Shit
Ashton took a heavy seat on the cold cave floor, as he laid back to rest his tired bones for a moment.
" Ashton, you're passing this regardless of your final score. I'm going to need to report the over abundance of goblins in this dungeon to Belross as this is out of expectations. I have no idea what the boss could be now as this definitely had a higher difficulty than was reported. "
" Okay so where is the treasure, and the boss? I killed well over a hundred goblins in this room alone. "
" I figure the dungeon will spawn the treasure after defeating the boss. As for its location I'd guess that way. "
Following Kody's finger it pointed to the only other tunnel down here besides the one they came through.
" Hey, Instructor. If this place has a higher difficulty now, how do we know the boss is that way and not more monsters? "
Kayman spoke as he fiddled with thumbs.
" We don't kid. "
" I can't smell anything over all the blood in here, so no early detection from me. More bad news after that fight I don't feel energised enough to maintain my other form for very long. "
" Do you need rest? We can stop here for at least a little while. Also do you feel stronger now after that fight, tiredness aside? "
Ashtons body was already slumped over supported by his elbows only as Kody spoke to him.
" No, I can go on. I just need a moment to get back up. As for feeling stronger I do feel a little different, but I'm not sure how. Let me check"
Name: Ashton Silverfoot
Race: Magic Accursed
Soul: Cursed Beast (1)
Strength: 32
Finesse: 30
Vitality: 40
Intelligence: 33
Abilities:
Bone Claws: Form claws of bone around your hand/claw Increases Strength
Life Steal: Restore your wounds with the blood of your enemies
Bottomless Gluttons Stomach: You can eat, and consume anything that can fit in your mouth.
Crimson Aura: Your cultivation taken physical form. Grant's you protection and enhances you slightly at this stage
Lust: All of your desires are greatly enhanced and they can consume your better judgement
Army of one: When fighting alone, you gain a temp. Boost of 5% to all stats.
Magic:
Demonic-
Spells:
Rage of Wrath- Enter a euphoric state of unending anger, allowing you to ignore all pain until the spell ends. ( Time = Int* 1 second(s) )
Rest of Sloth- Gives your body an instantaneous rest of 2 hours preventing tiredness and restoring your body As if 2 hours of natural healing had occurred. ( useable once a day)
Pride of the Great wolf- Emit a wave of terror forcing lesser beings to thier knees. ( stun = disparity in strength x .5 seconds)
Transformed
Demonic Cursed Beast
Strength: 53
Finesse: 50
Vitality: 67
Abilities:
Bone Claws: Forms an armor of bones around your claws, leading up to your elbows. Effective against first step and lower attacks
Life Steal: Restore your wounds with the blood of your enemies
Bottomless Gluttons Stomach: You can eat, and consume anything that can fit in your mouth. Eating while in this form will grant a small regeniterave buff.
Crimson Aura: Your cultivation taken physical form. Grant's you protection and enhances you slightly at this stage. In this form your aura causes you to absorb yourself in battle increasing your comprehension in battle.
Blood Lust: boosts Perception to the max when activated
Lust: All of your desires are greatly enhanced and they can consume your better judgement
" Looks like I got stronger, I gained a new ability for fighting alone, and while in my beast form two of my abilities got better. "
" Good, As soon as you cultivate seriously you're going to be a force to be reckoned with. Now that you've had a moment let's go. "
Ashton pulled himself up, dusted off his clothes a bit, and started walking towards the other tunnel. While walking the three had to make a very conscious effort to not step on, or in any of the many bodies splayed all around.
The tunnel itself was dark, and damp much like the rest. The entrance however, was covered by a thick red tarp that Kayman opened and held for the other two. Upon entering the decor had a massive shift as torches made of various bones lit the walkway leading further in.
" The boss likes light I guess? "
Kayman spoke with a doubtful tone as he led the way. After walking for a few minutes the tunnel opened to show a wide cavern once again. Like before the area was filled with tents, not as many as the previous area, only four of five tents were here. Discovering this the group crouched and decided to gather information before continuing. There were no creatures walking around, similar to the previous area which only held a few guards prior to Ashtons barging in.
" It must be night for them, No guards since the previous goblins would have warned them of intruders. After what Ash had done in the last room, I would think some kind of a warning would have made its way here. "
With a quiet voice Kayman expressed his thoughts.
" That would make sense. Unless the punishment for intruding here was worse than dying at my hands. Or they were too enraged at what I did to think right. They didn't seem very smart. "
" They arnt which is what makes this whole thing even stranger, why are there so many goblins, and why is there a second settlement, and why does the tunnel continue over there? The boss should have been in here. "
Kody spoke in a hushed tone sharing his thoughts as well.
" We're not going to get anything done sitting here and talking about it. Kayman go scout and see if they are sleeping, and what they are. "
Ashton commanded as he nudged Kayman on.
" What do you mean me? None of my skills included stealth. You're a better pick what with your enhanced senses, I can't even see that well in here without a torch! "
" After you failed to help me in the last area, you need to earn your keep as well. Go "
Kayman's fists shook with anger, as he spoke his voice began to rise.
" You're not in charge here Ashton. You can't just boss me around because of what happened. "
Ashton, similarly reacting in anger, spoke as well.
" Quit being difficult, and just do it coward "
Kayman couldn't take the abuse anymore, and swung his fist only to be caught at the wrist by Kody.
" Both of you quit acting like children, and remember where you are! Ashton you can see in the dark, hear heart beats and pick out distinctive scents. Go scout the area. Kayman he may not be in charge technically, but he is out performing you in every way. He has the right to act arrogant when you've shown nothing but a couple punches and weakness. Be on standby to back him up if needed and quit being a little shit. "
With that both the boys cooled off a bit and traveled down the path to the tents.
' I'm going to fuck him up as soon as were out of here '
The thought rang through both their heads as they walked together. Still crouched Ash moved ahead toward the tents. Right away he knew that these were not the tent of the goblins from before. The scent was goblin adjacent but not quite. Poking his head into a tent he could see a large goblin, laying upon a bed of hay, and a quilt. The big goblin was similar to the smaller one, but less abrasive looking. It had correctly proportioned limbs, and only two sharp teeth stuck out from it's bottom jaw.
Ashton moved to the sleeping thing, changed his hand to a claw and swiped across the beings throat swiftly ending it's life. That was what Ash had expected, however the moment Ash swung his arm to end it's life. The goblins eyes shot open, and with a swift roll Ashton's claws hardly nicked his neck, and tore his bed asunder.
' SHIT '