All the remaining Warriors in the area and field of the tutorial zone have exited.
Only the three of them remained.
Although it is unclear why White chose to remain in this hellish tutorial, Zia and Ash trusted his judgment.
Zia understands how her brother's mind works, and she knows that any decision he takes in any scenario, particularly during difficult times, would undoubtedly assist and benefit them in the long run.
Ash simply expects intriguing things to happen around those siblings, which is why he stayed.
"So, what are we gon' do moving forward?" Ash asked. As exciting as the situation might be, they're still walking into the tiger's den like begging to be killed.
He looked at White's nonchalant expression and tried to pry what he was thinking but gave up midway.
Without changing his facial expression , White asked "Have you played any RPG or MMO before?" then glanced at Ashley.
"Yes, why are you asking? "Ash responded, but seemed confused. 'Is that any sort of hint?' His mind was looking for something that would link the dots to the question.
Then something clicked. "Oh, are you referring to those-" then Zia and Ash spoke at the same time, "Events and Easter eggs?"
Zia and Ash exchanged intrigued glances as they said the same phrases at the same moment, causing White to chuckle.
White then cleared his throat and nodded.
" Though that is only my guess based on the current circumstances and conditions in which we are positioned right now," he said, knocking his hand against the Aether Crystal.
As if understanding what White was conveying, both of them felt at ease.
" No worries, I am confident your hypothesis is accurate. Because it's you we are talking about. " Zia winked.
" It's possible, won't argue with that. " Ash said.
While they were getting their stuff ready and buying what needed to be bought, Ash noticed that White was counting using his hand and seemed to be calculating something while looking at the shop.
"Are you eyeing about something?" he inquired.
White White was in his own world and didn't notice who was asking, then answered, "Yeah, about these accumulated points. Just think about how we'll wisely spend this and not waste any of it."
Ash understood, because there is a possibility that the points that they hold now will not be carried over after the tutorial ends. This urges him to do the same thing.
A few minutes have gone by, and the announcement arrives.
•[ Welcome! Warriors who stayed in the Tutorial Zone! ]•
•[The system will deeply examine your data before developing your final tutorial.]•
•[ Warrior White Alyan, Zia Alyan and Warrior Ashley Dianale, because of your continual outstanding feats that you have demonstrated from the beginning until the fifth wave, you shall be granted 'Full Recovery' along with additional System rewards.]•
"Huh? Full recovery?" White suddenly feels a little bit suspicious because of this particular word.
"Is there something wrong with that?" Zia inquired. "Isn't it
Zia couldn't comprehend why her brother was alarmed, so she said, "Isn't it great that we will be completely healed of all our wounds and fatigues?"
Ash answered her query, "The fact that the system is providing this also suggests that the following waves will be much harder than what we've experienced."
With the impending danger that they'll soon experience, White hurriedly says, "There's no time to waste. Let's plan for the worst."
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•[ Assessment complete! Final tutorial starts in 10 minutes! ]•
•[ This tutorial consists of three separate waves. On the other hand, the Aether Crystal will now be protected by a strong barrier. ]•
•[ Also, the tutorial will continue until all of the waves are completed. Good luck.]•
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" It's like going from a tower defense-like setting to a war of attrition. " Ash mumbled.
As a final note, White said his last instructions, " Alright, buy the rare-grade weapon that I told you guys about earlier in the shop and some uncommon armor. " As he was getting ready and equipping his gears, he asked "What can you buy with your remaining points?."
The first one to answer is Zia. She equipped her boots and said, "Maybe some spare swords? I like those but... dunno." She then grabs her thin looking weapon, which similarly looks like a rapier.
Through much deliberation, Zia temporarily settles with Rapier since it's much more suited with her current battle style, which is hit and run tactic. "Though I feel like there's a much better weapon than this one."
Ashley recalls a sort of blade that would be ideal for this child's fighting style, but he decided not to share this information with her as this weapon is also not available at the shop.
"I am ready to go, only lacking some points for that "thing" you talked about." Ash then responds, wrapping his hands in bandages and putting on the combat gloves and shin he purchased.
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"How about you? Also, have you bought the "thing" already?" Zia asked.
The thing they are talking about is the Storage Sense [SS].
It functions similarly to an inventory or storage box. It stores anything as long as it is not a living organism.
It's an exclusive skill that you can only buy within the tutorial, or so the shop says.
"Yes, I have already bought the skill, and don't worry, I'll make sure that both of you can also buy this skill before the end of the tutorial."
They then opened their Status Windows to check their growth before the final tutorial starts.
