Name: Leonardo Brown
Title: Nikra's Legacy
Evolution Stage: II - Prime Night Hunter
Class: Assassin | LVL. 19
Job: Hunter
Rank: E-
Might Tier I (33) | LB: 35
Grace: Tier II (40) | LB: 36
Vision: Tier I (39) | LB: 34
Mind: Tier II (9) | LB: 0
Soul: Tier I (49) | LB: 19
Ether: 1406
Traits: Cloud Walker (Uncommon), Void-borne (Rare), True Affinity: Shadow (Rare), Low-end Akirian Physiology (Rare), True Bond (Unique)
Mutations: Heart of the Void (Beta), Enhanced Vision (Gamma)
Racial Skills: Universal Linguist (Unique), Identify (Unique), Soul Arts (Rare), Devour (Epic), Night Hunter's Blade Mastery (Rare), Ruthless Efficiency (Radiant)
General Skills: True Stealth (Uncommon), Vital Strike (Common), Reinforcement (Uncommon), Kiss of Death (Uncommon), Hunter's Pulse (Epic), Decoy (Uncommon), Soul Well (Epic), Phantom Erasure (Rare)
Race:
Prime Night Hunter (Stage II)
Hunt. Kill. Consume. Never stop, little Akirian. You are the Hunter that stalks the Night. You are the Prime that leads your kind. As the first and the last, be ready and fight until there is nothing left.
Effects:
Tainted evolves into Void-borne. Grants Low-end Akirian Physiology trait. The potency of your Essence has been improved at the price of slightly lowered control. Heavy physical evolution involved. All Effectiveness: +15%. +1 Might, +3 Grace, +1 Vision, +1 Soul, +1 Mind, +3 Free Attribute points per level. Natural Mutations: Unlocked
TRAITS:
Void-borne (Rare)
Only those who embraced the path of the Void can wield its power. You did just that, and now you can reap the benefits. Go and devour.
Effects:
You can now feed on Essence to strengthen yourself and absorb the power of your enemies. Limit Break: +1 Soul, Might, Grace and Vision per level. Drain evolves into Devour.
Cloud Walker (Uncommon)
You have ascended past the basic training of an Assassin and entered the realm of true experts. May you remain unnoticed by your enemies.
Effects:
Your movement becomes lighter and almost silent. Every stealth ability is now more effective. Grace Effectiveness: +10%
True Affinity: Shadow (Rare)
Minor affinity born from the Darkness. What Shadow lacks in raw power, it makes up for in utility. Only imagination now stands in your way, don't let it stop you.
Effects:
Grants the ability to channel shadow affinity into your Essence. Natural evolution of affinity available due to its True form.
Low-end Akirian Physiology (Rare)
Whatever you were before, forget about it; you are an Akirian now, little one. Rise your head and enjoy the benefits of a species with no equals. This is just the beginning of a very long road.
Effects:
Natural resistance against the Void's harsh conditions slightly improved. Your body is now capable of withstanding Void Storms below C-Grade. Basic body functions enhanced. You can now sustain your body with Essence and flesh of your enemies. Due to your unique physiology, you are now more vulnerable against Ether weapons.
True Bond (Unique)
Your Akirian Apex aspect might be dead, but out of this tragedy, something beautiful was born. A bond unlike any other. Unbreakable and always growing stronger. Two souls that are one.
Effects:
You are now soul-bonded to an eternally loyal entity, Nyx. Essence and affinity share possible. Mind synchronization perfected. Bond strength: Low.
Mutations:
Mutation: Heart of the Void (Beta Tier)
With your heart carved out, First Born's shard took its place and changed the base of your being. Follow the steps of the Void, the path of the Akirians, and become the true Legacy of the Void.
Effects:
Nikra's Essence has adapted to your blood. Your body is now capable of withstanding the Void's harsh conditions. Healing speed slightly improved. Soul effectiveness: +15%. Might effectiveness: +20%.
Mutation: Enhanced Vision (Gamma Tier)
For many, vision is the most essential sense. So why not make it stronger? Let nothing hide from you with this mutation. Follow your prey where the light doesn't shine.
Effects:
Grants slightly improved eyesight along with strong night vision. In the event of vision loss in the past, this mutation will repair all damages and make your eyes slightly more resistant to damage.
