2025-09-29 21:10:28Ethan swung the Starless Sword a few times, slicing the air with clean arcs. The blade responded smoothly, flowing perfectly with his Traceless Sword Technique.
"Ah… this is good," he said with satisfaction.
After a while, he entered the Immortal Pavilion. An interface appeared before him:
[ welcome to immortal pavilion. here all your new skills will be learned. would you like to check out your new skill ]
Ethan pressed yes. Two books appeared before him—Star Sword Technique Level 1 and Star Sword Technique Level 2. Without hesitation, he chose Level 1.
[ would you like to learn < star sword technique level 1 > ]
"Yes," Ethan replied.
Immediately, a figure appeared—corporeal, yet blurred, its body filled with countless glittering stars. Ethan frowned. "Who the hell is this?" he asked, but the voice remained silent.
The figure drew a dark sword and began moving in strange, complicated patterns. At first, it seemed meaningless—but after hours of watching, Ethan realized the truth. The movements weren't random. Each slash carved constellations, tracing star paths in the void.
Ethan began practicing. He failed. Again and again.
Two months passed, and he could only master half the technique. The figure's blade bent and pressured space with every strike, but Ethan's lacked that power. Another two months of training finally allowed him to understand and unleash it.
BOOOOM!
Space trembled as Ethan performed the Star Sword Technique Level 1. Its power far outstripped his Traceless Sword Technique.
[ congratulations on learning < star sword technique level 1 > ]
[ attributes increased: strength +20, speed +15, agility +12 ]
Ethan smirked and opened his status.
[ name: Ethan Sylvester ]
[ race: human ]
[ hp: 105 ]
[ rank: ascended – level 98 ]
[ aspect: water control A ]
[ attributes: strength 235, stamina 199, agility 197, speed 215, mana 170, intelligence 100, charm 12 ]
[ skills: phantom ghost A+, water serpent B+, swallow step A, traceless sword technique B–, star sword technique lvl 1 ]
"Good," he muttered. "With this, I can face a heavenly beast head-on… maybe even survive against a hellish one."
But one thing still annoyed him—his EXP remained blurred out. No matter how many times he called out to the voice, it refused to answer. Until finally—
"Good. You've learned to use the skill. Though useless, it will at least help you pass the test."
"Cough!" Ethan choked. "Useless?! I spent four damn months learning it!"
He scowled, but the voice continued calmly, "Don't worry. In time, it will prove useful. Now… shall we begin?"
"I'm ready."
The moment he spoke, an explosion erupted in the center of the grand hall. Dust and energy scattered. Ethan's eyes widened as he beheld it—
A colossal dragon. Its body was covered in blue scales, wings vast as airplanes, nine long necks rising like serpents. Flames of azure chaos burned from its jaws, scorching the air and raising the hall's temperature to unbearable heights.
"Damn! What the fuck—you want me to get killed?!" Ethan shrieked.
The system chimed.
[ new quest received: defeat the < chaos harbinger > to earn ???????? ]
[ due to system limitations you can only check on minor attributes of the creature ]
[ creature name: chaos harbinger ]
[ level: 149 ]
[ rank: heavenly beast ]
[ attributes: strength 400, stamina 400, agility 400, speed 400 ]
[ skills: chaos blue flame lvl 350, fireball chaos lvl 100 ]
Ethan's jaw dropped. "What?! This thing's stats are like a hellish beast… and you're calling it heavenly?!"
Still, his grip tightened on the Starless Sword. Fear was there, yes—but so was excitement. His lips curled into a grin.
"Fine. Let's make this fun."
And with that, Ethan dashed forward, sword blazing against the dragon's nine heads.
