An Apprentice-6 was possible to create among tamers. They could gather the resource to pay for it.
But the price to become Apprentice-6 warriors was so high that the Tamers felt it was a waste to pursue it. Unfortunately, the Kingdom set such a high price that they would be paying three times the amount of the Apprentice-5. So the Tamers focused only on making others level up instead of pursuing this level.
After Rookie-4, the Tamers would take a long time to reach the next level through physical training. And the amount they had to pay to get the clearance to create an Apprentice-6 was already enough to push several Rookie-4 to the high Rookie-7 level. Thus, the tamers were never luxurious enough to create one. But now, they had a free conversion occurring.
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Dirk returned to the Tamers to report that a group of Pegasus had flown to the sky and ensure that no one else would move.Meanwhile, Xandra and Flay managed to approach the back of the enclosed valley.A massive amount of thick vines had rooted itself on the outskirts, and it was as if it covered all gaps between the trees, creating a towering wall.Yet even though the vines seemed to be tightening their hold on the forest, the trees seemed healthy.“Amazing. I’ve heard stories from the previous hunts... But I never thought it would look like this.” Flay admired.“They say that a powerful plant beast lives within. It protects the valley. The vines aren’t actually choking these trees but are only covering the path. But Dara is leading us straigh
Xandra's shocking statement caused the Pegasus to feel a strange ray of hope.Dara proudly bore Xandra and Flay as the group continued to talk.“I request that you give us a moment to discuss your interesting proposal. We wish to talk to your mount, Dara. We can see that she proudly carries both of you and values you as her ally. But we cannot trust that. Remove your power from her and allow us to talk to her.”Xandra shook her head.“I refuse. What you ask is impossible. A portion of Dara’s soul is within my Taming Jewel. Through this, we can communicate as our souls are speaking the very thoughts to each other. I can honestly say that while I am her master and that her soul is bound to me, her choice and pride to do that is her own.”“That I can certain for sure. You are not the only one with s
During Flay’s free moments, Kairo had once explained the qualities of the Elemental Cores. Elemental Cores were magical elemental powers that had ‘life’ of their own. They could naturally harness the energy and create forms of elemental energies on their own. Because of this miraculous state, Elemental Cores become one of the most necessary things for those who desire to grow stronger in power. And Elemental Cores were not only used by mages of all sorts. They are even used by warriors, knights, and other Brute practitioners. Even though Brute Power practitioners need to increase their Brute Power, those that control the elements are a class higher. Their attacks, defense, speed, and life force are generally stronger than those who do not have Brute Power. If two Brute practitioners of the same level fight, the one with the Elemental Core will easily win. In the Kingdom, Kairo assumed that given its very poor and illiterate state in terms of its knowledge of cultivation, those who a
The Battle Steed was the noblest of monsters in Monster’s Edge. It was also the dream mount of many. The scouting tamers would report of this glorious Steed marching across the planes. They were stronger than the Unicorns, who had majestic magic. However, while it was strong, the Brute power of the Unicorn was actually weak compared to monsters of the same level. The Battle Steed was a member of the Harass, which had amazing Brute Power. The Might Wolves could not even defeat these beasts, and only the Alpha wolves could threaten members of the Steed. Even Night Panthers feared when these stallions neighed. Whenever the Tamers hear the mighty hooves of the Battles Steeds resounding across the Grasslands, they feel safe. These Battle Steeds were also paramount to righteousness as the Scouting Tamers
The Tamers in the Hunt were demoralized from what had happened. They had arrived and could only wait outside of the forest. But as they saw the pitiful and wounded state of the Harass from afar, their morale fell even more.There were deaths among the tamers. Glum and Petra were missing, and now Flay, Xandra, and Elrik were gone.Dirk had arrived back and watched the state of the camp.“What exactly do we do now?” Dirk muttered.“Dirk! We need to have a meeting! We can’t keep up with this plan! Not with Glum and Petra missing! We have to call off the Hunt!” Exul shouted.“Call of the Hunt? Are you insane! That’s even more stupid!” Dirk answered irritably. His treatment of the traitors who would make suggestions to the plans now seemed very annoying to Dirk. However, he knew that the t
The entire Tamers saw how Flay mounted a Battle Steed and had a mixture of emotions.“Brother Flay is so awesome! He did it! At the start of this Hunt, He told me that he would get a Battle Steed, and he actually did it!” A young newbie shouted with amazement.“He lived a rather sad and mistreated life as a dud. Our Renfield family had found his worth and admired him for his great hearing and power. Yet none of the other families believed us and even treated our suggestions and comments with contempt. Only Dirk shared our same reactions. But now, the dud is the first to ride a Battle Steed and the first to have tamed two powerful monsters!” A newbie Renfield added as he watched and had a rare smile on his face.“Indeed. Flay’s deprived and sad life is now full of rewards. The one we called ‘d
