Lachlan chuckled wholeheartedly at Simon's concern. "No, you won't have the worry about that. The only thing you have the worry about is whether or not you have the requirements to actually equip that armour. Which I will tell you right now, you don't."
Lachlan had remembered what Simon got in his trial of perseverance. It wasn't nearly high enough for him to equip the king's war armour. It's already a surprise the armour let Simon even touch it instead of retreating in disgust.
"Huh, so I can't wear this armour then?" Simon's head dropped with disappointment. "But this beautiful set of armour could only be worn by me, just look at it, it would fit perfectly."
"Yeah, yeah, keep telling yourself that. You should have completed the trial of perseverance," Lachlan shook his head as he placed his hands on his sides. "But, there is some armour that you can wear, it's just whether or not you want to wear it."
Lachlan pointed towards an armour near the back, it was thin armour, coloured a dark violet. Lachlan had taken notice of it due to its name and stats, there were also some pretty good effects that came with the armour as well.
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Name: Jester's Armour
Description: A man-made armour set created with violet coloured volcanic rock. This armour set was created to impress the nobles and entrance them with its ravishing looks. To wear this armour one must have control over light, have a strength and agility of 50, and have the arrogance of a king.
Effect 1 (Passive). Increases light control by 2.
Effect 2 (Passive). Increases agility and perception by 20.
Effect 3 (Sealed). Ability to persuade anyone into doing anything to a certain extent.
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Lachlan was most captivated by the third ability. It sounded like mind control and it certainly should be mind control. Although, since it was sealed that means there's a requirement to activate it. Fortunately, after equipping his armour set Lachlan realised that the armour injected the wearer everything needed to know about it.
"Come on, give it a try," Lachlan suggested with a friendly voice.
Simon walked up to it and gave it a closer look, staring at the finer details of the armour. "I suppose it doesn't look too bad, it certainly isn't suitable for stealth operations but neither am I. There's also something about it that just radiates confidence, it's as though it's telling me to put it on."
Simon swiftly changed gear and equipped the armour. It fit quite nicely, although tight around the shoulders it didn't restrict any movement. Not to mention its thin armour made his muscles pop out more.
Simon began flexing his muscles while giving off a masculine groan as he did it. "Indeed, not too bad at all. I could certainly get used to this."
"Well anyway you should probably give the other two altars a go, fortunately, those ones are perfect for us. One gives you a trial of strength while the other is agility, you should have high enough stats to complete them without a problem. Who knows, maybe you won't give up halfway through," Lachlan said as he walked out and headed towards the Altar of Agility. It never hurt to increase his stats just that little bit more.
Standing at the door of the agility trial looked Lachlan around the room but found nothing. And unlike the other two trials, Lachlan wasn't exactly sure how this one would be done. But from what Lachlan understood, he just had to make it to the other side.
Bending his legs Lachlan tensed all the muscles throughout his body, his head tilted upwards and faced the statue, his eyes squinted and he pushed off. Leaving behind a crack in the ground he burst through the air, but when he took a step inside the room he quickly realised something was amiss. There were solid blocks sticking out of nowhere, as though they were invisible.
Lachlan quickly regained himself from almost smashing into one and pushed off again. This time he kept focused, moving around the bits sticking out. He jumped, ducked, and weaved through the obstacles, swiftly making his way to the statue before he slammed his hand on it.
"Challenge complete. You managed to weave your way through difficult to see obstacles with incredible speed and without hesitation. You passed with flying colours, you have the agility of a king."
Lachlan really couldn't get enough of this so-called king; he really placed himself on such a high pedestal. Placing him above heroes, people that were supposed to be world saviours and whatnot.
Lachlan walked outside, the obstacles had disappeared so he left without any hindrance.
Walking to the blade he left in the ground Lachlan looked at himself, dressed in the matte black armour he looked intimidating. Lachlan looked around and when he noticed no one there he quickly flexed a bit, showing off his muscles.
