The Ultimate Skill System: Absorb, Upgrade, Create, Transfer-Chapter 17 - : Powerhouse

Keiran stood still, staring at the enormous carcass of the Raccolossus he had just defeated. The massive beast, once a ferocious predator, now lay motionless before him, its thick, fur-covered body beginning to dissolve.

The venom he had injected into it was working rapidly, breaking down the flesh and turning it into a dark, sludgy substance that sank into the cracked earth beneath it.

A low, faint hissing sound filled the air as steam rose from the dissolving corpse, carrying the sharp, acrid scent of decay.

The surrounding battlefield bore clear signs of their intense battle—deep claw marks gouged into the ground, scattered stones shattered from the force of their blows, and broken branches littering the area where their struggle had uprooted trees.

Keiran took a deep breath, feeling the lingering energy of combat still coursing through his veins. Then, without hesitation, he activated Divine Inheritance.

Suddenly, a powerful essence erupted from the Raccolossus's remains. A swirling, ghostly light emerged from the dissolving flesh, forming into a massive current of energy that surged toward Keiran like a tidal wave.

He stood firm as the energy wrapped around him, sinking into his skin, bones, and muscles.

His body tensed as the raw power of the Raccolossus flowed into him, its strength, instincts, and abilities fusing with his own.

It was overwhelming, like being filled with a raging storm, yet exhilarating. His mind tingled as the knowledge of new skills imprinted themselves deep into his consciousness.

[You have received 7 Skills.]

[Common Skills]

[Wild Flurry (Active): Raccolossus unleashes a rapid series of attacks, striking enemies in a chaotic yet powerful flurry. Each hit deals moderate damage, with a chance to stagger smaller foes. Mana Cost 1.]

[Raccoon Rampage (Active): Raccolossus dashes forward, bulldozing through enemies with sheer brute force. Deals damage and knocks back all foes in its path. If it collides with an obstacle, it rebounds, causing another shockwave of damage. Mana Cost 1.]

[Iron Pelt (Passive): Raccolossus's thick hide grants natural resistance to physical attacks, reducing damage taken from slashes and blunt strikes.

[Uncommon Skills.]

[Predator's Maul (Active): Raccolossus leaps high into the air before crashing down with a devastating strike. Enemies at the center of impact are crushed into the ground, immobilizing them for a few seconds, while those in the shockwave radius are knocked back and staggered. Mana Cost 5.]

[King of the Wilds (Passive): Raccolossus's predatory instincts heighten its awareness of enemies, allowing it to detect foes even through stealth or invisibility. Additionally, if surrounded, it temporarily gains a boost to agility and damage resistance.]

[Rare Skills.]

[Colossal Frenzy (Active): Raccolossus taps into an unstoppable primal fury, greatly increasing attack speed, movement speed, and raw strength for a short duration. While in this state, every attack causes shockwaves, and damage taken is significantly reduced. When the effect ends, Raccolossus lets out a deafening roar, stunning nearby enemies. Mana Cost 10.]

[Titan's Resilience (Passive): When Raccolossus's health drops below a critical threshold, it becomes nearly unkillable for a short duration, gaining immense regeneration and damage resistance. During this state, any attack it lands on an enemy restores a portion of its health.]

As the rush of power settled within him, Keiran let out a slow breath, feeling the transformation in every fiber of his being.

[You leveled up 5x.]

[You have received 60 Stat Points.]

[Your HP, MP, and SP have been replenished.]

[Congratulations on acquiring your first Rare skills! You are now a Rare entity.]

[Because of your advancement in rank, you can now gain more growth in every stat point you allocate. Your HP, MP, and SP will now increase by 13 points instead of 11, including previously allocated stat points.]

Keiran flexed his fingers, testing the changes in his strength. He could feel it—his body was far more resilient, his reactions sharper, his instincts more refined. He extended his wings and, with a single powerful beat, launched himself into the sky.

The wind rushed against him as he ascended, cool and refreshing after the battle's heat. Below him, the forest stretched endlessly, a sea of green with specks of vibrant colors from wildflowers and rivers cutting through the landscape like silver veins.

He landed on a stone hill, retrieving the red tracksuit he had left behind before the fight. With a swift shake, he dusted it off and pulled it on.

He sat atop the hill, gazing at the serene beauty around him. The sun hung high in the sky, bathing the world in golden light, casting long, soft shadows across the land.

