The alley of District 3 trembled as the Mirefang Beast advanced. Its massive claws tore through the pavement, sending shards of stone flying. Smoke and dust hung in the air, mingling with the faint neon glow of broken signs. Kalyan stood his ground, tightening his grip on the iron sword.
> This is no ordinary fight. I have to survive and adapt.
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Mirefang Beast — Creature Overview
Name: Mirefang Beast
Rank: A-Rank
Level: 28
Species / Type: Night-Scaled Predator
Threat Level: High
Special Abilities:
Ground Slam: A heavy attack that can shatter nearby obstacles and knock back enemies.
Flame Breath: Emits a short-range, intense flame from its mouth.
Tail Sweep: Sweeps its long tail in an arc, dealing AoE damage.
Regenerative Scales: Slowly regenerates minor wounds over time.
Weaknesses:
Vulnerable joints at knees, elbows, and neck.
Sensitive to precise, high-speed strikes.
Rewards for Defeat:
Base Points: 100
Tactical Bonus: Up to 50 points based on strategy and efficiency
Potential loot: Intermediate gear, partial healing potions
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Observation and Strategy
Kalyan circled the creature, studying every movement. Each swing of its massive claws was deliberate, each step measured. The system pulsed softly at his side, offering subtle insights but withholding full guidance.
> Tactical Hint: Observe attack patterns, target joints, conserve energy.
He dodged the beast's first Ground Slam, countering with a precise strike to its foreleg. The blade grazed the scales, eliciting a deep growl.
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System Strategy Engagement
The Sage King System monitored his combat performance.
> Efficiency score: High. Bonus Points Available.
Every calculated strike, dodge, and environmental maneuver earned him points. The system rewarded strategy, precision, and control, not just brute force.
> Reward: +30 Points for Tactical Mastery
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Critical Moment
The Mirefang Beast reared back, preparing a Tail Sweep that could knock Kalyan into debris or worse. The system flickered, offering a rare prompt:
> Max-Level Summon Skill Available
Condition: Sacrifice a portion of current vitality or stamina.
He accepted the risk. A glowing portal opened, and a phantom warrior appeared, moving with lightning speed, striking the beast to buy Kalyan critical time.
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Exploiting Weaknesses
With the summon distracting the creature, Kalyan targeted its vulnerable joints—knees, elbows, and neck—landing critical hits. Each strike was precise, calculated, and exhausting.
The system acknowledged his mastery:
> Reward: +50 Points + Partial Healing Potion
The Mirefang Beast staggered, finally collapsing with a deafening roar.
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Aftermath
Kalyan fell to his knees, fatigued but victorious. Dust swirled around him; the alley was a ruin of debris. Points, bonuses, and lessons were gained.
> Points earned: 100
Tactical Mastery Bonus: 30
Critical Survival Bonus: 50
> Every victory has a price. Remember this.
He wiped sweat from his brow, sheathing his sword.
> The world is dangerous, but I am learning. I will grow stronger. Step by step, I will shape my destiny.
The journey was no longer about survival alone—it was about **power, control, and becoming the strategist this world feared.