"You're back already, Mav? I'm impressed. You finished this book in less than a week?" Mina said, holding up Daimoniki I.

"Yeah, I was hoping to study it longer, but something came up."

Mav had wanted to study the book more, but after reviewing all the information, he realized all the Daimoniki there were now too weak for his current skill levels. However, returning the book wasn’t his only goal.

"I actually need to talk to you about something important. Can we talk in private?"

Mina, noticing Mav's serious expression, agreed. "Alright, let's talk while I put this back on the shelf."

"Sounds good to me"

"Grafon, can you handle things here for a bit?" Mina called to her brother, who was busy with a library card.

"Sure thing, sis," Grafon replied, giving a thumbs up without looking up.

"Thanks. Come on, Mav," she said, leading the way.

As they walked through the aisles, their footsteps were muffled by the carpeted floor. The smell of old paper and polished wood filled the air, mingling with a faint scent of ink and leather bindings.

Mina's fingers brushed the spines of the books as she walked, drawing comfort from their presence. The dim lighting cast a warm glow over the shelves, creating a serene atmosphere. It was easy to get lost in this labyrinth of knowledge, where each book held secrets waiting to be discovered.

The soft thud of their footsteps was occasionally interrupted by a creak from the library’s ancient floorboards. Mav couldn't shake off the nagging feeling that time was running short. The library's silence seemed almost too loud, amplifying his growing anxiety.

"So, what did you want to talk about?" she asked, glancing at Mav. "You seem serious."

Mav's eyes flickered with urgency. "It's crucial. I’ve stumbled upon something that might be a threat to the village."

Mina raised an eyebrow, sensing the gravity in his tone. "You've read all the books on Daimoniki, right?" he asked.

"Yeah, why?"

"I need to know about a Daimoniki called Fighter Gorilla," he said, recalling Organos' words.

Mina thought for a moment. "I remember. They're in Daimoniki III. We're almost there."

When they reached the section, Mina slid Daimoniki I back onto the shelf and grabbed Daimoniki III. Mav watched her with admiration, appreciating her dedication to books.

"Let's find an empty table. It's hard to read while standing," she said, smiling.

"Sure, let me carry that for you," Mav offered, taking the book from her.

"Thanks, Mav."

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They found an empty table in a secluded corner. Mav pulled out a chair for Mina, feeling chivalrous, and she gave him a grateful smile as she sat down. Then, she opened the book, flipping through the pages with practiced ease.

"Don't tell me you've memorized all these books too?" he asked, impressed.

"You got it," Mina said smugly.

"Your family is impressive. Both you and your brother have amazing memories," he said, wondering what it was like to recall details from hundreds of books with ease.

"If you're impressed by us, you'd be even more so by our parents. But I'll tell you about them another time. You seem to be in a hurry," she said, sliding the open book to Mav. "Now, I'll leave you to read in peace."

But before she could leave, Mav grabbed her hand. "Wait, I still need to ask you something after I read this."

"Sure, just tell me when you're done," she said, sitting back down.

Mav started reading the page:

Name: Fighter Gorilla

Appearance: Fighter Gorillas have broad chests and shoulders, large human-like hands, and small eyes set into hairless faces. Their bodies are filled with muscles, making them physically strong. They are covered with black hair.

Habitat: Fighter Gorillas favor forests, particularly those with varied types of Daimoniki. They prefer areas covered in trees and mostly live in Pyknos Forest due to the thick trees and abundance of Daimoniki as food.

"Where’s Pyknos Forest?" Mav asked, turning to Mina.

Mina looked surprised. "You don’t know? It’s a well-known place."

"I really don’t know."

"Pyknos Forest is a huge forest, thick with trees. It’s located far away, almost at the edge of our kingdom. It’s extremely dangerous, teeming with strong Daimoniki. Only those with Advanced level skills and in parties of four are allowed to go there. The drops from the Daimoniki there are extremely rare and valuable, making it an attractive hunting ground for Flame Users," Mina explained.

Mav thought about his skills. "I wonder how much I could level up there? If the drops are good, maybe I could hunt there to afford high-tier mana potions," he pondered. But he focused back on the important issue. "If Fighter Gorillas mostly live there, then what was one doing near our village?" he wondered.

"Do Fighter Gorillas ever wander to other forests?" he asked.

Mina leaned back, considering the complexities of Daimoniki behavior. "They are deeply territorial creatures, each type adapted to its specific environment. Migration would mean venturing into unfamiliar territories, facing unknown threats. It’s a rare occurrence unless something significant disrupts their habitat."

"I see. Thanks, Mina," he said, returning to the page.

Diet: Humans, Daimoniki, Fruits, Vegetables.

Flame Affinity: Yellow Flame

"As expected, no affinity for Blue Flame or Green Flame. What's wrong with that one Fighter Gorilla?" he thought, confused.

"Hey Mina, are there any Daimoniki that can use three flame types?" he asked again.

"As far as I know, they can only have affinities on upto two flames, and even those are the strongest types of Daimoniki."

The anomaly puzzled him deeply. If the Fighter Gorilla had no natural affinity for Blue or Green Flames, its behavior was a glaring inconsistency. Was it an isolated case of evolution or adaptation? Or was there something more sinister at play, something that could affect other Daimoniki as well? The questions swirled in his mind, making the mystery even more intriguing.

Mav continued reading:

Attack Pattern: When targeting an enemy, Fighter Gorillas coat their entire bodies with Yellow Flame and immediately charge with their thick shoulders. If they miss their target, they switch to close combat, where they excel.

General Advice: Yellow Flame Users should avoid close combat with Fighter Gorillas, as these Daimoniki excel in mixing strangulation techniques with martial arts. Therefore, it is advisable to attack them instead from long range, making Red Flame Users the better choice for dealing with them.

Mav pondered this information. "Can I somehow use my Dark Red Nuke to defeat that Fighter Gorilla?" he wondered.