David Silverwater’s POV
David sat in the frontmost available seat, just behind the judge's panel. His new friend, Alan, was taking the exam, and David didn't want to miss a moment of it.
When David had first met Alan, he'd viewed him merely as a useful recruit, some...
2024-07-20 11:56:24 +0000 UTC View PostAs consciousness stirred within him, Thorian's first act was to begin his daily meditation. Two hours of intense cultivation later, he paused to assess his progress before heading to the bath.
[Cultivation Realm: Qi Gathering Eight Stage (11.6%)]
A wry smile touched his lips. As e...
2024-07-16 00:32:44 +0000 UTC View PostEven as the duke's oppressive aura threatened to crush any resolve, Thorian maintained his composure.
"It was not my intention to deceive you, my lord," Thorian said carefully. "I simply hesitated to divulge all information to someone unrelated to the matters at hand. In these uncertain tim...
2024-07-12 21:29:06 +0000 UTC View Post[Elemental Synergy II
Description: Your elemental mastery expands, unlocking new combinations. This skill grants access to:
A special secondary element: Sound (Wind + Wind)
Three of the many existing tertiary elements:
Obsidian (Magma + Water)
Crystal (Ice + Earth) 2024-07-11 11:34:04 +0000 UTC View Post
As Thorian began his breathing technique, a pleasant surprise awaited him: he could accumulate Qi in his dantian. Although the amount of ether he absorbed was less than what he'd experienced in Wolvendale's cultivation hall, Thorian didn't mind the inefficiency. It was already miraculous that the...
2024-07-09 12:08:46 +0000 UTC View PostMasked Man’s POV
Earlier in the day
After losing track of Nox, the masked man gritted his teeth in silent fury. He wanted to lash out, but the guards' efforts and the brief chase had already stretched his authority thin. Any further commotion might ...
2024-07-06 17:01:20 +0000 UTC View PostAfter navigating the myriad corridors of the registration office, Thorian was led by David to his new dorm room.
“You didn’t bring any luggage?” David inquired, his voice echoing slightly in the stairwell.
Thorian shook his head. “I travel light as an adventurer. I buy what I ...
2024-06-23 21:09:08 +0000 UTC View PostLooking at the letter, Thorian noticed a red seal at the bottom left, bearing a turtle insignia.
If I run away with this letter in hand, there's a high chance that whoever is behind this plot will notice our involvement, especially considering Nox’s little stunt, Thorian frowned ...
2024-06-13 15:51:22 +0000 UTC View PostEntering the abyss portal room, Thorian addressed his two teammates, “You two remember how the last floor ended, right?”
“That stuck-up noble we were supposed to protect died, right?” Nox responded. “I was so pissed off at that. It felt like such a waste of time.”
“We’...
2024-06-03 07:40:56 +0000 UTC View PostWaking with a yawn to the first rays of dawn, Thorian started his day. A smile graced his face as he checked the results of his late-night training.
Mana Manipulation II
Description: You have broken through the beginner threshold and set a proper foothold on your magus journey. This s...
2024-05-24 21:04:45 +0000 UTC View PostLooking at the parchment in his hand, Thorian took a deep breath before tearing it open.
[Incomplete Legacy of Tza’har Part 1: Unlocked]
[You have unlocked the first part of Tza’har’s legacy. To access subsequent parts, you must advance your class.]
[Do you wish to access ...
2024-05-20 01:12:41 +0000 UTC View Post"But the fact that you were able to conjure a spell that even the gods recognized—that is an achievement," Tza’har smiled proudly as he patted Thorian’s back.
Thorian returned the smile before deciding to check the description of his new skill.
Half-Dragon Lightnin...
2024-05-08 02:07:21 +0000 UTC View PostHearing Tza’har’s offer, Thorian stood silent for a few seconds before smiling. "You already know that I will accept, so no need for the theatrics.”
“Still, asking for your consent is a required step,” Tza’har chuckled.
Before asking about the contents of the third trial, ...
2024-05-04 04:38:13 +0000 UTC View PostTza’har slipped a purple ring onto his fleshless finger and swiped at the air before him. The fabric of space yielded, tearing like soft cloth to reveal a portal to another dimension. As the gateway stabilized, he glanced back at Thorian and beckoned him forward.
Thorian, overwhelmed by t...
2024-04-23 19:40:33 +0000 UTC View Post[Congratulations. Your skill "Earth Manipulation I" has been upgraded to "Earth Manipulation II"]
Earth Manipulation II
Description: Building on the foundational mastery obtained in Earth Manipulation I, this enhanced ability allows wielders to exert greater control and versatility ov...
