Canna blinked in disbelief, stunned by what he saw. His stats had improved dramatically, and he had gained numerous new skills, along with new titles. The only downside was that his status screen was now significantly longer than usual.
[Name: Canna Yakane]
Level: 97
Race: Dragonkin
Rank: Low Transcendent
Class: Beast Covenant
HP: 550/550
MP: 670/670
Strength: 450
Speed: 500
Defense: 500
Intelligence: 500
Agility: 500
Stamina: 500
Vitality: 500
Charm: 200
Attribute Points: 0
Canna's heart raced as he skimmed through the screen. His stats had skyrocketed, far surpassing what they had been before. Every attribute seemed to pulse with raw power, a testament to the drastic changes his body and soul had undergone. The realization that he had not one, but two new titles, each with profound effects, made his mind reel.
[Dragon's Resilience]: Increased defense against mind attacks; spells targeting the mind cast by lower-ranked individuals will have little to no effect.
[Draconic Vitality]: Grants a significant boost in vitality and regenerative abilities. His natural healing rate is increased by 100%, allowing him to recover from injuries more quickly than normal. Additionally, he gains increased resistance to diseases and poisons, making him resilient in adverse conditions.
[Elemental Affinity: Fire & Lightning]: As a half-dragon, you possess an innate affinity for both fire and lightning elements. This skill enhances effectiveness when using fire and lightning-based spells or abilities, granting a 30% increase in damage and a 20% reduction in mana cost for these types of attacks.
Additionally, gains a passive resistance to fire and lightning damage, reducing their impact by 30%.
[Draconic Presence]: Your dragon heritage imbues you with an intimidating aura that naturally commands respect and fear. This skill passively increases your influence and charisma, causing enemies to hesitate before attacking and making it easier for you to persuade or intimidate others.
Additionally, allies within a certain radius gain a morale boost, enhancing their combat performance and resistance to fear effects.
[Dragon's Endurance]: As a half-dragon, you possess exceptional endurance. You can sustain high levels of physical exertion for extended periods without tiring, and your body is more resistant to fatigue and exhaustion. This skill reduces your stamina consumption by 50% and increases your resistance to environmental effects, such as extreme heat or cold.
Active Skills:
[Weapon Mastery], [Combat Mastery], [Create Water], [Create Wind], [Create Fire], [Water Manipulation], [Wind Manipulation], [Lightning Manipulation], [Fire Manipulation], [Oath of Thunder], [Indomitable], [Fire Breath], [Lightning Breath], [Create Storm], [Draconic Roar], [Winged Ascent]
The skills were not just a list of abilities; they represented a culmination of Canna's growth and the dragon's essence that now flowed through him. He realized that focusing on one skill, like [Lightning Manipulation], revealed an array of sub-skills, some familiar, some entirely new. The possibilities were endless, and the potential for further growth seemed limitless.
"It is only natural for you to get all that; that is my blood, after all," a voice resonated through the dungeon, breaking Canna's concentration. He looked up, meeting the gaze of Tonitrum, the ancient dragon whose blood had started his transformation.
The reality of Tonitrum's immense power hit Canna like a tidal wave. Even with his enhanced abilities and new skills, he had been rendered unconscious by mere killing intent. The dragon was truly a force of nature, a being whose power dwarfed even the most powerful beings Canna had ever encountered.
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After a few hours of studying his new skills, Canna made a startling realization. With his current abilities, he would be a formidable force in battle, especially against multiple opponents. His passive skills, such as [Dragon's Aura], not only enhanced his own physical and elemental damage but also boosted the morale and strength of his allies.
The aura would make his allies more resilient and formidable, raising their combat efficiency and courage. His presence on the battlefield could turn the tide in his favor, making him a natural leader and a beacon of power to rally around.
Canna sighed, closing his eyes to steady himself. The sheer volume and potency of the abilities listed on his status screen were overwhelming, even for him. As he pondered the implications of his new title, "Harbinger," he felt a pang of irony. This title, with its promise of chaos and destruction, seemed at odds with his true mission in life.
Canna had always dreamed of building a sanctuary, a place of peace and protection, a haven where life could flourish without fear.
Yet now, with powers that leaned towards devastation, he wondered if fate was mocking him. The "Harbinger" title, which amplified his strength against multiple foes and made him a bringer of chaos, seemed to pull him towards a path of conflict rather than preservation. This irony gnawed at him, making him question how he could reconcile his new abilities with his long-held ideals.
Would he be able to use his powers to protect and preserve, or would they inevitably draw him into a cycle of destruction and chaos? This inner conflict weighed heavily on his mind, foreshadowing the complex journey ahead.