A different World has problems too.
You know when sometimes you do things without thinking it through?
Well, I try to avoid that, in fear of making stupid mistakes through rush decisions.
But I will not take back my resolution.
Simply spend my hours with the sole goal in mind of saving a land, isn't my goal nor my plan. But inevitably I will reach a point where my power will be enough to influence the World. Both figuratively and literally. Admittedly, I have a tad too in the way of advantages. Yet the full scope of my future capabilities escapes my fully grasp. Even considering the likes of 10th Tier Magic in a World outside of the confines of virtual reality.... is unsettling, yet interesting at the same time.
The original plan is to travel around Eden, as the System Log helpfully provided.
Among other things, such as the reveal that Akasha-chan did play a part in my appearance in this specific interpretation of Danmachi. Taking into account, the "operation" that the System underwent to find the specific destination in the Space-Time continuum....I have a funny feeling.
My gratitude doesn't diminish! Not in the very least.
However, there is a weird gnawing sensation in the pits of my stomach that her decision will bring some... headaches along my way.
'Weird...', shaking my head, I focused on the subject at hand.
My aim is to enjoy this second change-preferably peacefully.
Certainly, a rather selfish desire. But that isn't the only plan. As said before I do want to change the World in a better way. Without taking this new opportunity into account, Rose did confirm that my prowess could surpass the Gods, through the existence of my two skills, by their very essence. Depictions of the power my avatars held. The latter of which easily killed virtual opponents who regarded themselves Deities, Elder Abominations, Dragons...really the list can go on for miles.
'Quite unnerving.'
Thus, not utilizing the power I could potentially reach is quite dumb. In simple terms.
'Why do I not simply do everything in my power to help other from the get-go?'
Why should I? The world does not simply require me to solve all its problems. It already has a 'hero' that is fated to do so. Also, because I have enough power, that doesn't simply equate to me sacrificing myself for the world's betterment.
Yes, I plan to "help" the future of this land, when I know for a fact I have enough power!
Sure, I can make good deeds, but simply doing things because it is right is not a concept I can readily agree on.
Helping a child in need if such a chance is given to me is only natural. But trying to "change" someone that wants to harm me for his own reasons is simply stupid. Certainly, it isn't going to be pleasant killing another human, of that I am sure of. But if someone comes to me with the intent to kill and I defeat him or her, what makes the perpetrator unable to attack another victim that is weaker? Nothing!
A person can't have a change of heart in a simple instant. It happens overtime. Not because someone spouts some speech that illuminates how wrong their choices are!
Fiction would like to create the allusion of how straightforward it'd be for a hero to alter an "evil" to the side of justice.
Despite how this particular World had a standing as a fictious show, holding that belief would be foolhardy.
Here I can breathe, bleed and die. I do not have a respawn point. A fact somewhat morbidly curious insomuch as the core of [Undying will]. My main worry is surviving so I will meet my brother and then enjoy my life. Not simply trying to play hero!
[Now, now~. No sense in brooding Akira. I believe that there is something that can interest you!]
Shifting my attention to Rose I hear what she observed while I was pondering.
To say the news took me by surprise would be an understatement!
In Yggdrasil except Job Levels that dictate the direction of your character, there are also Racial Levels that determine the race you would play as. Of course, each race has an evolution such as the undead had the [Overlord] at the pinnacle. All had their own strength and weaknesses, with unique skills to offer.
While an angel I utilized a Racial Ability named [Aura of Heaven] with five levels of upscaling power. Despite the cheesy name it was quite useful. [Aura of Heaven I], offered a miniscule boost to my allies' status. Further levels of the skill offered better result to Plyers with good Karma. I had unlocked 3 of the 5 ranks the skill possessed with the latter providing additional effects.
Since "I" later turned to a fallen angel, different racial skills were acquired. Chief amongst them [Aura of The Primal Beast I-V], that had the result of inducing Status effects on my enemies and posing a decrease to their Status, which replaced my [Aura of Heaven].
But to that little goblin I used both...
[The skills you subconsciously used were of the same rank, which was the first. But the [Aura of The Primal Beast] was more effective.]
'Probably because this Avatar was level 100 fallen angel, while I was an angel till level 65.'
Which creates the point that the skills [Hellel The First Star] and [The Prime Evil], were at work, since I did not use either of these abilities. It could also mean that different spells such as [Armageddon-Evil], a 10th-rank spell that I unlocked by playing as fallen, would be hidden behind the latter skill, since if I could use all the spells till the third tier my Avatars "learned", in the list [Summon Demon 1st] should be included.
