Whilst Asai de Trichia, Robin Sol and Sora Kaka were led into their capital, following closely behind their queen who was deliberately taking her sweet time by turning corners and sight-seeing; deliberately showing off her people's architecture and muscles.
Asai was honestly quite lost in thought. For one, Dwarven king Caronia had been refusing to communicate ever since the party had set sail from Par'Talucca's wharf, and whilst Asai entered this land believing it to be another easy visit like Ignis, and queen Emilita Regenon.
Gazing at the strong lat-muscles on the queen's back, as well as her massive thighs that flexed with every step. Asai was for once, somewhat out of his element as he was unable to imagine himself seducing anyone noteworthy enough to speed up the process of establishing friendly ties. Another point of confusion was the attire and clothing the giants sported. Marching through the snow, crunching the flakes and brittles of ice upon the ground whilst dressed in clothing that exposed either their biceps, abs or legs. Asai could only wonder whether or not they had the innate ability of immunity towards cold.
[Hot Blooded]
Immunity to cold and freezing temperatures.
Thanks to a passive-ability he had acquired earlier, Asai could continue wearing his usual comfortable-fit, but Robin and Sora had to actively funnel their mana throughout their bodies to fend of the elements, on top of slapping on an extra large overcoat courtesy of Asai.
In fact, Asai was greatly tempted in acquiring the barbarian like outfit and shifting his bedron into it, perhaps either to fit in with the culture, or to equally prove himself capable. As if the cold and freezing temperatures in which they were so proud of was nothing to him.
His black eyes landing upon Hera Travarre, he wondered if she would admire his ability and capacity as a warrior, or whether she would take offense to his indifferent-attitude towards elements and values they apparently hold dear. His eyes then went over to Martha, who by now he had figured to be a simple citizen who was just eager to get back to managing the records and library within the city.
[Phantom Menace]
A single lone shadow clone appeared, already crouching low in [Hide] as it remained within the shadows stalking the bookworm. Ready to track her the moment she left the group, as many of the 200 were already returning to their everyday lives during the little spontaneous touring.
"A girl as knowledgeable as her, and her desire and love towards books and knowledge could be utilized." Asai figured, thinking up of the library that Trichia had managed to gather, specifically for the orphanage turned college.
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During his little stroll through the city, dozens of men would casually glance at the human who was two to three heads shorter than them and simply continue on with their lives. However, it seems the brutality and culture of the women here were different as they openly joked and laughed at the puny-man. Wondering whether or not his cock was even big enough to reach deep enough for them to feel it, as their glutes were simply insanely built. And with their shoulders, biceps and legs being bigger than his, to the women of this city Asai appeared as if he were a lazy sloth who hadn't trained a single day in his life.
With such open-minded brutal-critique being showered upon him. He started to understand just how much pressure the men were under to follow in their ideals, in addition to looking towards Martha incredibly favourably. As the women was perhaps the most human of all the giants, due to her favourability towards books and knowledge over muscle-mass and weapons.
If anything, Martha just looked like a women who could squat and deadlift more than the average man, whilst her upper body remained quite feminine, rather than being shredded and having veins and muscle-fibres popping out.
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Thanks to the queen deliberately delaying their arrival, and perhaps intentionally putting the human grand-duke through her people's harsh open critique in an attempt to devalue and demoralize him prior to their negotiations. Sora's agents had plenty of time to scout out the city, mapping out the streets, markets and garrison locations. Something that was simply delivered to her by folded-note, which was swiftly slipped into Asai's pocket.
The man couldn't help but smile, as he believed his judgement in bringing Sora along to be correct. Due to her ability to be resourceful and useful, even without orders. "What a perfect personal assistant, or secretary huh."
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Upon reaching the palace, and being led into the throne-room in which a giant that towered over every other man and women within the room was waiting upon his throne. Robin Sol and Sora Kaka curtsied in their individual customs. Whilst the half-elf performed a delicate dip of her hips whilst lifting the edges of her skirt just barely, Sora had her two hands before her upper-chest, a fist placed within an open-palm as she slightly bowed.
Asai, remained entirely stoic and unyielding even if the ogre of a man was engaging in a staring contest with him.
[Rhet Travarre: Lvl 99]
The man stood from his throne, flexing his muscles as he breathed. His fiery red hair was long, unkempt and wild, almost appearing sharp enough to strike. A single side was braided into a cornrow, as the other loosely flowed over his ear. To Asai's surprise, the many didn't appear like a hunk of mass, but looked insanely well built instead. As if he had deliberately calculated and sculpted his body with aesthetics in mind, desiring harmony and balance over one particular muscle group.
"His royal majesty, king of all giants and the frozen throne, King Rhet Travarre." The announcer cut the two monarch's thoughts as she roared out their introductions. "Grand duke of Par'Talucca and the duchy of Trichia. Grand duke, Asai de Trichia. Baroness Robin Sol and Lady Sora."
Hearing his two party member's titles being officially announced, Asai only then did he realize he had forgotten to promote his vassals. His thoughts went back to Mary, Annie, Clam and Gary, who had all been serving him loyally since the beginning of his own climb. "Oh, oops..."
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[Asai de Trichia: Lvl 98]
[HP: 180 MP:160]
[Title: Monster]
[Skills unlocked:]
[Active Skills:]
[Hide]
Able to Vanish from players or monsters that are up to 15 levels higher.
[Death Call]
Brings an opponent within a 10 meter distance to your feet and paralyze it for 4 seconds.
