System: "Congratulations you successfully bind the proteins in the hide, making it more resistant to decay and providing the leather with durability and strength".
Leatherworker job level 1
Description: A skilled artisan who specializes in working with leather and other animal hides to create a variety of useful and protective items. Leatherworkers are adept at manipulating and crafting leather into various forms, utilizing their knowledge of tanning, stitching, and shaping techniques. From crafting armor, clothing, and accessories to functional items like bags and pouches, leatherworkers play a crucial role in providing both practical and aesthetic solutions.
Wilderness Survival - Level 1 Description: Gain knowledge of using leather to create survival gear, such as waterproof cloaks and boots for traversing challenging terrain. This skill aids the leatherworker in outdoor adventures.
"It seems that every part of the process is integral to obtaining a related job."
Faye chimed in with a wry tone, "Indeed, missing steps tend to lead to undesirable results."
Resolute, Necro set about creating a full chest plate, incorporating every aspect that had granted him skills thus far. Yet, despite his efforts, the armor remained inert.
Puzzled, Necro mused aloud, "Why doesn't it come alive?"
Faye's response was laced with humor, "Consider yourself fortunate that your creation isn't attempting to take a bite out of you. At least not yet."
Perplexed, Necro asked, "What am I overlooking?"
Faye suggested, "Perhaps you need to wear it? Just to be sure, you know. Check if it doesn't have any hidden teeth waiting to surprise you from the inside."
In a hushed whisper, Faye added, "It's slightly... creepy."
Undeterred, Necro secured the armor on himself, anticipation coursing through him. He waited, expecting some sort of reaction, but nothing happened. He channeled mana into the armor, followed by chakra, yet it remained inert.
The system chimed in, offering a suggestion, "You have no missing monster slots."
Necro's curiosity piqued, he inquired, "Show me my monster slots?"
System: "4 slots;
Slime skills: sword form, self-detonation, small storage, copy
Wolf skills: agility up, heightened smell sense, Lone Wolf Resilience (Passive)
Living sword 1 skills: Wolf's Fury, Rending Bite, Predator's Gaze, Bloodlust Growth
Living sword 2 skill: Predator's Gaze, Bloodbound Regeneration, Chakra Manipulation, Chakra Armor."
Necro pondered the situation, his brows furrowed in concentration. "Erase slot 3," he declared, realization dawning upon him. "I suppose I'll have to part with one of the slimes."
As the adjustment was made, Necro found himself left with a single slime, the loyal wolf, and his living sword. He waited, anticipation in his heart, for his essence to naturally replenish. However, despite his patience, no changes occurred.
His mind whirring with possibilities, Necro mused aloud, "Could it be that I need to infuse some essence into this armor?"
The system responded with a prompt, its words intriguing, "Want to create a living being in this armor? Transformations will occur."
Necro's determination unwavering, he answered, "Yes."
Symbiotic Panther Eye Chestplate - Level 4
Description: Its dark and commanding appearance, accented by shades of red, reflects the wearer's connection to the wild and their dedication to harnessing the power of the panther's essence.
Armor Type: Chestplate
Coverage: Chest and Back
Stats:
Armor Rating: 35
Durability: 65/65
Weight: 7.5 kg
Special Properties:
Panther's Resilience: The unique properties of the panther leather provide enhanced resistance against slashing attacks, making the wearer more resilient against bladed weapons.
Toothed Defense: Each panther tooth integrated into the chest plate contributes to its defensive capabilities, creating an aura of intimidation around the wearer. This grants a minor chance to intimidate opponents, causing them to hesitate momentarily during combat.
Paw's Agility: The incorporation of the panther's left paw enhances the wearer's agility and flexibility. This agility translates into improved dodging and maneuvering during combat, providing a slight advantage in avoiding incoming attacks.
Enhanced Vision: The addition of the panther's feline eyes grants the wearer enhanced night vision and heightened perception. This improved vision allows the wearer to detect hidden threats and navigate in low-light conditions with ease.
Symbiotic Bond: Through an intricate melding of magical energies, the wearer establishes a symbiotic connection with the armor. The armor becomes an extension of the wearer's body, enhancing their physical abilities and granting them access to unique skills.
Symbiotic Skills:
1. Panther's Strike - Level 1: Channel the agility and ferocity of the panther to execute a lightning-fast strike. This attack targets an opponent's weak point, inflicting double damage.
2. Feral Instinct - Level 1: Heightened senses grant the wearer an uncanny ability to sense danger. This skill provides advanced warning against incoming attacks, allowing the wearer to react swiftly and evade or block with precision.
3. Shadow Blend - Level 1: Tap into the panther's affinity for shadows, momentarily melding into the darkness. This skill grants the wearer temporary invisibility for a brief period, allowing for stealthy movement and surprise attacks.
4. Roar of Command - Level 1: Unleash a commanding roar that sends a shockwave of intimidation through the battlefield. This skill briefly paralyzes weaker foes and reduces the effectiveness of their attacks, creating an opening for strategic maneuvers.
Symbiotic Evolution: Crafted from the essence of fallen prey, the Symbiotic Panther Eye Chestplate has the potential to grow and adapt. As the wearer defeats more adversaries and incorporates their bones and materials into the armor, it will gradually expand its coverage to encompass the entire body. Additionally, the armor possesses the innate ability to repair itself over time, healing minor damage sustained in battle and maintaining its peak condition. As it evolves and becomes more attuned to the wearer's essence, its capabilities will continue to flourish, revealing even more formidable powers.
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In the moonlit solitude of the distant cabin, a figure draped in human guise sat perched on the edge of a simple bed, engrossed in the pages of a worn book. Emerald-green hair cascaded over her shoulders, a vivid contrast to the dimly lit room.
A sudden and gentle luminescence emanated from the crystal ball positioned atop a nearby table. The girl delicately placed her book aside and extended her hand, her fingertips brushing the enchanted surface. "Here is Lyra Shadowhoof," she announced with a hint of anticipation, awaiting the ethereal connection to be established.
A tender voice, reminiscent of whispers carried by the wind, responded in kind. "Hello, darling."
A genuine smile graced Lyra's features, an expression of warmth born from a long-awaited connection. "Mother, I thought you might be occupied today."
The mellifluous voice carried a maternal affection. "I will always make time for you, my dearest. Your brother mentioned that today held something out of the ordinary."
Lyra's voice rang with a touch of pride. "I attained level 4 in Life Forger today."
"Congratulations, my honeyed child. Tell me, what sort of core did you come across?"
Her emerald eyes gleamed with a mixture of excitement and accomplishment. "A scarab core."
"Excellent. Continue to learn all you can about your surroundings, and your progress will be swift. However, I implore you, to be cautious. Keep mounted on your ebony unicorn. It offers protection that mere lifeless objects cannot breach. When astride it, you are an entity invincible."
Lyra nodded solemnly, absorbing her mother's wisdom. "I understand, Mom. Tomorrow, I plan to investigate the source of the explosions."
Slimes with the ability to explode often use it as a defense mechanism, attempting to fend off threats and protect their fellow slimes. This behavior is quite common among them. Just ensure that your wolf swiftly deals with such situations.
The area isn't one where slimes typically inhabit. It's a region populated by predators.
Very well, my sweet Lyra. Exercise caution. If you come across any individual capable of speech, avoid engagement and immediately inform me.
Understood, Mother. Goodbye.
Take care, my dear. May your dreams be peaceful as you rest.
And so, both Necro and Lyra drifted into sleep, their thoughts contemplating the challenges and possibilities that lay ahead with the new day.