In the morning, in the forest, standing outside a small cave, it seemed Zealot had stumbled upon an F-Class Dungeon.
[You have discovered an F-Class Dungeon!]
[Requirement Level: 20+]
[Warning: You are underleveled. Entry is not recommended.]
‘Well, there's no rush. I'll come back once my level is higher.’
As the morning sun peeked through the trees, casting dappled light across the forest floor, Zealot made his way deeper into the woods. He needed to level up to reach level 20 and safely enter the F-Class Dungeon he had discovered earlier. The forest was vast and teeming with creatures of varying difficulty levels, making it an ideal place for him to farm monsters and gain experience.
It wasn’t long before Zealot encountered his first group of monsters: Giant Yellow Chickens. These human-sized birds, though initially intimidating due to their size, appeared to be relatively manageable and offered a good opportunity for Zealot to farm and earn valuable experience points.
[Name: Giant Yellow Chicken]
[Level: 15 - 25]
‘Giant Yellow Chickens, huh? From what I remember in the novel, they are known for their agility and powerful beak attacks. Although they are quick and deal considerable damage, they have a notable weakness: low defense. It makes sense since their soft feathers don’t provide much protection.’
There were roughly eight Giant Chickens grouped together. Engaging them all at once would be reckless, so the best strategy was to draw them out one by one. Zealot had already collected around ten to fifteen stones and planned to throw at each Giant Chicken individually to aggro them and lure them toward him.
Zealot took a moment to warm up, stretch, and focus on his plan. The morning sun cast a soft light through the trees, creating a serene atmosphere that contrasted with the upcoming battle. His heart raced as he prepared himself for the first encounter.
With a stone in hand, he aimed carefully and threw it at the closest Giant Yellow Chicken. The stone struck the creature, causing it to squawk in surprise and turn its attention toward Zealot. The chicken charged at him, its beak ready to strike.
‘Ha! Gotcha! Excellent, everything is going according to plan,’ he thought.
CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO!
CHARGE!
EYES OF TRUTH!
Zealot swiftly dodged the attack, his agility enabling him to evade the chicken's beak while his extraordinary ability to read its mind allowed him to anticipate every move. With precision, he countered with swift strikes of his own, delivering precise punches to the creature's side with his fists.
SQUAWK!
The chicken squawked in pain and attempted to retaliate, but Zealot was always one step ahead. He read the chicken's intentions and moved out of harm's way, maintaining his focus and agility.
The chicken tried to outmaneuver him, flapping its wings and charging forward, but Zealot knew what was coming. He dodged with ease and responded with swift, powerful jabs. Each strike drained the creature's energy, and it struggled to keep up with Zealot's relentless assault.
PUNCH!
With one final, well-timed punch to the chicken's chest, Zealot subdued the creature. The chicken stumbled back and eventually fell to the ground, its strength waning as its squawks grew weaker. In the end, it died, and Zealot stood victorious, having defeated the creature with his speed, skill, and ability to read its movements.
[You have slain a Level 16 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
‘Nice! One down! Seven more chickens to go,’ he thought.
After slaying his first Giant Yellow Chicken, he took a moment to catch his breath and gather his thoughts. The combination of his agility, combat skills, and the use of his mind-reading skill allowed him to defeat the creature without sustaining any significant damage.
With his confidence bolstered, he turned his attention to the remaining Giant Yellow Chickens. He still had seven more to deal with, and he planned to continue his strategy of drawing them out one by one using the stones he had collected.
Taking a deep breath to steady himself, Zealot grabbed another stone and prepared to engage the next Giant Yellow Chicken. He aimed carefully and threw the stone at the nearest creature. Just like before, the stone struck the chicken, provoking it into charging toward him with an aggressive squawk.
SQUAWK!
CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO!
CHARGE!
‘Perfect! Now come to daddy!’
This time, Zealot remained focused and ready, anticipating the chicken's attack. As the creature closed in, he dodged its initial strike and immediately countered with a combination of punches and kicks. His movements were precise and efficient, taking advantage of the chicken's low defense.
PUNCH! KICK! UPPERCUT!
SQUAWK!
The chicken attempted to strike back, but Zealot's agility allowed him to evade its attacks with ease. He continued to read the creature's movements using his Eyes of Truth skill, staying one step ahead of it throughout the fight.
DODGE!
After a series of quick strikes, Zealot managed to defeat the second Giant Yellow Chicken. The creature stumbled and fell to the ground, defeated.
[You have slain a Level 18 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
[You have leveled up!]
