Attributes skyrocketed

Jiang Han couldn't help but take a cold breath.

Indeed, the first kill reward for a Dark Gold-level boss is impressive; the effect of this Divine Favor Gemstone is truly remarkable!

"To merge two skills into one, making it more powerful." Jiang Han suppressed the excitement in his heart and opened the skill panel.

If interpreted literally, the higher the grade of the original two skills, the more powerful the fused skill would be. Does this mean that there is a chance for two S-level skills to be upgraded to SS-level?

He hesitated a bit.

Since the game is still in the early stages, counting all his skills, including various passive ones and the newly acquired Icebound Armor, he only had eleven skills. Two of them were S-level skills, namely Evil Trample and War Domain.

Of course, the Dark Reincarnation, usable at level 50, was not included in this count.

If there's a guaranteed chance of obtaining an SS-level skill, he wouldn't hesitate to merge them on the spot. However, all the answers were still unknown...

After all, the Divine Favor Gemstone itself is only an S-level item.

Suddenly, a thought flashed in Jiang Han's mind, "Cheryl should know more about this!"

But then he furrowed his brow slightly, hesitating.

Cheryl had treated him well, but the enticing nature of this Divine Favor Gemstone was evident from its introduction, which stated, "Even god-level powerhouses are drawn to it."

Would Cheryl entertain thoughts of betrayal for the sake of such a tempting item?

"I do seem to have quite wicked thoughts. No wonder I inherited the legacy of the Dark Swordsman." Jiang Han shook his head, self-mockingly smiling.

Wait a minute!

Suddenly, Jiang Han thought of something, as if waking up from a dream, "There's definitely a chance to get an SS-level!"

He found that the introduction of the item had actually told him the answer; that is, S-level skills would not entice god-level powerhouses!

After contemplating for a moment, he decided to keep it for now.

There's only one Divine Favor Gemstone, and perhaps in the future, there will be more suitable skill choices. For example, the trip to the Demon God's Treasury this time might offer a chance to obtain rare S-level skills.

Of course, Icebound Armor could be learned for now.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Congratulations, you have learned the skill [Icebound Armor] (A-level)!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Your skill [Icebound Armor] (A-level) has been influenced by the evil power of the Dark Swordsman, transforming into [Black Flame Armor] (A-level)!

Black Flame Armor?

Jiang Han was quite surprised by this, immediately opening the skill menu to check the details—

[Black Flame Armor] (A-level)

Introduction: Awaken the hidden black flame within, covering the entire body, enhancing self-defense while slightly increasing resistance against attacks.

Effects: Defense increased by 30%, lasts for two minutes

Additional effect: Tenacity +10%

Cooldown: Ten minutes

...

Well, the only hidden profession was indeed not to be underestimated. Along with the transformation of the skill effect, it even slightly strengthened the skill itself!

Afterwards, he continued to check the items dropped by Jennifer. Since they were obtained during the defense of the Dark City, they had been sitting in his inventory for a long time—

[Icy Flow Staff] (Gold-level)

Attack: 310-350

Effects: +20% Attack

Effects: +30% Casting Speed

Additional effect: Ice Elemental Damage +10%

Required Level: 48

Introduction: A staff embedded with ice crystals, it is a precious item for any Gold-level or lower Ice Mage.

[Wind Spirit Boots] (Gold-level)

Defense: 70-90

HP: 5000

Effects: +20% Movement Speed

Required Level: 48

Introduction: Crafted by an advanced tailor, these boots are enchanted by a Wind Mage. They are extremely thin and breathable, making them very lightweight.

[Ice Crystal Stone] (B-level)

Introduction: A precious crystal formed at the summit of a snowy mountain.

Effects: When embedded in a weapon or ring, it enhances ice elemental damage. When embedded in armor, it increases ice elemental resistance.

...

The properties of the Wind Spirit Boots were much better than the Heroic Boots Jiang Han was currently wearing. He immediately replaced them, further boosting his attributes.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Do you want to embed [Ice Crystal Stone]?

"Yes!"

Jiang Han immediately chose to do so, then selected the boots.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Congratulations, you have successfully embedded [Ice Crystal Stone]. Wind Spirit Boots gain an additional effect: Ice Elemental Resistance +10%!

