The decisive difference between named NPCs and named monsters was their health. Assuming they had the same level, the health of a named monster was 100 to 1,000 times higher than the health of a named NPC. This didn’t mean that named monsters were stronger. 

It was easy to understand considering the legends of the past generations were NPCs. Named NPCs polished their ‘technique’ and they were skilled in defense, evasion, and counter-attacking through the application of technique. They fully realized that their health was limited and they were careful in battle. 

On the other hand, named monsters were extremely reluctant to waste time on passive actions. Named monsters focused on attacking and crushing the target instead of consuming their strength on defense, evasion, and counter-attacks. They believed in their innate physical ability (health) and fought more aggressively. 

This was a difference in combat style. It wasn’t easy to tell which was superior between named NPCs and named monsters. Both were tough opponents for players, but Grid was the exception. He possessed a powerful attack and was more comfortable...