《Titan King: Ascension of the Giant》


 CH1 - Orion Stoneheart

    Hulk was a pro football player, a guy who loved nothing more than clutching a pigskin and barreling through the defense like a runaway freight train. He lived for the gridiron.


    But he never, in his wildest dreams, imagined he''d see a pair of nipples bigger than a football.


    The moment he opened his eyes, Hulk was dumbfounded.


    He wanted to yell, "What the fuck?!" but all that came out was a pathetic "Wah! Wah!"


    "My voice¡­" He was shocked, trying again, but only managing another infantile wail. The horrifying realization dawned on him: he was a baby. Again.


    He strained to look around, finding himself swaddled in soft cloth. Towering over him were giants, massive and rugged, each one several times his former height. Other than their size, they looked remarkably human.


    Hearing his cries, the giantess holding him gazed down with loving eyes. Her voice, deep and gentle, rumbled, "My little one must be hungry. Come now, eat your fill. All this is for you."


    With that, she brought a nipple, the size of a goddamn football, close to Hulk''s mouth.


    Hulk''s eyes widened, his inner turmoil a raging storm. Before he could react, a torrent of milk erupted, practically drowning him in the stuff.


    He had to gulp it down or risk choking. His tiny stomach quickly filled, stretched to its absolute limit.


    After his milk bath, Hulk''s memory began to return.This story has been taken without authorization. Report any sightings.


    He remembered leading his team to the National Championship, followed by a relaxing vacation in Hawaii, basking in the warm sun. Sunlight glistened on the golden sand, a gentle breeze carrying the scent of the ocean.


    He was chilling on the beach, engrossed in a web novel on his phone, when he felt something splat on his face.


    "Damn, bird poop?"


    Hulk instinctively wiped his face. It was sticky, and strangely¡­ hot.


    "The hell is this stuff?"


    He brought his hand into view. His eyes went wide.


    It was blood. And it seemed to be¡­ alive. It slithered down his chest, seeping into his skin, merging with his very heart.


    "What the¡­ Am I hallucinating?"


    Hulk rubbed his eyes, staring at his hands.


    Suddenly, the sky darkened. He looked up to see a figure in outer space, larger than Earth itself. A giant, of unimaginable proportions.


    The giant''s body eclipsed the sun, plunging the world into shadow.


    Then, atrident, too massive to describe, descended from the heavens, crashing into the ocean. A colossal wave erupted, the earth quaked, the world seemed to be ending. People screamed and scattered.


    But Hulk didn''t panic. He closed his eyes, waiting for the inevitable.


    What could puny humans do against such a cataclysmic force?


    As darkness closed in, one thought crossed his mind: "Fuck me, my vacation might have to end early."


    ¡­


    Time seemed to stop. Everything went blank.


    Maybe a microsecond passed, maybe a millennium.


    When Hulk''s consciousness returned, he wasn''t on a Hawaiian beach anymore. He was in a strange forest, surrounded by towering trees, exotic plants he''d never seen before, the air thick with the scent of earth.


    As he tried to process his surroundings, a giant figure approached. At least fifteen feet tall, muscles rippling, arms like tree trunks. His deep brown skin gleamed in the sunlight, short black hair framing a rugged face, his eyes shining with warmth.


    "Phoebe, let me hold him!"


    The giant lunged forward, but a slightly smaller giantess deftly sidestepped him.


    "Hyperion Stoneheart, you''re the chieftain now, but you''re still a brute! Our son is just born, he''s fragile. Be gentle!"


    "Haha, alright, alright."


    Hyperion gently scooped up Hulk, his face beaming with paternal pride.


    "Praise the Titan Gods! I have a son! His name shall be Orion Stoneheart!"

 Ch 2 -Newbie quest triggered

    Time flew by, and before he knew it, Orion was already ten years old.


    He gradually adapted to life in this new world. Despite their massive size, the people of the giant tribe were warm and welcoming, especially his family.


    His father was the chieftain of the Blackstone Tribe, tall and formidable; his mother was gentle and caring, always attentive to his needs; and his sister, Clymene, was his closest companion in this world.


    Orion and his tribe lived in the Black Forest of the Barren Mountains, a vast and mysterious land. Various races and creatures inhabited the mountains, competing and coexisting with one another.


    In the summer, the Black Forest was vibrant and lush, but in winter, the climate turned harsh. Fierce winds howled, snow fell heavily, and terrifying dark beast tide sometimes appeared.


    For the species of the Barren Mountains, winter was the toughest time. All tribes chose to rest during the season, rarely venturing out.


    It was midsummer now, with sunlight filtering through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the ground. Orion sat on a large rock, gazing at the distant, rolling mountains.


    A familiar voice interrupted his thoughts.


    "Hey, little guy, daydreaming again?"


    He turned to see Clymene approaching. His sister, fifteen years his senior, was already recognized as the strongest giant in the tribe. She was tall, with smooth muscle lines and red short hair.


    Though considered a symbol of beauty and strength among the giants, Orion always thought his sister looked a bit too ''robust.''


    Even though Orion was now part of the giant tribe, he still retained human aesthetics.


    "Sis, you''re back." Orion smiled.


    Clymene placed her catch on the ground and patted his head, saying, "Look, I brought you your favorite wild boar meat, freshly hunted!"


    "Thanks, sis," Orion said gratefully.


    On Earth, his appetite far exceeded that of ordinary people, even winning eating competition. But in the giant tribe, he had the smallest appetite.


    "You''re looking thinner again," Clymene observed, scrutinizing him. "Have you been sneaking off to slack instead of training?"


    Orion scratched his head sheepishly. "No, I just like being alone sometimes, to think about things."


    Clymene chuckled, shaking her head. "You always overthink. While other kids are training hard, you can''t fall behind. Our father has high hopes for you!"If you encounter this tale on Amazon, note that it''s taken without the author''s consent. Report it.


    Orion nodded, feeling a bit bitter. Though his body was much stronger than a human''s, he seemed weak among the giants.


    "Oh, by the way, here''s the tool you wanted. I fixed it for you." Orion handed her a modified stone axe, fitted with a sharp stone blade he crafted.


    Clymene took it with delight. "Wow, you really fixed it! You''re amazing!"


    "Just a little skill," Orion smiled modestly.


    "Don''t be so humble. Your craftsmanship is unmatched in the tribe," Clymene praised. "With this axe, my next hunt will be much easier!"


    "Be careful out there, sis," Orion advised.


    "Don''t worry, your sister isn''t that easy to take down!" Clymene patted his shoulder happily. "I''ve made you a new beast skirt from soft buffalo hide. Try it on."


    "No need, the one I have is fine," Orion replied.


    Clymene ignored him, pulling off his old skirt and starting to fit him with the new one.


    Orion sighed, "Sis, I''m ten now. I''m grown up."


    "I''ve watched you grow up. There''s nothing on you I haven''t seen," Clymene said seriously, her gaze falling on Orion''s cock. "You''re small in stature, but your cock is so big. My dear brother, when you grow up, you''ll have countless women going crazy for you!"


    Orion put on the new skirt his sister made, feeling much more comfortable.


    It seemed his sister was right. Orion''s body was developing rapidly, especially his cock. It seemed to grow longer and larger every day, and his old skirt no longer fit.


    The Barren Mountains had short daylight hours, even in summer, with no more than five hours of sunlight each day.


    Soon, darkness fell.


    Back home, his mother had prepared dinner. His father was also home, having finished discussing matters with the tribe elders, and was resting by the fire.


    "Orion, come sit," Hyperion called.


    Orion went over and sat down. Hyperion looked at him with expectation. "I heard you fixed your sister''s weapon again?"


    "Yes, Father," Orion replied.


    "Good, you''re quite handy," his father praised. "But strength is the true asset of our giant tribe. You mustn''t neglect physical training."


    Orion nodded. "I understand, Father."


    Three nights later, Orion went to a clearing alone. The night deepened, stars twinkling above. He gazed at the sky, pondering his situation.


    "Though I''ve been reborn as a giant, my physical prowess doesn''t match theirs. Why is that?" He clenched his fists, feeling the boundless energy within him, yet still unable to compare to his kin.


    Just then, a faint light flashed before his eyes. He paused, looking down to see a semi-transparent panel appear before him.


    "What is this?" Orion stared at the panel in surprise, which displayed a series of information:


    ¡ª¡ª


    [Name: Orion]


    [Race: Giant]


    [Level: standard]


    [Age: 10 years]


    [Height: 7 feet]


    [Weight: 500 pounds]


    [Cock: 20 inches (average adult giant is 12)]


    [Strength: 5 (average for same-age giants is 10)]


    [Agility: 3 (average for same-age giants is 5)]


    [Intelligence: 8 (average for same-age giants is 3)]


    Title: Survivor


    Special:


    Path of Evolution: As a survivor in this world, though your current level is ordinary, your strength will gradually increase with age. Of course, if you''re ambitious, you can accelerate your growth through quests.


    ¡ª¡ª


    Orion''s eyes widened with excitement. "Is this... a cheat code?"


    He had heard of reincarnates gaining special abilities, but he hadn''t triggered his until now. Reading the panel, he saw his strength and agility were below average for giants.


    At ten years old, Orion stood 7 feet tall, but among the giant tribe, he was the smallest for his age.


    He wasn''t particularly concerned about his height, seeing a large body as a burden. What he cared about was strength and explosiveness.


    "What should I do to increase my strength?"


    As Orion pondered, the panel provided a prompt.


    [Newbie Quest Triggered: Do 100 push-ups, Strength +1]

 Ch 3 - How to make it hard?

    100 push-ups, a relatively simple task.


    Orion immediately placed his hands on the ground and began his push-ups.


    Despite his massive body being quite heavy, the giant''s physical prowess made the push-ups almost effortless.


    Orion quickly completed the hundred.


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    A voice echoed in his mind, and Orion noticed his arms seemed a bit more muscular, and he felt stronger.


    "Not bad, let''s test it out."


    Orion scanned his surroundings and locked his gaze on a large boulder.


    [Irregular Granite Boulder]


    [Weight: 1500 pounds]


    Orion stood beside the boulder, crouched down, and firmly grasped the base with both arms.


    "Heave-ho, up!"


    The yellow earth beneath his feet sank half an inch as the boulder wobbled off the ground, dust cascading down.


    Thud!


    He released his grip, and the boulder crashed back to the ground.


    Orion rubbed his hands together, feeling that this was his limit. Although he could barely lift it, it was quite strenuous.


    However, he couldn''t lift it at all before, so the +1 strength was clearly effective.


    As Orion pondered, the panel appeared with a new prompt:


    [Newbie task triggered, do 500 push-ups, time limit 10 minutes, Strength +1]


    "Alright, a new challenge."


    Orion was pleased. If he could keep completing tasks like this, he might become the strongest giant in the tribe in no time!


    But as he calmed down, Orion felt a bit daunted.


    500 push-ups in ten minutes?


    Compared to the previous task, the difficulty had skyrocketed, mainly due to the strict 10-minute limit.


    It worked out to about 0.8 push-ups per second?


    Orion glanced at his massive body, thinking it seemed a bit too challenging.Unlawfully taken from Royal Road, this story should be reported if seen on Amazon.


    "Wait, the task didn''t specify that the push-ups had to be done with perfect form."


    Orion had an idea.


    The time limit was strict, but there was no requirement for perfect form, so he could simplify some parts.


    Orion immediately lay on the ground, supporting himself with his hands. He didn''t use his arms or upper body, only lifting his hips and using his waist, like making love, repeatedly thrusting against the ground.


    "1, 2, 3..."


    "289, 290, 291..."


    "...499, 500!"


    He quickly completed the 500, and the system''s voice followed.


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    "Nice!"


    Orion felt his body brimming with strength, and even the fatigue vanished.


    He could try lifting that boulder again, and this time it felt like it wouldn''t take much effort!


    Plus, he discovered a loophole in the newbie tasks!


    Then, the panel displayed another prompt:


    [Newbie task triggered, do 1000 push-ups, must be standard form, time limit 30 minutes, Strength +1]


    Orion: "Holy shit."


    Damn, the loophole got patched quickly.


    The task updated to 1000 push-ups in 30 minutes, seemingly easier, but not really.


    It''s like requiring a 14-second 100-meter sprint but allowing 4 minutes for 1000 meters. The latter seems more lenient but is actually harder to achieve.


    Because stamina depletes during exercise, endurance is often tougher than bursts.


    1000 push-ups in 30 minutes, with standard form, was nearly impossible for Orion at 500 pounds.


    Orion thought for a moment, feeling a bit overwhelmed.


    Wait, the tribe''s shamans might have potions, and there could be something useful!


    Orion rummaged through his parents'' storage bags, searching.


    "So many things, I''ll just have to look around..."


    [Vibrating Eggplant]


    [Length: 17 inches]


    Function: A specialty of the Black Forest, capable of high-frequency vibrations.


    Description: A lady''s favorite


    ...


    [Sexy Bra]


    [Size: FFFFFFF]


    Description: Only a ship''s sail might need fabric this large


    ...


    [Beast skin condom]


    [Durability: 0/100]


    Description: For some reason, there''s a hole at the tip


    ...


    "So, is this why I came to this world?"


    "Mom and Dad''s collection is quite something. Why is there a condom?"


    After a bemused search, Orion finally found what he was looking for.


    [Endurance Potion]


    [Attribute: Alchemical Product]


    [Effect: Increases stamina and strength for 30 minutes, but causes a 10-minute weakness afterward]


    "This is it!"


    Orion uncorked the bottle and drank the potion.


    The orange-red liquid burned down his throat, spreading warmth through his body, filling him with energy!


    "I feel it!"


    Orion immediately started doing push-ups.


    The invigorating sensation was exhilarating, his body moving so fast it left a slight afterimage!


    He quickly completed the thousand push-ups.


    Orion clapped his hands, impressed by the alchemist''s potion. He didn''t even break a sweat after 1000 push-ups.


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    The familiar sensation returned, along with a new prompt on the panel:


    [Newbie task triggered, do 100 one-handed push-ups, Strength +1]


    Orion glanced at it and immediately began.


    The potion''s effects were still active, so he had to make the most of it.


    ...


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    ...


    [Newbie task triggered, do 200 one-handed push-ups, time limit 5 minutes...]


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    ...


    [Newbie task triggered, do 200 one-handed push-ups with each hand, time limit 10 minutes...]


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    Taking advantage of the endurance potion, Orion completed all the one-handed challenges, gaining +3 strength, bringing his total to 11!


    Great, now he could easily lift that 1500-pound boulder!


    Just as Orion was about to try, a new task prompt appeared in his mind, leaving him speechless.


    [Newbie task triggered, do 10 push-ups without using hands, Strength +1]


    Push-ups without using hands?!


    Besides hands, what other support could there be...


    Orion paused, looking at his cock.


    "Should... it hold?"


    "But not when it''s soft, it needs to be hard."


    How to make it hard?

 Ch4 - Big and hard

    Orion closed his eyes, trying to conjure an image of the orc women from the neighboring tribe. They had large breasts, big butts, and thick, meaty legs. He imagined them lifting his cock with both hands, taking it all into their mouths, but their sharp fangs would be an impediment...


    Nope!


    The orc women were just too ugly. Their appearance held no allure for Orion.


    Then he thought of elves, with their perfect features, elegance, and those long, enchanting ears. But alas, they were too small. With a giant''s body, making love with an elf might accidentally kill her.


    As soon as he thought of that, Orion''s cock, which had started to react, went limp again.


    His cock had grown from 20 inches to 25 inches, but it still wasn''t hard enough!


    He needed to imagine something truly enticing!


    Orion closed his eyes and suddenly remembered the succubi who had visited the Black Stone Tribe years ago to trade with his father.


    These succubi were stunningly beautiful, almost flawless, with an ethereal allure. Their bodies were perfectly proportioned, with curves accentuated by nearly transparent gowns.


    It was hard to imagine purity and seduction coexisting in a succubus.


    Orion had fantasized about stripping a succubus of her gown, grabbing her breast with one hand, lifting her leg with the other, and thrusting his massive cock into her.


    Watching a succubus moan lewdly beneath her pure facade was the ultimate pleasure for any male creature!


    With that thought, Orion''s cock sprang to life, reaching a length of 30 inches!


    Big and hard!


    Orion''s eyes lit up with excitement. He placed his hands behind his back and used his cock to support his 500-pound body!


    The special push-up challenge had officially begun!


    ...


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    ...


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    ...


    [Newbie task completed, reward: Strength +1]


    With the rewards tallied, his strength reached 14 points!If you spot this narrative on Amazon, know that it has been stolen. Report the violation.


    Fantastic, the feeling of growing stronger was exhilarating, though these tasks were a bit taxing on his anatomy.


    Orion sat on the ground, letting out a long breath.


    Just then, the tent flap was pushed aside by a giant hand, and a familiar face peeked in.


    "Mom! Dad!"


    "Hey, little guy! Look what your dad brought you!"


    Orion embraced his father, then they bumped arms in the giants'' unique greeting.


    After the greeting, Hyperion brought in the pile of game from outside.


    "Oh wow!"


    The rich, bloody scent of the game filled the air, indicating a successful hunt. There appeared to be at least 3000 pounds of meat and hides.


    The quality of the meat and hides was excellent, even including some elite-level game!


    His father patted Orion''s shoulder. "Go on, see what you want to eat, and we''ll cut some meat to roast over the fire!"


    "Hey."


    Orion''s mother looked at him for a moment, then said, "My child, I don''t know why, but you seem stronger than before."


    "I feel the same. Little guy, you seem stronger than a few days ago," Hyperion said. "If you don''t mind, show us your strongest feature."


    Strongest feature?


    Orion glanced at his crotch, instinctively pulling up his beast skirt. Though his cock was big and hard, it was best not to flaunt it to his parents.


    He looked around and lifted a 3000-pound bronze cauldron.


    "Wonderful!" Hyperion exclaimed. "Praise the Titan God, our Black Stone Tribe will have another strong warrior!"


    "Hehe," Orion chuckled bashfully.


    It seemed that with 14 points in strength, he was already considered exceptional among his peers in the tribe.


    Just then, Hyperion coughed, clutching his abdomen.


    Orion noticed blood dripping from his father''s feet.


    No wonder his father had a pained expression earlier. He thought the blood was from the game, but his father was injured too.


    Elite-level beasts were indeed tough to kill.


    Orion sighed, quickly helping his father into the tent to bandage the wound.


    That night, Orion leaned against the tent, deep in thought.


    The forest night was moonless, and as a giant, Orion wasn''t one to recite poetry to the moon.


    He pondered his future.


    The giants had lived in the Black Forest for generations, but the forest was fraught with danger.


    Besides giants, dozens of other tribes lived there, but none were the forest''s rulers, often clashing with each other.


    These were minor issues. In this era, the greatest threat to survival was the natural environment.


    The Black Forest lay in the Barren Mountains, where winters were long, and daylight was short, with most of the time shrouded in darkness.


    More troubling was that the forest was only safe for hunting during the day, as powerful beasts roamed at night, having wiped out several tribes.


    Orion knew he was weak now. To survive the harsh conditions of the Barren Mountains, he had to grow stronger.


    At ten years old, according to tribal customs, his carefree childhood was ending. He needed to move out of his parents'' tent, live independently, and learn combat skills.


    The rule that ten-year-olds must live independently might seem harsh, but that''s how the tribe worked. Only the elderly and children were allowed to lay down their weapons, and they were the tribe''s least useful members.


    Orion understood that he had to take up arms and contribute to the tribe''s survival and growth.


    The first step was choosing his future combat profession.


    The giant tribe had few professions: warrior, hunter, archer, and the most mysterious, shaman.


    "Little guy, your wisdom often surprises me. Since you were young, Phoebe and I thought you should become a powerful shaman," his father Hyperion said.


    Phoebe, while brewing potions, added, "I never said that, but I think you should choose what you like."


    Orion smiled.


    He wasn''t interested in being a shaman. He longed for strength, to become a mighty warrior, for strength was a man''s romance.


    Most importantly, Orion could see weapon compatibility on his panel:


    Trident: 1000%


    Greatsword: 100%


    Spear: 100%


    Staff: 90%


    Bow: 80%


    Dagger: 40%


    ...

 Ch 5 -The battle could begin

    The next day, Clymene, with her fiery red hair and breasts larger than their mother''s, found Orion. "These are the weapons we commonly use. They may not be the best, but they''re sturdy and reliable. Take a look."


    Orion walked into the armory and inspected the weapons. Unfortunately, there were no tridents, so he had to choose something else.


    Five minutes later, Orion emerged from the armory, holding a weapon in each hand.


    "Don''t be greedy. It''s best to focus on mastering one weapon," Clymene advised.


    "No, I think both of these suit me. One for close combat and one for ranged. Isn''t that great?"


    Clymene frowned slightly. "Come with me."


    Orion followed Clymene to a green tent, where a burly male giant soon emerged.


    "Hey, it''s been a long time, Clymene and Orion!"


    "James?"


    Orion was surprised and looked at his sister.


    "James is the strongest among your peers and has participated in two hunts. Let him spar with you."


    And maybe teach you a lesson about not overreaching... Clymene thought.


    James, excited, turned and grabbed a spiked club from his tent, shouting, "Let''s go to the arena!"


    The so-called arena was just a large wasteland, but it was a popular gathering spot for giants.


    "Hey, what are those two up to?"


    "Oh my, Orion is going to duel James, the weakest challenging the strongest of their age!"


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    In the center of the arena, the two giants faced off.


    James was more robust than Orion, standing 10 feet tall with a strength of 17, exuding an intimidating presence.


    Perhaps due to a newbie protection period, Orion could see James''s attributes on his panel. Surprisingly, James''s stats were higher than Orion''s, even after completing several tasks. Not only was his strength superior, but his agility was also higher.


    Indeed, he was strong.


    Orion glanced at the weapon in his hand.


