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The Successor System Battle in the Abandoned City
Art couldn't believe what was in front of him. He stared at the figure, barely daring to blink. Beside him, Asura stood frozen in disbelief. She had long awaited this moment, but now that it had arrived, uncertainty gnawed at her resolve.The entity before them was unlike anything they’d encountered. Humanoid in shape but far from human, it stood tall at 6’5, with ash-gray skin adorned with glowing, intricate runes that pulsed faintly. Its features—ears, nose, a mouth, and piercing blue eyes—hinted at humanity, but its presence radiated something far more sinister.Both Art and Asura recognized its overwhelming strength—it exuded the raw power of a B-rank beast. The mere thought of facing it dredged up bitter memories for Asura. Her last similar situation didn't end well.The ash figure remained motionless, staring them down. Its gaze bore a weight that pressed on them like a physical force, suffocating and unrelenting. Neither of them dared to move. They knew that any sudden action c
The Successor System Battle in the Abandoned City 2
The ash humanoid advanced, its blue inscriptions pulsing brighter as if mocking their earlier attempts. Asura wiped a streak of dirt from her cheek, her frost-coated fingers trembling slightly. Her chest heaved with labored breaths, but her eyes stayed fixed on the figure.Art stood nearby, his body rigid as he assessed the creature’s every movement. The orb in his hand flickered faintly, its surface seeming to ripple with latent energy.“We need to end this quickly,” he said, his voice steady but tense.“Tell me something I don’t know,” Asura replied, her tone flat. She tightened her grip on her frost-coated dagger, the ice shimmering under the faint light of the inscriptions.The creature moved first, its silent approach unnerving as it closed the distance in seconds. Art stepped forward, the orb in his hand morphing into a spear that glowed faintly gold. He thrust it toward the creature’s chest, but it twisted with unnatural speed, dodging the attack while bringing its bladed arm d
The Successor System Defeated
The glowing inscriptions pulsed rhythmically, as though taunting the two warriors. Slowly but surely, the ash humanoid reassembled itself, each fragment of its crumbled form snapping into place with eerie precision. It stood tall once more, its hollow gaze fixed on them.Art exhaled sharply, gripping the orb in his hand as it morphed into a longsword. Beside him, Asura clenched her frost-covered fists, icy mist swirling around her. The brief moment of rest had done little to restore their strength, but neither was willing to retreat.“Round three huh?” Art muttered, stepping forward.The creature didn’t wait. It lunged at them with blistering speed, its blade-like arm arcing toward Asura. She met it head-on, summoning a glacial shield just in time to block the strike. The force of the impact sent cracks spiraling through the ice, but she held her ground.“Go!” she shouted, her voice tight.Art didn’t hesitate. He darted around the creature’s flank, the orb reshaping into a battle axe
The Successor System Cornered by Fear
In a forest shrouded by the dim light of dusk, a group of scattered individuals stood frozen, their gazes locked in a singular direction. Their fear was palpable, almost tangible in the stillness of the air.“It’s all my fault… What have I done?” Ramond’s voice trembled as his wide, fearful eyes remained glued to the figures emerging from the ominous magic circle.Nearby, Ave broke into a dry, almost maniacal laugh. “And to think I dreamed of living a long life. Hey, Scry! Guess you were right after all —except we’re all in this together.”Scry, however, did not respond. His focus was solely on the source of their terror.Standing before them were two hulking, primate-like beasts with sinewy limbs and charcoal-gray fur. Each moved with primal grace, their elongated arms ending in obsidian claws. Faintly glowing red eyes peered menacingly from beneath heavy brows, and jagged bony ridges along their spines pulsed with an eerie light. These were unmistakably C-rank beasts, terrifying eno
The Successor System Saved
“We made it in time.”The group looked around to notice that another group of three adults had joined them. They were part of the team in charge of this raid.Not long ago, they received a distress call from the main base at camp and came as quickly as they could.Thankfully, from what they could observe, no one was killed yet. It would’ve been the other way round if they arrived even a second late.“SIGH! It would’ve been bad on our part if someone from the Royal Academy was killed like this in a raid,” one of them, a young man with short black hair and blue eyes, voiced out.Another with long brown hair and brown eyes nodded.They didn’t seem too bothered by the beats in front of them. “Shadowapes huh? You can rest now. We’ll take it from here.”These words brought relieve to the students as tears fell from Ramond eyes.The forest erupted into chaos as the two Shadowapes charged forward, their hulkin
The Successor System The Beast Monk vs. The Ash Humanoid
The ash humanoid figure stood still despite all that had happened.“I guess we’ll have to finish up,” the brown haired man said, preparing for their next confrontation. This ash figure was definitely on a different level, that the beasts they just handled.“It’s not going to be easy. That thing isn’t a beast. It would be a problem if it has decent intellect,” the black haired man voiced out observing the creature. “No,” a voice came from behind them. “Leave this one to me.”This voice belonged to the third person and leader of their team, who has been silently standing on a tree all this time. His gaze fixed on the humanoid figure. He wasn’t sure what it was, but he had an idea. And what better way go confirm than an exchange of fists. He was actually itching to test himself against it. His feelings showing faintly in his almost neutral eyes.“If you say so, boss.”With this, the two men went beside the students to ensure they won’t be caught in the crossfire. “Now,” he said, takin
The Successor System The Ash's Weakness
Everyone stared at the bald man because of the words he just uttered.“Unfortunately, this fight has come to an end. I’ve figured out your secret.”‘It has one?’ Rhea wondered; she couldn’t even think straight, much less discover something like this.“I’m sure you all know that it isn’t a beast. That thing is the creation of a mage using rune magic. It must’ve taken a very powerful mage to create one with this level of strength. But it has a weakness.”“As expected,” the brown-haired man chuckled.With an aura of confidence, the bald-haired man took a stance while inhaling slowly. Vwooooommmmmm!!!They both charged at each otherThe ash figure lunged again, its claws slicing through the air with deadly precision. The bald man deflected the blow with his staff, his breaths coming slightly heavier now, though his sharp eyes stayed focused. He noticed it again—a faint flicker along the glowing blue runes that covered its body. Most of the inscriptions dimmed momentarily when the figure
The Successor System We'll definitely save them.
