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Chapter 34: F Grade
🕑 Added 2024-10-19 13:05:12 +0000 UTC
Thalion was reviewing his evolution options for his human form, and they were excellent.
Elemental Shifter (Rare) grants the shapeshifter the ability to tap into the elemental powers of the creatures they transform into. This evolution allows them to infuse their attacks with elemental damage, choosing from fire, ice, or lightning based on their current form. As they master this evolution, the shapeshifter can even gain temporary resistance to the corresponding elemental damage, making them a more formidable foe in battle. With every level-up, the Elemental Shifter gains 10 stat points, distributed as follows: 4 points to intelligence, 3 points to agility, and 3 points to vitality. Additionally, 3 free points are provided for further customization.
Doppelgänger (Epic) are masters of deception and mimicry, capable of flawlessly imitating the appearance, voice, and mannerisms of any creature they encounter. Their signature ability, imitative mastery, allows them to assume the identity of a target for an extended period, gaining access to their skills. This skill requires a successful skill check based on the target's awareness, and once activated, the doppelgänger can maintain this guise at will. With every level-up, the doppelgänger gains 12 stat points, allocated as follows: 4 points to intelligence, 4 points to agility, and 4 points to wisdom. An additional 2 free points are granted for further customization. With a deep understanding of psychology and social dynamics, doppelgängers can manipulate situations to their advantage, making them exceptional infiltrators and spies.
Shapeshifter Lord (Legendary) is the pinnacle of transformation, wielding unparalleled power in their ability to change form. With their unique ability called Supreme Acquire Form, they can transform into not only common creatures but also legendary beasts and mythical entities, drawing on their abilities and strengths. This class can store and recall a multitude of forms, allowing for greater flexibility in combat and strategy. In addition to their baseline skills, shapeshifter lords can access powerful abilities such as shape alteration, enabling them to adapt their physical attributes to gain increased strength, speed, or resilience based on the chosen form. With every level-up, the Shapeshifter Lord gains 15 stat points, distributed as follows: 6 points to strength, 4 points to vitality, and 5 points to intelligence. Additionally, 2 free points are provided for further enhancement.
Sanguine Archon (Mythic) is a formidable being that wields the power of blood and life force, capable of assuming the forms of higher-ranking monsters and blood elementals. They can transform into powerful entities, powerful beasts, or even monstrous blood elementals, each granting unique abilities and enhancements, and all forms gain the same amount of experience. The sanguine archon’s mastery of blood magic allows them to drain the life force of their foes, replenishing their own vitality while simultaneously weakening their opponents. The sanguine archon is at the pinnacle of this evolutionary path, granting the Shapeshifter unparalleled versatility in combat and survival, along with the dark, powerful abilities of a Blood Mage. With every level-up, the sanguine archon gains 20 stat points, allocated as follows: 10 points to vitality, 8 points to strength, and 2 points to intelligence. An additional 5 free points are granted for further customization. This form is highly sought after but extremely difficult to achieve, requiring immense mastery over both shapeshifting and blood magic.
Fire Mage (Rare) is the master of elemental flame, harnessing the raw power of fire to obliterate their enemies and control the battlefield. With their signature ability, Inferno Manipulation, they can conjure and shape fire into devastating spells, from fireballs to walls of flames that engulf their foes. Their deep understanding of fire magic allows them to channel immense power, granting them unique spells such as flame burst, which deals area-of-effect damage. As fire mages evolve, they can unlock abilities like firestorm, a cataclysmic spell that rains down flames upon their enemies, and ember shield, providing temporary protection by surrounding themselves with a fiery barrier. Additionally, they can learn to manipulate the heat of their flames, creating illusions of fire or even heating the environment to disorient their opponents, making them a feared presence on any battlefield. With every advancement, fire mages become increasingly adept at weaving fire into their combat strategies, igniting their passion for destruction while illuminating the path to victory. With every level-up, the fire mage gains 15 stat points, distributed as follows: 7 points to intelligence, 5 points to agility, and 3 points to vitality. Additionally, 3 free points are provided for further customization.
