As Levi's excitement faded, reality set in.
'Huh?'
Silence enveloped him, broken only by the weight of numerous stares. Only then did Levi realize that he was still in the training grounds inside the gravitational field capsule
'Oh fuck!' he thought, his enthusiasm deflating rapidly.
Over twenty pairs of eyes locked onto him with a mix of awe, confusion, and wariness.
Levi had become a spotlight in the training area and this newfound spotlight felt deeply uncomfortable for him.
Just then whispers erupted around him.
"What just happened?"
"Did you see that purple light?"
"Is that even allowed in the gravity room?"
Levi's cheeks burned with embarrassment.
Of course, his aura of Lunacy was not invisible, everyone could see it - in fact, for the on lookers it looked more intriguing too.
And Levi, had now unintentionally become the center of attention, something that he had tried to avoid at all costs.
He lookd around, students were watching with scrutinizing eyes. There weren't only freshmens there as unlike the cafeteria's there was no restriction on who could eneter the training grounds.
The seniors were also quite surprised by the sudden commotion and had gathered around.
While looking at them, Levi spotted Alex in the crowd, his roommate's expression a blend of surprise and curiosity - he was surely thinking about something that Levi couldn't quite tell from his perspective.
At that moment, a tall student stepped forward, his voice carrying a note of authority. "Hey, you! What did you—"
But Levi wasn't listening to him at all, in his mind, two options were going through.
Flee the scene immediately or Face the situation head-on.
'Well,' Levi thought, 'there's no undoing this now.'
He straightened up, trying to project a confidence he didn't feel. With deliberate calmness, he brushed off his clothes. And looked ahead at the student who had just spoke.
The student stopped talking as he saw the coldness in Levi's eyes.
"What did I do?" Levi said, his voice surprisingly steady and even a bit arrogarnt. \\
"Just exploring some new abilities. Nothing to worry about."
He said and started walking off the gravitational field capsule.
The crowd seemed taken aback by his composure as they watched him silently get out of the capsule but their eyes still lingered on his figure.
Levi could sense their growing curiosity.
With as much poise as he could muster, Levi began to walk. He wasn't fast but wasn't slow either, each step was measured, hiding the nervousness churning inside him.
Then, without looking back, Levi strode out, leaving behind a buzz of whispered conversations.
For example, the page with goblins had information like this:
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Physical Characteristics
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Height: 0.6 - 1.2 meters
Weight: 20 - 40 kg
Skin: Green, ranging from pale olive to dark forest hues
Eyes: Large, typically yellow or red
Distinctive features: Pointed ears, sharp teeth, long fingers
Habitat:
Primarily subterranean, favoring complex cave systems and abandoned structures. Often found in proximity to human settlements.
Behavior:
Highly social, living in tribes of 20-100 individualsNocturnal, with excellent low-light visionKnown for setting elaborate traps and ambushesCommunicate through a combination of grunts, whistles, and simple language
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Intelligence:
Surprisingly high. Goblins display problem-solving skills, tool use, and basic strategy formation. They are capable of learning and adapting to new threats quickly.
Combat Tactics:
Prefer ambush tactics and hit-and-run attacksUtilize simple but effective traps (pitfalls, snares, tripwires)Often use poison-tipped weaponsRely on overwhelming numbers rather than individual combat prowess
Weaknesses:
Physically weak compared to larger creaturesPoor resistance to essence-based attacksEasily demoralized if leader is defeatedVulnerable to bright light
Notes for Essence Users:
Caution is advised when using area-of-effect essence abilities, as goblins often have hidden members in any encounter. Their trap-making skills can sometimes incorporate essence-reactive materials, potentially turning a careless user's powers against them.
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'That's very detailed!'
If Levi had known this information back in the maze, then he probably wouldn't have been so fucked up by the goblins.
Anyway, Curiosity piqued, Levi began searching for any mention of the Black Wings of Lunacy, the category to which his Dominion, Noir, belonged. He flipped through page after page, expecting to find the familiar dark feathers and imposing presence he associated with Noir. To his dismay, however, there was no sign of anything resembling the Black Wings.
This absence intrigued Levi. 'Why aren't they here?' he wondered, a slight frown creasing his brow. 'Are they too rare? Or perhaps too dangerous to study?' The lack of information only heightened his curiosity about Noir and its kind.
As evening approached, Levi's watch chimed again. This time, it displayed his class schedule for the upcoming week.
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