    [Bone Greatsword]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 800 pounds]


    [Attack: 0-50]


    [Description: A greatsword made from the bones of an Ironbone Rhino, heavy and powerful but difficult to hit targets with]


    Such a heavy weapon was cumbersome to wield, let alone fight with.


    The other giants didn''t have high hopes for Orion, thinking he was bound to lose.


    But what they didn''t know was that when Orion picked up the weapon, a panel appeared before him.


    [Newbie Quest triggered, swing the greatsword 10 times to gain Basic Greatsword Mastery]


    "Alright..."


    "Let''s start, Orion! I''m going to knock you down!" James, impatient, shouted, eager to begin the fight.


    "Hey, don''t rush. Answer me this: do you have a girl you like? What do you think of my sister?" Orion suddenly asked.


    James was visibly taken aback, unsure why Orion would ask such a question now. But when Clymene was mentioned, James''s expression became noticeably awkward.


    In the Black Stone Tribe, Clymene was the dream girlfriend of countless male giants, James included.


    However, in James''s subconscious, to gain Clymene''s approval, he had to be more courageous and strong.


    So, James raised his spiked club and roared, "WAAAGH!"


    Orion quickly changed his tone, speaking in a voice only they could hear, "My sister''s breasts are big and round, and her butt is so plump. Do you want to know what shape her pubic hair is?"


    James''s arm, swinging the club, suddenly froze.


    "I..." James stammered, clearly enticed by Orion''s words.


    "Why aren''t you speaking? Do you actually like minotaurs or trolls?"


    "Personally, I think werewolves are nice, but they''re a bit small, and their fur is too thick. They don''t trim their pubic hair, so you might not even find the entrance during sex."


    Orion continued to chat casually, swinging the greatsword as he spoke.


    Soon, the task completion notification sounded.


    [Congratulations on completing the newbie quest. You have gained Basic Greatsword Mastery.]


    Upon hearing the notification, Orion checked the greatsword''s attributes.


    [Bone Greatsword: Standard]


    [Weight: 800 pounds]


    [Attack: 10-50]


    [Description: A greatsword made from the bones of an Ironbone Rhino, heavy and powerful but difficult to hit targets with]


    Great, the minimum damage had increased, ensuring any hit would deal damage!


    Orion felt relieved and looked at James.


    The battle could begin!

 Ch 6 -Good job, little guy

    James let out a roar and launched his attack. He leaped forward, feeling a sudden breeze on his backside¡ªhis beast skirt had torn, leaving his rear exposed.


    But the battle had begun, and there was no time to worry about such things. The most beautiful woman in the tribe was watching, and nothing showcased a man''s charm better than victory in battle!


    James''s towering figure landed heavily, swinging his spiked club with the force of a gale!


    Orion saw his move and quickly positioned the greatsword horizontally in front of him to block!


    With his newfound Basic Greatsword Mastery, Orion not only had a damage boost but also improved proficiency, making the greatsword feel less cumbersome.


    Bang!


    The sound of the massive impact echoed across the arena.


    James stood firm, while Orion, holding the greatsword, was pushed back several meters!


    "Strong, James, so strong! Amazing!"


    "No wonder he''s the top young giant in the tribe. I''m rooting for you!"


    The giants around the arena shouted, thrilled by the intense battle!


    James laughed heartily, pointing his spiked club at Orion. "Orion, I admit I''m not as smart as you, but in terms of strength and combat, you can''t beat me!"


    On the field, Orion shook his tingling right hand, a smile playing on his lips.


    James''s strength and speed were indeed formidable, but not unbeatable.


    Especially after their initial clash, Orion had a good sense of James''s limits!


    "Come on, let''s continue!" Orion shouted.


    The two clashed again!


    Giant battles were pure brute force, with no finesse, relying solely on strength.


    The ground cracked, stones flew, and small trees were snapped in half by the force of their swings!


    Orion gritted his teeth, feeling the strain.


    Though he could barely hold his own against James, his opponent had the upper hand. Without a change, James would eventually overpower him!


    Just then, a new message flashed before Orion!


    [Newbie quest triggered, hit the enemy 10 times with the greatsword to gain Intermediate Greatsword Mastery]Enjoying this book? Seek out the original to ensure the author gets credit.


    Here it was!


    This time, it was Intermediate Greatsword Mastery!


    Orion shifted slightly, plunging the greatsword into the ground, then sweeping it in a circle to block the spiked club''s swing!


    The newbie quest counter updated, showing 1/10!


    "Oh, not just the enemy, hitting the weapon counts too!?"


    That made it much easier!


    Orion was delighted, swinging the sword heavily but with more conservative movements and posture!


    He focused on completing the task, conserving his energy until he gained intermediate mastery, which would be his moment to counterattack!


    Ten weapon clashes!


    [Newbie quest completed, gained Intermediate Greatsword Mastery!]


    Finally, the damage attribute of the Bone Greatsword changed to: 20-55!


    And it wasn''t just the damage!


    Orion felt the greatsword suddenly become lighter, making it easier to wield!


    "Spacing out during a fight? Orion, watch me end this with one strike!"


    James roared, his massive body charging like a speeding truck.


    He leaped high, bringing the spiked club down from behind with all his might!


    "Whoa, a do-or-die strike, so cool, James!" The audience''s excitement reached a fever pitch.


    Clymene stood by, ready to intervene and stop the duel at any moment.


    However, Orion stood like a statue.


    It wasn''t until the spiked club was about to hit his face that Orion finally moved.


    From the start, this was a battle with a foregone conclusion. No one believed Orion, the weakest in the tribe, could defeat James. How could a shaman win a close combat fight against a warrior?


    Being able to exchange a few blows with James showed Orion had some skill, but that was it.


    But everyone watched in disbelief at the scene unfolding before them!


    Orion lowered his body, raising the greatsword horizontally, seemingly ready to take James''s heavy blow head-on.


    However, at the moment of impact, James felt something off in the feedback from his spiked club!


    Orion sidestepped, twisting the greatsword to deftly evade.


    James''s massive body and momentum crashed into the ground, but Orion didn''t let up. Using the momentum from the club''s fall, he swiftly swung the greatsword!


    Whirlwind Slash!


    As the greatsword was about to slice through James, Orion''s eyes narrowed, and he flipped the sword, striking James with the flat side!


    Boom!


    James was sent flying, landing heavily and passing out.


    "Oh my, what happened? James actually lost?!"


    "Orion, how did you do it?"


    The other giants were stunned. A shaman had defeated a warrior in close combat¡ªwas he a melee shaman?!


    Giants approached, patting Orion''s shoulder. "Good job, little guy. You''ve earned my respect today."


    Seeing her brother''s impressive performance, Clymene smiled. "Was that a sword technique you used?"


    "Yes," Orion admitted without hesitation.


    "Using a greatsword for the first time and pulling off a sword technique, your talent makes up for the physical gap." Clymene nodded. "I see you''re skilled with the greatsword. I suggest you focus on it and give up other weapons."


    Orion didn''t respond, picking up a spear from the ground. He intended to prove with actions that his choice was the right one.


    [Newbie quest triggered, swing the spear 10 times to gain Basic Spear Throwing Mastery]


    Orion casually swung the spear, quickly completing the task.


    Knowledge of spear techniques and some indescribable insights, like distance estimation and spear trajectory, appeared in his mind.


    "My brother, are you listening? What are you thinking? Do you think winning one fight makes you arrogant?" Clymene''s voice was stern, showing her irritation.


    Orion offered no explanation, instead looking up at the sky.


    Caw!


    A giant bird flew over the Black Wind Tribe, at least 100 meters high.


    Orion gripped the spear, and just as Clymene was about to continue, he threw it with force. In the next moment, the bird was pierced by the spear and fell to the ground.


    Clymene watched, speechless.


    Perhaps she needed to reevaluate her brother.

 Ch7 -My brother, you always surprise me

    The Blackstone Tribe wasn''t a large place.


    News of Orion''s victory over James quickly spread throughout the tribe. The giants talked excitedly and curiously, but when they remembered that Orion''s sister was Clymene, they understood.


    As the strongest young female warrior in the tribe, it wasn''t surprising that her brother had such talent.


    "Speaking of which, Orion is already 10 years old. He''s not a child anymore."


    "Yeah, who would''ve thought that the small-statured Orion could defeat James in close combat? It seems he has talent in fighting as well as magic. I''m looking forward to his future."


    In the chieftain''s tent, several elders were conversing.


    Hyperion sat in the chieftain''s seat, silent but inwardly pleased.


    Orion was his son, and whether he chose to be a shaman or a warrior, as long as he contributed to the survival and growth of the Blackstone Tribe, it was enough.


    Just then, a giant with a scar on his face rushed in, speaking urgently.


    "What? Clymene took half a year''s worth of food? How can that be?!"


    "Summer is almost over. Once autumn arrives, the Black Forest will be covered in snow, and food will be scarce. We must gather as much food and warm fur as possible. Why did you agree to her request?"


    "Slate, did you agree because you have a crush on Clymene?"


    "What? You tried to stop her, but she beat you up? You can''t even handle a woman? Are you really a bloodline warrior of the Blackstone Tribe?!"


    The elders erupted in chatter.


    "She said it was to nourish Orion. Her brother needs to grow!"


    Slate explained, stubbornly defending himself to the elders. "Is she just any woman? She''s Clymene!"


    The elders exchanged glances, then looked at Hyperion, who remained silent.


    "Ah, it''s just some food. We can hunt more. Besides, much of our stockpile was gathered by the chieftain''s hunting expeditions."


    "Yes, yes, let Orion have it. I saw his duel with James. Once he completes his bloodline awakening, he''ll be a great giant warrior."


    "Slate, really, this is a minor issue. No need to bother us with it. Off you go."


    ...


    Outside the tent, a greatsword and spear were stuck in the ground.


    Orion stood before them, lost in thought for over an hour, pondering a question.


    Since the battle ended, no new newbie proficiency quests had appeared. Orion felt eager to improve but lacked a way to do so.


    "Could it be that the condition is combat?"


    "But it''s strange. The push-up quests didn''t have this condition."


    Orion thought it might be related to his current attribute limits or endurance.


    "It seems becoming the strongest in a short time isn''t realistic. I need to take it step by step."


    Orion sighed and returned to his family''s tent.


    "Mom, I''ve gained the tribe''s recognition. I defeated James!"This tale has been pilfered from Royal Road. If found on Amazon, kindly file a report.


    Phoebe, pounding herbs with a bone stick, looked up, pleased. "That''s my son. May the Titan God bless you to become as strong a warrior as your sister!"


    "But I heard you want to use two weapons. Is that true?"


    Orion nodded. "Actually, there''s another weapon that suits me better, but the tribe doesn''t have it."


    Contrary to his expectations, his mother didn''t offer conservative advice. Phoebe just smiled. "As you wish, child. Your sister told me you''re a true genius. You don''t need to follow others'' opinions."


    "Thanks, Mom!"


    Just then, the tent flap opened, and Hyperion entered, beaming, and embraced Orion. "Son! You know, after our discussion, you have the right to choose your tent in the best area of the tribe!"


    "Really?" Orion was excited.


    The best area was where Orion''s parents lived.


    Clymene was the strongest young female warrior in the Blackstone Tribe, Phoebe was a rare and valuable shaman, and Hyperion, the chieftain and core leader of the hunting party, was powerful and held a high status.


    Their residence was naturally at the heart of the tribe.


    "Son, you can live near us. Your mother chose this spot specially," Phoebe explained. "The magic concentration here is higher than in other areas. Living here will benefit you."


    "Thank you, Mother, but that would make me feel like a child still nursing," Orion laughed, shaking his head. "I''m a true warrior, ready to embrace my destiny and honor. Please let me live independently."


    "Alright."


    Phoebe was reluctant, but her son was 10 years old, ready to learn independence.


    The next day, accompanied by Clymene, Orion found a more secluded spot, home to an old, one-eyed giant warrior.


    "This warrior is our tribe''s honored warrior. He achieved many feats in his youth. You should get along with him," Clymene introduced with a smile.


    Orion took a closer look at the one-eyed giant.


    Tall but slow-moving, his remaining eye held a deep, somber gaze, resembling an elder nearing the end of his days.


    "Hello, esteemed honored warrior. My name is Orion. We''ll be neighbors from now on," Orion greeted.


    "Oh, just call me Kolgor."


    The old one-eyed giant seemed taciturn, turning back to his tent after speaking.


    Thud! Thud! Thud!


    A rhythmic tremor shook the ground.


    Orion turned to see his sister emptying a special beast stomach bag of hides and large beast bones, arranging them neatly on the ground.


    Clymene used no tools, simply punching a thick leg bone into the ground like a nail, leaving half exposed.


    "My brother, what do you think?"


    Orion shrugged. "It''s alright. Nothing to brag about. I could do that too."


    "Then... how about this?"


    Finding her fist too easy, Clymene hefted her large breast, aiming it at the exposed leg bone, and slammed it down!


    Thud!


    The leg bone was driven entirely into the ground.


    "How about it? Want to try?" Clymene boasted.


    "What''s there to brag about? Watch me!"


    Orion mustered all his strength, slamming down, but the leg bone only went halfway into the ground.


    "Haha, you''re not quite there yet. Not like me..."


    Before Clymene could finish, Orion acted again.


    He quickly removed his beast skirt, revealing his massive cock, and swung it like a club!


    Thud!


    The leg bone was instantly buried in the ground.


    "Cool!" Clymene said. "My brother, you always surprise me."


    With Clymene''s help, Orion''s tent was soon built, spacious and sturdy.


    He moved in, the interior simply decorated but using the tribe''s finest hides and materials.


    Lying on the soft hides, Orion recalled his duel with James.


    His strength was sufficient, but his speed was lacking. He needed to improve his agility.


    As if in response, a panel prompt appeared before him.


    [Newbie quest triggered, run 5 kilometers with a 20-pound weight, Agility +1]


    "Here we go, time to get stronger!" Orion was thrilled and accepted the quest immediately.


    A red glow enveloped him, and Orion felt a slight weight, but nothing more.


    The extra 20 pounds was negligible to him. He began running and quickly completed the newbie quest.


    [Newbie quest completed, Agility +1]


    Then, the panel displayed a new challenge!


    [Newbie quest triggered, run 10 kilometers with a 200-pound weight, time limit 25 minutes, Agility +1]


    Ten kilometers, 25 minutes, and with a weight... Orion was contemplative.


    On Earth, the best athletes had a 10-kilometer record of about 26 minutes.


    The newbie quest demanded 25 minutes, with a 200-pound weight. The old record wouldn''t even meet this newbie standard.


    But with a giant''s powerful physique, it wasn''t an issue.


    Orion completed it in just 21 minutes.


    "Huff, huff..."


    Orion was sweaty, taking a short break before the panel presented another prompt.


    [Newbie quest triggered, run 10 kilometers with a 2000-pound weight, time limit 30 minutes, Agility +1]


    The difficulty increased exponentially. Orion weighed only 500 pounds but had to carry four times his weight. It was incredible.


    A red glow flashed, adding 2000 pounds to Orion. He took a few steps, feeling the ground sink half an inch!


    "No, this is too hard for me!" Orion felt the weight, and after 100 meters, he stopped.


    "This quest is impossible for now."


    Orion was exhausted. With his current stamina, 10 kilometers would take at least 50 minutes, far from completing the newbie quest.


    The red glow flashed again, and Orion felt lighter, the weight gone.


    Then, the newbie quest changed.


    [Newbie quest triggered, eat 20 pounds of fresh meat, Strength +1]


    [Note: Must be from a standard level or higher beast]

 Hiding behind a woman wasnt his style

    The quest changed, and it became quite simple.


    Orion was taken aback.


    Could this be a newbie perk? This panel was really considerate.


    Eating some meat was easy enough, and Clymene had left him plenty of jerky.


    Orion grabbed a piece and stuffed it into his mouth. The jerky here wasn''t as tasty as Earth''s meat, just basic salty flavor and nothing else.


    He chewed a couple of times and swallowed.


    He stared at the panel, noticing no change in the data¡ªit still read 0/20 pounds.


    Could it be that the task required freshly hunted meat? Processed meat didn''t count?


    Orion thought for a moment and decided to hunt for himself, which would also be good practice.


    But it was getting late, and the night was dangerous. Better to rest and hunt in the morning.


    "The target should be around the tribe, not too far," Orion thought.


    Just as he lay down, a voice came from outside the tent.


    "Orion, are you awake?"


    The voice was familiar. Orion opened the tent, surprised. "Elder Rendall, what brings you here?"


    Orion noticed a burly female giant beside Rendall.


    This female giant was incredibly strong, especially her breasts, which were like two ripe pumpkins.


    Her arms were thicker than Orion''s thighs.


    She might be the second strongest female giant in the Blackstone Tribe, after Clymene... Orion mused.Stolen from its original source, this story is not meant to be on Amazon; report any sightings.


    But the female giant seemed shy, keeping her head down.


    Rendall smiled. "Orion, I saw your duel with James today. I recognize your potential. You''ll become a powerful bloodline warrior."


    Orion had a hunch about Rendall''s purpose and shook his head slightly. "Elder Rendall, becoming a bloodline warrior isn''t simple. Giants must undergo rigorous trials, and only those who succeed can become bloodline warriors."


    "Plus, the awakening process is tough. Statistics show an 80% mortality rate for warriors attempting the trial in the Blackstone Tribe."


    Worse, this 80% wasn''t an ordinary probability. Only the most talented young giants, like James, dared to attempt becoming bloodline warriors.


    For such talents, the mortality rate was high, indicating the difficulty.


    Of course, Orion wasn''t refusing to become a bloodline warrior. He was refusing something else, which Elder Rendall surely understood.


    After all, Orion couldn''t accept the giants'' aesthetics in the tribe. He still held human standards from Earth.


    Black stockings, pencil skirts, big butts...


    But Elder Rendall pretended not to understand, continuing to promote his daughter. "My daughter Ursa may not be as strong as your sister, but she''s a rare beauty in the Blackstone Tribe."


    "She''s quite strong, having killed a standard level brown bear alone. If you two unite, you''ll surely produce stronger offspring!"


    No thanks, I''m afraid her large breasts might suffocate me...


    Orion thought and politely declined. "Elder, I''m only 10 and just moved out of my parents'' tent. I''m not ready for marriage and children."


    Rendall seemed disappointed but advised, "Boy, if you''re looking for a woman, consider marrying my daughter. The bloodline warrior challenge is dangerous, and you might die. Don''t you want to experience a man''s pleasures before that?"


    Damn, it''s like he''s talking about unfulfilled last wishes, Orion sighed.


    He wanted to experience a man''s pleasures, but clearly not with Ursa.


    Maybe Ursa was charming by giant standards, but to Orion, she was less appealing than a standard level brown bear.


    Orion changed the subject, asking about brown bears and other beasts.


    The weather was getting colder, and Orion planned to stock up on food and furs before the long winter.


    He didn''t need much for himself, mainly for the Blackstone Tribe.


    Though giants were strong, they couldn''t withstand the Black Forest''s harsh environment. Every winter, some tribe members died from hunger and cold.


    "You''re a commendable lad. If possible, I''d have you and Ursa together tonight. Her body is ready for you," Rendall praised Orion''s courage and dedication, then shared the brown bear''s location.


    Elder Rendall emphasized that while brown bears were standard level beasts, they were aggressive. He suggested Ursa accompany Orion for safety.


    Orion firmly refused Elder Rendall''s proposal.


    Hiding behind a woman wasn''t his style.

 Solo hunt

    That night, Orion couldn''t sleep; he was somewhat nervous.


    Hunting was different from sparring¡ªit was real combat, with bloodshed. The Black Forest was full of dangers, and even his father had been injured there.


    For a novice like himself, one wrong move could be fatal.


    Orion spent a lot of time preparing his weapons and making simple traps.


    Of course, he had a little hope... while making the traps, Orion was waiting for the panel to trigger a new quest.


    But even after making five traps, there was no prompt from the panel.


    It seemed the newbie quests were selective, not triggered by just anything.


    Orion opened the panel to check his attributes:


    [Name: Orion]


    [Race: Giant]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Age: 10 years]


    [Height: 7 feet]


    [Weight: 500 pounds]


    [Cock: 20.5 inches]


    [Strength: 14 (average for giants is 10)]


    [Agility: 5 (average for giants is 5)]


    [Intelligence: 8 (average for giants is 3)]


    Title: Survivor


    Skills: Intermediate Greatsword Mastery, Basic Spear Throwing Mastery


    Special: Path of Evolution


    Path of Evolution: As a survivor in this world, though your current level is ordinary, your strength will gradually increase with age. Of course, if you''re ambitious, you can accelerate your growth through quests.Stolen from its rightful place, this narrative is not meant to be on Amazon; report any sightings.


    His height and weight hadn''t changed much, but his cock had grown longer again.


    Unfortunately, he wasn''t Wukong; otherwise, he would definitely make good use of this ''stick''.


    As Orion checked the panel and cleaned his spear with animal hide, he triggered a new quest!


    [Newbie quest triggered: Hit enemies 10 times with a spear from a distance to gain Intermediate Spear Throwing Mastery]


    "Simple."


    Orion looked down and saw an ant crawling on the ground. He threw his spear with precision, hitting it directly.


    However, the quest progress didn''t increase; it remained 0/10. Clearly, such actions weren''t recognized.


    Orion sighed.


    It seemed he had to face real creatures.


    Newbie quests were relatively simple, with conditions and difficulty not set too high, but overly clever actions weren''t allowed.


    After a night''s rest, Orion ventured into the Black Forest at dawn.


    The Blackstone Tribe controlled a small area in the eastern part of the Black Forest, with a territory extending 100 kilometers around.


    But for safety, Orion only dared to venture within a 10-kilometer radius.


    This was Orion''s first solo hunt, so he was cautious yet excited. It was a chance to prove his courage and strength.


    Completing this solo hunt would surely earn him rewards from his parents.


