Genius’s Godlike Game Broadcast-Chapter 96 : Unexpected Guest (1)

Unexpected Guest (1)
As the broadcast went live, genome greeted everyone with a bright smile.
"Trha! This is Genome, the man who plays games well at a genetic level!"
― Basement!
― Genome's intro!
― Hyung! Isn't it about time you change your greeting? LOL
― For real LOL it's been almost a month since you became Trchoip
As soon as the stream started, viewers began joking around in the chat. Genome snorted and waved his hand.
"Come on, guys. I really *do* play well at a genetic level, alright? It's just that people who play even better have shown up, that's all. My gaming skills haven't suddenly dropped or anything, you know? Don't you agree?"
― That's the truth!
― Lol, instant "prestige" coming right up!
― Thought gene-level was the top, but apparently there's a level above that LOL
― Why did you start the broadcast early today?
― Are you trying to avoid peak hours now?
― Can't handle late-night streaming anymore?
― Our aging, sickly hyung T_T
― Don't you guys read Genome's notice?!
As new folks flowed in, chat messages shot up the screen. With a clap to grab attention, genome got things on track.
"You guys go straight for the roast the moment you join. Alright, focus! Today, we have a special guest, so mind your tone and manners, okay?"
― Suddenly, a guest?
― Who is it? He didn't even update the broadcast title? LOL
― HOXY?
― Is it that hot streamer these days?
― Huh? I thought it was a day off?
― Lol, last time you said it was a break and still streamed!
― He's not streaming himself so it's a day off—such a Black Company mindset
With the chat's expectations rising, genome quickly continued. Dragging it out would have been disrespectful to the guest.
"All right, let's bring him in right away! The living example of a knight in our times, sir Eclipse!"
"Greetings!"
Accompanied by applause, Eclipse appeared. Even though it was the studio and not a game, he was dressed in armor befitting a knight.
― Lololololol
― Why is Eclipse suddenly here?
― Lol I knew it
― Eclipse at this timing? That's just unbeatable LOL
― Wow, our hyung's sense for the flow is insane
― Analysis broadcast incoming LOL
Some viewers had already guessed at the program's content. The viewers' streaming experience was as significant as Genome's hosting career.
"Today, together with Sir Eclipse, we'll analyze that most talked-about streamer, Purple's Elden Soul final boss fight!"
― Lol, here's where Purple withdrawal gets filled
― It's like eating a meal kit instead of going to a restaurant
― That meal kit analogy though, lol
― Genome's fans are living large LOL
― Getting Eclipse as a guest is ultra-luxury casting, right?
― So you're not eating?
― Of course not, just eat up!
Viewers happily welcomed the stream. That was thanks to the overlapping fanbases between Genome and Lee Gyeongbok.
"Before we begin, even though anyone who's into games nowadays must know, let's start with a brief explanation."
With that, genome led Eclipse to his seat. Then, with a snap of his fingers, the studio background transformed into a medieval style.
― Wow, genome is so good at these touches LOL
― Look at him instantly change costume too LOL
― Forbes #1 streamer for custom guest setups!
― Eclipse looking around is sooo cute LOL
With the background and Genome's outfit changed, Eclipse's appearance seemed perfectly fitting. Genome coughed lightly, smiling.
"Hm-hm. I'm sure even Sir Eclipse has heard. Just yesterday, through Purple's broadcast, it was revealed that Elden Soul—well, the entire Elden series—is the prequel to the previous Dark Rune."
"That's right. That's the work that first led me to walk the path of chivalry as a knight."
Eclipse nodded excitedly. Genome continued, pulling up reference footage with a flick of his fingers.
"Yes, exactly. And in line with that reveal, fromme Studio announced a virtual reality remaster of Dark Rune. That alone caught worldwide attention."
The screen displayed headlines from international game webzines. The chat window was filled with exclamations.
― I saw this in real time and it woke me right up LOL
― Purple's world-class debut LOL
― Debut? Everyone already knew from the Bark era
― Oh, did they?
― It was early in his streaming days, so it didn't get much spotlight
― Isn't it weird to have the start of streaming and a world-class debut together? LOL
Genome brought up another screen—a company CEO's video introducing the Knight of Perfection.
"Plus, to commemorate the event, fromme revealed an NPC modeled after Purple—the 'Knight of Perfection.' Sir Eclipse, you've had a similar experience, haven't you?"
"Indeed, though it's been a while since."
"Exactly. You, sir Eclipse, won the world dueling championship two times in a row and were revered as the 'Knight of Eclipse.'"