'Analyse'
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Name: Lachlan Wilson (Half-Human, Half-???)
Age: 18 (Adolescence)
Soul Contracts: 2/5
Compatibility: Winged Beasts (Perfect)
STR: 229(+2), AGI: 228(+4), VIT: 131(+1)
INT: 44(+2), PER: 47, WIL: 105
Weakness: None
Strengths: Maximum Speed (Level 10), Grip Strength (Level 6), Water Control (Level 7), Fire Control (Level 7), Wind Control (Level 7), Leg Strength (Level 2), Body Defence (Level 2)
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Lachlan admired his stats for a while. This sudden increase certainly shocked him, just this one island managed to give him a massive increase in stats. That alone made this entire journey worth it, not to mention everyone else's increase in stats. Not to mention they weren't at their highest just yet, he wasn't wielding the broadsword at the moment.
A slight chuckle was heard from the doorway and turning around he noticed Phoebe. Lachlan's face turned a light red from embarrassment, his eyes darkened as he asked, "You didn't see anything now did you?"
"Just enough to see you flexing in front of the sword," Phoebe explained with a faint laugh. She looked around the room and analysed all the armours before turning back to Lachlan and asking, "So is there anything in this room I should wear in particular or is it all good?"
Lachlan smiled at the question before pointing towards the blue armour to the side. It was partially a dress as well as an armour set. "That one is perfect for you, not only does it look good but it also buffs you greatly."
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Name: Water Queen's Armour
Description: A man-made armour set created with Deep Ocean Stone. This armour set was created for a wonderful queen that rules over the waters with a pure heart. To wear this armour one must have 100 strength, 100 agility, and the perseverance of a queen.
Effect 1 (Passive). Increases water control by 2.
Effect 2 (Passive). Increases agility and strength by 30.
Effect 3 (Passive). Gives wearer the ability to breathe underwater and enhances swimming abilities.
Effect 4 (Sealed). Call forth the power of the ocean's creatures, bringing destruction on what the wearer deems unworthy,
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"However I do have the ask beforehand, did you managed to get the perseverance of a queen or higher?" Lachlan asked.
"Well, I got the perseverance of a king so I don't know; maybe?" Phoebe wasn't too sure where the king ranked in everything. All she knew is that she completed the trial without a problem, although, she was near the breaking point at the end. Fortunately, her turtles motivated her to continue forward.
Lachlan nodded before going on to explain about the king. "That's the highest you can get on the test, the king is a bit arrogant so he places himself above everyone else, that's why you get the perseverance of a king when you reach the statue."
"Oh, then I suppose this armour is fit for me?" Phoebe asked with wide eyes.
"Indeed, boosts your water control, agility, strength, and gives you the ability to breathe underwater. There's one more effect but you can just put on the armour to learn about that," Lachlan explained before thinking to himself. 'It's basically Aquaman's ability, except in this new world it might actually be something greater.'
"Oh, but before you do that you should probably go and undergo the strength and agility test, that way you'll have the essential stats to put it on," Lachlan swiftly mentioned. He had almost forgotten that Phoebe didn't have 100 strength, nor 100 agility.
Phobe nodded. "Alright, I'll go and do that. Any tips?"
"Just burst out with all your strength right from the start, there's no need to hold back considering the strength test is similar to our island's gravity. As for the agility test, just remember, the obstacles are slightly camouflaged," Lachlan explained.
Phoebe swiftly ran out to do the test, Lachlan waited for ten minutes patiently before Phoebe walked back in, her forehead covered in sweat. "Oh boy, you didn't tell me the gravity went so high in that test. Fortunately, I used my gravity stone and nullified it, somehow it counted me passing with flying colours even though I cheated."
Lachlan hadn't thought about that, he would have the tell the others beforehand so they can all get the best results. "Alright, go and put the armour on."
Phoebe walked up to it and slid her hand across its exterior, looking closer to the fine, blue pattern engrained on the armour. She then turned around the Lachlan. "Out, I need to undress to put this armour on."
