THE LAST GAMBIT

detail with a mix of wonder and apprehension. Discovering its ancient origins and its role in h

alleled difficulty. Rhodes's mind reeled at the realization that the Origin Path dema

is decision. He recognized the path's immense potential and deemed

system presented him with a choice. Though momentarily stunned

d potency of the Origin Path, the more compell

Quest Menu updating,"

into the intricacies of the Origin Path. As the details flooded

deed daunting. However, Rhodes remained undeterred, t

of Rhodes's inaugural Chain Quest, with the primary goal b

word Innate Talent (grade variable, depending on the master's prowess)." Rhodes found himself puzzled by this requirement, having n

or meeting the Origin Path's requirements. Training with it would enhance Rhodes's

why the quality of the reward varied. A superior master would bestow a higher-g

ce from his sister but hesitated, not wanting to burden her further. Then, a memory surfaced – a

rgency of the Origin Path's demands left him with little time to sp

the renowned figure for the first time. Tall and lean, with flowing white hai

ecome the old master's apprentice. Unfazed, the master referred to

ll else and focus solely on

commitment to swordsmanship but refused to abandon his other p

eadfastness. He recognized Rhodes's clarity of purpose and accepted him

ejection but found acceptance instead. The Swordmad welcomed him to his tutelage. Rh

Grade." Rhodes stood stunned, holding the highest reward in his g

Sword Innate Talent: Perfect grade. Bestows the user with exceptional a

e Skills. Unlike the former two, Passive Skills didn't require activation and could be honed over time. Rhode

y function for the Skills,"

ly appeared, featuring

illusions from affecting the

d, all stats increase by 0.1%, bypassing restrictions. Th

cted by Swordmad, felt a slight boost in h

1% increase is negligible. Yet, with further le

ss stat restrictions. Despite Rhodes's current limitati

attack me with all your m

ided by his Perfect grade Innate Talent and

atent talent with the sword is surprising, albeit peppered with

e feedback. Swordmad emphasized the importance of layin

tice, alongside continued physical conditioning. While your strengt

d on the Main Chain Quest, relinquishing

est marked a milestone, followed b

ty (grade varies, with a perfect-grade attainable if completed before turnin

is endeavor. With nine months remaining until his sev

the Therion clan, eliciting shock and envy among its members. Yet, Swor

ath ahead. Each day brought new challenges and growth, as he balanced physi

g a significant milestone in his progress. With each triumph, Rhodes's sta

rchery prowess ascended to new heights, earni

could embark on the Origin Path, Rhodes brimmed with