On the contrary it isn't which does lay some foundation for my theory.
Specifically, since a first-tier spell such as [Odourless] and [Create Water] were included on the list.
Spells that I discarded in lieu of obtaining different and more practical ones. A practice I followed even during my tenure as a Fallen because there was a limit to the number of Spells one could own.
However, it isn't as simple as choosing the most destructive and more liked ones. Not at all. In Yggdrasil the most powerful Magics had many requirements. Whether it be certain classes, races and even knowledge of certain spells.
For example, a Player couldn't learn [Armageddon-Evil] without possessing at least a summoning spell for ranks one through nine. In the same vein, employing the fifth [Dragon Lightning] without having the third tier [Lightning].
Additional restrictions on Spells expand upon specific Races, particular Job Classes, a certain number of spells included in a Magician's repertoire, a combination of the three above and so on.
Yet I can now use them since I have the "memories" and subsequent knowledge to cast them both first tier spells. I am not like my brother that had the time and learned 734 spells! I had to make room for others...
[Since you do not possess the knowledge to cast them, that confirms your suspicion that some spells and abilities are tied to those two skills. The [Mage] probably provides spells that did not require to be unlocked by becoming a specific race. Though if you level it from E to S more spells will definitely be unlocked so keep trying Akira~! Never forget that if you want someone to speak to, I am here!]
'Yes, and thank you Rose, just organizing my thoughts.'
[But of course~.]
Nodding my head and confirming no red spots appeared on my mini-map, I continue the length of the river after I picked the last magic core.
'Rose could I exchange the magic cores for points in the system?'
[Certainly. Do you wish to proceed? You will lose the three cores.]
'Yes, please.'
[You got thirty points. And a new Quest was created after the death of the goblin and your inner thoughts, but I didn't want to disturb you~!]
Humming I check the Quest only for my eyes to widen
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*ping*
For A Better WORLD
-Break the limits of falna and exceed level 10
-Make changes and create laws to protect the rights of all races
-Acquire the support of at least three Gods or Goddesses with powerful divinities
-Become a member of the Divine Council
-Defeat at least three ???
-Conquer or defeat ????
-?????
Rewards: 1 billion shop points, The Equipment you owned as Luci*fer, Unlock the ability to surpass level 100, 1 [Divinity] and three {World Transfer Tickets}
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Well, that is certainly one hell of a quest alright....
Though the {World Transfer Tickets} picked my interest. See despite the fact I have the right to transfer worlds I also possess two of the tickets in my inventory.
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[{World Transfer Tickets} (-)
The opportunity to travel at any point in time, at any place in a new World of the user's choice. The user does not lose his powers, abilities and equipment as long as the World is similar to the he inhabits.
The World is a whole new universe or multiverse and not a realm of the current presiding universe. If the user manages to leave through one to another world, by using another one he can transfer "to the point just after his first use of the ticket", making practically no time pass.
One use item]
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When I asked Rose about them, she said that to acquire one through a quest, one must not only possess the "privilege" to transfer Worlds, but also complete an impossibly powerful task depending on the World. Even then only one ticket would be awarded, but to get an outrageous Quest that not gives me other rewards but these too!
My gaming instincts are tingling with anticipation!
Shaking my head to cleat my thoughts I continue my walk through the woods while scrolling the system shop and acquiring a sandwich and a pouch of water in case of hunger and thirst, if I stopped following the river.
Life is good!
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"So where do you think that variant Ogre fled to Beard Cutter?", asked a stout dwarf with a long beard that is tied in multiple sections. His outfit is compromised by unusually eastern style clothing and he wears what seems to resemble a type of cuirass a -type of personal armor on the front of the torso-on his waist. He carries a steel hand axe with him.
"Judging by the fact he already encountered two goblin patrols, the only logical is in the ruins of Thorolund. It is the most logical location capable of housing multiple goblins. Also they can make different ambushes throughout the city and the surrounding forest. I believe an attack at the dawn would be optimal but since the goblins follow an Ogre? At least I think that was its species. Haste would be best.", replied without emotion a man
He was equipped in grubby leather armor with chain mail underneath paired with a helmet that covers his head entirely in protective metal. Through the slit of his helmet, one would notice blood red eyes shining. He has many pouches containing potions, throwing knifes, rope, scrolls and any other "necessity".
"You think?! One would pay more attention to the variant monster than the goblins Orcbolg!", came the immediate response of a female High Elf.
