Chapter 80: (LXXX) New Players

Psyrax opened his eyes, the vivid world of Gran Terra coming into sharp focus. The first thing he noticed was the sheer detail of Gilramore around him. The cobblestone streets felt almost real under his boots, and the bustling city was alive with the sounds of NPCs going about their daily routines. 

Colorful market stalls lined the streets, vendors shouting out their wares while players and NPCs mingled seamlessly. The scent of fresh bread and exotic spices filled the air, adding to the immersive experience. He took a moment to appreciate the realism, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. 

Scott was a professional gamer and live streamer and had been one of the few lucky enough to be accepted into the closed beta test of The World Online. Out of ten million applicants, only one hundred thousand were chosen, with ten thousand new players entering each week for the first ten weeks.