《A Dragon Idol's Reincarnation Tale》Chapter 20: Why do I have to act like a brat sometimes…
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Multiple proficiency requirements fulfilled. [Unarmed Technique Lv. 3] [Battle Mind Lv. 3] [Presence Killer Lv. 6] [Evasion Lv. 9] gained Multiple proficiency requirements fulfilled. [Unarmed Technique Lv. 4] [Magic Power Enhancement Lv. 4] [Accuracy Correction Lv. 4] [Enhanced Vision Lv. 4] [Stamina Recovery Lv. 4]. 2450 SP remaining
*slash, slam, swoosh*
Sigh, this is starting to get really easy.
*swoosh, stab, slash*
‘I understand that this has gotten a bit too easy for us, but you might want to take this a bit more seriously. We are endangering our life, after all.’
‘Well, even without any skills activated, these kobolds aren’t much of a threat to us.’
‘You could at least try to help us figure [Unarmed Technique] out. Wasn’t that our reason for training these past two days?’
That is what manager mind said when my concentration was starting to slip.
I’ve mentioned this before but upon returning back to the outside, the number of monsters that I can fight has increased dramatically. Admittedly, I wish most of these monsters would have been D rank, considering that leveling is an important goal for me and the higher the rank, the more experience I get.
Nevertheless, it isn’t all that bad. In these past two weeks, I have come to realize that quite a lot of E ranks are belligerent and territorial, with rather low intelligence. They don’t seem to question how strong I am and only after flexing my power, do they realize their idiocy.
A prime example would be the flock of birds that attacked me two days ago. Gosh, their panicked retreat gave me a good laugh, despite losing the battle.
So, due to this, I’ve also realized that I can use this to my advantage to train myself! Specifically, to improve my ability to use skills and battle correctly.
Belzac Forest Kobold A kobold that lives in the Belzac Forest that has adapted to the ecosystem of this environment. Rank E
I thought it would be a good idea to practice a few things related to my skills, due to the description mentioning that they will get more effective, if I, the wielder, become more proficient with them.
[Detection Sensor], [Prediction], [Accuracy Correction], [Presence Killer] and [Acrobatic] are all sense focused skills. While other skills improve with levels and stats, like [Intelligence] and [Vitality], sense focused skills can only become more effective by leveling the skills themselves and, well, mastering using them.
Think of training and stretching your muscles to achieve higher muscle power and flexibility or repeating a dance choreography a hundred times to have your muscles remember the movements. Eventually, not only does the efficiency increase but it starts to come naturally.
An example would be dodging attacks. [Evasion] acts as training wheels, I can just let System Voice move my body without needing to raise a hand, but what if I deactivate the skill and just evade by myself. With [Prediction] and [Evasion] deactivated, I need t become better at reacting to attacks and I have to learn how to dodge them well.
As my reflexes and movements increase, the overall effectiveness of those skills increases too.
Technology is a prime example of this. The software, my body, functions more efficiently when the hardware, my body, improves.
I’ve been doing this on and off over my time in this forest. The first few days were terrible, as I found it hard to dodge some attacks, receiving some nasty cuts that I had to immediately heal up. It got better over time through diligence and perseverance, as results are showing.
Now the other reason is to figure out how to learn an ability for [Unarmed Technique]. Despite increasing its level for these past two days, it has given me zero abilities, like [Spark Fire Dragon] would do. All of us are pretty much stumped.
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These kobolds all have weapon abilities. I wish I could speak with them to learn how, but they don’t seem to be very friendly.
Kinda disheartening.
*Swoosh*
Acquisition requirement fulfilled. [Enhanced Auditory Sense Lv. 1] acquired
‘Easy. Didn’t even need to turn around.’
That kobold screamed so loud, that I didn’t even need to turn around to know where he was hitting.
That’s a bunch of rank Es for you. They might be stronger than a basic kobold, but quality still beats quantity. Well, it’s more like a dragon shouldn’t be losing against kobolds.
‘…So, stay focused if you don’t want that to happen!’
‘Alright, alright.’
We continued this for a few more hours and took a break afterward.
Experience has reached a breaking point. [Young Crimson Spark Dragon *] has risen from [Level 9] to [Level 10] Attributes have increased due to level up Acquired 400 skill points
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Proficiency requirement fulfilled. [Humanize Lv. 3] evolved into [Humanize Lv. 4]
“Kraaaaaaaa…ahhhhh…aaaaaahhhhh.”