    Orion searched the forest and soon spotted a grazing elk.


    But the elk was wary. Orion''s large size made it impossible to mask his footsteps. As he approached, the elk sensed danger and fled.


    Orion frowned and checked its information:


    [Beast: Elk]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 470 pounds]


    [Strength: 4]


    [Agility: 12]


    [Stamina: 5]


    Traits: Elk are gentle herbivores with weak aggression, rarely initiating attacks. Their vigilance is high, and speed is their greatest advantage.


    Given the elk''s agility of 12, Orion couldn''t hope to catch it with his current abilities.


    In the Black Forest, beasts weren''t scarce.


    Soon, Orion encountered another elk.


    This time, he held his breath and crept closer, but when he was 30 meters away, the elk turned and ran.


    "So sensitive!"


    Orion couldn''t catch the elk, so he picked up his spear and threw it with force. The spear flew like an arrow through the trees, hitting the elk''s neck with precision!


    A lethal strike, the spear killed the elk instantly!


    The quest progress updated, showing 1/10 for spear throwing mastery.


    Orion took out a sharp knife and cut a piece of meat from the elk, eating it raw.


    Before this, he had always eaten cooked food or processed jerky. Eating raw was a different kind of ''enjoyment.''


    He quickly consumed 20 pounds of raw meat, completing the quest and gaining +1 strength.


    The quest then changed.


    [Newbie quest triggered: Drink 10 gallons of fresh beast blood, Strength +1]


    Drinking blood... the bloodthirsty nature in his giant genes didn''t mind it. Orion quickly drank the beast blood.


    Afterward, his mouth was stained with blood, making him look like a fearsome ogre.


    Though he looked terrifying, the feeling of increased strength was fantastic.

 Solo hunt II

    Returning to the elk''s body, Orion marked its location.


    Summer was ending, and the Blackstone Tribe was gathering supplies for the long winter.


    This elk hunt left Orion with plenty of meat, and he didn''t want it to go to waste.


    But just marking the spot might not be enough. Orion thought for a moment, climbed a large tree, and hid the elk''s body, planning to retrieve it later.


    He continued exploring, looking for places with beast tracks to set traps.


    Orion''s craftsmanship wasn''t crude, but the traps could only catch small creatures. Larger prey would easily crush them.


    Soon, Orion made a new discovery.


    [Beast: Red-Eyed Bunny]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 115 pounds]


    [Strength: 7]


    [Agility: 10]


    [Stamina: 2]


    Traits: Don''t be fooled by their cute appearance; these are carnivorous beasts, skilled in group hunting, but stamina is their weakness.


    Orion: "..."


    A 115-pound bunny?


    These bunnies were larger than big dogs on Earth. When they saw Orion, they instinctively hid in their burrows.


    But noticing Orion was alone, the rabbits began emerging, surrounding him.


    Their blood-red eyes were unsettling.


    I thought bunnies were herbivores... are these bunnies trying a new diet? Orion surveyed his surroundings.


    The roles of hunter and prey had reversed. The bunnies emerged from all sides, launching an attack on Orion.


    These bunnies were incredibly agile, attacking from multiple directions.


    "Whirlwind Slash!" Orion raised his greatsword, seizing the opportunity for a horizontal sweep. With Intermediate Mastery, he instantly killed five bunnies!


    Simultaneously, a newbie quest triggered!The narrative has been illicitly obtained; should you discover it on Amazon, report the violation.


    [Kill 5/100 creatures with a greatsword to gain Advanced Greatsword Mastery]


    [Advanced Greatsword Mastery: Increases damage by 50% and attack speed by 20% when using a greatsword.]


    Cool! Besides increased base damage, there''s an attack speed boost! Orion''s eyes lit up, focusing on the remaining bunnies like treasure.


    Despite their size, the bunnies were no match for the Bone Greatsword. Scarlet blood splattered in a circle. Seeing Orion''s prowess, the remaining bunnies turned to flee.


    But Orion wasn''t letting them go! He raised his hand, throwing the spear like a meteor, skewering the rabbits and pinning them to a tree!


    [Newbie quest completed: Hit enemies 10/10 times with a spear from a distance, gaining Intermediate Spear Throwing Mastery]


    The quest completion message popped up, and Orion felt more proficient with the spear.


    He pulled the spear from the tree, attacking again, predicting the position to kill a bunny nearing its burrow!


    Another newbie quest triggered.


    [Kill 1/100 creatures with a spear to gain Advanced Spear Mastery]


    [Advanced Spear Throwing Mastery: Increases ranged damage by 50% and accuracy by 20% when using a spear]


    ...


    In just a short time, he had killed over ten red-eyed bunnies, gaining nearly 1000 pounds of food and fur. This was a significant haul, marking him as an accomplished hunter.


    Food was a precious resource, especially with summer ending. As autumn approached, the temperature in the Black Forest would plummet.


    This period would become increasingly difficult for hunting, and come winter, they would face severe food shortages.


    If luck turned sour and they encountered a large dark beast tide, their situation would become even more dire.


    "Little Bunny Foo Foo, I don''t want to see you..." Orion hummed as he skewered the bunnies'' bodies with his spear and slung them over his shoulder, preparing to head back.


    Suddenly, he heard the sound of one of his traps being triggered, followed by the cries of a beast.


    "Got something!" Orion quickly followed the sound and discovered a giant lizard!


    [Beast: Komodo lizard]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 800 pounds]


    [Strength: 9]


    [Agility: 4]


    [Stamina: 8]


    Traits: A scavenger with basic toxin immunity, capable of swallowing prey ten times its size.


    A Komodo Lizard... Orion was surprised. These lizards weren''t part of the giants'' diet, mainly because their meat was dry, tough, and slightly toxic, making it nearly inedible.


    However, its stomach was highly elastic, making it excellent for crafting storage bags.


    While not the best quality, such a storage bag was valuable to Orion.


    Orion approached the Komodo Lizard, which was agitated, hissing angrily in an attempt to scare him off.


    "Stop making noise, you''re annoying!"


    With that, Orion used his greatsword to send the lizard to meet its ancestors.


    He then began to disassemble the lizard, extracting its stomach.


    Orion found a water source to clean out the stomach''s contents, then packed the bunnies'' bodies inside.


    Weapons, uh... no luck.


    Orion tried to fit his weapons inside, but it was impossible. Clearly, this Komodo lizard''s stomach wasn''t as good as the storage bag in his father''s tent.


    After handling these tasks, Orion looked up. Light filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor.


    "It''s getting dark. Spending the night outside the forest is dangerous. I need to head back."


    Orion planned to retrace his steps, retrieve the elk carcass from the tree, and return to the tribe.


    Unexpectedly, he found a surprise along the way¡ªa lone wolf.


    The wolf had been caught in one of his traps, its foot snared, unable to move quickly, leaving a trail of blood.


    "Though wolf meat isn''t the tastiest, it''s valuable food when resources are scarce."


    Orion prepared to put the poor wolf out of its misery, but just as he was about to crush its skull with his greatsword, the panel displayed a new quest prompt.


    [Feed a beast 10 times to gain Basic Beast Taming Skill]

 Survivors Chest

    Orion rummaged through the stomach bag and tore off a piece of thigh meat to feed the wolf.


    But the wolf only growled at him, its instincts driving it to ward off other creatures when injured.


    Should he release it from the trap? That wouldn''t work; it might run away.


    Orion pondered for a few seconds, then placed the meat closer to the wolf and hid.


    Sure enough, the cautious wolf gradually lowered its guard and began tearing into the bunny meat.


    When Orion reappeared, the wolf''s gaze was no longer filled with hostility.


    "Here you go."


    Feeding it would help complete the quest faster and conserve food. Orion tore the bunny apart.


    A 100-pound prey was easy to tear apart.


    Soon, the wolf finished ten pieces of rabbit meat, and Orion completed the quest, gaining the Basic Beast Taming skill.


    [Basic Beast Taming]


    Effect: Can tame beasts below elite level.


    This skill was powerful in the Black Forest, allowing Orion to easily connect with and tame lower-level beasts.


    After eating, the wolf was no longer hostile towards Orion, though still a bit wary... for instance, it would instinctively back away when Orion approached.


    Orion pried open the trap and tended to the wolf''s wound.


    During this process, the wolf gradually calmed down.


    Seeing the timing was right, Orion placed his hand on the wolf''s head, stroking its fur while using the taming skill.


    Soon, Orion felt a unique bond with the wolf.


    Simply put, Orion could sense its emotions, and some commands could be conveyed through thought.


    More importantly, the wolf developed loyalty towards Orion.


    Now it was affectionate, snuggling against his leg like a dog.


    "Wow, it''s like witnessing the domestication from wolf to dog," Orion chuckled, thinking of a name for the wolf.


    Let''s call it... Woofer.


    "Today''s haul was good, though not as dangerous as I expected," Orion clapped his hands.


    Perhaps it was because he hadn''t ventured deep into the forest. Orion was still weak and wouldn''t foolishly run into the forest alone.Unauthorized reproduction: this story has been taken without approval. Report sightings.


    "Woofer, let''s go home!"


    Orion led the wolf back, stopping near the elk carcass''s hiding spot when he suddenly halted.


    He looked up, hearing a strange rustling above, and saw a massive curved tree branch trembling.


    A tree branch?


    Orion paused, realizing it was a giant snake!


    The snake was devouring his hunted elk, already halfway through!


    Fuck! This snake was trying to steal his prize!


    Furious, Orion charged like a leopard, climbing swiftly.


    He grabbed the snake''s tail and yanked it from the tree!


    Now, Orion could see all the snake''s information:


    [Beast: Dark Python]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 820 pounds]


    [Strength: 12]


    [Agility: 8]


    [Stamina: 12]


    Traits: Originally a regular forest python, mutated by mystical forces to possess dark attributes, becoming extremely aggressive with higher stats than ordinary beasts.


    Orion was slightly startled; the snake''s stats were nearly on par with his!


    "Woofer, intimidate it!"


    The wolf, hearing the command, bristled and charged at the Dark Python, growling lowly!


    The Dark Python stopped swallowing, spitting out the elk carcass.


    It slithered forward silently, its massive body making no sound.


    Hiss!


    It flicked its tongue, suddenly lunging at Woofer!


    The strength of a dark beast was incomparable to a normal beast. In an instant, the Dark Python was upon the wolf, jaws wide to snap its neck!


    But a spear fell from the sky!


    The Dark Python sensed danger, slithering right to narrowly avoid the strike!


    "So fast, its agility surpasses James." Orion, holding his greatsword, leaped from the tree.


    Moreover, its combat instincts as a beast were far superior... Orion frowned.


    Then use the simplest method! Overwhelm it with numbers.


    Orion shouted, "Woofer, attack with me!"


    Giant and wolf charged the Dark Python, which reared up, mouth widening!


    Whoosh!


    A jet of black venom shot out like an arrow. Orion raised his greatsword to shield himself, then sidestepped!


    Rip!


    The black venom corroded a large hole in the greatsword, then hit the ground, turning a patch of green grass yellow!


    Orion reached the python, sweeping the greatsword.


    The blade cut into the snake, but the dark power had toughened its muscles beyond Orion''s expectations, stopping the blade half an inch in!


    Meanwhile, Woofer bit the snake, causing it to thrash in pain!


    It twisted, sweeping its tail!


    Woofer yelped, flying back, and Orion blocked with his right arm, his arm bruising!


    Seeing it couldn''t defeat its foes, the Dark Python tried to flee, but Orion had spent too long fighting to let it escape!


    The battle resumed, Orion too focused to check the panel''s new quest, intent only on killing the snake!


    Finally, under the relentless assault of giant and wolf, the blade pierced the Dark Python''s head, pinning it to the ground!


    The Dark Python let out a final wail, then fell silent!


    [Newbie quest progress: Advanced Greatsword Mastery 11/100]


    Triggered Advanced Greatsword Mastery? Orion was surprised; was that the notification?


    Six strikes, no... I hit the python more than six times, there must be other conditions.


    Orion opened the panel to check the quest details, and sure enough:


    [Newbie quest triggered: Perform 100 weak point attacks or kills with a greatsword to gain Advanced Greatsword Mastery]


    "Weak point attacks, probably like eyes or heart," Orion mused. If he mastered Advanced Greatsword Mastery, could he easily hit weak points with any attack?


    "Awoo!"


    A wolf''s howl came from afar, Woofer alerting him to something.


    "Just a snake, what''s the fuss, did you find a treasure chest or something... what?!"


    Orion was shocked to see an actual treasure chest!


    A treasure chest from killing a monster? What was this, a video game?


    [Special Item: Survivor''s Chest]


    [Description: A reward that survivors may receive after solo kills, a chest that can only be opened by survivors]


    Survivors, in plural form.


    Did this mean Orion wasn''t alone in this world, that other Earthlings had arrived and were called survivors?


    If so, how could he contact these survivors?

 Blood Rage

    After placing the elk carcass into the storage bag, Orion examined the Survivor''s Chest. Its appearance was unassuming, lacking any luxurious feel, yet it exuded an ancient and mysterious aura.


    The chest wasn''t locked, and Orion easily lifted the lid to reveal a bottle of blue potion inside.


    The potion''s neck was open, releasing a continuous stream of blue vapor.


    "Feels cool." Orion sniffed it, feeling a wave of comfort wash over him, erasing the fatigue from battle and slowly healing his wounds.


    Whoa, this sensation, this smell?!


    An otherworldly Viagra?!


    Orion was thrilled. Through the panel, he could see the potion''s attributes:


    [Ancient Titan Potion]


    [Function: Increases each attribute by (1-10) upon consumption. Ineffective if any attribute exceeds 90. Shelf life: 1 hour.]


    Titans, the pinnacle of both human and giant races¡ªwas this a potion they left behind?


    "What pure power!" Orion was amazed, realizing the potion held immense potential, but its essence was evaporating.


    This meant the sooner he consumed it, the better the effect. If he waited over an hour, the potion would become completely ineffective.


    However, based on his previous experience with potions, Orion knew that alchemical potions often carried mild side effects.


    The Titan Potion was likely no different, and its effects might be stronger and more potent than regular alchemical potions.


    Orion patted his companion. "Woofer, take me to a quiet, safe place."


    Awoo!


    To ensure safety and maximize the potion''s effects, Orion, led by Woofer, found a secluded cave.


    The entrance was narrow, and Orion''s large frame couldn''t fit through. Fortunately, the surrounding rock wasn''t too hard, so he used brute force to widen the entrance and squeezed inside.


    "This layout, it might be a thief''s tunnel or a rare mine." Orion observed his surroundings, noting that while the entrance was small, the interior was spacious.


    How did Woofer find such an odd place?


    No time to ponder, Orion used branches and scattered stones to conceal the entrance, creating a makeshift hideout.


    Hmm, this stone feels strange?


    Orion touched the stone, feeling a slight heat from the powder in his hand.


    Firestone!


    It really was firestone!This narrative has been purloined without the author''s approval. Report any appearances on Amazon.


    Orion looked around and quickly found scattered pieces of firestone, realizing he was in a mine!


    "I wonder how much firestone is here. If it''s over 1000 pounds, that''d be great."


    At that moment, the panel provided a prompt.


    [Newbie Reminder: You''ve discovered a firestone mine with a reserve of 100 tons.]


    "Holy fuck, 100 tons, am I seeing this right?"


    Orion was so excited he nearly jumped.


    Firestone was a highly burn-resistant mineral, extremely rare.


    Just one ton of firestone could keep the Blackstone Tribe warm through the winter.


    Giants lived in simple conditions, mostly in tents. In past winters, they relied on deadwood and dry moss for warmth, rarely using precious firestone.


    If the Blackstone Tribe could occupy this mine before winter and start mining, they''d have enough firestone to survive!


    But now wasn''t the time to explore the mine. Orion memorized the location, then prepared to consume the Titan Potion, instructing Woofer to stand guard.


    "Let''s begin!"


    Orion tilted his head back and drank the Titan Potion, the cool liquid sliding down his throat like refreshing summer beer.


    But soon, the potion turned scorching and volatile!


    Orion''s face twisted in pain as his muscles and body turned green, swelling, veins bulging like worms across his skin!


    "Ahhhhh!!!"


    Orion gritted his teeth, unprepared for such a violent reaction. The burning sensation engulfed him, making him feel like he was about to burst.


    He felt like a balloon, ready to pop.


    "Awoo! Awoo¡ª" Woofer stood by anxiously, unable to help.


    Unbearable pain consumed Orion''s mind, eroding his will!


    But just as Orion was about to give in, a mysterious force emerged from his heart, coursing through his body before slowly fading.


    Gradually, Orion''s body stopped swelling and began returning to normal.


    Orion didn''t notice any of this; he only felt the world go dark as he lost consciousness.


    ...


    Orion didn''t know how long had passed when he felt something gently licking his arm, waking him up.


    "I''m okay."


    "Awoo!"


    Orion patted Woofer''s head, smiling. Once his senses returned, he immediately checked his attributes:


    [Name: Orion]


    [Race: Giant]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Age: 10 years]


    [Height: 7.2 feet]


    [Weight: 530 pounds]


    [Cock: 22 inches]


    [Strength: 24]


    [Agility: 15]


    [Intelligence: 18]


    Title: Survivor


    Skills: Intermediate Greatsword Mastery, Intermediate Spear Throwing Mastery, Basic Beast Taming Skill


    Special Skill: Blood Rage


    "Great, definitely some good growth!" Orion felt the changes in his body, filled with energy, and he had grown taller.


    Besides the changes in basic attributes, the panel showed a new special skill called Blood Rage, though its effects weren''t specified, leaving Orion curious.


    Orion glanced at the sky, realizing there was no time to ponder.


    The sun was setting, and the Black Forest at night was dangerous. He needed to return to the tribe quickly.


    First, mark this location to ensure he could find it next time... Orion looked around, finding no distinctive landmarks.


    Thinking for a moment, he said to Woofer, "You can remember this place, right? Can you lead us back next time?"


    Woofer lifted a leg and urinated at the cave entrance.


    With Basic Beast Taming, Orion and Woofer established a unique mental connection, allowing him also to find the place through scent.


    "Alright, let''s head home," Orion said with a smile.


    His first hunt had been fruitful, likely to surprise his mom!


    Though it might not impress his sister and dad, seasoned warriors who regularly hunted elite beasts, they wouldn''t be too concerned with his small-scale efforts.


    Oh right, I can go tease James. I heard that although he participated in two hunts, he contributed little and never hunted alone!


    ...


    On the way back, night had fully fallen, and the forest echoed with the occasional growl of beasts.


    Orion felt uneasy and quickened his pace.


    Just 20 more minutes to reach the tribe, please let nothing go wrong.


    As Orion thought this, a brown bear appeared before him, its size rivaling an elephant, its fur blood-red, like a strange flame burning!


    Orion was startled, checking its information through the panel:


    [Magical Beast: Flame Magical Bear]


    [Level: Elite]


    [Weight: 1500 pounds]


    [Strength: 31]


    [Agility: 14]


    [Magic: 53]


    Skill: Flame Breath


    Traits: An adult magical beast capable of enhancing its attacks with fire.


    Oh no, this isn''t a regular beast!


    This is an elite magical beast, and it''s in its prime!

 Blood Rage II

    "Woofer, run!" Orion shouted, grabbing Woofer and fleeing without a second glance!


    But a massive fireball erupted behind them, turning the night into day!


    Flame Breath!


    Boom¡ª


    The explosive fireball scattered, igniting trees and rapidly raising the surrounding temperature.


    The crimson flames lit up the night like flares.


    On the walls of the Blackstone Tribe.


    "Look, what is that?" a giant guard shouted.


    "Fire! Are those damned centaurs attacking again? Or is it a fire-type magical beast rampage?!" another guard panicked, instinctively running towards the chieftain''s tent, but halfway there, he remembered something and turned towards the elders'' tent.


    It was a special time, and he needed to report to the elders quickly.


    ...


    Boom!


    Scorching flames swept through, setting trees ablaze.


    Orion couldn''t slow his pace, desperately fleeing towards the tribe.


    But the Flame Magical Bear was closing in, its savage roars and fiery breath echoing through the forest. With a roar, it summoned a massive fireball from its mouth!


    Boom!


    A thousand-year-old tree was struck, snapping and about to crush Woofer!


    "Damn it!"


    Orion roared, surging forward, using his muscular right arm to barely hold the falling trunk!


    "Run!"


    Woofer howled and darted away.


    But the delay allowed the magical beast to reach Orion, snapping at him!


    Orion dodged aside, the bear''s impact cracking the ground, and it roared at him again.Find this and other great novels on the author''s preferred platform. Support original creators!


    No escape, only a fight... Orion forced himself to calm down, his body trembling slightly.


    Was it tension or fear?


    No... it was the twisted excitement in his bloodline when facing a formidable foe!


    "Come on, fight me!"


    Orion stomped the ground, charging the bear, his greatsword slashing down!


    Bang!


    The bear''s claws were as hard as steel, clashing with Orion''s greatsword, locking them in a stalemate!


    But Orion quickly realized the bear''s strength was increasing, making it hard to hold the sword!


    Boom!


    The bear''s other claw swiped, forcing Orion to withdraw and roll, a wave of fire engulfing his vision!


    The unstoppable Flame Breath left Orion charred, his hair singed, his body blackened.


    Orion gritted his teeth, and in this dire moment, the panel displayed a prompt!


    [Newbie task triggered: Eat 20 pounds of Flame Magical Bear meat, Defense +5]


    Oh shit... Orion almost cursed. Was he supposed to eat the bear''s meat mid-battle?


    Spit!


    Orion wiped the blood from his mouth.


    Want to eat meat? Fine.


    Survive, complete the task, and all will be well. Fail, and he''d be the bear''s dinner.


    The crimson flames turned the surroundings into a sea of fire, stark against the dark night.


    Orion knew his tribe would notice the disturbance and come quickly.


