I give my utmost effort to harness my rank F affinity with the dark element to its fullest potential. First and foremost, I want to fully understand how to use this powerful force to my advantage. I reflect on the time when I managed to absorb poison with Zelinda's help in my dream. I must remember those sensations and apply them to my dark mana.

I concentrate intensely, allowing my dark mana to well up from within me. I watch in awe as it changes color, transforming into a deep black. I feel its power enveloping me, intense and heavy.

And now it's time to put my new abilities to the test. I utter the spells I have learned, such as "Mana Ball," but this time the result is completely different. The ball that forms in my hands is of an intense black, emanating a dark aura. I can sense greater power behind the spell, but I also notice that the ball moves slower than usual.

I decide to experiment with "Mana Arrows," but I realize that they have become heavier and their flight is slowed. Although they are more powerful, I understand that they might be less useful in combat, as enemies would have more time to evade or block them.

Therefore, I focus on "Mana Chains," a spell that was previously less potent but could be enhanced due to my affinity for darkness. The chains materialize between my hands, but I notice that they are much more solid and resistant than before. I am able to control them with astonishing precision and realize that they could be useful for immobilizing enemies during combat.

Despite the slowness of the mana arrows, I realize that my new dark power can be exploited in creative ways. I can use their reduced speed to my advantage, such as creating a trap or combining the spell with other abilities to strike the enemy from different angles.

I realize that I still have much to learn and experiment with to fully grasp the potential of my affinity with darkness. I am ready to train diligently and refine my spell, striving to balance the power of my dark mana with the need for speed and agility in my spells.

I venture into the forest as night falls, aware of the dangers lurking among the trees. I know it is risky to go alone, especially at night, but I have confidence in my abilities and the dark power I possess. I am determined to test my spelland prove that I can face even the most dangerous monsters.

As I make my way through the trees, I come across several rank F monsters. At first, they are just coursing rabbits, harmless and timid creatures. I easily dispatch them, utilizing my spell infused with my dark mana to cast rapid and effective spells. The rabbits are defeated without offering any resistance.

I continue on my path and encounter a group of goblins. They are more dangerous and cunning creatures, but my determination and abilities do not waver. I approach the group of goblins with confidence, knowing that my dark mana will provide me with the strength and power I need.

With dexterity, I use offensive and defensive spells to defeat the goblins one by one. My dark magic manifests as dark explosions and intense mana projectiles. The goblins attempt to counterattack, but my mastery of the dark abilities allows me to anticipate and dodge their attacks.

Despite being in a group, I manage to defeat the goblins with relative ease. My combination of dark power and precision proves to be an invaluable advantage against these enemies. Soon, the goblins lie defeated on the ground, unable to offer any further resistance.

I find myself facing a group of three orcs, massive and powerful creatures. I am aware that this will be a challenging encounter, but I am ready to face the challenge.

I take a deep breath and focus on my dark mana, feeling it flow through my body. The orcs approach, emitting menacing grunts, ready to strike me with their heavy weapons.

I use my ability to manipulate dark mana to create a protective shield around me, absorbing some of the energy from the impending attacks. As the orcs launch their assault, I skillfully manage to evade their weapons, utilizing my agility and mastery of dark mana to move swiftly and precisely.

With a quick movement, I hurl a ball of dark mana towards the first orc, hitting it squarely in the chest. The dark energy spreads through its body, weakening it. As the orc staggers, I move on to the next action.

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I use my dark mana control abilities to create dark chains that wrap around the legs of the second orc, trapping it and preventing it from moving. I take advantage of this opportunity to focus my attack on the third orc.

I unleash a series of dark mana arrows towards the third orc, targeting its vulnerable areas. The arrows move with surprising speed, majestic in their darkness. They strike the orc with precision, inflicting deep wounds.

Despite the orcs' strength and resilience, my mastery of dark mana and combat strategy prove to be a crucial advantage. I continue to evade the orcs' attacks, utilizing their slowness to counterattack with power and precision.

