Argus opened the Wooden Treasure Chest and he finds.
G Rank Mortal Sword
G Rank Mortal Armor
G Rank Health Potion x2
G Rank Mana Potion x2
G Rank Dark Metal Ingots x10
Dark Crystals x20
All this things just magically flows out of the small treasure chest. The treasure has a subspace magic inside that after everyone opens it, the things inside will flow out and and the chest will magically disappear like what's happening in the treasure chest in front of the two.
The Rank of Items and Materials corresponds to the realm of Adventures.
Low-Level:
G Rank = Core Formation Realm(Lv.25)
F Rank = Blood Condensation Realm(Lv.50)
E Rank = Tendon Transformation Realm(Lv.75)
Mid-Level:
D Rank = Bone Forging Realm(Lv.100)
C Rank = Energy Condensation Realm(Lv.125)
B Rank = Path Expanding Realm(Lv.150)
High-Level:
A Rank = Soul Condensation Realm(Lv.175)
S Rank = Core Reinforcing Realm(Lv.200)
Top-Tier:
SS Rank = Energy Expansion Realm(Lv.225)
SSS Rank = Domain Realm(Lv.250)
An Awakener can only use consumables up to one realm higher than their current realm. For instance, Argus, at his current rank, can use G Rank Health Potions. However, he cannot consume F Rank Health Potions, as the excess healing power could harm his body instead of healing it.
"Looks like this is the only thing that it has. Astrea when I take the core I will be immediately teleported outside so please return in my Soul Sea for a while till I enter the next dungeon."(Argus)
"I understand Master."(Astrea)
Argus unsummoned Astrea then he stored the loot from the treasure box. After that he leap to where the dungeon core is. The Dungeon Core, a fist-sized mystic stone, pulsed with dark energy and cast an ominous glow. It radiated profound malevolence, filling the air with dread and drawing shadows to its sinister presence. The color of dungeon core's glow depended on the dungeon type: dark for undead, green for forest, blue for ice, and so on, each reflecting its unique essence.
1. Clear 5 Undead Type Dungeons and Collects its Core.
Progress:1/5
'One'(Argus)
As Argus took the core from its pillar, the dungeon began to crumble around him. With a rush of energy, he felt himself whisked away in a blinding light. When it faded, he found himself outside the dungeon portal. He looks at the portal and saw it slowly fading away. The three outside was also shock with the sudden appearance of Argus.
"F-f-finished?!"(Guard 1)
"Wh-what?! He already defeated the guardian?!"(Guard 2)
The Dungeon Core cannot be removed from the Pillar if the Guardian Beast is Alive. It would use the energy contain inside to defend fron any attack until it became empty. After that the dungeon will start to crumble like what happened right now.
Sebastian was also shocked that Argus has already reached the 5th floor and even eliminated the guardian. Looking at the Mystic Stone like thing on Argus's hand was a proof of that. He also notice that Argus did not even have a single wound nor have an exhausted expression.
'To think it will only take him 2 hours to conquer this dungeon. Lady Alicia has taken almost 4 hours conquering F Rank Dungeons. That is also the same for Master Rex. The young lady's fiance is really not ordinary.'(Sebastian)
"Hmm... Let's go on the next. There is another one here right?"(Argus)
"Cough... Welcome back Master Argus, as for your question, there is another dungeon not too far from where we are. Do you need some rest before we go?"(Sebastian)
"Yes let's go."(Argus)
Argus stored the Dungeon Core on his space ring. Sebastian bowed as an acknowledgement, before they left he ask the two guards to return and he dashed deeper on the forest while Argus followed not far from him. Sebastian notice that Argus was just staring blankly out of nowhere but he was just communicating with Astrea.
'I did not really do any work so let's clear another one. Is that okay to you Astrea?'(Argus)
'I'm totally okay Master. I want to finish your Quest so you can have a breakthrough as fast as possible.'(Astrea)
'I am not really in a rush anymore as you became strong enough to easily clear my quest. Let's clear a total of 3 dungeons for today then rest. I do not want to push yourself too much.'(Argus)
'If that's what you want Master.'(Astrea)
Sebastian and Argus dash in the forest for half an hour. They did not encounter any beast since Sebastian release his aura to make sure no one approach the two of them.
