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Chapter 20 - Chapter 20: The Unyielding Spirit

Sunlight painted intricate patterns on the blade's surface as Necro meticulously honed the Uncommon Wolfbone Fangsword. With deft strokes, he forged its edge using a piece of leather, submerged within the tranquil waters of a nearby stream. The gentle friction between leather and blade awakened its latent potential, guided by Necro's unwavering dedication.

As the blade's keenness grew, he found himself envisioning the essence of the wolf, channeling its ferocity into the weapon. Each pass etched his determination, an intangible force that would fuel his strikes. Gazing upon his creation with a blend of pride and anticipation, the blade now possessed the potency to cleave through any obstacle, embodying his strength and the wolf's legacy.

Equipped with the Fangsword, Necro's mind danced with visions of battles to come. Its unique design, coupled with the "Wolf's Fury" skill, echoed the wolf's primal spirit, a source of raw power coursing through his veins.

Amid his thoughts, the System interjected, "Bone carving skill leveled up 2."

Curious, Faye inquired, "So, leather can enhance its sharpness further?"

Necro responded confidently, "Yes, I find sharpening it with leather to be effective."

Faye probed, "How did you discover this?"

Necro pondered, "Perhaps instinct or a reflection of my knowledge. Skills are mirrors of what we know, and vice versa."

Focused anew, Necro decided to experiment with mana-forging. Gently cautioned by Faye about potential explosions, he cautiously channeled his power, infusing the blade with seven wolf teeth to replace one edge. The System chimed in, "Explosion risk: 20%, Bone fusion learned, level 1, Item modified."

The Uncommon Wolfbone Fangsword stood transformed—a unique design marked by a finely honed edge on one side and seven fierce teeth on the other. Its statistics expanded, damage increasing to 8-14, its durability unwavering at 25/25. The "Wolf's Fury" skill remained, now joined by an additional ability— "Rending Bite."

With "Rending Bite," Necro's strikes held the potential to inflict bleeding, causing enemies to endure additional damage over time. The integrated teeth, a testament to his skill in mana manipulation, granted an elemental fury to his attacks. The essence of the wolf's spirit further heightened the blade's potency, granting a 25% increase in combat effectiveness and evoking a subtle, ethereal glow.

Amidst the transformation, Faye teased, "Another morbid skill, and you're well on your way to becoming a necromancer."

Undeterred, Necro mused, "I already expected the enhancement to increase damage, but a new skill brings depth to my tactics."