[Level: 17 >> 18]
‘Sweet, just two more levels to go!’
[Strength: 65 >> 70]
With each successful battle, Zealot felt himself growing stronger and more confident. The experience points he gained from killing the Giant Yellow Chickens helped him inch closer to his goal of reaching Level 20.
CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO! CLUCKOO!
SQUAWK!
After a series of battles, Zealot successfully slain all of the Giant Yellow Chickens in the area. He stood amidst the aftermath of the battles, catching his breath and taking a moment to appreciate his progress. “Huff! Huff! Huff!”
[You have slain a Level 18 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
[You have slain a Level 16 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
[You have slain a Level 15 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
[You have slain a Level 15 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
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[You have slain a Level 19 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
[You have slain a Level 17 Giant Yellow Chicken!]
With the chickens defeated, he checked his status window once more to view how much experience he had gained.
[You have leveled up!]
[Level: 18 >> 19]]
"Almost there! Just one more level, and I'll be able to unlock Class Selection," he exclaimed to himself with excitement.
[Strength: 70 >> 75]
After sufficient rest, he got up and surveyed his surroundings, considering his next move. He needed to find another group of monsters to battle and earn the last bit of experience points required to reach level 20.
‘Alright, let's get to Level 20 today.’ As he wandered through the forest, he kept his senses sharp, ready for any threat or opportunity that might come his way. The cool morning air carried the sounds of rustling leaves and distant animal calls, creating an ambiance of serene wildness.
Eventually, he stumbled upon another group of monsters: Fanged Wild Boars, known for their aggressive nature, toughness, and powerful charges. These boars ranged in level from 20 to 26, offering Zealot a greater challenge than the chickens but also a chance to earn more experience points per fight.
[Name: Fanged Wild Boar]
[Level: 20 - 26]
‘Killing one Fanged Wild Boar should grant me enough experience to reach level 20. It's the perfect opportunity to push myself and level up in one go.’
With newfound determination, Zealot readied himself for the encounter with the Fanged Wild Boars. He studied the group from a distance, noting their behavior and patterns. The boars moved swiftly and aggressively, their large fangs glinting in the sunlight. This would be a true test of his combat abilities.
To avoid being overwhelmed, he decided to separate one boar from the group. Retrieving a stone from his pocket, he hurled it at one of the boars, catching its attention. The boar turned toward him, its eyes blazing with fury as it charged in his direction.
OINK! OINK! OINK!
‘Fortunately, these monsters are dumb; they don’t even realize that one of their own has taken the bait,’ he thought.
Zealot braced himself, ready to dodge the boar's initial attack. He sidestepped the charging creature at the last moment, narrowly avoiding its sharp tusks. The ground trembled beneath him as the boar skidded to a stop and quickly turned around for another charge.
This time, Zealot struck first, using his speed and agility to land a series of powerful punches and kicks on the boar. He aimed for its vulnerable spots, trying to weaken it as quickly as possible. The boar retaliated with fierce swipes of its tusks, but Zealot managed to stay one step ahead.
PUNCH! KICK! JAB!
OINK!
The battle was intense, with both Zealot and the boar giving it their all. Zealot relied on his combat skills and strategic thinking to wear down the boar. He continued to dodge its attacks and strike back with precision, chipping away at its health.
‘Tch! What a tough guy! It must have exceptionally high defense stats for sure.’
After a grueling battle, Zealot delivered a decisive blow to the boar's head, causing it to stagger and collapse. The monster let out one last roar before falling silent, defeated.
ROAR—!
THUD!
[You have slain a Level 22 Fanged Wild Boar!]
[You have leveled up!]
[Level: 19 >> 20]
[Main Quest Completed!]
[Reward: Class Selection Unlocked!]
The notification appeared before him, signaling his achievement of reaching level 20 and completing the Main Quest. He couldn't help but smile, knowing he had finally reached his goal. With this new level, he could now unlock the Class Selection, a significant milestone that would shape his future adventures.
"Yes! I've finally made it to level 20!" He exclaimed, his voice filled with excitement.
He took a moment to catch his breath and wiped the sweat from his brow, feeling a sense of satisfaction. “Jeez… That was one hell of a fight... Alright, now it's time to see what kind of class I can select."
Right away, he accessed his system interface to begin the Class Selection process. He eagerly anticipated the options that would be presented to him, knowing that his choice would determine his role and future in this world.
[Class Selection!]
[Choose your class:]
1. Warrior: A master of melee combat, specializing in strength and resilience. Warriors excel in close-range battles, using a variety of weapons to defeat their enemies.