Xandra’s words stunned everyone. Only those who have been initiated or met the Warlocks know of this code.Elrik felt a strange chill in his heart as he heard it.Exul and the rest also began to worry. What did it imply that she was a secret part of their group? And why did she have to hide her identity?“You really don’t understand, do you?! I was a necessary part of the team! My mother has long been a part of the Warlocks. She had met the Grand Warlock incidentally when the battle between Body and Soul against the Shamans was still taking place. My mother saved the Grand Warlock, and we have always been a part of their team! And we are not like you, mere members and servants. I am a part of the Warlocks Dark Order!” Xandra revealed many things that Kairo explained to her. She had used this past and twisted i
As Xandra talked with the traitors, Flay began to explain the last part of the plan. Daylo Portersteed was one of the Elite Portersteed Tamers. If not for Dirk taming the Great Eagle, he would have been the best. But now, his expression was that of shock. The more Flay revealed things, the more it made sense.Hunter Olvel was the best monster behavioral expert in this Hunt. Olvel’s were naturally born with smaller but fast frames among all the Tamers and were considered the fastest Tamer in terms of bodily movement speed in this Hunt. But, of course, Flay now holds this title. Sling Shax was the most experienced doctor-Tamer in the Hunt and commanded great respect with how he was able to bring many Tamers who were supposed to be doomed to die, to survive, and some were even heale
Flay was even more intrigued.He had just shown the entire Beastmaster tribe his ability, yet they were certain he would die.He had just fought against an Expert, and while others were skeptical of his attempts, it was still a very impressive feat.“I guess I shouldn’t press my luck. Besides, there are more important matters at hand… This place has too many enemies. I have to also regain much of my lost strength and awaken the Eos System.” Flay decided. If this Chimera was something so powerful that everyone was convinced he was still inadequate, he would have to pursue other means to gain strength.“What is this… chimera?” Estelle asked in the midst of the angry accusations of Darwood and Trailtree.“My king… That is the beast that we have sealed long ago. The creature who was once sealed at the death of my great grandfather.” Primeroot finally spoke.“Trovine Primeroot… The greatest Beast Master who achieved the impossible and reached beyond Great Expert…” The King recalled.“Yes.
Narood and the other experts and high-level adjuncts returned with a rather confident look on themselves.“It seems you finally are agreeing.” Flay smiled.“We will agree. That staff is too much of a prize for us. But... Instead of Tenscream, we will offer you another beast instead. An Expert just like Tenscream. But, you have to tame it. You are confident of taming them, aren’t you?” Narood smiled.“Hmmm... Depends. I’m not saying that I can tame any and all monsters. There are several that will take a lot of effort.” Flay recalled the monsters he faced in his world. Particularly, the Carcadon.“I wonder if they tamed him?” Flay thought to himself.The strange expression and distant gaze of Flay irritated the beastmasters.“Then since we are all agreed...” Narood smiled.“Go and start taming them. Of course, we will set a time limit. You have five minutes! Show us! Show us how one can be the pack leader of the wolves!” Narood taunted.Everyone gave a curious look at Flay.“Here’s a l
Flay's words caused a great commotion and surprise to all who listened.Zegwood was shocked at Flay's declaration. But as a few seconds passed, the arrogant rookie's implication and demand slowly settled in his head."What?! A mere Rookie demands to take away my Tamed Beast?!""I already took control of it and made it attack you. Why not?" Flay sneered."That...! That was a trick! An evil trick!""So? I have the skill! Has anyone ever controlled your monster apart from yourself?" Flay countered."My monster is linked to my staff! Without the staff, you wouldn't have tamed it!""Did anyone manage to tame your beast using the staff?" Flay asked.There was silence as everyone awkwardly looked at each other.Zegwood was turning blue from holding back his breath and the urge to smack the kid before him."And you were doing a poor job at managing the kennels, I'll tell you that much. The wolves would grow stronger if allowed to roam in the wild. I was only planning to tame a few wolves and
The three generals revealed their power, which made the beastmasters cower.These were the strongest generals who often guarded the walls!But as Kairo had explained, they were actually weaker!Most of the Experts didn't pay much heed to this. After all, the three could have only revealed whatever portion of their power they were comfortable with.Only those who knew of the poison were delighted at how fast the progress was. A few months ago, no changes could be seen. But now, it was becoming increasingly clear."... It's so rare to see all three of you abandon your post. Especially now that the Beast of Dark Savagery lingers outside our walls." Narood answered.His eyes had an arrogance in him, for he knew, soon, he would surpass these three!"The Beast of Dark Savagery has all been slain. Remember their sudden retreat in the last war? They were being summoned. And they were all killed by the Master of that boy you are trying to kill." Holy Knight Galavus answered with certainty.Eve
