Orion, determined to utilize his resources effectively, decided to begin his enhancement journey with the Store System, a reliable and versatile tool at his disposal. He went straight to the Start Tab, a section known for basic but essential upgrades.
The first order of business was to strengthen his core attributes. He chose to purchase five upgrades for each of his stats. After the stat upgrades, Orion turned to his mana capacity, recognizing the need for more mana to sustain his spells and abilities in combat. He decided to increase his mana limit by 500.
The total cost for both the stat upgrades and the increased mana limit was 550 Mana Stones. It was a significant amount, but Orion viewed it as a necessary expenditure to boost his prowess as an awakener.
With these upgrades complete, Orion felt stronger and more capable. His enhanced stats would give him an edge in battles and challenges, while the larger mana pool meant he could cast more spells and for longer periods.
Having completed the initial upgrades, Orion noted that the cost of further enhancements had increased – now it was 20 Mana Stones per stat point and 50 Mana Stones for every additional 50 points of mana limit.
Orion then browsed through the other tabs in the Store System. He evaluated the equipment and weapons available, but quickly realized that the items significantly better than his current gear were priced beyond his current budget. His Moonshadow Armor Set and crystal daggers still stood strong against the offerings in the store.
Next, he considered potions and crafting materials. However, Orion found he had no immediate need for these items. His current stock was sufficient, and he preferred to save his resources for more impactful purchases.
Turning his attention to the skills section, Orion saw an opportunity to make meaningful enhancements. His daily limit allowed him to purchase four items from the store, and investing in new skills or upgrading existing ones seemed like the most beneficial use of this allowance.
He carefully reviewed the available skills, considering how each could complement his fighting style, his role as a Keeper, and his overall strategy. After some deliberation, Orion selected four skills that offered new capabilities or enhanced his existing powers.
Orion carefully chose a set of skills from the Store System, enhancing his abilities for the challenges ahead. He started with Phantom Step, an advanced skill that dramatically improved his stealth, making him nearly invisible when used. It was an upgrade from his existing Shadow Step and took its place in his skill list, costing him 500 Gold Coins.
He then selected the Body Enhancement skill for 200 Spirit Stones. Notably, this was his first skill that used Qi instead of Mana. At level 1, Body Enhancement promised to boost his strength, agility, and endurance by 30%, providing a considerable enhancement to his physical attributes.
In addition to these, Orion added two passive skills to his arsenal. The first was Basic Strength Amplification. Although a basic skill, it was valuable for its continuous strength increase, adding +2 to his strength with each skill level. The second was Iron Body, another basic passive skill, which improved his endurance by +2 per skill level. Each of these passive skills was cost-effective, priced at only 25 Gold Coins each.
With the acquisition of Phantom Step, Body Enhancement, Basic Strength Amplification, and Iron Body, Orion's combat capabilities were significantly elevated. Phantom Step gave him an edge in stealth, Body Enhancement increased his overall combat effectiveness, and the passive skills provided ongoing improvements to his physical resilience.
After making his selections in the Store System, Orion still had a considerable amount of funds left. He then turned his attention to the Clan Trade Hub app for further enhancements. In the app, he found two rings, each priced at 500 Clan Contribution Points. One ring offered an additional +5 to agility, and the other provided a +5 boost to strength. Recognizing their potential to augment his physical abilities, Orion purchased both rings.
While browsing the Trade Hub, Orion noticed a new section that was accessible only to officers of the clan. His recent promotion to team leader had granted him access to this exclusive area. Here, he found the Minor Soul Strengthening Potion listed for 1000 contribution points, with a limit of one per person. Without hesitation, he bought the potion, recognizing its rarity and value.
Since these items were available only through the Clan Trade Hub, Orion needed to visit the clan headquarters to collect them. He headed there immediately, eager to obtain and utilize his new acquisitions.
At the clan headquarters, after verifying his purchases, Orion received both rings and the Minor Soul Strengthening Potion. He found a quiet resting room and decided to use the potion right away.
Upon consuming the Minor Soul Strengthening Potion, Orion felt a profound transformation. A wave of energy washed over him, bringing a sense of heightened clarity and awareness. He could feel his perception and intelligence increasing, as if layers of understanding were unfolding in his mind.
Shortly after, a system notification appeared, confirming the effects of the potion: [ Soul Cultivation Level Increased: Mortal Realm - Initial (Rank 1) ]. Along with this advancement in his soul cultivation, his stats had improved, with both perception and intelligence increasing by an additional 2 points.
Orion took a moment to process the changes. The potion had not only enhanced his soul cultivation level but had also contributed to his cognitive abilities. He felt more attuned to his surroundings and more capable of understanding complex situations.
Later, after equipping the two new rings, Orion realized that his total count of rings being worn had now increased to four. He also encountered a practical issue with the storage rings. Unfortunately, storage rings couldn't be placed within other storage rings due to their unique enchantments and spatial properties. This limitation meant that he couldn't consolidate all his rings into one for easy management.
To address this, he decided to keep the five storage rings - one of F rank and four of E rank - in his pockets for the time being. Later he would keep it at home, as one 5 cubic meter ring is more than enough for current activities.
Before leaving the clan headquarters, Orion decided to take a moment to review his stat window. The recent upgrades and acquisitions had changed his profile significantly, and he wanted to see the full extent of his progress.
[ Name: Orion ]
[ System: Fused System (Level-Up, Cultivation, Store, Quests) ]
[ Level: 16 ]
[ Mana: 400/700(1100) ]
[ Qi: 8000/8000 ]
[ Experience: 52000/160000 ]
[ Skills: Basic Mana Control (Level 2), Basic Qi Cultivation (Level 1), Access to Store (Level 1), Quest Log (Level 1), Basic Dagger Mastery (Level 5), Basic Botanical Knowledge (Level 2), Backstab (Level 3), Spectral Strike (Level 4), Basic Swordsmanship (Level 1), Enhanced Reflexes (Level 3), Phantom Step (Level 1), Elemental Resistance (Level 1), Basic Inspection (Level 3), , Meditation (Level 3), Universal Language (Max), Body Enhancement (Level 1), Basic Strength Amplification (Level 1), Iron Body (Level 1) ]
[ Basic Stats ]
[ Strength: 63.02(78.02) ]
[ Agility: 55.12(90.12) ]
[ Endurance: 52.22 ]
[ Intelligence: 28.35 ]
[ Perception: 28.24 ]
[ Charisma: 15.67 ]
[ Luck: 25.00 ]
[ Cultivation Realm ]
[ Mortal Realm - Initiation (Rank 7) ]
[ Soul Cultivation Realm ]
[ Mortal Realm - Initiation (Rank 1) ]
[ Free Stat Points: 21 ]
[ Free Skill Points: 3 ]
[ Blessings: Blessing of Free Spirits, +100 Max Mana ]
[ Companions: Auf ( Level 12 6700/80000) ]
With these enhancements, Orion felt more equipped than ever to tackle the challenges ahead. He knew that every upgrade, every point added to his stats, and every new skill acquired brought him closer to realizing his full potential as an awakener and a Keeper.
Satisfied with his progress, Orion stepped out of the clan headquarters, ready to continue his journey with renewed vigor and a clear sense of purpose.