The reason for the exaggerated enhancement of the attack should not solely come from the strengthening of the weapon!
Jiang Han immediately opened the Growth Star Ratings to examine—
[Dark Swordsman]
Introduction: The most powerful mysterious creature among the undead. Countless records in history narrate the havoc caused by the Dark Swordsman in the mortal realm. They harbor the most evil and sinister powers, characterized by indifference, ferocity, dominance, and a penchant for slaughter. Moreover, they possess unparalleled potential.
Life: ★★★★★★★★★★
Attack: ★★★★★★★★★★★
Defense: ★★★★★★★★★★
Speed: ★★★★★★★★★★
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"..."
Gazing at the Growth Star Ratings, Jiang Han was momentarily stunned.
The Growth Star Ratings doubled directly?!
On average, ordinary professions have a Growth Star Rating of around three stars. As the only hidden profession, the Dark Swordsman's average Growth Rating is as high as five stars, with attacks reaching an unprecedented six stars. If calculated by doubling, the minimum average difference is four stars!
What kind of concept is this?
The difference between adding 6 points of basic values and 10 points of basic values with each level up is something everyone can understand, and it's quite exaggerated!
Without hesitation, Jiang Han returned to the Purple Flame Bamboo Forest.
With a Growth Star Rating increase of five stars in speed, Jiang Han's movement speed at level 53 was raised by a whopping 26.5%. He moved like the wind, returning to the leveling spot in just over twenty minutes.
Afterward, he continued to provoke trouble with the Purple Flame Poison Snakes, attracting monsters, gathering them, and wiping them out in one go...
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Your wanton slaughter of the Purple Flame Poison Snakes has angered the [Purple Flame Poison Snake King]!
When Jiang Han finished another round of killing, the system immediately issued a warning.
"I've been waiting for you!" Jiang Han's gaze was resolute.
His purpose here was, of course, not the Purple Flame Poison Snakes but this Dark Gold-level BOSS!
"Hiss..."
The Purple Flame Poison Snake King, with its long and thick body, emitted a piercing hiss as it swiftly approached from a distance, its icy gaze firmly locking onto Jiang Han.
Seeing this, Jiang Han did not hesitate to turn around, attracting more hatred from the Purple Flame Poison Snakes until he confirmed that he was surrounded by them before stopping.
Positioning?
That was definitely impossible. The ordinary Purple Flame Poison Snake units were too small in size, and the BOSS could easily crush them to reach Jiang Han.
"Swoosh!"
Like lightning, the Purple Flame Poison Snake King opened its fang-filled mouth and bit towards Jiang Han.
With the ground filled with Poison Snakes, Jiang Han couldn't dodge and could only endure the attack head-on. Immediately, a sharp pain penetrated his shoulder as if pierced by a sharp weapon.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: You have been attacked by the [Toxic Snake Bite], losing 132,470 points of health, and suffering from severe poisoning. You lose damage equal to 25% of the Purple Flame Poison Snake King's attack limit per second!
-3000!
-3000!
-3000!
...
Suddenly, Jiang Han's health plummeted, his face turning red, and his entire body aching.
The toxic effect of the Purple Flame Poison Snake King started to take effect.
However, even with the severe damage, Jiang Han remained calm. He unleashed the Grasp of the Undead, Chaotic Slaughter, and Deathly Strike in quick succession.
-51,420!
-20,021!
-22,414!
...
Numerous damage numbers popped up from the Purple Flame Poison Snake King.
Admittedly, the opponent's attack was quite terrifying, but its defense was relatively weak. Jiang Han's current attack was already enough to break through.
After more than forty seconds, Jiang Han's health bar reached the bottom.
Although the Purple Flame Poison Snake King's attack frequency was not high, each individual hit was fierce. Even if Jiang Han exerted effort to maneuver, he could only withstand it for a little over forty seconds. In a one-on-one fight, it was absolutely impossible to defeat.
However...
This was without teammates!
War Stomp!
"Boom!!"
When Jiang Han, at low health, decisively used the area-of-effect skill, with the astonishing speed bonus, he accurately stepped on the head of the Purple Flame Poison Snake King, pressing it to the ground. This action kicked up a cloud of dust, creating a roaring wave, and a tremendous force.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: You used the skill [War Stomp], dealing 107,700 damage to the Purple Flame Poison Snake King, suppressing for 0.75 seconds, increasing your own attack by 20%, decreasing the Purple Flame Poison Snake King's attack by 10%, reducing the attack of all Purple Flame Poison Snakes within a 100*100 range by 22%, and dealing 120% damage!