Thalion’s eyes popped out as he saw the mythic-class sanguine archon. What it did and the stats it gave were utterly insane. Mythic was one rarity above legendary, quite the jump from his current rare class. According to the scroll he had bought from the system shop, the rarities were: common, uncommon, rare, epic, exalted, ancient, legendary, mythic, ethereal, celestial, ascendant, empyrean, and divine. Mythic was for very strong warriors, while ethereal was only rarely surpassed by the chosen of gods. Rarities were not as absolute as they were alocated to the current grade. So for example, there were gods who had skills with common rarity for their grade. It often happened that a skill would get downgraded in rarity while no longer fitting the requirement for that rarity in the higher grade. The sanguine archon was perfect for him. It combined the best of shapeshifter and mage, which was exactly what he needed. The other classes were all good too, but nothing came close to the sanguine archon. So, he chose it and a moment later, he was teleported to the next stage. It seemed that evolving with just one class was enough to reach the higher stage.
As Thalion arrived, he felt power burning through his veins, even though his mana was low.
Status:
Name: Thalion Walker
Age: 30
Height: 1.93 m
Level: 25
Race: Exalted Human (F)
Class: Sanguine Archon (Mythic)
Health Points: 754/1,100
Mana Points: 90/1,550
Stamina: 560/730
Experience Points: 0/14,264
Stats:
Strength: 85
Agility: 110
Endurance: 73
Intelligence: 155
Wisdom: 72
Dexterity: 58
Perception: 38
Toughness: 46
Vitality: 110
Fate: 31
Skills:
Fireball (Exalted), Manabarrier (Epic), Telekinetic Dash (Epic), Acquire Form (Exalted), Shapeshift (Exalted), Identify (Common), Echoes of Worlds (Common), Morphic Adaptation (Rare), Arcane Synergy, Crimson Harvest (Mythic), Blood Thorn (Exalted), Vine of the Sanguine Thorn (Ancient), Manawave (Uncommon), Mistform (Mythic), Tectonic Slam (Epic)
Form:
Shadowstalker (Epic) Level 25
Titles:
None
Bloodline:
None
His stats had skyrocketed, and his spells related to the class had all upgraded. Crimson Harvest had fully changed.
Crimson Harvest (Mythic) is a devastating blood magic spell that targets all enemies within a certain radius. When cast, it rapidly drains the blood from every enemy in the area, weakening them significantly. The amount of blood drained depends on the caster's power and the enemies' resistance. As the blood is siphoned, the caster can absorb it, restoring health and mana, or use it to fuel other blood magic abilities. The spell can also leave enemies vulnerable, reducing their physical strength and making them easier to defeat.
The problem was he didn't know where he would store the blood, aside from feeding it to the sanguine thorn. The other mythic spell, though, looked devastating.
Mistform (Mythic) is a spell that allows the caster to transform into a dense, swirling mist. In this ethereal state, the caster can move with incredible speed, freely passing through small openings and obstacles, making it ideal for swift escapes or stealthy maneuvers. Mistform grants near-complete concealment, allowing the caster to blend into the environment and avoid detection. However, despite the intangibility, the caster remains vulnerable to attacks, particularly those that can affect the area around them. Damage taken in Mistform is slightly reduced, but the caster is not immune, making it a tactical choice for quick escapes or strategic repositioning rather than invulnerability.
This was great. Now, he would be much harder to kill. Some spells, like fireball and manabarrier, had also upgraded, but that had happened while fighting the nobles—he just didn’t notice it at the time. Next, he transformed into shadowstalker and started the evolution.
Lunar Werewolf (Exalted)
The shadowstalker evolves into a Lunar Werewolf, gaining the ability to transform into a powerful werewolf with enhanced physical attributes. This form provides increased strength, speed, and heightened senses. The lunar werewolf is especially potent under the moonlight, where it gains additional power. Its attacks are ferocious, and it has a moderate regeneration ability that heals wounds over time. This evolution is ideal for those who prefer raw power and physical combat. The lunar werewolf gains 12 stat points per level-up, allocated as follows: 6 points to agility, 4 points to strength, and 2 points to vitality. This evolution also grants 2 free points for additional enhancement.
Umbral Predator (Mythic)
The Umbral Predator is the ultimate hunter in the shadows. This evolution grants the shadowstalker unmatched speed, agility, and strength, making it a lethal combatant. Its body is cloaked in a thin, almost ethereal layer of shadowy mist that trails behind it as it moves, giving it a ghostly, insubstantial appearance.
In addition to its physical prowess, the Umbral Predator possesses an extraordinary regeneration ability, allowing it to recover from injuries at a rapid pace, making it nearly unstoppable over time. Rumors also speak of the strongest Umbral Predators gaining the rare ability to phase through objects or teleport between shadows, though only a few have ever witnessed such feats. The umbral predator gains 16 stat points per level-up, allocated as follows: 6 points to agility, 6 points to strength, and 2 points to vitality. This evolution also grants 2 free points for additional enhancement.
