Level Up with Skills - Chapter 29

Chapter 29

The God of Struggle and Death(3)

 

TL: handCream

PR: Kasaix

 

Finally, the knight’s armor broke. And his face was revealed. The servant, who regained his Intelligence, smirked at Tae-san. Tae-san lips were tightly zipped.

 

[Brave One, It was a good match.]

 

Tae-san felt like that’s what the knight wanted to say.

 

The figure of the knight blended into the fog and shoot up to the ceiling of the labyrinth. The scenery of the Altar of Lakiratas returned to its original state.

 

[You have defeated the servant of Lakiratas.]

 

[Lakiratas is greatly satisfied.]

 

‘I’m content.’

 

Tae-san clicked his tongue. The knight was stronger than he expected. His Mana was exhausted and his Health was in shambles.

 

“Was it worth it changing the quest all of a sudden?” Aren’t you just a bully?”

 

Lee Tae-yeon always mentioned that all the gods were rude. He thought he understood what she said but that wasn’t the case. Tae-san nervously checked the system window that he had turned off.

 

[You have defeated the servant of Lakiratas]

 

[You have earned a lot of experience]

 

[Health has been restored by 30.]

 

[Acquired 253 gold.]

 

[You won against an enemy who was difficult to win. Strength is permanently increased by 2. Agility is permanently increased by 2. Mana is permanently increased by 2.]

 

[Your Soul Raiser has been activated. Strength is permanently increased by 4. Agility is permanently increased by 3.]

 

[You have levelled up]

 

[The user is in the best condition]

 

[Health is increased by 25 as a reward for levelling up.]

 

[Strength is permanently increased by 3 as a reward for levelling up. Agility is permanently increased by 3. Mana is permanently increased by 3. Health is permanently increased by 5.]

 

“Huh?”

 

Tae-san couldn’t stop his laughter. It seemed as if he was some sort of deranged maniac.

 

‘This is no joke. Strength is now 17, Health is now 30 and my Mana has increased by 5.’

 

This clearly proved what kind of opponent the Servant of Lakiratas was. When Tae-san evaluated him, he appeared no stronger than the boss on the 15th floor or higher in Normal Mode. Though he didn’t personally experience that mode, he could tell just by looking at his opponent right away.

 

“Status window.”

 

[Kang Tae-san]

 

[Level: 6]

 

[Health: 190/190]

[Mana: 22/22]

[Strength: 27]

[Intelligence: 25]

[Agility: 40]

[Attack Power + 5]

[Defense +2]

 

[The user is in the best condition]

 

Looking at his status. He forgot all his anger on all the injustice he had suffered and started laughing.

 

‘But there’s no equipment…’

 

There was regret over Tae-san’s face. He thought he could obtain at least the weapon or the armor of the knight. Both of them were overwhelming equipment at this stage. Quest monsters usually had such equipment.

 

Though Tae-san expected it, it was still a shame. At least a reward was waiting for him to relieve this disappointment.

 

[You have passed the Ordeal of Lakiratas. You will be rewarded according to the evaluation of Lakiratas.]

 

[Lakiratas was greatly satisfied with your struggle. Lakiratas wants to give you a reasonable reward]

 

“Thank God.”

 

How can he suddenly change the contents of the quest? A little mistake and Tae-san could have died.

 

In Tae-san’s heart distaste towards Lakiratas grew. Whether he knew it or not, Lakiratas started processing the reward.

 

[The interference area of ​​Lakiratas has been reduced.]

 

[Lakiratas has given the reward. You have received [Lakiratas’ Ritual Sword]]

 

[You have cleared the enhanced ordeal. Additional rewards follow.]

 

[You have acquired the special Passive Skill [Proof of Struggle]]

 

[Lakiratas offers you an Apostle’s Contract.]

 

“Huh?”

 

Tae-san was flustered.

 

“The Apostle’s Contract? What’s that?”

 

Tae-san looked at the window. But no matter how long he waited, no explanation appeared.

 

“So, do you want me to choose?”

 

Tae-san sat down and stroked his chin. He was compensated much and there was no information on what kind of contract this was.

 

Tae-san recalled the system window.

 

[The interference area of ​​Lakiratas has been reduced]

 

The message that appeared in the window before the Apostle’s Contract. When battling with the Servant of Lakiratas, a system window appeared showing that the interference of Lakiratas was reduced.

 

It seems Gods also suffer a penalty for interfering while using their influence. And it looked like Lakiratas wanted to use his power to make Tae-san his Apostle.

 

It was more of goodwill than hostility, but Tae-san felt reluctant.

 

Well, the opponent is a God.

 

Lee Tae-yeon said they like to have their own ways, and Tae-san could understand now. To change the course of the Ordeal in the middle. It could have been dangerous if he was a little weak.

 

Would this offer really be beneficial to him?

 

It was difficult to guarantee that the god’s favor would be able to match with his purpose. Perhaps there was a good chance of living as a slave just like the Servant of Lakiratas.

 

Tae-san made the decision.

 

‘I am going to reject it.’

 

[You have rejected Lakiratas’ suggestion. The apostle’s contract will be postponed]

 

Rejection did not provoke anger or anything. He couldn’t understand if the gods are merciful to the ones they acknowledged or if it’s because of Lakiratas that the contract was put on hold.

 

It was a relief. This also means that there’s no way that he wouldn’t be compensated just because the god is upset.

 

[Lakiratas has given the reward. You have received [Lakiratas’ Ritual Sword]]

 

The mist gathered and soon a blood-colored long sword appeared in front of Tae-san. It was very sharp as there was no rust over it.

 

Tae-san’s eyes lit up at the weapon that looked quite good.

