There was a way to cultivate your physique stats and that was by absorbing stat crystal. There were crystals called Strength crystal, Dexterity crystal, Endurance crystal, and Focus crystal. There were also Health, Mana, and, Stamina crystals and their regeneration crystals. There was also a Skill crystal that you can use to upgrade your skill.As such, it can help in raising your physique stats by absorbing the crystals while cultivating your physique. Ainz as well as the others ventured into the monsters' forest to collect those. Having a sword on his waist and leather armor with a curved dagger on his back. He also got a shield on his back. A bow and a quiver of arrows were on his back. He also didn't forget to bring potions with him. With his bedroll attached to his backpack, he was ready to go on an adventure. Also brought his rations with him, dried meat that was ready to be made into soup with just water and salt. They went on an adventure on the edge of human settlements. T
Ainz lacked the fundamental physique stats needed. And also, he needed more training. His skills were decent but not strong enough to face the next test of his might. He would have to be stronger and more cunning in battle. Especially when using skills. His Dexterity still lacked and even though it was by far the greatest in numbers. He would need also his strength to be higher or greater.His endurance was low and so he will have to also increase it too. By killing gargoyles boss that were giving +1 Endurance and +10 Health points. Or a Demon bear boss that gives +3 Strength and +3 Endurance. It also gives +10 health points as a bonus. The perfect monster to kill with his shortage of physique stats. He was stronger in the past but it was only a memory. He will have to regain his strength back as well as his powers.He will have to strive harder and the path he will take will be arduous. Without a guardian that will be his teacher, he will have to be on a solo. It was then, that t
Ainz and his rag-tag team went to school together. Met in his dorm and then started to pave the way toward the school. They were all attired in their student uniforms with a white polo and dark slacks on the bottom. They paved the brick road and passed by several gardens of tulips and roses. The morning breeze was chilly and their clothes flutter. It was a windy day at that time and the smell of flowers was carried by the wind. Ainz then was seen as quiet and serious. Making them worry about him. They soon started to talk to him to at least make the mood lively. 'The great calamity is coming near and we should act fast. We are still weak at the moment and we can't change our fate without absolute power,' Ainz was in his thoughts, staring at the horizon while walking."Ainz!" shouted Druin while patting his shoulders from the back."Hey! Call him master!" Truin yelled at him while smacking the back of his head."Oh! Sorry sorry, you see you are staring at a blank space. Might tell
The class started and sir Braun talked about the history of their current era. Where the Empire fell from the attack of the Demon God and its vassals of Demon Lords. Ainz knew it all as it was just common knowledge. But what baffled Ainz was, the history of the first era where many Legends ascended to godhood.They created their own worlds and ruled them in hidden dimensions. And it was all due to the Book of Law which has 15 volumes. His Book of Law was called The Law of Time and he just recently discovered that he can have a second chance. Which led to being here at that moment when he went back to being a baby. Sadly, when the attack of the Demon God on their world came, all portals from the ascended gods that were once humans were cut off. And they cannot help humans at all. Basically, the 14 volumes of the book of Law were currently in their possession. And the Book of Law that governs time was lost and was yet to be found. But Ainz knew where it was currently, as it went back i
Ainz then prepared for the coming examination. He and his team needed to at least pass it so they would be included in the prodigy classes. He also made a briefing for them to join him in his training. They soon agreed with his call.Morning came and they were already outside of his room. Druin and the others were still yawning as they still felt sleepy."Guys! All of you! In a pumping position!" Ainz yelled at them.They can wanna cry at the moment. Others were still tired and their thighs still hurt from their past exercises. Also, they felt weak after a few days of tiring practice.They soon made sit-ups and push-ups. Then ran around the courtyard. Ainz then put weights on their arms and feet and they can only weep as they were barely able to lift their feet and arms. "Man, I can't move a bit. We are so tired, master!" Astrid complained. They all have a weary mood right at that moment. "Endure it, we can't surrender yet!" Astrid consoled him. Patting his back."Your foundations
Examination arrived and it was time for them to be assessed whether they would pass or not. Failing only means one thing and it was to be expelled. That's why Ainz was heavily training them all out. Having been training for several days, they all felt confident. But as for Ainz, he was the anxious one.He was the weakest of them all that's why. And he was not bragging that he was their leader. He was ashamed that he was the weakest. That, he walked towards the school. He walked towards the school as well as the others. They accompanied him along the way. "Master, you look pale and sweating. Any problems?" Asked Truin looking worried."Uh that, haha. Just a bit tense and excited on the examination that is," Ainz said in a low voice. "Oh, I see, well master is the strongest! No examination will be too hard for him!" Ellis then coughed. "Haha, I see. We should hurry up as we walk," Ainz said to them.There were many students aside from them. They were also heading to the testing site