“Guys!!!” Sonra and Caitlyn, among the six who arrived with Professor Verone, sprinted toward their party members. Relief washed over their faces, though it was mixed with worry. When Verone informed them of the danger their friends faced, they feared the worst. Miraculously, despite the odds, everyone was alive. Tears glistened in Caitlyn's eyes as she embraced Rhea. “You’re okay! I thought…” “I know,” Rhea said softly, exhaustion evident in her voice. “We’re still here.” The reunion was bittersweet, shadowed by the looming threat. While the students exchanged hurried words of relief, the adults gathered nearby, their attention already on the remnants of the battle. Professor Verone addressed the bald man in their group. “Did you discover anything?” “Where’s Japh?” the bald man demanded brusquely. “He’s unavailable,” Verone replied calmly. “I’m in charge. Report to me.” The bald man gave her a brief nod, then explained the details of the creature they had encountered. As he sp
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Rensley 2
The moment they saw the grin on Art’s face, they knew something was wrong.The guy with the cigarette was about to take a step back when a fist met him, forcing the cigarette down his throat.He fell to the ground choking profusely as his eyes turned bloodshot red.Without warning, the guy on the couch lunged toward him, throwing a wide punch. Art sidestepped effortlessly, and in one swift motion, his leg shot out to trip the guy, sending him crashing to the floor.“Whoa!” the guy in the ripped armchair yelled, jumping to his feet. “Didn’t even see him move!”“Shut it!” The guy with the toothpick barked. He charged next, aiming a low kick at Art’s shin. Art, however, was already behind him, having casually spun around. His hand shot out, grabbing the boy by the wrist and twisting it behind his back. The boy gasped as pain shot through his arm.“You guys sure you want to keep this up?” Art asked in a disturbingly calm tone.Before the boy could answer, Art raised his arm further up br
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Rensley 1
After leaving the courtyard, Art returned to his original plan. There were a few people he needed to pay a visit to.He had worked hard up to this point—gaining strength, overcoming the Academy's barriers, and learning runic teleportation, especially since he lacked the attribute required for it.But there was still one last problem, his presence at the Academy. If he didn’t make contact with others within a week, they would surely come looking for him. This had happened several times over the past month during his period of solitude. The staff would visit his room, ask a few questions, and check on his well-being. While it was nice on their part, it had become a nuisance.And then there was the issue of the Relis.If he left the Academy’s premises while still carrying the Relis, it would give away his location if he stayed too close. If he went too far, the Academy would notice the signal loss. To resolve this, he needed two specific attributes to copy using his new skill. But the re
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Invitation 2
“Art?” Elora’s voice broke the tranquility of the courtyard, her green eyes widening as she took in his appearance. Her heart-shaped lips parted in surprise, and for a moment, she seemed lost for words. She hadn’t expected him to show up, much less looking so… different. Art inclined his head slightly in a gesture of courtesy. The movement was restrained and formal, but it unsettled Elora. She didn't want him acting this way. “You’re here,” Art said, shifting his gaze to the person he was most familiar with. “Yes,” Asura replied, her bright purple eyes locking onto his. Her keen gaze swept over him, noting the changes not just in his stature but his overall demeanor. This was the first time they’d seen each other since the raid, and Asura could sense that Art had grown. Finally, Art’s attention shifted to the third figure present, the most imposing of the group. A woman in her late twenties stood with her arms lightly crossed. Her long, straight white hair flowed elegantly in the
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Invitation 1
Art walked through an open pathway, hands in his pockets. He was looking better after finally getting some sleep.Neither Viron nor Sil was in the room. He hadn’t seen them for over two weeks, only occasionally sensing their presence when they returned. The same went for Daste, his third roommate.For some reason, he hadn’t heard anything from his guide during this time. This wasn’t like other instances—it felt different. He couldn’t sense her at all. He believed it had something to do with the body she had told him to hold back in the room back then.Several people were walking and talking around him. From the crowd, he suddenly heard his name.“Art!!!”He turned toward the voice to see Caitlyn running toward him. That’s right, he hadn’t seen her during all this time either. She had a worried yet surprised expression written all over her face.She stopped just in front of him, immediately noticing the changes in his appearance over the past month. He had grown slightly taller and loo
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A much stronger Art