    Calculating the distance, he needed to hold out for about 10 more minutes.


    Ten minutes... once his parents arrived, they''d easily kill the bear!


    He couldn''t overpower it now, so he had to stall.


    Orion continued fighting the bear, keenly aware of his surroundings, adrenaline heightening his senses, dodging each lethal attack!


    "Ha!"


    Orion seized an opening, using his greatsword to push the bear back, then swiftly drew his spear, targeting the bear''s hind leg!


    The spear flew true, striking the bear''s hind leg.


    Roar!


    The bear roared in pain, opening its mouth for a full-force attack!


    Intense fire elements gathered in its mouth, forming a fireball several times larger than before, like a small sun in the night!


    Boom!!!


    The small sun flew at high speed, Orion''s pupils dilating, knowing he couldn''t dodge, so he braced with his greatsword.


    Giants had formidable physiques, top-tier in the Barren Mountains. With his current build, he could withstand the attack, but he''d lose combat ability afterward.


    But Orion had no choice, praying his parents and sister would arrive soon.


    Please hurry!


    As the massive fireball was about to engulf Orion, a wolf shadow leaped out, shielding him.


    The world fell silent for a moment.


    "Woofer..."


    Orion murmured, then everything turned white.


    The fireball exploded, flames roaring like waves.


    When the fire elements dissipated, Orion struggled to rise, having avoided direct harm, but Woofer was gone.


    On the ground, only a charred skeleton remained.


    "Ah... ah... why..."


    Orion''s eyes reddened with rage.


    "I''ll tear you apart!!!" Orion roared, clashing with the bear.


    No technique, no strategy, just pure brute force, primal physical combat!


    But Orion''s size and strength were no match, quickly pinned by the bear.


    Orion tried to rise, but the bear''s strength kept him down, biting relentlessly.


    Orion''s eyes turned blood-red, an indescribable fury filling his heart.


    When rage reached its peak, Orion''s eyes turned completely red.


    He roared, passively triggering Blood Rage.


    The bear roared, horrified as the giant beneath it rapidly grew!


    Seconds later, Orion transformed into a nearly 15-foot-tall blue giant!


    In Blood Rage, his attributes and size doubled!


    The bear, momentarily stunned, realized it was being lifted.


    A massive arm hoisted it up!

 Basic Resistance Skin

    Then, an immense force hurled the bear to the ground!


    It struggled to rise, eyes no longer fierce but filled with fear at the giant before it.


    The bear turned to flee, but its spear-wounded leg slowed it!


    Orion didn''t chase, instead uprooting a towering tree.


    Using the tree as a weapon, he struck the bear down after 40 meters!


    At that moment, the panel prompted¡ª[The Flame Magical Bear fears death and wants to become your battle companion.]


    [Battle pets can provide additional benefits. Taming the Flame Magical Bear as a battle companion will grant you an extra +2 to your magic attributes.]


    "Do you deserve it?"


    Orion sneered, rage clouding his reason.


    He approached, grabbing the Flame Magical Bear, tearing it in half.


    Then, a red vortex appeared at Orion''s heart, absorbing the bear''s body.


    Afterward, Orion felt unbearably heavy, unable to lift his arms.


    He collapsed.


    The battle ended, only the flames continued to burn.


    Time passed.


    Blood Rage subsided, Orion returned to his original size, consciousness clearing.


    "My head hurts... what happened?" Orion rubbed his forehead, feeling groggy, his memory stuck at Woofer''s death by fireball.Stolen story; please report.


    Suddenly, Orion noticed a panel prompt:


    [You''ve gained Basic Resistance Skin]


    [Basic Resistance Skin: Defense +10, Fire Element Resistance +5%]


    Orion rubbed his chin.


    This was likely the reward for completing the newbie task, but where did the extra elemental resistance come from, and what happened to the Flame Magical Bear''s body?


    Did other beasts eat it while I was unconscious?


    Orion pondered, then saw firelight in the distance.


    Another beast? Orion tensed, then relaxed, seeing figures.


    "Someone, there''s signs of battle here!"


    "Look, it''s a giant from our tribe!"


    Elder Rendall and some guards arrived.


    "Orion?" Elder Rendall asked cautiously, the figure resembling Orion but much darker, burned perhaps?


    "It''s me." Orion replied weakly.


    "Thank the Titan God. Where have you been these three days? I thought you..." Elder Rendall sighed in relief seeing Orion alive.


    "Three days? Did I really pass out that long after taking the Titan Potion?"


    Orion was surprised but didn''t show it, instead looking around and asking, "Where are my parents?"


    Orion was puzzled. He''d been gone three days, yet his parents weren''t worried?


    Even elite-level elders needed to exercise caution in the Black Forest at night.


    Were his parents really okay with him being out here?


    "Orion, what happened here, why is the land burning?" Elder Rendall changed the subject, asking.


    Orion thought, then half-truthfully said, "An elite Flame Magical Bear appeared here. It fought a fire lizard of the same level, the battle was intense, and I hid to escape."


    "The fire lizard seemed to flee into the forest, and the bear chased it."


    The giant guards were amazed. "Wow, a flame magical bear."


    "And a fire lizard, terrifying."


    Rendall was skeptical but patted Orion''s shoulder. "You''re a lucky one, small enough to avoid detection."


    "Hehe." Orion nodded, saying no more.


    "Don''t take it lightly, elite beasts are tough, especially a Flame Magical Bear." Rendall pointed to a tree stump. "Look, a 50-meter tree was knocked down."


    "Knocked down?" Orion was puzzled.


    In his memory, the Flame Magical Bear wasn''t known for strength, excelling in fire magic, as the burning surroundings showed.


    But the bear''s strength couldn''t fell a 50-meter tree.


    What really happened?


    Orion tried to recall, but his head ached.


    Forget it, not now.


    Orion followed Elder Rendall back to the tribe, wanting to tell his father about the Firestone discovery.


    With the Firestone, the Blackstone Tribe could not only survive winter comfortably but also train more bloodline warriors.


    Orion glanced at Elder Rendall, sensing hidden worry and anger, not directed at him.


    Something happened while he was gone... a bad feeling lingered.

 An offer they cant refuse

    Deep into the night.


    The group returned to the tribe.


    Orion was stunned. He saw the walls cracked, parts collapsed, and large patches of blood staining them.


    Something had happened!


    "Elder Rendall, what happened to the tribe? Where are my parents and sister? Why didn''t they come?"


    Rendall hesitated, then sighed, "We''ll discuss everything once we''re back, Orion... you need to prepare yourself."


    Orion went to his parents'' tent, only to find them absent.


    The air was thick with the scent of blood, and on the bed lay someone familiar¡ªhis sister.


    But Clymene seemed to be in a coma.


    If his sister was in this state and his parents hadn''t appeared, there was only one possibility... they were missing.


    Orion didn''t disturb his sister, taking a deep breath to calm his turbulent emotions.


    He stepped outside, seeking information from the injured giants around.


    It turned out that during his absence, the Blackstone Tribe had been attacked by a group of centaur bandits.


    They were despicable, they stole a large amount of fur and jerky.


    Clymene, defending the tribe''s resources, led the guards against the centaur bandits but was ambushed and severely injured by a centaur shaman.


    The bandits took a significant amount of supplies, and with their racial advantage in mobility, they quickly retreated into the forest.


    At that point, Orion''s parents pursued them to reclaim the goods.


    But they hadn''t been heard from since.


    Afterward, the Blackstone Tribe searched the surrounding area, only finding a group of dead centaurs.


    Orion was skeptical of the accounts.


    His parents seemed to have vanished into thin air, which was too strange.


    Logically, even if they couldn''t catch the centaur bandits, they shouldn''t have encountered danger.


    Something must have happened, causing his parents to disappear suddenly, and they hadn''t returned to the tribe.


    Just then, a cough came from the tent, and Orion knew his sister was awake, so he hurried back.


    "Sister, how are you feeling?"


    Clymene looked at the giant before her, weakly smiling after a moment, "Little guy, you must think I''m a joke."The narrative has been taken without permission. Report any sightings.


    Clymene was awake, with no visible injuries, but she was weak and listless.


    Giants had robust bodies, and surface wounds healed well for them.


    But Clymene was different; she was injured by a centaur shaman''s soul curse, a soul attack.


    Orion was worried because although Clymene was awake, if her soul wound wasn''t effectively treated, her condition could worsen, even leading to death from weakness.


    If their mother were here, she might easily handle it.


    But now, the tribe''s only elite shaman was missing.


    Damn... Orion frowned, knowing he had to ask Elder Rendall for a solution.


    "In this situation, to heal her, we need soul crystals from the Serpentfolk. Grind the soul crystals into powder and have Clymene drink it; that should restore her," Rendall explained, seeing Orion''s urgency.


    Orion was relieved, "In that case, let''s contact the Serpentfolk, buy or trade, find a way to get some soul crystals from them."


    Elder Rendall shook his head, "We''ve already tried, but soul crystals are precious to the Serpentfolk, and their stock is limited. Even if they''re willing to sell, the price will be high."


    "High or not, we have to buy them," Orion sighed. "We must get the soul crystals. Contact the Serpentfolk, no matter the price."


    "Alright."


    Rendall nodded, "But the tribe''s forces are depleted, and the elders must stay... James, you take people, bring half the remaining furs and game."


    "There are also two pieces of mithril ore in the warehouse, bring those too. They should satisfy the Serpentfolk''s appetite."


    "I understand." James nodded, preparing to head to the Serpentfolk territory.


    Suddenly, another giant stepped forward to object, "No, you can''t do that!"


    "Elder Thorak?"


    The giant elder named Thorak was agitated, "Orion, I know your sister''s condition is bad, but the Blackstone Tribe''s situation is also dire."


    "The centaur bandits stole much of our supplies. Our winter reserves are already insufficient. If we trade more furs or meat with the Serpentfolk for soul crystals... this winter, many tribe members will freeze or starve to death."


    Thorak''s reasoning was sound.


    From the tribe''s perspective, using a large amount of resources to save one life at the expense of many was hard to justify.


    Orion looked at Thorak, narrowing his eyes slightly.


    James glanced between them, supporting Orion, "Elder Thorak, it''s not winter yet. We have about half a month to prepare, enough time to hunt."


    "And if we plan well and use sparingly, no tribe members will freeze or starve."


    Thorak sneered, "Quiet, young one. Have you forgotten our chieftain is missing?"


    "Without the chieftain''s leadership, our hunting efficiency has plummeted. If we use our winter reserves now, come winter, many will freeze and starve."


    "Elder Thorak is right," Clymene weakly interjected, "If saving me costs other lives, I''d live in guilt forever. Don''t worry, I can endure this winter. Come spring, when the snow melts and food is plentiful, we''ll find another way."


    Hearing this, no one spoke further.


    Orion frowned.


    His sister was strong and could survive until spring, likely without dying.


    But this would leave severe hidden injuries, as soul wounds would greatly impact her future growth.


    She might never reach hero level.


    Thorak and Rendall exchanged glances, shaking their heads, knowing what this meant for Clymene.


    But there was no choice; the harsh environment of the Barren Mountains and Black Forest made surviving until spring a challenge for the Blackstone Tribe.


    As the elders prepared to announce their decision, Orion interrupted.


    "James, get ready. At dawn, contact the Serpentfolk tribe, tell them the Blackstone Tribe has an offer they can''t refuse."


    Rendall remained silent, being moderate, indifferent to who decided.


    But Elder Thorak was displeased, his tone harsh, "Enough, you brat. I know you''re worried about your sister, but do you know what this means? We might lose at least 100 tribe members this winter!"


    "Watch your words, Elder Thorak," Orion said, "I know what I''m doing. I''m just asking James to contact the serpent tribe. Don''t worry, I won''t touch any tribal reserves."


    Elder Thorak frowned, angry, "What are you planning? Are you not considering the consequences?"


    "If you bring the serpentfolk elders here and can''t meet their demands, the narrow-minded serpentfolk will blame us! Do you think the Blackstone Tribe can oppose them now?"


    Orion, tired of arguing, pulled out a small black stone, showing it to everyone.


    It was what he brought from the cave, firestone.


    Something sure to make the serpentfolk drool.

 Troglodyte

    The two elders were slightly surprised and asked, "Where did you get this firestone?"


    The Blackstone Tribe did have firestone, but it was a precious resource, usually guarded by elders and not casually taken out.


    So the piece in Orion''s hand must have come from outside.


    "In a nearby cave, it''s in a rather hidden location."


    "A cave..." Thorak mused. He had hunted around the tribe for half his life and had never heard of such a cave.


    Rendall was delighted, "How did you find it?"


    A vision of Woofer disappearing into flames flashed in Orion''s mind, making him feel a pang of sadness, so he didn''t reply.


    Elder Rendall realized he might have overstepped and quickly changed the subject, "The serpentfolk fear the cold. If we can find a hundred pounds of firestone, we can likely trade it for their soul crystals!"


    "The firestone reserves in that cave are immense," Orion thought for a moment and said, "I estimate about 100 tons."


    Hearing this number, the two elders were completely taken aback, and the surrounding giants erupted in chatter.


    Seeing the commotion, Orion shouted, "I''ve made my decision on this matter, no more objections. If anything goes wrong, I''ll take full responsibility. Prepare yourselves to visit the mine with me tomorrow."


    With that, Orion left the tent, leaving the others in stunned silence.


    Elder Thorak was momentarily speechless, then sighed, "James, go ahead."


    Hearing this, James scratched his head and hurriedly left with his group.


    The two elders exchanged glances, and finally, Rendall remarked, "Leaders are indeed born. Both are ten years old, yet James and Orion give off completely different impressions."


    "I''m impressed," Thorak nodded.


    "A hundred tons!" Elder Rendall marveled. In his lifetime, he hadn''t seen even a ton of firestone!


    If what Orion said was true, the significance for the Blackstone Tribe was immense!


    Regardless, the two elders decided to accompany Orion to see for themselves.


    ...


    The next day


    Orion led the two elders to the mine, following his memory.


    "I''ve passed this place so many times but never looked inside. Who knew it was a mine!" Rendall exclaimed.


    "This cave is well-hidden, surrounded by wild grass. It''s no wonder it wasn''t discovered," Thorak picked up a stone, squeezing it to feel the familiar heat, exclaiming, "It''s really firestone!"


    "Come on, there''s more inside," Orion smiled.


    As the three ventured deeper into the mine and finally saw the vast deposits of raw firestone, even with some mental preparation, the elders were stunned.Unlawfully taken from Royal Road, this story should be reported if seen on Amazon.


    They shouted in excitement, clutching the firestone.


    "It''s really firestone, so much of it! Orion wasn''t lying!"


    "Fantastic! If we can secure this mine, the Blackstone Tribe will become the strongest in the Black Forest!"


    Compared to the elders'' excitement, Orion remained calm, noticing a problem.


    The mine''s entrance was large, but the space narrowed as they went deeper.


    Giants were large, and if they couldn''t fit, mining would be troublesome.


    They discussed the issue.


    "Orion, see if you can reach the deepest part of the mine and find anything."


    "But be careful. If there''s danger, retreat immediately. We''ve got your back."


    Orion nodded, his smaller size making him suitable for the task.


    He squeezed through, finding the space expanded deeper inside.


    The mine resembled a horizontal hourglass, with the middle being the narrowest part.


    Orion looked around, the mine was vast, with firestone everywhere.


    But because of this, the temperature was high, making him uncomfortable.


    Orion noted the surroundings and prepared to leave, but then he noticed a strange symbol on the wall.


    A trident-like symbol... it stood out, representing something that once existed.


    Curious, Orion touched it.


    Suddenly, the entire mine shook, pebbles falling.


    "Holy shit."


    Orion was startled; the symbol was some kind of seal, and he had triggered it!


    Instantly, the shaking subsided, and a massive rumble echoed through the cave!


    A blue portal emerged from the wall, and a strange creature appeared.


    It had green skin, no eyes, stood half Orion''s height, and wielded a pickaxe-like weapon.


    Orion didn''t let his guard down, as moments later, a dozen more of these creatures emerged from the portal!


    [Creature: Troglodyte]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 150 pounds]


    [Strength: 9]


    [Agility: 2]


    [Intelligence: 4]


    Skill: Mining


    Traits: A creature that lives in mines, with degenerated eyes but extremely sensitive hearing.


    What are these, cave miners?


    Orion watched them coldly.


    Suddenly, a red-skinned troglodyte leader appeared from the portal, wielding a small trident, matching the wall symbol.


    But even as a weapon, the trident was like a toy to Orion.


    Orion checked its attributes through the panel:


    [Creature: Troglodyte Leader]


    [Level: Elite]


    [Weight: 300 pounds]


    [Strength: 22]


    [Agility: 17]


    [Intelligence: 14]


    Skill: Stone Skin


    Traits: Can use rocks to enhance skin defense in battle, making it highly resistant to conventional weapons.


    Orion: "...."


    An elite-level leader.


    Not unbeatable, though. Among elite creatures, this troglodyte leader was relatively weak, with less strength than Orion.


    The only issue was its Stone Skin skill, making it extremely tough.


    Retreat or fight?


    As Orion pondered, the troglodytes became agitated, the leader using its keen hearing to locate Orion, attacking swiftly!


    Orion raised his greatsword, blocking the leader''s attack!


    The leader''s strikes couldn''t harm him, but due to Stone Skin, Orion couldn''t hurt it either.


    Frustrated, the leader screeched, rallying the green-skinned troglodytes to charge Orion!


    Boring... Orion watched them coldly. These green-skinned troglodytes were just cannon fodder.


    One Whirlwind Slash could kill them all, Orion prepared to swing but paused.


    The panel displayed a new newbie quest!


    [Kill the Troglodyte Leader, reward 15 troglodyte miner slaves!]


    Orion quickly adjusted, using the flat of his sword to knock out the green-skinned troglodytes!


    With the minions dealt with, Orion focused on the leader.


    They clashed again, the leader resilient under Stone Skin, its physical resistance high. Magic might work, but Orion couldn''t use it.


    Outside, the elders heard the fight but couldn''t enter, watching helplessly.


    Suddenly, Elder Thorak remembered something, shouting, "The troglodyte''s ears are weak points, try using your spear, stab its ears!"


    "Not effective!" Orion shouted back.


    He had tried targeting weak points like eyes, heart, brainstem, all ineffective.


    "Ah, weapon strength! Orion''s weapon isn''t strong enough! If he had an elite weapon, maybe he could do it!" Elder Rendall exclaimed, slapping his head.


    But Orion realized, his weapon might not work, but the leader''s might. He had a 1000% trident weapon effect bonus!


    Grab that trident!


    In a clash, Orion seized the moment, striking the leader''s right arm!


    The trident flew free, and Orion snatched it!


    Though small, holding the trident, Orion felt he could see the leader''s weak points!


    No, he had gained the ability to target weak points.


    Disarmed, the leader roared, leaping to reclaim its weapon!


    But Orion charged, trident in hand, swinging upward!


    The scene froze.


    The sharp trident pierced through the rectum, the leader''s body shuddering, letting out a scream that echoed through the cave!


    It clutched its butthole, writhing in agony, then died.


    At the entrance, the two elders watched, feeling a chill below.


    "...That must hurt."


    "Probably..."

 Serpentfolk maid

    With the completion of the newbie quest, Orion saw the green-skinned troglodytes trembling and slowly kneeling before him.


    Orion knew he had gained 15 troglodyte slaves.


    Elder Rendall watched with interest, "Heh, they know fear now."


    Thorak mused, "So by killing their leader, you become their new leader?"


    Orion didn''t explain, instead focusing on directing the troglodytes to work for him. The mining tasks that giants couldn''t complete were perfect for them.


    A while later, the three of them stood at the cave entrance, watching the troglodytes hammering away inside, piling up the mined firestone.


    Orion said, "Elders, I''ve communicated with them. These troglodyte slaves can mine about 100 kilograms of firestone daily."


    "Excellent efficiency, may the Titan God bless us," Rendall exclaimed, "What do they need? Is there anything we can do?"


    "Nothing much, just keep them fed and not overworked," Orion shook his head, as they were merely slaves.


    It was a bargain, with each 100 kilograms of mining work costing only a few black loaves.


    Rendall and Thorak nodded slightly, agreeing with Orion''s stance, as that was the way of the world.


    Even in so-called civilized human societies, slaves were the lowest class, valued less than a pet.


    Moreover, these troglodytes didn''t eat much; 15 of them couldn''t match half a giant''s appetite, making them cheap yet useful labor.


    With the matter resolved, Orion felt a sense of relief.


    Most importantly, with the firestone, the Blackstone Tribe wouldn''t have to worry about basic survival resources. Even if they faced unsolvable problems, they could trade to resolve them.


    The next day.


    Heavy rain poured down, washing over the Black Forest, cleansing the rot and blood, leaving no trace.


    The seasonal changes in the Black Forest were evident, with the rain bringing a sharp drop in temperature.


    In Orion''s mind, this was characteristic of a continental monsoon climate, but the Black Forest''s changes were more pronounced, possibly due to the planet''s larger axial tilt.


    As he pondered, Orion heard noise outside the tent.


    It seemed guests had arrived... Orion checked on his sister, offering some comfort before going out to greet them.


    Sure enough, he saw a group approaching from outside the tribe, led by James and a Serpentfolk.


    The Serpentfolk, one of the tribes in the Barren Mountains and Black Forest, were cold-blooded and feared the cold.


    While giants remained bare-chested, the Serpentfolk wrapped their upper bodies in furs.


    Ordinary Serpentfolk had human upper bodies and snake tails from the waist down, belonging to the high-intelligence beastman species.


    Notably, female Serpentfolk were very attractive, though their snake tails were a slight drawback.


    However, the Serpentfolk elder, due to their higher level, had evolved into a humanoid form, looking human except for the red snake eyes.


