The next day, Erik was greeted by a fresh blanket of snow. All sounds seed to be muffled in the stillness. Outside, the snow was falling heavily, covering the landscape in a beautiful, uniform coat of white.
Focused on his aim, Erik had his sights set on the White Desert and was determined to reach it as swiftly as possible. Now that he was no longer hindered by inexperienced individuals in his guild and, with the advantage of his quick footwork, he was certain that he could complete the journey without delay.
Picking a Luminara Serpentis flower beca Erik's top priority as he erged from the do. With great care, he gently placed it inside a bottle that was filled to the brim with water, ensuring its preservation and ability to survive even when removed from its natural habitat on the ground.
After securing the flower, Erik sat down to enjoy a brief breakfast. Lost in deep thought, he savored each bite of his rations while his eyes remained fixed on the snowy expanse that lay just beyond the shelter he sought refuge in.
Up until now, he didn't find Thaids worth killing, and his travel went on expedited. However, he had already planned so ideas in his mind for the things he wanted to do once he finally reached the White Desert.
The top priority was finding a quicker thod of transportation, and he realized there was sothing he could accomplish with his abilities. However, before anything else, his top priority was to find a secure location where he could carry out his plan.
After finishing breakfast, Erik stood up and brushed off the snow that had gathered on his clothes. With a determined look in his eyes, he hefted his backpack onto his shoulders, the sound of zippers and buckles echoing in the silence, and took one last look at his temporary shelter, its feeble existence a reminder of the harsh conditions he was about to face in the snowstorm.
As Erik continued to make his way through the snow, his thoughts shifted to what lay in store for him once he reached the White Desert. There were not just flying Thaids present at the location, but there were also ones that remained hidden beneath the sand, patiently waiting for unsuspecting prey. Fear did not grip Erik for them. In fact, he relished the challenge they presented, but the flying Thaids were going to be a tough fight.
"Who knows what I'll find this ti?" He broke the silence of his solitary journey.
"With the Aerokinesis brain crystal power, I shouldn't have problems killing them, but…" His thoughts drifted to a very concerning matter. "My mana is too fucking low…"
That was the reason Erik went to the White desert. In order to increase his mana, he needed to level up as much as he could. The young man was determined to discover the truth about Uncle Benjamin and the Blackguards, aware that by doing so, he would make enemies out of them.
If the strength attributed to them by the world was accurate, it would be crucial not to underestimate the task at hand and depend on his physical abilities alone. He needed more power.
"I wonder how they'll like a taste of their own dicine." A smile crept up on his face at the thought. He pictured himself using the Thaids' own tactics against them.
The Aerokinesis power would allow him to attack from a distance, making the only advantage these beasts held against humans, their ability to fly useless.
It was a skill that would prove useful to him against flying opponents.
"I wish I had gotten this sooner. If I did, I would have claid this as my brain crystal power in Etrium, not Nathaniel's power."
It wasn't like the latter wasn't a good power. Nathaniel was bound to get cuddled by the army once he enlisted, and he was also going to have an easy life. The ability also allowed to fight mid range, but it was still nothing compared to the power of making wind blades out of the air.
Despite the adverse weather and the extensive distance he had to travel, Erik experienced a strong sense of anticipation. Although the White Desert was known for its harsh and unforgiving nature, it was also viewed as a training ground abundant with opportunities for those courageous enough to grasp them.
As Erik disappeared into the snowstorm, leaving behind his makeshift shelter and the glowing Luminara Serpentis plants, he felt a sense of excitent bubbling within him.
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Following an arduous journey of half a day, during which he traversed vast distances, Erik's attention was drawn to a discernible transformation in the landscape.
As we ventured deeper into the forest, we noticed a gradual transformation in the vegetation, which was slowly being replaced by a more desolate terrain characterized by jagged rocks and scarce shrubs scattered throughout the landscape.
Despite the cold temperatures, the trees remained, though their numbers decreased.
"I'm getting closer." His gaze swept over the changing scenery. The Thaids he had encountered during his journey were becoming formidable, their presence serving as a clear sign he was getting closer to the White Desert.
As he continued his journey, his attention was drawn to sothing in the distance, a flicker of movent. A convoy of armored cars was making its way across the barren landscape, toward Testrovsc's Rest's - the city he had left behind. Curiosity sparked, Erik hastened his steps, sprinting towards the convoy.
"Who would be out here, this close to the White Desert?" The region was famous for its dangerous Thaids, and it required a particular bravery - or perhaps foolishness - to approach them.
Erik slowly edged closer to the convoy, being mindful not to startle them or bring any unwanted attention to himself.
He squinted, he strained his eyes to discern any distinguishing features that could identify these travelers.
As he neared, he noticed a shiny emblem on one of the cars that imdiately drew his attention.
As he recognized the symbol, his heart skipped a beat, pounding in his chest. The emblem of the Band of Giants, the most renowned and powerful rcenary guild in the nation, was prominently displayed. Surprise filled Erik's eyes, causing them to widen.
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