After the battle, Severoth stood tired and exhausted, his body full of wounds and blood, but he was victorious. This was the hardest and bloodiest battle he had faced so far, and it was a true test of his strength and courage. It was only the beginning, and he realized that the challenges ahead would be even more difficult, but he was now more prepared to face them.
Severoth used the "Gluttony" skill on Thorin's corpse, feeling a new energy flow through his body. He looked towards the eastern region, where a new challenge awaited him, and said in a deep, determined voice, "Wait for me, you're next, Dark Lion."
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Severoth began his journey back to his cave. The surrounding scenery slowly changed as he took his heavy, exhausted steps. The plains he passed through were open and vast, covered in tall grass swaying with the evening breeze. The sun was setting behind the horizon, coloring the sky with shades of orange and red.
He passed by a swiftly flowing river, its water reflecting the changing colors of the sky. He stopped for a moment to wash his wounds in the cold water, providing him with some temporary relief. The sky quickly shifted from warm colors to dark blue, heralding the arrival of night.
He continued walking until he reached the edge of the forest, where dense trees began casting long shadows. The forest was filled with nighttime sounds: the chirping of insects, the croaking of frogs, and the distant roars of animals. Despite his fatigue, Severoth was alert to every sound and movement around him.
He skillfully climbed the high rocks and entangled trees, avoiding thorny branches and natural obstacles. The darkness grew thicker, making him rely on his "Dragon Sense" to detect the path and potential enemies.
As time passed, he reached the entrance of his cave. The cave was dark and cold, but for him, it was a sanctuary. He lit a small fire to illuminate the place and feel its warmth. He sat by the fire, reflecting on the day's events and difficulties. He recalled every moment of the battle, every wound he received, and every victory he achieved.
The night was quiet, with only the sound of the crackling fire filling the void. Severoth's eyes gleamed with determination, knowing that more battles awaited him, but he was ready to face them with strength and courage. Before succumbing to sleep, his mind was filled with plans for the future, preparing for the challenges ahead.
[The Second Morning]
Severoth woke up from his sleep and decided to wash up again, as yesterday's wash was not sufficient. He went to the pond and bathed in it, feeling so comfortable that he stayed in it for an entire hour, playing with the water. After exiting the pond, Severoth decided to check his status changes after the last battle.
[Status]
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Name: Severoth
Age: 11 days
Race: Small Dragon (65%)
Current World: One Punch Man
Talents: Evolution
Unique Skills: Status, Traveler (Locked), Gluttony
Skills: Rage Burst, Dark Mystery, Earth Manipulation
Core Skills: Dragon Language, Dragon Strength, Blood Suppression, Dragon Breath, Dragon Roar, Dragon Sense
Resistance: Physical Attack Resistance, Temperature Resistance, Pain Resistance, Penetration Resistance, Paralysis Resistance
Destructive Power: City Block Level+
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[Note: I decided to make a change in the status, so the age is now measured in days to make it easier for both you and me, as well as for Severoth to track the time he has spent and the duration. Additionally, I changed the core skills so that skills like claws, fangs, or wings will no longer appear on the status.]
Severoth: "There don't seem to be many changes, but similar skills to Thorin's have merged and enhanced. I think it's a coincidence that I gain the skills I want, but now I'm sure it has something to do with my talent for evolution—not just development, but a certain degree of adaptation. I need to test its limits."
"Now, let's see my new skill even though I already know it."
Earth Manipulation Skill
Description: A skill that allows you to manipulate the earth to varying degrees
Severoth: "It's good because I can build a nest. Let's go out and try it," Severoth said as he left the cave and flew east of his cave until he reached an area with fewer trees and a large lake. He saw various animals from sheep to bulls, cows, deer, and many more, but they did not pose a threat to him.
Severoth: "This is a good place, let's test it here," he said as he landed a little far from the lake and decided this would be his testing ground, far from the animals to avoid destroying their habitat. Although he didn't care much for the animals, he was always a nature lover, which is why he lived in a small town near the forest and far from the city.
Severoth stood in the middle of the open area, ready to test his new earth manipulation skill. He took a deep breath and closed his eyes, focusing all his senses on the ground beneath his feet. He felt a deep connection with the earth, as if it were a part of him.
He began directing his energy toward the ground, feeling a slight tremor under his feet. Slowly, he raised his right hand towards the sky and noticed how the earth began to move according to his will. A large piece of earth rose before him, forming small blocks of rocks and soil, gathering to form a simple shape. This was the first step.