Having utilized all the loot from defeating Jennifer, Jiang Han finally turned his attention to what Tro dropped. The treasures dropped by a Dark Gold-level boss were undoubtedly top-notch—

[Ice and Snow Leg Guards] (Gold-level)

Defense: 120-130

HP: 5500

Effects: +20% Defense

Required Level: 46

Introduction: Armguards forged from ice and snow crystals, possessing outstanding defense.

[Flame Potion] (A-level)

Introduction: A potion made by extracting rare materials from magma and combining them with various substances. It is exceptionally hot. After consumption, it can stimulate the potential of the human body.

Effects: +10 Free Attribute Points

Side effect: 20% chance of Fire Elemental Resistance -10%

[Frostwind Robe] (Dark Gold-level)

Defense: 280-330

HP: 20000

Effects: +30% Defense

Additional effect: Ice Elemental Resistance +20%

Special skill: [Self-Ice Freeze]

Required Level: 55

Wearing Requirements: Mage, Summoner

Introduction: Seemingly thin clothing, it provides remarkable resistance to the cold, and its special material makes it almost impossible for ordinary swords to cut through. It will definitely give many mages a headache.

[Flame Demon Helmet] (Dark Gold-level)

Defense: 200-230

HP: 12000

Effects: +35% Defense

Required Level: 58

Introduction: A helmet forged by fusing the hard and hot surface stones of the Flame Demon with a large amount of precious ores. Its appearance is quite domineering and is one of the most outstanding Dark Gold-level sets.

Set effect: ???

...

Out of the four items obtained, except for the Frostwind Robe being unusable for him, the properties of the helmet and leg guards were excellent. Especially the Flame Demon Helmet, being part of a set, the set effect would likely only be triggered when the corresponding number of pieces were collected.

Unfortunately, the Flame Demon Helmet had a high level requirement, needing level 58 to wear. For now, it could only be stored in the inventory, collecting dust.

"Come to think of it, my Dark Armor seems to have advanced." Jiang Han thought of the prompt he received after killing Tro. The system did mention that the Dark Armor had been upgraded to Dark Gold after defeating Tro.

Without hesitation, he immediately checked this Dark Gold-level armor that was no less inferior to a Dark Gold-level one—

[Dark Armor] (Dark Gold-level)

Defense: 500-550

HP: 50000

Effects: +50% Defense

Additional effect: HP +30

%

Special skill: [Overwhelming Presence]

Required Level: 45

Exclusive Class: Dark Swordsman

Special effect: Cannot be damaged, cannot be discarded

Introduction: A magical armor that accompanied the growth of the Dark Swordsman. Legend has it that it was personally crafted by the first generation Dark Swordsman using the reverse scale of a divine dragon, combined with countless precious ores. If it absorbs enough blood, it will become stronger. However, if it goes without blood for a long time, it will gradually weaken.

(Growable)

...

"Oh wow!"

Jiang Han exclaimed, grinning from ear to ear.

Both being Dark Gold-level armors, the bonuses provided by the Dark Armor far surpassed the Frostwind Robe by a wide margin. Moreover, the Frostwind Robe was a level 55 equipment.

Equipping everything he could, Jiang Han felt his strength surge dramatically. Opening the character panel for a look, even he was astounded.

Who is this person? How can he be so powerful—

[Dark Dominator·Yi Jiang Han Shui] (Gold-level BOSS)

Level: 48

HP: 655200

Attack: 4041-4383

Defense: 2331-2583

Prestige: 69300

Luck: 1

Introduction: As Yi Jiang Han Shui's strength grows stronger, he has gradually entered the sight of some powerful beings...

...

The attack was manageable, not overly exaggerated in its increase, but life and defense, due to the updates and iterations of various armor pieces, had completely reached the level of a BOSS. Especially the defense, wouldn't players below level 50 even struggle to break it?

Wouldn't it be like slicing through vegetables?

In his excited mood, Jiang Han quickly posted a thread on the forum—

"Too strong, what should I do? Online, waiting, urgent!"

"Drip, drip!"

Soon, Jiang Han received a reply.

First floor (Night Entering the Widow Village): Are you for real with your gear?