Eight days have passed since the first sighting of the Sky Whale, which means around 190 hours have gone by, more or less.

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We've spent half the time limit preparing for something we don't even know will be successful. I helped Lain and Kaku, but truth be told, most of the work was done by those two. I don't even know how they managed to gather this many people in just a mere eight days, but that's not my concern. What I need to focus on is how to make these hundreds—no, thousands—of people listen to me.

I used my "Appraisal" to gather data on everyone's names, creativity levels, and, of course, their skills. The results were incredibly diverse, but around three-quarters of them had developed offensive skills and had higher creativity stats than me. Does this mean Kaku thinks magic will be the best way to deal with the Sky Whale?

The rest might have lower creativity, but most of them have strong skills focused on their physique. After thorough searching and questioning them about it, it became clear that their abilities revolve around physically damaging opponent.

Kaku's strategy seemed to hinge on the idea that magic would be our best weapon against the Sky Whale. This made sense, given the sheer power and versatility of magic compared to physical attacks. However, we couldn't dismiss the strength of those with physical abilities. We needed every advantage we could get.

With this in mind, we divided our forces into two main groups: the Magicians and the Warriors. The Magicians, with their higher creativity and offensive skills, would focus on casting powerful spells to damage the Sky Whale from a distance. The Warriors, equipped with formidable physical skills, would act as our frontline defense, ready to strike if the Sky Whale descended lower.

Stella, with her exceptionally high creativity, took charge of training the Magicians. She pushed them to refine their spells and synchronize their attacks for maximum impact. I watched as they practiced, the air crackling with energy as fireballs, ice shards, and lightning bolts filled the sky. It was both awe-inspiring and terrifying to see such raw power.

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Lain, with his hero-like charisma and skills, led the Warriors, drilling them in combat techniques and formations. Their training was grueling but necessary. Each warrior pushed their limits, knowing that their strength could be the difference between survival and destruction.

Meanwhile, Kaku, a shrewd businessman, used his organizational skills to manage resources and logistics. He coordinated the procurement of supplies, ensured everyone had what they needed, and kept morale high. It was thanks to his efforts that we had gathered such a large and diverse group in just eight days.

As for me, I was just a nobody. My appraisal skill was my only notable asset, and I used it to gather data on everyone's names, creativity levels, and skills. This information was invaluable in identifying each person's strengths and weaknesses, allowing us to assign roles more effectively. It was exhausting work, but the stakes were too high for me to slack off.

In the midst of all this, I found myself constantly checking the countdown timer.

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Time was slipping away faster than I liked. Every moment spent training was a moment closer to our inevitable confrontation with the Sky Whale. Doubts gnawed at the back of my mind—were we truly ready for this? Could we really take down such a colossal creature?

But there was no room for hesitation. We had to be prepared, no matter what. I kept reminding myself that our only option was to succeed. Failure meant the Sky Whale would rampage the land, and countless lives would be lost.

As the days passed, our forces grew stronger. The Magicians, under Stella's guidance, perfected their spells, creating devastating combinations that could pierce the Sky Whale's defenses. The Warriors, led by Lain, honed their skills, becoming a formidable force ready to protect the Magicians and strike when the moment was right.

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With only three days left, tension hung in the air like a thick fog. We gathered for a final strategy meeting, everyone's faces grim but determined. Stella, Lain, and Kaku outlined our plan, detailing the coordinated attacks and defensive maneuvers we'd employ.

"Remember," Kaku said, his voice steady and commanding, "we fight not just for ourselves, but for everyone who can't. We cannot afford to fail."

Nods of agreement rippled through the crowd. We all understood the gravity of the situation. This was more than a battle; it was a fight for our very survival.

As we broke from the meeting, I took a moment to look at the sky. The stars were faint, hidden behind a veil of clouds. Somewhere up there, the Sky Whale was waiting, a looming threat against our world.

Just wait for us, Sky Whale. We're coming for you.