One Potential point per skulc slain. Two Bosses, each promising a unique reward. As if that weren't enough, Priam's next target was a rune stone that sat at the center of the skulc village. Seth had no inkling of the stone's powers, except that it disrupted the Necromoon's light. That was good enough for Priam.
"Fate is urging us to eradicate these creatures," he whispered.
"Good riddance; I loathe these pests," grumbled Kazuki, scanning the coniferous forest. "We need to kill as many as possible. These beasts reproduce rapidly and can change their genitalia as needed. There were only five hundred a week ago."
"You're quite bloodthirsty," remarked Priam.
"The world will be better off without them. You'll understand soon enough."
"If you say so. What about the Bosses? How do we handle that?"
"What do you an?"
"You discovered the quest. I can let you choose the Boss you want," Priam offered.
Kazuki blinked before repressing a laugh.
"What's so amusing?" asked Priam.
"We're in Elysium," Kazuki replied when he caught his breath. "If I didn't finish the quest the first ti, it's because I failed. I had a hard ti escaping alive. If you manage to kill one, you deserve your reward."
"Are they that strong?"
"You'll see. I'll go right; you take the left."
"It's not wise to separate. If only we could coordinate our att—"
"I'm a hoplite," Kazuki cut in. "Overcoming adversity and improving is my way of life. I'm here to surpass myself and progress. I would like to complete the quest, but that's a bonus. The most important thing for is to face this imnse wall until I can knock it down."
"... I thought you wanted to improve Log-a-rhythm?"
"I wouldn't be here otherwise. However, we won't survive in Elysium by being weak. An impregnable base like your tree will help, but only my spear will win the war. Don't lose sight of your true goal," advised Kazuki.
There was truth in what the hoplite said, and Priam understood.
"So, are we enemies on this one?"
"Rivals," the hoplite smiled.
Upon hearing the Champion hoplite's response, Priam's heart raced. His rival was right. Preparing the Necromoon and its Tribulations wasn't just about accumulating resources. It was about transcending limits.
"You've convinced ," Priam smiled. "I'll take care of both Bosses in no ti."
"Unless I kill them first," Kazuki replied, baring his teeth.
"Big talk for soone who had to run away with their tail between their legs last ti."
Kazuki's eyes glead while Priam's burned with intense determination.
Their competitive spirits flared. Without a word, the two rivals parted ways.
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