Chapter 5: The final trial
Examining his system interface, Ares took note of his progress:
System Interface:
Name: Sword Sovereign
Level: 8
Health: 1400/1400
Class: None
Occupation: None
Attributes:
Strength: 28, Intelligence: 24, Agility: 26, Vitality: 26
Wisdom: 8, Charisma: 7, Luck: 10
Comprehension: Infinity (related to sword)
Free Attribute Points: 40
Free Skill Points: 16
Skills and Abilities:
Skills: Passive/Active/Divine
Passive: Sword Mastery
Active: Heavenly Slash
Abilities: Innate/Blessed/Gained
Innate: Sword Heart
Gained: Sword Aura
Affinities: None
Intents: Pseudo Sword Intent
Martial Soul: Unawakened
Contract Beast: None
Inheritance: None
Bloodlines: None
Physiques: ????? Unawakened
Equipment: Beginner's clothes and shoes, Heaven Cleaver
With his pseudo sword intent and a clearer path forward, Ares prepared himself mentally and physically for the next trial, eager to continue his journey and unlock the full potential of his sword and his own abilities.
Ares stepped bravely into the next trial, the ground trembled beneath his feet and suddenly, a system chime echoed with a Ding, announcing the start of the challenge that lay ahead:
Ding! [Third Trial: Defeat the Left Behind Will of Lord Krishna with sealed Martial Soul].
[ Lord Krishna]
Level: 10
HP: ?????
Attack??
Ability??
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Ares couldn't find anything from the figures standing Infront of him, His attempt to gather information proved futile, all he got were a bunch of question marks which signified that there was a major gap in their power level. as He faced his opponent, a singular figure of awe-inspiring power, a surge of reverence overwhelmed him. It was as if the mere sight of this legendary being compelled Ares to kneel and worship.
Just as Ares was lost in his thoughts, Lord Krishna's voice resounded, filled with ancient wisdom and anticipation. "Kid, you are the first in countless billions of years, spanning both past and present eras, to venture this far. I hope you do not disappoint us, for the light faction seeks a worthy successor to carry the legacy of mythology. Should you fail, the world will face inevitable doom when the dark forces unleash their invasion. Show me what you're made of, for I can see the promise of a formidable swordsman within you. If you can make me budge even a step, I shall deem you worthy of passing."
A surge of anger coursed through Ares as he realized that he was just an ant infront of this figure. h "Very well, but don't blame me when I leave you battered and bruised," he retorted, his determination fueling his every word.
"I'm coming for you!"
With a swift motion, Ares unleashed his sword skill, Heaven Cleaver, amplified by a dazzling sword aura. A thunderous boom echoed through the arena as the attack struck, but to his dismay, it had no effect on Lord Krishna. Undeterred, Ares employed every technique at his disposal, unleashing his new sword intent from multiple angles—hidden, unpredictable, and relentless. However, try as he might, he couldn't make Lord Krishna waver. In response to his fruitless efforts, Lord Krishna's voice resonated once again, teasingly asking, "Child, is this truly the extent of your power?"
Ares paused, the weight of the moment settling upon him. Determined not to falter, he closed his eyes, seeking a deeper connection with his sword. As he did, an extraordinary phenomenon occurred. Ares could feel the pulsating rhythm of his heart aligning with the vibrations of his blade, merging in perfect harmony. His eyes, now sharp as the edge of a blade, flickered open. He tapped into the depths of his being, unlocking the true potential of his Sword Intent. Every ounce of mana surged within him as he channeled his sword intent and unleashed his ultimate technique with unbridled might as he chanted "With a sword in my hand, I can slash apart the heavens!" he unleashed his powerful skill "Heavenly Slash".
At this moment he felt he broke through some kind of barrier and felt something akin to a seal lift from his soul.
Swishhhhh!....
The air crackled with immense power as Ares' attack struck Lord Krishna, taken aback by Ares' unexpected awakening of sword intent in the final moments, he was forced to take a step back, a look of genuine surprise gracing his face. He smiled warmly and congratulated Ares, his voice filled with admiration, "Congratulations, little friend. I shall eagerly await your further endeavors."
After which, Lord Krishna produced a radiant, mirror-like item that seemed to possess a life of its own. The item shot through the air, producing a radiant and swift glow; it was so fast that Ares' couldn't even move his body before it arrived Infront of him and directly collided with his body but the expected impact never came as the item disappeared into his body and began to merge with him. The merging process was swift and unstoppable, overwhelming Ares with a surge of otherworldly power. As the dazzling radiance faded, Ares found himself falling to the ground, his back making contact with the earth. The ground quivered beneath him, Breathless from the ordeal, Ares cautiously assessed his surroundings. His heart raced with anticipation as he checked his interface, which illuminated with a cascade of notifications:
Ding! [Congratulations!! YOU HAVE awakened the genuine Sword Intent.]
Ding! [Congratulations!! You have cleared the trial and have been granted the Mythological interface.]
Ding! [You have leveled up to level 10.]
Ding! [To increase your level beyond 10, players must awaken their Martial Soul and lift the level cap restriction.]
Eagerly, Ares delved deeper into the interface, uncovering his enhanced attributes and newfound abilities:
System Interface:
Name: Sword Sovereign
Level: 10
Health: 1600/1600
Mana: 3000
Class: None
Occupation: None
Attributes:
Strength: 32, Intelligence: 28, Agility: 30, Vitality: 30
Wisdom: 8, Charisma: 7, Luck: 10
Comprehension: Infinity (related to the sword)
Free Attribute Points: 50
Free Skill Points: 20
Skills and Abilities:
Skills: Passive/Active/Divine
Passive: Sword Mastery
Active: Heavenly Slash
Abilities: Innate/Blessed/Gained
Innate: Sword Heart
Gained: Sword Aura
Affinities: None
Intents: Sword Intent (ordinary realm)
Martial Soul: Unawakened
Contract Beast: None
Inheritance: None
Bloodlines: None
Physiques: ????? Unawakened
Equipment: Beginner's clothes and shoes, Heaven Cleaver
[Mythological interface:]
Mythological points: 50000
Mythological shop: All skills and abilities, equipment, bloodlines of every mythological faction are available for purchase
Mythological trial: Allows the user to enter the mythological realms or ruins to explore and earn additional mythological points, inheritances, bloodlines, etc.
User can send his teammates to the trial paying double the cost.
(Note: Only a single individual is allowed to enter at a time). Cost: 8000 mythological points.
Class change Trials: Enables the user to complete their class change trial based on their chosen class and completion rate of the trial.
User can send his teammates to the trial paying double the cost
(Note: Only a single individual is allowed to enter at a time). Cost: 8000 mythological points
As Ares absorbed the magnitude of his newfound power, his jaw dropped in astonishment. The possibilities stretched before him like an infinite horizon. A mischievous smile crept across his face as he envisioned the immense potential he now possessed.
"Yes, this will be my ultimate advantage. I shall triumph over every single person who dares to cross me," he exclaimed with a hint of devilish delight. "I will build a legendary guild, where each member holds a secret, formidable class. Let the mere mention of our guild's name strike fear into the hearts of all who hear it! Huhahahahaha"