"Oh please," Lachlan said as he waved his hand. He suddenly felt the gaze of a predator; turning to face Phoebe he noticed she was staring daggers at him. He then nodded silently before walking outside the room. 'Well, at least it seems like this armours ability to detect hostility is working quite well.'
Standing outside Lachlan thought of doing something more useful. Taking out some high-grade spirit stones he began running around the temple, evenly distributing them along the ground. Once he was done he returned to the room.
Phoebe had finished putting on the armour. When Lachlan walked in he was set in a trance, his mouth opened wide, he slowly and silently nodded his head. 'That's my girl.'
Noticing Lachlan had returned Phoebe did a little twirl for him, showing off the armour. It fit her rather perfectly as well, although slightly tight around the hip, it wasn't unbearable nor did it restrict any of her movement.
"So, what do you think?" Phoebe asked.
"You look great, amazing even. Certainly, an armour that's fit for someone to rule to oceans with," Lachlan complimented. "Certainly brings back a few memories of when he first met, you were so shy, even letting Simon's arrogance pass unhinged."
"Indeed, it feels so weird thinking that a couple of years have already gone by. It certainly has been a wonderful journey with everyone, first we trained together, then we slept together, and finally we fought together," Phoebe said as the two of them reminisced on the past.
"Yeah, but anyway, I've already rigged the temple up for liftoff. should we quickly go and check whether or not the others are ready?" Lachlan asked.
"Nah, I was the last to finish, the others are just catching their breath, so let's hurry up and go," Phoebe said as she raised her hands.
Lachlan faintly laughed. 'Alright, 5 times Earth's gravity upwards.'
The temple rumbled and shook as it slowly rose from the ground, the group still resting inside the other room were shocked by the sudden movement. Simon was somewhere else in the temple, searching for treasures when it shook and he banged his head against the wall.
"Ow, damn it, who's moving the castle," Simon complained loudly before he suddenly remembered that he saw Lachlan running around the castle not too long ago. He let out a loud sigh, 'the least you could have done is warned us.'
Lachlan and Phoebe had long since run out of the castle to navigate it towards the island. Once it was in a good positive Lachlan slowly let the island fall down, using his gravity stones to use only a fraction of Earth's normal gravity.
Once they landed on the island Lachlan said, "Alright, it's time to continue our journey to America."
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The group travelled for a while, not too concerned about stopping along the way due to their sudden increase in strength. They didn't find a need to go searching further, so instead, they would begin to increase their influence around the world.
On the island, the group sat on top of the tree wall, looking down on the world. They were all fully equipped in armour, the group had all finished the tests and Lachlan paired them all with a suitable set of armour.
Joe was in a fiery red armour set, wielding a spear that seemed to be covered in the blood of its enemies. The armour increased fire control while the spear intensified killing intent/bloodlust, installing fear into enemies.
Zoe was wearing an azure green dress that reached just past her knees, lined with darker emerald green. Although it didn't help her at the moment due to its increasing control over plants. It still gave a good increase to her agility, strength, and vitality. Her weapon was rather deathly looking with its two matte black blades, it was a war scythe, but unline normals ones it was extremely poisonous, as well as giving off a deathly aura that pressured one's mind.
Georgia's armour set was certainly a unique find, it was black with perfectly functional wings that remained invisible until being used. Although they couldn't work as well as wings they gave the wearer the ability to fly, due to the armour passively decreasing the wearer's weight. One of the main reasons Georgia snagged it up. On her forearms were two hidden blades, completely black, but they had the ability to camouflage themselves until they were in offensive mode.
As for Chloe, although she didn't manage to find any armour sets that increase her water control, she did manage to find a lovely, bright red armour set that increased her strength and willpower. Paired with her battle axe that further increased her strength greatly she very quickly became a fierce warrior, ready to be known.
