novellhall Chapter 21: A Major Upgrade, Let's Go Again!
Chapter 21: A Major Upgrade, Let's Go Again!
"Healing potions? One set each of low-level red and blue bottles is enough. Mental potions? Tranquilizing powder is cheap, 50 disaster coins for a packet that can be used to make several doses. The effect is weak but better than nothing. Or you can just buy the finished product, [Secondary Tranquilizing Potion], 100 disaster coins for a bottle, the effect is more noticeable."
"Reconnaissance? Don't think too much about it during your apprentice stage! Focus on increasing your perception attribute, or get an accessory with a slight reconnaissance effect. There's a pro on the forum who has a [Eagle Eye Emblem (White)] that passively increases weak vision range and dynamic vision for 80 Calamity Coins. I think it's suitable for a reckless... uh, strength-type player like you."
"The noise from upstairs is a bit too shrill... hahaha"
"Ignore them. That's how we martial artists are in the multiverse. Hey, you, come practice in the arena."
"Okay, okay. By the way, newbies, you should buy some basic knowledge books to read. They're very useful. Don't just rush through things."
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Time passed quickly in a cheerful atmosphere, and Lu Qingfeng gradually finished purchasing his enhancement items.
The old guys were quite useful; he benefited from several of the items they recommended.
First up is the [Ladder to the Clouds] (300 Disaster Coins version).
[Ladder to the Clouds]
Origin: Jin Yong's Heroes
Quality: Green
Description: The Wudang School's unique lightness skill is divided into nine levels. Its movements are light and graceful. The core principle is "qi filling the soles of the feet and using the air to gain momentum." With the help of internal strength, one can leap into the air, make slight adjustments to one's posture in mid-air, and land silently like a solitary crane startled by a swan.
This version is a circulating copy made by a lay disciple of Wudang. It fully records the basic training method of the Ladder Cloud Leap, which is sufficient to meet the exploration and self-protection needs of beginners in the martial arts world.
Special effect: Clear handwritten copy (verified by the comprehensive network and can be directly added to the cultivation panel, increasing cultivation efficiency by 10%)
Additional tags from the website: #WudangTraditional #LightnessSkillBeginner #EssentialForExploration #FallReduction #NoAttributeRestrictions
P.S.: I always said being handsome is a lifelong thing—Li Yuan, Cuiwei Mountain
Then, the Hawkeye emblem.
Quality: White
Type: Jewelry
Effect: Slightly improves visual distance and dynamic capture ability after wearing.
Next came the red and blue potions and the secondary calming potion.
[Secondary Concentration Potion]
Type: Consumables
Effects: After drinking, it enhances resistance to abnormal conditions and restores a certain level of mental state.
Furthermore, another expert pointed out that his combat strategy was lacking and recommended the [Basic Sword Technique] (100).
[Basic Swordsmanship: Sword damage +1%]
And *Common Low-Rank Demon Illustrated Guide (Eastern Version)* (Knowledge Scroll) (150)
The total cost was 830 disaster currency.
The guy from Zongwang is really something, managing to compress costs like this.
Lu Qingfeng gave it a thumbs up.
"But why hasn't my order arrived yet? Could it be...?"
[...tax rules...83 disaster coins are required.]
Hey!
I knew it!
But what could Lu Qingfeng do? He could just consider it paying protection money.
Looking at his wallet, which was now much emptier, Lu Qingfeng felt a pang of heartache.
But looking at the row of icons that appeared in my inventory, a sense of security welled up inside me.
"Invest! This is a necessary investment!"
He reassured himself while equipping the Eagle Eye Emblem on his chest.
The moment he put it on, he felt his vision become slightly clearer, and he became a little more sensitive to subtle movements in the distance. The effect was weak, but it was definitely there.
Then, he picked up the "Ladder to the Clouds" skill book and "Basic Swordsmanship" book.
[Skills to learn: Cloud Leap, Basic Swordsmanship]
[Learning Successful! You have mastered the skills: Cloud Leap Leap Lv1! Basic Swordsmanship Lv1!]
A flood of information about footwork, agility, and instantaneous power generation techniques entered Lu Qingfeng's mind.
He instinctively took a few steps in the cramped space of the backyard, and his movements were indeed a bit lighter and more agile than before.
[Ladder to the Clouds Lv1]: Allows for a single jump of up to 6 meters. When triggered in mid-air, it can jump an additional 1.5 meters and offset fall damage within 3 meters.
The adaptive version of the integrated network has converted the consumption into stamina.
"good!"
Lu Qingfeng nodded in satisfaction.
Although it's only Lv1, it feels much more efficient than relying solely on brute force to jump around before.
At the same time, a large amount of swordsmanship knowledge was also brutally poured into his brain.
While Lu Qingfeng felt uncomfortable, he also gained a deeper understanding of the weapon he was using.
Before I met you, I was practically using a sword blindly.jpg
Finally, I can use sword techniques to kill people.
Even if you kill someone based on instinct, you can still kill them.
He then picked up the scroll of "Common Low-Level Demon Illustrated Guide (Eastern Version)" and chose to use it.
[You have used the knowledge scroll: "Common Low-Level Demon Illustrated Guide (Eastern Version)".]
You have gained relevant knowledge!
[You now have a basic understanding of the appearance, habits, and common weaknesses (such as fear of sunlight, fire, and specific runes/sounds) of common low-level demons in the East (such as zombies, wandering spirits, painted-skin ghosts, mandrills, and monsters).]
[When identifying relevant monsters, the Perception check receives a slight bonus.]
A massive amount of graphic and textual information was instantly imprinted in Lu Qingfeng's memory. The appearance and characteristics of the waiters and the proprietress in the Painted Skin Inn were now clearly compared and annotated.
"So, clearing dungeons really doesn't require brute force."
Lu Qingfeng recalled the detailed process of the dungeon and found that if he followed the normal progress, it seemed possible to pass the dungeon by taking a shortcut.
No, it's not about taking shortcuts; that's the normal procedure.
Forget it, the present is more important.
Let's familiarize ourselves with our newfound power and, incidentally, test out the newly acquired [Secondary Concentration Potion].
Lu Qingfeng called out to Xu Lun, who was slacking off, "Go out and get some food. It's on me tonight."
After saying that, he walked towards the backyard.
I casually opened the dungeon.
[Teleportation complete]
The teleportation fluctuations subsided, and Lu Qingfeng reappeared under the red moon.
This time, thanks to the equipment bonus, he was able to spot the monster's trail first.
Without drawing his Chongyue sword, Lu Qingfeng charged forward, casually smashing the head of a goblin, its shattered brains splattering everywhere.
Then, under the horrified gaze of the goblin shaman, it rolled forward like a tank.
As for why they were terrified?
Lu Qingfeng activated [Intercept], grabbed the oncoming bone spear, and threw it in the opposite direction with even greater force!
"laugh!"
So this counts as a successful parry. As he experienced the counterattack power surging within him, he had a sudden realization.
That's right, martial arts shouldn't be such an inconvenient thing.
Then, Lu Qingfeng suddenly leaped up, experiencing the enhancement brought by [Ladder Cloud Leap].
The body's Qi and blood instantly condensed, mimicking the force, and then suddenly erupted.
The wind whistled past his ears, but Lu Qingfeng felt that his limits were far beyond what he could achieve. His feet seemed to be stepping onto invisible steps in the air, and he took another step up in the sky!
Is this what freedom feels like?
As he thought this, he also pulled Chongyue out of his backpack and slashed it down heavily!
Lu Qingfeng poured all his strength and falling momentum into a sword strike that fiercely slashed at the goblin shaman.