51 Arcane Physique (1/2)

Lost on his thoughts, Gray assumed a look of seriousness about him being revealed to be actually someone akin to some sort of a chosen one in this world.

'So, I'm this Paragon. No wonder the gods seemed to be eager to talk to me.' The elf thought. 'But despite having such legendary status as what Agveyr implies, I'm still currently weak, I should tread lightly from this point forth in my future actions to come.'

While Gray seemed to be in deep contemplation, he was interrupted by Agveyr.

\”Now, let's get down to another reason of why I summoned you here.\” The God of War states without delay. \”As you might have deduced from what I have said about your destiny of saving or dooming the mortal plane of Silverhart, plans for terrible darkness are currently ongoing, thus the need to invoke the sacred ritual, which we call the Covenant of Souls, to call upon you for your needed assistance. One might say that you'll be our emissary in this endeavor, representing us for the preservation of the world that you now come to live.\”

\”Covenant of Souls?\” The Paragon uttered with a surprised look. \”It's the same name as my skill!\”

\”Indeed.\” Agveyr nods. \”Anyways, I've called you here to grant you one of my boon, a gift for a mortal whose fate is already predetermined as prescribed in the grimoire.\”

This time, Gray held a sheer look of excitement, completely thrilled at what a War God like him has to offer.

'If being a Paragon entitles me to such benefits, then heck yeah!! I'm game to this destiny crap and shenanigans or whatever, hehe.' Gray thought as he could not help but beamed mentally at the prospect of receiving another benefit in person by a Divine. 'I wonder what is it this time? Another artifact perhaps?'

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\”I can see through your look that you truly are eager in what gift I'm going to grant.\” Agveyr merely chuckles at the Paragon's enthusiastic expression. \”Then await no further mortal!!!\”

The God of War gestures Gray to come closer as the latter did so. Much to the elf's confusion, Agveyr touches Gray's forehead.

A burst of unfamiliar memories suddenly invaded inside Gray's mind as his eyes glow in a bright violet.

And no, the elf was not feeling in pain, contrary in fact.

He only felt nothing but unadulterated pleasure in the whole process.

Gray definitely felt something has shifted within his body, as if he was engulfed in a surge of extraordinary strength, causing him to become stronger as each second passes by.

After the phenomenon has finally ended, Gray felt a massive boost of power right in his system.

Strangely, it was on the physical side, as if he could even match his cat-folk companion, Isamu in the strength department.

\”What the?\” The Paragon could not help but feel at awe at what he is feeling at this very moment. \”What happened to me? I feel as if I can now throw a decent punch.\”

\”I've granted you knowledge lost throughout the ages since the era of old,\” Agveyr stated with his arms crossed. \”A magic pioneered by one of your race. Despite being a Mage, he was also a true Warrior, both body and heart, utilizing the embodiment of magic to aid him in physical combat. Thus, he was one of the honored mortals that I considered a friend. I pray that you use his knowledge for the betterment of the people in the mortal plane, not for its defilement. Doing so constitutes insulting his memory and honor.\”

SKILL UNLOCKED:

(Passive) – A unique magic of the elves from the era of old. There are mages who honed their magical arts for the augmentation of their physical and martial capabilities. Channeling Arcane Energy with utmost precision throughout the entirety of their bodies instinctively, they become menacing figures on the battlefield, even on par with the strongest of Warriors. Many believed that this art is lost forever, thus merely fading into myths and speculations. The skill automatically grants physical power based on your magical power. As such, the Intelligence attribute now gains the same benefits of the Strength attribute, including physical damage, the attribute requirements in equipment, and Strength checks.