry much significance.
However, on reaching the training field, Li Yao was taken aback by the sheer number of players present. Most, however, were just there to spectate.
“There he is, the legendary Prairie Fire is here.”
“How do you know that he is the Hunter King?”
“Are you kidding me? Have you seen another Dark Ranger around?”
“You can tell by the mist around him, really cool.”
The crowd automatically split open a pathway for Li Yao, who gratefully walked through.
Then, standing in the middle of the training ground, he loudly said: “Anyone who wishes to join the guild, please register. Then I will screen through. Thanks, everyone.”
A player carrying a giant sword, who was so handsome it caused jealousy, asked: “Hold on. I want to ask. Is it true what they’re saying online about the Starfire Guild’s warehouse? That it’s so luxurious and we’ll really get a chance to acquire those purple equipments and skill books?”
“Absolutely, it’s too outrageous. My friend secretly sent me a screenshot of the ‘Big Guild’s warehouse’. It is one of the top ten guilds, and yet, it’s nowhere near what you put on display in your guild warehouse.” Another player chimed in.
The others joined in. Clearly, they were more concerned about the warehouse. Although they couldn’t see the specific attributes of the items, looking at the full warehouse, which had been rated as the best guild warehouse throughout the game, stimulated them greatly.
Li Yao smiled and responded: “I’ll address your questions now. Although I purchased a batch of Shining Fruit, let me clarify, I’m not a trader. The stuff in the guild warehouse is real and not for sale. Furthermore, I have expanded it by one-third in the last two hours. In the future, the equipment and other items in the guild warehouse will be expanded by at least five times.”
“Damn, this is already the number one warehouse, and you still want to expand it. Are you crazy?”
“You’re the one who’s crazy. It’s his money. What’s it to you?”
“This is the kind of guild that has promise. What I see is not equipment but burning ambition.”
“No kidding, with such a grand layout, it’d be strange if he didn’t have ambition.”
Li Yao motioned for silence before continuing. “I’m saying all this not to brag. I aim to inform you about the strength and foundation of our guild. Starfire Guild also implements a guild points system. As long as you contribute to the development of the guild, you can earn points. With enough points, you can exchange anything from the guild warehouse. We will not inflate the point value of any item to deceive you.”
“You can record my words today. If what happens in the future doesn’t match what I have said, you can hold me accountable. However, in my view, points are secondary.”
The extremely handsome player asked: “How are points considered secondary?”
He voiced the confusion many others had.
Li Yao smiled: “I can clearly tell you all this. I didn’t set up the guild to enjoy some boss-like prestige. The ultimate goal of my guild creation is to become a top-tier guild, the one that has its own team to compete in World Cups and the Olympics.”
“Everybody listen, there are those who think I am bragging. But, as the saying goes, ‘how can a sparrow understand the aspirations of a swan’. The benefits of my guild will also increase with the increase of one’s level in the guild, providing better welfare. I will soon register the guild as a company in reality and choose a good place as our headquarters, matching every aspect of big guilds and clubs. So, those who want to pursue glory with Starfire, please join Starfire. Starfire is just starting out. As long as you have the ability, there will be a place for you.”
“That’s all about it. Those who want to join Starfire, please register. Note that if you are below level ten, please come again next time when we are recruiting. Sorry.”
Li Yao counted and found that there were about three to four hundred people who registered, all above level ten or elite players.
“First-level guild only has three hundred slots, and I can only recruit fifty. Apart from a few Main Tanks (MT) and healers, it’s hard for me to choose among the remaining players. So, we can only do a bit of testing. Of course, I won’t let you do it for nothing. Each friend who registered, will receive 10 silver coins as compensation for your time.”
Then there was a system lottery, and Li Yao watched them compete.
Li Yao was satisfied and actually discovered a few promising talents. Although they were only a bit better than the average players for now, he saw their potential for future development.
After three rounds of competition and basically determining the recruits, Li Yao gave each participant 10 silver coins as promised. Although those who lost were disappointed, the silver coin compensation acted as a consolation. With the 10 silver coins, they could buy very good Blue Equipment.
The handsome player said: “Guild leader, you have only taken in new recruits, but we have not seen your skill first-hand yet. Dare to compete with me?”
“Dude, you, with your door-board sized sword, are the bane of hunters. How can you challenge the guild leader?” said the player who also passed the test. He was a fellow Hunter, and his skills were pretty good.
Li Yao smiled and said: “Fine, let’s compete”
Many people in the Trial Grounds were watching the fun. The player, holding his huge sword, said: “Guild leader, if you lose later, don’t say that my profession has an advantage over yours, haha.”
Li Yao said with a smile: “Just don’t say that I bullied you later.”
Following that, Li Yao whistled. His Fire Eagle swooped down towards the handsome player.
Thud…
The handsome player directly used his sword to block the Fire Eagle’s attack, but before he could recover, a Charged Arrow enhanced by the Bull’s Strength was already there.
Boom…
The handsome player, who was about to reach the charging distance, was suddenly thrown out. He had barely landed when three Arrow Towers appeared by his side. Three shots rapidly fired, reducing his life to a sliver.
“You lost.” Li Yao put away his Long Bow.
People in the crowd started to cheer: “Dude, weren’t you supposed to counter the Hunter? How could you lose so miserably?”
The spectators burst out laughing. The handsome player, his neck turning red, said: “Damn, guild leader, you are not playing fair. Why didn’t you use your skills?”
Li Yao laughed and said: “Actually, I prefer standing and shooting. It’s simple, crude and effective. Using skills is too tiring. Is there anyone else who wants to try my strength?”
The audience fell silent. Goddammit, a boss-level Fire Eagle, three Arrow Towers, Purple Equipment of level ten, if they try to compete with you, wouldn’t they be seeking trouble?
“Since there are no more, come one by one, I will admit you into the guild.” Li Yao clapped his hands and spoke….
PS: I woke up late again. I set the alarm, woke up but thought I’d snooze for a while and then…