Ascension Through Skills

Chapter 31

That Buried One, The Warrior Ghost (1)

 

TL: handCream

PR: Kasaix

 

Right now, Tae-san wanted to try out the [Proof of Struggle].

 

[Proof of Struggle has been activated]

 

In an instant, his mind became clear. Tae-san’s face brightened away from the fatigue that was from his previous fights.

 

“!?”

 

A Skill that could reduce mental fatigue in the labyrinth was very rare. Even though he was physically strong, his mental strength was weak. So he had to often take breaks to relieve himself.  

 

However, with the Proof of Struggle he clearly felt a decrease in fatigue and increase in his stats.

 

To check his assumption, Tae-san checked his status window. All his stats were increased by 1.

 

Even his Action taking speed had also increased. Tae-san moved his hand to confirm.

 

“Is it about 5%?”

 

The Mana spent was also restored. Meaning when fighting against goblins, it meant that mana would not decrease even if he continued to use counter skills.

 

It’s pretty awesome. If he was driven by a large number of enemies, and had to kill each and every one of them. It wouldn’t matter how long the battle would last, with this skill he had nothing much to lose.

 

“Keek!”

 

Suddenly, Tae-san dodged the sword that attacked him diagonally and grabbed the goblin’s wrist. Pulling the goblin with force, he stabbed it in the stomach in one go.  

 

“Kaak!”

 

He hits the goblin running towards him with his shield. And slashed its stomach again.  

 

[You have defeated the goblin with a short sword]

 

[Proof of Struggle has been activated]

 

Again, everything accelerated. He ran towards the goblin with a spear. It freaked out and thrust the spear, but it got knocked down by the shield. The spear flew away.

 

“Keek!”

 

14. 13.

 

[You have won against the goblin with a spear]

 

[Proof of Struggle has been activated]

 

The battle ended at a rapid pace. The goblin, who was holding a bow that just woke up from being paralyzed, did not know how to continue. Tae-san moved forward.

 

His sword kept moving. The damage window appears.

 

“Keek…”

 

[You have won against the goblin with a bow]

 

[Proof of Struggle has been deactivated]

 

The force that was driven throughout the body disappeared. The difference between using the skill and not using it was so vast that it made him feel a little helpless.

 

‘This skill is good.’

 

In a nutshell, this skill included the recovery of the mind, the increase of every stat, the increase in his action speed, and the recovery of both Health and Mana.

 

And this was all packed into one skill. The effect was too good. Considering the difference between this and other acceleration skills, the Proof of Struggle was the best acceleration skill he had ever seen.

 

There were absolutely no restrictions nor any limitations.

 

It meant that if he could clear the prerequisites that the battle would continue and he would be able to fight endlessly.

 

It was a skill that had the same potential to be his main skill depending on the situation.

 

Moreover, monsters often appeared suddenly, so this could be put to good use.

 

It’s not a skill that everyone could get.

 

‘I am getting profits pretty well.’

 

Lakiratas was different from the Dwarf and Einzhar. Even though both acknowledged the ability of Tae-san, they were very careful when giving rewards because they were afraid of him being lazy by the lure of the compensation.

 

However, Lakiratas gave a reward worthy of his performance.

 

After completing the verification, Tae-san began to confirm the rewards.

 

He had a permanent increase in his Intelligence by 4. 

 

He checked the gold. 50 golds for each, adding up to 200 golds. The equipment dropped was one dagger and two arrows.

 

It’s okay, but it’s still not enough. Tae-san grabbed the sword and headed for the next aisle.

 

***

 

He roughly cut down the arrow that was shot desperately and approached the monster. He cut down the goblin, who was about to burst into tears.

 

“Kaak!”

 

[13 damage was dealt to goblin with a bow]

 

[You have won against the goblin with a bow]

 

[Proof of Struggle has been deactivated]

 

[Your level has increased]

 

[The user is in the best condition]

 

[Health increased by 15 as a reward for levelling up]

 

[As a reward for levelling up, Agility has been permanently increased by 2. Strength is permanently increased by 2.]

 

[Your Soul Raiser has been activated. Intelligence is permanently increased by 1.]

 

Tae-san shook off the blood from the sword.

 

“Is this enough?”

 

Till now he had raided six rooms. Only after hunting 24 goblins, his level was increased.

 

“Status window.”

 

[Kang Tae-san]

 

[Level: 7]

 

[Health: 205/205]

 

[Mana: 22/22]

 

[Strength: 29]

 

[Intelligence: 39]

 

[Agility: 42]

 

[Attack Power + 7]

 

[Defense + 7]

 

[The user is in excellent condition.]

 

The rise in his Intelligence was noticeable. Originally, it should have gone up more than this, but it didn’t even cross 40. Though it increased constantly, it wasn’t fast enough.

 

Still, the increase was pretty high. Without the increase in Intelligence, he would barely be able to reach the 5th floor.

 

He had also earned tons of gold. About 1200 gold to be exact. Selling the duplicate weapons, the amount could reach up to 2400 golds. He not only earned a lot of gold, he had also acquired useful equipment.

 

[Unravel Ankle Protector]

 

[Defense +1]

 

[It seems to prevent minor scratches.]