    The Serpentfolk elder accompanying James back to the tribe glanced at the damaged Blackstone Tribe walls, his snake eyes narrowing slightly.Unauthorized use: this story is on Amazon without permission from the author. Report any sightings.


    "Honored Serpentfolk friends, praise the friendship from afar. Let us host you well and soothe your weary spirits!"


    Elders Thorak and Rendall hosted a feast for the Serpentfolk, with fresh meat and drink from recent hunts.


    Halfway through the feast, seeing the giant barbarians treating them like brothers, the Serpentfolk elder seemed to realize something and suddenly said:


    "Dear giant friends, thank you for your hospitality. Please allow me to pay humble respects to your chieftain, Hyperion!"


    The two giant elders froze, Rendall quickly responding, "You''re too kind, but our chieftain is unfortunately not in the tribe. Elder Thorak and I are hosting the feast."


    The Serpentfolk elder sighed, "That''s unfortunate. But without meeting Chieftain Hyperion, I''m afraid this trade might lack sincerity."


    "How could that be, Elder Vhisss? We assure you this trade will satisfy you."


    "No, no, Elder Thorak, the sincerity I need isn''t this," Vhisss shook his head, smiling, "I hope your sincerity is an additional 50% of all trade goods!"


    The air grew tense, the two giant elders'' faces turning grim.


    Thorak growled, "Elder Vhisss, if that''s your stance, I regret to announce this trade will fail."


    "No, you won''t let it fail, because you need soul crystals," Vhisss smiled nonchalantly, as if holding a trump card, "I suspect someone important in your tribe, the chieftain or his kin, urgently needs treatment for soul trauma?"


    No wonder the Serpentfolk were a high-intelligence beastman species... Orion sighed softly.


    Even without saying much, they had almost figured out the Blackstone Tribe''s situation just by looking around.


    "An additional 50%, we can''t accept that," Rendall shook his head.


    Vhisss snorted, "Then as you wish, the trade is off."


    "Ungrateful!"


    Thorak roared, "Your Red-Eye Tribe originally lived in the warm Misty Marshes, forced to flee to the Black Forest after offending a powerful force. When you first arrived, you were unfamiliar and restricted. Without the giants'' support, you couldn''t have settled here!"


    Vhisss shook his head, "Your help wasn''t free, and the Black Forest isn''t suitable for Serpentfolk. We''ll leave eventually."


    Thorak sneered, "Come on, no one''s restricting you. You''re afraid of the Venomfang Tribe''s retaliation, so you don''t dare leave the Black Forest!"


    The feast''s atmosphere turned hostile, both sides locked in endless bickering.


    Seeing the pointless argument dragging on, Orion opened the tent flap, letting the cold wind in.


    The giants were unfazed, but the Serpentfolk clearly couldn''t stand it, the weaker ones curling their tails, glaring at Orion.


    Vhisss noticed Orion''s actions, frowning, "Young one, what do you mean? If the Blackstone Tribe doesn''t welcome us, we''ll leave."


    "But I''ll inform other tribes of your hospitality."


    Orion smiled, "Just joking, Elder Vhisss. I felt the tent was stuffy, just airing it out."


    "Heh, you know we Serpentfolk fear the cold, yet you let in the wind. Is this giant hospitality?"


    "No problem," Orion suddenly changed the subject, producing a black stone and lighting it in a container.


    Instantly, the black stone ignited, warmth filling the tent, making the Serpentfolk comfortable despite the open flap.


    "Firestone?!"


    Vhisss was momentarily stunned, eyes lighting up with delight, knowing the firestone''s value to Serpentfolk!


    "Boy, are you showing off your tribe''s firestone wealth?" Vhisss''s smile almost slipped, asking, "How much firestone does the Blackstone Tribe have? If you offer 1000 kilograms, I''ll trade soul crystals."


    Vhisss was excited, unaware the roles had reversed, with the giants now in control.


    "Firestone, yes, we have plenty."


    Orion said nonchalantly, "But, one soul crystal for 1000 kilograms of firestone, don''t you think soul crystals... are a bit overpriced?"


    "Then we, uh..." Elder Vhisss scratched his head, momentarily at a loss for words.


    This young one wasn''t simple, piquing his interest but not making a move, setting him up step by step.


    Seeing Vhisss''s hesitation, Orion smiled, "Alright, Elder Vhisss, let''s be frank."


    "We need soul crystals, and you need firestone. The demand is mutual, neither of us loses."


    The three elders nodded, agreeing with Orion.


    Orion continued, "But as you see, our giant tribe recently suffered a disaster, so we need supplies, lots of them."


    "I see," Vhisss nodded, "Then, we''ll trade one soul crystal plus 10 tons of jerky, paid in full. I believe this price meets your needs."


    Orion shook his head slightly, "Still lacking."


    Vhisss was annoyed, "Brat, 10 tons of jerky is enough for your winter, don''t be greedy!"


    "Heh, 1000 kilograms of firestone will last you 10 winters. Your offer isn''t enough!"


    Orion snorted, "Elder Vhisss, think carefully. I''m not begging you to buy firestone. 1000 kilograms... even the Firebird Tribe might not have that."


    Hearing this, Vhisss could only grit his teeth, "We only want 500 kilograms of firestone, and among the Serpentfolk beings with me, if you fancy any, they can stay as slaves."


    Slaves?


    Orion was intrigued, eyeing a fair-faced female Serpentfolk.


    Female Serpentfolk were attractive, with ample chests and slim waists, but without legs and vaginal openings, what use were they?


    And her mouth was too small, the only advantage being a slightly longer tongue...


    As Orion pondered, he saw the female Serpentfolk grab a mammoth''s phallus, her mouth suddenly enlarging, swallowing it whole.


    Wow... Cool.


    No wonder she''s a Serpentfolk, her mouth like a snake''s, highly flexible, quite talented.


    Alright, maybe having a serpentfolk maid wouldn''t be so bad.

 Massage

    Orion nodded, "Deal."


    Both parties exited the tent to inventory the goods. The importance of firestone to the Serpentfolk seemed to exceed the giants'' expectations, as Vhisss appeared even more eager than Orion.


    Orion thought for a moment and said, "For your safety and to show we won''t pull any tricks, I suggest you transport it back to the Serpentfolk tribe in five trips, 100KG each time."


    Elder Vhisss understood the logic; it was indeed safer, ensuring they wouldn''t lose everything if ambushed.


    The only concern was the giants reneging, so he proposed, "Let''s sign a soul magic contract."


    "Agreed," Orion had no objections.


    The main reason was that the mine had just started, and the giants couldn''t produce 500KG in a day, but they couldn''t reveal this to the Serpentfolk, so they found an excuse to delay.


    After obtaining the soul crystal, Orion immediately administered it to Clymene.


    Orion felt a vast yet invisible force explode within Clymene, dispelling all curses.


    Clymene slowly opened her eyes, seeing her brother who had been tirelessly working for her, her eyes moist, "Thank you, little guy."


    "No need to thank me, it''s what I should do," Orion replied.


    Clymene patted his forehead, smiling gently.


    A moment later, a soft voice came from outside, "Master, may I bring in the food?"


    "Come in."


    A graceful Serpentfolk girl slithered into the tent with a tray, her unique, beautiful snake eyes glancing shyly at Orion before retreating.


    Clymene''s eyes lit up, looking at her brother with amusement.


    "Ahem, her name is Lysinthia... part of the Serpentfolk trade deal."


    "Hmm, my brother finally understands, that''s good," Clymene stretched, comfortably starting to eat.


    Giants had strong physiques, and eating a lot could speed up recovery, rather than resting.


    In the following days, firestone was continuously mined, steadily filling the Blackstone Tribe''s warehouse.


    Of course, aside from what was kept for the tribe''s use, the rest was traded for supplies.


    Elder Rendall counted the warehouse daily, his smile growing with the firestone reserves.


    Though it was early autumn, the Black Forest''s weather grew colder by the day, with some areas even starting to snow.


    Firestone became a hot commodity, with many tribes sending members to trade various goods for it.The narrative has been stolen; if detected on Amazon, report the infringement.


    "Elder Rendall, the Gnoll Tribe wants to trade 7 gold bone fragments and 15 C-grade cores for 50 kilograms of firestone..."


    "50 kilograms? Tell them only 20KG, take it or leave it!"


    "Elder! The White Bull Tribe is back, this time with 500 bull testicles and a soul horn..."


    "Has the White Bull Tribe gone mad? What about the cows?"


    "Elder, the Ogre Tribe wants to..."


    "Make them wait in line!"


    That''s how it was, Blackstone tribe had plenty of firestone!


    Elder Rendall had lived in the Blackstone Tribe for decades, never feeling so prosperous. Now he looked at Orion like a son, no, more like a father.


    Even better, Orion was smart.


    He controlled the daily supply of firestone, making tribes bid against each other, maximizing profits.


    Thus, before winter arrived, the Blackstone Tribe amassed a wealth of supplies!


    Of course, due to the different cultures and characteristics of each tribe, the supplies were not only comprehensive but also included various oddities.


    "Damn, what are ogre snot and a dark magic sword? Is this sword alive? It has eyes and moves?!" Orion''s head ached.


    "The magic sword is a fine enchanted weapon, and ogre snot is good stuff, cures all ailments," Elder Thorak eagerly explained, "Here, try it, one gulp and you''ll feel refreshed."


    "Get lost! Keep it for yourself!" Orion shooed him away in annoyance.


    Elder Thorak laughed awkwardly, now fully convinced of Orion''s leadership, knowing he wasn''t truly angry.


    He just didn''t like those things, so it was best not to flaunt them in front of Orion.


    Inside the tent, Orion lay on soft furs, surrounded by various supplies, thinking about where his parents might be and how they were doing.


    Come back soon... Mom, Dad, I''ve taken care of things for you. This winter, no giant will go cold, they''ll be well-fed, and I''ll look after them.


    They''re my people too.


    ===


    As Orion was lost in thoughts of his parents, Lysinthia slithered over, curling up quietly beside him like a small cat. She was silent, her presence calming.


    Orion glanced at his maid and noticed that Lysinthia''s attire was different today. She wore a nearly transparent white gauze top, clearly revealing her breasts.


    "Who gave you these clothes?" Orion asked.


    "Master, the succubus tribe came to trade firestone today. They left some particularly seductive lingerie, but it seems the giants of the Blackstone Tribe aren''t very fond of them, so Elder Rendall gave them all to me. There are many styles, and if you like, I can wear a different one each day."


    Orion used his left hand to caress Lysinthia''s breasts, while his right hand traced down her back, where a tail replaced what would typically be her hips.


    "You''re quite beautiful, and your figure is perfect, but it''s a pity you''re still so weak, and your lower half retains snake features," Orion said, shaking his head with a hint of regret.


    Lysinthia quickly replied, "Master, I''m weak now, but please believe me, I will evolve. When my strength reaches a certain level, I can grow legs and reproductive organs. Whatever female creatures have, I will have too."


    After saying this, Lysinthia lay on top of Orion, sliding her chest down his torso.


    Soon, Lysinthia reached Orion''s groin. She looked up, noticing master wasn''t stopping her, so she became bolder.


    Lysinthia used her teeth to gently pull down Orion''s beast skirt, revealing a massive cock before her.


    "Wow," Lysinthia gasped, never having seen such a large member on a humanoid creature.


    The key point was that a giant''s body continues developing until the age of 30, meaning Orion''s size could potentially double.


    "Impressive, isn''t it? Have you decided what to do next?" Orion placed his hands behind his head, assuming a relaxed position, watching Lysinthia with interest.


    "Of course, let me use the unique Serpentfolk method to massage you. I''m sure it will help you relax."


    Lysinthia''s mouth suddenly expanded tenfold, her slender tongue extending like nimble fingers, gliding over Orion''s shaft and testicles.


    "Yes, good job."


    Orion closed his eyes, enjoying the sensation, praising Lysinthia.


    Encouraged by her master''s words, Lysinthia became more enthusiastic. She used both hands to steady the massive member, lowering her head to take as much as she could into her mouth.


    Orion''s tip reached the depths of Lysinthia''s throat, her body hanging like a flag at the top of the shaft.


    Lysinthia wrapped her tail around the base of Orion''s cock, securing herself. She began to slide her body up and down, using the Serpentfolk''s unique oral technique to relieve her master.


    The tent was filled with delightful sounds.


    Orion''s previously heavy heart lightened considerably with Lysinthia''s attentions.

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    The next day, the snow stopped, and the rare sunlight broke through. In this season, sunlight was a luxurious blessing.


    "Praise the Titan God, the feeling of sunlight on my skin is mesmerizing."


    "The temperature has risen a bit, but it won''t last long. Other tribes will surely rush to prepare their winter supplies during this last window."


    "Luckily, our supplies are abundant this year, thanks to Orion. We don''t have to worry about food at all."


    "We should thank him."


    ...


    While Orion was enjoying Lysinthia''s special massage service, he suddenly heard footsteps outside the tent. He quickly put on his beast skirt and helped Lysinthia dress her upper body as fast as he could.


    Ten seconds later, a voice called from outside the tent, "Brother Orion, are you there?"


    Orion opened the tent flap to find three people: the two elders and his sister, Clymene.


    "Is there trouble in the tribe again?"


    "No, not at all," Rendall smiled, exchanging a glance with Thorak. "Thanks to you, the Blackstone Tribe''s winter supplies are plentiful this year. With the chieftain missing, the tribe needs a strong and responsible leader. I wanted to ask... do you have any interest in leading the Blackstone Tribe?"


    "You want me to be the acting chieftain?" Orion shook his head. "To become chieftain, one must have great strength. I haven''t completed the bloodline trial, nor am I a bloodline warrior, so I don''t even meet the first requirement."


    Orion thought for a moment, looking at his sister. "Actually, I think Clymene is more suited to be the acting chieftain."


    Seeing that Orion had made up his mind, the elders said no more. They had considered this possibility. If Orion refused, Hyperion''s daughter would temporarily take the chieftain''s place.


    "I''ll do it then. I''ll try my best to be a good acting chieftain," Clymene sighed, resigned.


    The others nodded, agreeing with the decision.


    In the following days, as acting chieftain, Clymene led the tribe in repairing and reinforcing the damaged walls.


    This was the Blackstone Tribe''s most basic defense in the Black Forest, requiring significant effort.Did you know this text is from a different site? Read the official version to support the creator.


    With this, winter would pose no danger unless they were extremely unlucky and faced a large dark beast tide.


    While Clymene was busy, Orion lounged in his tent, resting.


    Lysinthia crawled up from Orion''s chest, her eyes sultry, her forked tongue gliding over his firm chest like it was the most delicious dessert.


    Orion pinched her breast, "Little minx, careful not to stir my desires again!"


    Lysinthia smiled, whispering in his ear, "It''s okay, I''m your maid and sex slave. Besides taking care of your daily needs, you can do whatever you want with me."


    Orion lifted Lysinthia''s chin with his finger, gazing into her eyes, "Lysinthia, besides taking care of me, you should train hard. I look forward to you evolving into a human form. When that happens, I''ll fill your entire pussy with my big cock."


    Lysinthia giggled, her sweet face full of longing, "I look forward to that too. Serpentfolk are naturally reverent and obsessed with mating... Master, let me continue pleasing you."


    Lysinthia lowered her head, her mouth expanding to engulf Orion''s massive member...


    ...


    Three hours later, Orion had Lysinthia stop.


    Though her skills were improving, Orion couldn''t waste more time. He needed to quickly enhance his strength and complete the unfinished newbie quest.


    The unfinished quest was to run 10 kilometers with a 2000-pound weight in 30 minutes, rewarding +1 agility, which he hadn''t completed yet.


    Back then, he lacked the strength.


    But after the Titan Potion boosted his attributes, the quest''s difficulty was now trivial for Orion.


    "It''s time to challenge it again!" Orion thought.


    As the quest activated, a red glow enveloped him, adding 2000 pounds of weight.


    Orion tested his movement outside the tent, feeling at ease.


    Bare-chested, he began running.


    Though it was dark, the tribe wasn''t dimly lit.


    Besides the snow''s reflection, the tents glowed warmly from burning firestone. Orion ran through the tribe, leaving footprints in the snow.


    "Hey, Orion!"


    "Good afternoon!"


    "Yo, Orion, want to spar in the arena?"


    Along the way, his tribesmen greeted him warmly, and Orion responded in kind, chatting and laughing.


    Passing through the tribe, Orion reached a stone gate.


    A one-eyed giant sat at the entrance, watching him quietly.


    "Six minutes left... plenty of time." Orion calculated, deciding to chat with Kolgor.


    He was curious about the mysterious one-eyed giant.


    "It''s cold outside, what are you doing here?"


    Seeing it was Orion, who had greatly contributed to the tribe, Kolgor smiled stiffly, "Hello, young one. Have a great day."


    "You too," Orion replied politely.


    Kolgor observed him for a moment, then said, "I''m the guardian of the stone gate. Normally, I''m here."


    "Stone gate?" Orion looked curiously behind Kolgor, wondering what lay beyond that needed guarding.


    Seeing his confusion, Kolgor patiently explained, "It''s one of the entrances to the Abyss. I''ve been guarding it since my youth, for decades."


    "I see." Orion nodded, bidding farewell to Kolgor.


    He was still on a quest and couldn''t chat long.


    With little time left, Orion increased his speed. What was once an impossible quest was now trivial.


    The panel flashed the quest completion message, and Orion felt lighter, the +1 agility reward taking effect.


    "Is there more weight? Bring it on! I can handle a 5000-pound challenge!" Orion was pleased, satisfied with his strength, but the newbie quest changed.


    [Newbie quest triggered: Kill Abyssal creatures for attribute rewards]


    Standard level: +1 random attribute point for every 50 kills


    Elite level: +1 random attribute point for every kill


    Orion was taken aback.


    The quest rewards were nice, but the content was odd¡ªit required killing Abyssal creatures.


    Did this mean he had to enter the Abyss?

 Shadow Spinner

    Orion turned back towards the stone gate.


    Seeing him return, Kolgor knew what Orion was up to. "Kid, I know you''re curious, but the Abyss isn''t something you can challenge right now. Wait until you''ve passed the bloodline trial."


    "Uh, let me give it a try," Orion scratched his head, smiling.


    Kolgor looked at him and suddenly asked, "If I refuse, will you force your way in?"


    Orion nodded.


    "Just like your father," Kolgor sighed, waving his hand. "If it were just curiosity, I''d stop you, but you clearly have other intentions. There are things I must tell you first."


    Orion nodded, indicating he was listening.


    Kolgor spoke slowly, "There are multiple entrances to the Abyss, many just in the Black Forest. I can''t stop them all, so I won''t stop you."


    "The Abyss is layered, each level more dangerous than the last. The first layer is relatively safe, but you must promise me to stay there and not go deeper! Understand?"


    Orion nodded, "I understand."


    Kolgor nodded, removing the key from around his neck to unlock the stone gate.


    The next moment, Orion entered the Abyss.


    ...


    The first layer of the Abyss was shrouded in mist, with no visible boundaries, resembling a foggy day in the Black Forest but darker. The vegetation consisted of various fungi, some even taller than Orion.


    Orion looked back at the blue circular archway.


    "That should be the portal back."


    Orion pondered where to hunt next.


    As he moved through the fungi forest, his senses sharpened, not because his vision improved, but due to the high concentration of elements and magic around him.


    Higher than where his parents lived.


    The odd thing was, the magic felt unruly, like a wild beast.


    Hiss...


    Orion noticed movement and found himself surrounded by a group of scorpions.Stolen content warning: this content belongs on Royal Road. Report any occurrences.


    They were lion-sized, with armor-like shells glowing blue, their stingers sharp as blades.


    Dozens of them silently encircled Orion.


    [Creature: Abyssal Giant Scorpion]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Weight: 300 pounds]


    [Strength: 12]


    [Agility: 15]


    [Intelligence: 5]


    Skills: Scorpion Venom, Coordination


    Traits: Natives of the Abyss''s first layer, they despise the scent of outsiders, twisted by the Abyss''s environment into savage creatures.


    ...


    Orion frowned slightly, not surprised by the monsters in the Abyss, but curious how they appeared without him noticing.


    These scorpions seemed to materialize out of thin air.


    "No matter, let''s test the waters."


    Orion swung his greatsword, smashing it down!


    With his current strength, dealing with these standard-level Abyssal beasts was easy. One strike cleared a ten-meter area of scorpions!


    Standard-level Abyssal creature kills: 12


    The quest counter updated, and Orion smiled. Simple.


    Orion wielded his greatsword, and ten minutes later, he pulled it from the last scorpion''s corpse, exhaling lightly.


    Suddenly, the feel of the blade was off, so he checked the scorpion''s body.


    "What''s this?"


    Orion found a dull crystal, scanning it with the panel:


    [Abyssal Core (D-grade)]


    [Function: ???]


    Orion: "..."


    It was his first time seeing question marks in an item''s information. Unsure of its use, he decided to collect them all.


    Continuing his exploration, Orion kept killing standard-level creatures.


    The Abyss had many monster types, but mostly insects like centipedes, scorpions, and black ants.


    Orion knew this wasn''t the Abyss''s full scope; the abundance of weak insect monsters was due to being on the first, shallowest layer.


    After some time, Orion checked the counter.


    Standard-level Abyssal creature kills: 122


    Calculating rewards... Orion thought, soon feeling a cool sensation throughout his body.


    He felt stronger, his steps lighter, the joy of increased attributes.


    Sweet!


    Orion excitedly examined himself, having gained 2 attribute points in such a short time!


    Moreover, through constant combat, Orion completed [Advanced Greatsword Mastery], his technique now matching his strength, perfectly balanced!


    Now, I might be able to face that Flame Magical Bear head-on!


    The Abyss, though dangerous, was a great place for Orion to enhance his strength.


    Orion was pleased, but the ground monsters on the first layer were nearly wiped out, leaving a swarm of bats.


    These bats flew around in large numbers, the fog severely hindering visibility.