[ • Name: White Alyan • ]
[ • Class: Music Hero • ]
[ • Title: The One who overcome his Fears • ]
[ • Unique Trait: The Way of Music / Mahika ng Musika [Unknown] • ]
[ • Character Traits • ]
• Critical Thinker
• Imaginative
• Protective
[ • Innate Traits • ]
• Versatile
• Cold-blooded
• Rational
[ • Level: 15 • ]
• HP: 450/450
• ÆP: 550/550
[ • Exp : 3,271/14,518 • ]
[ • Stats • ]
Strength • 29[21]
Stamina • 28[17]
Agility • 33[18]
Intelligence • 34[7]
Dexterity • 31[9]
Resistance • 29[11]
Points Unused • 1
[ • Exclusive Skills • ]
• Storage Sense
[ • Active Skills • ]
• Beginner Skill : Stab [E] 5
• Beginner Skill : Slash [E] 2
• Minor Heal: [E] 4
• Quick Dash: [E] 3
• Concentration: [E] 2
• Backstab: [E] 3
[ • Passive Skills • ]
• Æ Absorption
• Perseverance
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[ • Name: Zia Alyan • ]
[ • Class: Magic Swordsman / Skrimador ng Mahika • ]
[ • Title: N/A • ]
[ • Unique Trait: The Master of Sorcery and Blades [Special] • ]
[ • Character Traits • ]
• Playful
• Brave
• Charismatic
[ • Innate Traits • ]
• Swordsmanship
• Leadership
[ • Level: 15 • ]
• HP: 445/445
• ÆP: 500/500
[ • Exp : 291/14,518 • ]
[ • Stats • ]
Strength • 20.4 [17]
Stamina • 22.4[7]
Agility • 23.4[6]
Intelligence • 29.4[15]
Dexterity • 21.4[7]
Resistance • 28.4[4]
Points Unused • 0
[ • Active Skills • ]
• Beginner Skill : Stab [E] 4
• Beginner Skill : Slash [E] 6
• Quick Dash: [E] 2
• Ice Touch: [E] 1
• Water Slash: [E] 1
• Water Bolt: [E] 1
[ • Passive Skills • ]
• Ice Element affinity
• Water Element Affinity
• Æ Absorption
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[ • Name: Ashley Dianale • ]
[ • Class: Martial Artist • ]
[ • Titles: Actions blessed by Heavens • ]
[ • Unique Trait: Kali Arts [Epic]• ]
[ • Character Traits • ]
• Adventurous
• Selfless
• Principled
[ • Innate Traits • ]
• Rational
• Versatile
[ • Level: 13 • ]
• HP: 385/385
• ÆP: 400/400
[ • Exp : 6,282/6,453• ]
[ • Stats • ]
Strength • 23 [ 7 ]
Stamina • 24 [ 6 ]
Agility • 21 [ 9 ]
Intelligence • 16 [ 4 ]
Dexterity • 16 [ 4 ]
Resistance • 21 [ 9 ]
Points Unused • 9
[ • Active Skills • ]
• Quick Dash [E] 5
• Blink [E] 4
• Concentration: [E] 5
[ • Passive Skills •]
• Æ Absorption
• [ First wave of The Final Tutorial, START! ]•
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From the same voided space, or let's just call it the Monster's Gate, where the monsters from the previous waves came out, a humanoid creature with bat-like wings attached to both its arms and its legs and feet like birds came out of it.
The beast's neck and shoulders were coated in black fur, and its claws appeared to be as razor-like as blades.
[ (Level 20): Wakwak ]
According to the old myths, The Wakwak is a vampiric, bird-like creature. Although in this case, it's humanoid with bird-like feet and bat-like wings while having a tongue that is longer than a ruler.
It is said to snatch humans at night as prey, similar to the Manananggal and the Ekek in rural areas of the Philippines.
The difference between the Manananggal and the Wakwak is that the Wakwak cannot separate its torso from its body while the Manananggal can.
Some believe the Wakwak is a form of vampire while other people contend that a Wakwak is a Philippine night bird associated with witches.
As the number of those [Wakwak] coming out in the Monster's Gate increases, the odd and sinister voice you hear from them becomes clearer as they slowly flap their wings and fly above the ground.
Zia counted the number of monsters that came out. " 1...2...3..4....9? "
" A total of 9. This is more manageable than the last waaa-... " White felt reassured by the minimal amount of opponents in front of them until
( Screeeeeeeeeeeekkkkkss!!!!!!!!! )
Suddenly, the [Wakwak] wailed in their way.
A strong gust of wind was then generated by their howl, and it caused multiple shockwaves that almost knocked the three of them back from where they were standing.
" ...-aaaveee but I guess not!!!! " The budding relief suddenly disappeared and was replaced by shock due to the sudden shockwave they received from the cry of [ Wakwak ].
"Arrghhh, my ear!!!" Zia cursed after experiencing the shockwave that gave her tinnitus-like sensations.
After the [ Wakwak ] screamed at the top of their lungs as their grand entrance, those monsters now flew directly to their location for the sole purpose of killing both of them.
" There's no time to waste! Dodge! "
White commanded them who were still holding and covering their ears.
Seeing that Zia could not hear him properly and did not move from her place, White could do nothing but pull her closer to him.
"SH*T! "
He pulled her firmly, making certain that his entire body wrapped around hers.
[ Wakwak ] almost gouged Zia's eye, but due to White's quick response, the sharp nails that nearly took Zia's eyesight ended up digging White's back.
" AaaAAAAArrghhhhhHHHH!!! "
The blood from White's back spattered across the whole area and appeared to leave a lengthy trail to the rolling siblings' location.
" Fffuu..Sh*t!!! " White was agonizing from the pain he was feeling after receiving [ Wakwak ]'s attack and bends over.
" WAAaaaaaaahhhhh!!!!!!!.... I'm Sorryy Kuyaaa!!! "
Zia burst into tears as she noticed the cut on White's back, and her eyes swollen.
" S-Shhhhh... I'm alrigght... Don't worry. I'm fine, see? " White comforted his sister as he immediately cast [ Minor Heal ] towards himself.
"We don't have time to mull over what just happened. If you want to recoup, prepare yourself for their next attack."
"Mhhmm! "
After nodding to White's statement, Zia was now boiling in anger, and it was directed at the [ Wakwak ]'s who were laughing at their current dire situation.