The moment the blue screen flickered to life before me, I felt a rush of exhilaration. The familiar interface of the System Status was like a portal into my potential, a glimpse into the power I was beginning to wield.
[System Status]
[Noah von Agustus]
Race: Human
Age: 16
Level: 5
Class: None
Potential: Limitless
(Basic Stats)
• Strength: E+
• Agility: E+
• Endurance: E+
• Intelligence: C+
• Charm: S+
• Mana: E+
(Skills)
• Skill Weaver
• Mana Acceleration
• Flash Step
• Fireball
• Basic Swordsmanship
• Mana Sense
• Mana Control
System Skill: Authority of Creation
"So, I'm level 5 now," I murmured, excitement bubbling within me as I scrolled through my stats. "And I've got a new skill! Let's see what it can do."
[Mana Control (Passive)]
Rank: A
Description: Allows the host to better control and manipulate their mana. This skill increases the user's ability to channel mana more efficiently, making spells stronger and more precise.
Effect:
Increases mana efficiency by 10%.
Reduces mana cost of spells by 5%.
Improves spell accuracy by 5%.
Additional Notes:
This skill is foundational for anyone who wants to be a mage or use magic effectively.
The skill can be upgraded to higher ranks, increasing its effects.
This skill doesn't increase the amount of mana the user has, but it helps them use the mana they have more effectively.
"Cool! With this, my control over mana will be better. Maybe I can finally use Mana Bullet effectively. I can even fuse fire with it!" I chuckled, the possibilities swirling in my mind.
But I was aware of my limitations. Fireball was my only offensive spell, and I lacked any nature-type magic. I needed something to protect myself from incoming spells.
Then it hit me. "How could I forget that broken skill?" My heart raced with anticipation. "System, create the skill!"
[25 SP has been taken to create the skill]
[Skill has been Created]
[Does the Host wish to see the skill?]
"Yes!" I exclaimed, barely able to contain my excitement.
As the details of the new skill materialized, I couldn't help but laugh maniacally. "This is going to be epic! I can't wait to see their reactions!"
Two days passed in a blur of training and preparation. Tomorrow was the assessment, and I had not wasted a moment. I honed my proficiency in fire magic, mastering a new spell: Fire Blast. I also learned a nature-type healing spell, Nature's Embrace.
Finally, I completed my Mana Bullet. This skill, crafted purely from mana, could be infused with any element. It was a game-changer, a surprise waiting to be unleashed.
[Fire Blast (Active)]
Rank: C
Type: Fire
Mana Cost: 25
Cooldown: 8 seconds
Description: A powerful fire spell that unleashes a fiery explosion in front of the user, engulfing a small area in flames.
Effect:
Deals 15 damage to all enemies within a 5-meter radius.
[Nature's Embrace (Active)]
Rank: C
Type: Nature
Mana Cost: 30
Cooldown: 15 seconds
Description: A potent healing spell that channels the restorative power of nature, healing all allies within a small radius.
Effect:
Heals 25% health in 5 seconds to all allies within a 2-meter radius.
[Mana Bullet (Active)]
Rank: A+
Type: Universal (Can be infused with any element)
Mana Cost: 40
Cooldown: 5 seconds
Description: A highly versatile skill that condenses raw mana into a powerful projectile. The bullet can be infused with any element, granting it unique properties and effects.
Effect:
Deals 25 damage to a single target. The damage type and additional effects are determined by the element infused into the bullet.
The versatility of the Mana Bullet was astounding. It could serve both offensive and defensive purposes, adapting to any situation. I felt a surge of confidence; I was ready for whatever challenges lay ahead.
Currently, I was in the library, preparing for my written assessment. Stacks of books surrounded me, but with Mana Acceleration, memorizing the contents of fifty books in five minutes felt like child's play. With only five minutes left before the skill's cooldown, I decided to search for a sword technique.
"Found one!" I exclaimed, my eyes lighting up as I read through the pages.
[Host has learned the Grade 3 Sword Art. Does the host wish to see the Sword Art?]
"Yes, show me!" I commanded eagerly.
[Sword Art: Eclipse Blade]
Grade: III
Form 1: Shadow Strike - Harnesses mana to enhance the blade's cutting power, delivering swift, powerful strikes that catch opponents off guard.
Form 2: Gale Dance - Focuses on speed and agility, allowing for rapid, flowing movements that create a series of quick slashes, making it difficult for opponents to predict the next move.
Form 3: Phantom Edge - Combines mana and speed to create a blade that blurs with motion, allowing for precise strikes and quick counters.
"This is perfect for me!" I mused, envisioning how I would integrate this art with my basic swordsmanship.
"Let's go! I can't wait to try it!" I grinned, the thrill of anticipation coursing through me. Tomorrow would be the day I showcased my newfound skills, and I was ready to make my mark.