'How about Status Attribute?' Turpis asked, and a new transparent tab began to materialize in his vision, presenting a information related to his own attributes.
[Status Attribute
Strength: 11.93
Agility: 12
Intelligent: 12
Fortitude: 15.01
(While in a state of rest, a Status Resistance of 8% will be triggered)
Dexterity: 11.7
Wit: 13
Arcane Mastery: 2nd Stage - Apprentice
Mystic points: 3]
Turpis stare at the number, he does understand what the words are written but he didn't know how to react as he had skepticism against this, "Why does only my fortitude have a special effect?" Turpis muttered, his voice tinged with a curiosity. He found himself grappling with the uneven distribution of these unique attributes and wondered about the significance behind it.
[Fortitude attribute has reached 15 points unlocking a passive ability]
'What are the average points?' Turpis continued with a sense of anticipation, Turpis requested further clarification from the voice in his head, hoping for some insight into the concept of average points.
[The average attribute of all intelligent creature summed up together is 38.9]
'isnt mine too low?' Turpis frowned as he scrutinize again his attribute, as he read again the transparent tab he notice the "all intelligent summed up together", 'How about the average attribute of humans?' Turpis asked.
[The average attribute of adult human is 10]
Turpis's mind raced with questions. 'How could the average attribute be so low? Had something changed? Were humans still the dominant species?' Seeking answers, Turpis directed his thoughts to the voice in his head, hoping for a response that would shed light on the current state of the world. However, he was dissapointed as the voice in his head did not answer.
Perhaps the world had shifted in ways he was unaware of, or perhaps there were factors he hadn't yet considered. Turpis realized that he would need to explore further, gathering more information and observing the world around him to truly grasp the current status of humanity.
Turpis began to assess himself, realizing the importance of staying focused and alert in his current environment. He put his questions aside for the moment and turned his attention back to the task at hand. After all, he was still in a potentially dangerous situation.
As he willed it, the transparent tab before him started to change, displaying a new text
[Status debuff report]
[None]
Turpis nodded resolutely, acknowledging the importance of completing his task efficiently. He approached the reptile's carcass with determination, fully aware that he only needed approximately 4kg of meat to fulfill his requirements and he is good to go.
As he diligently worked on the carcass, skillfully extracting the desired portions, Turpis couldn't avoid the splattering of the reptile's blood on his skin. Although he tried his best to minimize contact, a few drops managed to find their way onto his flesh, and immediately after 10 second he got the debuff called [Lesser Dragon's Blood revenge].
'Is the blood toxic?' Turpis couldn't help but wonder aloud, hoping for a response from the voice in his head. However, as before, silence filled his mind, leaving him to contemplate on his own.
'is this thing even edible?' With a lingering sense of uncertainty, Turpis paused his work and carefully inspected the meat he had harvested from the reptile's carcass. Examining its texture and appearance, he couldn't shake off the resemblance it bore to chicken meat.
As Turpis contemplated his options and assessed the situation, a strong instinct suddenly surged within him, compelling him to swiftly pack the 6-7 kg of meat he had harvested. In that moment, he didn't even care if the meat is edible or not; his instincts urged him to secure the valuable resource without delay, and this time he choose to follow his instinct.
Turpis didn't even think about if the meat is edible or not he grabbed the skin of the reptile with a meat on it, and with a swift movement Turpis began to jog towards another puddle of water.
In a flurry of urgency, Turpis wasted no time as he reached the puddle of water. His movements were swift and purposeful, driven by the knowledge that time was of the essence. With a sense of determination etched on his face, he quickly set about ensuring the cleanliness of the harvested meat.
With efficiency, Turpis meticulously washed each piece of meat, taking care to remove any traces of blood. His hands moved with precision, leaving no room for error. His focus was unwavering, knowing that every second counted.
Once satisfied that the meat was cleansed, Turpis turned his attention to his belongings. Without hesitation, he grabbed his bag and swiftly placed the reptile's hide and meat inside, ensuring their secure placement. Time was of the essence, and he couldn't afford to waste a moment.
