Noah carefully walked through the dense forest. The sun had risen high, its rays piercing through the canopy, creating patterns of light and shadow on the damp ground.
**Noah**: "System, how much longer are we going to keep walking like this? Can you find a way out?"
**System**: "Master, as an integrated system, my task is to provide information and assistance. However, I do not have specific knowledge about this world. My suggestion is to explore this area to gather more information."
Noah stopped and looked around, trying to feel the dense and mysterious forest.
**Noah**: "System, can you explain again about the 'Spirit Dominion' skill I have? It seems it will be very important for survival here."
**System**: "Of course, Master. 'Spirit Dominion' is a unique ability that allows you to communicate with nature spirits, such as plant spirits, water spirits, and even stone spirits. You can ask for their help or utilize their powers for various purposes. For example, plant spirits can help provide food, while earth spirits can help enrich the soil."
Noah nodded, then found a shady spot under some large trees to sit and stretch his tense muscles.
**Noah**: "This is really different from anything I've experienced before. It feels like starting a new life. But, I'm curious, why don't I feel too out of place here?"
**System**: "That's because of the 'Reincarnated' title you possess. That title helps you retain all your memories, which makes it easier for you to adapt to this new situation."
**Noah**: "Oh, I see, so that's what helps me stay sane through all this. But, what about my family... What happened to them now? I know I can't go back, but..."
**System**: "Unfortunately, I do not have access to information about your original world at this time. Your primary focus should be on how you can survive and thrive in this new world. Perhaps later, when you are stronger, we can find a way to learn more."
**Noah**: "I understand. Thank you, System. I'm lucky to have you here with me."
**System**: "Happy to help, Master."
Thinking about the possibilities, he felt there were many things he didn't know about this world, and he wanted to explore every corner of it.
**Noah**: "I think I want to find a water source. I need to make sure we have enough water before we go any further. Can you help find the nearest water source?"
**System**: "You don't need to find the nearest water source, Master. To get water, I suggest you use your 'Spirit Dominion' skill to summon water spirits around us. Water spirits can use elemental magic so that Master can obtain water. Master just needs to concentrate to be able to sense the spirits around."
Noah nodded and took a deep breath, closing his eyes to concentrate. He called upon the power within him, feeling the flow of energy through his body.
As he closed his eyes, the world around him seemed to change. Colorful specks appeared, floating in the air, decorating the forest with their soft glow. Among the twinkling lights of green, yellow, and red, he saw blue specks of light gently flickering.
**System**: "Those are water spirits, Master. Try to gather them."
Suddenly, the sound of rustling from the bushes was heard. Noah opened his eyes. Before he could respond, the rustling grew louder, and a large figure began to emerge through the bushes.
His heart pounded as a large boar jumped out, its eyes gleaming with ferocity.
**System**: "Enemy identified: Wild Boar Level 3."
**[Status]**
- **Race**: Wild Boar
- **Level**: 3
- **HP**: 160/160
- **Strength**: 10
- **Agility**: 5
- **Endurance**: 8
- **Skills**: Charge, Intimidation
**Noah**: "What the... Hey, System, why is there a boar this big?"
**System**: "This is a magical world, Master. It's not unusual for monsters to be larger than those on Earth. I suggest activating 'Vine Whip' for defense."
**Noah**: "Good idea, okay, ready... Uh, how do I activate it? Please don't tell me I have to shout like in those anime."
**System**: "Unfortunately, you have to, Master."
**Noah**: "N-no way! That's embarrassing. I can't do it."
**System**: "Focus, Master Noah."
**Noah**: "A-alright! Take this, you ugly boar, Vine Whip: Cage of Thorns!"
In a hurry, Noah gathered his concentration, trying to remember the lesson from the system. Natural energy from the forest moved towards his hands, and soon, several thorny vines emerged from the ground where the boar stood, binding it tightly.
**Noah**: "See, System? I can do it! Now I need to find something to hit it with..."
Suddenly, Noah felt a powerful wave of fear creeping up his spine, making his body tremble violently. He couldn't move, as if his feet were rooted to the ground.