With those words, genome added the Knight of Eclipse character screen to honor his guest.
― Wow, double Korean gamer celebration
― Really makes my chest swell
― Lol, cultural victory!
― Kim Gu, are you watching? T_T
― Never disrespect Korean gamers again!
― Who even did that? LOL
"All right! Here's what everyone's curious about. What makes Purple's play, which led to such results, possible? To answer that, today, here with Genome and the Knight of Eclipse, sir Eclipse!"
Genome began ramping up the broadcast's excitement, the chat window following suit.
― Let's ride the Purple coin wave~
― Strawing it right away?
― Can't miss this, Lol
― Think back to when these two first met. Nobody could have predicted this LOL
― Even now, hyung's bowing down at that time was a divine move
― Purple coin, now's the time?!
― Sensei, there's never a time when the Purple coin isn't "now"
― Lol, exactly
Viewers teased Genome about his first meeting with Purple. But Genome wasn't flustered by this in the slightest.
"Come on, guys. Isn't it obvious? Who was the first streamer to meet Purple? Me, that's who! Of course I should capitalize on it!"
When he pretended to be bristling, the chat burst out laughing.
"If you're not riding this wave, you're the weird one. What are Korean game companies doing right now? Don't they realize catching Purple is an instant ticket to the top?! You've gotta get your homework in now, or you'll be left behind for months!"
― Lol, pushing off homework is the norm
― Backlog homework is best finished in a burst!
― Lol, usually it's the one assigning homework who isn't late
― Frankly, even if it's a trash game, godple playing would be decent LOL
― Maybe they're using missing Godple as an excuse for failure?
-??? : Ugh... to think we failed because we couldn't get Godple in our advertisements
― An honorable death, Lol
Genome cocked an eyebrow as he scanned the chat window.
"Hey, I'm giving real, valuable advice for free here, aren't I? But if you benefit, I'd appreciate it if you let me in on the action too."
― Instant true intention revealed LOL
― Going full strawing now
― Now our hyung is even pushing for bundle sales T_T
― Even as a bonus, being attached to Godple makes a difference LOL
― Exactly, it even raises reviews, right?
― Admit it, Purple Day was fun LOL
― That's the real deal LOL
Genome's eyes darted rapidly. Enough back-and-forth for now.
"While we're on the subject, I also want to thank Purple for permitting this analysis. Unlike unauthorized lecca, we're doing everything by the book today, okay? So let's get this started!"
He switched screens-nimbly. The first was the opening of the final boss fight.
It was an unprecedented three-way battle.
"Wow, it's still amazing to watch again. How did this setup happen? It's like the god of broadcasting was blessing the scene."
Genome spoke with genuine awe, not as a streamer.
"Whether it was deliberate or unintentional, it made for perfect broadcast content. A scene like this has never happened before, right?"
― Who could have predicted there'd be a stream snipe right here, Lol
― And to charge straight into the audience chamber, ignoring them, so bold LOL
― Only thinking about the broadcast!
― Purple's Three Kingdoms Strategy is a legend
― Huh? Instant ramen?
― That non-canonical joke LOL
― But honestly, with Godple, he'd deal with all the snipers in three minutes LOL
― Lol, so that's what you meant LOL
Unlike the cheerful Genome and viewers, Eclipse crossed his arms and shook his head.
"I actually found this quite displeasing."
"Displeasing?"
"Yes. An ambush, and a group suppressing a single person! Such things are disgraceful for a knight!"
Annoyance tinged Eclipse's voice, and the chat window suddenly agreed.
― He's right, though
― For real LOL lucky that Purple won, or the stream could have been a disaster
― Not just a stream snipe, but coordinated sniping is the worst
― I heard those were hardcore gamers from online communities
Genome scanned the chat window quickly—it was time to step in before things got overheated.
"This situation only happened because it was Purple. If it were anyone else, would there have been a need for a group to show up?"
Eclipse shifted his gaze at those words.
"I'm not defending stream snipers, but there were extenuating circumstances. Honestly, as someone who's been sniped often, I've never seen such a polite snipe."
― That's true too
― The copycats trying to follow Godple were the problem LOL
― Elden Soul is rated 19+, are they not smart enough to realize that?
― For real LOL They're not even underage kids
― Are they Horde, then?
― What's with that joke? LOL
As the chat's mood softened, genome heaved a sigh of relief and continued,
"Besides, Purple himself didn't take issue with it, right? Maybe it would be rude for us to judge as third parties."
