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After receiving the team's tokens, Olov and Aeran browsed through the Fractured Monolith's shop in search of a piece of knowledge integral to their abilities. Since the plan hinged on them fulfilling their role at maximum efficiency, each of them sought a knowledge that would drastically increase their effectiveness.
For Aeran, he favored the Sword Mastery knowledge. It was a passive ability that gave insight into the techniques revolving around the Foundational Strikes. In essence, every complex sword technique originated from solid foundations along with a combination of basic movements. When arranged together, it gave birth to the outline of a technique.
As for the complete creation, it required the infusion of Mana.
Just a few seconds after purchasing the knowledge, basic sword movements filled Aeran's mind. An astounding volume at that, so much it initially baffled him.
