Walking towards the volcano, he found out this quest won't be as easy as he thought because the closer to the volcano the hotter the place become. Eventually he reached a place that he could not move forward or he may suffer burns. "Ahh, why is here so hot, I can't move further screw this quest I'm taking a break. " Collapsing on the scorched earth like a tired traveller travelling through the desert was Izana.
"I just realised that I'm not hungry or thirsty it's probably because of the trial space. I ne- " Interrupted by a familiar ding from the system. Izana was a bit annoyed at the system for interrupting him as he did his ramblings but his annoyance was washed away as he saw the message.
Like a fire lit from a spark Izana felt strength coming from nowhere reinvigorating him as a refreshing feeling washed over him as he stood up to continue his journey. He headed towards a lava lake which was the next landmark to visit on his way to the volcano. As the progress of the fire resistance increase the heat was reducing.
At the lake Izana was wondering whether he should jump into the lava to increase the progress but quickly dismissed the thought as his life was more important than the progress of this skill. He was wondering how he should cross it safely when he heard something a sound so faint if he wasn't on his guard he would not have heard. It was the faint sound of crushing a brittle branch when walking. Immediately he stood up and pulled out his sword pointing it at the direction of the sound. Something dashed out as agile the wolves he fought earlier but was the size of a lion. When it came out he could see it's full view.
It looked like a lion with vermillion flames as it's mane, it's tail's tip was covered with flames. It's body built with muscles showing no ounce of fat it's body rippling with power. It was beautiful and dangerous. It let out a thunderous roar making the air tremble and the weak animals ran in fear for their lives. The roar it released amplified its noble presence making Izana feel like he was in presence of royalty. It directed its intelligent gaze towards him and he looked at it. The beast looked at the man and the man looked at the beast. It bent down as if ready to jump at him then with its head down it lunged into the lake and pulled out a massive fish. It looked the size of a refrigerator plus it has sharp teeth that would have looked menacing if it was not for the fact that the dangerous fish was struggling for it's dear life.
The lion killed it immediately then took it back with him towards the volcano. Izana held his breath for a few more moments before letting a breath of relief happy that the lion has finally gone. "I hope that I won't have to fight that thing because I don't think i can defeat it with my current set of skills. " Seeing the lion only fuelled his determination to get stronger so he plucked up his courage and walked towards the lake he couldn't see any movement so he plunged his hand into the lava. Releasing an ear piercing scream that scared some beasts.
—ARGHHHHHH
"Oh shit, why did I even try that. " Removing his hand or what was left of it.
Skill [Regeneration] progress has increased.
[Fire Resistance] progress 70%
[Regeneration] progress 20% >
"How many times do I have to do that. " Izana squinted his eyes not keen in doing that again.
"What the- why am I not surprised that the system wants to kill me. Hah life just isn't fair to people like me. I think I should head over to the volcano now. " Izana stood up but images of the fire lion appeared in his mind scaring him. "Maybe I need a quick snack before I go. " Looking at the lava he just sighed and plunged his hand in.
—ARGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
A long and piercing scream that scared a few birds was released.
An hour later Izana was heading towards the volcano with a smile one his face and something in his hand. In his hand was a half eaten fish that was thoroughly cooked, roaster even. The flesh was sizzling with aroma and heat but that heat doesn't bother Izana because of his new skill. He stared at the system message and he couldn't help but smile.
Skill creation [Regeneration] progress 53% >
Now I'm ready for that lion. Arriving at the foot of the volcano he spotted a cave entrance and went into it, it was long winding tunnel leading to the base of the volcano. Arriving there he saw a massive lava pool and in it was the lion it gazed at him not taking its eyes of him.
Reward: Final trial quest. ]. Quest complete generating reward. >
'Finally the final quest then I'll be done. ' Izana was tired but he regained his focus.
Reward: Unlocking the Fire arts. >
"All right! " Readying his sword he dashed forward seeing this the lion opened its mouth and released a torrent of flames that scorched the floor it jumped at him growling and and going for a bite but Izana dodged and countered with a slash hitting the abdomen but failing to draw blood. He was shocked.
Regaining his focus he jumped back gaining distance from Thahora, it chased after him shortening the distance not letting him go. Izana delivered a vertical slash but Thahora dodged to the side and released another torrent of flames, Izana tyres to dodged to the side but a claw covered in flames blocked his path allowing the flames to hit him. Izana bore through the pain wrecking his body.
Skill progress has increased
Skill progress has increased
Skill progress has increased
Skill progress has increased >
'Shit this hurts. This battle is going to be a tough one I'll have to go all out. '
The battle between Izana and Thahora has just begun.