The people who closed the doors were now panicking to open the gates. They were being forced to keep them closed as one of the prominent beast-taming families gave the orders not to let anyone in. But now, with their lives and families on the line, no one dared to keep the gates closed and be charged with treason.Holy Knight Galavus was famous for the incident known as the Path of Red that occurred in the previous wars against the Joverus Kingdom Alliance.It was here that the power of the Kalenshore Kingdom was revealed.For while the rest practiced magic, they combined it with Brute power and revolutionized warfare.At the center of all this was Holy Knight Galavus, who was the strongest and eventually led the other Experts to his path.When a great battle between the kingdoms happened, an ambush forced the King to retreat.Galavus stayed and fought against several Experts and an army.But his defenses were simply too firm, and his Brute, too powerful that all the magics that struck
Flay continued his casual stroll about the kennels and observed the wolves one at a time.Secretly, Kairo was busy wandering just like a casual slime would and would approach the kennels.But unknown to them, the slime was draining the magic from the kennels as it moved from one place to the other.“Flay!” Darwood shouted as he rushed towards his ally. The rest of the team followed, except Vem.“You are being summoned back.” Darwood spoke.All of them could not look Flay in the eyes after they were all berated for accepting bribes.Flay shrugged and moved with them, but his slimes continued to wander about.No one took any concern of the slimes and walked back.Behind him was the chaos of the ongoing debate.“Where is he?!” An enraged official demanded.“Bring him back here before that troublemaker starts creating more chaos!”“He is here!” Darwood called out.“What’s going on?” Flay asked Darwood.Darwood looked very angry, annoyed at Flay’s casual behavior, and even wandered out.Da
The crowd was silenced by Flay's suggestion.If the Princess was saved, she could clarify everything being discussed."I'm sure she would settle and fix everything here." Flay also added."If it's the princess…" One of the High Adepts thought."The Princess? Why would we bring her here? Is she even the Princess?" The expert that healed Tenscream asked."What do you mean by... that?" Ephesus frowned."We know that within the kingdom, assassinations and infiltrations have happened. The Dark Priest enlists Mimics who have entered this city. Have you tested her to see if she is a mimic?""If you think mere mimics can stand before us and fool us, then we would not have been her guard! Is not Vallenhall with us?" Ephesus challenged."Indeed. Great Experts. I am High Adept Terence. Lava Mage and Formation Specialist. This was a suspicion we had, and I already used an area magic to see whether or not she was the Princess. After all, Mimics are fearful of the fire. But the Princess shot her ma
The fight and even the interruption of the Expert happened so fast.Apart from Ephesus, all of the allies of the Princess were watching from the side.The traitor Vem couldn’t believe what he had just witnessed. He hoped the boy would die, but the battle that transpired before him ended with an Expert down on the ground.If he hadn’t seen it, he wouldn’t have believed that a Rookie was able to bringThe strongest members of the Beast Master clan arrived.Surrounding the few Experts were also members of the tribe's elites. The commotion had caused anyone near to scurry over to see what had happened. The strongest high-level Adepts accompanied the few experts.The Expert, who shouted at Flay and summoned a powerful Brute voice, was startled at his fast reaction.One of the Adepts had moved over to the frog, and by injecting Brute, the energy invading the frog’s heart was dispelled.To hide his secret, Flay stopped pressuring the frog by enslaving it with his Pluton powers. The staff tha
Because of Flay’s innate ability to gauge a person's Brute and Magic energy, Flay could quickly tell where he could land a powerful damage. He knew that Ephesus would go to his defense. He commanded the Cerberus to make a bite on the other leg. The Brute energy was divided between the legs and the arm. And because of this, Flay weakened that part of the body. Flay’s pitiful strength of 12 points, added with 20 points of Brute energy, half of his defenses of 17 points, and 10 points worth of magic, totaled 59 points worth of punch. This attack would be equal to a mid-level apprentice's. It shouldn’t leave damage to the defenses of any average expert. But in that specific scenario, the guard of Zegwood and the natural vulnerability of that area was enough. Had his stat point been three points lower, this attack would not have worked, and if the Expert was in any way more guarded, then his natural Brute could easily defend against it. POW! Flay's fist dug deep into the groin as it