Nox was exhausted, physically and mentally, taking on that bear wasn’t the best idea but he wanted to prove something to himself. That he could stand his ground and defend himself. For now he just wanted a break, resting against a tree he finally opened his notifications, or rather the massive list of new things.
Unlocked - [ Steady Aim I ] : When using a ranged weapon you precision is 5% better.
Unlocked - [ Target Focus I ] : Focusing on a target and studying it allows to to boost your perception for 5 seconds before going for the kill to highlight weakspots
Unlocked - [ Ranged Weapon Mastery I ] : You strike from a distance and are proficient with ranged weaponry. 5% better weapon handling, 0,5% more damaged while using ranged weapons.
Unlocked - [ Ambush I ] : You know there isn’t always a way to fight fair. Rather you pick battles yourself and prepare for it. Temporarily empowers stealth and stealth attacks while you wait for the enemy to run into your ambush.
***Skill created - [ Mana Bullet I ] - You adopted a weapon from a different race and made it your own. From overloading the ammunition with mana you managed to release a powerful projectile. 20% more damage while overloading your ammunition, Lose 25% health and stamina as backlash damage.***
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You killed a target 15 levels above your own. Bonus EXP awarded!
You reached Level 10! Remaining experience will be awarded after class selection.
Stat points automatically allocated based on your actions
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Nox was stunned. There was no other way to describe it. Looking at the skills he unlocked made him grin like a little kid that got some candy. It was exactly what he was looking for and maybe he could even pick up a class related to them. He chuckled a bit when he saw the new skill he created, his gamble with the last attack had paid off. The game recognized how crazy he was to attempt such a thing. There was only one thing left to do. Scrolling down on his notifications the big blinking button was trying to get his attention.
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***Class Selection available - Teleport to the Chamber of Endless Possibilities?***
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He pressed the button and everything went dark for a moment, Nox felt something pulling on his entire body and the next moment he landed on his butt with a groan. Standing up he looked around, in front of him was a hallway made from rough looking bricks. Torches hanging on the walls, casting the hallway in an orange glow. Nox hesitated but slowly started to walk forward, his steps echoing through the hallway while he walked towards the other side, it didn’t take him long until he stood in front of a large door. Without hesitation Nox opened the door and stepped through, the room he found himself in was dark. Only 5 columns of light that shine down from somewhere above.
He approached it and waited, nothing happened for a while until he saw a familiar snake move towards him through the darkness. Ruby looked up to him and started speaking.
“I want to congratulate you for reaching Level 10, you had a rough journey until now but I’m sure you will find the options for your class pleasing. Every person in this world gets offered a class and finds themselves here in this chamber. Some only get one path, others find multiple paths to go down. Your character, your actions, your behavior and choices will influence this moment. Step forward and see the options presented to you.”
The snake moved to the side and Nox stepped forward, the columns of light flashed for a moment and five figures stood in front of him. Nox looked at the first one. A man wielding two daggers, his body covered in tight leather armor.
Path of the Assassin - You drew first blood in this world hidden in the shadows while wielding a dagger. You wander the path of darkness, your blades taking lives with precision and certainty. Would you like to embrace this path? Y/N
His gaze moved to the second one. A man with bulging muscles, his body covered in scars. Blood dripped from his fists.
Path of the Brawler - You endured pain, physically and mentally. You didn’t break because of it but returned stronger, determined to reach your goal. Make your body a weapon that can endure anything, but take everything. Would you like to embrace this path? Y/N
With a frown on his face he shakes his head, turning to the next one. A person wearing a loose white robe, a staff in his hand while he cast something.
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Path of the Healer - You lost, something that can’t be replaced. Even now you can’t understand what happened to you. Still you can give back to those that need it, heal them and find healing yourself through your actions. Would you like to embrace this path? Y/N
Blinking away some tears that were treated to fall, this class hit close to home. Quickly he looked at the next one. A man wrapped in thick furs, tools hanging from his belt.
Path of the Trapper - You plan, you track, you ambush. Your mind is your weapon while you employ tactics and contraptions to kill your enemies. Even in weakness, if you have time to prepare you can’t be stopped. Would you like to embrace this path? Y/N
This one actually sounded cool but still, he knew what he wanted, finally he looked at the last one. A figure wrapped in black leather and cloth, kneeling and aiming a rifle.
Path of the Marksman - Physically weak but with a mind to balance it. You focus on your strengths and use your understanding of this world to find your place. You know what you’re capable of and rather observe your targets from a safe distance, rifle in hand. You plan your attacks, but don’t shy away from an opportunity. You want to carve your mark into the land for you’re a marksman, nobody will hear you come or go. Only corpses remain on your path to the top. Would you like to embrace this path? Y/N
Nox was stunned, the last description sounded more like a message to him than a class but still he nodded. “Yes, I chose the Path of the Marksman.” The other figures vanished and a bright light enveloped him for a full minute before it slowly faded away.
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Skill Change - [ Target Focus I ] lost → [ The Marksman’s Gaze ] Perception is increased as long as you have a target. Highlights weakspots on the target's body. This unique skill can only be advanced through special conditions.
Skill Change - [ Ranged Weapon Mastery I ] → [ Rifle Expert ] Your weapon feels like an extension of your body. You can handle it with ease and will never lose your grip in the heat of battle. 10% more damage. This unique skill can only be advanced through special conditions.
Skills relocated to Class → [ Steady Aim I ][ Mana Bullet I ]
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Travelers affinity will be calculated based on your character, actions, behavior and choices. Please wait…
Hybrid affinity detected, Player affinity...confirmed…
You unlocked the venom affinity, people with the venom affinity are rare and seen as one of the useless hybrid affinities.
Not much is known about this affinity, may you find use for it on your path!
Venom Affinity
Your body naturally produces venom.
It can be used via touch or by people drinking your blood.
Venom can be infused into objects, effects can vary
Other effect currently unknown
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Status
Name: Nox
Race: Human
Level: 14
Class: Marksman
Affinity: Venom
Titles: N/A
Deity: N/A
General Skills: [ Lockpicking I ][ Stealth II ][ Stealth Attack II ][ Ambush I ][ Resilience I ]
Class Skills: [ The Marksman’s Gaze ][ Rifle Expert ][ Steady Aim I ][ Mana Bullet I ]
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After Nox finished picking his class his status vanished for a moment only to reappear two seconds later, updated to accommodate his newest achievements. He reached Level 14 with all the bonus experience, his class was finally unlocked together with his affinity. He already had some ideas on how to use it. Some skills got changed over to his class but he expected that, but what made him excited was the two unique skills he got. There wasn’t even a number behind them so that was something to figure out in the future.
He nodded at Ruby that sat on the ground in silence for the whole time, the next moment he appeared in the forest again, everything was as he left it. But before he could experiment with his new skills, class and affinity he needed to sit down. The adrenaline kept him on his feet until now but he found himself leaning against a tree the next moment. He fulfilled his goal for today, he would reach the top slowly and with careful steps. There was no need to rush, after all…
…he was now the marksman and they will never see him coming.