“Sounds…better?”
“Definitely. You even hit a note correctly.”
“You’re even starting to look like a proper human…besides the fact that you’re still a chibi. You might need some milk.”
I guess she is right.
By leveling up [Humanize] once again, my humanized form has now reached an astounding age of six-year-old. With this change, also came a slight makeover. My appearance now resembles a bit like what you would imagine a dragonewt or a lizardman would look like, a two-legged reptilian humanoid.
The hunchback is finally gone, and I can clearly see some human traits. Imagine a normal 6-six-old that has her skin covered in scales, scutes and bone plates. My body is still very top-heavy, my mouth still covered by a mask-like jaw fang and my hands are dangerous as they have always looked. Add a tail and a pair of wings on the back, and voila.
Thankfully, my balance is easy to control in this form, so I might be able to fight a monster like this. I don’t want to ‘cause of the penalties, though.
I wish I could grow up a bit more, but my age is bound to the level of the skill, and without raising it, I can’t grow nor age in any other way. At least, I don’t think I can. A year hasn’t passed yet.
*growl*
‘Oh, hungry~’
Listening to my growling belly, I stopped daydreaming and continued cooking.
.
Serve ‘em up. Serve ‘em up. All the meats and treats. ♫
Slice and dice for all your eyes to see~ and into the spice bath it flees ♫
With a lift, it goes up, up, up! And with a shift, it goes down, down, down. ♫
Now it’s time to feast for my belly callllllls. Mamph. Mamph. Mamph. Slurp. Slurp. Slurp. ♫
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Tada~
Proficiency requirement fulfilled. [Cooking Lv. 6] evolved into [Cooking Lv. 7] Spiced Rabbit Kebab Rabbit meat skewered on a wooden stick that was cooked over a flame. Seasoned with a variety of spices from the Belzac Forest Venison Steak glazed with Strawberry Honey Sauce A lump of deer meat evenly seared to medium. For some reason, a glaze of strawberry and honey was added to this meal. The sweetness is overwhelming Meat Paradise A wooden bowl filled to the brim with a random assortment of cooked meat. Seasoned to rid itself of its natural smelliness
Smelling the succulent aroma coming from these dishes, I shrieked a bit in excitement, wagged my tail uncontrollably, and clapped. Congratulating myself for a job well done.
Thank you for the food!
I chowed down, abandoning most of the dining etiquette I’ve learned in my past life to fully enjoy my meal. I haven’t made any utensils yet, so I hope my etiquette teacher won’t be that mad at me.
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…Who am I kidding. That woman will make me go through hell once again, for ruining all the effort she put into me!
Ahhhhhhh.
As my current humanize form finally has proper hands, that means I have thumbs, I can finally start doing more complex cooking techniques. It’s simple housewife cooking that I’ve learned from my mama and nanny, but it’s serving me very well.
With my crudely made wooden bowls and plates, I gave my dishes a more respectable appearance despite how amateurish the crafting was. Well, it beats eating this stuff on the ground! That means on the ground or on the stone grill. How beneath me, a proper young lady, to eat like a barbarian.
Ok, sarcasm asides, with the creation of my bowls, I’ve also started to crave for some soup-based meals, but this just brought back the issue that I’m lacking a fundamental spice.
Honestly, I really wish I could find some salt or salt substitute but all I found were black peppers, chili peppers, honey, bay leaves, oregano, rosemary and a couple of other spices or herbs, in the form I’m used to knowing on earth or their current fantasy world versions.
…What? I’m picky when it comes to food, you know? No salt, no soup. Salt is essential to elevate the taste and grade of a dish.
Speaking of essential stuff; the strawberry and honey glaze was a real success. Although I think it could be called culinary blasphemy, the [Venison Steak glazed with Strawberry Honey Sauce] was a refreshing treat compared to all the oily food I have been eating lately.
I really want to eat some cake.
…I must really feel safe if I’m wishing for this many frivolous stuffs.
*sniff*
Mhmm. Seems like it’s finished.
