Rise Of The Hoarder Chapter 27 Decision

Here I was, confronted with three ‘Skills’, of which I could only choose two.r

‘Spike Attack’r

‘Venomous Spikes’r

‘Venomous Claws’r

However, with ‘Claw Attack’ already in my Skill Slot, I only had two spots remaining.r

“I see…”r

Mumbling to myself, I contemplated which decision to make.r

Most people would replace my ‘Claw Attack’ with an obviously more powerful Skill, like ‘Venomous Claws’, but that would be a fatal mistake.r

“I have already maxed out my ‘Claw Attack’, making it highly efficient and lasting in combat.”r

Even if the ‘Venomous Claws’ boasted of a higher power, it wouldn’t be able to compare to the duration and cool down of my already existing skill.r

I had only one (Adult) Demon Core, after all. There was no way to upgrade the ‘Venomous’ skills anyti soon.r

There was also the option of taking both Venomous skills and leaving the ‘Spike Attack’ skill, but that would also be terrible.r

Unlike the (Adult) Demon Core, I have a lot of the (Soldier) Demon Cores. This ans that I can upgrade the level of the ‘Spike Attack’ skill.r

I tried rging the skills, but no icon erged indicating that combining two skills was possible. I could only assu that I can’t join two skills, for now.r.

It should be possible later on, though. After all, I have seen instances where it was achieved.r

“That’s it! I’ve made up my mind!”r

Grinning slightly, I tapped on two of the icons before .r

I ended up picking ‘Spike Attack’ and ‘Venomous Spikes’ as my Skills.r

Adding my ‘Claw Attack’ skill to the mix, this was the most efficient option.r

The cores glimred as I selected the options, and a surge of energy washed through . Information concerning the Skills entered my head, making grin in excitent.r

“Now then, let’s see what we have here…” I mumbled.r

[SKILLS]r

-tYou Currently Possess 3 Skill Slotsr

•tSlot 1 – r

•tSlot 2 – r

•tSlot 3 – r

[Skill Slots Will Be Added As Your Level Increases]r

Good, the Skills are all present. I wish I knew what Level I need to reach before more Skill Slots will be added.r

“Now then, let’s know more about these Skills” I bead, tapping on the skills accordingly.r

[Skill Information]r

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Grade: 1 (Fixed)r

Level:1 (Upgradable)r

A skill obtained from the lesser Demon, ‘Hell Kobold’s Spawn (Soldier)’. It is a low leveled skill that generates hardened spikes. These spikes can be launched as projectiles, making them useful in long-range combat.r

[Currently Unactivated]r

Skill Duration: 2 Minutesr

Skill Cooldown: 30 Minutesr

[.]r

Skill Information]r

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Grade: 1 (Fixed)r

Level:1 (Upgradable)r

A skill obtained from the lesser Demon, ‘Hell Kobold’s Spawn (Adult)’. It is a low leveled skill that generates hardened spikes which are poisonous. These spikes can be launched as projectiles. They deal extra damage by poisoning the target, making them useful in long-range combat and drawn-out fights.r

[Currently Unactivated]r

Skill Duration: 3 Minutesr

Skill Cooldown: 1 Hourr

[End Of Information]r

While the duration of these skills are longer than ‘Claw Attack’ before I upgraded it, their Cool down ti was also considerably larger.r

Looking at the build I currently possess, having extra long-range abilities is a great bonus. The poison attribute I obtained from the ‘Venomous Spikes’ was indeed useful, but I can’t lessen the cool down without upgrading it.r

Unfortunately, I have only one Demon Core. To my surprise, however, the (Adult) Core didn’t vanish after I added the skill. It was most likely because of the extra skill within.r

“I can choose to be patient and learn the skill later, or…” I mumbled, considering the next alternative.r

I could choose to upgrade the current ‘Venomous Spikes’ skill I possess. I’ll go with the latter.r

I’m obviously going obtain more Demon Cores in the future and learn better skills. I can’t get fixated on the remaining skill within the core.r

Instead, I should try strengthening the ones I currently possess. That’s what is most important for my survival.r

[Monts Later]r

I was able to upgrade my skill to Max Level, and increase the Level of my skill by one.r

Currently, the Cool down of the forr is one minute, while the latter’s cool down is thirty minutes.r

Whew. It’s a good thing I didn’t select both of the (Adult) Demon Cores skills. That would have been a big mistake, considering I would only be able to use them once in combat.r

“Now then, I suppose I’ve gotten considerably stronger. I also have many Demon Cores left.r

“Paul!” I called out.r

Instantly jumping to his feet, my lackey rushed to at the sound of my voice.r

“It’s ti to put your Skill to use. We’ll be making more ‘Core-2’ weapons!” I said.r

He nodded instantly. However, it seed like he had sothing to add.r

“I should hear him out…” I whispered underneath my breath.r

“What’s on your mind?”r

Paul appeared startled to hear ask this. His eyes lit up, and he spoke excitedly.r

“I-I was thinking… why don’t we make cooler weapons, like guns or canons!”r

Sigh, not this…r

There was a ti when I also thought like this, but I eventually ca to see how inefficient the venture was. As much as I would have loved to imitate one of my favorite Light Novel characters with his prosthetic arm, demon eye, and dual guns… I couldn’t!r

“Guns have triggers, canons have fuses… In an all-out battle, who will be the one pulling them?” I asked Paul point-blank.r

Fazed by my question, the idiot made a blank look. Clearly, he hadn’t thought of that.r

“Blades are more efficient since I can just fire them at my targets. My hands are too busy tapping on [Subspace] or using my [Skills] to pull the trigger of guns!” I explained.r

Slowly, he realized the ssage I was trying to pass across.r

“Now then, do you have any other questions?” I smiled impatiently.r

Taking the hint, Paul shook his head vehently.r

“Good. Now comnce the ‘Smithing’. We’ll camp here for today. By tomorrow, we’ll proceed to the ground floor. It’s better to be well prepared since we might be leaving this place by then!” I spoke.r

“R-really…?!” He asked nervously.r

He appeared nervous, with a bit of excitent in his eyes.r

I’m certain that he’s still frightened of the Demons, but after witnessing my proficiency in battle, Paul had grown even more confident of venturing outside.r

A small smile ford on my face. The more motivated he is, the better it is for .r

“Yes. Now begin your work… There’s much to do!”r