NOVEL NEXT Chapter 8: Gate Raid II
Clang! Clang! The sound of steel on steel reverberated through the cavern's silence as Noah battled three snarling goblins. His sword flashed in the flickering torchlight, striking true with each precise blow.
As they ventured deeper into the cavern, Noah realized that the monsters' strength and ferocity increased with each victory. But he also sensed a corresponding surge within himself.
Noah's gaze locked onto his attacker, his mind razor-sharp as he blocked the incoming club swing. The force of the blow sent shockwaves through his arm, threatening to shatter his already worn dagger. The wooden handle creaked, the metal blade bending precariously.
Without hesitation, Noah countered with his free arm, striking true with a swift jab to the goblin's exposed neck. The creature's eyes widened, its snarl freezing into a silent scream as it stumbled backward.
Noah seized the opening, yanking his dagger free from the goblin's club. The blade wobbled, its damaged edge compromising its effectiveness.
The goblin's collapse signaled a brief reprieve, just then Noah swiftly twisted his body, unleashing a powerful side kick that connected with a sickening crunch. The unfortunate goblin's ribs collapsed under the impact, its eyes bulging in agony.
Turning to face the last goblin, Noah drew deep, ragged breaths. His faded hoodie clung to his torso, soaked in a mixture of sweat and dark green blood. Despite his exhaustion, he summoned a final burst of adrenaline.
With a fierce cry, Noah raised his daggers and charged towards the bewildered goblin. The creature stumbled backward, its crude waving uncertainly.
[Ding! Achievement Unlocked: Goblin Slayer]
You have killed 10 monsters!
*Quest Updates:*
[First Quest: "Cavern Cleansing" - COMPLETE]
Rewards: Unknown
[Second Quest: "Goblin Leader's Demise" - INCOMPLETE]
Objective: Defeat the Goblin Leader, Gorthok the Unyielding
Progress: 50% (10 Goblins defeated)
Remaining Objectives:
- Defeat the remaining goblins! (Additional rewards based on the extra numbers killed)
- Locate and defeat Gorthok the Unyielding
[Title: Goblin Slayer]
Description;
Brutal, efficient and feared, the Goblin Slayer excels at eradicating goblin threats. Armed with lethal skills and unwavering determination, this formidable warrior protects realms from goblin menace.
Effects;
-Goblin Slaying Focus: +10% boost to all stats when fighting goblins.
-Enhanced Damage: Deal increased damage to goblins.
-improved Accuracy: Increased critical hit chance against goblins.
- Resilience: +10% increased health regeneration when facing goblins.
Noah strode forward, his determined gaze fixed ahead. "Let's move, Charlotte. The sooner we finish, the better." Behind him, Charlotte followed silently.
The E-Rank dungeon's vastness raised Noah's eyebrows. Its extensive layout seemed unusual for its rank, but he chose not to dwell on it.
Suddenly, the alert pierced the air: [Ding! Hostile entities detected!]
[Goblin Tribe Detected]
- 10 x Level 3 Goblins
- 6 x Level 4 Goblins
- 1 x Level 5 Goblin Champion
Noah's grip on his weapon tightened. "Stay sharp, Charlotte. We've got company."
A horde of goblins emerged, their repulsive cackles echoing through the air. Rotten mouths twisted into grotesque grins as they grasped crude weapons, their predatory gazes fixed on Noah and Charlotte.
'Tsk,' Noah muttered, dismay flickering across his face. His eyes locked onto the towering Goblin Champion looming behind its smaller kin.
[Goblin Champion]
Level: 7
-HP:300/300 / MP: 40/40
-STR:30
-DEF:23
-STA:25
-INT:5
-WP:10
Skill(s)
- Brutal Strike: Deals 50 damage.
- Goblin Frenzy: Boosts nearby goblin damage by 20%.
- Toxic Spit: 10 damage, 10% poison chance.
-Battle Roar:Demoralizes enemies, reducing defense by 15%.
"ROAR!!!" The goblin horde's ear-shattering bellow froze Noah, eyes wide with fear.
"How do I defeat this monster?" Noah whispered, trembling arms loosening dagger grip.
'Focus, Noah!' The system's urgent alert snapped him back to attention.
The Goblin Champion charged, its massive battle-axe poised for carnage.
"Charlotte, handle the smaller ones. I'll take the giant!" Noah commanded for a moment he had forgotten Charlotte power.
Charlotte, his Black Spider of Calamity, darted toward lesser goblins with deadly precision.
Tamed Beast: Charlotte
- HP: 850/850
- MP: 400/400
- Rank: A+
- Level: 47 (Possible evolution at 50)
- Title: Loyal Companion
- Traits: Locked!
- STR: 98
- AGI: 102
- STA: 95
- INT: 50
- WP: 60...
Skill(s); [Venomous Bite] [Web of Chaos]
[Stealth Mastery] [Empathic Link] [Web Manipulation] [Dark Magic manipulation] [Calamity's Rage][Eight eyes of Calamity] [Super Regeneration]...
Noah gripped his dagger firmly, resolve hardened for battle.
As Charlotte swiftly dispatched the 16 smaller goblins, Noah cautiously approached the towering Goblin Champion. The behemoth's massive frame loomed before him, wielding a crude battle-axe that seemed forged for destruction. Its neck was adorned with a gruesome skull necklace, a haunting symbol of its unyielding ferocity. The champion's battle-scarred body told tales of countless victories and brutal skirmishes.
"Uh, System, I think this is the part where you help me out!" Noah mentally shouted, locked in a fierce stare with the Goblin Champion.
"Believe in your blood, and you'll do just fine. That's all the guidance I can offer," the System replied, its calm tone contrasting Noah's panic. The System fell silent, anticipating an outburst.
"WHADAFAK!" Noah's frustrated roar echoed through the battlefield.
The Goblin Champion took a menacing step forward, battle-axe poised.
Swoosh!
With one swift step, the Goblin Champion closed the distance and loomed over Noah, its battle-axe slicing downward.
"BASTARD USELESS!" Noah silently screamed, eyes fixed on the descending blade.
"Language malfunction, Noah," the System dryly noted. "Your intended phrase was 'Useless bastard.'"
"Fuck you!" Noah groaned, every fiber straining to dodge.
He sidestepped, avoiding the axe's deadly arc by mere inches. The ground shook with the impact.
"I-I dodged!" Noah exclaimed, relief flashing across his face.
But triumph turned to terror as the Goblin Champion recoiled and swung its battle-axe downward once more.
"No, no, no! Not again!" Noah yelped, his eyes staring at the axe with lost hope...