Back at the camp, Gauss shared his arrangements with his companions. This commission wasn't mandatory; if anyone didn't want to make the trek, a portion of the team could stay behind at the frontlines. However, almost everyone chose to follow, even the members who had just joined the team a few days ago. They had chosen the Red Dragon Team because of Gauss's sterling reputation. This was especially true recently, after they had experienced the boost in combat power that came with joining the team.
Do not underestimate this team buff. It effectively increased survival rates and post-battle growth. The simplest reason behind this could be summarized in one sentence: with this buff, you could defeat an enemy you previously couldn't. Winning against stronger opponents often brought massive benefits on a Profession level.
