54 Intelligence is the new Strength (1/2)
STRENGTH CHECK: 10
STRENGTH REQUIREMENT: 38
present, assuming the Strength attribute to Intelligence.
INTELLIGENCE CHECK: 50
INTELLIGENCE REQUIREMENT: 38
Received 110 XP
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Isamu could only stare with utter disbelief at what just occurred at this very moment.
He, a warrior, has lost to a mage in a match in the proving of one's physical strength.
Losing may sound to be an understatement in this current situation.
The cat-folk was totally overwhelmed, beaten completely as Isamu was definitely taken aback at what just happened.
Gray Allister, his eyes glowing in sinister violet light, is witnessed with a wide smirk on his youthful face as his hand was on top of Isamu's hand amidst the smashed table caused by the elf's surprising feat of vigor.
\”But… how?\” The cat-folk uttered in stupefaction. \”My strength of 37 should have beaten you!!!\”
\”Hehe, I told you, Isamu.\” Gray teases him with a grin. \”You won't be speaking the same language. It's all thanks to the skill that I have acquired at the Divine Plane of Agnothar, the .\”
In the background, Selena was seen to be clapping her hands with seemingly awe-filled eyes on her face. Despite her still stoic look, everyone could see how impressed the Sentinel girl is by the feat being displayed by her master.
'Interesting, it seems that our little Sentinel over here is slowly displaying some form of emotions in her demeanor, unlike the normal Sentinels that I grew accustomed to.' Rarsu could not help but noticed the little girl's actions. 'Is it perhaps originated by Gray's soul? Intriguing.'
After their little bout, Gray and Isamu stood up as Rarsu approaches them, an intrigued smirk directing at the elf.
\”I never thought that I would get to witness something that is only speculated to be mere legends and myths,\” Rarsu said. \”The , magic developed by the elves of the era of old. Tales speak of elven warriors who are terrors in the battlefield, armed with the brutality of their physical prowess and the ingenuity of magical expertise as they weaved both might and sorcery in their deadly arsenal to vanquish every foe who stands in their way.\”
\”To simplify what Rarsu just stated, Intelligence is my Strength as well,\” Gray told Isamu. \”The Intelligence attribute is now the determining factor in all aspects relating to the Strength attribute. This means that whatever benefits that are in Strength are found in Intelligence instead, thus making the Strength attribute ultimately pointless in my case as I am capable of having both Physical and Magical power if I dump points in Intelligence.\”
\”I… see.\” Isamu was baffled at the information revealed to him. \”Then you having a Divine artifact, it's also true? Are you really the Paragon, the hero spoken by the legends? Why didn't I know of this?\”
\”Well to be honest, I only found out about my status when Agveyr revealed it to me at his plane when I was unconscious.\” Gray simply nods in answer, his expression without a shred of jest. \”So, I'm also kind of new to this destiny business and all that. I'm as surprised as you are as well.\”
\”Hmm.\” Isamu strokes his chin in contemplation. \”Well, I'm a bit annoyed that you have hidden it to me about you having such a grand artifact during our travels, but I won't hold it against you. After all, we all have our secrets and we have just met during that point, so I understand your caution regarding the matter.\”
\”And besides.\” Isamu is now seen to be grinning extremely widely with the utmost enthusiasm as he taps both elf's shoulders. \”It's not every day that I get to brag about meeting the Paragon and even accompanying him in a short adventure in person!!! Hehe, wait till the guild hears about this!!!\”
\”Actually, I highly advise against that,\” Rarsu said with a frown to the cat-folk. \”With the Paragon status comes with great potential danger in every corner. No doubt, if many people will find out about him, then such revelations will spread like wildfire throughout the entire land. We don't want any risks coming from enemies in the shadows with questionable motives who will assassinate or worse, use him as a tool of power in their conquest if presented with the perfect opportunity. You would not want to endanger your friend here now, would we?\”
\”No, I don't,\” Isamu said with understanding as he agreed with the lizardling.
\”Good,\” Rarsu said with approval. Then, he turns his full attention to Gray. \”It's imperative that you don't disclose this information to just anyone. The cat-folk seemed trustworthy enough as I saw the sincere look of concern on his face when you were passed out. I would be careful though in choosing your allies from this point on. Silverhart is also a world filled with vile snakes and charlatans who will not hesitate to use you for their foul self-interests.\”