Chapter 417 - Leaving Party (2/2)

It was hard to tell how well it would work against different types of armour, but it had managed to cut the clump of dirt just like any other sword. Perhaps the stronger his magical attribute was, the stronger the shield and the edges would be.

As he tried a different attribute, Ray was able to do the same, changing the shield from a fire one into an ice one, then changing it to one made of lighting that seemed to spark and attack objects that came within a certain distance.. although the lighting attack appeared weak, it just added to Ray's theory from earlier.

It seemed like depending on his elemental attribute he would put into the gauntlets, it would create a small shield using that element. There were slight differences between what the shield would do and the strength of the shield itself, depending on how many attribute points he had in each one.

This would be a perfect tool to use when fighting against certain elemental beasts. If he was to fight different types, he could change his shield on the go, giving him an advantage. The same could be said when going against magic users as well. However, what got him a bit down was the fact the active skill required mana to be used. Which meant this skill would be seen as a magic ability, so it wouldn't be allowed to be used in the all kingdom tournament.

It was the same for Ray's ten newly acquired skills, from saving the slaves. Since Ray's powers in the past focused on magic, all of the new ones he gained were based on that as well. Such as a lightning bolt, and a healing ability he learnt recently. It was too bad he wouldn't be able to use them, but at the same time, this was good for him.

He didn't want to be the type of human to just relied on his own magic in the first place.

”You did a good job Randin. I look forward to seeing what you create in the future as well, including what you will do with the yellow armour.” Ray said, complimenting him.

”Yes, I'm still looking into the book you gave me. It's certainly interesting but it will take some time before anything is done. There is a certain material that I have never heard before. I have requested a team to go back to the strange town of yours to see if they can find anything out about it. On a separate note. Will you be leaving tomorrow? Who will be going with you?” He asked.

”I won't know till morning, I will be waiting by the gate, and I have left it all up to Slyvia to decide who will be travelling with me.” Ray replied.

”She's a good girl that one, make sure you keep her by your side, always.” When saying this, Randin was thinking along the lines of a queen, or perhaps a good wife. She had not only treated him well, but even in the short amount of time Randin was here, he could tell there was another thing that was driving her to do all this.

And it went beyond just doing a favour for a friend.

But Ray thought he was just talking about her as a companion.

”Indeed, she has done more for this city than I could have ever wished.

After delivering Jack his new weapon, Ray decided to head back to get a good night's rest. He didn't bother to explain to Jack how the hammer worked; it was best for someone like him to figure it out himself anyway. Besides, Jack looked more pleased than ever, mainly due to its size. The weight was perfect for him, as well.

The next day had arrived, and Ray headed toward the carriage in his usual disguise, making sure not to attract attention. He had planned to enter the Empire like this as well. The tournament was yet to start, but Ray wanted to enter the Empire a little earlier hoping he could find some beasts that would help him level up. Because of this, he would keep the disguise but actually fight as his usual self during the tournament.

When Ray arrived at the Front Gate, Harry was already there waiting. There was then Martha and Kyle.

”Is this everyone?” Ray asked, thinking that this really was a small group being sent to the Empire. However, he didn't mind this. The group of people in front of him were those that he had first met when coming to Avrion. He trusted them the most and it took him back to when he first came to Avrion. If only Monk, Gary, and Ian were here as well, he thought.

”No that's not everyone.” A familiar female voice was heard, and when Ray turned around, he could see Slyvia, there with a bag and a trusty sword and shield on her back. It was something Ray hadn't seen in a long time.

”What? Am I not allowed to come?” Slyvia said, looking at the strange look that appeared on Ray's face.

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