“This is the zone where I was planning on farming monsters. Thus, before returning, we’ll camp here for the next two months.”
“What will I do?” said Timmy.
“You can just follow my lead. Someone in the guild told me there should be a nearby dungeon.”
“Can I come with you to the dungeon?”
“Zone 2 dungeons might still be too much for you, so wait here for me to return. It should take me about two to four days. At the same time I'm inside, you can go back to the level 1 zone and fight beasts there to level up. I expect you to be at least level 5 when I return.”
“Okay, good luck, Knox.”
“Thanks, you too.”
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Knox took a deep breath and stepped into the entrance of the dungeon. The air inside was damp and musty, and the darkness was almost suffocating. He encountered many obstacles and monsters as he made his way deeper into the dungeon. He fought bravely and skillfully, using his experience and training to his advantage. Despite the danger, he remained focused on his mission, determined to complete it no matter what.
As Knox delved deeper into the dungeon, the monsters grew stronger and the obstacles more challenging. He had to be careful and strategic in his moves to avoid traps and ambushes. Nevertheless, he persevered, knowing that the reward at the end would be worth the effort.
Finally, after several days of intense battles, Knox reached the dungeon's heart. There, he saw a single scroll guarded by a powerful boss monster. The ogre was twice the size of a man and wielded a massive club that swung with devastating force. Its thick hide made it nearly impervious to most attacks, but Knox could use his agility and intelligence to outmaneuver and outsmart the ogre. Knox guessed that the creature was at least level 15 or higher.
During the fight with the ogre, Knox had to be very careful and strategic in his moves to avoid the massive club wielded by the beast. The ogre's thick hide made it difficult for Knox to inflict significant damage, so he had to rely on his agility and intelligence to outmaneuver and outsmart the ogre.
Knox used his fists to strike at the ogre's weak spots and used the terrain to his advantage, dodging behind pillars and rocks to avoid the ogre's attacks.
The battle was long and grueling, with Knox and the ogre trading blows. The ogre's club was devastating, and Knox was knocked to the ground several times. However, he refused to give up and continued fighting with all his might.
Finally, after hours, Knox struck a critical blow that knocked the ogre off balance. He followed up with a series of quick strikes that brought the beast to its knees. He ended the ogre's life with one final blow and claimed the scroll that the beast guarded.
He began to read the skill scroll, and his eyes widened in amazement as he discovered its purpose. It was a skill that allowed him to cast a ball of acid. The ball's size is based on the amount of mana infused with it. He hurriedly claimed the skill. He went to look in his menu when he realized he had leveled up three times because of all the monsters he had to kill to get there.
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Level: 12
Titles:
None
Achievements:
None
Skills:
Double Tap: Makes any hit, hit twice. Uses 5 Mana per use
Goblin rage: Increases all stats by 5. Uses 1 Mana per second.
Acid Manipulation: Cast a ball of acid. Uses Mana based on size.
Stat Points Available: 15
Speed; 20
Strength; 14
Endurance; 10
Durability; 10
Mind; 9
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The skill was a game-changer for Knox. Being able to summon acid was an ability that was too strong to give up. He also realized that he had stat points available. Knox determined that he should spread them across his stats.
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Level: 12
Titles:
None
Achievements:
None
Skills:
Double Tap: Makes any hit, hit twice. Uses 5 Mana per use
Goblin rage: Increases all stats by 5. Uses 1 Mana per second.
Acid Manipulation: Cast a ball of acid. Uses Mana based on size.
Stat Points Available: 0
Speed; 20
Strength; 15
Endurance; 15
Durability; 15
Mind; 13
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Knox emerged from the dungeon, his senses heightened by the stark contrast between the dank, dimly lit interior and the bright, sun-drenched world outside. A cool breeze brushed against his face, carrying with it the scent of freshly bloomed wildflowers and the distant chirping of birds. He inhaled deeply, savoring the crisp freshness of the air, and felt the weight of the long, grueling battle slowly dissipate from his muscles.
The journey back to the campsite where he had left Timmy proved to be a welcome break from the enclosed, claustrophobic space of the dungeon. The scenery around him was breathtaking, with towering trees, rolling hills, and winding streams that sparkled in the sunlight. He couldn't help but marvel at the beauty of the world around him, which he had been too focused on his mission to appreciate during his descent into the dungeon.
As he walked, Knox felt his mind racing with thoughts of the powerful new skill he had acquired. He couldn't wait to try it out. He envisioned himself unleashing the scorching ball of acid on his enemies and felt a surge of excitement course through his veins.
As he approached the campsite, Knox spotted Timmy sitting by the fire pit, his eyes glued to the ground. Upon seeing Knox, Timmy jumped up, a look of relief washing over his face.
"Knox, you're back!" he exclaimed. "Did you find anything?"
Knox grinned. "I found something better than I could have hoped for. I found a skill scroll, and it’s really powerful,” he said smugly.
Timmy looked at the scroll, his eyes widening in awe. "That's amazing!" he said. "What does it do?"
Knox explained the details of the skill, and Timmy listened with rapt attention. Knox felt a sense of camaraderie and connection with Timmy as they talked.
“Did you level up?” Knox asked
“Yeah! I’m level 6 now.”
“That’s great. How about we train a bit before dinner?”
“Sure!” Timmy answered as enthusiastically as ever.
As the night wore on, Knox and Timmy sat around the fire, roasting meat they had hunted earlier in the day. They talked about their plans for the future and the adventures ahead. Knox shared some of his knowledge and experience with Timmy, teaching him how to use his environment to his advantage in a fight. As the night grew darker, Knox noticed that Timmy was getting tired. He suggested that they get some rest, knowing they had a long day ahead in the morning. They retired to their tent, and Knox settled in for a well-deserved rest. He closed his eyes, feeling the warmth of the fire still lingering on his skin. He was content, knowing he had accomplished his goal and gained valuable experience. As he drifted off to sleep, he couldn't help but think about the adventures ahead and the possibilities that awaited him. He was excited for what the future held, and he knew that he was ready for whatever challenges came his way.