Hmph!A soft grunt escaped as a boy slumped back into the chair he was seated on.His usual spiky black hair now drooped, and his golden eyes—once vibrant—were dimmed by exhaustion, with dark bags beneath them. His complexion was pale, a clear sign of poor health.Anyone who had known him before would immediately notice the stark changes in his appearance. Yet, despite his unhealthy look, there was no mistaking that he had grown stronger. His muscle mass had significantly increased, and the calluses and bruises on his hands told a story of relentless physical training. But perhaps the most striking difference was the aura of magic surrounding him. Even when suppressed, it was intimidating. His roommates, had they been less powerful themselves, might have felt uneasy simply being near him.This was also a result of intense mana cultivating to improve his magic core. All this was the result of one month of grueling training since his return from the Ancient City. Today marked exactly
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The Kyusei
Within a certain place, A vast, hollowed-out cavern was concealed behind a cascading waterfall deep within the mountains. The roar of the water outside echoed faintly through the chamber, mixing with the low hum of tension that filled the space. The air was damp, and the stone walls were rough and unrefined, scarred with cracks that seemed to form a web around the room. Seven figures stood at different points in the chamber, each occupying their own corner of the expansive space. The dim, flickering light from a series of braziers scattered throughout the room cast long shadows, distorting their forms on the uneven walls. One stood near the entrance, leaning casually against the stone, his arms crossed and his face hidden by the shadow of his hood. Another lingered by a jagged outcrop at the far side, their fingers idly tracing a scar etched into the rock, as if lost in thought. A third crouched low on a raised ledge, their sharp eyes scanning the others like a predator assessing p
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Reunion
“Are you feeling better now?” Sonra asked Rhea, her voice soft with concern. Rhea, like the others, had several bandages wrapped around her body. The rest of their party was in a similar state, their injuries a testament to the ordeal they had just survived. Though they had been congratulated by their superiors for their bravery and promised additional points, the weight of what they had faced left no room for celebration. The atmosphere among them was heavy. Each member was lost in thought, reflecting on the experience of barely escaping death. For most of them, this was their first brush with mortality, and it had left an indelible mark. Rhea’s gaze was distant, her thoughts trapped in a memory she wished she could forget. She kept recalling the tragedy of her childhood, where no help had come in time. If only things had been different, maybe those other children wouldn’t have died. The pain of that day was etched into her expression, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. Ramond
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Saved?
The eerie sensation of being watched thickened the air around them. Art and Asura exchanged wary glances, their breaths quickening as the oppressive feeling pressed down on them. It wasn’t long before their worst fears were confirmed. From the shadows, five ash-like humanoid figures emerged, their forms identical to the entity they had barely managed to defeat moments ago.The duo sat frozen on the ground, unable to rise, not because of exhaustion alone but because the sheer magnitude of the threat was paralyzing. The figures moved with unnerving synchronicity, their glowing blue runes pulsing rhythmically like malevolent heartbeats.Four of the creatures stopped at an equidistant perimeter, forming an ominous circle around their prey. But the fifth, larger and more menacing, stepped forward, breaking the symmetry. Its towering frame cast a long shadow over the duo, and its glowing blue eyes locked onto them with an intensity that felt almost sentient.Art and Asura didn’t move. They
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False Relieve
“Do you have anything in mind?” She asked, preparing herself. “Yes,” a grin appeared on Art’s face. “I’ve been preparing something during our fight. It’s a good thing we didn’t end up dead before I could use it. I believe that it has weaknesses at some points of its body, which happen to be its magic energy source. It seems that it was made by a mage from long ago, but I’m surprised that it’s still functional and this strong.”"I think delivering powerful hits to these points could destroy it. But I doubt that we'll be able to do that without at least one of us getting killed."He was able to learn all this after he researched rune magic. When they arrived here, he tried creating a teleportation circle that would link to the one he left back in the forest, but it failed. Something seemed to be obstructing it. This showed that he still had much to learn.But if things go well, they might just succeed in defeating it.“Here’s what we’ll do…”***The Ash humanoid, which had been looking