It was clear what he would choose, and with that, he evolved into the Umbral Predator. This form looked like an absolute monster.
Status:
Name: Thalion Walker
Age: 30
Height: 2.65 meters
Level: 25
Race: Mythic Umbral Predator (F)
Class: Sanguine Archon (Mythic)
Health Points: 1508/2,100
Mana Points: 45/700
Stamina: 362/980
Experience Points: 0/15,835
Stats:
Strength: 257
Agility: 142
Endurance: 98
Intelligence: 70
Wisdom: 23
Dexterity: 72
Perception: 39
Toughness: 61
Vitality: 210
Fate: 41
Skills:
Abyssal Bite (Exalted), Abyssal Devourer (Mythic), Umbral Resilience (Legendary), Claws of the Shadow (Legendary), Acquire Form (Exalted), Shapeshift (Exalted), Identify (Common), Echoes of Worlds (Common)
Form:
Human (Exalted) Level 25
Titles:
None
Bloodline:
None
Abyssal Devourer (Mythic):
The umbral predator taps into the darkest energies of the void, extending tendrils of shadow to latch onto nearby enemies. These tendrils drain the life force of all who are caught, simultaneously weakening them while transforming them into darkness itself. As the shadows consume their victims, the umbral predator can absorb their strength and vitality, enhancing its physical capabilities such as speed, strength, and regenerative abilities.
Once an enemy is killed by this draining process, the predator can devour the body, converting the consumed life force into raw darkness. This feast not only restores the Predator's health, mana, and stamina but also can grant permanent stat boosts, making it stronger with each feast.
The abyssal devourer is a spell of immense power, turning the battlefield into a feeding ground for the Umbral Predator, where each fallen enemy makes it permanently more powerful.
Abyssal Bite (Exalted):
The umbral predator’s jaws are infused with the essence of darkness, making its bite both lethal and terrifying. When the predator sinks its teeth into a victim, it not only causes severe physical damage but also inflicts a debilitating curse of darkness that drains the enemy’s vitality over time.
Umbral Resilience (Legendary):
The umbral predator’s form is attuned to the shadows, granting it a natural resistance to physical and magical attacks. Its dark essence allows it to absorb and nullify a portion of incoming damage, especially those related to darkness. This resilience is further enhanced when the predator is in dark environments, where its abilities to evade and withstand damage are significantly increased.
Claws of the Shadow (Legendary):
A devastating attack that unleashes the creature's inner darkness. With a swift and powerful swipe, the predator's razor-sharp claws tear through its enemies, inflicting grievous wounds. Dark creatures, such as undead and shadow beings, are particularly vulnerable to this attack, as the predator's dark energy resonates with their own, amplifying the damage dealt. The claws of the shadow is a fearsome ability that can turn the tide of battle in favor of the umbral predator.
The power he felt in this new form was mesmerizing, one step closer to the path of becoming a god. All his skills had changed. Verdant consumption and devourer's feast had even merged into abyssal devourer. This evolution had to be a side effect of consuming all those flowers and killing so many beasts.
He took one of the tall mirrors he had permanently borrowed from one of the nobles and took a good look at his new form. He had transformed into a fearsome, otherworldly creature that exuded an aura of menace and darkness. Standing at around 2.6 meters tall, his body was a sleek, muscular blend of humanoid and beast, designed for both speed and strength. His skin was jet black, with a subtle, shifting texture that resembled swirling shadows, allowing him to blend seamlessly into the darkness.
His limbs were long and powerful, ending in sharp, retractable claws that glowed faintly with a dark, purplish energy. His fingers were elongated and ended in claws that allowed for both dexterous movement and brutal strikes.
His head was slightly elongated, with a pronounced, almost lupine snout that housed rows of sharp, obsidian-like teeth. The eyes of the Umbral Predator were perhaps its most striking feature. They glowed with a malevolent, deep violet light, piercing through the darkness with an unsettling intensity. These eyes were capable of seeing in complete darkness, detecting the faintest movements of prey.
It would take some time until the arrival of the systemshop, which meant that there were a lot of survivors running around with lots of credits. The night was still long and he would use the time to hunt. Maybe he could even find Annie and Jakob. They should be close by after all.