[Double Psychic Phantom/Annihilate]
Additional 300% Damage added to a regular attack.
[Sealing Square]
Seals opponents that are within a 15 meter range
[Phantom Menace]
Summon two phantoms 90% of caster level [Lvl 86]
[Lingering Shadow]
Leaves a phantom after image after skill usage
[Solar Eclipse]
200% of caster's normal attack +10% of [STR] to 360 degree AOE zone
[Summon Meteor]
Summons a single rock meteor upon targetable destination [Mana Cost: 200]
[Summon Skeleton]
Skill costs both HP & MP. Maximum [25]
[Weighted Slash]
Overhead sword strike that increases caster's total [Mass] x [Velocity] by 15%
[Knife Throw]
Additional 40% damage added to your Dart Attacks.
[Summon Bird]
Summons a baby bird [Cotton] to caster side. Grants target [Glide]
[Summon Yokai]
Summons a baby raccoon [Tanuki] to caster side.
[Summon Pegasus]
Summons a baby mount [Dream] to caster side.
[Divinity]
Increase Divine Elemental damage by 20% and Elemental defence by 10%.
[Chaos]
Increase Chaos Elemental damage by 20% and Elemental defence by 10%.
[Berserk]
All Skills MP cost +20% for duration. 20% of missing HP added to Melee Attack
[Heal]
50% Intelligence and 50% Psyche are applied to recover target's HP
[Marked Shadow]
Marked target [Robin Sol] location will be revealed to caster until mark change.
[Inventory]:
[Decimate][Ruin][Decay][Katana]
100% of caster's normal attack to AOE zone : Full Moon / Half Moon / Eclipse
[Massacre][Solace][Spear]
Overhead throw 25% of caster's [STR+DEX] as AOE damage at target proximity x 10
[Call to Battle][Caronia's Spirit][Ring]
Summon dwarven king Caronia's 1000 elites to battle.
[Bloodlust Amplification][Yokai Mask]
Wearer's bloodlust & killing intent is amplified during times of bloodshed.
[Overhaul][The Queen's Gift][Ring]
Appearance change to elven
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[Passive Skills:]
[Fledgling Incubus]
Mana extraction: [+1 Mana Point] [Once per target]
[Royal Soul]
+20 HP/MP [Asai] Level +5
[King Slayer]
+10% bonus damage dealt as true damage when fighting royalty
[Heavenly Designation]
Magical aspect of all skills immune to [Friendly Fire] with [Intent]
[Heart of Gold]
[Asai] heart organ reinforced and empowered. +15 HP
[Blessed Bloodline]
All descendants originating from [Asai] granted [Immunity] to all genetic disorders.
[Sword Saint]
Lumix bloodline: +20% attack speed, damage, accuracy and critical rate when wielding a sword
[Sword and Dagger Mastery]
50% boost in Dagger and One Handed Sword damage
[Blunt Mastery]
50% boost in One Handed Mace damage
[Horsemanship]
The greater the bond between man and beast, the greater your unity
[Lance Mastery]
50% boost in One Handed Spear & Lance damage
[Bloodthirsty]
+25% damage against [Living] targets. Kills regain 10% of missing stamina.
[David & Goliath]
15% of damage dealt against larger targets changed to true damage
[Stealth]
When in stealth additional 50% effect
[Deadly Blow]
200% of user's [Agility] damage bonus upon a successful critical attack.
[Mental Fortitude]
Pain tolerance +50% effect. Mental debuff durations -50%
[Masochist]
Damage drop 20%
[Survivalist]
Potion consumption effect +15%
[Immunity]
Immune to bacteria, viruses, disease and toxins
[Hot Blooded]
Immunity to cold and freezing temperatures.
[Cleaning Mastery]
Attacks on stains and dirt +40% effectiveness.
[Endurance]
Stamina, health points and endurance increased +10
[Heavy Sleeper]
Health, Mana, Stamina and physical wounds recovers faster +5
[Robin's Desire]
15% Pain & DMG transferred to [Robin] When within 20m
[Delicious essence]
Your essence now tastes sweet and addictive.
[Alcoholic]
Alcohol tolerance +40%
[Nympho]
Ignite strong sexual urges within target
[Maestro's Touch]
Target sensitivity during intimacy increased +10
[Quirky]
All non-vanilla intercourse +10 target arousal and pleasure.
[High Libido]
Seed regeneration and capacity increased. Targets receive [Healthy] status.
[Loha's Blessing]
Del Lagos Royal Blood now flows through your veins.
[Craut's Blessing]
Par'Talucca Royal Blood now flows through your veins.
[Marea's Blessing]
Regenon Royal Blood now flows through your veins.
[Craut's Blessing+]
God of conflict Craut's favour now flows through you. +10 HP/MP/SP
[Silva's Blessing]
Goddess of wind Silva's favour now flows through you. +10 HP/MP/SP
[Silva's Protection]
Grants immunity to hostile physical projectiles under [Divine] rank
[Clairvoyance][Par'Talucca]
Passive immunity to all magical forms of stealth
[Chloe's Faith]
Targets that willingly consume your essence +10 loyalty
[Vena's Friend]
Citizens of Via Marea + 10 likeability
[Charismatic]
Charm +10 Only effects the opposite sex.
[Dancer]
Whilst dancing, grace and coordination +10
[Longevity]
Lifespan increased to [607.5] Aging greatly decelerated [Youth] Greatly extended.