Meat Soup A soup made from a meaty broth. Filled with an assortment of meat and seasoned generously
…What? P-Please, don’t judge me! T-This doesn’t change my statement that soup needs salt, at all. I really wanted a soup dish and I’m flexible enough to settle without this.
Besides, I’m a growing girl. I’ve become a bit more peckish lately and I believe it’s healthy to eat till your stomach is satisfied, especially to support a high calorie requiring lifestyle like mine. Hmph! *pout*
*slurp*
Mwaaaah.
‘The broth is definitely the star here.’
‘It’s fragrant and hearty. What more could you wish for a finishing touch.’
‘Oh, yeah! Imagine if we had some music to accompany all of this, but I guess the silence of the forest has its charm too.’
‘Some calming music would do wonders for some mental healing.’
‘It would, right? It would, riiight?’
‘…Uhhh. Why do I have a bad feeling that…?’
Would you like to buy [Aerokinesis] for 700 SP? Your current SP is 2850
‘W-Wa-Wai-Wait a second! What are you doing!’
J…
‘Scheiße! Somebody stop her now! Manager mind, stop her!’
‘Stop! Stop!’
…a. Ja, ich möchte es kaufen. (Yes, I would like to buy it.)
You have bought [Aerokinesis]. Your current SP is 2150
‘‘‘…’’’
…
Hmm, how do I use this skill properly? Wind Bullet. Wind Cutter. Suspend in air. Seems like it works exactly like [Pyrokinesis] so can I use it with the surrounding air?
…Nope.
Ok, let’s try it like this and this. This should be able to make for some basic sounds at least. Well, I won’t settle with just a few. Let’s see if I can make a literal air piano…hmm, it sounds a bit weird. Practice makes perfect, I guess.
[Aerokinesis] seems to work the same way as [Pyrokinesis] does. I can only control the wind that is used in my wind element spells, but maybe I’ll get good enough to control the surrounding air?
Hmm, let me see if I can remember the theory from physics class; sound waves travel through the movements of air molecules and the closer the wind molecules, the faster they travel…I think.
Verdammt, if I had known that I would need this information, I would’ve listened more seriously! Urgh, I can’t get the air to make any sound, so I must have remembered falsely.
It’s such a crime that I can’t get access to google now…
‘…Mind reboot finished. Woah, I just a had weird dream where our original mind bought an expensive skill without our consent.’
‘Oh, you too? Same minds think alike, ahahaha.’
‘Hmm? Did some of you guys just wake up? Can you guys go through my memories and check how sound moves through the air? It should be under “Physics stuff that I will never need to know.”.’
Having given my parallel minds a job, I resumed experimenting with this skill, while slurping and munching on my dinner.
‘‘‘…’’’
‘Oh, are you two tasting this soup, right now? Yummy, right?’
Manager mind and #3 didn’t get the chance to taste it, so I hope this will help wake them up…although, it is a bit late to wake up. I should tell them that napping this much isn’t healthy!
‘…YOU IDIOT!’
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‘I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I won’t do that again.’
‘Oh, you better not!’
Hey guys, it's manager mind here. You might wonder why I'm in control instead of the original mind, but the reason for that is pretty simple.
Little naughty girls deserve a good scolding after doing something bad, like buying an expensive skill without all parallel mind’s collective consent. We are, after all, a team, right?
‘I’m sorry, ja. We are all a team and I was wrong to do something selfish without speaking to everybody properly.’
Her begging is starting to sound like a desperate plea for us to stop. We might have been a bit too harsh, but she won’t learn if we treat her like a princess.
‘Seriously, this is the second time we had to resort to using that memory…in under a week!’
‘Was it a mistake to buy [Humanize]? Her behavior has gotten far worse ever since we started using [Humanize] more often.’
‘It can't be helped. We have to bear with it...’
It’s like taking care of a six-year-old. We never had a pet before, so how could you expect a bunch of 15-year-olds to take care of a kid like this. This should be a job for an adult!
‘Then just level it up with a few SP, then. Fuck efficiency. With its current level, our original mind is acting too much like a whimsical, spoiled brat. She is her greatest enemy at this stage.’
That really sounds like a waste of SP. Leveling [Humanize] is pretty easy but I do think this is for the best. The original mind can’t take care of herself, so we must do what’s best for her.
‘Urgh, you might be correct. She’s much easier to deal with when her more childish side is less dominant in her dragon form. Just looking at her now is evidence enough.’
