The truth was undeniable. How much work did Sturm have to go through just to barely match second to third-step commoners in physical ability? It had almost been a decade since he arrived in this world, constantly working on his mind, body, and already exceptional combat abilities.
Now, he even contracted two once-mighty magic beasts who even transferred a part of their power to him, but even with their power, he could only match their strength. Of course, Sturm knew that although there was a direct relation between combat ability and physical ability, that relation only amounted to so much.
He had proven it, again and again, superior technique, magic, and senses had allowed him to destroy dozens of commoner guards and slavers at the same time, but his opponents were commoners no more. Even with all their advantages, the tier 10 ape had been an enormously dangerous opponent, and that beast lacked both intelligence and technique.
