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Chapter 11 - Evolution

My body was suddenly enveloped in a mysterious golden light. A strange sensation coursed through my entire being, as if energy was flowing through every cell.

'Avaible To Evolution!'

The voice of the system echoed in my head.

I was taken aback. 'Evolution? I... can evolve?' My heart raced. This was an opportunity I had never imagined before.

An information window appeared before me:

Congratulations! You have met the requirements for evolution! Evolution Path Options:

[Elemental Lizard]

- Master elemental powers (fire, water, earth, wind)

- Gain skills [Elemental Affinity], [Nature's Blessing]

- Resistance to elemental attacks increased by 20%

- STR +15, AGI +20, INT +25

Can adapt to various elemental environments

[Dread Lizard]

- Ability to induce terror and intimidation

- Gain skills [Fear Aura], [Terror Strike], [Mind Crush]

- Resistance to mental effects increased by 50%

- STR +25, AGI +15, INT +20

- A terrifying aura that can incapacitate weak enemies

- Ability to absorb fear to enhance strength

[Shadow Lizard]

- Mastery over shadows and darkness

- Gain skills [Shadow Step], [Dark Embrace], [Shadow Control]

- Can move freely within shadows

- STR +20, AGI +25, DEX +15

- Ability to merge with shadows

- Attacks contain the element of darkness

'What amazing choices' I thought, observing every detail of the available evolution paths. Each option offered unique powers that could drastically change my fighting style.

[Elemental Lizard] would give me flexibility in battle with various elements. [Dread Lizard] offered terrifying psychological abilities. And [Shadow Lizard] relied on shadows and darkness to combat enemies.

'With my current skills...' I pondered, recalling how [Claw Strike] and [Dash] had helped me survive thus far.

'Hmmm..... but the elemental lizard intrigues me, let's ignore the dread lizard. The dread lizard leans more towards mental strength, which may not suit my fighting style, I prefer to fight with physical power'

I reflected deeper, comparing the options available. [Elemental Lizard] indeed offered a lot of flexibility and would certainly allow me to use magic, but there was something more appealing about the [Shadow Lizard] option.

Something darker and more mysterious, which seemed to resonate with my instincts. The ability to master shadows and darkness... it felt like a power that was much more personal.

'Maybe it's time to become one with the darkness' (striking a pose)

'....'

'Ahem! Forget that....'

After much consideration, I decided to choose [Shadow Lizard]. In this dark dungeon, the ability to master shadows would be a significant advantage.

I searched for a safe place for my evolution, and finally, my eyes landed on a narrow crevice in the dungeon wall that seemed well-protected from disturbances.

Carefully, I walked towards it, ensuring there were no monsters or traps lurking nearby.

This room felt quiet, with only the soft rustling of air moving through the cracks in the stone. There were crystal stones embedded in the walls to illuminate the surroundings.

'Perfect', assessing that this place was suitable for my transformation.

I took a deep breath, feeling the tension building within me.

My right hand was ready to press the system button, and with determination, I pressed it.

'I choose [Shadow Lizard]!' I declared as I clicked the system button.

Instantly, thick darkness enveloped my body. A cold yet soothing sensation coursed through me. The shadows around me began to move, as if drawn to my presence.

WHOOSH... SWISH... RUSTLE...

Soft sounds filled the air as my body transformed. My black scales became darker, absorbing the surrounding light like a mini black hole.

The process of evolution unfolded in a chilling silence. When it finally finished, I felt as if I had become one with the darkness itself.

'An amazing feeling...'

It was as if I could sense every corner of the darkness around me, merging with the shadows that moved freely.

I could feel it in every cold particle of air, as if I were the center of this dark world.

I looked around, and for the first time, I could see shadows that were invisible to the ordinary eye.

They flowed like formless shapes, swirling and rolling, as if welcoming me.

'This... is incredible', almost unable to believe the change that had occurred within me.

I raised my hand and tried to move the shadows near me. As I focused, the shadows began to follow my movements, responding as if they had a consciousness of their own. I smiled widely.

'This is way cooler than I imagined!'

However, as I became too absorbed in my pride, I accidentally moved the shadow beneath my feet.

Quickly, the shadow pulled me down, and I fell into a small hole I hadn't seen before.

I remained silent for a few seconds in the hole, looking around in the stillness.

'Okay, maybe I got a little too excited...'

'But at least the darkness is quite challenging.'

I tried to get out more carefully.

'Maybe I need a little time to adapt'

'Okay... Time to check my status.'