‘Got it. Let's level it up to level 10, regardless of the SP cost. Agreed, everybody?’
‘‘Agreed!’’
‘Ok, System Voice I would like to…’
‘Wait! Stop!’
[Detection Sensor] began making multiple ding sounds, indicating that something has entered our area of detection. Speed and direction, both of these facts are showing that they are coming for us!
‘Huh, what is it, manger mind?’
‘Original mind, pull yourself together. We’re about to get attacked!’
The other girls were confused with my sudden outburst, but they quickly realized what was going on. I’ll give control back to the original mind.
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‘Huh?... A couple of signals have us surrounded and are running towards our location. I can even feel their presence.’
Manager mind gave me back my control, and swiftly showed me what she detected. Our training seems to be paying off.
As I was already in my dragon form, I was ready for the fight anyways.
All buffs on.
If these monsters are looking for a fight against me, then they either are foolhardy or confidant enough that they can beat me; or maybe I’m the overconfident one for thinking this. Well, doesn’t hurt to activate all my spell buffs to deal with this quickly. I'll finish this before bedtime.
Before the fighting starts, I should probably clean this mess up. I don’t want my food or bowls getting ruined by all of this. Oh, maybe I should make some of those bombs for this battle…
*sniff*
Ahh, damn. There isn’t enough time.
*sniff* I know this despicable smell. *sniff*
Oooooh, you bastard. You sneaky, sneaky stalker think you can hide from me again. I haven’t trained myself up so you can trick me twice and show me that punchable smirk again…on second thought, I wouldn't mind it that much if I get the chance to scorch it a bit.
Show yourself, Inferno Blast!
“Grr?! Graouhhh!”
Identify!
Enemy Monster's Status Board Profile: Name: * Level: 24 Race: Garm Age: 6 Years Status: Health: 651/1345 Mana: 645/645 Strength: 604 Intelligence: 334 Vitality: 410 Wisdom: 390 Agility: 791 Stamina: 645/738 Effects: [Burned (Minor)] Skill: Magic Skills and anything related
[Mana Control Lv. 3]
[Arcane Mind Lv. 2]
[Dark Magic Lv. 2]
Physical Skills and anything related
[Mana Strike Lv. 3]
[Enhanced Claws Lv. 6]
[Enhanced Fangs Lv. 6]
Senses and Movement Skills
[Stealth Lv. 6]
[Accuracy Correction Lv. 1]
[Concentration Lv. 2]
[Prediction Lv. 4]
[Probability Correction Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Enemy Sense Lv. 6]
[Primal Senses]
[Tracking Lv. 7]
[Night Vision Lv. 8]
[Presence Killer Lv. 7]
[Evasion Lv. 6]
[Acrobatic Lv. 6]
[Terrain Manoeuvring Lv. 4]
Resistance Skills
[Physical Resistance Lv. 5]
[Pain Resistance Lv. 5]
[Arcane Corruption Resistance Lv. 1]
[Poison Resistance Lv. 2]
[Stun Resistance Lv. 1]
[Torpor Resistance Lv. 2]
[Fire Resistance Lv. 1]
[Earth Resistance Lv. 1]
[Wind Resistance Lv. 2]
Stat Growths and related Skills
[Health Recovery Lv. 2]
[Stamina Recovery Lv. 4]
[Enhanced Strength Growth Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Strength Enforcement Lv. 1]
[Enhanced Agility Growth Lv. 3]
[Enhanced Agility Enforcement Lv. 1]
[Enhanced Stamina Growth Lv. 4]
[Enhanced Stamina Capacity Lv. 1]
Others
[Identity Blocker Lv. 4]
[Identify Lv. 4]
[Leadership Lv. 2]
[Kin Controller Lv. 1]
[Starvation Lv. 5]
[Telepathy]
Spell List: [Dark Bolt] [Dark Tendrils]
He has some fancy skills, that I don’t have. Hey parallel minds, do me a favor and sort through that profile for all the skills we don't have and remember them for me. Oh, and also shoot a photo of that ugly mutt’s burnt face, ha!
“Krup…Krii Krii Krii!”