She is a slender and tall elf with green hair that is long in the back and short in front, with two braids at the side. She has long ears that confirm her status as a High Elf. A green sleeveless archer corset adorns her frame, with shorts, a pair of uneven black gloves, knee high boots, and a hood. She is quite beautiful, while also possessing an innocence despite the darker aspects of the world she has experienced. A long carved wooden bow, appears to be her main weapon. A secondary short-bow can be seen carried with her.
"W-well maybe since the Ogre was leading a horde of goblins, it would be better to track them down?", a squeaky voice trying to defend the armored adventurer sounded.
She is a young woman with long blond hair and blue eyes. She wears white robes over blue garbs, both laced with golden outlines and wielding a golden-colored staff decorated with blue jewels. Her whole appearance screams "cute" while her eyes reveal an innocence that is hard to find.
"Kiyoko is right Tuka. Has Lord Zahei ever led us astray to our endeavors. I am certain that he knows quite well the clues we must follow!" came a boisterous voice from the last member of this adventurer's team.
He is a lizard-man with green scales to the length of his arms, legs and face-mainly his cheekbones and ears. He is the tallest of the group and with a powerful voice and a towering stature that creates an intimidating visage. He has white marks across his cheek. He wears what is presumed to be a traditional ceremonial garb with a chest guard.
"Yeha, Balrom and Kiyoko are right. After all, by following the minions, we will find the boss ya know?", replied the dwarf to the increasingly annoyed High Elf named Tuka.
"Oh, shut it Zoltan!", came the accusatory voice of Tuka while pointing a delicate gloved finger to the dwarf, "You were the one who started this discussion in the first place!"
"But of course, long ears! I itch at the chance of getting back at that monster! ", preening he continued, "Of course someone who stays behind her comrades can not understand the will of a warrior~"
"Y-you...! You just are an earth mage so do not talk like you are a genuine fighter, you short stack! "
"HUH! And why do you think I carry an Ax for decoration?!"
"Most likely! You never use it anyway!"
"P-please calm down everyone and do not start fighting!", came the voice of the Kiyoko trying to prevent the coming argument.
Balrom simply lets a sigh out knowing the futility of her efforts. While Tuka and Zoltan can work amicably together when they go on missions, the main point that creates their usual arguments is their race.
In the land of Eden there are many races. Humans make a great majority of the populace. The next are Demi-Humans. They have many similarities with the previous group, like Cat People who have cat ears and tails, Chienthropes who possess dog ears and a tail.Boaz are a Demi Human race of boar people. Renards a race that have fox ears and a tail. Lizardmen who are covered in scales in specific parts of their bodies and a tail.
A rather obvious advantage Demi-humans have, lay in their animal parts. Those give them additional abilities. For example, Cat People have night vision and Chienthropes a great sense of hearing, some like enhanced senses or in more rare cases-like the Renards-a form of rare magic!
The reason why humans are taking a majority is because they are considered the race with the most fertility rate and some like the Boaz create nomadic tribes. Thus, creating quite the tough circumstances for tribes to prosper. Another factor is the fact humans can procreate with other races and the offspring would usually become the same race as the Demi-Human parent on rare occasions, or-more commonly-become Half the race of the previous mentioned parent. However, they possess "half" the advantages of their Demi-Human parent-provided those could be put into numbers- with the added bonus of not obtaining any disadvantage the parent's race might have.
Among the group of Demi-Human races, there exist Dwarves and Elves. Those two particular races had a sort of rivalry from time immemorial.
The main point of the "conflict" is the fact, the capital of the Dwarves is located in the harsh North of Eden, in the Iron Hills.
Life was very hard, since natural resources were quite spare. There were point in time the race faced the possibility of extinction. The very reason why they did not migrate or ask for help was, the council at the time argued about the importance of "pride". Considering how their race were among the best of craftsmen in the world, they should not have to lower their head and instead seek their own solutions.
An intriguing discovery was made in the future Iron Hills, which after centuries would be called Aedor Tor. At the very depths existed a myriad of mines!
Thus, they capitalized on the opportunity to claim them. Creating strongholds and even an Underground City in order to house the whole populace. Of course, some of the council members who disproved of such arrogance and short-sightedness, took their families and any Dwarves that were either loyal to them or simply wanted to leave the harsh North and migrated to different cities with the more ambitious founding a small community to the city of Orario.
The social structure is relied on the council in which the families with the strongest influence on different fields are designed as Nobles and members of the convocation. Of course, lesser nobles do exist but are-undeniably-not as powerful as the Counsellors. Some of those fields being Blacksmithing, Military, Economy and Trade.