    Orion used his spear for ranged attacks, not needing to aim, each throw killing over ten bats.


    Despite this, there were too many bats. Using only spear throws, it would take days to clear them all.


    "Let''s retreat for now, no rush," Orion retrieved his spear, cleaning off bat remains, preparing to return.


    Casting a final glance at the swirling mass of bats, he turned away from the cavern''s depths. The echo of dripping water accompanied his footsteps as he navigated the familiar tunnels.


    However, an unusually large spider blocked his path on the way back.


    [Creature: Shadow Spinner]


    [Level: Elite]


    [Weight: 3500 pounds]


    [Strength: 29]


    [Agility: 22]


    [Defense: 14]


    Skills: Venomous Fangs, Web Weaving


    Venomous Fangs: The Shadow Spinner''s sharp fangs contain deadly venom, slowing prey and turning them to blood.


    Web Weaving: The Shadow Spinner can weave large webs, capturing nearby prey. (Escape weight limit: 200 pounds)


    200 pounds... meaning anything lighter can''t escape the web?


    Orion decided not to provoke the Shadow Spinner, but as he planned to return via another route, the panel displayed a new newbie quest.


    [Newbie quest triggered: Get hit by Venomous Fangs 10 times, reward Intermediate Resistance Skin]

 If you like being a ball so much, Ill oblige

    A rare quest that required taking hits, huh?


    But it was worth a shot.


    Orion assessed himself, feeling confident he could handle it, especially since the first layer of the Abyss had no other threats, ensuring an uninterrupted fight.


    As long as he was cautious of the venom, with his Basic Resistance Skin, it shouldn''t be too problematic.


    "Hey, Shadow Spinner! Let''s have a go!" Orion shouted.


    Sure enough, the giant spider turned its head, its eight eyes glinting with malice!


    Orion, having lived in the tribe for many years, was well-versed in battling beasts, but he needed to let it hit him for the quest.


    With Orion deliberately holding back, the Shadow Spinner managed to bite him several times, injecting potent venom.


    Orion turned green, in pain, becoming a literal green giant.


    But the quest soon completed, and upon gaining Intermediate Resistance Skin, Orion was surprised to find the Shadow Spinner''s venom nearly ineffective!


    Impressive!


    "Hey, thanks for the help, let''s call it a day," Orion shouted happily. With the venom no longer a threat, the fight was easy.


    Soon, he speared the Shadow Spinner''s head, ready to kill it.


    The panel''s quest triggered again:


    [Newbie quest: Make the Shadow Spinner feel fear, reward Intermediate Beast Taming Skill]


    "Alright, you''re lucky, you don''t have to die," Orion said, considering how to instill fear in the creature.


    But the Shadow Spinner was the first layer''s boss, taming it was much harder than killing it.


    Orion thought, trying to establish a simple connection with Basic Beast Taming.


    However, the Shadow Spinner seized the moment of goodwill to bite his arm!


    Orion: "You fucking beast!"


    Angry, he kicked it skyward, then slammed it down, treating it like a soccer ball.


    Despite this, the Shadow Spinner showed no signs of submission, curling its eight legs into a ball.Stolen novel; please report.


    "If you like being a ball so much, I''ll oblige!"


    Orion swung his greatsword like a golf club, repeatedly sending the Shadow Spinner flying into the walls, bouncing back.


    Though Orion was incredibly strong, the continuous strikes tired his arms.


    So Orion removed his beast skirt, revealing his cock, using it to bat the Shadow Spinner like a baseball.


    It was hard to imagine, but his cock repeatedly sent the 3500-pound creature flying. It was a miraculous sight.


    Finally, the Shadow Spinner whimpered, ceasing resistance, trembling on the ground.


    Feeling worse than death, the Shadow Spinner finally feared him.


    "See, wasn''t that easier? You made me use my ultimate move," Orion smirked, checking the panel for new content.


    [Newbie quest completed: Reward Intermediate Beast Taming Skill]


    [Intermediate Beast Taming Skill: Can tame elite-level and below beasts as pets or battle companions. Battle companions provide attribute bonuses while alive.]


    Note: Only one battle companion is allowed, unless the old battle companion dies


    "Not bad, much better than basic! But I''ll keep it as a pet for now."


    Orion placed his hand on the Shadow Spinner''s head, a white light enveloping it, making it his pet.


    "I''ll call you Baseball from now on," Orion said.


    The Shadow Spinner scratched its head with a claw, seemingly disliking the name but accepting it.


    Can''t beat this guy, so whatever he wants to call me is fine.


    "Let''s get to work," Orion surveyed the area, instructing Baseball to weave webs between two large mushrooms, a path the bats must take.


    "Do a good job, no slacking."


    With everything set, Orion continued to a cave entrance.


    "Psst!"


    Orion whistled, drawing the bats'' attention.


    Soon, they poured from the cave, an overwhelming number of Abyssal bats!


    Using echolocation, they honed in on Orion, launching a pursuit.


    The chase continued from the cave into the forest, with Orion trying to slow down the bats with stones, but due to his lack of skill in throwing blunt objects, he struggled to hit them.


    "Damn, there are thousands of these bats," Orion sprinted, spotting a large white web ahead.


    A massive web blocked the bats'' path, like a barrier in space!


    Orion slid under the web''s lower edge.


    The elastic web absorbed the echolocation, leaving the bats unaware of their doom, diving into the web and becoming ensnared!


    "Good job!" Orion praised Baseball, and then they began slaughtering the bats.


    Trapped in the web, the bats lost their ability to resist and were quickly exterminated.


    The meat of abyssal creatures was generally unpalatable, but they dropped cores upon death.


    Forest beasts occasionally dropped such cores, but not as abundantly as in the Abyss.


    After collecting the cores, Orion checked the panel.


    Standard-level Abyssal creature kills: 526


    That''s about a 10-point attribute boost, and during this, Orion used his spear to finish enemies, completing the [Advanced Spear Mastery] quest.


    Reward calculation!


    Orion felt a surge of power throughout his body!


    He checked his current attributes:


    [Name: Orion]


    [Race: Giant]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Age: 10 years]


    [Height: 7.2 feet]


    [Cock: 23 inches]


    [Weight: 550 pounds]


    [Strength: 31]


    [Agility: 21]


    [Intelligence: 24]


    Title: Survivor


    Skills: Advanced Greatsword Mastery, Advanced Spear Throwing Mastery, Intermediate Beast Taming Skill, Intermediate Resistance Skin


    Special Skill: Basic Blood Rage


    Items: D-grade Abyssal Core: 456, C-grade Abyssal Core: 112, B-grade Abyssal Core: 3


    "Given the first layer''s map size, there should be more caves, and I haven''t finished off all the standard-level bats," Orion sketched a simple map, marking several points.


    "Baseball, weave webs in these areas, as many as possible."


    Baseball''s eight eyes blinked, then it vanished into the forest.


    "Hope for a bigger haul next time," Orion clapped his hands, leaving the Abyss.

 Tiger tribe

    A flash of light, and a figure emerged from the portal.


    "You seem to be in one piece, kid," Kolgor remarked, slightly surprised at Orion''s relaxed demeanor.


    But it made sense; the Abyss was full of dangers, and he might have just taken a quick look around... Kolgor thought.


    Orion just smiled, offering no explanation.


    "Hi, Orion and Kolgor!"


    A giant called out from afar, seemingly there to take over Kolgor''s shift.


    Kolgor nodded, returning the greeting, and left with Orion.


    On the way, Kolgor couldn''t help but say, "Orion, the Abyss is an excellent place for training. If you want to gain something, you must face harsh environments and numerous Abyssal creatures. If you can''t be brave, you can''t be a qualified giant warrior."


    Orion was taken aback, seeing Kolgor''s serious expression, like a mentor scolding an unworthy student. He chuckled, explaining, "You misunderstood. A true warrior never shies away from trials."


    Saying this, Orion opened his storage bag, revealing a large collection of Abyssal cores.


    "My goodness, am I seeing things? Where did you get these?" Kolgor was stunned, quickly realizing their origin.


    In the Blackstone Tribe, Abyssal cores weren''t particularly valuable; a low-grade core might not be worth more than 10 pounds of fresh meat, but the sheer quantity here was staggering...


    After a moment, Kolgor sighed, "Orion, I apologize for underestimating you. You''re a truly brave and outstanding giant warrior."


    "Just lucky," Orion said modestly, then remembered something, asking, "Why do cores form in the Abyss, and what are they used for?"


    Kolgor shook his head, saying, "Cores aren''t exclusive to the Abyss; even some low-level creatures in the Black Forest drop them. But in the Abyss, the drop rate and quality might be higher."


    "As for their use, perhaps alchemists and mages know more."


    "I see."


    They chatted as they walked, returning to their respective tents.


    Back in his tent, Orion found Lysinthia had prepared everything for him. She had not only readied a large amount of jerky but also used soft furs to wipe Orion''s body.The story has been stolen; if detected on Amazon, report the violation.


    Lysinthia was meticulous and gentle, thoroughly cleaning every part of Orion''s body.


    Seeing Orion didn''t refuse, Lysinthia grew bolder, removing his beast skirt and carefully wiping every part of his cock with fur dampened in warm water.


    Soon, Orion''s cock grew large and hard.


    Lying on the furs, Orion watched as Lysinthia lowered herself, taking his entire cock into her mouth.


    Under Lysinthia''s special massage, Orion soon fell asleep.


    ...


    The next day


    WAAAGH!


    WAAAGH!


    Orion was awakened by a commotion. He dressed in his beast skirt and stepped out of the tent, surprised to find many adult giants gathered, mostly seasoned warriors.


    They were shouting angrily, brandishing their weapons, as if in protest.


    What''s going on?


    Orion, still groggy from sleep, hadn''t fully processed the situation.


    Just then, he saw Kolgor returning from outside.


    "What''s happening this morning? Why is everyone gathered?"


    "I''ll explain briefly..." Kolgor said.


    The situation was simple: the neighboring Tiger Tribe was trying to force the Blackstone Tribe into submission by demanding a large tribute of winter supplies.


    Orion frowned, "Damn, are they tired of living, seeking death? Have we sought reinforcements?"


    "We sent a message for help to the nearby Ironbone Giants Tribe, but there has been no response. Your father and mother have disappeared, and currently, the Blackstone Tribe cannot defeat these tigerfolks," Kolgor sighed. "Among the Tiger Tribe members is a twelve-year-old who completed an A-grade bloodline awakening. In the recent standoff, he transformed into a massive white tiger and easily killed one of our C-grade awakened bloodline warriors."


    Bloodline warriors are the foundation of any tribe, and losing one was a significant blow, boosting the tigerfolks'' arrogance.


    They demanded the Blackstone Tribe provide large amounts of jerky, firestone, furs, and other supplies, or face an attack.


    Orion was silent.


    He realized that selling firestone had drawn the attention of stronger tribes.


    In this land, without laws or morals, trade was one way, and plunder was another.


    But the actions of the Tiger Tribe were intolerable, and their attitude suggested they knew of the disappearance of the Blackstone Tribe chieftain.


    Otherwise, they wouldn''t dare act so boldly.


    At this life-and-death moment, the giants of the Blackstone Tribe weren''t backing down. Except for infants and the elderly, most giants were ready.


    "I''m going too!"


    Orion grasped his greatsword, speaking firmly.


    But Kolgor quickly stopped him, "Kid, your focus should be preparing for the bloodline trial, not dying here! That young tigerfolk completed his bloodline awakening at 12, proving you don''t have to wait until 18. If you''re strong enough, you can do it early!"


    "You can complete the bloodline trial, I believe you''ll become the strongest bloodline warrior. Then, you can truly protect the tribe as a leader, not blindly rush to your death now!"


    With that, Kolgor picked up a pair of massive stone axes from the wall.


    The heavy axes nearly bent him over, but Kolgor gritted his teeth, lifting the weapons he had once abandoned.


    "When I was young... I was as strong as you, but youthful arrogance got the better of me."


    "An injury cost me the chance to take the bloodline trial, losing the potential to grow... Kid, you''re the Blackstone Tribe''s hope. As long as you live and complete the trial, we have a future!"


    With that, Kolgor left, leaving the Abyss gate key with Orion.


    Orion stood silent for a long time. When he looked up again, the once vibrant giant had merged into the marching crowd, disappearing from sight.


    He couldn''t reclaim his youthful pride, but he was willing to protect the young with his life, facing death without fear.


    Orion gripped the key, feeling for the first time how small his strength was against the tide.


    I must grow quickly!

 Bone War Trident

    Orion stepped back into the Abyss!


    The familiar haze enveloped him, and he saw Baseball hanging from a tree, seemingly busy with something.


    "How''s the web weaving going?"


    Shadow Spinner, seeing its master approach, quickly gestured around with its claws, as if to say, "All done, please don''t hit me."


    "Hmph." Orion, not in the best mood, ignored it.


    But soon, he realized Baseball had done an excellent job. The webs were perfectly placed along the paths he had set, trapping a massive number of bats.


    By his estimate... over 5,000.


    "Let''s get started!"


    Orion began slaughtering the bats, gaining a significant boost in attributes through the quest, enhancing his strength.


    By the time the bats were all dead, Orion''s attributes were impressive:


    [Strength: 41]


    [Agility: 31]


    [Intelligence: 29]


    During the bat massacre, Orion didn''t stop collecting loot, quickly filling his storage bag with cores.


    Suddenly, the panel flashed a prompt:


    [Detected core quantity exceeds 2000, activating Survivor Trading Platform!]


    Survivor Trading Platform? What''s that?


    Orion opened the panel, finding a new icon resembling a steam engine lever.


    It looked familiar... like a System platform icon?


    Orion was bemused, opening it to find the [Survivor Trading Platform] was different from the system, more like an Amazon-style marketplace.


    "First-time entry requires registration." Orion thought for a moment and chose a representative name: "[Big and hard]."


    Registration complete, he entered the interface.The tale has been illicitly lifted; should you spot it on Amazon, report the violation.


    Orion was surprised to find a vast array of items!


    Many goods were on consignment, from consumables like meat and furs to high-end weapons, alchemical potions, and even skill books.


    The currency for transactions was cores.


    Interestingly, many items weren''t system-generated but listed by sellers.


    For example, Orion was eyeing a soft leather armor, consigned by a goblin named Thorin.


    Wait, isn''t that a character from Lord of the Rings? He must be a reborn Earthling too!


    Orion checked the leather armor''s attributes:


    [Crocodile Leather Armor ¡¤ Enchanted]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Attributes: Defense +9, Magic Resistance +2]


    [Description: An enchanted leather armor that automatically adjusts to the wearer''s size]


    [Price: 10 D-grade cores]


    "This looks good." Orion rubbed his chin, tempted.


    But like a first-time online shopper, he felt unsure about the reliability.


    "Let''s try buying it." Orion clicked the panel, confirming the purchase.


    Suddenly, he felt his storage bag lighten, and the panel showed 10 fewer D-grade cores!


    And before him, a piece of leather armor appeared!


    Whoa, online shopping made real, and instant delivery, so reliable?!


    Orion was overjoyed, realizing he could save time on gear by trading cores directly!


    He continued browsing the Survivor Platform, soon finding a trident-type weapon.


    [Bone War Trident ¡¤ Enchanted]


    [Quality: Elite]


    [Attack: 41-69]


    [Skill: Deadly Strike]


    [Skill Effect: Weak point attack damage +50%]


    [Description: A trident forged from whale bones, extremely strong, dealing massive damage on precise weak point hits]


    [Price: 10 B-grade cores]


    This weapon suited Orion well, but the price was steep, and he was short on cores.


    Orion found the seller''s name¡ªArthas.


    "Let''s see if I can get a discount." Orion tried contacting the seller to haggle but received no response.


    The seller might have blocked messages or was busy elsewhere.


    Orion had to give up for now, continuing to browse, discovering many pet cubs and eggs for sale.


    In theory, these pets could grow into companions for battle or support.


    Some larger ones could even serve as mounts.


    However, the prices were high, with even a wild boar cub costing 250 C-grade cores... who would buy such a thing, for a meal?


    Orion wasn''t short on cores, but he found these pet cubs lacking value, not worth the cost.


    Besides, with his Beast Taming skill, he could tame adult beasts directly, far more economical than raising cubs.


    Orion continued browsing and found something valuable.


    [Bloodline Purification Potion]


    [Quality: Elite]


    [Type: Alchemical Potion]


    [Effect: Enhances bloodline power and control]


    [Note: Effective only for survivors]


    [Price: 1 B-grade core]


    A great find!


    Orion''s eyes lit up. The Bloodline Purification Potion could enhance his bloodline control, meaning better performance in the bloodline trial! He might awaken A-grade or even S-grade bloodline power!


    Priced at just 1 B-grade Abyssal core, Orion found it worthwhile and purchased it immediately.


    Soon, he had the potion in hand.


    "Baseball, keep weaving webs, I''m heading back!" Orion shouted into the forest, then vanished through the portal.


    The Abyss wasn''t safe; he needed to return to the tribe''s tent to prepare for consuming the Bloodline Purification Potion and strengthen himself!


    Whoosh! Whoosh!


    In the distance, the sound of Shadow Spinner weaving webs echoed. The number of bats on this layer seemed endless, like they could never be fully exterminated.

 Enhancement

    "Master!" Lysinthia hurried to greet Orion as he returned, gently supporting his arm.


    "I''m fine. Go guard the tent for me. Don''t let anyone in without my permission."


    The serpent maid nodded, "Understood."


    With everything arranged, Orion sat cross-legged in the tent and consumed the Bloodline Purification Potion.


    A burning sensation spread from his throat, though it was much milder than the Titan Potion. As soon as he drank it, he felt the potion''s effects taking hold.


    The familiar sensation of his bloodline expanding coursed through his limbs. Orion felt like he was on fire, a bit painful but bearable.


    He silently endured the potion''s transformation, and after some time, his body suddenly trembled. An overwhelming surge of power erupted from him, flipping the furs and bone furniture in the tent with the force of the air current!


    "Roar!!!"


    Orion roared!


    His attributes surged, his body becoming stronger and taller. Most importantly, his [Blood Rage] skill advanced to [Intermediate Blood Rage].


    [Intermediate Blood Rage]


    Effect 1: Giant''s Fury


    Effect 2: Localized Enhancement


    The description of Intermediate Blood Rage was simple, and Orion wasn''t entirely sure what the skill entailed.


    Did it require a special method to activate?


    Focusing his attention, Orion discovered that with his will, a powerful force began to gather within his body!


    "Effect 2 is active... this power can move at will."


    Orion realized he could direct this power to some extent.


    "...Focus on the fist." Orion clenched his fist, feeling the immense power concentrate in his hand.


    He stepped outside the tent and struck a massive boulder with all his might!


    The enhanced power of his fist sliced through the rock like a hot knife through butter, shattering it into pieces!


    "Ah! Master, what are you doing?"


    At the entrance, Lysinthia, who had been diligently standing guard, was startled, her scales standing on end.


    Realizing the immense power came from her master, the serpent maid relaxed, admiring the imposing giant from a distance, her cheeks flushed with a captivating blush.This narrative has been purloined without the author''s approval. Report any appearances on Amazon.


    But Orion was too absorbed in the power''s enhancement to notice.


    Strong, sharp, and as easy to control as his own limbs.


    Even more terrifying, he could use this power to enhance any part of his body!


    For some reason, thinking of this, Orion instinctively glanced at his cock.


    He focused his attention there, and instantly, a powerful force gathered, making his cock thicker and harder.


    This is insane...


    His cock was already formidable, and with localized enhancement, it might actually serve as a weapon in a pinch.


    Ahem... Though he hadn''t taken the bloodline trial yet, Orion assessed himself as a half-bloodline warrior.


    With his enhanced strength, Orion checked his current attributes:


    [Name: Orion]


    [Race: Giant]


    [Level: Standard]


    [Age: 10 years]


    [Height: 7.5 feet]


    [Weight: 600 pounds]


    [Cock: 25 inches]


    [Strength: 45]


    [Agility: 34]


    [Intelligence: 31]


    Title: Survivor


    Skills: Advanced Greatsword Mastery, Advanced Spear Throwing Mastery, Intermediate Beast Taming, Intermediate Resistance Skin


    Special Skill: Intermediate Blood Rage (Can advance to talent after completing bloodline trial)


    "Besides strength, I''ve grown taller too," Orion noted with bright eyes.


    Coming back to his senses, Orion noticed he had an audience and asked, "Lysinthia, am I handsome?"


    "Master, you''re the best," Lysinthia replied, her face still flushed, her eyes glistening as if about to overflow.


    "But shouldn''t you... put on your beast skirt first?"


    "Uh, wow?!!"


    ...


    Inside the tent, Orion sat on the bed, while the serpent maid sewed a new beast skirt, occasionally glancing at him softly.


    As someone who had lived on Earth for many years, even with the Blackstone Tribe''s open customs, Orion wasn''t in the habit of running around naked.


    It must have been the power enhancement that tore the skirt...


    "Master, it''s done," Lysinthia smiled, holding up the beast skirt and personally helping him put it on.


    "You''re quite skilled, thank you, Lysinthia."


    "This is my honor, if you like, I can sew anything for you in the future," Lysinthia beamed at Orion''s praise.


    Orion patted her head, and Lysinthia smiled with squinted eyes, her tail swaying gently.


    "I''m stepping out for a bit, I''ll be back soon."


    "Mm."


    Orion left the tent, heading straight for the chieftain''s tent, now his sister''s residence.


    Coincidentally, Clymene and Elders Thorak and Rendall were there.


    "How is the war going?" Orion asked.


    The situation was grim, as expected.


    On his way, Orion saw many wounded, their faces pained, broken weapons discarded, and many familiar faces missing from the tribe.


    Clymene nodded, sighing, "As you can see, we''re left with a mess."


    "War, injuries, compensation, disease spread..."


