The morning sun filtered softly through the leaves as Iden's vision flickered with the familiar chime of advancement.
Player EXP: [95% → 100%] — LEVEL UP!
Energy surged through his body, a pulse of raw potential awakening inside.
Level 3 Achieved!Stat Points Awarded: 5Summon Capacity Increased: 2 → 3
A small but crucial increase — now he could command three skeletons at once.
Iden flexed his fingers, feeling the weight of responsibility grow heavier. He glanced at his two loyal summons: the Woodcutter and Scout. Both had served him well, but the wilds were growing more dangerous.
The system unlocked a new summon class — the Warrior Skeleton. Designed to be the ultimate hunter and protector, this skeleton specialized in slaying beasts and gathering food to sustain their fragile refuge.
Iden summoned the Warrior with a steady hand. Bone fragments rattled and formed a towering figure clad in heavy bone armor, gripping a massive sword made from fused beast bones. Its red-glowing eyes burned with silent fury.
Summon Complete: Warrior Skeleton (Level 1)Summon Capacity: 3/3
Iden felt a surge of confidence. This warrior would bring power and resources alike.
"Ready for the hunt?" Rael asked, her voice steady despite the bruises she still bore.
Iden nodded. "Let's push our limits."
The system gave them a new quest:
Quest: Beast HuntObjective: Slay 5 Tier F Pack-HoundsReward: +1 Summon Token, Beast Core Crafting Recipe
With Rael's help, they moved swiftly through the forest. Rael's presence amplified Iden's experience gain—her life-based skill, Sanctum Pulse, would be a game-changer in the coming battle.
The pack of three pack-hounds appeared suddenly, snarling and baring their sharp teeth.
"Warrior, engage!" Iden commanded.
The Warrior lunged forward, bone sword flashing. The Woodcutter and Scout flanked, striking precisely.
Rael extended her hand, activating Sanctum Pulse on the Warrior.
Sanctum Pulse Activated — Warrior SkeletonTemporary Tier Boost +1 | Duration: 10 minutesEffects: Increased strength, speed, and reflexes.
The Warrior's movements became a blur as it tore through the beasts. Each kill granted experience not only to the skeletons but to Iden himself—his EXP bar surged rapidly.
EXP Gains:Warrior Skeleton +130 EXP (Level 1 → Level 2)Woodcutter +60 EXPScout +60 EXPIden +85 EXP
Iden's EXP bar shot from 0% to 50% just from this single fight.
Fighting alongside her brother energized Rael. The experience she gained leveled her up, and the system granted a modest upgrade to her skill.
Rael Level Up!Skill Improvement: Sanctum Pulse cooldown reduced by 10%, buff potency increased by 5%
She smiled faintly, her resolve strengthening.
Encouraged by their success, Iden pressed forward. The pack-hounds were fierce, but the Warrior's strength combined with Rael's support and the unwavering teamwork of the skeletons made the hunt swift.
By the time they had slain five beasts, Iden's EXP bar read:
Player EXP: [50% → 98%]
His skeletons had also grown:
Warrior Skeleton: Level 2
Woodcutter: Level 3
Scout: Level 3
Iden breathed deeply, feeling the rush of progress.
Back at the shelter, Rael rested while Iden reviewed the system's feedback.
Quest Complete: Beast HuntReward: +1 Summon Token (Summon Capacity: 3 → 4)Beast Core Crafting Recipe Unlocked
Iden's summon capacity had increased again — now four skeletons could serve him.
He looked toward the horizon, where the forest darkened with threats yet untold.
"More power," he muttered, "more strength. We have a long way to go."
Rael nodded beside him. "But together, we can make it."