Chapter 274: Epic Arcana

Stasis immediately checked the details of his Arcana.

[ Name: Starfire Detachable Double-Ended Sword ] 

[ Type: Awakened Arcana ] 

[ Rank: Epic ] 

[ Wielder: Stasis ] 

[ Durability: 200/200 ] 

[ Epic Skills: Cyclone Slash, Ice Burst, Fire Burst, Echo Slash, Bloodlust, Sword Aura ] 

"Amazing!"

Stasis was satisfied with the Arcana that he summoned! It is an Awakened!

He had never seen an Awakened Arcana… He heard its existence but he had never thought of receiving one! As far as he knows, the one being summoned shouldn't be Awakened and they would normally have to spend tons of resources to put their Arcana in the awakening process…

'Is it because I'm special?' Stasis thought after realizing the unusualness of his Arcana. Nevertheless, he didn't announce it to the crowd since he doesn't want everyone to know about his secrets.

It would be enough for them to learn that he has an Epic Arcana. 

'Congratulation, Stasis… You received a good Arcana…' A familiar voice suddenly spoke in his mind. 

He stiffened a bit due to being surprised but as soon as he recognized the voice, he immediately relaxed. 

'Thank you, Master Reiji. I will do my best to show that I'm worthy of receiving this Arcana.'

'I see… That's good to hear. You have a decent weapon so make sure to practice with them. If you have any troubles about the method of using the Arcane Magic you have, you can ask Imane for help.'

'Huh? Imane?'

Stasis was confused as he glanced at the girl. 

'Yes… She already summoned her Arcana because of her circumstances when we first met. Anyway, her Arcana boosts her wisdom and she's probably more reliable than me when you have questions about magic.'

'Whoa? That's incredible… I will do as you say, Master. Don't worry.' Stasis answered without any hint of jealousy.

'Very good. Now, you can return to the elders of your village. I'm sure that they have questions about your Arcana. You can hide most of your skills and the fact that it is Awakened. Alright?'

'Yes, Master. That's my plan since the beginning!'

Then, the young man left the platform as he showed his Arcana to everyone. 

On the other hand, Ruthren also started to give another reward for all the six practitioners…

"What are these?" 

They were confused for a moment after seeing six flasks containing a bright blue liquid. 

"A potion?" 

"Wait… Are these Arcane Potion?"

It didn't take long before they recognized the potions that were brought in front. 

They were unsure what Arcane Magic it has but whatever it is, it must be something rare. 

"That's correct. The top six practitioners can receive this Aura Domination Potion that we brought from the Chodora Kingdom. They were quite hard to get, so make sure that you do not waste them. It has two effects and I'll explain it to you now…"

Shiori then started introducing the potions to everyone. 

This is the same potion that Stella had used before. But this time, it is of higher quality which they bought from Isengard Fortress when Reiji and his slaves decided to resupply. 

They purchased two dozen of them for a low price so it wouldn't hurt to give the six to the young practitioners. 

This is supposedly an emergency potion to increase the powers of his slaves in case they are in trouble.

However, they would only experience such problems during the Beast Waves so they still have plenty. 

Finally, the competition for the Bestowal Ceremony has concluded. 

This time, the elders of each village wanted to express their gratitude to the five guardians. They felt that having a space for them to build their Martial Arts Hall is not enough. 

They should receive more rewards like learning about their secrets as well, their Weapon Crafting Technique.

***

Rufus and Diether entered the room where the sacred sword should be located. 

The two already have an Arcana with them but it wouldn't hurt to have another one so they didn't hesitate to agree when they were selected for this mission.

"Are you confident?" Diether asked without looking at the man beside him.

They were brought here by two butlers or servants working in this sacred place to try and release the sword from the stone. It was stuck there for who knows how long and many promising Arcanists have already tried taking it with them but none of them succeeded. 

"Hmm… Of course, even if I received a Bow Arcana, I'm still practicing my Kendo…" He replied.

His Arcana was the Ethereal Pathfinder Bow it was an Awakened Epic Arcana and his usage of that weapon got him a title called Vampire Archer.

Apparently, his Vampiric Arrow was too powerful that it gained him such a nickname within the Kingdom. 

With such power, he was recruited by the Sun Fire Knights to be part of a special unit that they've made. 

Currently, this special unit is being led by Diether Luxford so he didn't hesitate to join. He also got to learn the Hazy Flash Step that allowed him to become even stronger.

Right now, he would no longer worry that much against Gun Users.

Apparently, during the past five years, Gun Arcanists have increased so much especially in the neighboring countries. 

Just in the Sun Fire Knights, they've already recruited eight users of gun-type Arcana and they would probably make their own unit once they finished their training and learned the signature move of the Knights Order.

"Who would try first?" Diether asked.

"You're the leader. You can go first…"

"Heh… Are you sure? You won't have a chance then." Diether replied with a smirk. He seems to be too confident so Rufus was planning to laugh out loud once he failed.

Diether then walked forward as he went to the altar where a stone and a sword were placed.

The sword looks so majestic and this is his first time seeing such an expensive-looking sword. 

Their Solar Sword's design is nowhere near this sword. The Knights Order had focused too much on its simplicity.

Haa~ 

Diether took a deep breath as he held the sword handle… He calmed his mind and focused on the sword in front of him.

As soon as he's ready, he started to pull.