Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix
Chapter 1285 - 1285: Don’t take it for granted

Being microorganisms, the spores lacked intelligence and strategic thinking. They operated based on instinct, making them susceptible to tactics that exploited their inherent limitations.

The group looked a bit troubled after recalling Branden and Esmeralda… they had forgotten about them for a few weeks already since they had been too busy. It couldn't be helped, but they felt really bad about it.

Regardless, Rain while Rain was worried about his friends, he didn't have time to waste just thinking about them and wondering about what-ifs. With that in mind, he began to work on analyzing the cores and turning them into paths.

As one would expect, his first goal was the giant spider queen, but the analysis and growth of a single part of her body was taking some time… since her core had some resistance against mana-absorbing skills.

Envious Arachnid Path: The Shadow Arachnid Path is a unique and sinister path that combines the essence of envy and shadow abilities with the gluttony of an arachnid. Followers of this path gain skills related to manipulating shadows, creating illusions, and inducing envy in their enemies. Intelligence and Wisdom are boosted by 50 points per level.

• Level 1: Shadow Weave - Gains the ability to manipulate shadows, creating illusions that can disorient and confuse enemies. Decreases enemy dexterity by one hundred points per level at the cost of one hundred mana points per second.

• Level 5: Envious Mirage - Conjures illusory duplicates of the user that provoke envy in enemies. These duplicates mimic the user's actions, confusing enemies and causing them to waste attacks on illusions. Cost: 100 mana per illusion.

• Level 10: Doppelganger's Call - Transforms into a shadowy doppelganger, gaining increased agility, stealth, and the ability to traverse through shadows. Lasts for the level of the skill multiplied by one hundred seconds. You can summon several of them, and the cost for each one will be the same as the level of the skill multiplied by one thousand.

"Hehehe, this is pretty good," Rain thought. "Our cards and options are increasing a lot. We just need to level them up enough to make these usable in real battles."

That kind of path was really useful, so everyone began to focus on learning it as soon as possible. Liss will have to have a slow start, but soon, she begins to get the handle on the other two paths.

"Might as well continue until Sealyn decides to when we will fight the yellow mist clan," Rain thought.

Rain found himself wondering about the impact of Sealyn's pregnancy on their missions. While Sealyn had proven to be a capable and strategic leader, the thought that she was carrying a child added a layer of complexity to their situation. Rain couldn't help but wonder for how long it would be wise to follow Sealyn's leadership.

The impending arrival of her child meant that Sealyn's mind and body would undergo significant changes. Pregnancy brought with it physical and hormonal shifts that could potentially affect her decision-making abilities and endurance in battles. Rain understood the importance of supporting Sealyn during this time, both emotionally and practically.

The concern wasn't solely for Sealyn's well-being; it extended to the safety of the unborn child. Engaging in strenuous activities or exposing herself to excessive stress could be detrimental to both mother and baby. Rain thought with the balance between the demands of their quest and the need to prioritize Sealyn's health.

Wrathful King Path: The Wrathful King Path is a formidable and aggressive path that taps into the essence of wrath, unleashing destructive powers and commanding control over the very lifeblood of opponents. Followers of this path become masters of anger and blood manipulation, channeling their fury into devastating attacks and exploiting the vital essence of their enemies.

Strength and Vitality +50 per level.

Level 1: Furious Strike - Unleashes a powerful melee strike fueled by wrath, dealing increased damage based on the user's anger level. The more you fight by anger alone, the more damage you will cause.

Level 5: Bloodthirsty Field - Radiates an aura that instills a sense of bloodlust in nearby enemies, increasing their vulnerability to blood-related attacks and enhancing the user's strength by the level multiplied by fifty. Drains ten points of stamina from the enemy per level and per second at the cost of two hundred stamina points per second.

Rain had a bit of a fever after unlocking and getting all of the skills of that path… he didn't know if it was due to the power of wrath or if it was because he got pretty stronger thanks to the massive increase of parameters. In any case, at that point in time, it was fair to say that he had surpassed everyone in terms of parameters alone, even the six-hundred-year-old Seadrei.

"Should I feel bad for this when I had to stop my growth for like one hundred years? I guess not," Rain thought.

"You are finally making some progress when it comes to your mindset, huh?" Elisabetha asked.

"While this is convenient for you, it still would be wise to keep some level of wariness over this," Sakaki said. "Don't take it for granted, even though you are helping the system and, by consequence, the overseer."

"Believe me that I won't take anything for granted from someone who always remains hidden but still is always watching us," Rain said.

After hearing such words, Sakaki and Elisabetha exchanged subtle glances that conveyed their mutual understanding. It was a silent acknowledgment of Rain's newfound awareness and the responsibility that came with his enhanced power.

As Rain delved into the analysis of his own abilities, Sakaki and Elisabetha maintained a respectful silence. Their normally vigilant expressions softened slightly, indicating a level of trust in Rain's evolving character.

Rain, recognizing the need for both physical and mental rest, devoted himself to helping others unlock the Wrathful King Path and Envious Arachnid Path. In the quiet aftermath of their conversations, Rain designed a comprehensive training regimen, tailoring exercises to each individual's unique strengths and weaknesses.

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