**System**: "Warning, Master. The boar is using the 'Intimidation' skill. You are now in 'Fear' status, which prevents you from moving."
The boar then emitted a white intimidating aura.
**System**: "Warning, Master. The boar is preparing to use the 'Charge' skill."
Noah tried to move his body, but the fear effect was still active. The boar lowered its head and glared at Noah with wild eyes.
The vines that bound the boar snapped, and it charged towards Noah with incredible speed.
**Noah**, in a panicked and stuttering voice: "T-this is bad! I need to dodge, but... I can't move!"
In an instant, the boar rammed into Noah with full force, hitting him and throwing his body to the ground. Noah felt excruciating pain coursing through his entire body as he was flung to the ground, struggling to catch his breath.
**[Status]**
- **Name**: Noah Vine
- **Race**: Dryad
- **Class**: None
- **HP**: 47/100
Noah felt the overwhelming pain spreading through his body as he lay on the ground. It felt like his ribs were broken, and his stomach felt like it had been hit by a sledgehammer. His breathing was ragged, and every breath made him wince in pain.
**Noah**: "Damn, this hurts so much. I was really foolish. I'm in a place that could kill me easily. I shouldn't have underestimated this boar."
He tried to move his hand to his injured stomach, feeling the sharp pain stabbing with every attempt to breathe deeply. Blood seeped out from the wound, making the pain even worse.
**Noah**: "I have to hold on... I can't give up here..."
But before Noah could think any further, the boar attacked again, charging straight at him with terrifying speed. Noah, with a reflex, managed to dodge just in time, rolling to the side despite the intense pain in his stomach.
**System**: "Master, your condition is very critical. The wound on your stomach is severe, and you need to find a safe place to recover immediately."
**Noah**: "I know. System, I have a plan."
Noah immediately stood up and started running, trying to ignore the pain with every step.
After the boar's attack missed, it quickly turned and chased after Noah.
**System**: "Warning, Master Noah. I sense a large energy behind you. The boar is preparing to use the 'Charge' skill again."
Noah heard the rumbling sound growing louder behind him.
**System**: "The boar is now 20 meters from your position!"
**System**: "15 meters... 10 meters... 5 meters...!"
With the remaining strength, Noah jumped to the side, dodging the boar's attack. The boar, with its full momentum, couldn't stop and crashed into a tree hard.
Noah fell to the ground, watching breathlessly as the boar lay still.
**Noah**: "It seems what I thought was right... When it attacked me with that skill earlier, it didn't finish me off immediately. It looks like the boar needs time to attack again after a while, probably about five seconds."
**System**: "Master, use this interval to move away from this location. Find a safer place to tend to your wounds."
**Noah**: "No, I'm curious about something. I want to try it right now."
He thought to himself, "Right now, I don't have any attack skills. If I use 'Vine Whip', the boar will definitely break free from it. I need to create a new attack. Right here, right now."
Noah clasped his hands together, feeling the natural energy flowing stronger within him.
**Noah**: "Spirit Magic: Scarlet Bloom!"
The ground around the wild boar began to tremble, and thick roots quickly spread out, wrapping around the wild boar's body lying on the ground. Sharp thorns emerged while red roses bloomed along the roots.
System: Master, this is....
Noah: "I've always wondered what would happen if I used the 'Vine Whip' skill and my unique skill simultaneously. If 'Spirit Dominion' has the ability to absorb spirit energy, then surely this skill can absorb the energy of any living creature. So, I combined my unique skill to enhance 'Vine Whip.'"
The wild boar writhed within the thorny roots, each movement only driving the thorns deeper into its body.
[Status]
Species: Wild Boar
Level: 3
HP: 140/160 -> 70/160 -> 30/160 -> 0/160
The wild boar let out a final roar before it fell silent, its body no longer moving. Its last energy was absorbed by the encircling roots, while the red roses emitted an increasingly bright light.
Notification:
You have killed a Level 3 Wild Boar.
Gained Meat 5×
Gained 150 EXP.
Level Up!
Level: 1 -> 2 [50/300]
HP: 100/100 -> 120/120
MP: 80/80 -> 100/100
Skill Point: 0 -> 1