The two guards greeted them. Argus also greets them back.
"We are here Master Argus. The dungeon here is of Forest Type."(Sebastian)
"Oum... Then I will go. See you in a while."(Argus)
"Be careful young Master I am gonna wait here."(Sebastian)
Argus nods and entered the dungeon portal since he did not want to waste time. He was greeted by dense trees and thick underbrush, with vines and moss covering the uneven ground. The dungeon was still look like a cave like place. The canopy above created a patchwork of shadows, and faintly glowing plants provided just enough light to see.
"Are we in a dungeon Master?"(Astrea)
"Yes, dungeon sure is an amazing place. Low level dungeon is like this purely cave like place. They say that mid level dungeons would look like a real world since there are stars and moon. They are also wide and harder to navigate. I want to experience it someday."(Argus)
"Me too!"(Astrea)
"Of course, anyway let's start clearing this dungeon. Beware of the enemies since most of the enemies here are probably plant monsters."(Argus)
"How do we find them Master?"(Astrea)
Argus was about to answer when those trees, bushes and vines started moving. There are more 10 plant monster currently approaching them.
Name:Tree Golem
Rank: Elite
Skills
«Root Slam»
«Bark Shield»
«Branch Whip»
«Entangle»
«Regenerate»
Name: Bush Beast
Rank: Common
Skills:
«Leaf Camouflage»
«Thorn Shot»
«Spore Cloud»
Name: Vine Creeper
Rank: Common
Skills:
«Vine Lash»
«Poison Ivy»
«Creeping Grip»
«Growth Surge»
"It looks like they are not as patient as I thought. Astrea be careful of their attacks specially the Vine Monster, it possess a poison attacks."(Argus)
"Got it. Take this!"(Astrea)
Starfall
A wide magic circle appeared above the plant monsters. Suddenly hundred star orbs started to fall down below. The aggressive Plant monsters stop their charged and wanted to retreat however they are at the center of Astrea's attack. They can only try to defend themselves.
Boom
Boom
Boom
...
Boom
Small explosions can be heard as the star horn landed on something. Dust of smoke filled the place of the Plant monsters. When the smoke starts to clear the only thing remains in the place are only the beast core and orbs. Astrea did not hold back her attack and wipe out the enemies.
"Good job Astrea. You can go all out again. Be careful alright. Comeback if you're tired or low in mana okay?"(Argus)
"Yes master. Then I'm off."(Astrea)
Suddenly an idea appeared inside his mind.
"Wait Astrea!"(Argus)
Astrea came back.
"What is it Master?"(Astrea)
"Cough... Astrea when you defeat your enemy could you store the cores on your pocket dimension? There are no other resources here other than the Cores and the woods here but only collect the Cores. Just call me after you cleared the last floor okay?"(Argus)
"Yes I understand. Just relax here Master. Leave it to me!"(Astrea)
"No I am not gonna relax. I'm gonna train here. Do not push yourself too much. We are not in a rush."(Argus)
"Yes Master!"(Astrea)
Yes, this was exactly the idea he had in mind. While Astrea was busy clearing the dungeon, it made more sense for him to train rather than simply collect items. Astrea had already gone ahead. Argus removed his shirt and, gripping his scythe tightly, began his training.
Slash
Slash
Slash
Argus just swings his Scythe until Astrea returned. He look at the time and 3 hours already passed. It looks like Astrea take longer to clear this dungeon.
"This dungeon is wider Master. Also I need to rest from time to time if my mana decreased to 30%. I will fight them using my body when that happened."(Astrea)
Astrea was in human form. The two was currently running leasurely in the first floor. Astrea was happily talking nonstop while they were running and Argus did not stop her. The two immediately reached the magic circle leading to the boss room.
Dungeon Completion Rate: 90%
"Right Master, should I transfer the orbs and cores I have collected to you?"(Astrea)
"No, keep it for now. My storage ring is really not that wide. I also did not plan to buy any space ring any longer since you are here."(Argus)
'Fufufu, I'm really happy when he pat me in the head.'(Astrea)
The two walk at the center of the magic circle and wait for the transfer.