Chapter 24: The Sovereign's Legacy
Liam stood in the center of a dense forest, the golden light of dawn filtering through the canopy above. Birds chirped in the distance, and the faint rustle of leaves suggested nearby wildlife. He had been grinding monsters through the night, methodically working his way through quests and strengthening his skills. Now, at Level 38, he felt the stirrings of something significant on the horizon.
As he finished looting the remains of a defeated Mystic Direwolf, a familiar chime echoed in his ears.
[System Notification: Hidden Class Privilege Unlocked!]
Liam froze, his heart pounding as the message unfolded before him.
Primordial Sovereign Class Privilege Expanded
1. EX-Privilege: Infinite Growth Multiplier Activated!
• Effect: Gain x1000 experience from all combat, quests, and activities.
2. EX-Privilege: Sovereign's Currency Bounty Unlocked!
• Effect: All currency drops are multiplied by x1000.
3. EX-Privilege: Treasure of the Sovereign Activated!
• Effect: All loot drops are multiplied by x1000, and rarity is boosted by two ranks.
4. EX-Privilege: Sovereign's Favor Enhanced!
• Effect: NPCs of all factions are 100% more likely to offer quests, trades, and hidden rewards.
Liam stared at the notifications, his hands trembling. Each new privilege was a game-changer, further cementing his dominance in Eternal Dominion. He quickly opened his player panel to confirm the changes.
Player Panel: Class Privileges
• Experience Multiplier: x1000
• Currency Drop Multiplier: x1000
• Loot Drop Multiplier: x1000
• Rarity Boost: +2 Ranks
• NPC Favorability: +100%
"This… this is insane," Liam whispered. His already accelerated progress was now beyond anything he'd imagined. A single mob kill could now yield enough experience to level up. The thought made him chuckle. At this rate, even the largest guilds wouldn't be able to keep up with him.
But the system wasn't done.
[System Notification: Class Quest Initiated!]
• Quest Name: Legacy of the Sovereign
• Objective: Prove your worth as the Primordial Sovereign by defeating the Warden of Eternity.
• Location: Sanctum of Eternity, Cragspire Mountains.
• Difficulty: EX-Rank
• Rewards: Sovereign's Legacy Title, EX-Tier Relic, Additional Class Privileges
Liam felt his excitement skyrocket. The Sanctum of Eternity was a location he had heard whispers of from NPCs and obscure player forums, but its exact location had remained a mystery.
"It's time to move," he muttered, pulling up his map.
Preparation for the Quest
Liam headed straight for Ironshade's Marketplace, now bustling with activity. Players and NPCs were swarming the market, their conversations filled with speculation about the ongoing Gold Rankings and rumors of high-level dungeons.
His first stop was the Blacksmith's Forge, where Brann greeted him with a grin.
"Back so soon, lad? What's the occasion?"
"I need better gear, Brann," Liam replied, his tone firm. "I'm heading into dangerous territory."
Brann nodded, rummaging through his inventory before pulling out a shimmering chestplate.
"This here's Starlight Plate Armor, Rank B," Brann said. "It's tough, but lightweight. Should serve you well."
Liam inspected the stats.
[Starlight Plate Armor]
• Rank: B
• Defense: +80
• Special Effect: Reduces incoming physical damage by 20%.
"I'll take it," Liam said without hesitation, handing over the required coins.
[Purchase Complete!]
• Bronze Coins Deducted: 500
Next, Liam visited the Potion Merchant, where he stocked up on high-quality healing and stamina potions. With his inventory replenished and his gear upgraded, he felt ready to face the challenges ahead.
The Journey to the Sanctum of Eternity
The journey to the Sanctum of Eternity was grueling, even with Liam's advantages. The Cragspire Mountains were teeming with high-level monsters, their aggression and power testing his limits at every turn.
Thanks to his class privileges, however, the rewards were immense.
[Combat Summary]
• Monsters Defeated: 42
• Experience Gained: 420,000 (x1000 multiplier applied)
• Currency Looted: 5 Gold, 340 Silver (x1000 multiplier applied)
• Items Obtained:
• Mystic Wolf Pelt (B)
• Ancient Fang (A)
• Arcane Gemstone (A)
By the time he reached the entrance to the Sanctum of Eternity, Liam had not only leveled up to Level 40 but also accumulated enough resources to make the trip worthwhile.
The entrance to the sanctum was an imposing stone archway, etched with runes that glowed faintly in the dim light. A sense of foreboding hung in the air as Liam stepped forward.
[System Notification: Entering Instance - Sanctum of Eternity.]
The moment he crossed the threshold, Liam's surroundings shifted. The air grew colder, and the walls of the sanctum seemed to pulse with an otherworldly energy.
The Warden of Eternity
At the heart of the sanctum, a massive chamber awaited. In its center stood the Warden of Eternity, a towering humanoid figure clad in obsidian armor. Its glowing eyes locked onto Liam as he entered.
"Primordial Sovereign," the Warden rumbled, its voice echoing through the chamber. "You have come to claim the legacy. Prove your worth, or perish."
The battle began with a deafening roar as the Warden charged forward, its massive sword cleaving through the air. Liam dodged nimbly, activating Ethereal Dash to close the distance and strike with Shadowstrike.
The battle was intense, each attack from the Warden sending shockwaves through the chamber. Liam relied on his EX-ranked skills and newfound privileges to keep up, his Primordial Resurgence doubling his stats and his Endless Adaptation allowing him to learn the Warden's attack patterns quickly.
After an arduous fight, Liam landed the final blow, his sword piercing the Warden's chest. The massive figure let out a guttural growl before collapsing, its body dissolving into particles of light.
[System Notification: Quest Complete!]
• Objective: Defeat the Warden of Eternity.
• Rewards:
• Title: Sovereign's Legacy
• Relic: Crown of Eternal Dominion (EX)
• New Class Privilege Unlocked!
Liam's breathing was ragged as he picked up the Crown of Eternal Dominion, its stats radiating power.
[Crown of Eternal Dominion]
• Rank: EX
• Effect 1: Increases all stats by 50%.
• Effect 2: Grants immunity to all debuffs.
• Effect 3: Boosts skill effects by 25%.
With his new title, relic, and privileges, Liam stood tall, ready to continue his journey. The world of Eternal Dominion was changing, and Liam was determined to rise to the top.