'Status'

NAME: EVA SCARLET

RACE: SHADOW LIZARD

LEVEL: 1

HP: 780 (+200)

MP: 320 (+150)

STR: 60 (+20)

AGI: 68 (+25)

INT: 28

DEX: 30 (+15)

VIT: 25

SKILLS:

[APPRAISAL III][CLAW STRIKE IV][DASH III][UNIVERSAL MULTILINGUAL][SWIFT STRIKE I][SHADOW STEP I][DARK EMBRACE I][SHADOW CONTROL I]

UNIQUE SKILLS:

[PRIDE][WISDOM]

TITLES:

[REINCARNATOR]

'!?'

I was shocked, my transformation had nearly doubled my status from before.

And like a system notification, I received 3 new skills: [Shadow Step], [Dark Embrace], and [Shadow Control]. It seemed that [Shadow Control] was what I had just used.

'Let me check the ability [Shadow Step] first'

An information window appeared.

[SHADOW STEP I]

(Ability to move through shadows)

(Maximum distance: 10 meters)

(MP consumption: 20 per use)

I focused my gaze on the shadow in the corner of the room. With full concentration, I imagined myself merging into the shadow.

WHOOSH!

In the blink of an eye, my body disintegrated into fragments of darkness and reappeared at my intended location. The sensation was like swimming in thick darkness for a split second.

'Cool!' This could be very useful for dodging attacks or ambushing enemies.

And for this skill, there is an MP consumption, unlike Claw Strike and Dash, which have 0 MP consumption; this one requires 20 MP for each use.

'I need to manage my MP if I want to use this skill.'

'Okay, next.'

Let me check [Dark Embrace].

[DARK EMBRACE I]

(Cloaks oneself in thick darkness and increases physical defense by 30%)

(Duration: 30 seconds)

(MP consumption: 25 per use)

(Cooldown: 20 seconds) {Cooldown will decrease as the skill levels up}

I activated the skill. Instantly, shadows crawled around my body, forming an almost invisible protective layer. I could feel the calming dark energy enveloping me.

'With this, I can hide or withstand strong attacks' I thought while observing its effects.

'But this skill can only be used every 20 seconds...'

'However, it seems that as it levels up, the cooldown will decrease.'

'Next is the last one'

Then I looked at the details of [Shadow Control].

[SHADOW CONTROL I]

[Control shadows for various purposes, can form weapons or shields from shadows]

[Control range: 15 meters]

[MP consumption: 20 per use]

(Cooldown: 10 seconds) {Cooldown will decrease as the skill levels up}

Finally, I tried to master [Shadow Control] more effectively. This time, I concentrated on shaping the shadows into a more controlled form.

The shadows around me began to move according to my will, forming dark tentacles that I could use to attack or capture enemies. I could even create a shield from solid shadows.

To test my new abilities, I devised a simple plan, move with [Shadow Step], conceal myself with [Dark Embrace], then attack using [Shadow Control].

WHOOSH! SWISH! CRACK!

In an instant, I moved to the corner of the room, disappearing into the darkness, and shattered a small stone with a whip of shadow.

'Perfect' I thought, satisfied.

'The combination of these three skills...' I thought with a smile.

'I can become a deadly hunter in the darkness!'

'But I must remain cautious about MP consumption. Each skill requires energy, and I must not waste it carelessly.'

And there's also Swift Strike; it seems I learned this skill while fighting that wolf.

[SWIFT STRIKE]

[Attacks enemies using claws quickly]

[When activating this skill, your AGI increases by +5] {AGI will increase by +1 for each level up of the skill}

[Duration: 5 seconds] {Each level up will increase the skill duration}

[MP consumption: 10 per use]

[Cooldown: 30 seconds]

It seems this is a buff-type skill that increases AGI and is a stronger version of [CLAW STRIKE], and it consumes MP. I can't use this continuously because there's a fairly long cooldown.

I activated the Swift Strike skill and felt my body's speed increase significantly. My AGI rose by 5 points, making me faster and more agile.

I quickly tried to claw at the stone wall before the skill's duration ended.

Slash! Slash! Slash!

I continued to claw at the stone wall at high speed, producing loud cracking sounds. My claws felt like sharp knives, easily cutting through the stone. Dust and stone fragments flew around me.

After five seconds, the duration of Swift Strike ended. My AGI returned to normal, and my claw marks remained on the stone wall.

'Wow... this is amazing!' I thought in awe.

I felt a significant change within me. Not only had my physical strength increased, but my fighting style was now much more flexible and deadly.

'This is just the beginning'

'I will grow stronger and continue to get stronger to escape this dungeon and take revenge on those humans!'

The shadows around me continued to dance, responding to my every movement like an extension of my own body. I was one step closer to my goal of becoming powerful.