Chapter 468: Harvest and Rewards
He suddenly felt as if he had taken part in a different kind of Holy Grail War. If he wanted a higher chance of beating Heroic Warrior Zhou Ning, either Ultimate Magneto or the First Emperor would work. Gritting his teeth, Zhou Ning decided that next time he would pick one of those two templates.
Ultimate Magneto could show them what the superpower version of Shinra Tensei and Banshō Ten'in looked like, while the First Emperor could use his overwhelming pressure to let them witness the might of Technological Immortal Qin.
As for this round's rewards…
A complete mess. He hadn't received a single item like eyes or tailed beasts—nothing worth considering. The only decent ones were the skills: Sun Breathing, the Transparent World, Scarlet Blade, and Lightning Release: Chakra Mode. Since it was a single-choice question, Zhou Ning didn't hesitate and chose option one.
But before making the selection, he placed his hand on the clover brooch and activated Lucky Burst.
A surge of green energy symbolizing luck poured into his body. The clover's attribute decreased slightly, becoming –1. Now the cost of activating Lucky Burst was low, and he could keep using it until it reached –10, after which it would return to +1.
He just wasn't sure whether players could use the negative-luck stage to get through dangerous situations.
[You chose Option One.]
[You gained the general skill: Scarlet Blade (Master Level).]
[Scarlet Blade: By applying immense grip strength, you raise the temperature of your sword and ignite the blade, increasing your damage by 35%.]
[You gained the general skill: Sun Breathing (Master Level).]
[Sun Breathing: A technique another version of you used in a world where humans fought beings with overwhelming physical power. It strengthens the body and emits energy akin to sunlight, comprising thirteen basic forms.]
[These forms include First Form: Dance, Second Form: Clear Blue Sky, Third Form: Raging Sun, Fourth Form: Fake Rainbow… and the final Thirteenth Form, which cycles continuously from Form One through Form Twelve without interruption.]
[You gained the skill: Lightning Release Chakra Mode (Beginner).]
[Lightning Release Chakra Mode: A taijutsu developed by the Second Raikage, wrapping the body in lightning to enhance offense and defense.]
Zhou Ning couldn't hide a bit of disappointment. Lucky Burst hadn't done much—he didn't get the newly developed Sun Breathing Modified, nor the extremely stylish secret technique Lightning Release: Raijin Armor. Still, having the original Sun Breathing wasn't bad; it might fuse more efficiently with Ripple Breathing.
After checking everything he gained, he noticed a red dot glowing on the task panel—another mission had been completed in the last world.
Opening it, he saw the progress for [Battle Maniac] had finally hit 10/20 after two worlds. Looks like Yoriichi at least accomplished something.
[Battle Maniac]: As a battle-obsessed fighter, you constantly seek challenges. In simulation worlds, challenge twenty strong foes and create twenty memorable battle moments. (20/20)
[Task Hint]: Choose the right template and world. As long as it's not a slice-of-life setting, it's not hard to complete.
Reward: Random.
There was a follow-up as well—the progress now showed 20/30. Zhou Ning immediately collected the reward.
[Drawing random reward… You have received: Feat/Skill Reward. You may extract one ability (skill or feat) from your current template (Genius Blade Zhou Ning).]
[Note: Genius Blade Zhou Ning's profession is Swordsman/Ninja. Some skills have been automatically adjusted for your class.]
"Oh?"
Zhou Ning's eyes lit up. The Battle Maniac line had already given him one feat and two descent cards. The rewards were far too generous. Was the system planning to bleed Yoriichi dry?
[Please choose one ability from the following five options:]
[1. Transparent World – Skill: Allows your senses to reach their highest realm. You can see through the enemy's body, predict movements, attack or evade ahead of time, and conceal your attack from the opponent entirely.]
[2. Swordsmanship Genius – Feat: You are naturally gifted in swordsmanship. Sword damage +35%. Sword weapons are no longer countered by heavy weapons. Required experience for sword skills –50%.]
[3. Combat Instinct – Feat: Your combat instinct is exceptional. Dodge +10%, block +10%, and after dodging or blocking there is a 33% chance to trigger "Counter," boosting your critical chance.]
[4. Chakra Training Method – Skill: A mid-level method of producing chakra by balancing and mixing spiritual and physical energy.]
[5. Lightning Release: Raijin Armor – Skill: A B-rank Lightning Country secret technique. When activated, your hair stands on end and lightning power reaches maximum output.]
So Raijin Armor was waiting for him here… Zhou Ning couldn't help but hesitate—these five choices were all broken, and all matched him extremely well.
The first skill synergized with Observation Haki, offered top-tier ambush potential, and ensured a guaranteed first strike against opponents of equal strength. The second and third feats were monstrous—dodge and block rates were incredibly valuable, and Swordsmanship Genius solved every melee issue instantly.
As for the last two—Raijin Armor was peak style points and had excellent fusion potential, and Chakra Training was the foundation for all ninjutsu. Players would definitely love an entire new energy system.
If only he could pick all of them.
After struggling for half a minute, Zhou Ning chose option one. The logic was simple: this skill was the most overtuned, perfectly complemented Observation Haki, and the ability to make his attacks imperceptible was far too suitable for him. A long-range, elusive attacker with surprise strikes was terrifying.
As for the other feats and skills—he could still get them later, as long as Yoriichi hadn't transcended. No need to rush.
After receiving everything, Zhou Ning turned his attention to Ripple Breathing and Sun Breathing. He had long wondered whether the two could merge—and what the result would be. Now it was finally time to find out.
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