This chapter has an info dump, please bear with it.
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"Status"
As he uttered these words, a floating blue screen with golden borders materialized in front of him.
[Name: Rylan Emberwood (Given by humans), Real: ???
Race: Ancient (5% unlocked)
Title: Ancient of Souls, ???
MP: 10000/10000
Soul Force (SF): Infinite
Physique: 90 (average Mage at most has 15)
{Includes strength, agility, endurance, Mana regeneration, Resilience, and Resistance to Physical Damage}
Control: 1 (this has no limit, as Novice Mage can surpass Apprentice Mage or even Acolyte Mage in control)
Vitality: 90 (Novice Mage at most has 15)
{Includes mana points, healing, stamina, and magic intelligence}
Elements: Primary- Soul; Secondaries- Flame, Lightning, Void
Powers: Soulforge, Immortality (Race's Inherited), Enhanced Physical Attributes (Race's Inherited), (locked +3)
Skills:
Soul Perception (Passive): Can perceive the spiritual essence within living beings, sensing the vibrancy or turmoil of their souls. This ability allows you to discern emotions, intentions, and the overall well-being of individuals. (use SF)
Flame Burst (active): Can summon a small burst of flames from their hands, creating a localized explosion that engulfs their target in fire. This skill is useful for close-quarters combat or igniting objects from a distance. (50 MP per use) (can use more)
Electric Charge (active): Can channel a surge of electricity through their body, temporarily enhancing their speed and reflexes. This skill allows them to move with incredible agility, dodge incoming attacks, and deliver lightning-fast strikes. (20 MP per sec) (can use more)
Void Shield (active): Can create a small shield made of pure void energy to deflect incoming projectiles or absorb the impact of melee attacks. This shield provides a temporary barrier of protection and can be formed quickly in response to imminent danger. (depends on attacks potency)
Soulbond (active): The Soulbond Connection is a unique skill possessed by Rylan, allowing him to forge a deep spiritual connection with another individual. With this skill, he can establish a profound bond on a soul level, forming a union that transcends physical and emotional barriers. The Soulbond Connection enables the sharing of thoughts, emotions, memories, and even powers between the main character and the bonded individual. Remaining Uses:1
Soulbond Connection:
Siliya Inferna ]
Rylan felt surprised as he initially anticipated a leveling-up or experience-based system, but it turned out to be a system based on hard work, enabling him to easily utilize and perceive skills and powers.
It's not that the system is useless; it's just that he is unaware that the most crucial aspect of the mage's path is understanding. It's not a matter of uttering a name and the attack being executed. First, mana needs to be converted into elemental energy, then gathered at a specific point, given a desired shape or form, and finally empowered to launch and sustain itself, making the attack successful. And that's why his control is lacking.
Unaware of how fortunate he is, as there are few who can harness soul power, but still some who can at least comprehend it.
While examining his status, several things surprised him, but the most astonishing revelation was his Soulbond with Siliya. This explained why she was so concerned about him, and why he was so carefree despite the strange occurrences, like fire in her eyes.
"System, where am I?"
[Host, you are currently in one of the eight capitals of Demon's Roost, Inferna.]
"Demons?" Rylan inquired.
[Yes, and Miss Siliya is a fire demon and the ruler of this capital.]
Before he could pose any more questions, Siliya called from outside,
"Are you finished?"
"Ah, no, wait a minute."
"Okay, and if you haven't noticed yet, your clothes are on your right side."
Upon hearing this, he donned a white shirt and blue jeans and emerged from the bathroom.
As he stepped out, he caught sight of Siliya seated on the balcony chair. The breathtaking backdrop of the beautiful city perfectly complemented her appearance, causing his heart to beat faster. Likewise, Siliya's heart raced upon seeing Rylan.
"Come, sit here," Siliya beckoned, pointing to the chair in front of her.
Rylan complied and took a seat, his face brimming with questions.
"I know you have inquiries, but let me clarify a few points first," Siliya spoke in a sweet voice, waiting for Rylan's affirmation.
"Go ahead," Rylan responded promptly.
"First," she began, raising her index finger.
"I am aware of the soul bond." Rylan's shocked expression wasn't due to her statement, as he had already anticipated it. The soul bond wasn't a technique of enslavement but a deepening of the connection with the bonded individual. The shock came from what he observed through his soul perception skill—a profound and intense love. This realization began to stir something within him, yet he refrained from interrupting her.
"Second," she continued, raising her middle finger.
"I am unaware of your power and how it works, so please refrain from asking me about it," she stated, lowering her hand, signifying that she had conveyed all she needed to.
"Why was the ruler of a demon city in a human pub?" Rylan inquired, driven by curiosity regarding Siliya's presence there, considering the presence of clubs in the area as evident from the cityscape. He had various speculations, but he simply wanted to confirm.