The Haul and a Platinum Necromancy Sword!

Chapter 23: The Haul and a Platinum

Necromancy Sword!

After Lin Yi's successful job change, he felt a renewed sense of purpose as he walked through the bustling streets of Jiangcheng. Unlike the chaotic atmosphere he had just left behind in Canglan City, Jiangcheng was calm, almost serene, as if the city itself was unaware of the dangers lurking in other parts of the world. This sense of calmness gave Lin Yi a moment to reflect on his recent experiences and the new abilities he had gained.The job change had been straightforward and, in a way, underwhelming. His class had advanced, but the skills he received were nothing to write home about: Ice Arrow and Mana Shield. Compared to the powerful abilities he'd seen others wield, these skills felt almost pedestrian. But Lin Yi knew better than to underestimate any tool at his disposal. He had learned that even the simplest skills, when used creatively, could become formidable.Lin Yi's new status as an Intermediate Mage (2nd Turn) came with increased attribute points, and he wasted no time in allocating them. His mental attributes saw a significant boost, enhancing both his magic damage output and mana recovery. It was a necessary step if he was to continue progressing in a world where the threats seemed to grow exponentially with each passing day.Personal Panel:Name: Lin YiOccupation: Intermediate Mage (2nd Turn)Specialization: Fire (Major), Storm (Major), Ice (Minor)Level: 39 (4.30%)HP: 410/410Mana: 39,620/39,620Strength: 41Agility: 41Spirit: 566Physique: 41Endurance: 41Talent: Gift of the Gods (SSS)Available Attribute Points: 0Available Skill Points: 312,685General Skill: Omniscient EyeProfessional Passive Skills: Mana Storm (Passive), Divine Grace Chant (Passive), Mana Shield (Passive)Professional Active Skills: Fire System (Level 1-7 Spells), Storm System (Level 1-7 Spells), Ice System (Level 1 Spells)The most striking change on his panel was the nearly tenfold increase in his mana pool. Lin Yi now had almost 40,000 mana points at his disposal, a far cry from the paltry few thousand he'd managed to scrape together before. This meant that he could now cast high-level spells multiple times without worrying about running out of mana, a crucial factor in any prolonged battle.As Lin Yi made his way back home, he couldn't help but think about the items he had looted from Rivendell, the alienated Necromancer Knight. The fight had been intense, but the rewards were worth it. However, as he sat down at his kitchen table, surrounded by the quiet of his home, the magnitude of his haul began to sink in.The first items he examined were the pieces of equipment. There were over a dozen of them, but none were suitable for a mage. Most were heavy armor or weapons, designed for warriors or knights. Among the items were eight silver-grade pieces, three gold-grade, and one piece that stood out above all the rest—a platinum-grade sword, the same one Rivendell had wielded in battle.[Necromantic Rune Great Sword]:Type: Weapon (Two-Handed)Grade: PlatinumEquipment Level: 60Equippable Professions: Warrior, Knight class transferWeight: 29.3 kgPhysical Attack Power: +845Strength: +97Endurance: +88Durability: 100/100Special Effect: Plague Corruption: When hitting the target, there is a 10% chance that the target will be infected by the plague, receiving 200 points of dark attribute damage every second for 30 seconds. This effect can stack up to 5 times.Lin Yi carefully inspected the sword. He wasn't familiar with level 60 weapons, but he knew enough to realize that the special effect alone made this sword highly valuable. The "Plague Corruption" ability could be devastating in the hands of a skilled warrior, especially in prolonged battles where stacking effects could quickly overwhelm an opponent.Yet, despite the weapon's obvious power, Lin Yi felt a pang of frustration. He couldn't use it. In fact, none of the equipment he'd collected was usable for his class. It was all designed for physical fighters, not mages. More importantly, he couldn't sell them, at least not easily.In the world of Blue Star, particularly within the boundaries of Daxia, there were strict regulations surrounding the possession and trade of high-level equipment. Anything above silver-grade was controlled by the government, and possession without the proper authorization was illegal. The logic was simple: in the wrong hands, high-grade equipment could be as dangerous as a loaded gun, capable of causing untold harm.The government did offer a solution, however. They would buy back high-level equipment at generous prices, ensuring that professionals had a legitimate way to profit from their finds without resorting to the black market. But this wasn't an option for Lin Yi—at least not yet. He was too low-profile, too inexperienced in the eyes of the authorities to explain how he'd come across such powerful items without raising suspicion.Lin Yi was pragmatic. He knew that drawing unnecessary attention to himself could lead to complications, or worse, investigations. The last thing he needed was to become a person of interest to the government. So, he made a decision: he would keep the equipment hidden until he was strong enough to deal with the consequences of revealing it.He placed the gold and platinum items back into his portable space, deciding to forget about them for now. They would remain a secret, a hidden reserve of wealth and power that he could tap into when the time was right.Finally, Lin Yi turned his attention to the two skill scrolls he had found. These were, by far, the most valuable items in his haul. In a world where acquiring new skills was a difficult and often expensive process, skill scrolls were rare treasures. They could grant a professional new abilities without the need for training or practice.Lin Yi unrolled the first scroll, eager to see what it would offer him. As he did, the scroll began to glow faintly, and he felt a rush of energy pass through him. The scroll disintegrated into a fine dust, which then seemed to seep into his skin. A new skill had been learned, though he wouldn't know what it was until he checked his panel.Excitement and curiosity built up within him as he reached for the second scroll. The process repeated itself, the scroll dissolving into nothingness as the knowledge it contained became part of him. Lin Yi immediately opened his panel to see what he had gained.There it was—two new skills, each one a potential game-changer depending on how he chose to use it. He had learned from experience that even seemingly minor abilities could have significant impacts when applied strategically.As Lin Yi sat back, a small smile crept onto his face. He might not have the most powerful abilities or the highest level, but what he did have was a growing arsenal of skills and tools, each one making him more formidable. And with the right strategy, he could turn even the most modest of gains into something extraordinary.The journey ahead was still long, and the challenges would only grow more difficult. But for the first time in a while, Lin Yi felt confident that he was on the right path. He was building something—a future where he wouldn't have to hide his abilities or his ambitions. And with each step forward, he was getting closer to that goal.(End of chapter)