Ainz immediately went up from his bed and then prepared for the meantime. He has a mission to clear and he prepared. Their family was indebted to a corrupt lord named Lezar. He was wealthy and had a slavery market under his hands. Also has many henchmen that fetch slave-to-be and raid the villages to loot them. Also, burn them to the ground.Ainz was biting his lower lips and he loathed the person. He was a big fatty with a mustache that he liked to stroke much. Ainz met him in the past and he didn't expect that he would meet him this fast in his second life. He would not think twice to sell off his citizens that can't pay their debts for a certain price. And so, he went to his realm. His people were barely surviving and many were poor enough to become slaves as they couldn't meet the quota of their lord per harvest. Making many people become his slaves and sold in the slave market. Ainz walked in the streets and was disguised with his hoody robes. He saw many famished villagers al
Ainz gave them food but he was not yet finished. He bribed each lord to give their slaves and beggars for him and gave them a huge sum of money. Well, he transported them into his realm immediately. Ainz then contacted the Alchemist guild and converted his money to construction materials and food. Also hired many workers in different fields.A great migration happened and it sure news to tell in every tavern of Venafar. The news spread like a wildfire in every man's mouth."You know that Lord of Bloodsworn realm was recruiting many beggars and let them eat! I am amazed that even the slaves are made into common citizens and even given a roof to sleep on," said one beggar."Really? We must go and see for ourselves! We can live better there," said another beggar to him.They all said good news and they were all having fun while discussing it. They soon made preparations for their migration. Meanwhile, located inside the slavers market. The place was dark and many weak groans were heard
The morning was breezy and the cold winds assaulted the village. Battering against the roofs and windows of the houses as the villagers huddled inside. The citizens shivers as fall was coming. Making them prepare for winter for now.Others have prepared already and stocked dry woods and food. Others were warmed inside their houses and were settled while sipping soup.Ainz was not excempted from the cold winds but the training must proceed no matter what. For Ainz, time was gold. It would be a waste if he would just huddle inside his cozy room for now. Also, he was in dire straights if he would just waste time. Minding that enemies would attack anytime soon. And so, he thought that he needed to get stronger as soon as possible. Learning all he needed to know in primordial techniques that he needed to know. As far as his progress was, he was still halfway there. More techniques await!Ainz was in the training field as well as Marvin. He was tasked to train Ainz this time. With the ot
Ainz's training in Voyaging was indeed a fruitful one. The Primordials were already excited for their turn. Well, their turn would come sooner than later. It would be set in fate, time is only the one to pass.It was afternoon and the sun was about to set. The training ground was a mess with all those duels with Ragnar. Learning basic combat from him was just easy. As Ainz was already a martial arts grandmaster. He was able to defeat Ragnar several times already using the Voyaging skills and fighting style. As for Ainz, his fighting style was honed throughout the years. And it was mixing up now. A bit of a bad habit that Ainz has gained. He was confused as to what he would use. The fencing style was new for him and he still has to learn such style. It was more of a deflect and thrust style. A bit different from a swordsman's way of fighting. Nevertheless, it was still a good style. Ainz rested for a while but the time was of the essence. He immediately told Ragnar to continue their
Ragnar was on his high horse to teach his Lord. Making him try his best to impart his knowledge and skills. In the training field, Ainz was first taught the skill types and then their use. He was first briefed about his training this week and it would take time to learn them all.In the past when he was still young, even before the primordial wars where Gods, Demons, and, Humans were still battling, he has not trained in the arts of Primordial techniques. Making him a newbie to all of it.They were very secretive and he can only train in martial arts for the war and did not have skills. Reaching the blurred realm of martial arts made him kill several Gods and Demons. That was the trump card of humanity as well as the Primordial technique. Making the humans weak but having the greatest potential. Given the time to grow, they could move mountains. Though the end of the war was a stalemate. After all, the parties suffered great casualties, but they all stopped the war. The Demon gods s
