Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix
Chapter 1186 - 1186: Come

When the next morning came, Terra and Seara looked for Rain to gather some points across the town. They had accumulated quite a bit as well, but they were saving for when the time came and they decided on their next steps.

Those two were expecting to see Rain changed, they also had confidence in their motivational speeches as well, but it looked like things were the same as ever. They only found Rain talking with some people across the stands and taking turns with them on the games. He gave people some tips thought and showed how they could do better in the games that they were playing.

"I suppose that is a bit of progress," Seara raised her eyebrows. "Let's not force him too much to take a role that makes him suffer a lot."

"You are right," Terra said.

In the end, Terra ended up doing the same as Rain and helped a bunch of people over the day. Before long, some people were able to save some points while also buying new weapons and getting a bit stronger. At that point in time, every weapon and skill made them considerably stronger.

The only issue was how to keep them around… which wasn't an issue for Rain since it could keep them floating while invisible as well. That also improved his water skills.

The Water Master's path leveled up + 08 intelligence.

Level 5: Fluid Manipulation

Improve your control over water drastically, allowing you to shape it with precision for both offense and defense. Ten percent extra control per level.

"I kept my weapons hidden with the Water Mirror technique before, but this path never gained experience thanks to that," Rain rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "I wonder what changed to make that happen… Well, I have other things to worry about."

While Rain was helping a bunch of people and accumulating points for himself as well, he thought of the best ways that the strength of the group could increase. The power of the seals was that good, but it had limitations as well… speaking of which, he wanted to try to use the third seal in order to confirm that Branden was alive, but he needed to be under the right conditions to pull that off…

It would be nice if Rain could create something like the commander's path or something. His first idea was to become stronger the more soldiers he had, but there wasn't something that he could pull off… he had to think through and come up with the logic of the skills to make that work, and that didn't happen until now.

"You sure like to take the roundabout route regarding most things," Elisabetha said.

"It is one of my charms," Rain said.

"I am not sure about that. Most people would think that you are being a pain in the ass," Elisabetha said.

"That is one of their charms," Rain said. "They are exercising their right to be wrong about me."

Elisabetha hinted at a quick method to enhance Rain's strength, emphasizing its inherent risks. Rain, while intrigued, already knew about the details. Elisabetha leaned in and quietly suggested breaking the level cap on the Wrath's path, which, at level 100, would grant an extraordinary twenty-thousand-point increase to all parameters.

The proposition was alluring, but Rain couldn't dismiss the potential drawbacks.

The idea tempted him, but he pondered the potential consequences. The risk of corruption, akin to the weapons, was large. With a real body in play, Rain had to weigh the tremendous power against the peril of losing control. As he contemplated, he acknowledged the gravity of the decision.

"I guess I will just focus on doing what I am doing…" Rain thought.

When night came, Rain reunited with his squad, but he had a different idea. Instead of making them train like usual, he told them to split into groups of five and then fight each other using the skills of the magic weapon path. That was a bit dangerous since those weapons hurt and could cause a lot of damage despite being made of mana, but it was necessary.

"This exercise will improve your coordination, which will be important when entering the castle," Rain said. "Your adversaries will use many tactics, even more so if you decide to enter as a group. So, you need to get used to this now."

While Rain was watching the warriors splitting up, he sighed… he had become like a noisy teacher who forced everyone to work in groups. That was quite amazing, actually…

In the midst of the training session, Rain took the opportunity to not only enhance his squad's coordination but also to refine his own skills. He organized two groups within his squad, each wielding their magic weapons, and directed them to launch an attack against him. While only a handful could adeptly control their weapons in mid-air, the challenge was set.

As the fighters prepared for the encounter, Rain chose an unconventional approach. Instead of utilizing his powerful Door of Babylon technique to unleash the summoned swords upon his opponents, he opted for a different tactic. Crossing his arms, he summoned an assortment of blades around him, creating an impressive display.

Rather than immediately engaging in offensive maneuvers, Rain stood composed, observing the battlefield with a calm demeanor, ready to respond to the unfolding action. This decision not only provided a unique twist to the training but also served as a reminder of Rain's strategic and adaptable combat style.

Before long, someone charged at him, but Rain quickly made his swords spin and stopped the charge of the guy. He was pushed back dozens of meters away and almost fell…

"Come while you mean it, or that will only hurt you," Rain said.

Rain didn't have time for sandbagging, he had to make his squad stronger while he could and that was also the best way to enhance his skills on that path. In the end, his plans worked because all of them charged at Rain…