The Lone Wolf Canyon

Ling Tian stood deep within the Lone Wolf

Canyon, the surrounding environment suddenly turning solemn and oppressive. The

canyon's towering cliffs reached up into the clouds, the air thick with rot and

moisture, as if the very land had witnessed countless brutal battles. Just as

he was about to proceed deeper, a rustling sound suddenly reached his ears.

 

Ling Tian halted immediately, looking up. A

massive wolf shadow slowly emerged from the depths of the canyon. The wolf's

body was enormous, its eyes glowing red, like a demon born from the darkness,

exuding an overwhelming killing intent.

 

[Lone Wolf · Shadow] (Lv.10) 

- Attack Power: 50-60 

- Defense Power: 25 

- Special Skill: Dark Rending (Causes large

area bleeding effect) 

- Fatal Attack: Shadow Devour (Can

penetrate shields in a short time, causing silence) 

- Experience Reward: 1000 XP 

- Dropped Items: Wolf Fur Cloak, Lone Wolf

Gem 

 

"It's finally here." Ling Tian

tightened his grip on his short staff, his gaze sharp and calm. He knew this

battle would determine whether he could continue to explore the dungeon.

 

 BOSS

Battle Begins!

 

[Lone Wolf · Shadow] let out a fierce roar,

then leapt towards Ling Tian with incredible speed. Its claws, gleaming with

deadly light, cut through the air. Reflexively, Ling Tian activated [Energy

Shield], and a blue protective barrier enveloped his body, emitting powerful

energy waves, blocking the wolf's initial attack.

 

Item Display:

 

- Basic Leather Armor (Defense +3,

Durability +100, Agility +1) 

- Practice Short Staff (Attack +2,

Additional Effect: Intelligence +1) 

- Rune Ring (Auxiliary Effect +5%, Health

Recovery Speed +1) 

- Shadow Amulet (Movement Speed +10%,

Immunity to Control Skills)

 

Although [Lone Wolf · Shadow]'s attack was

blocked, the force of the strike caused Ling Tian to stagger back several

steps. As he adjusted his stance, the wolf's attack speed suddenly accelerated,

and its claws struck again. This time, Ling Tian didn't fully dodge; instead,

using the [Shadow Amulet]'s speed boost, he quickly evaded to the wolf's flank

and accurately struck its exposed hind leg with his short staff.

 

"Target the weak points." Ling

Tian thought quickly, using [Yin-Yang Reversal] to swap the BOSS's attack power

with his own defense ratio, reducing the wolf's attack speed and buying him

valuable time for offense.

 

[Yin-Yang Reversal] Activated!

 

The BOSS's attacks became slower, and Ling

Tian seized the opportunity to close the gap. With precise strikes, his short

staff landed several hits on the wolf's side, each dealing significant damage.

As the staff struck, Ling Tian could clearly feel the BOSS's health quickly

diminishing.

 

However, Ling Tian remained cautious. Just

as he prepared for another wave of attacks, [Lone Wolf · Shadow] suddenly let

out a deep growl, its body merging into the surrounding shadows and vanishing

from sight.

 

"Shadow Devour!"

 

A surge of dark energy erupted from the

ground, swallowing all the light around Ling Tian, plunging the battlefield

into total darkness. Ling Tian instantly lost all visual perception, only able

to hear the low, ominous breathing around him.

 

"Damn, it's Shadow Devour!" Ling

Tian's heart tightened as he quickly activated the [Rune Ring]'s recovery

effect, trying to stay calm. In this moment, his ears sharpened, detecting

faint vibrations from the ground—The BOSS was closing in!

 

"I have to react quickly!" Ling

Tian took a deep breath, concentrating his mind, and repositioned himself

swiftly.

 

Item Display:

 

- Rune Ring (Auxiliary Effect +5%, Health

Recovery Speed +1)

 

A few seconds later, Ling Tian felt a

massive pressure closing in on him. He judged that the BOSS was approaching

with extreme speed. With his [Shadow Amulet]'s speed boost, Ling Tian evaded

just in time, dodging the wolf's pounce. He immediately raised his short staff

and struck the BOSS's head with precision.

 

"This is my chance!" Ling Tian's

eyes gleamed with determination.

 

Hit Achieved! [Lone Wolf · Shadow] Exposed

Weakness!

 

Ling Tian quickly activated his final

attack, repeatedly using [Yin-Yang Reversal], and expertly targeted the BOSS's

core. The symbols on his short staff shimmered with dazzling light as each

strike packed a heavy blow, hitting the wolf's weak points.

 

[Lone Wolf · Shadow]'s health rapidly

plummeted, and finally, with Ling Tian's decisive strike, the BOSS's body

violently trembled and collapsed, causing a burst of dust to rise.

 

[Lone Wolf · Shadow] Defeated! 

Experience Reward: 1000 XP 

Dropped Items: [Wolf Fur Cloak], [Lone Wolf

Gem]

 

 Post-Battle

Rewards

 

Ling Tian stood beside the fallen BOSS,

taking several deep breaths before he finally felt a sense of relief. Although

he had challenged the dungeon solo, he knew that only by using his wit and

skill could he overcome such formidable enemies.

 

He picked up the dropped items and checked

their attributes.

 

[Wolf Fur Cloak] 

Defense +5, Durability +150, Bonus: 5%

Physical Damage Resistance.

 

"This cloak has decent defense,

suitable for a tanky character." Ling Tian muttered, equipping the cloak.

 

[Lone Wolf Gem] 

Special Item, using it increases auxiliary

skill effects by 3%.

 

"This gem is great for boosting

auxiliary effects, perfect for me as an auxiliary class." Ling Tian smiled

slightly, nodding in satisfaction.

 

 Dungeon

Completed

 

The dungeon notification flashed again:

 

"Congratulations, Player Ling Tian, for

completing the dungeon [Lone Wolf Canyon]! Rewards: 1000 XP, 500 Gold, and

Items [Wolf Fur Cloak] and [Lone Wolf Gem]."

 

Ling Tian stood beside the loot, feeling a

surge of pride. Through his effort and ingenuity, he had not only defeated the

powerful BOSS but also earned generous rewards.

 

"Next, I should prepare to challenge even

stronger enemies." Ling Tian said confidently, continuing deeper into the

canyon.

 

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[Chapter 2: End]