I couldn't contain my excitement as I gazed at the three golden-yellow seeds laid out before me. With anticipation coursing through my veins, I reached for the first seed, watching in awe as it expanded upon contact, transforming into a radiant golden ball that shimmered brightly in the light, hovering gracefully above my hand.
My astonishment knew no bounds as I muttered, "Is that... a skill core?"
In a world where skills were coveted like treasures, discovering one was akin to stumbling upon a rare gem.
These skills, more than mere abilities, were the keys to unlocking unparalleled power and potential. People were driven to madness in their pursuit of them, willing to go to great lengths just for a chance to obtain one.
These skills granted instant mastery by imbuing the user with all the necessary knowledge, stored directly in the user's mind.
While training remained the norm, acquiring a skill meant bypassing years of arduous practice, as all the essential information was instantly accessible for immediate use.
I recalled from the novel, I once read that skill cores were exceedingly rare, requiring daunting battles with monsters to obtain. They were like mythical artifacts in this realm, sought after by many but found by few. The memory filled me with a sense of urgency as I resisted the temptation to consume the skill core immediately.
The chances of finding these skills are so slim that if you were to kill 100 monsters, there's only a 0.10% chance of obtaining one. However, it's only upon reaching C rank that you gain the ability to view skill information before consuming them. Until then, it's essentially a gamble; you can only hope for luck to be on your side, considering whether the skill aligns with your battling style or would be useful to you.
Examining it closely, I confirmed its contents with a smirk, thinking,
"Let's see what you have in store for me."
The allure of acquiring a new skill, especially one of such rarity, was irresistible.
"What rank skill awaits me after absorption?" I pondered, marveling at the size of the golden sphere, fitting snugly in my palm.
With a steady breath, I absorbed the core, feeling a surge of knowledge flood my mind. And there it was, unveiled before me:
[Mana Eyes] [B]
This skill lets User see everything in slow motion, the more mana you use, the slower things get.,
User can even peek into the future a bit, [ S rank] required
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It is a game-changer skill, but I couldn't use it just yet. I needed to level up to B rank first. Still, it was perfect for me.
I can't help but feel a surge of anticipation as I pick up one of the remaining seeds. I'm eager to uncover what lies inside it. Continuing the process, I witness the seed transform into a skill core before my eyes.
If someone were to catch a glimpse of me in this moment, they'd likely think I've been blessed by the God of Fortune himself, receiving such valuable gifts one after the other.
My excitement reaches a peak as I absorb the second skill core, feeling a rush of knowledge flood my mind. With a wide grin, I eagerly review the details of my newfound ability, reveling in the present moment.
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[Shatterfall] [F] (Growth Type Skill)
Unleashes a powerful shockwave by slamming fist into the ground or air, causing widespread destruction and disrupting opponents' footing.The more Destructive the power will be More mana will be used
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"Mana Shatterfall... Wow. This is something else. The power... the potential... it's overwhelming."
"I never imagined I'd stumble upon something like this. It's like tapping into a whole new level of strength."
Lucas chuckles to himself, shaking his head.
"But hey, who am I to judge? If this skill can cause earthquakes and firestorms, count me in! Just imagine the look on people's faces when I unleash this bad boy."
He grins mischievously, already picturing the chaos he could cause.
Taking a deep breath, I carefully place the last seed in my hand and slowly position it on the tip of my tongue.
Gulp!
I swallow the seed, settling down on the ground, eagerly waiting for its effects to kick in. Minutes pass by, but nothing seems to happen. Just as I start to doubt my approach, my mind goes blank.
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"Gaps... Gaps... Gaps..."
When I opened my eyes, I found myself engulfed in pitch-black darkness, clinging onto a rock for dear life to avoid falling into a bottomless pit. My hands were covered in blood, cuts and bruises decorating them. Each drop of blood turned the rock crimson, resembling a gentle waterfall of my own blood, making it seem like the rock was bleeding too.
My muscles screamed at me to let go, but fear held me back. I didn't know how much time had passed - days or weeks - but there I was, just hanging from the rock. The moment I opened my eyes, I found myself in this dire situation, slowly losing my grip and starting to fall into the pit.
Everything became a blur as I descended, and I closed my eyes...
...until I found myself in a place that felt uncomfortably warm. My throat was dry, and my body was engulfed in heat, yet strangely, I felt comfortable.
Opening my eyes, I was startled to find myself in a strange white room engulfed in fire. The air felt heavy, and my heart raced as I tried to make sense of my surroundings.
In the center of the room, there was a fiery orb, its flames dancing wildly. It seemed to pulsate with an otherworldly energy, both mesmerizing and terrifying.
Suddenly, the fiery orb shrank, becoming no bigger than a coin. Before I could react, it shot towards me with incredible speed, piercing my heart like a fiery dagger. The pain was unbearable, threatening to consume me whole. I screamed in horror and fell to my knees as the pain became unbearable.