Simon, Phoebe, and Lachlan were wearing the armour they had put on a while back. Lachlan had managed to find a sheath for his broadsword, he carried across the back of his body if he did it the other way he probably wouldn't even be able to walk properly. Phoebe had two dark blue daggers by her waist that further increased her water control by 1 and gave her a decent boost in agility and perception. Simon had two black gloves on his hands, attached to the knuckles were bright red sparks, sharpened to pierce metal.
Alongside them were the owners of Choripán Reyes, along with their daughter Valentina. The father, Pedro looked towards the large land mass called America, his eyes widened from all the damage that would be seen already. "So that's where we're supposed to start our business?"
"Of course not, we'll look for an actually decent place to stay, otherwise how will we make the business successful?" Flynn asked jokingly. "We'll also stay with you for a while, make sure you're all properly accustomed with the place and not to mention, warns others of yours backing."
Joe slapped Pedro's back, almost throwing him off the island. "Don't worry about it, we'll make sure you fit right in before we leave. We'll also make sure to leave a way for you to make contact with us at any time."
Scratching his head Pedro replied, "Great, that calms me down a bit, having you all for our backing."
Everyone agreed. Although they would stand out like a sore thumb, at the very least, their strength was unparalleled. Some of them were even expecting some people to surround them and take pictures of them, they would think it's some kind of cosplay.
"Damn, looks like America really had a tough time," Lachlan said as he sighed, looking down at the ruined towns. They were completely annihilated and the group saw why. A dark green bear that had purple crystals running down its spine was roaming the town, its body the size of houses as it stomped on the remains of cars. Its nose pointed towards the ground, sniffing, searching for food.
"What the hell are those people doing?" Georgia said abrupt, pointing towards a nearby group of people running on the ground towards the bear. Everyone's eyes widened with surprise, as behind and above the group were beasts, all moving alongside them.
"Isn't it obvious, they're hunting that bear down, possibly even trying to capture it," Simon said as he gave the group a nob of approval. "They've probably got family somewhere nearby and want to kill the bear before it kills them."
"Should we help them out?" Phoebe asked with concern.
"Only if they need it, we'll watch for now, see how they fight," Lachlan explained. He had already analysed them, and although they had a decent amount of strength Lachlan wasn't sure where they got the confidence to take on the bear.
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Name: Crystal Bear Tyrant
Age: Adult
Attribute: Earth/Crystal
Grade: Good
Innate Talent: 1st Grade
Level: 14
STR: 42(+40), AGI: 54(+20), VIT: 70(+30)
INT: 37(+20), PER: 40(+10), WIL: 32(+6)
Weakness: Weak Paw Defence, Overwhelming Arrogance, Prideful
Strengths: Body Strength (Level 4), Skin Defence (Level 3), Earth Control (Level 4), Crystal Control (Level 2), Bite Strength (Level 6), Tyrant's Aura
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Not only was the bear strong, with Tyrant's aura it had a method of partially suppressing that groups fighting prowess. Not to mention that unless they had some heavy hitter beasts, which they don't, they won't be able to even pierce the bear's skin, let alone kill it.
The group had readied their gravity stones just in case they had to interfere; however, after watching the group on the ground set up they realised it was a bunch of professionals. Two people were stationed on top of houses far furthest away from the bear holding onto snipers while another 3 stopped halfway towards it, they were holding rocket launchers. Finally the last 3 were heading towards the bear for battle, they were all holding onto shotguns with long daggers by their side.
Their beasts were much larger than the others, two had much smaller bears while the other had a few alligators.
The alligators swiftly waddled towards the bear's legs, opening their mouths before clumping on tight. They performed their signature move, something everyone knows them for. A death roll.
Spinning fiercely the alligators managed to rip a large chunk of the bear's legs off before the bear swatted at them, smashing them away from it. But while it had its head lowered the other, but smaller bears grabbed hold of its head, dragging it to the ground.
The people started firing rapidly into weak points, the joints, and bits of soft tissue. The ones carrying the shotguns ran up close to the bear's face before shotting madly into its eyes, they continued to pump their guns until the bear dropped dead.
