* Note:
Open stats (additions are possible)
Donator, Vale Celestial
**Note:
Adept Supplements:
‘Daga’ Dagger for the left hand (according to development, developer: adept Daga sa Daga, mentor — Patriarch Alex Phoenix)
‘Three Battle Towers’ Small shield with a triple wandering outline (according to development, developers: adepts Lady Munstead Wood, Anna Tolstaya, Kate Mordor, mentor — Patriarch Alex Phoenix)
Twin Sword of Krosanta (level according to development, developers: adepts Talker, Rhombus, Rosk, mentor — Patriarch Alex Phoenix)
Double Star Universal Armor (leg armor, vambrace, breastplate, gardbrace, level according to development, developers: adepts Talker, Rhombus, Rosk, Lady Munstead Wood, Anna Tolstaya, Kate Mordor, mentor — Patriarch Alex Phoenix)
‘Shiz’ Universal Helmet (level according to development, developer: adept Shizdets, mentor — Patriarch Alex Phoenix)
*** Attention! Special Notes:
1. Transfer of the ‘Mother’s Diaper’ skill
Condition: only associates (Betrayal involves skill annihilation and irreparable damage to stats)
2. The receiving side gets the Energy Mage ability
3. Transfer ritual (thought-form, mutual consent, handshake)
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“Nice, but overly cumbersome. It needs to be shortened and simplified…” After a short pause, Alex continued, “So, let’s summarize. Everything was meticulously checked and worked out repeatedly. I think we have a masterpiece here. The transfer of the Mother’s Diaper skill has also been made easier and faster, such that we can transfer the skill in two to three seconds. We have coped with the task. Congratulations! Hurray!”
The crew echoed him, pouring out their tension and joy.
When everyone calmed down, Alex cautioned, “Don’t forget about our duty and responsibility to those who remain on Earth, who are now confronting the undead and the Admins. Hopefully, the Minstrel will let us try the updated skill.”
“We will do our best, commander!”
“Yes!”
“Leader, we are with you!”
The clan mates replied with enthusiasm. One of the ladies whispered hot words into Alex’s ear, making his heart race. He had to control himself.
He turned to Anna. “How did you manage to change your nickname and become Anna Tolstaya? I know you’re a fan of Leo Tolstoy… But how on Earth did you pull it off?”
The blonde shrugged her shoulders, smiling radiantly. “I have no secrets from my friends. When I went into a trance, I was given an opportunity. Doesn’t it sound better — Anna Tolstaya?”
Alex couldn’t help laughing. “Sure. It’s much better.” He supported her, putting an arm around her shoulders.
“Looks like we finally have a huge deal to celebrate,” Kate Mordor said with a smile.
The whole clan agreed with her. They were ready to throw a party right now.
Alex announced, “Companions, tomorrow the first round of trials will begin. This means there will be a second stage, a third, and so on. I’m sure it won’t be easy. So we should have a party when we complete all the tests. For now, rest, recover your strength.”
After these leader’s parting words, a new message arose, as if confirming everything that had happened was taken into account.
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Attention! You are awarded personal rewards!
For the implementation of a significant strengthening of the group
For creating universal spells
First — ‘Daga’ Dagger + 30
Second — ‘Three Battle Towers’ Small Shield + 60
Third — ‘Krosanta’ Twin Sword + 30
Fourth — ‘Double Star’ Universal Armor + 100
Fifth — ‘Shiz’ Universal Helmet + 30
Sixth — Well-coordinated group work + 100
Seventh — Alex Phoenix + 100
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Talker was the first to respond as he admired his stats. “Cool! Congratulations, everyone.”
Each Ice Vigor had 350 points glowing above their right shoulders. Alex had 652.
I’d like to know the criteria for how we can compare our achievements, he thought with a sigh. Oddly enough, he immediately received an answer that made him flinch.
Commander Phoenix, at the preliminary stage, your group entered the top ten persons admitted to the first round of trials in the history of the clan. Personal, group achievements and bonuses will be announced and given out subject to the successful completion of the first round.
This was a definite reason to be dumbfounded and shocked. What a turn of events, the man thought.
Alex’s dazed look caught his companions’ attention.
“Alex! What’s the matter?” Several ladies shook him by the arms and shoulders.
Alex replied, “I received important information. Our group has entered the top ten of the Ice Vigor clan’s entire history. Our clan is the oldest in the Commonwealth.
“And here’s the cherry on top. These stats above our shoulders make it possible to obtain the most valuable prizes. I think it will be the unique skills or abilities of the ancients. So, my friends, we must win at all costs. This is our chance. So now, go to bed. I insist that you rest.”
The clan members didn’t want to retire for the night. Instead, they broke into loud discussions, sharing their impressions. Finally, everyone headed back to their rooms.
Alex did the same. He stood for half an hour under a warm shower, mentally reviewing the results. Finding no flaws, he whispered, “I need to remove the mention of the Phoenix. There are too many of me…”
With his eyes closed, he asked the assistant, “Jokeiro, how long before the start of the test?”
“Two hours, thirty-three minutes.”
Alex, assessing his condition and deeming himself fully rested, decided to postpone the exercise. He couldn’t get his name removed, but he was able to simplify the skill. He made it orderly and beautiful. This success inspired him so much that he entered the dining room with a spring in his step.
Not long after, the Ice Vigors stood at the ready. Alex quickly passed on the updated skill to them. The chain transfer proceeded without a hitch.
About two seconds, Alex noted with satisfaction. “Pay attention to two significant changes. Now, in case of betrayal, final death is possible.”
After pausing for a few heartbeats, Alex faced the Minstrel, using the keyword, “The
