Saad walked a short distance, finding solace on a bench in Mazarine Square. Curious about his progress, he decided to check the quest bar. To his satisfaction, he noticed that he had successfully completed his first ever quest that he received in the Seraphia.
[Quest: A Mother's Worry]
Lavinia has been genuinely worried about your health and your future as an adventurer. It would put her mind at ease if you are properly ready for the challenges that lie ahead in the vast world.
- Increase your level: 10/10
- Acquire class: complete
- Acquire 1 defense skill: complete
- Win against a warrior 1 level above yours: complete
Difficulty: B
Time limit: ---
Reward:
- Reputation +30
- A Hidden Piece of Emberflame's History
- Spheres: +3
- Title: A Good Son
* Go and see NPC Lavinia to receive your rewards.*
Saad was deeply interested in the hidden piece he was going to get from [A Mother's Worry]. His fingers danced over the holographic interface as he accessed the quest log, eyes narrowing in on the intriguing entry - [The Curse of Fate- 1].
"There has to be a connection," Saad mused to himself, wondering if the hidden piece would unravel the enigma behind the SS rank quest. After all, he still hadn't forgotten the conversation Lavinia had with the old cleric Gabriel. There was definitely something going on.
Turning his attention to the status points, Saad found himself at a crossroads. The locked vitality remained a constant thorn in his side, a reminder of his mistake that had led to this misfortune in the first place. He deliberated over the distribution of the 10 status points, a precious resource that could tip the scales in his favor.
"Agility," Saad murmured, adding five points to the attribute that had proven instrumental in his recent victory. As a whip master, he was aware of the importance of swift and precise movements. Besides, if things go south, he could always just run.
"Strength," he continued, allocating three points to add a touch of physical might to his arsenal. His attacks needed to carry more weight, especially against formidable foes, be it monster or other players.
"Dexterity," Saad decided, assigning two points to improve the precision and control required for his intricate whip techniques. Every lash counted, and precision was key.
As the holographic numbers adjusted, Saad's attributes evolved:
-Agility: +5 >> 159
-Strength: +3 >> 48.3
-Dexterity: +2 >> 46.2
With a sense of anticipation, Saad delved into his inventory, eager to get the level up rewards from the chests. As he absentmindedly played with the Moonstone earrings dangling from his ears, a sudden realization struck him like a bolt.
'The Moonstone earrings!' he thought to himself, a tinge of regret in his heart. The forgotten accessory could have potentially altered the course of his duel with Verena, providing him with crucial information about the duration of the barrier the earrings offered for future combats.
Shrugging off the missed opportunity with a lingering irritation, Saad redirected his focus to the task at hand and proceeded to open the chests. The holographic interface projected rewards for reaching levels 17 and 18. His lips parted to sigh as the loot materialized before him.
The rewards gleamed in the digital light:
- Middle Rank Healing Potion of Verdant Soothe
- Low-Level Potion of Resilience
[Verdant Soothe]
Description: An advanced potion of the basic verdant soothe which can quickly fill up your HP.
Rank: uncommon
Usage: 1
Effect:
Hp: +50
[Potion of Resilience]
Description: The Potion of Resilience is a valuable elixir designed to fortify the character's defenses in the face of adversity. Upon consumption, this single-use potion bestows a temporary boon, enhancing the character's resilience and providing them with added protection during combat.
Rank: Common
Usage: 1
Effect: Grants temporary damage reduction by 50% and increased resistance to negative status effects by 40%.
Duration: 15 minutes
The rewards were fine, after all he couldn't always expect amazing rewards from a silver box but he was pleasantly surprised by the HP potions. 50 HP was nothing to scoff off.
In the first place, the rewards from leveling chests were often a mixed bag, and Saad understood the unpredictability of the system.
With a mixture of anticipation and tempered expectations, Saad turned his attention to the chest he had obtained from the first floor of the dungeon. Inhaling deeply, he mentally prepared himself for whatever awaited him inside. As he triggered the mechanism to unlock the chest, a silver holographic interface materialized, causing his breath to catch in his throat.
[Thread of Rainbow Ladies: 5000
Thread of Yellow Worm: 5000
Thread of Brown Blossom Bug: 5000
Galactic Chickweed: 5000
Dungeon Coins: 10]
Saad's eyes lit up with excitement as he took in the contents of the bonus chest. The unexpected windfall was impressive, and he could already envision the advantages it would afford him in the game. Still reveling in the moment, a sudden notification grabbed his attention.
[The basics of Thread- I]
Description: Assist Rosarie in collecting enough thread for her practice.
-Quest Details-
Thread of Rainbow Lady: 5000/5000
Thread of brown Blossom Bug: 5000/5000
Difficulty: D
Rewards:
+40 EXP
30 Quills
*Go and see NPC Rosarie to receive your rewards.*
Saad surveyed the remaining requirements for the [Needle and Notions] quests, contemplating the materials he still needed to gather. The checklist was a reminder of his progress: 1000 threads from Rainbow Ladies (currently at 500), 3000 threads from Yellow Worms (currently at 900), and 200 Galactic Chickweeds (only 30 so far). The other items like the Web of Crimson Larva, Skull Lilies, Lava Bugs, and Crimson Butterflies were undoubtedly on different floors, exempting the need for Brown Blossom Bugs.
While reviewing his status, Saad noticed a persistent silver exclamation mark on his screen. Curiosity piqued, he checked to discover that several achievements had been unlocked, accumulating quietly in the background.
[Achievement Unlocked! You have completed your first quest!] +25 EXP, +20 Quills
[Achievement Unlocked! You have done your first class change!] +50 EXP, +1 Sphere
[Achievement Unlocked! You have created your first potion!] +50 EXP, +50 Quills
[Achievement Unlocked! You have created your first weapon!] +25 EXP, +20 Quills
[Achievement Unlocked! You have killed your first monster!] +15 EXP, +10 Quills
[Achievement Unlocked! You have won a dual for the first time!] +50 EXP, +50 Quills
[Achievement Unlocked! You have done your first dungeon exploration!] +30 EXP, +25 Quills
Saad nonchalantly tapped on each achievement, reminiscing about the time when receiving 10 experience points and 15 Quills had filled him with excitement. Now, the rewards had significantly increased to 245 experience points and 275 Quills. Times had indeed changed.