But as quickly as the pain came, it began to recede, leaving behind a strange sense of warmth and comfort. It was as if the fiery orb had left a part of itself within me, a flickering ember burning within my soul.
Before I could fully comprehend what had happened, a small light appeared in the distance, its glow gentle yet compelling. It beckoned to me, drawing me closer with an irresistible pull.
I slowly stood up and moved toward that light...
Step... Step... Step...
With each step I took towards it, the light grew brighter, illuminating the room with its ethereal radiance.
I felt hot as I took steps toward it, my whole body screaming to step away, but I resisted its urges as I felt a connection to that light.
But suddenly, I screamed in horror as my whole body was burned to ashes, and I was left with nothing...
...and the whole white room turned to ashes from the heat of the light...
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abruptly, I sit up in the cave, drenched in sweat, checking myself for burns. Surprisingly, there are none. My body feels warm, and all other injuries have healed.
Silence fills the cave as I contemplate the strange heat within me.
"This warmth is peculiar, yet oddly soothing."
" What was that?"
Lucas swallowed, Nervously, remembering, his whole body burning to ashes
He slowly stood up, but he was unable to Comprehend the situation , A message appeared
[you have remembered Young Flame technique]
He glance at his status...
=== Status ===
Name : Lucas Reohart
Race : human
Bloodline: Mythical grade
Rank : F
Strength: E-
Agility : F
Stamina : F-
Mana : F-
Luck: F
Charm: E
[ profession]
Swordsmanship level : 1
[ Young Flame ]
Young Flame is a sword style that embodies the ferocity and intensity of fire. When wielded, the blade becomes a conduit for flames, radiating immense heat and power. The style's techniques have the capability to reduce anything they touch to ash, leaving behind only remnants of destruction. The flames it emits can scorch the sky and consume the clouds, indicating its overwhelming power.
First Movement of Young Flame [Inferno Slash]
Command: "Reduce All Creation to Ash"
Description: With a single slash, the Young Flame sword style engulfs the blade in flames, amplifying its cutting power. This technique can strip flesh from bones and incinerate opponents completely, leaving behind only ashes.
[ Skills ]
[ Mana Eyes ] [B] [Locked]
This skill would grant User the ability to perceive everything in slow motion, with the The Slower the Time increasing as more mana was used. Additionally, it offers user To see few moments into the future, required [S rank]
[Shatterfall] [F] (Growth Type Skill)
Unleashes a powerful shockwave by slamming fist into the ground or air, causing widespread destruction and disrupting opponents' footing.The more Destructive the power will be More mana will be used
None
[ Arts ]
None
[Bloodline ability]
Lockdown (Level one)[00%]
1-Star Mastery: The Emperor
Description:1-Star The Emperor are initiates just beginning to tap into their old heritage and the elemental powers associated with it.
Abilities: Basic immobilization: Capable of briefly hindering opponents' movements with elemental manifestations , and can also change their attacks trajectory
Limited offensive capabilities: Can launch basic elemental attacks or imbue strikes with elemental energy.
Limitation: Prone to elemental instability and quick mana depletion due to lack of mastery.
Mana Absorption (level one) [Locked]
.1. Novice (1 Star):
• Basic proficiency in mana absorption.
• Can absorb small amounts of mana from the surrounding area.
• Limited range and efficiency.
• Absorbed mana can slightly enhance the user's attacks, but the increase in power is modest
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As soon as Msg , finished, his head started throwing as if thunder has struck it
'Hup!'
Thankfully, the pain faded quickly, and he managed to avoid falling in the ground
As he was standing up, he Mentally skimmed 'The young flame technique' which now is in his mind
The young flame was a sword art and its a 5 star sword art which is the highest level of arts in this world
The young flame style consists of only five moves, yet each one is crucial. Each movement acts like a puzzle piece, which when combined, forms the true essence of the young flame style.
For example, take the first movement, Inferno Slash. It's a powerful ability that engulfs the blade in flames, enhancing its cutting power. This technique can strip flesh from bones, leaving opponents defenseless.
Then there's Fortress Blaze, the second ability. It conjures immense walls of flame around the target, creating a formidable barrier. This technique can overwhelm multiple opponents, even those of higher rank, for a significant duration.
When these two movements are combined, their power intensifies, like flames confined enemy within a cage. I can unleash devastation with a single strike to finish them .
If He learned'young flame' technique Engraved in his Memory properly he would reach a level beyond his imagination
' But Why that seed give this to me? Wasn't it supposed to be a skill core'
This sword art is too valuable to be given just from this simple trial.
He could not understand why seed gave him this sword art
But why am i worrying so much when i already received it??
"There is no way a divine artifact will make a mistake and even if it did there no way it will ask it back ,and even if it ask it back i will not be able to give it back because it already in my brain".
'let get out of this forest now'
I don't have much time before academy starts
lucas started running to exit of the cave his eyes filled with excitement
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