I couldn’t hold my laugh in at all. Just looking at the garm’s face with those 4th-degree burns was enough to make me burst out in laughter. Honestly, those burns look painful as hell, it’s charred, deformed, and its once fine brown fur was all turned into ash. It is a grotesque and horrendous sight. It actually made the already intimidating wolf monster look even scarier.
Oh my, what does that tell about me, the arsonist, who is giggling uncontrollably? Scheiße, I am really fucked up in the head it seems, ha ha!
“Grrrrrr!!! Graou! Graou!”
[“Suos kilt mal sun…to me. Insolent reptile! You would dare provoke me even further?! Prepare to perish.”]
‘Woah, woah, what was that? Was that telepathy?’
‘Did…we just understand what it said? That felt more like a jumble of words that made no sense in the beginning, but it got better in the end.’
‘All that information entered our mind directly, right? It seems we don’t need to understand the language ‘cause everything gets automatically translated. [Telepathy] sounds awesome.’
‘Go buy it! Did you hear what cringy stuff he just said? You need to counter that! Mwahahaha!’
‘Wa-Wait girls. That’s not what…’
‘Got it!’
You have bought [Telepathy]. Your current SP is 1550
‘…Can somebody else do this whole managing stuff? This feels more like babysitting. That was 600 SP!’
Manager mind was justified to be exasperated but we just had to do this! I’m willing to bet that when I look back on this, I’ll probably die from the cringe. I am acting so edgy.
‘This is gonna be fun.’
I said while giggling. It will feel good to rub in the salt.
[“Hello? Hello? Test? Test? Dragon to Dog Creep. Can you hear me?”]
[“You…mock me any further at your peril!"]
Oh my, that is something I didn’t expect. Considering his first impression, I thought his style of speaking would fit a street thug, but he actually sounds a bit sophisticated. Hmm, I hate speaking like that, but I can excuse it for today.
[“Oh my, my humblest of apologies for ridiculing your scorched face. I would have never mentioned such unkind words, were it not for the fact that your minions have me surrounded and that your stalking felt eerily similar to that one time you almost killed me!”]
I mocked him in the style of speech I’ve learnt from my etiquette teacher. I despise using this overly formal tone, but you have to admit that nothing feels better than to taunt somebody like a rich, noble girl from a fantasy novel.
["…I see. So, it was you. Your smell felt familiar, but I was unable to remind myself of it. It seems you have survived and were able to evolve further."]
[“Oh, ja. It wasn’t my intention to do it for revenge, but I guess I wouldn’t mind having a taste of it now.”]
In all honesty, I’m slightly shivering right now. Not from excitement but from fear. My body still remembers the fear I felt back then, but I know that I have grown much stronger from when I first met him.
The being that gave me the closest experience of how death would feel like. I would cower and run away a few months ago.
I’m acting this provocative ‘cause I need to hide this vulnerability of mine. I want to sound and feel tough. I want to show this guy that I’m not prey anymore, but a predator ready to kill and defend herself if it comes to it.
[“…Understandable, pup. It was a mistake of me to squander that chance to kill you; a mistake I shall correct today. 3 months of age and you were able to achieve this much. I do not know how your kind, the dragons, would value this but it is deserving of some praise.”]
[“Pah, don’t patronize me with that speech. You’re only 6 years old, a dragon or even a human would spit on that arrogant attitude of yours. Don’t try to imitate some old man, idiot.”]
[“It would seem like being courteous was my failure. Thankfully, it has secured enough time for my pack to arrive.”]
He chortled when he said that. His confidence in this situation was clear as day, and it’s understandable. Being on the side of a numerical advantage would make anybody more confidant in their chances to win a fight.
I couldn’t help but make a “heh”. The garm stood proudly, believing that it will be an easy win for him, so I just let him have a moment, while a gleeful smile began to form on my face.
Eventually, multiple wolves came out of the forest and into my sight, all of them had similar colored fur, dirt brown, that they share with garm in front of me.
One, two, three…I count 9…I drastically underpredicted the situation. I would’ve been very nervous were these things not [Warg]s…
Warg A type of monster categorized as a wolf type monster. These monsters are pack hunters that mercilessly hunt down prey by outnumbering them instead of overpowering them. Due to their low individual power, they rely on exhausting or distracting their prey before finishing them. Follows the orders of the alphas of a pack with blind loyalty. Their meat is average in taste. Rank E
["…Considering that they are all close to a year old and you seem to suit the role of the alpha, I presume you are their parent?"]