 

[Red Leather Armor]

 

 [Defense +2]

 

[It will be able to prevent moderate attack] 

 

Tae-san didn’t really care, but defense was fundamental to a player. Some players only increase their defense skills as it could reduce the damage they received by a large amount.

 

Six rooms. A total of nine rooms were built on the second floor. The second floor was about to end. But before that, Tae-san was going to stop by the store. 

 

When Tae-san returned to the store, the Dwarf welcomed him with a stricken face.

 

“What? Why are you here again?””

 

“I’m looking for equipment.””

 

“Equipment? Do you think I’ll be able to sell better equipment than your weapon?””

 

The Dwarf scrunched his face as if he couldn’t understand.

 

“…Ah… Ahirak Weapons Techniques!”

 

“Please show me all the accessories you have.”

 

The Dwarf did not show the equipment that was of superior level. It’s because he was afraid that Tae-san would stop making progress on his own.

 

However, accessories were not included in it. The Dwarf sighed.

 

“Okay, you’d be fine. Here, take a look.”

 

Dwarf opened the space as if he had given up. Numerous accessories were twinkling. Mesmerized, Tae-san whistled and took a good look at the jewelry pieces.

 

‘I will just skip some of them.’

 

If it was originally, he would have brought it first. But the skill applied regardless of the part where the weapon is worn.

 

However, as long as there was a attack increase, it’s not so important.

 

What Tae-san wanted to look for was accessories that could enhance his attack and defense Power.

 

There was an iron necklace that Tae-san had been paying attention to.

 

[Iron Cross Necklace]

 

[Attack Power + 1]

 

[This necklace was worn by those who worshipped the god of war. It’s of no use, but they believed that this was what protected them.]

 

[600G]

 

Contrary to the explanation, it was very useful for Tae-san. Tae-san opened his inventory and pulled out the duplicate weapons.

 

“How much do you pay for these?”

 

“…You’ve really picked up everything.”

 

The dwarf looked tired of the Tae-san coming here to sell equipment.

 

“It will be about 1400 gold. Are you going to sell them all?” 

 

There was no reason to have things that would only take up space in his inventory. Tae-san sold everything and received the gold.

 

Total of 2600 gold. Calculating, he thought he could buy some more ornaments.

 

Tae-san looked for things that were more like the Iron Cross Necklace.

 

As a result, he was able to find three more perfect pieces of equipment for him.

 

[Rusty Bracelet]

 

[Attack +1]

 

[It would break if it is directly attacked]

 

[600G]

 

Literally, the bracelet was in a state of splitting apart by blocking some attack. However, for Tae-san it didn’t matter because he wouldn’t really use it to attack.

 

[Jingled Gloves]

 

[Attack +2]

 

[It will protect your hands. This can hit the enemy a little more painfully.]

 

[900G]

 

This has higher-level compatibility than the Fighter’s Gloves. This would be a great modifier.

 

[Sharp-edged leather boots]

 

[Attack Power + 1]

 

[If the user hits with the tip, the attack could be more painful. This can’t be used for defense.]

 

[500G]

 

“I’ll buy all of these.”

 

A total of 2,600. It fits perfectly with his account.

 

“Here you go. Take it.””

 

Tae-san, who received his equipment, quickly wore it and verified its attack power.

 

[Attack +11]

 

No matter how strong the goblins were in the other three rooms. If he aimed well, he would easily clear the first two rooms. And a counter attack was enough for the last.

 

He was clearly stronger than before. Ahirak Weapons Techniques. It’s a really good skill. Dwarf grumbled at Tae-san, who looked clearly satisfied.

 

“Do you really like it?”

 

“Of course it’s good.”

 

“Damn you, Old Man. Why did you give him that? Now, I have nothing more to sell. Shoo, go quickly.”

 

The dwarf waved his hand. He was ready to kick him out halfway, but Tae-san was already satisfied enough. He headed towards the labyrinth without any reaction.

 

“Then, I’ll see you again next time.”

 

“Let’s meet each on the next floor please.”

 

Huh?

 

There was no answer to the desperate voice.

 

After returning to the labyrinth, Tae-san wandered around, but there was no goblin to be seen. Tae-san cleared all the rooms. It meant that the boss room was just around the corner.

 

Tae-san, who was walking down the aisle without much thought, came across a unique door.

 

An orange gate stood before Tae-san.

 

“What’s that?”

 

Usually, the Boss room had a red door. He had never heard of an orange room. He traced his memory, but Lee Tae-yeon never mentioned it either. It must be because she used to avoid dangerous and luring doors such as this one. So it must be why there was very little to no information about them. 

 

This room had to be a dangerous one.

 

And such rooms were always filled with rewards.

 

Tae-san opened the door. There were two goblins inside. It was impressive that they were armored with a perfect leather coat and held swords that weren’t rusty.

 

“Keek.”

 

“Kakaak.”

 

When they saw Tae-san, they pulled out their weapons. Unlike the goblins he had encountered so far, they did not rush right away and were wary of Tae-san.

 

[[Elite Goblin] Atlock has appeared.]

 

[[Elite Goblin] Genesis has appeared.]

 

Monsters with a name.

 

They were guarding a small tomb.

 

[You found the Tomb of a Warrior]