    "But the only good news is the Tiger Tribe is willing to negotiate."


    Orion sneered, "What''s their demand?"


    "Firestone, 500 pounds," Clymene held up five fingers.


    Orion almost laughed in anger, "They''ll leave for 500 pounds of firestone? How ''generous''!"


    Winter hadn''t even arrived, and the Blackstone Tribe had already lost many members, only to appease those who turned their blades on them with 500 pounds of firestone?!


    "Dream on! Those damned tigers won''t get a single piece!" Orion slammed the table in fury, cursing, "Once we bleed, more sharks will come sniffing!"


    "We might as well hold out. The polar night of winter is coming, let''s see if the tigers can withstand the extreme cold and dark beast tides!"


    Hearing this, the elders sighed, and even Clymene was silent.


    Orion wasn''t wrong; their only choice was to fight.


    The tigers knew this, hence the 500-pound demand, seemingly modest but with no intention of retreating.


    Rendall said gravely, "The decisive battle will be in a few days. The medicine and food we traded for have been useful."


    Thorak nodded, "They can''t wait either. Before the polar night, there must be a resolution."


    With that, Clymene organized tasks. The Blackstone Tribe was their last home, and with the fortified walls and territorial advantage, the giants had a fighting chance despite the power gap.


    But the battle required dual preparation, especially a life-and-death struggle.


    ...


    Orion left the tent, returning to the Abyss, determined to gather enough cores to trade for the Bone War Trident.

 Dark Nym Lord

    Upon returning to the abyss, the first layer had completely transformed. Every passage was covered with enormous spider webs, and bats, stuck in them, flapped their wings but could not escape.


    Shadow Spinner hung upside down, resting, but crawled over as soon as it saw Orion.


    "Nice work," Orion gave Shadow Spinner a thumbs up and began slaughtering the bats.


    Shadow Spinner used its limbs to roll up the webs, bringing them to Orion.


    All Orion had to do was raise his greatsword and smash down, instantly wiping out dozens of bats.


    Their teamwork was seamless, greatly increasing efficiency. In just two hours, they had killed two thousand bats. The first layer was nearly cleared of bats.


    Orion not only gained some attribute boosts but also collected a lot of low-grade cores, though there were hardly any C-grade or higher.


    During this time, Orion had been trying to contact Arthas, but the other party remained aloof, with no response.


    Interestingly, the latest prompt indicated the other party was in a soul-wandering state, unable to reply.


    "Could he be dead? Or maybe he''s an undead?" Orion wondered.


    "There''s nothing left to do on the first layer; it''s time to check out the second layer." Orion had nearly explored the entire first layer of the Abyss and had found the entrance to the second layer. But at the time, he hesitated due to insufficient strength and lack of necessity. Now it was time to proceed.


    "Baseball, be cautious in the second layer. You''re the only elite creature on the first layer, but there will be more on the second. Be careful." Orion patted Shadow Spinner''s head, advising it.


    With that, they both entered the second layer of the Abyss.


    The environment of the second layer was similar to the first, but Orion remained vigilant, wary of encountering more powerful hero-level creatures.


    Orion quickly devised a plan: he would lure isolated Abyssal creatures, and Shadow Spinner would use web traps to control them, then they would work together to kill them.


    The creatures on the second layer were generally stronger than those on the first, and the cores they dropped were of higher quality.


    An hour later, Orion and Baseball had hunted over a dozen Abyssal creatures, finally gathering 10 B-grade cores.


    With enough cores, Orion immediately accessed the Survivor Trading Platform and purchased the [Bone War Trident].


    A bright silver trident appeared in his hand, its sharp prongs long and spear-like, with a strong piercing feel.


    The panel displayed a prompt:


    [Newbie quest triggered: Swing the trident 100 times to gain Basic Trident Mastery]


    Perhaps due to its high compatibility, the trident''s newbie quest was ten times harder than usual, but swinging it 100 times was still simple.Stolen story; please report.


    Orion quickly swinging the trident, and soon completed the 100 swings.


    [Basic Trident Mastery: Base attack damage +20%, weak point hit damage +40%, adds bleeding effect on hit; very low chance to instantly kill bleeding enemies]


    [Bleeding: Continuous physical damage, stackable once.]


    [Description: You know it like an old friend returning.]


    "Pretty strong..." Orion''s eyes widened.


    Though he knew the trident was highly compatible with him, its strength was surprising. Bleeding and instant kill, and this was just basic mastery!


    Despite the increased difficulty of the newbie quest, the effect was powerful.


    The newbie quest refreshed again.


    [Newbie quest triggered: Hit targets 500 times with the trident to gain Intermediate Trident Mastery]


    500 times... Orion sighed, the task was heavy and not easily completed.


    But thinking of the tribe''s crisis, Orion steeled himself, determined to accelerate his growth to provide timely support!


    Suddenly, Orion saw the ground crack beneath him and leaped away!


    A massive black tentacle burst from the ground, whipping toward Orion! Unable to dodge in time, he was struck and sent flying.


    Shadow Spinner reacted quickly, spitting webs to entangle the tentacle.


    "Watch your back, Baseball!" Orion shouted as he got up.


    Another tentacle burst from the ground behind Shadow Spinner, wrapping around it and slamming it into the mountainside, scattering rocks.


    "Damn, we''ve got a big one!" Orion gritted his teeth, opening the panel to check the creature''s information:


    [Creature: Dark Nym Lord]


    [Level: Elite]


    [Weight: 18,000 pounds]


    [Strength: 88]


    [Agility: 1]


    [Defense: 20]


    [Skills: Nym''s Tentacles, Rapid Regeneration]


    [Nym''s Tentacles: Nym has no true physical form; all actions and attacks are performed by tentacles. As long as the tentacles exist, Nym cannot die.]


    [Rapid Regeneration: Nym is a special creature, with severed parts healing at an incomprehensible speed.]


    Like Shadow Spinner, this creature was also a boss, the second layer''s lord, a massive entity lurking underground.


    But Orion didn''t need to be overly afraid; against an elite creature, he and Shadow Spinner were enough.


    Orion twisted his body, dodging a new tentacle from the ground, then drove the trident in with all his might, slicing the tentacle horizontally!


    However, the severed tentacle stuck together like clay, and within seconds, the cut was nearly gone.


    The fully healed tentacle attacked Orion again!


    "Healed so fast?!" Orion couldn''t dodge in time, but a web shot from afar, wrapping around the tentacle.


    "Nice one, Baseball." Orion turned to praise, only to be shocked by the sight of webs filling the space, binding all the tentacles. "Wow, impressive!"


    As expected of an elite boss, Shadow Spinner''s skills had quickly suppressed the Dark Nym.


    But the suppression was temporary, and time was of the essence.


    "Leave it to me!" Orion began a frenzied assault on the tentacles.


    However, the rapid regeneration exceeded expectations. No matter how he attacked, even severing ten tentacles at once, they would quickly retract underground and regrow from the stumps.


    Orion felt frustrated; while he could understand not winning, this was the first time he faced an opponent he couldn''t defeat completely.


    Amidst the relentless attacks, he completed the newbie quest, gaining Intermediate Trident Mastery!


    [Intermediate Trident Mastery: Base attack damage +25%, weak point hit damage +50%, adds bleeding and healing prohibition effects on hit; very low chance to instantly kill bleeding enemies]


    [Bleeding: Continuous physical damage, stackable twice.]


    [Healing Prohibition: Damage continuously triggers "bleeding," preventing the target from healing, reviving, or being treated. (Ineffective on hero-level and above creatures)]


    [Description: You know it like an old friend returning.]


    "Nice!" Orion shouted, wielding the trident, leaping high, and descending like a meteor. The falling trident sliced through the air, vertically severing a tentacle!


    The severed tentacle trembled violently, still sticking together but unable to heal as quickly as before.


    "It''s working!"


    Orion focused, locking onto all the tentacles bound by the giant web.


    The next moment, he swung the trident with force, slicing through everything around him.


    A wail echoed from underground, and after a moment of agony, there was silence. All of Dark Nym''s tentacles were severed, losing their vitality.


    Orion searched the massive corpse, finding an A-grade core and another Survivor''s Chest.


    "Sweet, another mystery box to open." Orion stowed the chest and core, leaving the Abyss.

 We won

    Orion returned to the Black Forest.


    Without pausing to rest, he headed straight to the tribe''s defensive line. The giant warriors of the Blackstone Tribe were assembled there, their massive forms towering over the fortifications. They stood ready, eyes fixed on the distant treeline where unseen enemies lurked.


    The Tiger Tribe was preparing to attack. The weather was growing colder, and the tigerfolk were done waiting.


    Elder Rendall, gripping a colossal sword, shouted to the warriors:


    "Brave warriors of the tribe! Look around at this land¡ªyour home, your lifeline!


    "And now, the filthy tigerfolk want to take it! They''ve slaughtered our kin, seized our resources, and aim to wipe us out!


    "Will you stand idle while our very existence is threatened? Will you let them destroy everything we hold dear?"


    As Rendall''s voice echoed over the assembly, a brief silence fell. Then, as one, the giant warriors responded with thunderous roars.


    "WAAAGH!"


    "WAAAGH!"


    Their eyes blazed crimson with fury, their roars shaking the very earth.


    Rendall brandished his sword, his voice booming, "Now is the battle for life and death! I will stand with you, witnessing our future!"


    The giants'' morale surged to its peak, the battle on the brink of eruption.


    A horn sounded, and a sentry shouted, "They''re coming! Archers ready! Prepare to attack!"


    Arrows rained down as the distant cries and roars of tigerfolk grew closer.


    "Looks like I''m not too late." Orion said, gripping his trident, ready to face the enemy.


    "Wait, don''t go out yet."


    He turned to see Kolgor, a seasoned giant warrior leaning against the wall. Kolgor was removing his leather armor, applying medicine to a wound on his shoulder. He waved Orion over.


    "Kolgor, you''re hurt! Is it serious?" Orion asked with concern.


    "This? It''s nothing," Kolgor grunted, shaking his head. He then added, "It''s too dangerous here. You should go back. We''ll handle this."


    "I''m Hyperion''s son! My dream is to become a powerful warrior," Orion declared, patting his chest.


    Kolgor regarded him for a long moment, then sighed. "To be a competent warrior, bravery alone isn''t enough. You need to see the enemy''s weaknesses.


    "The tigerfolk can transform into tiger forms during battle, greatly enhancing their strength in this state, but their bellies remain a fatal weakness. Aim for their bellies, and you can bring them down!"This novel''s true home is a different platform. Support the author by finding it there.


    Orion rubbed his chin thoughtfully.


    Just then, a massive white tiger leaped over the wall!


    Its eyes gleamed with cruelty as it lunged, jaws wide, aiming to bite the neck of a nearby giant.


    "Watch out!" Without hesitation, Orion hurled his trident. The weapon whistled through the air, piercing the white tiger''s head and pinning it to the ground in a spray of blood.


    A moment later, the trident reappeared in Orion''s hand, the blade now stained crimson.


    "An enchanted weapon... and a rare spatial enchantment!" Kolgor exclaimed in astonishment.


    The giants nearby were stunned by Orion''s display. Where did he acquire such a powerful weapon? And how did he manage to break through the tigerfolk''s defenses without aiming for their bellies?


    Without waiting for answers, Orion held his trident firmly and charged into the fray, facing the invading tigerfolk head-on.


    The tigerfolk warriors, expecting an easy assault, quickly realized something was amiss. A relatively small giant¡ªnot particularly imposing¡ªwas cutting through their ranks with terrifying efficiency.


    This young giant wielded a silver trident, each strike a deadly blur. The wounds he inflicted did not heal; the tigerfolk bled profusely until they collapsed, utterly incapacitated.


    To other giants, the tigerfolk had one weakness: their closely guarded bellies. But to Orion, the tigerfolk were full of vulnerabilities, no more challenging to kill than bats.


    Bats might be tougher since they could fly¡ªunlike these tigerfolk.


    Soon, a pile of tigerfolk corpses formed a gruesome mound before the wall.


    Orion''s trident swung with relentless momentum, each sweeping arc claiming multiple lives.


    The Tiger Tribe''s strength lay in their individual prowess and overwhelming numbers. They had strong defenses and attacked in relentless waves. But now, faced with the giant wielding the silver trident like a harbinger of death, their confidence wavered.


    "Who is that young giant?!"


    "Is it Rendall... no, he''s far stronger than Rendall! Damn it! The chief never mentioned such a warrior among the giants!"


    "Stop attacking his position! Bypass him! Capture Clymene and force them to surrender!"


    Following their leader''s command, the tigerfolk rallied, launching a coordinated assault on another section of the wall.


    The Blackstone Tribe, while brave, was not the strongest in the Black Forest. Not all giants could match the prowess of the young warrior with the trident. If the tigerfolk could avoid him and capture Clymene, victory might still be within reach.


    The tigerfolk''s eyes were filled with determination. But then they saw something that made their blood run cold.


    "What the fuck?!"


    "Leader! The giant with the trident is charging at us!"


    "What''s he doing?! Damn it! Block him! Hold him off!"


    Without a word, Orion barreled toward the tigerfolk, his expression fierce. His only response was the Bone War Trident flashing in his hands.


    "Go to hell and repent!" he roared, his battle lust surging to an all-time high.


    The power of Blood Rage coursed through his veins, amplifying his strength. With a mighty strike, he slammed the trident into the ground.


    **Boom!**


    Every giant and tigerfolk present witnessed an unforgettable sight. The tigerfolk''s vaunted defenses shattered like glass, warriors sent flying through the air.


    Time seemed to slow as Orion swung his trident once more, a silver whirlwind tearing through the ranks.


    The airborne tigerfolk couldn''t even scream as their bodies were torn to pieces.


    **Thud. Thud.**


    Blood and fragments rained down, but Orion stood unmoved, as if it had merely started to drizzle.


    The remaining tigerfolk stared in horror, their will to fight utterly broken. They began to tremble, voices shaking as they shouted:


    "Retreat!"


    "Retreat immediately!"


    Seeing the once-ferocious tigerfolk flee in panic, the giants on the wall were momentarily stunned. Then, realization dawned.


    "Did we... did we win?"


    "We did!" A scarred giant beside him removed his helmet, eyes glistening with emotion.


    "We won! We won!!" The giants erupted in jubilation.


    They looked at the young giant with the trident standing on the battlefield, his figure etched against the sky. Together, they began to cheer:


    "WAAAGH!"


    "Invincible Orion! Invincible Orion!"

 Hero-level pet egg

    Orion greeted the giants briefly before leaving, feeling a bit worn out from the continuous battles. Once back in his tent, he quickly fell asleep.


    As the night grew colder, Lysinthia thoughtfully covered him with furs and then curled up beside him to sleep.


    Over time, Lysinthia had developed a unique attachment to Orion, always wanting to be by his side. Yet, she felt a twinge of anxiety, knowing she hadn''t yet evolved into a human form, which meant she couldn''t fully engage in intimacy.


    ...


    Orion slept soundly and had a dream where he met a beautiful dark elf maiden in the forest.


    They fell in love at first sight and decided to make love in the woods.


    The elf was petite, and Orion''s erect cock was nearly as tall as she was.


    To make love, Orion lay on the ground while the elf wrapped her legs around his cock, climbing up like a pole dancer.


    But for some reason, Orion''s member seemed slippery, and no matter how the elf climbed, she kept sliding back down.


    So, for almost the entire night, the elf maiden slid up and down his cock, which felt perpetually slick.


    ...


    On the next day, Orion awoke to find Lysinthia clutching his member. She had fallen asleep, her mouth still wrapped around the head of his cock, with traces of saliva at the corners.


    Orion realized what had happened in his dream. Lysinthia must have noticed his erection in his sleep and, wanting to please him, had spent the night giving him oral pleasure.


    Orion understood Lysinthia''s feelings. She felt insecure about not being able to please him like a normal woman, so she compensated with her oral skills.


    "When I complete the bloodline trial, I''ll find a way to help her strengthen herself, so she feels secure."


    Gently, Orion lifted Lysinthia off his cock and dressed before stepping outside.


    Opening the tent, he was taken aback.Royal Road is the home of this novel. Visit there to read the original and support the author.


    "Holy shit, who piled all this stuff at my door?"


    There were various furs and jerky, along with some peculiar items.


    [Tiger Testicles]


    Description: A trophy taken from a tiger; consuming it can boost your body''s hormones and enhance your sexual performance.


    ...


    [Maiden''s Panties]


    Description: Your heroic deeds have earned the tribe''s admiration. This is a token of affection from a giant maiden. If you choose to wear these panties on your head and run a lap around the tribe, the maiden will move into your tent to live with you.


    ...


    [A Letter from the Succubus Tribe]


    Description: Your prowess has spread through the Black Forest. The Succubus Tribe sees you as a true warrior and offers a common succubus maiden to marry you if you wish.


    ...


    Succubi are similar in size to giants, known for their beauty and skill in lovemaking. It''s said they can provide men with unparalleled pleasure.


    Moreover, succubi are loyal creatures. Though they enjoy seducing men, they remain chaste until they find a partner, to whom they are eternally faithful.


    "A succubus is a good choice, but a common one isn''t enough. Only a true succubus royal is worthy of being my woman!"


    As Orion mused, Lysinthia awoke, slithering out of the tent.


    Seeing the array of ''gifts,'' Lysinthia was equally surprised, exclaiming, "Master, as the hero who drove away the Tiger Tribe, you''ve truly saved us all! These must be their tokens of gratitude."


    "Sort through them, and return anything useless," Orion said, waving his hand. "Keep a small portion of the jerky and furs, and send the rest to the warehouse."


    "Understood, Master." Lysinthia, with a gentle gaze, efficiently managed the resources at the door, acting as a competent steward.


    Though she secretly wished to keep everything, knowing Orion''s indifference to material wealth, she refrained from expressing her desires as a servant.


    Then Orion added, "You can keep some consumables, and if there''s anything you like, feel free to choose a couple of items."


    The serpent girl hesitated, "I-I don''t need anything..."


    "It''s fine, take what you like. I allow you to pick two things."


    With Orion''s permission, Lysinthia''s face lit up with joy, her admiration and dependence on him growing stronger.


    "I must evolve into a human form soon, so I can please Master with my body!"


    Lysinthia rummaged through the pile and quickly found two items.


    [Breast Enlargement Potion]


    Description: An alchemical potion that, when applied to the chest, can increase breast size.


    ...


    [Giant Carnivorous Plant Stamen]


    Description: A Black Forest specialty, consuming it can accelerate body evolution.


    ...


    Lysinthia chose quickly, both items aimed at pleasing Orion.


    Meanwhile, Orion sat inside his tent.


    The gentle breeze rustled the tent''s flaps as he focused on the Survivor''s Chest before him, a reward from his recent Abyss adventure.


    "I wonder what good stuff I''ll get this time."


    He slowly opened the chest. A soft glow revealed a peculiar pet egg inside.


    "A pet egg?"


    Orion was surprised.


    Pet eggs were rare treasures.


    He carefully picked up the egg, feeling its warmth and the faint heartbeat within.


    He immediately accessed the system panel to check the egg''s attributes.


    Pet Egg


    Type: ???


    Quality: Hero


    Origin: Abyss


    Status: Unhatched


    Description: Requires the blood of a bloodline warrior to activate hatching.


    "Cool, it''s a hero-level pet egg!"

 Bloodline trial

    Orion had seen pet eggs on the Survivor Trading Platform before, and even a standard-level pet egg was quite expensive. An elite-level one was priced beyond reach for most.


    As for a hero-level pet egg, he had never seen one listed for sale. Such eggs were incredibly rare, their value immeasurable.


    Unlike traditional pet eggs, the ones obtained from the Survivor''s Chest couldn''t hatch naturally; they required the blood of a bloodline warrior to activate.


    Orion furrowed his brow.


    "It seems I''ll need to become a bloodline warrior to hatch this pet egg."


    With this realization, a sense of anticipation and challenge welled up within him.


    "The tigerfolk completed their bloodline trial at 12. Though I''m only ten, I can start preparing for my own awakening trial."


    He clenched his fist, determination shining in his eyes.


    "I''m confident I can succeed. When spring arrives, I''ll take the awakening trial!"


    Orion planned to use this time to train in the Abyss, gather cores, and occasionally raid the elders'' stockpiles.


    Initially, Orion thought they might be reluctant, but upon hearing he was preparing for the trial, the elders were incredibly supportive.


    "Orion, this is a Lubricant Stone Elixir. It can soften armor and stone-skin defenses, sure to be useful for you!"


    "This is a Soul Amulet, offering protection against physical and mental attacks. It can even warn you in advance¡ªjust roll away when you hear the bell ring..."


    "Young chieftain, I don''t have much to offer, but I can share my experience and key points about the bloodline trial. Once you''re in the trial grounds, first..."


    The elders were enthusiastic, seeing in Orion the makings of a chieftain.


    Brave, strong, devoted to the tribe, and importantly, a direct descendant, well-known and trusted.


    ...


    Time flew by, and winter finally descended, plunging the Black Forest into polar night.


    Snow began to fall outside the tribe, the wind howling, with the occasional distant roar of dark beasts.


    In Clymene''s tent, the siblings chatted over meat, with Lysinthia occasionally pouring them drinks.


    "This year''s supplies are abundant, including the compensation from the Tiger Tribe. We have enough to last until next winter."Enjoying this book? Seek out the original to ensure the author gets credit.


    "And according to the giant guards, there aren''t many dark beasts this year, and they''re weak. The tribe should pass this winter peacefully."


    Clymene shared the recent news with a smile, then added, "Also, since we defeated the Tiger Tribe, some smaller tribes want to ally with us, offering tribute for protection. What do you think?"


    "Sister, you decide these things," Orion shook his head slightly, not wanting to meddle in matters he didn''t understand.


    "Don''t you want to be the chieftain of the Blackstone Tribe? I think you''re more capable than I am," Clymene sighed.


