blueteamnovel Chapter 87: Chapter 87 - Undefeated Elite Monster Slayer
Chapter 87: Chapter 87 - Undefeated Elite Monster Slayer
Chapter 87: - Undefeated Elite Monster Slayer
Broken and Freya forged ahead through the thick, tangled forest, each step taken with determination and resolve. Polly led the way with her powerful paws, unflinchingly pummeling the ground with every stride.
Utilizing Broken's newly acquired Hawk's Eye skill was instrumental in helping them avoid large hordes of monsters that would have otherwise posed significant threats. This invaluable gift allowed them to selectively engage smaller, more manageable groups, although it came at the cost of draining Broken's stamina significantly.
Suddenly, without warning, Polly came to an abrupt halt. The once vibrant forest was swallowed by a suffocating stillness. Then, breaking the silence, a deep, ominous growl resonated from within the dense thicket.
Freya gasped, her eyes widening as a formidable beast emerged from the shadows. Its thick, striped orange fur was matted with dirt and twigs, enhancing its menacing appearance. The creature's yellow eyes glowed like lanterns in the darkness, and its white, razor-sharp teeth gleamed ominously in the silver light of the moon.
[Elite - Feral Panther Lv. 150]
"It's an Elite Feral Panther!" Freya cried out, panic creeping into her voice. "We have to turn back now we can't confront something of this magnitude up close!"
Polly, sensing the urgency, bolted with unmatched speed, attempting to outrun the relentless predator. The panther, undeterred, chased after them with eerie precision, its eyes locked onto its prey. Their arrows shot and whizzed through the air, only to be easily dodged by the agile panther.
The beast then pounced, its claws swiping viciously, but Polly's swift reflexes allowed them to evade the attack narrowly.
"Freya! Take the high ground!" Broken shouted as Freya nimbly leaped off Polly's back and took to the trees. "We need to coordinate our attacks from two sides!"
The duo launched a series of relentless attacks, each more aggressive and calculated than the last.
Finally, they managed to strike their target, sending the panther crashing into a nearby tree. Utilizing the momentary disorientation, Broken leaped from Polly's back, his sword gleaming as he charged toward the monstrous foe.
[Charged Attack (Active Skill) Lv. 1]
In a strategic maneuver, Polly split into five identical copies, encircling the beast from all directions.
[Quick Strike (Active Skill) Lv. 1]
With a battle cry that echoed through the forest, the trio launched their coordinated assault. Freya's arrows rained down from her vantage point while Broken swung his sword in perfect harmony with Polly's deadly strikes.
Despite their synchronized efforts, the panther's agility allowed it to deliver a brutal counterattack to Broken, striking him square in the chest. A distinct sound effect
reverberated, signaling the passive activation of his Shadow Fangs skill, which mitigated the impact of the damage.
Thrown to the ground, Broken fought to regain his senses just as the monster charged, its eyes filled with predatory malice.
"Broken!" Freya's voice was laced with alarm as she called out from the treetops.
At that moment, the five Pollys pounced on the panther from various angles, buying Broken precious seconds to recover. Gritting his teeth, he stood up, poised for battle.
[Severing Strike (Active Skill)]
Broken delivered a decisive blow, striking after the coordinated efforts of Polly and Freya had sufficiently weakened the beast. The battle was long and grueling, stretching what felt like an eternity as they fought tooth and nail against the formidable foe.
After a harrowing struggle, the Elite Feral Panther finally succumbed to their relentless assault, collapsing in a defeated heap.
[You have successfully slain the Elite - Feral Panther Lv. 150]
"Damn, this monster was truly a challenge."
"That was an Elite at level 150, so it's to be expected," Freya replied, her voice a mixture of exhaustion and satisfaction.
"Yes, go ahead. It will boost your performance significantly," Freya encouraged, a giggle escaping her lips. "Especially since it seems we'll be spending quite a bit more time in this
forest."
Broken was taken aback as he realized he had accumulated a total of 120 stat points. This windfall was the result of several level-ups over the past few days, plus the two significant achievements he had earned that day alone. Knowing he had to make the best of this bounty, he pondered carefully on how to allocate his points.
"Strength is tempting," he mused. Yet, the demands of his equipment and skills, massively increasing his mana expenditure, weighed heavily on his decision. He recognized the necessity of balance-improving not just his physical prowess but also his agility, intelligence, constitution, and stamina to survive and excel in his battles.
With a determined expression, he began to distribute his points.
[Spend 40 Stat Points into Strength]
[Spend 20 Stat Points into Agility]
[Spend 20 Stat Points into Intelligence]
[Spend 20 Stat Points into Constitution]
[Spend 20 Stat Points into Stamina]
[Name: Broken
Level: 48
Classes: Super Novice | Royal Blacksmith
Health: 1,980 Mana: 1,668
Strength: 340 Agility: 139 Intelligence: 144 Constitution: 148 Stamina: 150
Charisma: 50 Luck: 25 Dexterity: 40
Available Stat Points: 0
Weight: 1,830/2,040]
Broken smiled with satisfaction as he reviewed his overall status. "I feel like I'm gradually
getting stronger, and I'm starting to enjoy it."
"And what about logging out for now? It's Saturday night, you know."
"Already?" "Yup, I think hanging out at the cafe sounds more appealing than wandering around a dark
forest here. What do you think?"
"Just the two of us?"
"No, silly," she replied with another giggle. "We'll invite Lily as well unless you were secretly
trying to ask me out on a date."
"Good idea. Let's meet outside."
In a heartbeat, they vanished from the forest.