He decided to raise the challenge level, so he concentrated his energy even more. With his left hand, he tried to shape the earth into a more complex form. The earth responded slowly, forming small columns and intricate decorations on the surface.
Severoth: "This is amazing... but I can do more than that."
Severoth exerted more effort, directing his energy more focusedly. He raised a large piece of earth, trying to shape it into a huge wall, but the wall rose slowly and steadily. The earth moved as if it were an extension of his body, responding to every movement he made. He tried to make the wall faster and more flexible, so he demolished and rebuilt the wall several times.
After a while, Severoth decided to test his ability to manipulate the earth quickly and accurately. With both hands together, he created a series of columns and arches at an astonishing speed, forming a complex structure within minutes. This test demonstrated his control over the new skill and his ability to use the earth as a tool to achieve his goals. He decided to create spiked walls and test them by building a wall and projecting sharp spikes from it, repeating the process several times to perfect it.
He began creating earth traps, large pits in the ground to surprise his enemies. These traps would close with a pile of rocks on anyone who fell into them, posing a significant problem for those without the ability to fly.
Suddenly, Severoth had a brilliant idea. He was thinking of new moves, why not create an earthquake? He wanted to start quickly, so he went a little further away and decided to start with a small earthquake. With intense concentration, he activated "Dragon Sense" and began moving the plates beneath the earth. He felt the small tremors gradually growing, and when the whole area started shaking, the small animals felt the fear and ran away at full speed.
When he saw the scene, everything shaking, the ground starting to break, and a few trees falling, Severoth decided to stop his experiment. After the tremors stopped, Severoth looked at the destroyed area and laughed, saying: "This destruction with some effort, what if I exerted all my effort? It would be truly devastating."
After finishing, Severoth sat on the ground, satisfied. He realized that this skill would be extremely useful in his future battles and in building safe havens for himself. It was a challenging experience, but it confirmed to him that he was capable of continuous adaptation and growth.
Severoth: "It was a successful experiment. I can now build what I need and protect myself better. Nature will be my strongest ally."
With these words, Severoth stood up and decided to return to his cave, ready to continue his training and adventures. He knew there was much to learn, but with each passing day, he grew stronger and more capable of facing challenges.
Severoth began his journey back to his cave. The surrounding scenery slowly changed as he took his heavy, exhausted steps. The plains he passed through were open and vast, covered in tall grass swaying with the evening breeze. The sun was setting behind the horizon, coloring the sky with shades of orange and red.
He passed by a swiftly flowing river, its water reflecting the changing colors of the sky. He stopped for a moment to wash his wounds in the cold water, providing him with some temporary relief. The sky quickly shifted from warm colors to dark blue, heralding the arrival of night.
He continued walking until he reached the edge of the forest, where dense trees began casting long shadows. The forest was filled with nighttime sounds: the chirping of insects, the croaking of frogs, and the distant roars of animals. Despite his fatigue, Severoth was alert to every sound and movement around him.
He skillfully climbed the high rocks and entangled trees, avoiding thorny branches and natural obstacles. The darkness grew thicker, making him rely on his "Dragon Sense" to detect the path and potential enemies.
With time passing, he reached the entrance of his cave. The cave was dark and cold, but for him, it was a sanctuary.
After returning to the cave, Severoth realized that using the "Earth Manipulation" skill might exhaust him more than expected if he didn't use it properly, but he was proud of what he had achieved. He looked at the cave entrance and thought about how to improve its defenses, believing that building an impenetrable stone gate would be a good idea.
Severoth said, "I need to use this skill to build a better structure. The stone gate will be a perfect start."
With this idea in mind, Severoth began gathering the materials he needed and started building the gate. He worked tirelessly until the gate was complete, providing a strong, secure, and magnificent entrance to his cave. He felt proud of his new achievement.
After finishing the gate, Severoth went inside the cave, lit a small fire to illuminate the place and feel warm. He sat by the fire, feeling satisfied. He had faced many challenges and emerged stronger each time. He knew there was still much to learn, but he was ready to face anything that came his way. He closed his eyes, knowing that tomorrow would bring new adventures and opportunities for growth.
The night was quiet, with only the sound of the crackling fire filling the void. Severoth's eyes gleamed with determination, knowing that more battles awaited him, but he was ready to face them with strength and courage. Before surrendering to sleep, his mind was filled with plans for the future, preparing for the challenges ahead.
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