Volume 1 Chapter 29 The Existence Of Unlocked Items
"The status value has reached its current limit...?"
If I take the message at face value, it would mean that my status has reached its maximum.
Therefore, all my abilities seem to have stopped at 4000.
In other words, there seems to be a limitation to the increase in status due to 'Soul Retrieval,' and I fell into that restriction.
I was surprised because I had never seen a message like this before.
Upon closer reflection, the effect of 'Soul Retrieval' is too powerful.
Even I, at Level Cap 1, have surpassed Allen, who has a maximum of 90.
(...Come to think of it, what kind of ability is this?)
It's still unclear why only I have an increase in the skill level of [Instant Death Magic].
When I think about it, I didn't know anything about my abilities.
Looking at my status, there was a star next to the level.
This must indicate that my abilities have reached their current limit.
(Perhaps, there might be another way to increase my abilities.)
"Um... Ark-sama, are you okay?"
As I pondered while looking at the displayed message, Fatina approached me.
She must have found it strange that I was standing alone, away from the party members.
Not only Fatina, but Ryuin and the others were also looking at me.
"Ark, is something wrong?"
"If you're tired from the previous battle, why not take a rest? There doesn't seem to be any other monster's presence now."
"No, I'm fine. I'm sorry."
Seeing the worried expressions on Ryuin and Leoness's faces, I hurriedly walked away.
"By the way, Ten Minotaur... I can't bring all of them back, but it's a shame."
Leoness looked back and saw the Minotaur lying in the grass. Then he let out a disappointed sigh as if regretting something.
"Is there something good from Minotaur?"
"Yeah. The Minotaur is one of the ferocious and strong monsters in A-Rank, so it's hard for any adventuring party to defeat it, but you can get a variety of valuable materials. For example, horns, skin, meat, etc."
That's how ferocious the Minotaur is.
Even if it could be defeated, it would be difficult to find it because it is a rare material.
"I see. So, you mean, you can eat Minotaur meat?"
"Yeah, it's said to be a food that rivals dragon steak because it's like beef. If you can bring it back fresh, it can fetch a good price. These two are more interested in eating than anything else, so they know a lot about it."
"...Did you say something?"
"N-No, nothing..."
Leoness cowered as the two glared at him.
But, if the materials are that valuable, it's probably best not to leave them behind and bring them back.
"Then I'll take it home"
When the Minotaur was placed in the storage space using the 'Coffin of the Dead' ability, the Minotaur's body suddenly disappeared from the ground.
"Whoa!? The Minotaurs disappeared!?"
Leoness looked at the place where Minotaur had been from various angles.
I feel like I've had exactly the same reaction before.
"I can store monsters defeated with [Instant Death Magic] in a different space. I'll hand them over after the exploration is finished."
"I-is that so...? That's an amazing skill."
Come to think of it, will they receive a reward from Princess Cretia, who requested them to conquer this Emerald Green Dungeon?
Judging from their personalities, they don't seem to do things for money like that.
Well, there are probably various other things in this lower layer, so it might be good to investigate after the exploration of the deepest part is finished. Plus, this place is likely to remain untouched."
Ryuin looks around as she explains,
"You know, I often hear that there's treasure in the depths of the dungeon that no one has ever seen before."
"...The treasure adventurers seek is always predetermined."
In a hushed tone, Veronica, who had been silent until now, murmured to Fatina,
"Is that so?"
"Well, yeah. This is just like a rumor among adventurers, but it seems that among the powerful items created long ago, there are some that can increase your stats."
"Increase stats... you say?"
"Yeah, it's a famous story. It's almost like a legend... For example, there are items that can unlock the Level Cap or add new skills."
"What! Do items like that really exist!?"
Upon hearing this, Fatina was very surprised, her ears twitching.
"So it's just a rumor, a rumor. At least, I've never heard of anyone I know discovering such things."
I wonder if high-rank parties like Ryuin's visit dungeons in various places to search for those treasures.
If such things exist in this world, I can't even imagine how valuable they would be.
No, maybe they would use them themselves, even if they were offered a lot of money.
"Are you searching for those treasures?"
When I asked, Ryuin chuckled while crossing her arms.
"Well, it's like a dream of adventurers, you know? Oh, but this time, we were requested by the princess, of course. Right now, let's prioritize preventing any further damage to the town!"
It seems that Ryuin is prioritizing faithfully fulfilling the princess's request.
It might be her pride as an S-rank party.
We continued walking on the grassy field for a while.
In the vast lower layer, our sense of direction often went awry, and we lost track of where we came from.
For some reason, Ryuin lightly scorched the large rocks and trees along the way with a fire spell. It seemed like she was using them as markers for when we returns.
According to her, this kind of magic power consumption is minimal.
As I walked, I recalled the conversation earlier.
(If there are indeed items in this lower layer like Ryuin and the others mentioned, my maximum limit of stats might increase.)
At the moment, my ability values are at 4000.
Among the monsters I encountered so far, the Minotaur was the strongest, but even so, my agility greatly surpassed its attack, allowing me to dodge it.
I slide my finger in the air and display the Abilities List.
Defeating the Minotaurs raised my skill level, leaving me with 12 skill points.
All the abilities I can unlock require only 8 points.
There is also the option of Half Magic Consumption Reduction, but for now, my magic power is sufficient, so it's better not to unlock it.
In that case, I will have to spend 8 points on either 'Range Increase' or 'Success Rate Increase'.
(With "Range Increase" here, I think it'll be good.)
If I use "Quadruple," the success rate will go up, so I don't need to worry too much about it.
I choose "Range Increase" and touch the "yes" on the confirmation message that appears.
Then the symbol shines, and I've acquired level 3 of "Range Increase."
Now, the range of the Instant Death Magic spell has expanded quite far.
I no longer need to get close to the enemy, so as a result, it's become easier to evade.
With this, I've done everything I can for now.
I hope I can identify the source of the impending disaster that awaits ahead.
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