Chapter 23: Liam's Ascent to Power
The air was cool as Liam stood at the edge of a rocky outcrop, surveying the vast landscape ahead. He had reached Level 35, a milestone for many players, but for him, it was merely the beginning. With the global economy in Eternal Dominion now in full swing, a shift had begun, both in the game and the real world.
Corporations, syndicates, and governments had entered the fray, buying up in-game currency to establish dominance. The Gold Rankings were hotly contested, and Liam couldn't help but glance at his current standing before setting out for the next challenge.
Player Panel: Full Stats and Talents
Name: Liam
• Class: Primordial Sovereign (Hidden Class)
• Level: 35
• Experience: 63% to Level 36
[Attributes]
• Strength: 250
• Agility: 200
• Endurance: 220
• Intelligence: 180
• Wisdom: 160
• Charisma: 120
• Luck: 500 (Boosted by Hidden Class)
• Free Attribute Points: 80
[Talents]
1. Primordial Resurgence (EX)
• Effect: Doubles the effectiveness of all stats during combat. Increases regeneration rates by 500%.
2. Sovereign's Blessing (EX)
• Effect: Grants immunity to crowd control effects and significantly boosts resistance to status ailments.
3. Endless Adaptation (EX)
• Effect: Automatically learns countermeasures against any attack or ability after experiencing it once.
4. Boundless Growth (EX)
• Effect: Multiplies experience gain and resource collection by x1000.
5. Monarch's Resolve (EX)
• Effect: Increases leadership and charisma effects, enabling stronger connections with NPCs and players.
6. Elemental Harmony (SS)
• Effect: Reduces elemental damage received by 50% and enhances elemental skill effects.
7. Battle Hardened (S)
• Effect: Reduces stamina consumption in combat by 30% and boosts resistance to knockback effects.
8. Treasure Seeker's Eye (EX)
• Effect: Reveals hidden treasures, rare drops, and valuable resources in the vicinity.
9. Swift Tactician (A)
• Effect: Enhances evasion and reaction speed by 15%.
10. Master of Duality (SS)
• Effect: Allows simultaneous use of two skill sets with no penalty.
[Skills]
1. Shadowstrike (EX) - Level 15
• Effect: Launches a critical attack from stealth, ignoring 75% of enemy defenses.
2. Primordial Insight (EX) - Level 12
• Effect: Provides detailed analysis of enemies, items, and markets.
3. Blade Dance (A) - Level 14
• Effect: Delivers a flurry of slashes, dealing AoE damage within a 10-meter radius.
4. Sovereign's Command (EX) - Level 9
• Effect: Temporarily boosts allies' stats by 50% or doubles Liam's solo stats for one minute.
5. Primordial Echo (EX) - Level 6
• Effect: Amplifies the effects of all other EX-ranked skills by 25%.
6. Ethereal Dash (S) - Level 10
• Effect: Allows instant movement over short distances, ignoring terrain.
7. Treasure Hunter's Instinct (EX) - Level 8
• Effect: Multiplies drop rates and highlights hidden loot in the environment.
8. Elemental Resistance (C) - Level 9
• Effect: Reduces elemental damage by 30%.
9. Mystic Ward (A) - Level 7
• Effect: Creates a temporary shield that absorbs incoming damage for 10 seconds.
10. Dual Strike (B) - Level 10
• Effect: Strikes twice with a single attack, dealing combined damage.
Equipment
1. Weapon: Twilight Fang (A)
• Attack Power: +75
• Special Effect: Steals 5% of dealt damage as health.
2. Armor: Shadowweave Cloak (A)
• Effect: Increases Agility by +20. Provides +15% evasion in combat.
3. Chestplate: Steelplate of Endurance (B)
• Effect: Increases Endurance by +30.
4. Boots: Swiftstep Greaves (B)
• Effect: Boosts movement speed by +25%.
5. Accessories:
• Ring of Fortitude (B): Boosts Strength by +15.
• Amulet of Luck (EX): Multiplies rare drop chances by 5x.
Inventory Highlights
• Healing Potion (x20)
• Stamina Potion (x15)
• Minor Mana Elixir (x10)
• Rare Crafting Materials (x5)
• Gold: 21 Gold, 900 Silver, 600 Bronze
Gold Rankings: Global Economy
With the currency exchange booming, the Gold Rankings had taken center stage. Liam navigated to the leaderboard to check his position.
[Global Gold Rankings]
1. Victor Lang (Ethereal Veil Guild): 5,000 Gold
2. TitanCorp Syndicate Vault: 4,800 Gold
3. Silver Crown Alliance: 4,500 Gold
4. Obsidian Syndicate Guild: 4,200 Gold
5. Crimson Legion Guild Vault: 3,900 Gold
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92. Liam (Primordial Sovereign): 21 Gold, 900 Silver, 600 Bronze
As Liam closed the leaderboard, he felt both pride and determination. For a solo player, his progress was incredible, but it was clear that larger organizations were consolidating their wealth rapidly.
"I'll need to push harder," Liam muttered.
With his stats, talents, and skills laid bare, it was time to embark on the next phase of his journey: establishing his influence and climbing the ranks—not just in-game, but in a world now irrevocably intertwined with reality.