Ainz was in his war room and he was surrounded by the 8 primordials. They looked menacing, all confident, and eager to teach. Apt to do and able to. They all were ready and Ainz was concerned and they were overzealous to teach him. Eyes were sparkling with a burning passion. He was like a cornered rat from a cat. Being taught by them was what was his dream. Now the problem was if they would overdo it. He would be having trouble catching up.He needed to be prepared. Especially his mind and heart. It would soon start and he would be training in their arts. All would be in the right place and at the right time. He would be having a rigorous week ahead. His rest would be short-lived and his peaceful days would have to end shortly. They were ready to let the class begin. As far as Ainz was concerned, they would teach him their techniques and it would be tasking on their part."We will teach you the basics. The Primordial technique was divided into 8 groups of clans that merged. Having
"What? Longevity? How?" They all chorused."I will teach you how first," Ainz winked his left eye. "Follow me then," he said.They all followed him and they went inside his room. "Find a comfortable spot to sit and then we will start," Ainz commanded them.They heeded his advice and then sat on the floor. Others were on his bed. "Okay, then we will start," Ainz then started his instructions, "First was to sense the specks of mana in the body. Next was to absorb it towards your mana core. Slowly, you will absorb the mana in the air. After that, you will expel impurities from your body with every rank up. Easy right?" They soon look at each other and then start to get it. They soon started to cultivate and then they all were fast in their progress. Having years of battle experience made them fast to adapt. Although they were a little late compared to those of the outside world. They soon made a breakthrough and they sweated impurities. Making them reach Earth realm stage 2."Continu
Ainz went outside the Lord's Hall and walked towards the three areas where the edges of the village were. He watched and observed while picturing out the imaginary pillars that he would construct.As for the pillars, they were the Demon-killing arrays or the Murim, Elemental, and Integrator arrays. The next ones were the Demon-stopping barriers or the Demon weakening barrier, Monster repelling barrier, and Shield barrier. "This is a good place to put them," he made a square out of his fingers while watching its hole as he looked from afar. He needed to put a contingency plan when it comes to protecting the village. He doesn't know how strong the enemies were. As for these barriers and arrays, it could only protect them from Legend rank enemies and below. As for mythical to god-rank demons, it would not be as much effective. They needed to at least on themselves or from the Gods that ascended. Well, they were all his past comrades and maybe could help in direst times. As for his prow
Ainz together with his men escorted the visitors toward their village. These men felt domineering and would be seen as strong ones even just at a glance. His men were always looking at them for a moment and couldn't help but be amazed at their looks.The tribes sure have their battle attire and make them look different from each other. As they marched towards the roads, the tribes were having a chit-chat with each other along the road."Eon, can we trust these people?" Leon asked."Maybe, they are the only humans we could ask for help," he replied then coughed."Can we liberate them?" Pain asked, Eon jolted and then replied, "Of course not! Have you seen their patrol groups? They are already that strong!" he then lowered his voice."We should think of them as allies that could fight the common enemy," Eon then patted their backs.They soon arrived at the village and saw a concealing barrier erected. Ainz then opened it and they entered. They were shocked that they already have advance
Ainz tested the 700 new villagers and they all were assigned to their martial paths and became cultivators. He was in his new Lord's Hall and was in his room. He was sipping coffee that they freshly brewed and was watching the new census of the village population. Frederick entered giving him freshly baked bread. He has a younger look and his wrinkles have disappeared. Ainz thought that it was due to his cultivation that his impurities have washed out from his body. "Sir, your bread," he closed the door and then paved towards Ainz. He had assumed the position of doing the task of being Ainz's butler. "Thanks, Frederick. How's the realm?" Ainz asked."The scouts reported that there was a disturbance in the forest. Seems trouble was approaching," he was looking at Ainz with a more serious look. "I see, let us investigate more," Ainz felt curious and so, he investigated himself. Together with the scouts, they traveled in the forest and scouted while encompassing the realm. The forest
The scouts saw the upcoming army and the villagers saw them up in the hills. The wind was whooshing as they saw them. Having the weather in a chilly and shady atmosphere. The flags fluttered as the demons carried them. Making them seen as having protruding poles in their vast formations. The drums beat again as they started to march. Other demons were in the skies and they flocked toward them. The General was on the skies, armored with golden full-plated armor. Watching the vast village that he could liberate. He was thinking of making them punished for their insolence and they should not return to them as slaves once more. Their deaths would pay the price of angering them. "Kill them!" the general shouted.They soon attacked from the air and the land. Both forces were in a thousand. Thinking of their numbers, it would be a tough fight. Ainz then saw them and the cultivators were only numbered 300 plus. It would be a total disadvantage if they would only rely on their numbers.But