The Shaman looked up and down with bloodshot eyes. There's a peculiar magic aura surrounding it.
I stared it down as well with my sword pointed straight ahead. I'm sure I could defeat this monster in seconds if I went all out, but I want to see what it can do. I've only read about shamans in comics, this is the first one I've actually seen out in a dungeon.
The monster raised its staff and let out a grunt. Its leather pouch opened up and an assortnt of silver orbs ca flying out.
They were all moving in a circle around the monster, I couldn't quite make out what they were. If I had to guess, they looked like small balls of tal, rocks, or maybe crystals. Again, I've never seen anything like this.
The shaman hissed and pointed its staff right at . Two of the floating orbs moved out of formation and ca rocketing my way.
"CLANNGGGG"
I blocked them with my sword without much of a problem. The objects were quick, the two that hit my sword were circular tal balls. If I was closer to this shaman's level these orbs would be deadly. I could feel the power behind each of its attacks, its very strong for a level 124.
The monster stared at while backing up and raised its staff again. Four of the orbs ca hurdling towards .
"CLANGGGGG"
I easy blocked all of the projectiles again. The shaman shrieked and turned.
"Oh, you're not getting away that easy!"
It was running away from . What a joke. So monster this is...
I ignited my sword into flas and followed it into the small cluster of trees.
"THUDDD"
"AGHHH what th-"
As I followed the monster I was struck in the center of my back with one of those tal orbs. It didn't do any serious damage, but it definitely didn't feel good.
I turned to see half a dozen orbs floating behind while I chased the shaman into the woods. It's a crafty little monster. It knows it can't beat straight on, so it's going to do what it can to survive.
I fought off most of the tal orbs, but they kept coming back no matter how many tis I hit them. My back is getting bruised up. I wonder what kind of magic this shaman is using...? Whatever it is, this would be a good skill to have.
I could see the monster right in front of less than 10m away but it keeps diving behind trees and scurrying around while I defend myself from its floating orbs.
I'm getting a bit frustrated. It keeps twisting and turning through this small patch of forest because it knows the layout like the back of its hand. Unlike , this is the first ti I've seen any of this scenery. The monster is hissing and making sound similar to laughter. I think it's enjoying this... I can see the end of the tree patch in sight, it looks like the shaman is heading out soon. Finally, a fight in a wide open field will be much easier for .
As we neared the edge of the trees I ca within 3m of the slimy little creature. I was seconds away from slicing it to pieces. Then, I felt my footing give out.
My vision went blurry and I felt weightless for a mont...
"THUDDDD"
I hit the ground monts later and heard faint footsteps and hissing moving away from .
It's dark in here... did I really fall for the oldest trick in the book... This Shaman lead straight into a pitfall and I fell for it. There are a few large wooden spikes at the bottom, but they were poorly constructed. I broke most of them with the impact of my fall, I'm bleeding a little but it's nothing serious.
I looked up to see the bright blue sky, and proceeded to use the wooden spikes to climb out of the trap like a make shift ladder.
"No more playing around... co on out!"
I used my enemy detection and located it 100m ahead of . This coward really put in a hole and made a run for it.
I sprinted out of the trees with my blade on fire and a smirk across my face.
It's wide open in the field and running quickly even deeper into the dungeon. I followed the monster in a straight line closing the distance as fast as I could.
Its tal orbs were no where in sight, I could focus on running at full speed. Less than 30 seconds later we were face to face again.
The monster hissed and summoned its orbs from the pouch. Without hesitation I went in for a strike, I'm not letting this opportunity pass again.
I swung my fiery blade at the shaman's neck while being pelted by its orbs. I could feel a few make contact breaking a few of my ribs, but I had my eye on the prize.
"Shinggggggg"
"THUDDD"
I sliced through the shamans neck like butter and the battle was over just like that. I looked down to see my favorite floating blue letters.
[Use Absorption]
Skill: Telekinesis
[YES][NO]
With a grin I chose [YES] and used self regeneration to heal my minor injuries.
The body of the shaman started to disappear pretty quickly and to my surprise it didn't only drop mana. There was a small silver key next to the crystal on the ground.
I picked the loot up and examined the key for a mont before throwing them both in my item storage.
I guess I'll have to ask around, I've never seen anything like this for an item drop before... I think I've had enough fun here, its about ti I head back. Sobody is bound to beat the boss soon anyways.
I headed back towards the dungeon start point, but sure enough a team beat the boss before I could make it back. I ca just in ti, 10 more minutes and I would have missed my chance to find that shaman.
A white light appeared, It felt odd not being in a boss room and seeing this light. Everyone in the dungeon was transported back into that small room at the top of the escalator. It was very crowded, there were easily 40 people cramd into this tight space.
They all seed to be beginner D Class hunters and so E Class that managed to get in before they closed off the platform. I didn't talk to anyone, I just minded my own business and tried to sift through the crowd towards the escalator.
"Hey! It's Jay right?"
I turned my head. Who knows my na in this city?
"H-Hi Uhh... who are you?"
Standing in front of was a short red haired girl with a black combat suit on similar to the ones I saw at the Hunters Association, but definitely not exactly sa.
She smiled and reached out her hand.
"The na's Nessa. I Saw you taking with my captain Hundson yesterday. Nice to formally et you!"
"I- uhh. Really? I just saw him this morning."
"Yeah it's my day off. Hundson trains a lot of us D Class at the Tara Guild. I'm pretty new to the city, they let join the day I asked!"
I took a closer look at Nessa. She was on the shorter side, maybe 160cm. Bright orange/red hair, and bright blue eyes with light freckles on her cheeks. If I had to guess she was no more than 19 years old. A D Class and new to the city huh? She must be a pretty good fighter... and have so kind of unique or useful combat skill.
I boarded the escalator and continued the small talk as she followed.
"What are you doing at an E Class break?"
She smiled.
"Well, its my first ti hearing about one of these so called surges. I wanted to see what they were all about for myself."
I nodded.
"Yup, too."
"Disappointing huh?"
"Uhh, I guess. It was interesting."
It was actually not disappointing at all, it couldn't have gone any better for . I decided not to say anything about the rare monster I faced though. It's just becoming a habit to keep my experiences to myself.. There's no point in keeping secrets, it's just more simple if I do.
"Well, I'm going out on a raid with my team tomorrow to the Minotaur dungeon again. Maybe I'll see you there?"
"Hmm, maybe. I'll be farming there tomorrow as well, but I really only hunt solo."
She pouted a bit, but I don't think she was actually upset. I can't help but to stare a bit, she's such a pretty girl. It's literally been one day since the last girl I trusted tried to kill ... Am I really going to fall for these charms again?
The train ca and we rode it back to the main hub. When we walked upstairs there seed to be a big commotion going on by the D Class escalator. There was a guard speaking up.
"Only parties of 3 and above or C Class hunters are allowed down to the D Class Dungeon platform for the next hour. There's been a large break in the Kobold dungeon, this is for your own safety!"
Looks like there's another large break. Think I'll pack it in for today though, I've had a good day of hunting. I turned to Nessa.
"I'm done for the day. It was a pleasure eting you, maybe I'll see you out hunting again one of these days."
She smiled at .
"Like I said before, I'm in the morning slot tomorrow. The whole team will be here right when the sun cos up."
I waved as I turned to leave.
"Alright. Maybe I'll see ya."
I'm just trying to be polite, I hope I didn't co off as rude. Yes, I wouldn't mind seeing her again but eting a whole new team of hunters isn't on my imdiate to do list.
I walked off into the city as the sun set heading towards the market to sell my loot.
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