RACIAL SKILLS:
Universal Linguist (Unique)
With a vast Universe comes a wide array of languages. To help achieve communication between different civilizations, the System created this skill for each survivor.
Effects:
Grants the ability to understand almost every spoken language in the Universe. Be wary that any written form of a foreign language is still mostly beyond you.
Identify (Unique)
The most common tool of every system user. Created by the System to help the users find their way along the journey.
Effects:
Allows you to discover details about certain parts of this new world. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Vision and Level.
Devour (Epic)
Bread and butter of every creature that rose from the pits of the Void. This evolved version of Consume is why Voidlings are meant to be feared. Now go and devour; this is only the beginning.
Effects:
Grants the ability to consume Essence from your enemy, be it dead or alive. Offers a slight chance to permanently absorb power from fallen foes. You can now replenish your reserves and heal yourself using the devoured Essence.
Soul Arts (Rare)
Like every stroke of a painter's brush, with enough dedication, every single move of your Essence can also become an art. For Soul Arts, imagination is the limit, and now your mind and soul are working together to break past it.
Effects:
This skill greatly improves the control over your Essence. Soul Arts remembers everything. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Mind and Soul.
Night Hunter's Blade Mastery (Rare)
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What is a blade without the knowledge of how to use it? Never worry, young Akirian, for you shall never need to find the answer to this question. The blades of the Night are for you to wield. Strike fast, strike hard.
Effects:
Grants basic and instinctive knowledge on how to wield the Blades of the Night Hunter. Abilities gained from the lesser version of this skill are still available. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Grace and level.
Ruthless Efficiency (Radiant)
Rage and Bloodlust unleashed. The world is yours for the taking, young Prime. Enemies, allies? They don't matter as long as you achieve your goal.
Effects (3 Stages):
Ignite: Your perception of the world and battle prowess is enhanced.
Blaze: Strengthens the boost gained from the previous stage. Will activate automatically after overuse of Ignite or upon suffering heavy injuries. Reduces your mind to a more primal state.
Inferno: Rage and bloodlust fuel your abilities, enhancing them further. Will activate automatically after overuse of Blaze or upon suffering critical injuries. Inferno cannot be stopped until its hunger for death is satisfied. Whether it comes from enemies or allies, it doesn't matter to you anymore.
GENERAL SKILLS:
Reinforcement (Uncommon)
An ancient technique used to strengthen your body. By controlling and reinforcing the flow of Essence you become stronger, faster, and tougher. A skill with infinitely high potential and even higher risk.
Effects:
Provides the ability to augment your physical attributes by a maximum of 50%. Be warned that overusing this skill might bring severe exhaustion or even death. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Might.
True Stealth (Uncommon)
With practice and hard work, the shortcomings of basic stealth were removed. Now you can truly walk among your enemies as Essence guides you on your way. But beware that nothing is ever perfect.
Effects:
Advanced ability capable of shielding you with a strong layer of controlled Essence. When activated, your Essence signature will be harder to detect, while your scent and any sounds you make will be hidden. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Grace.
Vital Strike (Common)
Ever since ancient times, people have tried to find ways to defeat their enemies with a few swift strikes. Now, one of their abilities is yours to wield.
Effects:
After drawing blood from your enemy, you have a chance to spot one of their weak spots. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Vision.
Kiss of Death (Uncommon)
Bread and butter of every assassin. Stealth may lead you to the target. Sharp senses might let you spot their weakness. But the Kiss of Death will allow you to strike with the deadly strength required to end your target.
Effects:
Allows you to coat any weapon in your possession with finely refined Essence to strike with overpowering strength. Provides a one-time boost to armor penetration and the overall sharpness of your blade. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Mind and Soul.
Hunter's Pulse (Epic)
Improved version of basic Hunter's Pulse. Just like the previous version, it can be guided by intent and Essence, but now the pulse will offer additional help even when unasked. Additionally, the System will now provide support to speed up this ability.
Effects:
You can now send a pulse from every single part of your body to perform a perfect scan. You can now search for familiar Essence in the scanned area. The range of this ability depends on the amount of Essence used. The efficiency of this skill improves with your Vision. Warning: Beings with sharp enough senses might still become alerted by your pulse.
Decoy (Uncommon)
Illusions, one of many tools available to an assassin. Deceive your enemies, lead them astray. And when you have them where you want, strike. Fast and deadly.
