Where Is My Wild Boar?

“As expected of the Meta Universe, the drop rate is almost exactly the same as in my previous life!”

Shen Feng cursed under his breath. He thought to himself that if it hadn't been for the beginner gift pack that provided him with skill books and equipment, he would probably still be holding a beginner’s staff, leading a single Leiwosi to grind against wild boars...

Shen Feng shook his head and glanced at the clock. By now, the Meta Universe should have officially opened its gates, and the Beginner Villages, both inside and out, must be swarming with players.

“I wonder what kind of strange expressions the players in my village will have when they see this grinding spot doesn't have a single wild boar left.”

Shen Feng chuckled to himself and began moving toward a higher-level monster zone.

…

Shen Feng’s guess was correct. At this moment, Beginner Village No. 9528 was packed with a massive crowd of players.

Groups of players poured out from the village's resurrection altar, some taking quests, others buying potions.

“The realism of Meta Universe is incredible! My equipment is just a ten-thousand Blue Star coin gaming helmet, yet the simulation level is already this high. It truly is a second world!”

“Damn, it’s so realistic! Look at that female NPC mentor’s staff—it’s so white! And that loli over there... tsk tsk...”

“White, my foot! Hurry up and learn your skills! Your drool is about to hit her feet!”

“…”

One group of curious players chatted excitedly, while another group was eager to level up. After learning their skills and accepting quests, they didn't waste a single second and charged straight toward the wild boar territory in the fields.

“Hahaha! Charge! Little piggies, your grandpa is here to slaughter you!”

“I spent all my money on this gaming helmet. I heard that in the early stages of Meta Universe, just picking up one piece of equipment is enough to strike it rich. I can practically feel the equipment on those boars calling out to me!”

“Charge! Becoming rich overnight is no longer a dream; my great saber is already thirsty for blood…”

“Meta Universe is amazing! I freaking love this game!”

“…”

“Everyone, stay focused! I heard Level 1 wild boars have higher attributes than players. Do not be careless!” a man who looked like a guild manager told his members.

Everyone, whether they were organized guild players or solo players, was itching for action, their hearts pounding with excitement as they rushed out to the outskirts of the Beginner Village.

But when the spirited crowd reached the fields, they all froze in their tracks.

A cold wind blew past…

The place that should have been filled with wild boars tilling the white cabbage patches was now completely empty. Not a single one was in sight.

“…”

“Damn it! Where are the wild boars?”

One person spoke up first, and the surrounding players began to stir in confusion.

“Shit! What kind of trash game is this? The very first quest is bugged!”

“Trash game! Where is the customer service? Get out here and explain this to me right now!!!”

“Uh... didn't you guys just say Meta Universe was amazing?”

“…”

The surrounding players protested one after another. Some contacted guild members in other Beginner Villages to ask if they were experiencing the same bug, but the answers they received were all normal. This made the players in Beginner Village No. 9528 even more bewildered.

Since the monster respawn time in Meta Universe took about five minutes, the players in Beginner Village No. 9528 would likely have to wait a few more minutes before the wild boars reappeared.

Some players couldn't wait and charged toward the Level 2 wild bull area to try their luck. Unsurprisingly, they were all sent flying back to the Beginner Village. After a few such instances, everyone could only wait in silence for the Level 1 wild boars to respawn.

…

At this time, on the outskirts of the Beginner Village, Shen Feng had crossed a small stream and reached a hillside. He saw a pack of wild wolves resting on the grassland.

Shen Feng’s eyes lit up. He cast "Scouting Art," and a string of data appeared before his eyes.

**Wilderness Wolf (Common Grade)**
Level: LV5
HP: 600
Attack: 25
Defense: 2
Skills: Tear, Wolf Pounce, Wolf Claw.
Description: Wild wolves of the plains that frequently hunt the village's livestock. Be careful not to provoke them; their leader is very powerful.

Even though they were Level 5 monsters with decent HP and Attack, they were nothing to Shen Feng.

He closed the monster interface and immediately began chanting. A few seconds later.

“Summon Mecha Goblin!”

“Summon Lightning Spirit - Aurora Ge Lei Lin!”

He summoned two creatures first.

Upon receiving the command, the two summoned beasts roared and charged toward a wild wolf.

The wild wolf had likely just stolen a lamb and was resting leisurely on the grass, completely unaware of the approaching danger. Right at that moment, several bolts of lightning struck it.

-150 (Critical)
-80

Two flashes of lightning later, the wild wolf immediately lost more than half of its HP.

After adding two skill points, the Lightning Spirit - Aurora Ge Lei Lin had reached Level 2. Although it still faced a level suppression penalty, all of its attributes had been enhanced.

“Not bad luck; even a small spell like that triggered a critical hit.”

Following that, the "Wilderness Wolf" scrambled to its feet, its body still feeling numb. It bared its fangs and growled at the approaching human and two beasts, then let out a howl, calling several nearby "Wilderness Wolves" to charge together.

Seeing the wolves rushing over, the gold weapon in Shen Feng’s hand flashed with a golden light.

The weapon's additional skill, "Pumpkin Bomb," allowed him to throw a 3x3 pumpkin bomb in a designated direction.

The bomb's range covered all the wolves. Damage numbers appeared above each of their heads.

-150
-155
-148
-152

The Pumpkin Bomb instantly blasted away more than half the HP of the four charging "Wilderness Wolves." The wolf that had been attacked earlier died on the spot, turning into experience points. The remaining three were also stunned for three seconds.

Afterward, the Lightning Spirit - Aurora Ge Lei Lin and the Mecha Goblin charged forward, and with a few more strikes, they completely eliminated these four wild wolves.

“Ding, congratulations on killing 'Wilderness Wolf' (Common Grade), receiving 50 EXP. Triggering Hundredfold Reward, you receive 5,000 EXP.”

“Ding, congratulations on killing 'Wilderness Wolf' (Common Grade), receiving 50 EXP. Triggering Hundredfold Reward, you receive 5,000 EXP.”

“Ding, …”

The system notifications rang out four times. Already close to leveling up, Shen Feng was immediately enveloped in a pillar of golden light as his level rose again.

“Ding, congratulations on reaching Level 4. You have received 5 free attribute points and 1 skill point. Please distribute them wisely.”