As Kael continued to explore Lakeville he bid farewell to Rennick, before stumbling upon a hidden library tucked away in a corner of the city. Intrigued, he entered the library and began to browse through the ancient tomes and scrolls that lined the shelves. The air was thick with the scent of old parchment, and the flickering torches cast dancing shadows on the walls.It was here that Kael learned the rudimentary knowledge of the power system of their world. To manipulate lakan, one first needed to get the body used to lakan, which was the first stage, the body adaptation stage. Following that was the mind adaptation stage, where the mind had to adapt to the complexities of lakan manipulation. Finally, there was the manifestation stage, where the user would be able to manifest their affinity in their surroundings.Kael realized that he had already begun the first stage without even knowing it. His experiments with lakan manipulation in the forest had unknowingly started the process of body adaptation. He recalled the sensation of lakan flowing through him, filling him with a strange energy that he had never felt before.However, he also learned that to enter the manifestation stage, he would need the help of a mantra that could only be found in the new warrior academy, Regalia, or the mage academy, Arcanum Academy. The mage academy had closed their admission for the year, leaving Regalia as his only option.Excited by this new knowledge, Kael sought out the location of Regalia. He learned that it was located in a town for warriors called Soale's Town, named after the person who started the academy in the hope of increasing the strength of warriors together.Determined to master his lakan abilities and uncover the secrets of this world, Kael set out for Soale's Town, eager to begin the next chapter of his journey.As Kael traveled towards Soale's Town, he encountered a group of travelers on the road. They were a diverse group, each with their own unique abilities and skills. Intrigued, Kael struck up a conversation with them, eager to learn more about the world he now found himself in.One of the travelers, a seasoned warrior named Gideon, took a particular interest in Kael. He saw potential in the young man and offered to train him in the ways of combat."Your affinity with lakan may be your greatest weapon," Gideon explained, "but it is not the only one. A skilled warrior knows how to use every tool at their disposal, including their own body and mind."Grateful for the offer, Kael accepted Gideon's training. Over the following weeks, he honed his skills with lakan, learning to move lakan to different parts of his body and intake lakan with greater precision and control. Gideon also taught Kael basic swordplay and hand-to-hand combat, preparing him for the dangers that lay ahead.
As Kael and Gideon traveled through the dense forest, the atmosphere around them began to change. The towering trees with their thick, twisting vines gave way to a canopy that blocked out much of the sunlight, casting the forest floor in dappled shadows.
"We're leaving the Twisting Vine Wood biome," Gideon explained, noting Kael's curious gaze. "It's a lush and vibrant forest, teeming with life."
Kael took a last look at the colorful flowers that bloomed along the forest floor and the exotic plants that seemed to reach for the sky. The air was thick with the scent of earth and foliage, and the sounds of chirping birds and rustling leaves filled the air.
"Each region in our world is influenced by powerful beasts," Gideon continued. "These beasts shape the environment around them, creating unique biomes like this one."
Kael nodded, remembering the creatures they had encountered in the forest, each one adapted to the unique conditions of the biome.
Gideon pointed ahead. "Lakeville is located on the outskirts of the Twisting Vine Wood biome. We're about to enter a new region, influenced by a different powerful beast."
As they traveled through the Gravikon biome, influenced by the powerful gravity beast, Kael and his companions encountered many dangerous creatures. The further they went into the biome the stronger the the gravitational force and the stronger the beasts. These beasts had adapted to the intense gravity of the area, making them formidable opponents.
In one particularly intense fight, they encountered the Gravikon Behemoth, a massive creature with thick, armor-like skin that seemed impervious to attacks. Standing at least twenty feet tall, the behemoth's presence alone was intimidating.With a roar that shook the ground, the behemoth charged towards Kael, its massive bulk crashing through the dense undergrowth. Kael braced himself, his heart pounding in his chest as he prepared to face the formidable creature.As the behemoth closed in, Kael focused his mind, calling upon his affinity with lakan. The energy flowed through him, filling him with a renewed strength and determination.With a swift motion, Kael directed the lakan to his sword, coating the blade in a shimmering aura of energy. As the behemoth swung its massive arm, Kael leaped to the side, narrowly avoiding the crushing blow.Rolling to his feet, Kael dashed towards the behemoth, his sword glowing with lakan. With a mighty swing, he struck at the creature's armor-like skin, the lakan-enhanced blade slicing through the tough hide with ease.The behemoth roared in pain, staggering back from the unexpected attack. Sensing an opportunity, Kael pressed his advantage, striking at the same spot with all his might. With each blow, the lakan-enhanced sword cut deeper into the behemoth's flesh, drawing more roars of pain from the creature.But directing lakan across his body was not easy. Kael struggled to maintain control, the energy surging erratically, making his movements clumsy and uncoordinated.Despite the difficulty, Kael persisted, his determination driving him forward. With a final, mighty blow, Kael's sword pierced the behemoth's armor, delivering a fatal blow.As the behemoth fell to the ground, defeated, Kael stood victorious, his chest heaving with exertion. The battle had been hard-fought, but Kael had emerged triumphant, proving himself a formidable warrior in the eyes of his companions.
The battle was fierce and exhausting, but Kael emerged victorious, his confidence in his abilities growing with each victory. As they continued their journey, Kael faced many more challenges, each one testing his skills and resolve.
Finally, after a 15-day journey, they arrived at Soale's Town. The town was a bustling hub of activity, with warriors of all kinds training and sparring in the streets. It was a sight to behold, and Kael felt a sense of excitement and anticipation building within him.
As they entered the town, Gideon turned to Kael with a smile. "Welcome to Soale's Town, lad. This is where your journey truly begins.