"Mmm... Genome, you have a point. I was letting my emotions get ahead of me."
When Eclipse agreed, the chat window settled down as well.
― Yeah, if Godple himself is fine, who are we to judge? LOL
― That's what a Trchoip is LOL
― He's right, so why are we getting so heated?
― Because Genome's fans are mischievous
― You're pretending you're not LOL
― Lol, remember your tone and manners!
To shift the mood, genome immediately changed the screen.
"So, what we need to focus on is Purple's play! Sir Eclipse, what would you have done in this situation?"
"Hmm, if it were me..."
Eclipse hesitated briefly before answering.
"I could endure ten traitors and the instant death area, at least."
"Oh, so you mean that's manageable?"
A string of question marks appeared in the chat. Eclipse hurriedly waved his hand.
"No, that's not what I mean. Taking out the traitors like Sir Purple did would be tough. What I'm saying is, I could hold out in the safe zone and maybe win a one-on-one if the zones overlapped."
"I see. That makes sense. You're the master of one-on-ones, after all."
― Agree, totally agree
― Not just anyone can win world championships
― It might be easier since other spirits can't intervene LOL
― No matter how hardcore they are, nobody can beat Eclipse one-on-one LOL
-??? : I won, though?
― Godple isn't some community hardcore gamer~
― A different level LOL
The viewers accepted the opinion, and Genome moved to the next pattern.
Mirror image appears. Silence. Melee chaos.
Before Genome even asked, Eclipse let out a deep sigh.
"It's a bit embarrassing as a knight, but if it were me, I'd have chosen to run away rather than face it like Sir Purple."
"Run away?"
"Yes. Even if you deal with the enemy in front of you, don't they revive as immortals? For victory, you sometimes have to take a step back to move two steps forward."
"That would look like a game of tag, wouldn't it?"
― Eclipse playing tag? Can't miss that LOL
― Lol, even with the knight concept, playing tag is a bit much
― Just picturing it is hilarious LOL
-'Run away with his pants down' situation!
The chat erupted in laughter, but Genome's expression remained strict.
"Guys, only someone like Sir Eclipse could even make tag work in this situation. If any of you were here? Instant death, for sure. Know your limits, will you?"
It was a mix of jest and seriousness, a reminder not to mock his guest.
The chat changed targets accordingly.
― Why're you acting like you wouldn't die?
― Lol, smooth deflection
― Boundaries, man!
― Frankly, even if it's not instant death, hyung would die too LOL
Genome snorted as usual. Steering the mood was one of his special talents.
"You still don't know me? If it were me, by the time the first pattern was over, I'd already be trash-talking the stream snipers."
As more question marks appeared in the chat, genome grinned mischievously and continued.
"What do you want, a walkthrough without me? Sure, go ahead. But now it's time for pattern two, right? Since it's a broadcast, I'll just hold on a bit longer for the show. I'll die at pattern three. And when it ends, what's my move? You trusted me? Genome kick!"
― Lolololololol
― Love the use of "mouth technicals"!
― Is this that "traitor thing"?
― Traitor-Genome LOL
― If they don't let him off, he'd just keep trash-talking
― Our hyung really is sneaky!
― Genome kick, tea-bagging incoming LOL
― For real, tea-bagging is more important than beating Aiden
The tense atmosphere instantly relaxed. Genome snorted, moving swiftly to the next screen.
"Now, the most important part! This is the highlight. The real final boss fight, aiden! A 22 versus 1 battle—is that really possible?"
"Impossible."
Eclipse answered without a moment's hesitation. The speed of his response left Genome and chat momentarily silent.
"Wait, but didn't you do a solo clear against Aiden?"
"I had a one-on-one against Aiden. Telling someone to fight Aiden and twenty-one immortals at once, like Sir Purple, is out of the question."
Even as questions followed, Eclipse remained firm.
― That's the truth LOL
― You only see what you know
― You see the angle instantly, that's real years of experience LOL
― Exactly LOL, it's usually the clueless ones who claim they can do it
― Total copycats, right?
The viewers readily accepted this.
Genome, checking the chat, smiled.
"Exactly! That's today's key point! As expected of Sir Eclipse!"
He raised his voice cheerily, boosting the broadcast's energy.
"Not even Sir Eclipse could do it—the impossible feat that no one else managed. So just how did Purple pull it off? Aren't we all here to analyze that today?!"
― Wow, now we get to the main point?
― Main dish is here LOL
― Lol, my mouth is watering
― He showed it *could* be done, but HOW did he do it?!