On the other hand, Elves who reside beyond the western forest in uncharitable locations, are surrounded by greenery with ample supplies of raw materials and rich soil. Yet not only did they kill any who trespass their grounds, including even simple hunters that looked for game, but imposed a Law to justify their actions.
Naturally there exist elven communities to other forests but their "homeland" would be the alpha mentioned location since it houses the sacred tree.
While, yes, many intruders do have sinister intentions by invading Elven grounds, to reach a conclusion based on unreliable evidence due to the actions of few is highly short-sighted. Although driven by humble intentions to protect their home, the measures are quite "direct".
The Elves years after the foundation of their land have amassed a "pride" as the ones deserving the most respect since they share many similarities with Spirits.
Spirits are said to be the children the Gods loved the most. They are strong magic users and can even use magic better than Elves. Like Gods, Spirits can't have children. There are different types of Spirits such as Salamander, Gnome, Sylph just to name a few.
In view of their pride, Elves think that they are just under the Spirits, who are just under the Gods. A hierarchy that concludes on their racial superiority over other species. A pride that breeds arrogance, in which they look upon others as "lower species".
Of course, the ones with the most arrogance are the High Elves, who are considered royalty. A higher state of mere Elves and those with the undeniably right of leading their Race.
Their King is usually one of the Noble Houses which have been founded after the death of the first Elven Queen. A mythical figure regarded as the strongest at the time. Postliminary of her unfortunate demise, only Kings were allowed to lead their species. The King must also be the most distinguished of his people in power.
There are at least ten major nobles at any given time, of which the head of the most powerful and renown becomes king.
The lesser noble families are few. All noble families are comprised of only High Elves, subsequently indicating that only them retain the higher social positions.
The Elves create the main military power, servants of nobles and caretakers of the sacred tree. Elves themselves cannot become nobles since their blood does not possess the same purity as that of the High Elves. A detail all nobles do whatever in their power to maintain for their progeny.
The sacred tree is an artifact that provides with nature energy, nurturing the surrounding forest, fruits and rare herbs. Moreover, it fosters the Elven race itself by increasing their magic reserves (to a point), health, provides items for harvest to create better staffs and improves their fertility rate. Said virility being a major problem for them unlike the Dwarves.
Of course, like the dwarves, some elves and few High elves have decided to leave a more liberating environments that does not condone such a social discord to their people, leaving their "capital" and migrating to different forests and the Labyrinth City of Orario.
The "fight" is due to both sides. Their leaders carry pride which can trample everything and instead of retaining some flexibility, they stay adamant in their ideals, subsequently classing on similar ideals. Additionally, the elves had a better location to ensure their continuance as a race. A factor the Dwarves envy and the Elves lord over them.
Orario is considered the most important city in the world, since it has the Dungeon which adventurers can challenge and collect monster cores and monster parts. Important materials used in the construction of different items from a simple lantern that decorates the streets to the best of equipment. Naturally by a myriad of adventurers challenging the dungeon, they become stronger constituting in Orario to become a hub of the strongest individuals and Familias.
Although exceptions exist, such in the case of Tuka and Zoltan. Both hail from families that left their respective capitals, but the misconception that Elves and Dwarves must hate each other still stayed.
"Hmm...", humming Zahei observed the position of the sun and after inspecting a map of the area, he announced to his companions, "We will have to find a cave to spend the night. Finding refuge at night is a prime opportunity to be ambushed. We'll wake before dawn and then proceed to Thorolund."
Stopping the argument, all eyes fall on him and after the group showed support on their leader's decision, they tried to find a cavern.
"Hm...?"
stopping in his tracks Balrom used his acute senses to smell the air. Only to narrow his eyes before he blinks in surprise
"Someone lit a fire nearby?"
"Who would happen to be here a hunter?", asked Tuka with a frown only to be immediately rebutted by Zoltan, who strokes his beard
"Can't be. This is too far in the Western Forest for a Hunter to appear and make camp."
"Could it be more goblins?", proposed Kiyoko
"Unlikely. If it is, they must have a mage among their ranks and even then, the need for a fire is nullified by the fact they could return to their base."
"Then could it be a person?!", an incredulous thought was expressed by Tuka unconsciously.
"Only one way to find out."
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~At the same time~
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Humming Akira watched as a rabbit, which was perfectly prepared and skinned, is being cooked in a bonfire he made.
