Late into the night, Evan remained awake, his gaze fixed intently on his status window. After the exhausting battle that ended with Darius's defeat, Evan realized his powers had increased. In the corner of his status window, a new ability had appeared, one he hadn't possessed before: Metal Manipulation.Evan sighed deeply, contemplating this change. He remembered when he defeated Seraphine, how the woman's power had transferred to him, granting Evan control over the water element. And now, after his battle with Darius, the power to control metal—Darius's signature ability—had become his.His mind raced rapidly. If every time he defeated a strong opponent, he gained their powers, then his potential for growth in the future would be immense. This was not merely an additional ability; it was the potential to become far stronger than he had ever imagined.Evan understood what this meant. He was increasingly motivated to face Victor and his subordinates, not just as enemies to be defeated,
In the city of Arcadia, the usually calm morning turned into one of anxiety as the sky above began to change rapidly. Thick dark clouds gathered in the sky, moving at an unnatural speed as if a mysterious force was driving them. The sunlight, which typically illuminated the city's streets, was now completely obscured, giving the impression that night had fallen earlier than usual.People on the streets began to sense the strange phenomena unfolding. Those who had been strolling leisurely now quickened their pace, seeking shelter from whatever they felt approaching. A distant rumble echoed from afar, shaking the ground beneath their feet. The warm air abruptly turned cold, piercing to the bone and causing everyone outside to shiver.The once-bustling market suddenly fell silent as vendors hurriedly closed their stalls, securing their goods while casting worried glances at the sky. Children, who usually played cheerfully in the park, were called home by their parents, who sensed somethi
Chaos spread everywhere. It wasn't just Arcadia City; other cities were experiencing the same turmoil. In the ominous night, the sky was darkened by thick black clouds, and red lightning continuously flashed. This calamity was the result of a meticulously planned ritual by Victor.From his office in a skyscraper, Victor observed the chaos with satisfaction. He stood behind a large floor-to-ceiling glass window, looking down at the tumultuous city below. His cold, calculating expression reflected the dark pleasure he felt at the success of his plan to create widespread disorder.Victor gazed at the terrifying scene below with eyes gleaming with satisfaction. "Finally, everything is as I wanted," he whispered to himself. "The world is undergoing the reconstruction it should, and this chaos is the first step toward my ultimate goal."Around Victor, the luxurious and modern office contrasted sharply with the turmoil outside. The marble floors and clean glass walls showed no sign of the de
In front of the menacing black vortex, Evan, Aria, and Liam discussed seriously. They had spent several hours searching for artifacts or clues around the location, but all their efforts seemed in vain. There were no signs of ritual materials or magical components that could help them close the dimensional rift.Tension etched Evan's face as he scrutinized the vortex with frustration. "We haven't found anything around here. What should we do now?"Aria, appearing tired but still focused, wiped sweat from her brow. "We might not have many options left but to try entering the rift."Liam looked at Aria with concern. "Entering the rift? Isn't that too dangerous?"Aria nodded. "Yes, it might be our only option. If this rift can be used to release these creatures, perhaps we can use the same way to enter and close it from within. However, we don't know what terrain or enemies we might face in that dimension."Evan furrowed his brow. "True, we don’t know what’s inside, but if we can't close
Evan, Aria, and Liam treaded carefully in this unfamiliar world, observing every detail that seemed strange. The trees with purple leaves and the fruits that glowed softly at night heightened their sense of alertness. Around them, the sounds of unknown creatures echoed, adding to the ominous atmosphere.“Do you think we’re still in the same world?” Liam asked, his voice low but filled with concern.Aria shook her head slowly, her eyes sharp as she scanned the surroundings. “This is clearly not our world. The energy here feels different, heavier, and… denser,” she replied, gripping her sword more tightly.Evan nodded, carefully surveying the area. “We need to stay vigilant. This world might look strange, but danger could come from anywhere.”They continued their journey, passing by strange and unusual creatures they had never encountered before. These creatures watched from afar, their eyes gleaming oddly under the dim light of the moon.When they reached a village that seemed suspicio
That night, under a sky unfamiliar to them, filled with stars they did not recognize, Evan, Aria, and Liam gathered around a small campfire they had made. The quiet of the forest heightened their tension, while the shadow of the large Goblin tent loomed ominously in the distance.Aria broke the silence, "We need to move quickly. We can't stay here for too long. Who knows what's happening in our world right now."Evan nodded, fully aware that every second they spent here could be fatal for those they left behind in Arcadia. "I agree. But we can't be reckless. We need a solid plan before we enter that village. The tent in the middle of the village is clearly the center, and where the large magical power is coming from."Liam, who had been silent until now, finally spoke up. "If we can reach that tent without being detected, we might be able to get information or even find a way to close the dimensional rift."Aria stared at the campfire seriously. "Tonight we need to assign tasks. Who w
Aria and Liam hurried toward their rendezvous point, but their steps faltered when they saw thick smoke and flames rising from within the Goblin village. Panic and dread spread between them as they stared at the fire beginning to spread around the large tent.Aria looked at Liam anxiously. "Did Evan really start the attack without coordinating with us?"Liam frowned, also looking concerned. "Most likely. But we can't just stand here. We need to find out what's happening and make sure Evan is safe."Aria nodded, and quickly they both decided to turn back toward the Goblin village, but their path to reach Evan was not easily accessible.The route they took was filled with goblins running in fear, trapped in the spreading fire. The closer they got to the large tent, the more goblins they encountered.They had no choice but to confront a group of goblins that had just emerged from the burning tent. Aria and Liam had to fight. Aria drew her magic staff and moved quickly, chanting a wind sp
The battle between Evan and the Goblin Chief entered a new, more intense, and thrilling phase. Inside the destroyed tent, the atmosphere was tense and chaotic, enveloping the space.Evan stood in the middle of the battlefield, now filled with debris and dust, while the large and muscular Goblin Chief moved with surprising strength. The Goblin Chief let out a terrifying roar, and with one swing of his staff surrounded by dark energy, he created a shockwave that swept through the entire area, shaking the ground and forcing Evan to struggle to stay on his feet.Evan dodged the attack with impressive speed, moving across the scattered debris. With quick, trained movements, he swung his sword that emitted a bright blue light, slashing toward the Goblin Chief. However, the Goblin Chief used his staff to parry the attack with immense force, causing magical sparks to fly.Evan realized that his physical attacks were not effective enough against the dark power possessed by the Goblin Chief. He