As he surveyed the area, his eyes fell upon his blood-soaked t-shirt. Recognizing the need to rid himself of the evidence and potential scent, he seized the garment with a determined grip. With urgency guiding his every move, he plunged it into the cool water, watching as the crimson stains dispersed in the liquid.
But Turpis didn't stop there. Fully aware that any lingering odor could pose a threat, he dipped his bag, his t-shirt, and even himself into the water. The urgency fueled his actions, prompting him to thoroughly cleanse every trace of the reptile's blood.
In the midst of this hurried process, Turpis's focus remained unbroken. He understood that his very survival depended on his ability to move swiftly and efficiently. Time seemed to compress, and every action was executed with a sense of purpose and a heightened awareness of the impending danger.
After making sure that there was no blood leaking from his blood he cover it with his wet t shirt. Suddenly, a faint tremor shook the cave, causing Turpis to snap his attention towards a wide passageway looming before him. Instinctively, he knew that whatever approached, he stood little chance against it. His heart raced, and a surge of adrenaline coursed through his veins.
With a quick assessment of his surroundings, Turpis confirmed that he had everything he needed. There was no time for hesitation or second-guessing. He immediately broke into a jog, retracing his steps back towards the path he had come from.
*****
As Turpis made his way out of the chamber, a sense of calm settled over the surroundings. The once disrupted atmosphere returned to its former state of tranquility, interrupted only by the rhythmic echoes of water droplets gracefully falling from stalactites above. Each droplet created a melodic patter as it gently met the surface of a small water puddle, sending ripples across its glassy surface.
Suddenly, the tranquility of the chamber was shattered by a powerful tremor that rippled through the air. The ground beneath quivered as if the very earth itself trembled in fear. The once peaceful atmosphere was now charged with an undeniable presence, a sense of impending danger.
In the depths of the vast passageway, a pair of colossal reptilian eyes emerged from the shadows, their piercing gaze fixated on the chamber. The eyes gleamed with a predatory intensity, radiating an aura of primal power and dominance.
As the colossal reptilian eye drew nearer to the chamber, it suddenly came to a halt, fixated on the reptile carcass lying within. A deep, resonating growl rumbled from its throat, reverberating through the chamber. In a sudden burst of speed, it charged toward the chamber, its massive form causing the ground to quake beneath its weight.
As the glowing mushrooms illuminated the chamber, revealing the holder of the pair of reptilian eyes, the true scale of the creature was unveiled. With a staggering length of 21 meters and standing at an imposing height of 5 meters, it was a formidable sight to behold. The creature's presence exuded power and dominance, sending a shiver down to the spine on anyone who might see it.
However, this colossal reptile was not alone in its approach. Another creature, even larger than the first, emerged from the depths, followed by a multitude of smaller reptiles. However, even though they are small their sheer size still dwarfed that of the carcass within the chamber.
The mournful growls of the 5-meter reptile filled the chamber, creating an atmosphere of sorrow and loss. It seemed as if the creature was bidding a final farewell to the fallen carcass, its grieving calls echoing through the air. Meanwhile, the larger reptile's senses sharpened as it caught the scent of the intruder lingering in the chamber. Its primal instincts kicked in, driving it to action.
With a powerful surge of movement, the massive reptile began to crawl toward the passage Turpis had taken. Its colossal body filled the chamber, its determination evident in each purposeful stride. But just as it prepared to venture into the passage, it discovered that he was too big to crawl through the passageway, The big reptile charged at the passageway hoping that it would get bigger.
*BOOM*
A booming sound echoed at the passageway, but the force of the impact halted the larger reptile's progress, momentarily preventing it from following Turpis into the narrow passage. However, the same couldn't be said for its offspring. Eight earth lesser dragons, ranging in length from 13 to 15 meters and standing at 3 meters in height, were swift to react.
With agility and speed that belied their massive size, the earth lesser dragons began to crawl through the passage, determined to pursue the intruder. Their scaled bodies maneuvered with surprising grace, their eyes fixated on the fleeing scent. The earth shook with each of their powerful strides, amplifying the sense of imminent danger.