'So, my [Lightning], a 3rd tier spell works without much of a drain on my reserves. While it did not have great damage in Yggdrassil ,here even Hobgoblins I happened to encounter did not survive. If they survived, they would get paralyzed and then easily dealt with afterwards....'
After his initial fight Akira did not have many reservations about combat. A proud display of the sheer ability of [Gamer's Mind], while Akira's adaptability deserves a degree of praise.
Any red dot Rose he picked up would become a monster core shortly thereafter, with goblins having a value of 10 shop point and Hobgoblins 30. He managed to hit a rabbit by using they 1st tier spell [Magic Arrow], procuring food and after he hunted a second one to see its remains only yielding 1 sp(shop point), he continued walking the length of the river, sometimes diverting in his path into the forest to "farm" monster cores.
After more than 5 hours of walking he happened about a cave. A brief investigation later to conclude no unpleasant surprises within, led the Transmigrator cooking his diner
'Also, good think I had [Temperature change] and even took a bath to rid of all this grime.'
[Indeed, and your experiments were proven more successful than anticipated, wouldn't you say!], a brief blush overtook Rose's features at the mention of him bathing.
Nodding his head Akira brought out his right-hand and whispered "[Create Water]".
A blob of water manifested to his outstretched limb, enough to fill a small basin, lazily floating over his palm.
Then concentrating he used the spell [Temperature change], utilizing its function to make the blob boiling hot and change it to near zero decrees in moments.
'Yep. I love finding loopholes~'
Normally a spell used in Yggdrasil would not change its function unless you used a modifier like [Delay Magic]. In this case the spell [Create Water] would create a small river of water to flow.
What I am doing is supposed to be "impossible". Yet no negative reaction accompanied my actions. Instead, it felt almost natural.
A discovery that could lead to some very important conclusions on the capacity of my magical repertory and the ways it could be influenced.
An attempt to make a [Fireball]change direction was also successful with much difficulty and many failed trials.
Meanwhile, if a person wants to level their Status, they would have to defeat monsters, train, fight others to gain Excellia and then they would have to ask the god of their Familia in order for the status to be updated. If they reached a stat in D rank or a value of over 500 to level up! However, if he or she don't update their Status, where does that experience go? Well, the body or better the Falna stores it until the ceremony and the person updates their status.
However, my stats automatically update!
Though a question I asked Rose is if there is a stat limit? Unfortunately, she isn't too certain about the subject.
The commonly limit of the stats was S or 999, though Bell was able to go beyond that because of his skills. But a certain memory surfaced on the forefront of my mind.
Bell fought in the Dungeon monsters on the lower spectrum of level 2 with his agility and knife, yet he fought a Minotaur and during the fight the spell he learned and used for the whole total of- approximately-under ten times granted him, after the mentioned fight, a Magic stat of 999?! When he didn't use any other Spell to boost that specific stat?!
Sure [Liaris Freese] increases the speed of Bell's growth as long as his feelings last. As a side effect, it makes him immune to charms. A skill that is quite fitting for rapid growth, but that made an epiphany to appear in my mind. Bell was one of the only people capable of firing-after he read a grimoire """accidentally""""-a spell with one word, while to most mages a chant has to be used and to top adventurers of the 6 level such as the member of the Loki Familia, Riveria Ljos Alf is considered the best mage. Yet she still requires a short chant to cast a spell...
This epiphany had me trying a rather strenuous for my reserves exercise. Basically, I spammed spells left and right on monsters and even in the woods or river. I even hit myself
-Which I did, only to be scolded by Rose about taking care of myself and not do stupid things....
I apologized of course for worrying her-
and casted after a lot of effort [Light Healing] a 1st tier divine spell. Apparently, I have to spend more time learning spells that are behind my two skills since I am not of the angel or fallen counterpart. During my attempts to channel one of the two to change my race I almost lost one life....
The pain was excruciating. I felt ready to burst by the sudden influx of pure Power...
I stopped as soon as the problems arose since there was no reason to gamble with my life. No matter the effects of [Undying Will], there was no reason to follow through with my experiments currently.
Although I had to console Rose since she did not know what would happen if I changed races.
'It hasn't lost its novelty.', I thought highly amused by my lack of reaction to such a weird fact of my new existence.
Silly girl was not accountable to actions she didn't know the results of and choices I made after consulting with her!
A huff in my subconsciousness made a small smile appear.
I also experimenting a little bit with mana to see if I could create new spells or make something fundamental unalike to the magical system of Yggdrassil.
