When he arrived at his cave, he entered slowly, sensing the safety this place provided him. He went to the small pool inside the cave and washed off the traces of the battle, enjoying the warm water that enveloped his body.
After washing, he sat in his favorite corner inside the cave, reflecting on what had happened, and prepared to sleep. He said to himself, "This battle showed me how much I have evolved and how much there is still to learn. I must continue training and learning until I reach my goal."
Then he lay down on the hard floor, intending to build a comfortable nest later. He closed his eyes and allowed himself to relax, ready to face a new day with more strength and determination.
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On a sunny morning in the strange forest, while the animals and various monsters wake up to start their day and search for food, a massive dragon sleeps in a mysterious cave. The large entrance of the cave hides a mysterious secret, and the dragon lies in a quiet corner near the pool. Suddenly, the dragon moves slightly, and the sunlight contrasts on the edge of the dark cave, with his slow eye-opening and quiet yawn announcing his slow awakening from hibernation.
Severoth: "Ah, it's morning. Okay, let's go outside."
Severoth went to the entrance of the cave, moved aside branches and leaves, and stepped outside. He saw the entrance of the cave with the sunlight trying to penetrate it, and the trees hiding the entrance as if they were a mother hugging her child.
After walking a bit away from the cave entrance, he found himself in a magnificent area filled with flowers and roses of all kinds and colors as far as the eye could see. Severoth walked among them and remembered his past where he always came to a place similar to this with her. They were beautiful memories for him and her. He shook his head and said, "It's in the past, no need to remember it. Let's focus on the present and plan for the future."
"Speaking of the future, what will I do now? Hmm, I've decided. First: I will see the progress I made since yesterday. Second: I will try to communicate with other animals and ask them about the nearest human cities. And third: I will find out if I can ask any humans about the timeline. Well, all this is in the future, but now it's time for my favorite part."
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Name: Severoth
Age: 0
Race: Young Dragon (50%)
Current World: One Punch Man
Talents: Evolution
Unique Skill: Status, Traveler (Locked), Gluttony
Skills: Rage Burst, Shadow Mystery
Core Skills: Dragon Language, Dragon Claw, Dragon Fang, Dragon Scales, Dragon Strength, Blood Suppression, Dragon Wings, Dragon Breath, Dragon Roar, Dragon Sense
Resistance: Physical Attack Resistance, Temperature Resistance, Pain Resistance, Penetration Resistance
Destructive Power: City Block Level
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Severoth: "Wow! This is a significant evolution after about a week of my rebirth. The evolution percentage has reached (50%), nearing the second racial evolution. The first doesn't count because I didn't even know how it happened; I hadn't yet adapted to my new body and evolved. But who am I to complain? Let's see the new skill."
Skill Name: Shadow Mystery
Skill Description: Severoth possesses the ability to completely merge with the shadows and darkness around him. He can become nearly invisible and move among trees and machines unnoticed. When using this skill, he becomes almost invisible and his voice becomes very soft, making it difficult to detect his presence. He can use this skill to sneak into fortified areas or to avoid unwanted confrontations.
Activation Method: Requires deep concentration and meditation on the surrounding darkness. Once he enters a state of merging with the darkness, he can control the degree of invisibility he desires.
Severoth: "Amazing! This is what I wanted. Now I can execute my plans. Let's try it out."
Severoth decided to try his new skill, "Shadow Mystery," in the forest surrounding his cave. He stood in a shaded spot under a large tree, focusing all his senses on the surrounding darkness. He closed his eyes and began to breathe deeply, trying to feel the shadows as if they were a part of him.
With his deep concentration, his body slowly began to merge with the surrounding shadows. He felt a slight change in his body, as if he were melting into the darkness. He slowly opened his eyes to see his limbs starting to become transparent, and then he completely disappeared into the shadows. He moved lightly among the trees, enjoying the sense of freedom and concealment.
While moving, he noticed that it became difficult to hear the sound of his footsteps, and he felt as if he were floating on air. He passed by a group of animals without them noticing his presence, making him realize the true power of this skill. He continued to roam, enjoying his ability to disappear and sneak without being detected.
He started his way towards another cave, crossing rugged lands and rocky slopes. The ground under his feet varied between wet and dry soil, with large tree roots protruding from the ground like massive veins. Wild plants grew densely around him, some with colorful flowers and others with sharp thorns. The sound of flowing water from small streams added a sense of life to the scene, and the scattered lights and shadows through the tree leaves gave the forest an enchanting appearance.
He stood in front of another cave entrance in the forest, wanting to test his skill further. He entered the cave, using the shadows to avoid attracting attention. He wandered in the dark cave, hearing the sounds of monsters echoing around. While moving smoothly and unnoticed, he saw a group of bats and large spiders congregating in the same area.
Severoth decided to test his strength and fight them to experience his new skill and adapt to its enhancement. He suddenly emerged from the shadows, letting out a deep roar to attract the monsters' attention. The bats scattered in the air, and the spiders began to move towards him quickly.
Severoth released his fiery breath towards the bats, creating an explosion of flames in the air. Some bats fell, burning, while the rest continued to attack him. At the same time, the large spiders attacked, using their sharp fangs and deadly venom.
Severoth used his sharp dragon claws to tear apart one of the spiders that approached him. Then he quickly turned to the next spider, smoothly avoiding its stings. While fighting, he began to use his new skill "Shadow Mystery" to disappear and reappear suddenly, confusing the monsters and making it difficult for them to predict his movements.
He managed to tear apart more spiders and burned the remaining bats with his powerful flames. The fight was fierce and fast, and Severoth began to feel the adrenaline rush through his body. Finally, when the last spider fell before him, Severoth stood among the charred and smashed bodies of the monsters, victorious.
After calming down from the fight, he decided to use his unique skill "Gluttony." He stood over the bodies of the bats and spiders and closed his eyes again. He felt a surge of power within him and began to absorb the energy and nutrients from the surrounding bodies. He felt a new strength flowing through his veins, enhancing his power and abilities.
Severoth: "Great! This skill will truly be one of my trump cards. I can now move more freely and without fear of being discovered. And my power increases with each challenge I face."
After finishing his experiments in the cave, Severoth stepped out into the sunlit forest, with sunlight piercing through the high tree branches. He walked leisurely, enjoying the calm and natural beauty surrounding him. The forest was full of life and activity, with its vibrant colors and pleasant scent.
Severoth returned to his private cave and sat by the pool again, a satisfied smile on his face. He realized he now possessed an effective means of concealment and stealth, which would aid him in his future adventures and in adapting to the new world around him.
After this short adventure, Severoth went to sleep and woke up the next morning. He went to the pool to wash, then left the cave for the first time to get to know the other animals and extract information from them.
Severoth: "Alright, it's time to have a conversation with the creatures of this forest."
He walked on foot, wandering the forest leisurely, not in a hurry, and contemplating the forest and the beautiful nature around him. The forest was brimming with colors and life, with its tall trees shading the ground and the sunlight filtering through the leaves, creating a wonderful pattern of light and shadow.
He saw unusual small animals passing by him. A horned rabbit hopping gracefully among the grass, a sheep with huge fangs that looked like it was from another world. Squirrels with large claws walked lightly among the trees, and other animals he didn't know before. This new world was full of surprises, and every step in it was a new adventure for Severoth.
The forest was filled with various flowers and roses, with different colors stretching as far as the eye could see. The air was filled with the scent of fragrant flowers and the sound of chirping birds, giving the place an aura of magic and beauty that comforted and inspired Severoth.
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