Effects:
Grants the ability to create an Essence decoy, a perfect illusion clone of your body. As the name implies, a decoy cannot interact with the real world but will follow basic commands given by the user. The efficiency of this skill is dependent on your Mind.
Soul Well (Epic)
The soul of every living being hides an unlimited potential. Keeping your possessions safe is just the tip of the iceberg of what a soul can achieve. Your journey has just begun.
Effects:
The User is now capable of storing objects within their soul. Please note that the amount of items you can hold depends on the strength of your soul.
Phantom Erasure (Rare)
To kill, you need to strike fast, strike hard. Each direct hit matters and can decide the outcome of each fight. So what if your every attack suddenly gained more power? Say twice as much? Ask no longer, as Phantom Erasure is here for you.
Effects:
Upon each direct hit, you can now leave a sliver of your Essence on your target. This tiny load of energy will ignite after a moment of delay and mimic your previous attack on the already affected area. This phantom strike cannot be stronger than the original attack.
TITLE:
Nikra's Legacy:
The legacy of the first daughter has been born. Darkness follows your every step and the Void welcomes you in its domain. Will you do the same and embrace this new path?
Stacked Effects:
New evolutionary path available. Your soul is now partially synchronized with Nikra's Essence. Freshly-born Akirians recognize your power. If they exist, other Night Hunters will refrain from attacking you and may even be open to obeying your commands. Soul effectiveness: +10%. Might effectiveness: +10%.
TECHNIQUES:
Void: Minor Takeover (Adept)
A technique that allows for a complete takeover of a Void-born creature. The success of this ability depends on the user's connection to the Void affinity, level, and overall strength. Creatures stronger or of similar power will resist an attempt at controlling them, and special types of Voidlings will completely resist this minor technique. Please note that physical contact is required to begin a takeover.
Estimated maximum number of controlled Void-borns: 6 (-1 due to True Bond)
Shadow: Eruption (Adept)
A technique born out of the User's bloodlust and desire to improve. With Eruption now reaching a new rank, its potential is finally unleashed. From now on, no enemy is safe from you, no matter where they hide. Shadows see everything. Please note that this technique can be made stronger by negative emotions.
Shadow: Creation (Adept)
A technique born thanks to the User's relentless practice and the will to improve. Creation is the base of anything in the Universe, and now the shadows are ready to be born stronger than before. The User's current mastery improves the quality and the speed at which the constructs are created even further. Additionally, a direct connection to the creator is no longer necessary.
Items in possession:
Valron Coverage (Uncommon):
A Spectral Inscription item made by a skilled craftsman. Created using Valron ore and Runic Essence. Thanks to its new wielder, Valron Coverage has returned to its prime.
Effect: Chosen body part becomes significantly more resilient, almost doubling its toughness.
Active: Valron Protection - Channel Essence to create a protective layer of spectral skin over the chosen area. This ability can be maintained indefinitely as long as the User possesses Essence.
Area of Use: Any single place on the User's body
Poison Core (Uncommon):
A very basic beast core harvested from a level sixteen Ameist Queen. This item can be used in a wide variety of jobs. Additionally, it can also provide help to Users who want to deepen their connection to Poison affinity. Please be warned that affinity cores can easily destabilize and lose their value.
Inferior Eternal Heart (Uncommon):
Some creatures and entities of the Void don't require much to survive; sometimes, a heart is all they need. All Eternal Hearts are highly sought by all kinds of alchemists and cooks. Despite that, this item can be eaten raw for a chance of gaining a small permanent increase in base attributes.
Cloak of True Night (Epic):
A cloak created by the System's Advancement Token. Made out of pure darkness, this item will always lend a hand to Users who control said element. This cloak will automatically adjust to the User's size and make them almost invisible in the dark. Additionally, the cowl will obscure the User's face at any distance. As an item made out of pure affinity, it will slowly repair after taking damage.
Notice: This item can only be upgraded with the System's advancement tokens.
Install: Spark of the Void (Radiant):
Created as the result of combining a lower-grade origin item and the influence of an Old One's shard. With each step you make, your connection to the Void grows stronger. Its power, wild and destructive, is waiting for you. Make sure you don't lose your way.
Limit Break: +15 Might, Vision, and Grace. Grants technique Void: Minor Takeover. The true power of the Void fills your soul.
Passive: Third Circle - Locked. Soulbound - Cannot be removed by traditional means.