Danmachi: Captured by Freya at the Beginning!

Chapter 26 - Mana Burst!

Chapter 26 - Mana Burst!

After the meal, Ethan hurriedly returned home and laid down on his bed.

In the next few day, he went to the dungeon as usual to complete his daily mission.

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'Roar——'

"Troublesome guys..."

Ethan lamented the nuisance these monsters caused.

Casting a glance at the side where the ground was charred black, his visage bore a heavy shade of vigilance and readiness for combat.

The adversaries he faced were hellhounds, notorious monsters that roamed the middle floors of the dungeon.

These creatures were not only perilous for their ability to emit magic flames but also for their agility, sharp claws, and fearsome fangs, making them a formidable challenge for newbies daring to traverse the middle floors.

It was common practice among adventurers to arm themselves with "Salamander Wool" to mitigate the damage inflicted by fire-based attacks.

Ethan, having amassed considerable wealth, followed suit and bought this protective gear for himself.

His preparation proved fortuitous when he encountered these troublesome monsters upon venturing into the fifteenth floor of the dungeon.

Focusing intently on the hellhounds before him, Ethan activated his Imaginary Number Magic.

His magic forged a connection to the Imaginary Space, a dimension beyond the physical realm where he could store an arsenal of weapons.

Slowly, the portal to Imaginary Space opened, and a weapon silently extended towards him, signaling the start of their battle.

Ethan's lips curved into a slight, confident smile, signaling his readiness and strategic foresight.

This technique, inspired by Gilgamesh's Gate of Babylon, involved storing weapons into the Imaginary Space in advance and summoning them in need, much like firing arrows from a quiver.

Over the past few days, Ethan had dedicated himself to be proficient in the use of Imaginary Space and Imaginary Number Magic, exploring and innovating new techniques for its application in combat.

It's just like how the awakening of magic and skills is a highly individualized process, with each person manifesting abilities unique to their essence and potential.

Despite the commonality of awakening the [Magic Attribute: Imaginary Numbers], Ethan's manifestation of this power was distinct, likely influenced by his envy of Gilgamesh's abilities.

This envy drove him to develop similar abilities, blending desires with innovation.

As the confrontation ensued, Ethan unleashed a barrage of weapons from his Imaginary Space, each strike meticulously aimed at the hellhounds.

'Swish~~'

The air was filled with the sound of weapons slicing through the atmosphere, their sharp blades effortlessly penetrating the tough hides of the hellhounds and pinning them to the ground, effectively neutralizing their threats.

Upon finishing them, Ethan was greeted with the notification of a completed daily mission:

[Daily Mission: Kill 8 Hellhounds!]

[Progress: 8/8]

[Reward: 10 Diamonds]

With the acquisition of these 10 diamonds, Ethan's excitement surged as he reached the milestone of 100 diamonds, giving him another opportunity to "draw cards."