"What brings you to our humble abode, sir?" inquired the old man, his demeanor hospitable."I require accommodations for my party," I stated simply, leaving the specifics unspoken as I awaited the village head's response.The old man gazed upon the youthful man with vibrant, golden locks, and in his weathered eyes, a glimmer of hope ignited. It was as if a treasure trove of gleaming gold coins had arrived at the doorstep of his humble village, promising a brighter future and a chance to escape the shackles of poverty that had long weighed upon his community.The ornate carriage, adorned with intricate designs and pulled by a team of majestic steeds, was a sight to behold. The guards, clad in exquisite armour that shimmered in the sunlight, stood tall and proud, their very presence commanding respect and awe. Even the warhorse, with its regal bearing and meticulously groomed coat, seemed to exude an air of superiority and privilege.This was precisely the scene that the old man's grea
As the morning sun peeked through the windows, I turned to the old man with a mix of curiosity and awe. "Tell me more about that tower," I urged, my voice laced with anticipation.The old man's eyes sparkled with pride as he began to speak. "Ah, the Ancient Tower!" His voice boomed, echoing through the room. "That magnificent structure is our guardian, our shield against the terrors that lurk in the forest. It's said to be capable of felling even a B-rank monster with a single, mighty blow!"I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder. "The Ancient Tower?" I repeated, my tone laced with doubt. "I never would have imagined such a marvel existed in a humble village like yours."The old man's face creased into a warm smile. "Yes, my young friend. That tower has stood watch over our village for nigh on ten years now. It was a blessing from the Blue Magic Tower, which expanded its domain and offered its protection to the surrounding villages and towns. Of course, we pay our taxes in gratitu
Sia's decision to join the Blue Tower was driven by her desire to conduct research on a mysterious stone tablet. As a unique blend of celestial and human heritage, her father, who had wed her mother, a mage affiliated with the Blue Tower, added to her intrigue. Despite numerous discussions within the Tower about the enigmatic stone tablet's history, even the founder of the adventurer association, with all its vast connections, failed to unravel its secrets.Some of Sia's older family members even speculated that the stone tablet was not constructed by the Blue Tower; rather, the Tower had established its realm around it. Interestingly, the language inscribed on the tablet was the common tongue spoken in the empire.{Unveiling the Enigma of Magic}With just a handful of words, Sia couldn't shake off the weight settling in her heart. For mages, unlocking the secrets of powerful magic was their ultimate quest, overshadowing all other pursuits.According to the numerous mages and scholar
I just wanted to test Roland’s ability to track down people, I don’t actually would want him to fight off against Zikk. Although Roland has improved a lot, he is still a far cry away from reaching Zikk’s power levels. "Emmanuel, Lily, and Theo!" I called out, my voice resonating with authority and expectation."Yes, my lord," they replied in unison, their voices tinged with a mix of reverence and nervousness."Have you etched the intricate patterns of the magic circle into your minds?" I thundered, my words carrying a weight of urgency and intensity.The trio of young apprentices shrank back slightly, their hands instinctively finding refuge behind their backs, a gesture of respect and readiness. Their eyes, wide with a blend of determination and apprehension, locked onto mine, unable to form words under the weight of my gaze.Silence enveloped us, thick with the unspoken challenge and the unyielding demand for perfection in their training. A chuckle escaped my lips as I observed t
"We'll be back by evening!" they chorused, their voices filled with gratitude and excitement, as they set out to experience the wonders of Sapphire City.Roland, a muscular man, stood before me with a determined gaze. His words echoed with unwavering loyalty, "I will follow you, My lord." Yet, as he spoke, a subtle tremor betrayed his nerves, hinting at the weight of his decision.I observed him closely, noting the contrast between his imposing physique and his apparent disinterest in the arcane arts. Unlike the three young apprentices, Roland seemed drawn to a different path, one that resonated with my own summon, Dray. It was as if these muscular souls shared an unspoken kinship, a bond forged through their shared preference for physical prowess over magical might.A chuckle escaped my lips as I contemplated the irony of their similarities."Roland, have you no desire to explore this enchanting city?" I inquired, my voice tinged with excitement at the magical possibilities that surr
I lost all my senses as I was enveloped in the terrifying darkness. I felt as if I was separated from everything I had a connection with, the material world, my senses. Trying to remember what happened to me, but all I could remember was that I died and found myself in a strange place before everything became filled with darkness. Yes, I remember one more thing. The voice I heard before being enveloped in darkness was saying something about some system activating. While I was dwelling in these thoughts, sounds began to come in from all directions and just as it reaches me, I hear a voice. [System Activation Successful] [Status] [Level:1] Is this what I think it is..... [Stats] HP: 50 DEF: 15 ATK: 9 [Other stats are locked] Holy shit! So if I am correct, I just got reincarnated into some world with a system. Does this mean I am some hero with OP skills like in those novels I read!?
I saw it, something I never would have wanted to see.A beast that I have seen in the games I have played. The epitome of strength, brutality and madness.Orcs.It made me come to the reality that the world I am in now is not Earth anymore. All this time I was still going easy with everything treating it as if I am in some game.The wolflike beast that I saw earlier is being held in one of its arms as it uses the other to tear it in half. Just to remind you, the wolflike beast is at least 3 times larger than me, but it wasn't even worth comparing to that Orc.I thought that Orcs were at least twice the size of a human but the one I am seeing right now is easily 5 times the size. that also makes me realize how gigantic this place is. Even though the Orc is almost 15m in height, it doesn't even reach half the length of this place from the ground to the ceiling.Does this mean that there are monsters or beast that is larger than the Orc in fron
[Stealth has reached level 3]Hmm? Nice! Skill level up!But how did it levelled up? I didn't even hide...I get it. What I am doing in this hole is hiding! Does that actually count? This is such a huge opportunity to farm my skill level for my stealth. I should try and see what other skills I can level up in this way.I'll think about that later, I need to hunt today. It's not every day I'll get free food from the Orcs. But engaging in combat means instant death for me based on the monster I have met till now.I'm sure there are other weaker monsters in this place, Right!!?? If not I am totally screwed.I also need a safer place as my shelter, the hole I am staying in now may be safe for now but if I am found it's more like a death trap cause I have no way out.I'm so hungry...Hiding in my shelter there's only one thing on my mind.FOOD!!I'm starting to remember all the delicious foods I have eaten in my previous life,