As the system granted me the title of FIRST BLOOD-M with its life-stealing capabilities, a strange sensation overcame me. My body felt like it was ablaze, changing at a rapid pace. The skill I had gained was really strong, one that allowed me to take another's life for my own gain.
"Life steal! This is it. Something I need to survive this place. I can still do this."
*ting*
The system's prompt appeared again,
[You receive one of the legendary titles, do you want it to be shouted globally? ]
"shouted? you mean tell everyone about this.?"
"ah?!"
A grim realization settled over me, remembering the player "AlbaLos" who received the same title. They might intentionally post it to create chaos within the game?
"!!"
Without hesitation, I tapped "no" to prevent my title from going public. My priority was survival, not risking unnecessary complications.
[Are you sure you don't want to post it globally?]
*shhooss*
My heart races as I swiftly dodge an incoming attack from one of the ARCANE, my body propelled backward by the urgency of the moment. The encounter with the relentless monsters is far from over, and I need to remain focused and resilient to survive.
-30 HP due to blood loss.
-30 HP due to blood loss.
The name "AlbaLos" lingers in my thoughts as I fend off another Arcane's attacks. The fact that he also received the same first blood title raises concerns. Was it mere coincidence, or did he intentionally Shouted it globally to create chaos within the game? I can't be sure of his motives, but if he planned this to happen and he's trying to disrupt everything, I might have to find a way to deal with him later. For now, my focus remains on survival, and I'll do whatever it takes to make it out of this perilous situation.
With an unwavering determination, I tapped "no" once more, knowing that this was no time for distractions. My focus was solely on the ALPHA that circled me, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
I could feel the power of my new title surging within me, but I also knew that I needed to use it wisely if I was going to make it out of this perilous encounter alive.
"status"
Kuonh frantically accessed his status window, his fingers practically dancing over the interface.
*ping*
[Are you sure you want to add all your status points to STR and AGI?]
"Ah, what I need right now is power and speed," he thought, quickly selecting 'yes' to apply all his status points to Strength and speed.
[Completed]
Name: Kuonh
Level: 17
HP: 240/1800
MP: 700/1000
STR: 85
INT: 40
DEF: 40
AGI: 65
WIS: 40
DEX: 40
LUCK: 35
"AWWWOOO!" The ALPHA ARCANE howled, attempting to intimidate its foes.
Effect: -20 STR
*ting*
[Unyielding skill activated, negating the intimidation of the higher-level monster.]
+10 DEF 5 minutes duration
*ting*
[Due to leveling up, you can now use 'Weakness' against the ALPHA ARCANE.]
With his newly enhanced strength and the advantage of his "Unyielding" skill, Kuonh felt a glimmer of hope. It was time to make a stand and fight back against the imposing foe.
"Hehehe."
"How the turns table... inventory!"
With a playful laugh, he quickly accessed his inventory and retrieved two bottles of potions that he got from his dead comrade. His actions were anything but elegant as he uncorked them and, with a barbaric flair, shoved them into his mouth.
[recovered +1000 HP by consuming 2 potions.]
With the swift intake of the healing potions, Kuonh's wounds miraculously healed. The ominous specter of blood loss was no longer a concern as his health was restored, reinvigorating him for the battle that lay ahead.
HP: 1200/1800.
He wiped his mouth with his arm, then a fierce grin stretched across his face.
"Now it's time to teach you some tricks."
The Alpha, as if it understood Kuonh's words displayed an irritated expression. Its claws bristled, and its mouth opened wide.
"GUWAARRR!"
The ferocious roar echoed throughout the forest, causing the nearby leaves to tremble in response. Kuonh and the Alpha stood face to face, a tension mounting in the air, as they prepared for the impending clash of titans.
With newfound vigor coursing through his veins, Kuonh's perception of time altered. The remaining Arcanes leaped in unison, their monstrous howls echoing through the forest.
"Grraaar!"
But Kuonh felt different. His body and senses seemed heightened, and he perceived the world as if it had slowed down while he remained quicksilver fast.
One, two – he easily sidestepped the attacks of the two Arcanes, and in an instant, he gripped his sword and propelled himself forward. With the assistance of his "weakness" skill, Kuonh targeted the vulnerable area of the approaching Arcane with surgical precision.
*Slash*
[CRITICAL]
His blade met its mark, and the third Arcane, unable to react in time, stopped dead in its tracks before vanishing into thin air, leaving only four remaining: three normals and the Alpha.
[1 ARCAN killed]
Receive: +450 exp +60 silver
Item: +1 Arcane claw
The Arcane blood on his sword as if it came to life moves with a violent, mesmerizing dance before being absorbed into the blade like a voracious vacuum, akin to a vampire sating its thirst.
[First blood activated: gain +200 HP due to life steal.]
Kuonh's health surged as the life-stealing effect took hold.
HP 1400/1800
The tide of the battle had shifted, and Kuonh stood resolute, prepared to face the Alpha and the remaining Arcanes with renewed strength and determination.
Kuonh swung his sword with a flourish, casting off the residual blood that clung to it. As he stood tall, he turned his head to the side with a certain flair, the kind of confident and stylish motion that one might see in a seasoned hero.
"One down," he declared, his inner thoughts echoing with an exultant grin. 'Nailed it!' he thought, and with a sense of triumph, he mentally applauded the effectiveness of his new "life steal" ability, which had just proven its worth in the heat of battle.