He was still standing, his eyes fixed on me, a fierce determination burning within them. I also looked at him, our eyes locking in a fierce stare that seemed to hold the very fate of the battle within its gaze.
The air was heavy with tension, the only sound the distant call of a bird and the soft rustling of leaves in the gentle breeze. The forest was quiet, the trees looming above us like sentinels.
Goblin Chief took a step forward, his massive sword at the ready. I could see the muscles in his arm tensing, preparing for the blow that would decide the outcome of the battle.
I stood my ground, my sword still raised high from the previous blow. I could feel the weight of the blade in my hand, the familiar balance of its length and the subtle vibrations of its magic.
The two of us stood there, locked in a silent standoff, each waiting for the other to make the first move. The forest seemed to hold its breath, the trees and the creatures within them watching us with a mixture of curiosity and fear.
And then, in a flash of movement, Goblin Chief struck. His sword sliced through the air, a blur of steel and magic that seemed to leave a trail of sparks in its wake.
I dodged to the side, avoiding the blow by mere inches. The sword struck the ground with a resounding crash, sending shockwaves through the earth that seemed to shake the very foundations of the forest.
I counterattacked, my sword flashing in the sunlight as I struck at Goblin Chief with all my might. The blow landed with a resounding crash, and Goblin Chief stumbled backward, his eyes widening in surprise.
Hp: 80... 70...60...
But he was far from defeated. He regained his footing, his sword still at the ready, and charged forward once more.
The battle was intense, the two of us exchanging blows that seemed to shake the very foundations of the forest. I could feel my strength waning, my sword arm tired and my magic starting to run low. But I refused to give up. I gritted my teeth, determination burning within me, and charged forward once more.
The blow landed with a resounding crash, and Goblin Chief stumbled backward, his eyes widening in surprise. I took advantage of the opening, striking at him again and again, my sword biting deep into his armor.
Goblin Chief HP: 60....50.....30...
He was weakening, his strength fading with each passing moment. I could see the fear in his eyes, the knowledge that he was beaten.
HP: 20.....
And then, in a final, desperate bid to turn the tide of the battle, Goblin Chief's eyes flashed with a fierce determination as he unleashed a powerful blast of magic. The air seemed to erupt with energy as a blast of fire and steel shot out of his mouth, hurtling towards me with deadly precision.
I backed and created some distance between us and I raised my hand, casting a shield of swirling energy around myself. The magic washed over me, protecting me from the brunt of the attack. But as the energy dissipated, I felt a strange sensation in my right hand.
The magic from Goblin Chief's attack seemed to have been drawn to my left hand, as if it had been attracted to something within me. I felt a surge of power and energy flow through my arm, and my hand began to glow with a soft, blue light.
My gaze dropped to my hand, and I felt a jolt of surprise. The magic had somehow merged with my own, creating a potent fusion of energy that seemed to be building in power by the second.
I didn't hesitate. With a swift motion, I raised my hand and pointed it at Goblin Chief. The magic shot out of my hand, striking the goblin leader with incredible force.
The magic took the form of a brilliant blue bolt, crackling with energy as it hurtled towards Goblin Chief. It was as if the very air itself was being torn apart by the sheer power of the attack, leaving a trail of ionized particles in its wake.
The bolt struck Goblin Chief with a deafening crash, hitting him squarely in the chest. The impact was so great that it sent him stumbling backward, his feet flying out from under him as he crashed to the ground.
The magic seemed to explode on impact, releasing a blast of energy that sent shockwaves through the air. The ground shook beneath my feet, and the trees surrounding us seemed to tremble with the force of the attack.
Goblin Chief's body was engulfed in a brilliant blue glow, as if the magic was coursing through his very being. His eyes went wide with shock and pain, and his mouth opened in a silent scream as he struggled to comprehend the sheer power of the attack.
The magic seemed to be tearing him apart from the inside out, his body contorting in ways that seemed impossible for a living being. His limbs twisted and convulsed, his skin rippling with the force of the attack.
And then, in an instant, it was over. The magic dissipated, leaving Goblin Chief's body still and lifeless on the ground. I stood over him, my chest heaving with exhaustion, and my hand still glowing with the magic of the shield.
Goblin Chief HP: 0
Ding! Level Up...
As I stood over Goblin Chief's lifeless body, I felt a sudden pain in my hand. It was as if the magic I had unleashed had come back to haunt me, coursing through my veins like a burning fire.
I gritted my teeth, trying to bear the pain, but it only seemed to intensify. My hand felt like it was being torn apart from the inside out, my fingers contorting in ways that seemed impossible.
I stumbled backward, my vision blurring as the pain became almost unbearable. I felt like I was going to pass out, but somehow I managed to stay on my feet.
And then, just as suddenly as it had begun, the pain stopped. I was left standing there, my hand throbbing with a dull ache, but otherwise feeling fine.
As I looked down at my hand, I saw that it was glowing with a soft, blue light. I felt a strange sensation, as if my body was being rewritten at a fundamental level.
And then, I saw it. A new skill had appeared in my status window.
Skill tier: B
"Maelstrom's Fury"
Deals 150 damage to all enemies within a 10-meter radius
Has a 20% chance to stun enemies for 2 seconds
Cooldown: 6 hours
Skill level :1
I stared at the skill in awe, wondering how I had gotten it. And then, I saw that it was merging with another skill I had gotten earlier.
Skill tier: C+
"Razor's Edge"
Deals 60 damage to single target , and 30 damage to all enemies within a 10-meter radius
Has a 25% chance to make the target bleed
Cooldown: 2 hours
Skill level :2
The two skills seemed to be fusing together, their effects combining in a way that I couldn't quite understand.
Skill Tier: A
"Maelstrom's Edge"
Deals 210 damage to all enemies within a 10-meter radius
Has a 25% chance to make enemies bleed
Has a 20% chance to stun enemies for 2 seconds
Cooldown: 4 hours
I stared at the new skill in awe, wondering what I had just gotten myself into, then i passed out.
**
Status Window
Name: Eryndor Thorne
Age: 14
Race: Human
Class: Apprentice Mage - middle stage - initial rank
Level: 10
Attributes:
HP: 14/190
MP: 5/95
Strength: 15
Agility: 15 (10)*
Intelligence: 17
Charm: 9
Skills:
Skill tier: F
Fireball: Deals 10 damage to a single target (MP Cost: 10)
Skill tier: D
Healing Light: Restores 10 HP to a single target (MP Cost: 5)
Skill tier : C
Light of Defense: Defends up to 50% of incoming damage from a single attack (MP Cost: 20)
Skill Tier: A
"Maelstrom's Edge"
Deals 210 damage to all enemies within a 10-meter radius
Has a 25% chance to make enemies bleed
Has a 20% chance to stun enemies for 2 seconds
Cooldown: 4 hours
Swordsmanship: Beginner (Level 1)
Archery : Beginner (Level 1)
Slash: Deals 5 damage to a single target (No MP Cost)
Abilities:
Mana Sense: Passive ability that allows host to sense the mana levels of those around.
Fire Affinity: Increase the effectiveness of fire-based spells by 10%.
Equipment: "Leather Armor" (Provides 5 defense)
Boots: "Traveler's Boots" (No special abilities)
Clothing: Simple Tunic" (No special abilities),
"Traveler's Pants" (No special abilities)
Weapon: Sword ( Vora)
ATTACK: 20
AGILITY: 10
Accessory: Leather belt with a small pouch containing 10 gold coins and 5 silver coins
Quests:
Main Quest: Attend the Welcome Ceremony at the Eridorian Academy of Magic