Chapter 59: Rewards

Liam closed the racial information window.

’Now, let’s see what else I received.’

He reopened the reward interface.

[Available Rewards]

[All Attributes ×3]

[Three Unique-Rank Random Skill Crystals]

[Three Random Skill Upgrades]

[Talent Upgrade (Available)]

Liam’s attention immediately settled on the talent upgrade.

’My Reality Reversal talent can be upgraded too?’

He hadn’t expected this reward to be available, but since the system had specifically offered it, there was no reason to hesitate.

He selected the talent upgrade.

[Initiating Talent Upgrade...]

[Analyzing Talent: Reality Reversal...]

[Upgrade Conditions Met.]

[Upgrading Talent...]

A powerful sensation spread through Liam’s mind. Countless streams of information flowed into his consciousness, accompanied by a strange feeling that his connection to the underlying laws of reality had become stronger.

It lasted only a few moments before the system notification appeared.

[Congratulations!]

[Your talent, Reality Reversal, has been upgraded.]

Liam immediately opened its information.

[Reality Reversal]

[Talent Rank: SSS]

[Description: A unique talent that allows the user to reverse the state, level, and properties of various targets. By applying the power of reversal, the user can force a target to undergo changes that would normally be impossible. The talent’s effectiveness depends on the user’s authority.]

[Enhanced Effect: Reality Reversal]

[The talent’s overall efficiency and effectiveness have been greatly enhanced.]

[Authority Enhancement: The user’s authority over reversal has increased, allowing the talent to affect a wider range of targets.]

[Daily Use: 30]

Liam carefully examined the information.

’The improvement isn’t limited to skill upgrades. My overall authority has increased as well.’

That was particularly useful. Previously, he had encountered situations where his authority was insufficient to reverse certain targets. With his increased authority, he would have considerably more freedom when using his talent.

’Not bad. Thirty uses a day should be more than enough for now.’

He closed the window and turned his attention to the remaining rewards.

’Now, let’s see what these Unique-Rank Skill Crystals contain.’

He selected the first crystal.

[Opening Unique-Rank Random Skill Crystal...]

[Congratulations!]

[You have obtained the Unique-Rank Skill: Blades of Oblivion.]

Liam raised an eyebrow.

’Blades of Oblivion?’

He opened the skill description.

[Blades of Oblivion]

[Rank: Unique]

[Description: A powerful offensive skill that allows the user to summon blades infused with the energy of oblivion. These blades possess exceptional destructive properties and can tear through physical bodies, magical barriers, and energy-based defenses.

The user can freely manipulate the summoned blades, controlling their number, size, direction, and movement. They can be launched at enemies, used for close-range combat, or commanded to attack multiple targets simultaneously.

The blades become increasingly destructive when supplied with more energy. Their attacks can also leave behind traces of oblivion energy, gradually eroding the target’s defenses and weakening their ability to resist subsequent attacks.]

’Interesting. This should work quite well with my other abilities.’

Liam could already imagine combining the skill with his existing dark magic. Instead of relying on a single weapon, he could overwhelm his opponents with countless blades attacking from different directions.

He was particularly interested in their ability to erode defenses. That would make them useful against enemies who relied heavily on barriers and protective skills.

Without wasting any more time, he selected the second crystal.

[Opening Unique-Rank Random Skill Crystal...]

[Congratulations!]

[You have obtained the Unique-Rank Skill: Abyssal Shackles.]

Liam immediately inspected the new skill.

[Abyssal Shackles]

[Rank: Unique]

[Description: A powerful restraint skill that allows the user to summon chains formed from concentrated abyssal energy. These chains can emerge from the ground, surrounding surfaces, or even the user’s shadow to capture and restrain enemies.

Once a target is caught, the shackles gradually drain their energy while restricting their movements and interfering with their ability to circulate mana.

The chains can adjust their strength according to the energy supplied by the user. Against weaker opponents, they can completely immobilize the target, while stronger enemies will find their movements and energy manipulation significantly restricted.

The user can also manipulate multiple chains simultaneously, allowing them to restrain several targets or create a large-scale containment formation.]

Liam nodded slightly.

’Another restraint skill. This one seems considerably more versatile than my Black Crystal Silk Creation.’

His existing threads were already useful for capturing enemies, but these shackles offered something different. They could interfere with an opponent’s mana circulation while gradually draining their energy.

That would be particularly effective against powerful spellcasters.

’Not bad. I can use this to restrict troublesome opponents before finishing them off.’

He then selected the final crystal.

[Opening Unique-Rank Random Skill Crystal...]

[Congratulations!]

[You have obtained the Unique-Rank Skill: Abyssal Devourer.]

Liam’s interest increased as he opened its description.

[Abyssal Devourer]

[Rank: Unique]

[Description: A powerful absorption skill that allows the user to summon an abyssal vortex capable of devouring energy from its surroundings.

The vortex can absorb various forms of energy, including mana, elemental energy, and other compatible energy sources. Absorbed energy can be converted into usable energy for the user, allowing them to replenish their reserves during combat.

The user can also direct the vortex toward enemies, gradually draining their energy and weakening their abilities.

At higher levels of proficiency, the vortex can absorb incoming energy-based attacks, reducing their destructive power and converting a portion of their energy into resources for the user.

The absorption efficiency depends on the difference in power between the user and the target, as well as the nature of the energy being absorbed.]

Liam stared at the description for a moment before a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

’An absorption skill?’

This was exactly the kind of ability he could make good use of.

His existing abilities already provided him with powerful offensive options, but having a reliable way to replenish his energy during prolonged battles would make him considerably more troublesome to deal with.

He could weaken his opponents with Abyssal Shackles, attack them with Blades of Oblivion, and use Abyssal Devourer to absorb their energy.

’These three skills complement each other quite well.’

Liam was pleased with the results. All three Unique-Rank skills offered different advantages, and each could become even more powerful after being upgraded.

He closed the skill descriptions and looked at the remaining rewards.

’Now, I still have three random skill upgrades and the attribute multiplier to collect.’