As the battle intensifies, I realize that I must fully harness my dark power. I concentrate, channeling my dark mana into a concentrated energy spell. I unleash a dark beam towards the first orc, hitting it squarely in the chest. The dark energy penetrates its body, causing a devastating explosion of energy.

The orc falls to the ground, lifeless. The remaining two orcs, intimidated by my dark power, show signs of hesitation. I take advantage of this uncertainty to increase my pressure, continuing to unleash dark and precise attacks.

With one final effort, I manage to defeat the second orc as well. Only one of the three orcs remains standing, now exhausted and frightened. I advance towards him with determination, my dark mana emanating an aura of power.

I feel a mix of emotions: satisfaction for winning the battle, but also a deep awareness of the dark power I possess. As the orc falls to the ground, defeated, I realize that my mastery of dark mana has allowed me to overcome this challenge.

I decide to use my rank C affinity to empower Argenius. I am aware that this will be a risky endeavor, but I am ready to take control of my dark power and harness it for the benefit of my familiar.

I focus on my dark mana, feeling the flow of energy through me. I channel this potent force into Argenius's skeleton, allowing my dark mana to merge with his silver bones. As the dark energy spreads through his body, his silver bones turn black, a symbol of the dark power that permeates them.

Argenius's stats undergo a tremendous growth, increasing fourfold compared to his original state. He now possesses incredible strength and resilience, far surpassing his previous form. The dark energy flowing through him makes him an even deadlier creature.

With my empowered familiar, I venture into a new encounter with the orcs. My mastery of dark power and Argenius's newfound strength are unstoppable. I defeat one orc after another, my dark blade cutting through their armor and my reinforced skeleton easily withstanding their attacks.

Before the empowerment, defeating even a single orc seemed like an insurmountable challenge. But now, thanks to my dark mana and my innate affinity, the orcs are no longer a threat to me. I face the battle with renewed confidence, knowing that I can overcome any obstacle with the dark power I possess.

Looking at the battlefield strewn with defeated orcs, I feel a mix of gratitude and satisfaction. I have proven to myself that I can harness my dark potential and overcome the most difficult challenges. My bond with Argenius has been strengthened, and together we form an unstoppable duo.

I venture into the forest with my empowered familiar Argenius, eager to hunt monsters and further fuel his strength. I am aware that the price of the cores is high, but I have decided to offer them to Argenius to allow him to grow even further.

I approach my loyal skeletal companion, holding the cores of the defeated monsters in my hands. The pulsating dark energy within them seems to resonate with the dark power that permeates Argenius. With a determined gesture, I offer the cores to Argenius, allowing him to absorb their power.

Argenius eagerly accepts the cores, devouring them with hunger and thirst. As he consumes them, I can sense an intense energy spreading through his black skeleton. His bones vibrate with even greater power as Argenius feeds on the dark power of the cores.

With each core swallowed, Argenius's strength amplifies. His skeletal musculature strengthens, his endurance increases, and his dark aura intensifies. Argenius transforms into an even deadlier creature, ready to face enemies of greater power.

I observe with pride the enhancement of Argenius, recognizing our ever-stronger bond. My sacrifice in offering the cores has been repaid with incredible growth in the power of my skeletal familiar.

I decide to continue our hunt for monsters, maximizing the power of Argenius and my affinity with darkness. Together, we are a formidable and invincible force, ready to overcome any challenge the forest presents us.

As we advance, hunting and defeating increasingly powerful monsters, we accumulate new cores, and Argenius feasts on their power.

I am aware that each core swallowed by Argenius fuels our journey towards greatness. We are destined to become a formidable force, ready to fight any enemy that dares to cross our path. The dark power that flows within us guides us toward triumph and absolute dominance.

As I return to the academy, I reflect on my nocturnal adventure and the importance of continuing to develop my skills. I am aware that there will be increasingly challenging trials to face, but I am ready to confront them with determination and confidence in my dark power.