[“They are my spawns.”]
You gotta be kidding me…
[“…Are you sure you want to bring them into this battle? If possible, I would like to keep this between us only, ‘cause…well, you should be able to guess…”]
[“…Surviving in this world does not allow for the weak or timid. Your roars have made it clear that you are a threat for our pack, so now we must purge you from here, for the safety of the pack.”]
You gotta be kidding me here, old man! These are your kids! Shouldn’t you be a bit more apprehensive about putting them in danger! You have [Identify], so you should be able to see my stats.
And what do you mean about my “roars”? The ones I did the day before yesterday? That was singing! I was only singing!
[“No, wait! I was only singing! I wasn't trying to scare you or anybody! That was my first time flying so I wanted to express my happiness. Besides, am I not a bit too small for such a large dinner party? Heh, are you really sure you want to fight me? There is honestly no need for any of us to die on this day.”]
This is only between you and me! I would even gladly not have a fight at all. I don’t need to have revenge, and I won’t feel good killing off a family. My whole excitement from before is completely gone!
[“Where has your fervor for combat gone? You might have lost your zeal but your presence in this forest is a threat for the pack, and we will exterminate anything that poses a risk for us.”]
He ignored my attempt for diplomacy…
[“I see…”]
Inhale…Exhale.
[“…Then prepare for your cremation!”]
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MC's Status Board Profile: Name: * Level: 10 Race: Young Crimson Spark Dragon Age: 4 Months Status: Health: 1237/1237 (+30) Mana: 4694/4694 (+69) Strength: 934 (+23) Intelligence: 1272 (+38) Vitality: 469 (+12) Wisdom: 542 (+13) Agility: 1864 (+49) Stamina: 924/924 (+25) Effects: None Skill Points: 1550 (-1450) Unique Skill:
[Spark Fire Dragon Lv. 6]
[Spark Fire’s Fire Boost]
Skill: Magic Skills and anything related
[Lava Magic Lv. 1]
[Holy Magic Lv. 10]
[Holy Amp]
[Holy Magic Efficiency]
[Sacred Magic Lv. 1]
[Fire Magic Lv. 10]
[Fire Amp]
[Fire Magic Efficiency]
[Inferno Magic Lv. 1]
[Earth Magic Lv. 10]
[Earth Amp]
[Earth Magic Efficiency]
[Terra Magic Lv. 1]
[Wind Magic Lv. 6]
[Space-Time Magic Lv. 3]
[Space-Time Magic Efficiency]
[Draconic Magics]
[Draconic Barrier Lv. 1]
[Silent Casting Lv. 5]
[Magic Power Enhancement Lv. 4] (+1)
[Mental Stability Lv. 2]
[Mental Warfare Lv. 2]
Physical Skills and anything related
[Unarmed Technique Lv. 4] (+3)
[Draconic Claws Lv. 2]
[Draconic Fangs Lv. 1]
Senses and Movement Skills
[Stealth Lv. 8]
[Accuracy Correction Lv. 4] (+1)
[Prediction Lv. 5]
[Detection Sensor Lv. 1]
[Enhanced Auditory Sense Lv. 1] (New)
[Enhanced Olfactory Sense Lv. 4]
[Enhanced Vision Lv. 4] (+1)
[Night Vision Lv. 7]
[Presence Killer Lv. 6] (+1)
[Evasion Lv. 9] (+1)
[Acrobatic Lv. 8]
Resistance Skills
[Physical Resistance Lv. 7]
[Pain Resistance Lv. 8]
[Holy Resistance Lv. 4]
[Fire Resistance Lv. 6]
[Earth Resistance Lv. 4]
[Wind Resistance Lv. 2]
[Water Resistance Lv. 1]
Stat Growths and related SKills
[Health Recovery Lv. 2]
[Stamina Recovery Lv. 4] (+1)
[Enhanced Health Growth Lv. 5]
[Enhanced Health Capacity Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Mana Growth Lv. 7]
[Enhanced Mana Capacity Lv. 5]
[Enhanced Strength Growth Lv. 5]
[Enhanced Strength Enforcement Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Intelligence Growth Lv. 6]
[Enhanced Intelligence Enforcement Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Vitality Growth Lv. 4]
[Enhanced Vitality Enforcement Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Wisdom Growth Lv. 4]
[Enhanced Wisdom Enforcement Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Agility Growth Lv. 6]
[Enhanced Agility Enforcement Lv. 2]
[Enhanced Stamina Growth Lv. 5]
[Enhanced Stamina Capacity Lv. 2]
Others
[Trap Creation Lv. 3]
[Identify Lv. 10]
[Battle Mind Lv. 3] (+1)
[Cooking Lv. 7] (+1)
[Dismantle Lv. 6]
[Parallel Thoughts Lv. 5]
[Humanize Lv. 4] (+1)
[Pyrokinesis]
[Aerokinesis] (New)
[Telepathy] (New)
Ability List:
