Chapter 8 Training 2


    -Three days later-


    I immersed myself in relentless training day after day within the guild''s sprawling facilities, my determination fueling every movement. With sweat glistening on my brow, I drove my body and skills to the edge, honing my blade techniques until they danced in my hands like an extension of my very will. I delved deep into my arsenal of abilities, exploring each one’s intricacies and discovering new ways to enhance them. Every swing of my sword resonated with precision, while the hum of my active skills momentarily filled the air, creating a symphony of power and growth. I remained steadfastly attuned to both my new talents and the foundational ones I had forged over time, eager to transcend my limits and emerge stronger than ever.


    Guild master Leo told me about the upcoming Guild Tournament in two years and the level requirement: 25 at minimum and 30 at max. He said he saw great promise in me and could send high-level guild members to accompany me to help raise my level, but I declined, saying that, to level up, I would need at least five times more exp than usual and partying up would give me far less, so I was best off hunting alone. Every time I arrived here, I felt three powerful auras watching me. It was pretty annoying; most likely, they were the other guild members


    participating in the tournament. After hearing about this and seeing that I had many resolves to get stronger in a proper way and not by just using my systems cheats, he gave me a map to some high-level training grounds as the lowest levels I''d find there would be lv 12, basically ten times my level to which I was more than happy to take. Still, he''d only let me go if I could get to level 5 by the following week''s end. I agree with his request, as my system generated a quest for such a thing.


    ~~[New Quest]]~~


    ~[Prove Your Metal and Smarts] The guild master Leo wishes to see if you''re strong enough to grow the way you want, reach level 5 by the next 14 days to obtain the map to the Artho Ruins~


    -Reward Artho Ruins map~


    -Reward ????? The second reward will not be given unless the user uses the luck stat to increase the quest''s difficulty [Yes/No?]~


    "Yes," I said, accepting the harder difficulty


    ~[Yes] has been selected. For the remainder of the 14 days, all mobs and hostile beings that come across the user will be empowered by having their levels and stats doubled. Even if the user has completed the quest, every kill on someone of a higher level will yield bonus rewards.~


    That was three days ago. I knew well enough by now I would have to fight and kill mortals, and with the new quest details, it was almost certain I''d come across some looking to kill me, most likely getting a reward from The Will to facilitate the hardness of my quest. This was why I was training so much harder before returning to the Dark Forest. I was ensuring at least most of my skills were higher than lv 1. I also managed to get some much-needed new ones just by training my ass off to the brink of death, with no rest besides when I passed out from overwork.


    Others would call me a madman or crazy for doing such destructive training, but that was the key to getting rare skills through blood, sweat, and effort and pushing yourself past what you can do. The skills I got were pretty good, as the training room I was in was isolated and filled with many slash marks, small craters, and many burn marks and blood splatter from myself.


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    ~[Claws slash lv:3] has evolved into [Wolf Fang lv:3] From the user being able to implement claw slash into one''s blades, now having the added benefit to unleash mana and aura-infused slashes from one''s claws or medium that can slash at something Costs 20 mp.~


    ~[Blossom dance lv:2]: A blade dance formed from a good understanding of the unique wielding of a sword and knife duel wielding mastery. An original skill created from Gray Eclipse NIghts. Damages the foe or foes hits by a 9-hit move and does double damage for each concessive hit. It costs 80 mp; however, the move can also be used with the cost of doing no additional damage as it is a move that can be done with just a blade alone.~


    ~[Dual Wielding Lv:3]: This wielder of blades has transcended the mundane, mastering the art of dual weapon combat with remarkable finesse. They deftly wield two weapons with each fluid motion, creating a whirlwind of steel that dances through the air. This extraordinary skill has sharpened their reflexes and deepened their understanding of the intricate dance of two-handed combat. As a testament to their relentless training and dedication, they enjoy a permanent 10% boost in the attack speed of their dual weapons. With every engagement, as their prowess continues to grow, the benefits of wielding two weapons become even more formidable, unleashing a tempest of strikes that leaves opponents bewildered and overwhelmed.~


    ~[Knife throwing lv:2]: Repeated action of throwing one''s knives or daggers with skill and precision has allowed the user to further their mastery of the art of throwing one''s weapon, allowing thrown knives to do double damage to a target and five times more if one hits a vital or weakened spot.~


    ~[Mana Strengthening Lv 2]: This ability allows the user to channel their mana directly into their own body, enhancing their strength and agility by two points each. One of its notable advantages is that it requires no mana cost for activation since the mana is effectively harnessed from within, flowing into the user''s muscles and reflexes. However, this short-lived boost comes at a significant price: the longer the mana is channeled, the quicker the user will experience mental fatigue and physical exhaustion. Prolonged use can lead to a rapid depletion of stamina, making this technique a double-edged sword. While it may offer a temporary improvement in combat or physical tasks, the overall effectiveness is limited, and its demands on the user''s body can render it more harmful than beneficial. This form of mana manipulation is considered an elementary and rather feeble technique in the realm of advanced mana users, often dismissed as insufficient for serious applications in challenging situations.~


    ~[Stamina Recovery Lv 2]: Through relentless perseverance and the tenacity to push beyond physical limits time and again, the user has unlocked the ability to quickly rejuvenate stamina at a remarkable pace. This newfound resilience not only accelerates recovery but also enhances overall stamina capacity, empowering the user to endure longer and tackle challenges with renewed vigor.~


    Sadly, there were a few skills I could not level up as they required me to use the skill and the bonus actions to increase their level. After all this, I used some of the 15,000 gold I got for selling both the rare scaled fish man as well as its pristine sea stone trident to buy 50 standard potions at 50 gold and 15 standard mana potions for 250g, taking out 6,250g of my 15,300g leaving me with about 9,050g left. With that, I returned to the forest this time, more than prepared for what could come my way.


    I was no longer a weak little runt of a litter, and I would show all who crossed me the power that I have and will gain. This was an insecurity I would always struggle with from years of verbal and physical abuse from many other members of my family. The only few who showed my kindness were my immediate family, more so than some others.


    _Status_


    Blaze Nights


    Race: Lower Werewolf


    Bloodline:-----


    Lv: 2


    Exp:215/500


    Gold:9,050


    HP:260/260


    MP:15/150


    Str:14


    Int:15


    Agi:15


    Con:26


    Luck:19


    stat points:10


    skill points:5


    —-Skills—


    -Unique Ability: [Aura manipulation lv:2]


    Active Skills


    [Wolf fang lv:3] [Appraisal lv:3] [Lycans rage lv:1] [Quick step lv:5][Aura bind lv:3] [Blossom Dance lv:2] [Mana Strengthening lv:2][Meditation lv:3]


    Passive Skills


    [Predators body lv:4] [Unyielding soul lv:max] [Devour lv:1][Knife mastery lv:4][Sword mastery lv:4] [Storage lv:max] [Natural Hardness lv:1][ Dual Wielding lv:3] [Knife throwing lv:2] [Stamina Recovery lv:2][Aura Senses lv:3]


    _Equipment_


    Silken mage shirt +2 Int


    Iron chest plate + 3 Con


    Iron gauntlet''s 1 Con + 1 Agi


    Leather iron boots +1con +1 Agi


    Iron Straight Sword +3Str


    Iron combat knife+2 str +1 Agi


    "All right then, let''s do this!" I said with a cocky wide grin on my face.