The sun cast pale light over the growing shelter. The forest's early morning mist curled softly among the trees as Iden watched his summoned skeletons work with purpose and precision.
Both were already seasoned—each at Level 2—but today would mark a milestone.
The Woodcutter swung its bone axe relentlessly at a towering oak, each strike cracking wood with increasing efficiency.
[Task Progress: Woodcutting]Logs gathered: 12/20Skeleton Woodcutter EXP Gained: +90Iden EXP Gained: +30
Iden noticed the skeleton's movements growing more fluid—its arm swinging faster, its stance firmer. The system chimed.
[Woodcutter Level Up #1]New Level: 2 → 3New Trait Unlocked: Improved Swing – +15% woodcutting speed
The Woodcutter paused for a moment, bones glowing faintly with an ethereal blue.
[Task Progress: Woodcutting]Logs gathered: 20/20 (Complete)Skeleton Woodcutter EXP Gained: +110Iden EXP Gained: +37
The axe bit deep, and the skeleton's strength visibly surged.
[Woodcutter Level Up #2]New Level: 3 → 4Trait Unlocked: Hardened Bones – +10% damage resistance
Meanwhile, the Scout moved cautiously through the dense undergrowth, scanning for threats and mapping their territory.
[Task Progress: Scouting]Zones Mapped: 5/7Skeleton Scout EXP Gained: +100Iden EXP Gained: +33
Iden admired how the Scout's movements had become near-silent, its bones humming with growing dexterity.
[Scout Level Up #1]New Level: 2 → 3Trait Unlocked: Quick Reflexes – +10% dodge chance
[Task Progress: Scouting]Zones Mapped: 7/7 (Complete)Skeleton Scout EXP Gained: +95Iden EXP Gained: +32
The Scout vanished briefly among the bushes, then reappeared with a sharp gaze.
[Scout Level Up #2]New Level: 3 → 4Trait Unlocked: Enhanced Vision – Detection range +30%
With both skeletons nearing the end of their tasks, a final surge of experience flowed in.
[Woodcutter Task Bonus]EXP Gained: +130Woodcutter Level Up #3New Level: 4 → 5Trait Unlocked: Berserker Mode – +30% damage when below 50% health
[Scout Task Bonus]EXP Gained: +120Scout Level Up #3New Level: 4 → 5Trait Unlocked: Silent Step – Movement undetectable within 10 meters
Iden's own experience grew steadily throughout.
[Iden EXP Gained from Tasks]+232 EXPPlayer Level: 1 → 2Stat Points Awarded: 5
His vision showed a simple progress update:Player EXP: [51% → 100%] → LEVEL UP!
A soft chime accompanied the stat points notification.
Iden rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
[Stat Points Available: 5]Possible Upgrades:
Strength (+2 per point)
Intelligence (+2 per point)
Endurance (+2 per point)
Summoning Capacity +1 every 3 levels
He considered the future. More summons, bigger shelters, tougher fights.
Iden nodded. "Let's get stronger."
Rael smiled, watching from the shelter's steps. "We're not just surviving anymore."
The bones of his minions had hardened, but the fire in Iden burned brighter.