Kajo walked into the tent, where Saji was seated, sipping a steaming cup of tea.
"Hi Kajo," Saji greeted, "I see you've finally obtained the talent orbs. How do you feel about them?"
"They're impressive," Kajo replied, "but not as great as the Fly King's talents. Still, they'll do."
Saji raised an eyebrow. "You're not planning on hunting the Rat King again?"
Kajo shook his head. "No, these talents are sufficient. Besides, I have a new plan. Each of them can try fighting the Fly King one on one after they rank up, then once we're sure that they're strong enough for the real world, we'll leave this place for good."
Saji's eyes widened. "That's bold. But I think they're ready."
Kajo smiled, pulling out his Loyalty Interface.
"Let's see how everyone's progressing," he muttered, scrolling through the list.
Xandi (Level 38) - Unique Talent: Light Form - buff: Beam.
Elara (Level 38) - Unique Talent: Iron Grip - buff: Fortress of Steel.
Jax (Level 38) - Unique Talent: Hell's Fire - buff: Solar Flare.
Eli (Level 38) - Unique Talent: Gravity Manipulation - buff: Gravity Crush.
Ron (Level 38) - Unique Talent: Whisperer - buff: Mindful.
Tori (Level 36) - Common Talent: Archery Mastery - buff: Rapid Fire
- Rare Talent: Wind Archer (from Talent Orb).
Gazi (Level 36) - Common Talent: Landslide - buff: Burrower
- Rare Talent: Advanced Seismic Slam (from Talent Orb).
Sage (Level 36) - Common Talent: Beast Summons - buff: Linguistics
- Common Talent: Flash Step (from Talent Orb).
Tomi (Level 36) - Common Talent: Dagger Mastery - buff: Shadow Step
-Common Talent: Berserker (from Talent Orb).
Naz (Level 36) - Common Talent: Spell Penetration - buff: Arcane Shield.
Tony (Level 36) -Common Talent: Arcane Mastery - buff: Shadow Manipulator.
Fin (Level 36) - Rare Talent: Ultimate Strength - buff: Battle Cry.
Wendal (Level 35) - Common Talent: Shield Block - buff: Holiness.
Lori (Level 36) - Common Talent: Aqua Prison - buff: Tsunami.
Yul (Level 25) - Common Talent: Crop Rotatory
Rare Talent: Insect Swarm
Ferri (Level 24) - Common Talent: Potent concoction
Rare Talent: Blade Master
Tulsa (Level 25) - Common Talent: Crop Genetics
- Rare Talent: Wind Warrior
Dory (Level 23) - Rare Talent: Lie Detector - Common Talent: Aero Shield.
Kidd (Level 27) - Common Talent: Artisan - Rare Talent: Aerial Hunter.
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Kajo looked up at Saji. "This is the first time I've seen their whole talent list. It's amazing."
Saji chuckled. "Yes it is. And they have Rare talents too. I didn't think that their talents were these grades before"
"Me neither, I didn't bother to check their grades. Well now we know, we'll just have to help them learn to use their talents in groups"
"I've already grouped them, just like you asked Kajo. I've put together – Tori, Gazi, Sage, Tomi, and Naz."
Kajo's eyes widened. "And the others?"
"I've balanced the talents," Saji explained. "Tony, Fin, Wendal, Lori, and Yul form one team. Ferri, Tulsa, Dory, Kidd, form another."
Kajo nodded, impressed. "You've done an excellent job, Saji. I'm glad I have you to rely on."
Saji smiled. "I'm honored to be be your man." He said Cheekily making Kajo to blush hard.
With red cheeks he replied. "You are one flirty dude, aren't you?."
He said and they both burst out laughing.
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After dinner they went back to checking the list of progress to see if there was anything they missed out.
As they scanned the list, Kajo asked, "Saji, what do you think is our biggest advantage?"
Saji replied, "Our diverse talents and abilities. We have a good balance of offense, defense, and support."
Kajo nodded, "Agreed. But we need to teach them how to strategize and utilize their talents effectively to overcome their opponents."
Saji Nodded
Their conversation continued all through the night analyzing each combatant's strengths and weaknesses.
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As morning came, they both laidback in each others arms for a few hours before stepping out.
After washing up and having breakfast together he went in search of his two spell users, the two ancient tomes from the Rat King in hand. "Tony, Naz, these are for you. Study them well, and master the spells within."
Tony's eyes widened as he accepted the tome. "Thank you, Kajo. This is an incredible gift."
Naz nodded in agreement. "We won't disappoint you."
"Very well then. I'd be checking on your progress soon" he said and walks off.
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It was almost noon and Kajo's eyes sparkled with excitement as he turned to Saji.
"Saji, I've been thinking... I want to face off against you in a friendly duel!" Kajo announced, his voice filled with anticipation.
Saji, with his Storm Caller talent, versus Kajo, with his Resonance, Faithkeeper, God of Healing, and Mana Reversal talents.
Saji smiled, intrigued by the challenge.
"Very well, Kajo. Let's see how we fair against each other!" The two leaders stood up, their eyes locked in a fierce stare, as the others cleared a space for the duel to begin.
Without another word, they walked out into an open field, 500 meters away from the campsite. The others followed, forming a semi circle a few meters around the duo.
The air was charged with anticipation as Kajo and Saji faced each other. They didn't rush into battle; instead, they stood smiling, their eyes locked.
Tori whispered to Gazi, "I've never seen Kajo fight in a while. Wonder if he's still got it."
Gazi replied, "Saji's no pushover either. This should be interesting."
The silence between Kajo and Saji stretched, each waiting for the other to make the first move.
Kajo's eyes sparkled with mischief. "You've been talking about strategy, Saji. Now, let's see if you can apply it."
Saji chuckled.
The tension was palpable, the onlookers holding their breath. This was more than a friendly duel; it was a showcase of Kajo's growth.
Suddenly, Kajo's stance shifted, his weight transferring onto the balls of his feet.
Saji's eyes narrowed. "Here we go."
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The Legend of Kajo
MaceraA young boy named Kajo rises from tragedy to become a legendary leader, guiding his people to build the greatest empire in history.
