After Lana departed, I began to delve into the magic arts, venturing into the Dark wood Forest for focused training. My experiment commenced with an ambitious attempt to fuse fire magic and time magic. "Explode!" I commanded, but the spell fizzled out. I needed another try.
I steadied my breath, calming my mind to concentrate solely on the magical energies swirling within. "Focus... Focus..." I whispered. Suddenly, the air crackled with power, and the spell took shape. "It worked!" I exclaimed, eager to test my newfound ability.
I aimed at a nearby blue slime. "Explode!" The fireball soared and struck the creature, erupting in a brilliant burst. "Boom!" But then, something unexpected happened—the slime ceased all movement. "What just happened? Why did the slime stop moving? Could it be the fusion with my time magic?" I should call this unique skill temporal blaze....
System Notification:**
**Skill Name**: Temporal Blaze
**Description**: Unleashing the raw power of fire intertwined with the essence of time, the caster conjures a fiery orb enveloped in a temporal field. Upon detonation, the fireball unleashes an inferno, simultaneously halting time, rendering foes motionless amidst the searing flames.
**Stats**:
- **Type**: Hybrid (Time Magic / Fire Magic)
- **Mana Cost**: 80
- **Cooldown**: 4 seconds
- **Range**: 30 meters
- **Duration of Time Stop**: 5 seconds
- **Fire Damage**: 70 (upon impact) + 20 (lingering burn for 10 seconds)
- **Area of Effect**: 5-meter radius
- **Cast Time**: 2 seconds
- **Special Effect**: Foes caught in the time stop are impervious to physical harm but suffer 50% more damage from the flames during the suspension.
After that, I decided to embark on another magical experiment, this time combining fire magic with dark magic. "Now, begin!" I exclaimed. To my delight, the experiment was a success. "Haha, it worked! I shall call this 'Shadowflame Hex.' This name should suffice, I guess..." **Skill Name**: Shadowflame Hex **Description**: A malevolent spell that summons the abyssal fires from the dark world. The caster channels dark magic into a blazing inferno, creating a whirlwind of shadowy flames that relentlessly pursue and consume their target, leaving behind only ashes and a persistent curse. **Stats**: - **Type**: Hybrid (Dark Magic / Fire Magic) - **Mana Cost**: 120 - **Cooldown**: 60 seconds - **Range**: 25 meters - **Effect Duration**: 7 seconds - **Fire Damage**: 50 (upon initial impact) + 30 (curse damage over 15 seconds) - **Curse Effect**: Lowers the target's defense by 20% and inflicts a 'Fear' status, causing disorientation. - **Area of Effect**: 4-meter radius - **Cast Time**: 3 seconds - **Special Effect**: If the target perishes from Shadowflame Hex, the curse transfers to a nearby enemy within range. Satisfied with the outcome, I decided it was time to head home. "Knock, knock! Mom, I'm home," I called out as I entered. "Wait a moment, sweetheart," my mom replied. As she opened the door, she greeted me warmly, "Welcome home, sweetie. What would you like for dinner?" "It's rabbit stew," she announced. "Oh wow, I'm hungry. Come on, Mom, let's eat..." "It's... It's delicious!" I exclaimed. "I'm glad you like it, sweetie," she responded with a smile. After dinner, I went to bed and fell into a deep sleep. The next morning, I was startled awake by Lana's voice. "Len, Len, Len! Wake up!" she urged. Shocked to find Lana in my bed, I asked, "What are you doing here, Lana?" "Oh, I just wanted to visit you, that's all," she replied nonchalantly. "Oh, I see. Do you want to go to the river and catch some fish?" I suggested. "Yes, I would love to," she agreed eagerly. And with that, we set off for the river.
On our way to the river, we encountered a mysterious man who urgently whispered, "Protect! Protect! Before it's too late!" His words left me bewildered, and when I turned to question him, he had vanished without a trace. Finally reaching the river, Lana and I began our attempt to catch some fish. However, I couldn't manage to catch a single one; these fish were as fast as the speed of sound, darting through the water with extraordinary agility. It became clear that these were no ordinary fish. Left with no other option, I decided to employ my skills. "Stop," I whispered, and in an instant, they froze in place, allowing me to catch a bunch of them. We cooked our catch and sat down to savor the meal. "So, Lana, how does it taste?" I asked eagerly. Lana replied with a delighted smile, "It tastes so good, wow, I love it!" The joy in her voice was unmistakable. "You know what? Let's do this again sometime," Lana suggested. "Yeah, we definitely will," I agreed. After a fulfilling day, I escorted Lana back to her house and then made my way home, already looking forward to our next adventure.
Exhausted, I surrendered to sleep, only to be ensnared by a nightmare. "Sam? Who's Sam? Why? What? Where? A human's devil?" The questions swirled in my mind, a chaotic dance of confusion and fear. Abruptly, I awoke, panting heavily. "Ha! Ha! Ha! What was that?" I gasped, trying to shake off the remnants of the dream. "Just a bad dream," I reassured myself, refusing to let it unsettle me. With a deep breath, I closed my eyes and drifted back into slumber. As dawn broke, the sun cast its golden rays, heralding a new day. I rose, feeling refreshed and ready to embrace the day's beauty. My daily routine awaited—sword training to hone my skills, practicing magic to expand my arcane knowledge, and slaying monsters to maintain the balance. Today was no different, and I set out with determination to fulfill my duties to protect my love one's
I resolved to explore the mountain. Rumors of a dragon residing there had reached my ears. "Should I venture forth? Am I capable of slaying a dragon?" I pondered. There was only one way to find out.
The ascent began, a grueling three-hour climb that tested my limits. With each step, the mountain seemed to stretch ever taller. "Ha! Ha! Ha! Yes! Almost there!" I cheered, pushing through the exhaustion.
But then, disaster struck—I slipped and tumbled off the mountain. "Ahhhh!" In a desperate bid for survival, I invoked my 'Stop' skill, halting everything in its tracks. Miraculously, I landed safely, but the strain of using such powerful magic rendered me unconscious.
The villagers found me sprawled at the mountain's base and carried me home. My mother's relief was palpable, her worry etched deep in her expression. This journey was far from over, but for now, rest was my ally.