    Orion shrugged it off, smiling, "That''s too far off. Let''s focus on the present. Why are the dark beast tides so weak this year? There''s no pressure at all."


    "It''s just this year, but it''s not a good sign," Clymene explained.


    "This situation means next year''s dark beast tide will be massive and unprecedented. It''ll be a huge challenge for all the tribes in the Black Forest."


    Orion pursed his lips slightly.


    Lysinthia chimed in, "It''s okay, with my master here, we''ll overcome any challenge."


    Clymene chuckled, "Your little maid has a lot of faith in you."


    "Naturally, because I have faith in myself," Orion nodded.


    "I look forward to it."


    ...


    Six months later, winter ended.


    For the first time, the Blackstone Tribe lost no members during the harsh winter, making history. Several female giants even became pregnant.


    Spring returned, the long-lost sunlight illuminating the land, sweeping through the Black Forest as the ice and snow melted.


    In the square, the siblings and elders discussed plans.


    "Besides hunting, we can cultivate land for farming, increasing food production."


    "We need to learn weaving and smelting, to be self-sufficient."


    Rendall looked troubled, "We don''t have the necessary skills."


    "That''s simple. Lysinthia, teach everyone how to cultivate and weave, passing on the skills."


    The serpent girl''s eyes lit up, nodding earnestly, "Leave it to me."


    "The strong giants will continue hunting, ensuring basic food supply while expanding into other areas."


    "And..."


    Orders were passed down one after another, and the giants began to bustle with activity.


    Orion too was about to face the most important moment of his life.


    ...


    Outside the trial grounds, several giants waited quietly, led by Elder Thorak.


    The first to take the bloodline trial was Brom, a very strong giant, standing 13 feet tall and weighing over 1200 pounds, having just turned 18.


    The trial was intense, and Brom nearly died, but he awakened with a B-grade bloodline, crawling out of the trial grounds.


    "Defense bloodline awakened, with a 50% defense boost. Very good," Elder Thorak beamed, pleased to have another bloodline warrior in the tribe.


    The other giants waiting for their trial watched Brom with envy and admiration, silently encouraging themselves.


    Others entered the trial, but after three days, there was no news.


    Elder Thorak sighed, marking an X on the list with a stone.


    ...


    A week later, Orion, just turned 11, lounged in his tent, watching his sister bustle about... preparing his birthday.


    The next day, Orion would take the bloodline trial.


    "Though you''re strong now, passing the trial is almost certain, there''s still risk... don''t be greedy, know when to stop, okay?"


    Listening to his sister''s advice, Orion nodded.


    After a while, she changed the subject, smiling, "My dear brother, has Lysinthia evolved into a humanoid form yet?"


    "Not so fast," Orion grumbled, "But as a maid, Lysinthia is very competent."


    Clymene chuckled, "Little one, in our giant tribe, 11 means you''re an adult. If you pass the trial safely, there''ll be a surprise waiting for you."


    Orion was intrigued, "A surprise? What kind?"


    His sister just smiled, talking about the trial instead.


    The next day, at the trial grounds.


    "Orion, are you ready?"


    Elder Thorak asked seriously.


    Orion nodded, "Let''s begin."


    Elder Thorak nodded slightly, waving his hand to open the massive trial gate.


    With determined eyes, Orion stepped inside.


    "Brother, come back safely," Clymene thought.


    "Master, no matter how long it takes, I''ll wait for your return," Lysinthia prayed silently, hands clasped to her chest.

 Ancient Titans heart

    The Trial Grounds.


    A desolate aura spread across the landscape, with a dark sky and earth stretching as far as the eye could see.


    Orion stepped into the trial grounds, quietly observing this mysterious realm.


    The so-called trial grounds were actually an independent space, unaffected by time, a world unto itself.


    Orion looked up, slightly awed... In the distant void, countless lights gathered around a massive heart, beating rhythmically.


    This place seemed alive... Orion opened his panel to check the information:


    [Ancient Titan''s Heart]


    [Current Level: F]


    [Energy Value: 0%]


    [Effect: Each beat of the Titan''s Heart refreshes ancient beasts within the trial space. Defeating these beasts increases the Titan''s Heart''s energy value. When the energy reaches 100%, the trial is complete, and you can choose to settle or continue the challenge.]


    [Note: Know your limits. The challenge cannot be interrupted, and once ancient beasts are refreshed, they will not disappear naturally.]


    Once the trial begins, there''s no turning back?


    Orion exhaled, steadying his mindset.


    At that moment, the panel displayed a newbie quest:


    [For every 100 ancient beasts defeated, gain 1 random attribute point]


    [Defeating ancient beasts earns trial points; the higher the trial points, the greater the rewards upon settlement]


    "Great, another chance to boost my strength!" Orion''s eyes gleamed.


    Orion approached the Titan''s Heart, murmuring his name, then bit his finger.


    With a gentle wave, a drop of blood flew from his finger, merging with the endless light into the Titan''s Heart.


    Orion looked up at the heart of the ancient giant, radiant as the stars. Even from afar, the immense power seemed to transcend time, pressing down on him, making it slightly hard to breathe.


    Soon, the Titan''s Heart fell silent, the light vanishing.


    But in the next instant,


    Boom!


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    A dazzling nova lit up the sky, awakening countless beasts!


    "It''s starting!" Orion''s expression sharpened.


    He saw countless scarlet eyes around him, roaring incessantly!


    A giant wolf charged from the side, and Orion immediately raised his trident, pinning it to the ground!


    [Newbie quest triggered: Hit with the trident 9999 times to gain Advanced Trident Mastery]


    Orion: "Nice, let the storm rage on!"


    A vast number of beasts began to refresh, starting with F-grade, very weak.


    Orion swung his trident, easily dispatching them, using the task as a training ground to boost his attributes.


    And he could earn some trial points...


    Of course, Orion had other tricks. He avoided hitting vital spots, allowing an F-grade beast to withstand two hits, doubling the progress of the advanced trident task!


    The beasts'' strength gradually increased, becoming more challenging. Early on was the best time to improve trident proficiency!


    Soon, all F-grade beasts were slain, their bodies dissolving into light.


    Boom!


    The sky exploded with brightness, the Titan''s Heart beating like a war drum!


    E-grade beasts began to refresh nearby, and Orion gripped his trident, feeling a bit of pressure: "Heh, no rest time, seems I need to slow down."


    Elder Rendall had warned him before entering the trial not to pursue efficiency early on. Many challengers died from exhaustion, not lack of strength.


    Indeed.


    Orion wielded his trident, no longer opting for aggressive attacks, instead using a strategy of luring and area clearing.


    This tactic allowed him to conserve energy while extending the trial time. Thus, Orion easily completed the E-grade trial.


    D-grade...


    C-grade...


    B-grade...


    Boom!


    The Titan''s Heart pulsed again, this time with a more powerful, vast sound, illuminating the entire space.


    Orion knew the trial was about to get difficult.


    But with 90% of the advanced trident task complete, Orion was confident!


    If previous beasts'' attributes increased gradually, B-grade to A-grade was a leap. Orion estimated these A-grade beasts had attributes over 20 points!


    Orion fought and retreated, knowing that if surrounded by numerous monsters, he could be overwhelmed!


    Then, with a panel notification, Orion smirked.


    [Newbie quest complete, gained Advanced Trident Mastery!]


    [You received Titan''s Blessing] (Temporary BUFF)


    [Advanced Trident Mastery: Base attack damage +40%, weak point hit damage +100%, chance to inflict bleeding and healing prohibition on hit, low chance to instantly kill bleeding enemies]


    [Titan''s Blessing: Adds splash damage when attacking enemies, disappears upon leaving the trial grounds]


    [Bleeding: Continuous physical damage, stackable twice.]


    [Healing Prohibition: Damage continuously triggers "bleeding," preventing healing, revival, or treatment. (Ineffective on hero-level and above)]


    [Description: You know it like an old friend returning.]


    Splash damage added! Orion was ecstatic; this was a huge help!


    Orion swung his trident, the silver blade slicing through an A-grade beast, then piercing through, a bright silver wave radiating from him, clearing a small area.


    In an instant, numerous beasts were killed by his strike!


    The A-grade trial ended quickly. With the task progressing, Orion had slain many beasts, greatly boosting his attributes!


    [Strength: 53]


    [Agility: 48]


    [Intelligence: 51]


    "So strong, these attributes, I''ve surpassed my sister and am not far from my father!"


    Orion was thrilled, and he also had 3000 trial points.


    Above, the Titan''s Heart glowed again, but unlike before, it didn''t beat rhythmically.


    Orion knew it awaited his decision.


    If he exited now, he could awaken an A-grade bloodline and receive an A-grade random reward.


    But Orion''s goal wasn''t A-grade; he hadn''t reached his limit. He aimed to challenge a higher bloodline power!


    Orion wiped the blood from his mouth, raising his hand to the Titan''s Heart.


    The Titan''s Heart contracted slightly, then a more powerful, earth-shattering tremor echoed through the space!


    Countless ancient beasts refreshed from all directions.


    They fixed their gaze on the giant with the trident at the center, and in the next second, they charged.

 Shadowstep

    Resentful Spiders, Aurora Sword Dragons, Ghost Pterosaurs... all beasts with attributes over 30! More terrifying than the A-grade trial, with even a few elite beasts mixed in!


    They refreshed endlessly, nearly filling the entire space.


    "Heh, a Jurassic zoo giveaway?" Orion gripped his trident, his fighting spirit igniting.


    The beasts stretched endlessly, like a tide.


    Orion knew his previous tactics wouldn''t work, as the beasts appeared faster than he could kill them!


    Starting from S-grade, each trial phase allowed rest periods.


    But no shortcuts were allowed in the trial; it had to be crushed head-on!


    "Heh... bring it on!"


    Orion roared, raising his trident to block the beasts'' frontal assault!


    His body stood like a mountain in the center of the trial grounds!


    Rip!


    Several claws tore into his back, leaving vicious wounds!


    "Damn it!"


    The S-grade beasts were incredibly strong, instantly shredding the leather armor Orion had bought from the Survivor Platform.


    Orion no longer held back, channeling Blood Rage through his arms, swinging his trident in a sweeping arc to slay all surrounding beasts!


    But the next moment, a bolt of lightning struck from above, hitting him directly!


    "Ahhh!!!"


    Orion screamed in pain, but it wasn''t over. Webs suddenly bound his body, and a triceratops charged at him!


    The triceratops was massive, weighing at least 20,000 pounds!


    Orion was knocked down by the tremendous impact, rolling dozens of times before stopping.


    The triceratops raised its head, roaring in triumph.


    Celebrating its successful kill.


    However, Orion wasn''t defeated. He slowly rose, his eyes blood-red with rage.


    "Don''t get cocky, I''m not done yet."


    He spat blood, staining the ground, the steam rising, forming a powerful aura around him.


    "WAAAGH!!!"


    The ground beneath Orion cracked, the fierce wind blowing debris away.


    He leaped high, swinging his trident with unmatched force at the massive triceratops!


    Boom!!!


    Orion''s trident pierced the triceratops''s head, spiderweb cracks spreading from its body, the powerful output killing half the nearby beasts!


    "It''s not over, come on!"


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    In the trial grounds, he was the lone wolf, living for battle, dying for the end.


    He only wanted to wield his weapon and annihilate the enemies before him!


    Finally, the last beast was sliced into pieces, and Orion collapsed in exhaustion, the once-light trident now unbearably heavy.


    He was spent.


    S-grade trial, complete!


    The beast kill count was updated, boosting Orion''s attributes once again, with his strength reaching 60.


    "Sister, Father, I''ve surpassed you..."


    Orion completed the S-grade bloodline trial, awakening S-grade bloodline power, making history for the Blackstone Tribe...


    Orion felt it was enough; he had reached his limit. Just as he was about to leave, a task appeared on the panel:


    [Newbie Quest Final Version: Complete all bloodline trial challenges to receive the Ancient Titan''s Legacy.]


    Huh... Orion wiped his mouth.


    S-grade was already immensely powerful, enough to lead the Blackstone Tribe to become the strongest in the Black Forest.


    Yes, there was no need to risk further.


    Once life is lost, no power is worth it.


    But something felt missing...


    Had he truly given his all?


    Would he be content leaving now?


    Orion looked up, staring at the Titan''s Heart.


    He felt the emotion in his heart, clear and pure, anticipating.


    As if his choice had awakened it.


    Then, Orion saw the next stage:


    [Ancient Titan''s Heart]


    Next Stage Level: SS


    Energy Value: 0%


    "The path of the strong is never easy."


    "Every giant has only one chance to take the bloodline trial. If I don''t challenge it, I''ll regret it forever!"


    Orion was determined to continue the challenge, but he needed to prepare thoroughly first.


    He accessed the Survivor Trading Platform, purchasing supplies.


    He still had many cores from the Abyss, which he exchanged for various alchemical potions, recovery potions, stamina potions, speed potions, and more.


    He even bought some Alpha Potions, known as the otherworldly Viagra.


    Anything useful, he bought, for if he died in the trial, the cores would be meaningless.


    "Oh, trial points can be used," Orion noticed his points had reached the limit, 100,000.


    So, he redeemed the highest reward, a lottery wheel flashed, and Orion received a skill book.


    [Shadowstep (Agility Skill)]


    [Fixed Effect: Increases agility by 50%, attack speed by 20% upon use]


    [Cooldown: 30 seconds]


    [Extra Effect: Each use has a chance to permanently increase agility by 1 point]


    Orion''s eyes widened, stunned by the skill book.


    The extra use could permanently boost agility; the growth potential was terrifying!


    Unable to wait, he decided to immediately test the power of the skill book. Whispering a spell, he gently waved his hand, and a shadow enveloped his entire body, as if blending into the night''s agility. Instantly, he felt much lighter, his movements became swifter than ever before.


    While Shadowstep was active, he leaped forcefully, jumping ten meters high!


    "What an amazing skill!"


    Orion used Shadowstep three times in succession. On the third use, he felt a strange energy, and his agility increased by 1 point.


    Now, Orion''s attributes reached new heights.


    [Strength: 60]


    [Agility: 58]


    [Intelligence: 55]


    With the Shadowstep skill, Orion was filled with confidence for upcoming challenges.


    After a short rest, Orion consumed all the beneficial alchemical potions, then looked up at the giant heart suspended in midair.


    "Let''s begin, SS-grade trial."


    Boom!


    Distant light illuminated the land, divine radiance falling, the Titan''s Heart began to beat.


    Darkness enveloped the surroundings, revealing countless scarlet eyes.


    "Hey, come on, bring it on!" Orion was full of fighting spirit, his expression manic!


    The beast tide surged toward him, endless.


    Each injury darkened the space.


    Each trident swing brightened it.


    Blood Rage!


    Shadowstep!


    Skills used recklessly, blood spilled on the battlefield.


    Every moment, Orion felt alive, yet death was but a step away.


    He didn''t know how long he fought, the silver trident turned completely crimson.


    Orion nearly lost consciousness, attacking on instinct alone.


    With the final strike, he collapsed, lying there for a long time, utterly exhausted.


    ...


    After a long while, Orion finally awoke.


    His body ached... muscles strained, extreme fatigue compounded by potion side effects.


    With sheer will, Orion stood, gazing at the Ancient Titan''s Heart.


    [Ancient Titan''s Heart]


    Current Level: SS


    Final Stage Level: SSS


    Energy Value: 0%


    SS-grade wasn''t the end; there was still SSS-grade to challenge.


    Completing it would grant the Ancient Titan''s Legacy and awaken an SSS-grade bloodline, making him the strongest bloodline warrior in history.


    However, there was also a chance of dying.


    As Orion hesitated, he felt his heart resonate with the Titan''s Heart floating above. A surge of vitality brought his body back to its optimal condition, and in that moment, a crazy idea solidified in his mind:


    "This heart was once part of me; it is my destiny to reclaim it, no matter what!"


    Orion clenched his fist, shouting, "It''s time to begin the final trial!"

 Embrace madness

    In an instant, countless lights surged around him, and Orion saw his surroundings brighten, his vision gradually being covered by the glow!


    Boom!


    A sound like the world was splitting apart echoed from afar.


    At that moment, Orion understood that this was the true power of the trial grounds'' legacy, and he would battle the power that had accumulated over tens of thousands of years in this space!


    Countless ancient beasts crawled from the earth, endless, like night descending upon the land.


    Orion watched them quietly until the last glimmer of light vanished from the sky.


    Demon Apes, Hellhounds, Flame Magical Bear... all elite creatures, without exception.


    This was the SSS-grade trial, an unparalleled pressure that would bring despair to any giant who faced it.


    This was the true test, a trial of life and death.


    The silence of the night was like the calm before a storm, and Orion gripped his silver trident tighter, his gaze growing sharper and more determined.


    Orion stepped back, raising his trident to summon a whirlwind, slicing a giant mosquito in two!


    Then, he pressed forward, using the trident to cleave open the chest of a Flame Magical Bear!


    Blood and entrails spilled out, and the bear roared in agony, a massive fireball forming in its mouth for a desperate attack.


    The blazing flames illuminated Orion''s face, reminiscent of the night Woofer died.


    Orion''s eyes turned cold.


    With a swift upward strike, the icy blade of the trident pierced its jaw, driving through its skull!


    Orion watched it die with indifference; this beast, which once pushed him to the brink, now seemed so insignificant.


    "What a pity."


    Orion sighed.


    There was no time for reflection, as the deaths of these two beasts ignited the fury of all present. They roared, charging recklessly.


    A beast tide, all elite-level!


    Several smaller beasts were trampled to death in the chaos!


    Orion raised his trident, channeling Blood Rage to strengthen his arms, using the speed advantage from Shadowstep to carve a path through the tide with sheer force!Stolen content alert: this content belongs on Royal Road. Report any occurrences.


    The trident struck heavily, his strongest Blood Rage strike killed three beasts, and the splash effect felled many more, but it wasn''t enough. The tide''s momentum barely faltered.


    More ancient beasts surged forward, catching Orion off guard and crashing into him!


    Crack... He heard his ribs break as he hit the ground hard.


    Before he could rise, the ground split open, a vine thicker than his arm wrapping around him and flinging him away!


    The next moment, a massive mantis appeared in the air, seizing the opportunity to strike with glowing blue claws!


    Orion grunted in mid-air, his back a bloody mess!


    Gritting his teeth, he hurled his trident with all his might, pinning the mantis to the ground.


    With a flash of light, the trident returned to his hand.


    "This won''t do, I need to regain control!" Orion thought.


    He charged toward the vine, trident in hand.


    Meanwhile, seven Hellhounds attacked from the side, their bloodthirsty fangs dripping with foul saliva, ready to tear the giant apart!


    "Shadowstep!"


    Orion deftly dodged the Hellhounds'' assault, then countered with a cleaving strike, the blood-red trident slicing through the hounds!


    [Whirlwind Slash]!


    The seven Hellhounds vanished in a flash of light, unable to even cry out.


    Orion exhaled heavily, but as he lifted his head, the world spun, his vision blurring!


    "Ahhh¡ª"


    "Nooo¡ª"


    The Song of the Abyss, a soul attack!?


    Among the beasts, several shaman-like creatures floated, chanting with reverence.


    Orion clutched his head in agony, the soul attacks making it hard to control his body, barely maintaining his sanity.


    In an instant, the beasts charged, ready to tear him apart!


    Claws, voodoo, strangling, ramming, burning...


    Endless pain engulfed him, but Orion stood through sheer will, swinging his trident, Blood Rage roaring to life, instantly slaying a kobold shaman.


    As the shaman fell, a familiar chest appeared at his feet.


    "A Survivor''s Chest!"


    Orion grabbed the chest, opening it immediately.


    A silver glow enveloped him.


    [You have gained the Berserk Aura]


    [Effect: Activating the Berserk Aura sends you and nearby allies into a frenzy, increasing health, reducing pain, and negating curse effects.]


    "You are responding to me," Orion glanced at the floating Titan''s Heart, a smirk on his lips.


    "Ahhh¡ª"


    The eerie song echoed again, and Orion steeled his mind, seeking to escape the soul-rending sensation by... abandoning consciousness!


    Embrace madness!!!


    The skill activated! The young giant''s eyes filled with blood, berserk power coursing through him!


    Slaughter! Just slaughter!


    Become a behemoth!


    In his berserk state, Orion shook off the curse''s effects, his strength, speed, and endurance pushed to the limit, every strike full force!


    Sword slashes, trident thrusts, spear throws!


    Not enough, not enough!


    Bite with teeth!


    Kick with feet!


    Tear with hands!


    The beasts were mercilessly slaughtered, none left whole!


    The battle raged on, time unknown, the crimson fading from Orion''s eyes.


    He nearly collapsed.


    "Damn, completely spent..."


    Orion''s body ached, gasping for air, each breath like knives in his lungs.


    Berserk maintained high combat power but drained him immensely, his body feeling like it would split, the pain unbearable.


    He struggled to stand, finding his greatsword broken, the edges cracked, the blade dulled.


    The spear was worse, shattered.


    Only the trident remained intact.


    "No, hold on, after all this, the trial should be nearly complete."


    "Can''t give up yet."


    Orion glanced at the panel, then froze, speechless.


    [Ancient Titan''s Heart]


    [Current Level: SSS]


    [Energy Value: 10.4%]


    10.4%???


    What the fuck!


    Orion''s heart sank into despair, the terror dragging him into darkness, his mind reeling.


    The slaughter, no less than a full SS-grade trial, was only 10.4% of SSS-grade progress?!


    Why, why...


    Orion sat in defeat, feeling unable to lift his weapon, repeating the question, his spirit nearly broken.


    Suddenly, a tiger-like beast charged, knocking him away.


    Orion''s body fell like a broken kite, limp on the ground.


    "Roar!!!"


    The massive tiger beast charged, its claws growing larger in Orion''s dimming vision, aiming for his heart.