Unfortunately, new spells are beyond me-currently. At the very least I was able to get a very basic [Reinforcement] to "work". That is if anyone counts the ability to harden my muscles to a point where they can easily snap with the least of efforts, a success to quite a versatile power, which-as the name suggests-can reinforce either an object or in this case the user.
Channeling more mana has more pros than cons good since I cannot actually measure the necessary amount to make it work without overcharging my body. At least my natural regeneration is pretty good!
Nevertheless, I utilized any useful and non-flashy spells I could with my reserves and regeneration of Mp-which is abysmal at the moment-, fought all the monsters I could and did not take a break till now. The reason would be my Endurance stat which managed to upgrade through physical exhaustion, unless I willingly take damage.
After taking down 34 goblins and 10 Hobs I managed to procure enough point to buy a bag that has some essentials. Like pouches of waters, a bag to hold materials, some rations, a hunting knife and a guide to skin animals.
Again, thank Akasha for [Gamer's mind]!
'I'll never look at a rabbit the same way...'
[Poor rabbit. To lose his life valiantly trying to escape the stomach of a hungry beast! Oh, Akira how could you~!]
'Not helping Rose!', I thought, huffing in annoyance.
[Revenge for teasing is always sweet Akira~.]
In the end her cheeky attempt did gain a chuckle out both of us.
'Feisty but I'll not back down!'
Understanding the stupidity of getting a water bottle in a fantasy world where I can create water and my desire of hiding my ability to use magic, the choice was clear.
Plus I hope to pass the picture of a new hopeful adventurer with a tough past. No reason to create suspicion and like that I can get people to underestimate me and not be on guard~
Also, I can buy text books or skills books for 100 sp in the shop, but all were mundane abilities that I could learn if someone showed me, but the skinning was an absolute.
Moreover, I have stashed some monster cores to my bag as not to ruin the picture of an adventurer. Even if some might question the lack of Familia, it is a necessary risk so as to show my "talent".
A silent scoff, my attention was directed to the ethereal screen before me.
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Name: Akira Satoru
New Possibilities: Lucifer, Hellel
Race:[Human]{✔}-[Fallen Angel]-[Angel]
Level:1
-STRENGTH:100(H)-------->600(C)
-ENDURANCE:100(H)------>560(D)
-DEXTERITY:100(H)-------->480(E)
-AGILITY:100(H)------------>630(C)
-MAGIC:200(G)------------->835(A)
SKILLS: THE ONE WHO HAS THE FAVOR OF AKASHA(-),HELLEL THE FIRST STAR[EX],THE PRIME EVIL(EX),
MAGIC:MAGE(E)
DEVELOPMENT ABILITIES:UNYIELDING WILL(C)
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And considering a group of grey dots are approaching my location I say it would be a good chance for a fight. Well, who would hurt a defenseless 15-year-old~?
And if they are going to try that 15-year-old could summon lighting or a supercharge a fire ball, by using more mana than necessary and surprise them~
So, while checking things with Rose when they get five meters before my location, I simply relax and continue cooking the rabbit, while my back is facing the cave.
Seeing one dot silently moving towards me, I nod my head inwardly since it would be pretty stupid to go face first to fight.
'So that must be their parties' scout'
After observing in my mini-map how the scout's dot starts becoming dinner I understand they either entered stealth or used a skill to hide their presence. But since I already knew through [Map] about their location, it couldn't be a strong ability.
Unperturbed after a minute of waiting for the scout to do anything I continue undisturbed my actions.
Another three minutes and the dot at the corner of my vision left their place and met with the others.
Hearing the rustling of the leaves only enforced my conclusion. Rose herself adding any noteworthy action only confirming my suspicion.
A pity. I wanted to mess with them, but my logical side overtook any sly ideas on teasing strangers.
[You know], said Rose exasperatedly [someone else would be more alarmed in your place]
'True but I really want to mess with them! Plus, I do have several advantages over anyone, but I am always in guard. Do not worry Rose and thank you for your concern~'
[Fufuu..Getting cheeky, are we~?]
'Always~'
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After a minute all the dots started approaching me.
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Three minutes later I lift my head to see who have appeared.
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To say I am thankful that [Gamer's Mind] was on would be an understatement since
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'WHAT THE HELL IS GOBLIN SLAYER DOING HERE?!!!!'
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Aedor Tor means iron gold hills in dwarven.
Monster cores equal magic cores.
Rose possesses the same knowledge as Akira with exception the knowledge provided by Akasha for the system.
Undying Will is another name of Unyielding Will. The very same skill expressed through different titles.