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THE MOCKERY OF MAN
BOOOM!A large explosion rang out. Gloria, Freddy, and Lynx were flung out through a shattered residential building. Dozens of humanoid beasts flooded them like a river. It was an ambush.Numerous injuries were seen on them like they came out from a horror movie. Freddy’s clothes were tattered. He was panting heavily. Lynx continued to maintain his focus.Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!Gloria threw many fireballs at the beasts, but they were strong. These beasts were at the peak of mutant-level beasts, which rivaled a middle-stage awakened. Gloria and Freddy were currently at the lower stage, but because of the constant battle they were beginning to enter the middle stage. Their attributes were slowly increasing.“Ethan!” Gloria shouted. Ethan was in the middle of dozens of beasts. He had drawn his [Death Blade], but he wasn't putting on any armour.Performing [Fiery Cloud Mountain Technique] together with [Starless Sword Technique], Ethan was like wind passing through even the narrowest spa
LOOTING
Looking at the billboard and Ethan's name, everyone was surprised and happy. At least one of their teammates was on the billboard."Ah, I am number 11," Freddy chuckled, looking at the class C aspect user, Ethan."Don't look at me. I defeated that monster toad, maybe that's what boosted my points," Ethan said calmly."Don't worry, everyone is on the rankings, which means we are already considered to have passed this trial. We may very well consider quitting now," Gloria said, happy she was number 15."Very well, how do you think we're gonna quit? I don't see any exit door," Ethan said, looking up and down as if searching for something."Damn you," Gloria cursed as she marched forward. Lynx and Freddy giggled. Ethan understood she was talking about safety, but he had bad news for her—ever since they entered this trial ground, nothing was safe.Ethan could still sense the powerful aura lurking around the ruins, but he couldn't lock onto its position. Anytime he tried reaching it, it esc
IMMORTAL SHOP
[Immortal shop opened][Listed items for sale][Weapons for sale ][Blue Goblin Spear tier 1: increases strength by 3. Price: 300 Astrum coins.][Iron Breaker Blade tier 2: increases strength by 5. Price: 550 Astrum coins.][Swift Bird Twin Dagger tier 2: increases speed and agility by 4. Price: 700 Astrum coins.][Boundary Pike tier 1: increases stamina by 4. Price: 400 Astrum coins.][Titan Grip Warhammer tier 1: increases stamina and strength by 5. Price: 800 Astrum coins.]Currently only 5 weapons were available in the weapon section, and the price was pretty high. The issue now was how he was going to get more Astrum coins. Because these weapons were at the low grade, what would happen when he levels up and needs stronger weapons?The only time the system awards him coins is when he fights high-level targets and completes special missions. Currently, he had about 3,800 Astrum coins which was considered poor since he could barely afford low-level weapons. Thinking about being poor
Fiery Cloud Mountain Technique
BangThe toad-like beast stood on its hind legs, its large toad eyes looking at Ethan with menace. Strangely, a bone-like weapon that looked like a hammer appeared in its hand.The aura of the beast had increased — probably at the middle-stage Sacred Beast.The tension in the air grew as the space became a bit heavy. Two gazes stared daggers at each other. If anyone should do stupidity and come in between them, they would instantly turn to mist.Ethan’s hand was on the hilt of his [Death Blade].The beast on the other side had its bone hammer on its back.“What! Does this guy have a death wish? I can feel its aura has increased!” a lady in purple armor cried out.Lynx, Gloria, and Freddy just stood there quietly. They were waiting for the moment.BOOOMLike a bullet let out of its pistol, the beast moved with frightening speed. Ethan just stood there unmoving.BangLike a mountain pressing down on an ant, the toad beast used its bone weapon on Ethan. The other awakened already thought
BATTLE ON
Shockwaves shook the entire area. Figures flew as they battled beasts head-on.It was now four hours since the beginning of the final trial. The awakened fought through the war-torn city. Most of them formed teams, while some chose to go solo.On top of a building, a fine teenage boy with silver hair and beautiful blue eyes that could capture souls stood. He looked around as if trying to figure out the depth of this hell.“What did you see?” a beautiful slender teenage girl asked.“Gods, it’s chaos in here,” Ethan said.With his [Third Eye], he could see a group of awakened—about five—battling a turtle-like beast. The beast had jagged, sharp edges for a shell.“That must be the boss,” he softly said.“Do they need help?” Lynx asked.“No, they’re doing pretty well,” Ethan said. He had been monitoring them for a couple of minutes now, and they were keeping the beast in a tight position.First, they isolated the boss—which should be a sacred beast—from its group. Because of how slow it w
SURVIVAL FOR THE FITTEST
"Sneaky bastard," Alex backed off, anger and fear in his eyes. "Look at what you've done. You have killed your fellow cadets. If the higher-ups hear about this your head will be chopped off in the public square." Alex looked with wide eyes."What kind of deranged person will pull off this massacre?" Alex thought, looking at Freddy."Oh really, you are talking about my head being chopped off in the public square. In this life it's survival of the fittest. You threatened me, so you deserve your fate," Ethan said as he began walking forward."Hahahaha," Alex laughed; his fearful face gone, replaced by calm mockery. "Of course I know it's survival of the fittest. These bunch of twats were too weak to adapt.""You see me and you have the same mind—I would like you and that girl to work for me," Alex said."Fool. You think you are going to see tomorrow?" Ethan said calmly."Hm, so much ego. You put up a great fight—I mean, you made me use my full strength, which no one under the Awakened ha
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