[Flame Blast]
[Spark Claws]
[Spark Flame]
[Spark Fire Breath]
[Spark Fang]
Spell List:
[Lava Ball]
[Minor Heal] [Cure] [Modest Heal] [Smite] [Light] [Holy Protection] [Holy Strength] [Purify] [Sacred Smite]
[Fire] [Firebolt] [Imbue Fire] [Fire Ball] [Strengthening Flames] [Flame Spear] [Petal Flame] [Flame Explosion] [Inferno Blast]
[Earth Wall] [Rock Blast] [Earth Strike] [Rock Bullet] [Sturdy Earth] [Earth Spears] [Earth Crash] [Earthen Shackles] [Terra Wall]
[Wind Bullet] [Wind Cutter] [Air Shield] [Wind Slash] [Swift Winds] [Wind Blast]
[Haste] [Storage Magic]
[Shine] Titles: [The Light] [Bearer of Kargryxmor’s Blood] [Otherworldly Reincarnator]
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Sorcery in Boston
The timid daughter of some of the greatest spellcasters ever to have lived has found herself in another world, courtesy of magic gone awry. In Boston, Massachusetts, in the year 1935, she finds some kind souls in a hard era. In the heart of the Great Depression, as war looms around the corner, she seeks to find her place, and must come to terms with both who she is and what she truly desires. Author's Notes: Release Note: I recently realized what the hold up is. My current mental state is not compatible with the planned ending. If I wrote the ending according to what currently feels right, it will be a wretched, cruel ending that feels monstrously unfair and invalidates the work of the various characters... because that's how my life feels at the moment. The planned ending is coming out hollow and awkward, no matter how I write it, and so I've been bashing my head. I will finish it, once I manage to either brute force something decent out, or once my head gets screwed on straight. Audience: This story is not for young children - it contains some profanity, sexual content, violence, gore, and significant adult themes. Most of these are handled delicately enough not to upset teens or adults (hopefully), hence the lack of relevant tags, but it is nonetheless unsuitable for youth. It's fairly slow paced, and focused on the development of very human, very flawed individuals. Length / Completion Estimates: The outline currently involves two books. Book 1 is expected to be done with Chapter 43. It'll probably be completely finished by sometime in March of this year. I expect to move on to the far-more-lighthearted Of Gods and Dungeons (currently in progress / on hiatus). Afterwards, I may decide to redo Book 1, or write Book 2, or actually start sharing the story most dear to me, that I've been working on for several years now. Draft 1: Please be aware that this is first draft material. I do intend to come back to do a second draft after the story is complete. If anyone notices any issues whatsoever with the story, please let me know (pm, etc) so that I can improve the second draft. Writer's Pledge: I've taken the Writer's Pledge, meaning I'm commiting to completing this story. I'm a proud member of WriTE, a group dedicated to finishing stories. It will be done! Behind the Scenes notes: This picture was commissioned from an inked artist by the name of DanP. Up until the time of the protagonist's arrival, history has proceeded as before. Some places and characters have been borrowed from wikipedia entries of interesting figures from the time. I will make note in the chapter comments when such things come up. Naturally, I've taken a great deal of liberty with them. In interest of respecting individuals, I've either attempted to portray them as accurately as possible, or modified them sufficiently enough that they're simply an inspiration, instead of a real portrayal. I've attempted to be as accurate to the era as possible, but I'm not a historian. If you're aware of inaccuracies, please, bring them to my attention so that I can correct them.
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8 115A Serpentine Tale {Dropped}
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8 187To The Far Shore
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8 239Dismissing Darkness
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