Leon stood atop a rocky outcrop, gazing at the vast expanse of the wilderness before him. The wind howled through the jagged cliffs, carrying with it the scent of blood and battle. His grip tightened around his weapon as he recalled the devastating loss of Fenrir. The Divine Beast, his strongest companion, was now sealed away beyond his reach. The memory of his helplessness against Gaia's Divine Envoy burned deep into his soul.
But he refused to remain powerless.
His journey was far from over. If he wanted to reclaim Fenrir and surpass the limits of this world, he had to grow stronger—much stronger.
A New Plan
Leon had already decided on his next course of action. His immediate goal was to reach Level 250 before setting foot in the Elven Continent. He wouldn't waste any time dwelling on his defeat. Instead, he would use it as fuel to propel himself forward.
Looking at his status screen, his level sat at Level 65. A long way to go, but not impossible.
The upcoming grind wouldn't be easy, but he welcomed the challenge. Fortunately, he still had his vast knowledge of the game's hidden locations, dangerous dungeons, and the rarest beasts that could accelerate his growth.
But first, he needed to find a new beast companion.
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The Hunt Begins
Leon ventured deep into the Shadowveil Forest, a dense, mist-laden region teeming with powerful creatures. This place was infamous for its Phantom Beasts, creatures that moved between the physical and ethereal realms, making them incredibly difficult to fight.
His sharp gaze scanned his surroundings as he tread carefully through the eerie woodland. The silence was unsettling—too unnatural for a place crawling with monsters.
A flicker of movement.
Leon barely had a second to react before a shadow lunged at him from the dense foliage.
[Phantom Stalker – Grade: Mythic]
A jet-black feline beast with piercing silver eyes emerged, its form flickering like a mirage. It was a creature built for assassination, capable of phasing through attacks and striking from the shadows.
Leon smirked.
"This is a good start."
Without hesitation, he activated Beast Tamer's Insight, analyzing the Phantom Stalker's abilities.
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