2024-04-19 23:28:59 +0000 UTC View PostElder Jarv’s POV
Jarv was an elder, a position he earned after years of hard work under the previous elder. This status afforded him privileges that even champions did not possess. Though physically stronger, they were still his subordinates, as this was the way of the go...
2024-04-15 19:15:07 +0000 UTC View PostWaking up from his slumber, Thorian began his day as he always did. He cleaned himself, coaxed Nox out of sleep, and then headed to the Cultivation Hall with an Elixir in hand. The two then spent the next two and a half hours meditating.
Display Panel
Cultivation Realm: Qi Ga...
2024-04-11 06:19:06 +0000 UTC View PostObserving the scene, Thorian stood dazed for a moment as guards rushed toward Elian. They didn't walk past him or push him aside; instead, they moved straight through his body as if he didn't exist in the same physical dimension.
"What in the world is happening?" Nox joined Thorian's ...
2024-04-02 23:01:21 +0000 UTC View PostRealizing the danger they were about to face, Thorian immediately looked back inside the cart.
"Father Francis, stay here to protect Lord Elian in case this is a diversion," Thorian directed. He then looked at Nox and said, "Nizari, we will have to go and face the monster horde to buy...
2024-03-30 15:13:15 +0000 UTC View PostLooking back at the village, Thorian made a quick decision. "You stay here for now. I will go and look for Nox." With those words, Thorian rushed into the village. Even though all of his physical attributes had been reduced to less than half their original levels, he was still much faster than an...
2024-03-28 18:15:16 +0000 UTC View PostAfter Thorian's announcement, the two met up with Vigil before they made their way to Locksley. As they reached the city gates, Oswald approached them, accompanied by two guards whose resolute faces belied their trembling hands.
"Lord Thorian, I presume you've come to challenge the abyss," ...
2024-03-27 15:30:03 +0000 UTC View PostHearing Thorian's question, William looked down in thought. "The fighters who have been participating in the dungeon expeditions have certainly warmed up to your people quite a bit over the past few days," William admitted, sighing, "But to leave their homes and come live here... We'll have to se...
2024-03-26 15:26:41 +0000 UTC View PostCliffwood Village.
Realm: Village stage 1
Resources:
Gathered Experience: 0
Wood: 3256
Owned Buildings
Warrior Class Statue
Magus Class Statue
Assassin Class Statue
Priest Class Statue
Available Buildings
Wooden W...
2024-03-25 11:10:26 +0000 UTC View PostAfter concluding the meeting, Thorian met up with William and the rest of the human cohort. As he approached them, he saw Little Roo, James, Nox, and Brix dancing and singing, while William and Robert were engaged in conversation.
“Oh, Lord Thorian,” William said, noticing Thorian’s p...
2024-03-23 07:25:32 +0000 UTC View PostAfter finishing the daily meeting, Thorian decided to first check the progress on the stone gathering. Although he could not transport rocks himself due to other responsibilities, a full team dedicated to the task was already in place.
Three carts were being filled around the clock, a...
2024-03-21 15:05:43 +0000 UTC View Post“Sure, let me take a look,” Thorian looked at the quest parchement that Melina handed to him.
Protectorate Foundation
Description:
Embark on the Protectorate Expansion quest, tailored for leaders with the Lord Attribute, to expand your realm's influence by upgrading three va...
2024-03-19 11:21:36 +0000 UTC View PostLooking through the expansive territory panel, Thorian took some time to digest all the information presented before him. Most of the buildings that interest me require a large number of stone units for upgrades. It's good that we've already begun gathering rocks, but it's still not enough, 2024-03-18 02:50:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Upon hearing the question, William hesitated, his lips caught between a bite, his gaze lowered in contemplation. When his eyes met his son's, Thorian immediately inquired, curiosity lacing his tone. "Is something amiss?"
"It's just that... we weren't certain you'd appreciate the compr...
2024-03-17 02:16:58 +0000 UTC View PostEntangling Mana Leech Skill Scroll
Class Requirement: Magus
Advancement Requirement: Second Advancement
Level Requirement: 1
Use: Teaches the active skill "Entangling Mana Leech," which enables the user to summon forth a dense network of mana-draining roots from the ground...
2024-03-16 08:07:17 +0000 UTC View Post"Be cautious," Thorian intoned, his voice slicing through the tense air as the creature emerged before them. Clutching his Elemental Scepter, he conjured his Flame Fury spell. A dozen formidable fireballs sprang to life, dancing menacingly around him before he hurled them towards the encroaching ...
2024-03-15 10:05:23 +0000 UTC View Post