endless path, infinite cosmos

chapter 8

As the 'body tempering liquid' had lost its effect, Vahn was curious as to how much his body had grown within the ten days.

'Display Status'

Name: Vahn Mason

Age: 14

Race: Human, *sealed*

Parameters: Danmachi

-Level:1(0)

-Power: I-40(0) -> H-146(0)

-Endurance: I-70(0) -> G-203(0)

-Dexterity: I-23(0) -> I-95(0)

-Agility: I-38(0) -> H-153(0)

-Magic: H-120(0) -> H-130(0)

Soul Strength: Tier 1 (Mortal Soul)

Karma:108

Though it had only been twenty days since his arrival in this world, Vahn was happy to see many of his stats had increased by more than 100 points, with the exception of his Magic. His hard training was able to bring at the full effects of each use of 'body tempering liquid' which was able to increase each physical parameter by 10 points if used with maximum efficiency. His daily running and weight contributed to the remaining gain.

Vahn was now ready to move on to the next phase of his training. He would replace his early morning regimen with hunting. It had already been several weeks since his arrival in this world, and surviving on nuts and fruits wasn't exactly satisfying. Since he now had a firestone, he was determined to hunt some small game to obtain meat. He also thought it would be a good method to make money before he entered the city since he would be able to clean the furs for barter.

He had now saved up a total of 29 OP, which he had used 10 to exchange for a manual on basic trap making. Using 9 of the remaining points, Vahn bought several small traps and wires to set up in the various small trails that lined the forest. He then exchanged the last of his points for a new bow.

'Sun-kissed Yew Shortbow'

Rank: (C)

Slots: 1

P.Atk: 60+150(x30)

M.Atk: 0

A small bow made of flexible yew wood. It had undergone a special ceremony during it's crafting which causes it to emit a gentle warmth a smell similar to sunlight.

'Twined Steel Arrow' x30

Rank: (D)

Slots: 0

P.Atk: 150

M.Atk: 0

Arrows forged from steel that have been twined around a yew shaft giving them both flexibility and penetrative power.

Vahn was grateful that purchasing the bow had given him arrows. Immediately after he had made the purchase, he thought of the possibility he would have to collect more ore before he would be able to make use of it. The best thing about the arrows was that he was able to assign them to the slot of the bow within his Equipment slots allowing him to immediately nock an arrow with a thought.

Using his newly acquired skills and equipment, Vahn set out into the woods around his home. He tried making sure all of the traps were within 200 meters of his camp, so he would be able to check them periodically throughout the day.

As it was still early in the morning, the sun had just begun to crest over the trees, casting long shadows through the misty forest. Vahn stalked patiently through the woods, looking for areas that seemed to have heavy animal foot traffic. He wasn't accustomed to hunting, but with the assistance of Sis he was able to quickly identify the best locations using the analytical ability of 'The Path'. The best part of it all was that he was able to clearly mark where he had lain the traps using his the marking function of his minimap.