 

[Lakiratas’ Ritual Sword]

 

[Attack +5]

 

[The User would recover Health by 5 when the opponent is killed.]

 

[This is the sword used by those who worship Lakiratas. The blade was dyed red by absorbing the blood of the sacrifices.]

 

Tae-san’s eyes stopped for a moment. He rubbed his eyes to make sure he wasn’t mistaken.

 

“It’s real.”

 

Tae-san laughed as he didn’t expect this.

 

“What? Is it okay to give me something like this?”

 

Its attack power was 5. It was obviously not an item that could be obtained on the 2nd floor. Currently, his Attack power was 4. If he were to replace his old sword with this weapon, it would permanently increase to 7. And if he were to use dual swords his Attack power would be 9.

 

In terms of attack power alone, his strength had nearly doubled. And in terms of damage, it would become about 30% stronger.

 

Not to mention there was even a special effect. Recovery of Health by 5 when the target is killed. It was a small but significant effect.

 

“Cool.”

 

It was a satisfying reward for the hard work. Tae-san was pleased enough, but the reward was not over yet.

 

[You have cleared the enhanced ordeal. The additional rewards are as follows]

 

[You have acquired the special Passive Skill [Proof of Struggle]]

 

It’s a skill he didn’t know. If the first reward was a sword with attack power 5, the skill would also be a fairly good skill. Tae-san checked with anticipation.

 

[Special Passive Skill: Proof of Struggle]

 

[Proficiency: 1%]

 

[You have proven your struggle. The more you fight an enemy, the stronger you become.]

 

‘Is it an acceleration skill?’

 

A skill that increases the speed and the stats. Those skills are called acceleration skills. Many players have used it as a concept of buff.

 

Proof of Struggle seemed to be such a skill. And he’ll have to use it to look at its detailed performance, but Tae-san didn’t think the skill would be bad because it’s a reward given by God himself.

 

Lakiratas didn’t stop there.

 

[Sub-quest begins]

 

[Lakiratas wants to give another ordeal after successfully completing his ordeal.]

 

[Condition: To kill the enemies on the 2nd and 3rd floors and return here.]

 

[Reward: According to your performance, Lakiratas will determine it.]

 

“….”

 

Tae-san vaguely looked at the quest window. Lakiratas has already changed the content of the previous Ordeal, so he was reluctant to accept this.

 

So, Tae-san made the decision.

 

“I’m not accepting it.”

 

The person who once stabbed in the back can backstab at any time. So, Tae-san decided to refuse the quest.

 

[You declined the sub-quest.]

 

Then the window opens again.

 

[Start of the sub quest]

 

[Lakiratas wants to give another trial to you, who has successfully completed his trial.]

 

[Condition: To kill the enemies on the 2nd and 3rd floors and return here.]

 

[Reward: According to your performance, Lakiratas will mercifully determine it.]

 

“….”

 

This time the description of ‘merciful’ was added. Tae-san, who vaguely smiled, accepted it this time. But this time, the quest was not something out of the existence of the labyrinth. The Ordeal was to clear the 2nd and the 3rd floor. So, it would be difficult to play pranks with him.

 

Looking at the changed quest window, it seemed that Lakiratas had no intention of doing anything. So Tae-san judged that there was no problem receiving it.

 

[Sub-quest begins]

 

[Lakiratas is happy with your choice]

 

If he was going to clear the floors anyways, it’s better to kill each one of them. All enemies on the 2nd and 3rd floors were likely to spend time wandering around. Tae-san thought he was going to prepare a bit before he began his quest.

 

So he went back to the store.

 

***

 

“How are you here already?”

 

“I just have something to buy. 200 gold per potion, right?”

 

“Yes it’s 200 gold.… Are you going to buy it?

 

“I think I’ll need it in a bit.”

 

Originally, it wasn’t his intention to use a potion so soon. But he changed his mind after seeing the description of the ordeal.

 

He wasn’t sure if he could survive another place like the Altar of Lakiratas. Or if someone attacks him suddenly.

 

So, if the recovery potion was with him. He could pass through any major problems.

 

If only he had potions just now, it would have been easier to clear.

 

Tae-san had a total of 650 gold.

 

Also he was going to sell the unused equipment, too. Tae-san pulled out the rusty longsword and a bow.

 

“How much will this be sold at?””

 

“Those two? I could give you 100 gold each.”

 

850 gold. Now, he could buy a total of four potions.

 

“Do you sell any Mana potions?”

 

“I do, but this is a tad bit more expensive. 250 gold.”

 

“Then, I’ll buy one of that and three Recovery potions.”

 

“Here you go”.

 

Dwarf quickly traded gold with the potions. Three red potions and one blue potion came into Tae-san’s possession.

 

[Health Recovery Potion]

[Recovers 50% of HP.]

 

[Mana Restoration Potion]

[Recovers 50% of mana.]

 

His basic preparation was over. Tae-san put the potions into the inventory. The Dwarf, who was staring at Tae-san, was shocked.

 

“… That sword.”

 

All the Dwarf could see was the Lakiratas’ Ritual Sword.

 

“Lakiratas. Did you get it from that pervert?”

 

“A pervert?”

 

“Yeah, a pervert who likes to see people fight each other to death.”

 

It looked like the Dwarf didn’t have much good opinion on Lakiratas. He had a frown on his face.

 

“Seeing that you received it, I guess you passed the ordeal. It must be too much for you right now…. Well you can’t do much on what you receive.”

 

As expected, the Dwarf didn’t seem to like the new weapon Tae-san received. Well, right now Tae-san couldn’t tell the difference between those two.

 

But they don’t seem to be friendly with each other.

 

“Still, I expected it. I knew you could clear the task. But did you almost die?”