"Damn, they're pretty good," Simon complimented as he gave them another nod of approval. "I wonder who they work for."
"Although I would say military since they have weapons, this is America, they're possibly just a group of desperate people fighting for survival. There's also the possibility that they're an Explorer's Guild party, possibly sent on a mission to despatch the bear causing havoc," Lachlan explained. "Not to mention their uniform isn't very military-like."
The group on the ground were wearing rather casual, but light clothing. The most likely scenario is that the clothing was produced by the Explorer's Guild through Researcher's United's help.
"Oh, seems like they noticed us," Zoe stated as she pointed towards one of the ones with a sniper. It was a woman who had unhooded herself, she was standing on the roof waving towards them. Zoe was waving back.
The woman spoke while she held onto what the group assumed as an earpiece, it seemed they relaxed a bit after realising they weren't an enemy as well.
"So, should we go down to greet them?" Zoe asked with wide eyes.
"I don't see why now, we'll also be able to get some directions from them to the nearest populated city." Chloe agreed with the idea. Everyone else swiftly followed suit, giving their nods and thumbs up.
They all hopped off the island, Pedro, Elena, and Valentina were brought down with them on the back of Aaron. They all gentle floated down to the people on the ground. With the island behind them and were rather unique armour they looked fantasy like, to say the least, they stood out like a sore thumb with their vibrant colours, Simon's violet especially.
The people on the ground watched in shock as they saw the group approaching them while floating through the air. They all had their beasts summoned, the two snipers had snakes while the people with rocket launchers had spiders. It was a rather specialised group, further pointing out that they're probably a party from the Explorer's Guild.
When they landed on the ground the frontal assault group swiftly readied their shotguns, fear in their eyes. "You are all humans, right? You're not some type of new intelligent beast right?"
They chuckled faintly before Chloe took a step forward and holding her hand on her chest she said, "Yes, we are all humans and aren't some new type of intelligent beast. I would have thought that news of our existence would have reached your ears by now considering we originally weren't too far when we confirmed it with Researcher's United."
"So you're the group on the floating island," One of them said in realisation. "I just thought of it somewhat ridiculous to believe. A group of people travelling on a floating island with a great amount of strength."
Chloe looked towards Lachlan and squinted her eyes, Lachlan didn't know what to say and just shrugged. Turning back to the group she said, "Well I don't know where you heard we had a great amount of strength but yes, yes we are the group travelling on a floating island."
"You know, when someone is travelling on a floating island you just assume they have a lot of strength. Because surely someone's attempted to steal it from you, at the very least someone should have tried to negotiate for the island," A broad man with a sturdy face said.
"Nah, we weren't exactly known for our peaceful nature," Chloe said as she scratched her head. "But moving on, where's the nearest safe city?"
"Roughly 100 kilometres North, away from the waters, in a safe spot a decent distance from the rivers and streams," The man explained. "If you want we can lead you there, it'll also be easier to get you in."
The group looked at each other and thought about it. It was pretty obvious what the guy wanted to do because although he was attempting to hide it well he couldn't stop his legs from slightly trembling from excitement.
"Alright, just make sure you keep a strong hold on the wall, we don't want you falling down now do we," Chloe said before shooting into the air, dragging the group along with her. Everyone else sighed, shook their head before following her trail.
Just as they were about to reach the island Chloe looked towards the group. "so, just wondering, but what are you apart of? Is it Explorer's Guild? Or some other independent group here in America?"
"Explorer's Guild; we're apart of a sub-guild that focuses on taking down large beasts with heavy firearms and strategical warfare," The man explained as the rest of the group remained silent. They were all looking down, they felt their stomach at their throats from looking down.
"Alright." Chloe nodded as they landed, the rest of the group followed behind them before returning to their original positions. "So which way was it?"
"100 kilometres North," The man said again.
Lachlan nodded before issuing the island the commands. The new people watched in shock as the island began moving, they stared at the ground beneath them, the ground passing by quickly as they could feel the wind blowing against their face.
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