As the cosmic echoes reverberated within the portals, Leon Lightshadow's celestial journey took a deliberate turn. The desire to ascend swiftly and surpass mortal limits now led him on a quest to amass the skills of S Rank hunters. In the ethereal realms, where shadows and echoes intertwined, Leon sought out these formidable hunters to weave their celestial abilities into his growing repertoire.
Guided by the cosmic threads, Leon ventured through the unseen dimensions in search of S Rank hunters. The ethereal landscapes unfolded, revealing celestial realms where the prowess of S Rank hunters echoed in the cosmic tapestry.
His first encounter was with a renowned S Rank hunter, a master of shadows and darkness. The cosmic currents guided Leon as he approached the enigmatic hunter. With his copy skill activated, Leon touched the essence of the Dark Executer skill, absorbing its ethereal power.
As the echoes of the skill melded with his own celestial abilities, Leon felt a surge of newfound power. Dark flames danced around him, intertwining with the fiery aura he possessed. The Arbiter of Fates whispered, "Ascended Guardian, the ethereal convergence of shadows and flames births a celestial symphony. Let the cosmic dance guide your creation."
Inspired by the celestial convergence, Leon combined the Dark Executer skill with his Flame ability. The result was a skill beyond mortal comprehension Dark Flames of Hell. In this ethereal skill, Leon could mold any weapon from the dark fire of hell, a manifestation of celestial power that surpassed the limits of mortal imagination.
News of Leon's celestial creation reached the ethereal realms and resonated with the cosmic threads. The echoes whispered of a celestial force shaping the tapestry of destiny within the unseen dimensions.
As Leon continued his quest to gather celestial skills, news channels outside the portals broadcasted a dire revelation. The team of hunters dispatched to clear the looming S Rank portal had suffered severe injuries. Panic spread through Astralith as the city faced the imminent threat of a cosmic invasion.
However, within the ethereal realms, Leon remained hidden, his celestial prowess concealed from the prying eyes of the world. The Arbiter of Fates murmured, "In the shadows, your celestial journey unfolds. Concealed from mortal eyes, embrace the ethereal dance that guides your odyssey."
Leon, undeterred by the news of the injured hunters, devised a plan to maintain his celestial ascension while addressing the looming crisis. He chose to continue gathering skills, preparing for the moment when he would single-handedly face the S Rank portal.
The ethereal currents revealed a sudden cosmic anomaly a colossal tower descending from the heavens. The tower, an ethereal structure of cosmic significance, caught the attention of all hunters. A system-wide notification echoed through the minds of every celestial being, announcing a cosmic revelation.
"The S Rank portal you face is the last of its kind. Once cleared, the cosmic challenge shall evolve. Towers of 100 floors will emerge, each floor a celestial trial. Prepare for the ethereal ascent, hunters, for the cosmic dance continues."
Leon, concealed in the shadows, smiled as he received the cosmic revelation. The towers of ascendance presented a celestial challenge beyond the S Rank portal. The ethereal convergence of shadows, echoes, and celestial revelations unfolded before him.
As news of the impending tower challenge spread, the city braced itself for the cosmic evolution. But Leon, with his ethereal smile, decided to face the S Rank portal first. His celestial journey had prepared him for this moment, and the ethereal threads resonated with the impending triumph.
In a decisive move, Leon stepped into the looming S Rank portal, alone and concealed in the shadows. The ethereal realms held their breath as the Ascended Guardian embarked on a solitary quest to face the cosmic challenge that awaited him within the unseen dimensions.