2. Mage/Magician: A master of magic, wielding elemental and arcane spells. Mages are known for their intelligence and ranged attacks, capable of devastating foes from a distance.
3. Rogue/Assassin: A master of stealth and precision, skilled in agility and dexterity. Rogues excel in hit-and-run tactics and sneak attacks, making them deadly opponents in one-on-one combat.
4. Cleric/Healer: A master of healing and support, capable of using holy magic to aid allies and protect them from harm. Priests excel in providing buffs and debuffs during battles.
5. Archer/Ranger: A master of ranged combat, specializing in bows and other long-range weapons. Rangers excel in hit-and-run tactics and are skilled trackers and hunters.
6. Summoner: A master of summoning creatures to aid in battle. Summoners can call forth a variety of beings to fight alongside them and offer versatility in combat.
7. Necromancer: A master of dark magic, specializing in summoning undead minions and manipulating life and death. Necromancers excel in crowd control and can drain enemies’ life force to bolster their own power, making them formidable opponents in sustained combat.
8. Classless: A master of all trades, combining skills from all classes for maximum adaptability. Classless can learn any skill but lack class-specific stat bonuses from equipment. Despite this, they excel in flexible and creative combat strategies.
‘Classless? This is the first time I've seen such a class… Hmm, did the system just add it recently?’ he thought.
The Classless option allows players to learn skills from all classes, offering unparalleled versatility in combat. One can combine abilities from melee, magic, stealth, healing, and ranged attacks for a unique playstyle. However, one does not gain class-specific stat bonuses from equipping weapons, accessories and armor, which may impact combat effectiveness. Despite this drawback, the Classless option is an excellent choice for players who value adaptability and experimentation.
Zealot took a moment to consider each class, weighing the pros and cons of each option. He knew that his choice would have a significant impact on his future path and how he approached challenges.
After careful consideration, he made his decision, selecting the class that aligned best with his strengths and desired playstyle.
‘If I choose Classless, I'll enjoy greater freedom and creativity instead of being limited to one specific class... Alright, I've made up my mind, let’s go with Classless.’
As he confirmed his choice of the Classless class, the system acknowledged his selection, and he felt a surge of energy coursing through him as his new class took effect.
BLINK!
The world around him seemed to shift subtly, as though he was now seeing things in a different light. He could feel his senses sharpening and his understanding of various combat techniques expanding. His mind opened up to the possibilities of combining different classes' skills to suit his playstyle.
[You have chosen Classless as your class!]
[You can now learn skills from all classes and freely combine them for a unique playstyle.]
[Class-specific stat bonuses from equipment will not be available for this class.]
[Welcome to a world of limitless potential!]
‘What a flexible class. I suppose I don’t even need to farm for powerful gear since weapons, armor, and accessories don’t benefit me, as equipping them doesn't provide any class stat bonuses.’
He grinned with excitement, realizing the immense possibilities ahead of him. He could now draw upon the abilities of warriors, mages, rogues, archers, summoners, and even necromancers. The path he had chosen would be challenging early on due to a lack of gear or equipment advantage, but its unmatched freedom and adaptability promised great success in the later stages of the game.
Ding!
[Class Trial Unlocked!]
[Would you like to begin your Class Trial now?]
[Reward: One random skill]
He was now faced with the decision of whether or not to begin the Class Trial right away.
The Class Trial would serve as a test of his potential abilities and his understanding of the class he had selected. Completing the trial would not only give him a random skill as a reward but also provide him with invaluable experience and insight into his new class.
Zealot considered the offer. He had just fought a series of battles and leveled up to 20. His body was still recovering from the strain of combat, but he felt confident and determined to take on the trial. However, for now, recovery was his first priority before starting anything else.
Fifteen minutes later…
After resting sufficiently, it was time to start the Class Trial. “Alright, let’s begin the Class Trial,” he confirmed to the system, ready to face the challenge ahead.
As soon as he made his decision, the forest around him seemed to shift. The trees blurred and faded, and he found himself in a completely different environment—a majestic fantasy Sky Fortress suspended among the clouds.
The ground beneath him was smooth and solid, surrounded by thick stone walls that offered a sense of ancient strength and protection. Above him, the blue sky was visible, a vast expanse that framed the mystical setting. The air held a faint, shimmering glow that seemed to originate from the stone itself, filling the space with an otherworldly ambiance.
"Whoa, what is this magical place? A floating sky fortress?” He was taken aback by the sight, trying to wrap his head around the incredible scene before him.