+9,912!
+10,471!
+10,054!
...
The damage dealt to hundreds of Poison Snakes directly replenished Jiang Han's health, while the snakes' attacks were ignored.
With a defense of over three thousand and the attack reduction from War Stomp, ordinary Poison Snakes would find it challenging to break through his defenses. They were practically his life-stealing companions.
"Brothers, let's kill it together!" Jiang Han, holding the Bloodthirsty Sword, continued to engage with the Purple Flame Poison Snake King.
With teammates all around him, he felt secure and could confidently output damage.
"Hiss..."
Watching the opponent suddenly return to full health from the brink of death, the Purple Flame Poison Snake King became even more agitated. However, under the influence of War Stomp, its attacks were also affected, and its output was not as fierce as before.
80%!
60%!
The Purple Flame Poison Snake King's 7.5 million health points were slowly worn down by Jiang Han.
When its remaining health reached 50%, its snake skin emitted a red light, wriggling frantically. At the same time, it spewed out a pitch-black poisonous mist.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: The Purple Flame Poison Snake King used the skill [Poisonous Mist Spread], reducing your attack by 15%, attack speed by 25%, lasting for one minute!
"Ding!~"
System prompt: The Purple Flame Poison Snake King used the skill [Super Bloodthirst], adding a 20% life-stealing effect to its attacks, and increasing its attack by 20% and attack speed by 20%, lasting for two minutes!
I knew it wouldn't be that simple!
Remaining calm, Jiang Han, as he saw the opponent preparing to launch an attack, activated the Armor of Dark Flames. A cluster of armor formed by black flames appeared on his body, enhancing his defense by 30%, lasting for two minutes, and he also used the Wind Guardian attached to his ring.
-73,331!
Wind Guardian reduced the damage by 20%, and the effect remained powerful!
"Hiss..."
The Purple Flame Poison Snake King, under the effect of Super Bloodthirst, became much stronger. Fortunately, the attack reduction from War Stomp mitigated its damage, or the onslaught would have been more ferocious.
"Roar!"
The shadow of a black dragon emerged, sweeping in
all directions.
Jiang Han's health was once again restored.
After that, relying on War Stomp, Jiang Han endured through the duration of Super Bloodthirst. The Purple Flame Poison Snake King's lethality decreased significantly, and after more than ten minutes, its health reached zero, falling grievously into Jiang Han's hands.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations on killing the level 68 Dark Gold-level BOSS, [Purple Flame Poison Snake King]! Rewards: Experience +20,000,000, Reputation +8,000!
"Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!"
Three consecutive golden lights fell. With the generous experience provided by the Dark Gold-level BOSS, Jiang Han reached level 56.
Afterward, Jiang Han killed all the Purple Flame Poison Snakes, picked up all the spoils, but unfortunately, the equipment dropped by the Purple Flame Poison Snake King was all level 65 Dark Gold-grade equipment, which he couldn't use at the moment.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations to the player "Ghost" in the Meirui region for becoming the tenth player to kill a Golden-level BOSS. This is announced for public knowledge!
...
Suddenly, Jiang Han's ears caught the system notification sound that he usually didn't pay much attention to.
"Come to think of it, I seem to have forgotten to publish two server-wide announcements?" Jiang Han's mind stirred. He opened the information panel and saw that the first kill of a Dark Gold-level BOSS and the first player to advance in the profession had not yet been accepted.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Please note, do you wish to inform all adventurers in the Tianheng Continent of your glorious achievements? (Note: After the server-wide announcement, you will receive 10,000 reputation points.)
"Yes! Yes!"
Jiang Han chose to accept both, as how could he give up 20,000 reputation points?
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations to the player "One Jiang Han Shui" in the Eastern region for being the first to kill a Dark Gold-level BOSS. This is publicly announced!
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations to the player "One Jiang Han Shui" in the Eastern region for being the first to advance in a profession. This is publicly announced!
...
Both system announcements were repeated three times each.
However, just as Jiang Han thought the system announcements were over, the notification sound continued to ring in his ears.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Congratulations on reaching 100,000 reputation points, triggering the event [World Martial Arts Competition]!
"Ding!~"
System prompt: As the first player across the server to achieve the achievement of 100,000 reputation points, you receive additional rewards: [Battle Contract] (SS-grade)!
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