The Spirit Of The All-Consuming Shadow Forest (2)

"It's good that the "Bracelets with seals" were fixed."

But the system reacted immediately.:

[If you lose, the recent progress will be rolled back]

"That's not fair!"

The All-consuming Spirit of the Shadow Forest wasn't in the best shape either. His dark powers began to weaken, but he continued to be a dangerous opponent, and with every move he filled the space around him with dark magic that squeezed the air and hindered concentration.

Atlas took a deep breath, feeling the magic of the "Eye of Silence" artifact giving him strength. Everything slowed down, and he could make out the smallest details.

"I have to win." – He thought, and with renewed determination he rushed to the attack.

He activated "Dagger Combat", a skill that improved his agility and accuracy when attacking with a weapon. Combined with the activated "Energy Resonance", his punches became deadly accurate. Atlas leaped forward, using "Tactical Evasion" to avoid the Guardian's magical attacks and simultaneously deliver a series of fast and powerful blows to his armor.

The mountain beast, seeing that its master was attacking again, rushed into battle using a "Tearing Bite". He furiously slammed into the Unique Boss's body, simultaneously dealing significant damage and distracting attention. The spirit, already exhausted, tried to counterattack, but its actions were slowed down, and its magic could no longer be as powerful as before.

[System notification: "The Mountain Beast is dealing a critical blow. Damage: 120"]

It was a decisive attack. The all-consuming Spirit of the Shadow Forest, weakened by the jabs of Atlas' daggers and the powerful blows of the air shark, surrendered under the onslaught. He screamed, but his screams were faint, barely audible, like echoes in an empty forest.

[System notification: The All-consuming Spirit of the Shadow Forest has been defeated. You gain 2000 experience points.]

Atlas felt energy and strength returning to his body. He turned to Montaine the beast, who had also caught his breath but was ready to continue. Atlas sighed softly, looking at the Guardian's corpse and picking up valuable trophies from it.

[System Notification: You got: Essence of Silence, Ancient Shard of Shadow, Seal of the Shadow Forest.]

[System notification: "Congratulations, you have completed the quest 'Guardian of the Shadow Forest'. Unique items have been obtained: the Essence of Silence and the Ancient Shard of Shadow."]

Atlas took the Essence of Silence and felt it begin to change his perception. It was a powerful artifact, and now he was one step closer to using it, to remove the seal from the "Fugitive Message" that he had found earlier. He knew that this would open up new horizons for him to explore. But for that, it was also necessary to find a Magician in the Southern Mountains.

But now, after a hard-fought victory, Atlas knew he needed time to recover. The wound from the magic strike still hurt, and his strength was running out. However, he had a chance to explore these lands further, and he was ready to move forward.

He headed to the nearest safe place to rest and prepare for the next step in his long journey.

[System Notification]

[Atlas level increased to 10]

[A new skill has been acquired: 'Keen Sense'.]

Atlas gratefully noted the new level and a new skill that could be useful in further battles. Thoughts of the next step were spinning in his head. He now had the opportunity to explore new territories and solve more complex mysteries of the world.

[System Notification:"You have successfully completed the 'Guardian of the Shadow Forest' quest.]

[The progress for the 'Eye that Saw the End' quest has been updated.]

[You are close to continuing your search for a Mage in the Southern Mountains."]

[System Notification: Atlas Level has been upgraded to 12.]

[New skills have been acquired: 'Magic Resistance' and 'Impact Force'.]

Atlas felt his body being filled with new strength. It wasn't just the result of leveling up, but the feeling that his abilities had reached a new level. His skills had improved, and he was now much stronger than before.

[System Notification: "You have gained a new skill: 'Magic Resistance' (level 1). This skill reduces the impact of magic attacks by 10%."]

[System Notification: "You have gained a new skill: 'Impact Power' (level 1). This skill increases physical damage from strikes by 15%."]

Atlas smiled, feeling his physical strength and stamina increase. He was now much better prepared for any future battles, and his abilities had become even more dangerous.

– Wow, now we can definitely handle any problems. He said, looking back at the defeated Unique Boss: – And it looks like my health and mana have recovered as I level up!

Now that Atlas and his mountain beast had become significantly stronger, they could continue their journey by going to the place where the other player disappeared — to a place that is hidden underground. Atlas remembered the strange signs that the Cursed Guardian had mentioned.

These signs led to a dungeon where, as they said, something important was hiding. Once at the crossroads, he understood that this path could be dangerous, but his curiosity and desire to unravel the mysteries hiding in the dark were stronger than fear.

– We need to find out what kind of place is hiding underground. Atlas said, looking around. — If a player has gone there, it means that there is something important there.

The mountain beast, as if understanding its master, let out a muffled roar and followed, ready for any turn of events.

[You Have Defeated A Unique Boss: you can now log in]

Suddenly, a huge gate decorated with ancient symbols appeared in front of them. It was the entrance to a dungeon hidden from the eyes of most travelers. Atlas realized that if he wanted to explore this place, he would need to be as careful as possible. Knowing how dangerous such places are, he decided that there was no need to rush.

[System notification: "You have reached the entrance to the Dungeon of the Forgotten. Scan the location."]

This place is obviously old. – Atlas said, approaching the entrance: – There was once a powerful civilization here. I don't think it's going to be easy for us.

After opening the gate, they entered the dungeon. The darkness swallowed them up, but Atlas turned on his torch and the light illuminated the way. He could feel the chill rising in the air, and with it a sense of something ancient and evil lurking here.

Somewhere in the depths, perhaps that player who had disappeared recently had left traces that now needed to be found.

Atlas carefully examined every corner, his reaction was alert. The mountain beast was also moving in the shadows, ready to engage in battle.

– We must be prepared for any turn of events. – Atlas said, quickening his steps.

And so, they went deeper and deeper into the dungeon, and every step they took echoed in the empty corridors. There were barely discernible inscriptions on the walls, which perhaps indicated the dangers awaiting them inside.

And so, they went deeper and deeper into the dungeon, and every step they took echoed in the empty corridors. There were barely discernible inscriptions on the walls, which perhaps indicated the dangers awaiting them inside.

[System notification: "Dungeon of the Forgotten. Warning: unknown objects and mechanisms. Prepare to explore."]

Atlas felt the tension in the air, but decided to continue. All this could be the key to unraveling what is hidden in this place.

//To be continued, please like and save…