― Even if you know, you can't copy it LOL
― But I just *have* to know
Genome smiled as he watched the flurry of chat messages.
"Purple's already proven himself in countless outnumbered fights. So let's skip the immortal minion strats and get straight to the heart of the matter. No matter what anyone says, this was the highlight, right?"
With his gesture, the footage rolled. There was Lee Gyeongbok deflecting Aiden's greatsword.
"No parry! No guard! Up to now, your only hope of survival against this blow was endless rolling or running non-stop. But Purple did it differently. This was a true 'Perfect Deflection!'
Proof of pure skill, not system tricks!"
Alongside his commentary, genome turned on the muted sound of the footage.
〈If it weren't for the swordsmanship I learned from Sir Eclipse and the Dragon Scale sword, I would've failed.〉
This was the line after deflecting Aiden's strike. Genome immediately turned to Eclipse.
"Purple directly mentioned his secret! Sir Eclipse, as the man himself, what do you think?"
Eclipse didn't answer right away. Folding his arms, he took a deep breath before speaking.
"In truth, I secretly tried to match Sir Purple's feat, without even my retainers knowing."
At that, genome's eyes widened in surprise. The chat's reaction was the same.
― Lol, unbelievable
― No wonder he didn't stream for a while
― Wow, this is going to be so much fun
― Don't tell me... did he succeed?
― What happened, what happened!
There was no need for Genome to push—the viewers clamored for an answer.
But Eclipse didn't rush.
"In all my battles with Aiden, I never thought to actually catch his blade. I was always just desperate to dodge his falling greatsword, thinking since parry and guard were impossible, only evasion was the answer."
"That's probably how everyone felt. I was the same."
Genome didn't force the answer. Drawing it out would increase the viewers' immersion.
"But Sir Purple was different. He faced Aiden's blade without fear. That's what I wanted. So I started by trying to *see* that sword."
"To see it? Please, elaborate."
"It wasn't just a sword strike. It was more like a building collapsing or facing a natural disaster. Not running away when you see that—they took tremendous effort."
― Makes sense, that's terrifying
― It does seem like a pillar falling on you LOL
― You never think of it that way when watching the stream, but it's true
― I didn't run away!
― Genome doesn't know the difference between 'can't' and 'don't'
― You just froze in fear, Lol
― Lol, whatever, still counts as not running away
Viewers empathized, imagining themselves in that situation.
"But eventually, I got used to it. Dying, dying again, repeating it—eventually, I survived. In the end, I realized even that sword has an 'edge.'"
"So then?"
"I also managed to cross swords with Aiden's greatsword. But I never succeeded in deflecting it."
"Could it have been a weapon difference? Purple used the unique-grade Dragon Scale sword, after all. Maybe that made the difference?"
Genome played his part, raising the question on everyone's mind.
Eclipse shook his head.
"No. Deflecting a sword is possible as long as it keeps its shape. As long as it's durable, grade doesn't matter."
As he said this, Eclipse stood and drew his sword, beckoning Genome.
Genome sensibly got up and drew his own sword.
"Will you swing your sword?"
"Hm-hm. Sure. Guys, this is just for demonstration, okay?"
― Lol, don't drop any spoilers
― We all know you'll get wrecked even if you're serious
― We can see it coming!
― Genome is hesitating...
Genome swung his sword lightly.
Eclipse effortlessly deflected the oncoming blade.
"Wow."
"Again, this time slowly."
"All right."
Genome moved the sword slower this time. Eclipse likewise crossed swords at a matching pace.
"The essence of 'deflection' is about dispersing the force that's applied. To do that, you must find the precise point and angle where the edges meet."
"Looks hard, even with a standard sword."
"Indeed. And that's not all. As the swords touch, the forces change constantly, so adjusting your force to keep balance is crucial."
― Eh?
― Teacher? You're moving too fast!
― Lol, you don't know this, do you? (I don't)
― Professor, I wield my sword like a potato, okay?!
― Hurry, pretend to be dumb! Less embarrassing that way!
― Heh, viewers aren't dumb!
― The only thing viewers can deflect is their own drool LOL
― Did we disrespect such an esteemed guest?!
Genome coughed at the chat's reaction, stopping the demonstration.
"Hm, it's extremely difficult. Just remember that. But Sir Eclipse, wasn't Aiden's sword more like a giant pillar? Can you really apply this?"
"From my experience, if you keep challenging and don't give up, it can be done."
The mood changed instantly at his words.