The wind was gentle as it brushed through his wavy black hair, carrying with it the scent of blooming trees and fresh earth. For the first time in a while, Keiran allowed himself to rest.

After some time, he opened his status board. His recent promotion to a Rare entity had significantly boosted his stats.

Keiran allocated his 120 stat points: 20 each to Constitution, Dexterity, and Agility, and 30 each to Intelligence and Strength, then confirmed his choices.

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NAME: Keiran Graywood

CLASS: Hero

SUBCLASS: Skillmancer

LEVEL: 58

HP: 1,521

MP: 2,275

SP: 2,275

[STATS]

CONSTITUTION: 117

INTELLIGENCE: 175

STRENGTH: 175

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DEXTERITY: 117

AGILITY: 117

AVAILABLE STAT POINTS: 0

[SKILLS]

DIVINE BLESSINGS: Divine Inheritance, Sacred Elevation, Arcane Creation, Blessing of Bequeathal.

COMMON: Iron Fist, Enduring Spirit, Mud Spit, Stone Skin, Rapid Hop, Ferocious Bite, Predator's Rush, Venomous Bite, Shadow Slither, Venomous Strike, Static Jolt, Thunder Dash, Conductive Fur, Ember Slash, Flame Gust, Heated Feathers, Wild Flurry, Raccoon Rampage, Iron Pelt.

UNCOMMON: Rending Frenzy, Skittering Nightmare, Aqua Devour, Elastic Fluid Body, Mystic Convergence, Hellflare Dive, Eternal Blaze, Predator's Maul, King of the Wilds.

RARE: Colossal Frenzy, Titan's Resilience.

•••••

The moment he confirmed the distribution, his body reacted. His muscles tightened, his senses sharpened, and his energy surged with newfound potency.

Satisfied, Keiran flared his wings once more and took off.

Nightfall approached, and Keiran searched for a good place to camp. As he flew over the dense forest, he kept his eyes open for both shelter and prey.

Spotting a group of Horned Rabbits, he descended swiftly, eliminating three of them with precise strikes. Their horns gleamed in the fading light, but their meat would be his true prize.

He gathered firewood, striking a flame and setting up a campfire. The rabbits sizzled over the fire, their rich aroma filling the air. As he ate, the heat of the meal spread through his body, relaxing him after the exhausting day.

The night was peaceful. He leaned against a sturdy tree, gazing up at the starry sky. The forest whispered with the sounds of insects and distant rustling leaves, but none of it was a threat.

Keiran allowed himself to sleep, letting exhaustion take over.

At dawn, he awoke refreshed, extinguished his fire, and stretched his wings once more. It was time to hunt again.

This time, he wasn't looking for any ordinary fight. He wanted a challenge.

As he soared, his senses suddenly tingled. He detected something—something massive. A mana signature unlike anything he had encountered before. It flickered in and out of his perception, distorting the air around it like a storm.

It wasn't just strong—it was unnatural.

Keiran slowed, tracking its shifting presence. It moved erratically, appearing in different locations before vanishing.

Instead of rushing in blindly, he hovered above the treetops, carefully observing the pattern of its movements. Each time the mana flickered, he noted the direction it reappeared in, piecing together its path like a hunter trailing elusive prey.

He descended, moving swiftly through the forest, following the faint disturbances left in its wake—the crushed grass, the torn branches, the deep, narrow cuts along tree trunks where its bladed limbs had scraped past. Every trace it left behind painted a clearer picture of its movements.

It took time, patience, and precision, but soon, the erratic flickers of mana no longer confused him. He anticipated its next appearance, maneuvering into position.

Then, his eyes finally locked onto the creature as it emerged once more, its massive form hunched over the torn body of a Spike Boar.

Thanks to King of the Wilds, the moment his eyes locked onto it, it no longer escaped his sight.

What he saw was a monstrous mantis.

The creature's emerald-green exoskeleton shimmered under the morning light. Its razor-sharp scythe-like arms were stained with fresh blood as it feasted on the corpse of a Spike Boar. Its compound eyes flickered with intelligence, scanning the area for threats.

Keiran smirked.

[Rare: Aethermantis — Level 61.]

A formidable opponent.

Its blades gleamed with deadly precision. Its legs, built for swift movements, hinted at terrifying speed.

Keiran tilted his head slightly, amused.

"Cute."

He unfurled his wings, embers sparking at their edges.

The hunt was on.