Genome's eyes gleamed as he asked,
"So, does that mean it's not an 'unrepeatable feat' after all?"
"No, that's not what I mean."
"Pardon?"
"When I say 'success,' I mean a stroke of luck. As long as the chance isn't zero, countless attempts can bring success. But a second time?"
Eclipse threw the question out as if asking himself, then shook his head.
"The first blow, under identical conditions, maybe. But after that? In a different situation, from a different angle, with different force—could you adapt?"
"That would... be close to impossible."
"Exactly. But what did Sir Purple do?"
Genome immediately switched the footage. There, atop the Iron Throne, Lee Gyeongbok was seen deflecting Aiden's attack again.
〈It's only hard the first time. The second time is easy.〉
Lee Gyeongbok's recorded comment served as the answer.
"That's what real skill looks like. He even blocked the last blow not with the Dragon Scale sword, but a broken longsword, didn't he? As I said, it's not about the weapon grade—Sir Purple already proved that."
― Ah! That's right! LOL
― Doesn't depend on luck or probability
― On the first try! He didn't even practice through repetition!
― Wow, this analysis is incredible
― As expected of Elden's Only Sword!
― A true 'Perfect Deflection' LOL
― Conclusion: Don't try this at home
― Is this wrestling, Lol
― Only sword! Only sword! Only sword! Only sword!
― Eclipse as teacher to the Only Sword, insane
― Such swag LOL
― This is true K-swordsmanship
― K, that annoying 'K' thing LOL
Viewers lavished praise on Purple, and also on Eclipse for his analysis.
Genome clapped, pleased with the response.
"As expected from the master swordsman, sir Eclipse! Thank you for such clear and thorough analysis. Now, I'd like to start my analysis from a slightly different angle."
At these words, not just the viewers but Eclipse too paid attention. Genome flipped the screen with a gesture.
"If you're a fan of Purple, you probably saw this broadcast. Reality recently swapped out Purple's capsule for a custom model."
The screen showed a clip of Lee Gyeongbok's capsule unboxing. It zoomed in on the processing power graph.
"Remember what I said in the last MasterDissection?"
Without waiting for an answer, genome brought up a chart showing Purple's active brain regions.
"What did I say back then? That Purple uses his brain differently from ordinary people, right? Back then, lots of people ignored me or mocked me. Go on Q-tube now, there are tons of mocking comments. Even after I deleted the most blatant ones."
― Sore loser ON!
― Our hyung tends to hold a grudge, Lol
― It really was excessive though, Lol
― Exactly LOL, probably got demonetized on Q-tube from s
― Q-tube lets flat-earthers slide, but cracks down on this?
― I'd be pissed too, Lol
― Even on Q-tube, he gets sniped
The viewers continued the jokes, but Genome puffed out his chest proudly.
"But look now! Wasn't I right?! Look at this processing capacity, way above the average! The capsule even throws up warning messages—did you know those existed?!"
He raised the tension even more.
This was for the stream, but also his true feelings.
"Take actual examples: the subscription slot pulls I gifted, making the unique-grade Dragon Scale sword—Purple always sees something we can't! Ordinary folks like us can't even see what he does!"
Eclipse nodded in agreement, and so did the chat window; everyone acknowledged it.
"It's the same this time, too. Only Purple had that kind of vision. What is it? The perfect view—'Perfect Vision'! Purple owns 'Perfect Vision.' Now, do you believe?"
― He really is a psychic LOL
― Lol, hyung inventing new phrases again
― I wish I had just one thing like that T_T
― Analysis conclusion: Purple is just being Purple
― Such a perfect summary, Lol
― Our hyung's genuineness makes this even funnier
― Is this a broadcast to vent frustration?
― Wow, maybe he does see the world differently
-(Kemalcon)
― Can't even imagine what it feels like
-????
― Huh?
― What's this?
As viewers responded, a single emote suddenly shifted the atmosphere.
― What?
― Did I see that wrong?
― Omg LOL
― Hyung! Hyung! Check the chat window!
It was because of the user ID of the one using the emote. Genome and Eclipse both noticed it.
It wasn't the emote of one of Genome's subscribers.
"Huh? What's this? Why is it here?"
Genome laughed awkwardly.
― PerfectPlay : Trha! The analysis is fun, haha
Lee Gyeongbok himself had entered the chat.
― Wait, is that really him?
― Wow, it's really him
― The analysis subject entering the chat LOL
― Lol, why are you using that emote?!
― Unexpected guest," what is this!
The viewers' excitement could not be contained at his appearance.
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