Chapter 525: Dragonization (Advanced)
I was able to breathe out in relief once the scorching stiffness dissipated, but there was a lot more to be excited about compared to surviving a non-fatal event.
’This is a lot better than I expected.’
Unlike the large difference between the first and the second evolution, the second and third evolutions were pretty much the same, at least when it came to principles.
However, the gains of the third evolution were still superior in the overall scheme of things.
[ Name: Ian Cloud
Alias: Lan Storm - Zero - Ascended Dragon - Azure Dragon
Race: Draconic Human
Main race: Human (Other Worlder) - Sub race: Dragon (Sky Dragon, Green Dragon, Volcanic Dragon)
Attribute: Lightning, Thunder, Wind, Fire, Water, Ice, Earth, Shadow, Darkness & Vegetation
Level: 135
Class: ’Elemental Weapon Master’ (M) / ’Versatile Lord’ (S)
Age: 17
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• Stats :
Strength: 56.04
Constitution: 56.27
Agility: 55.76
Dexterity: 49.59
Perception: 47.26
Wisdom: 52.01
Intelligence: ???
Nona-Element: 33.00 (+14.08) (Lightning, Thunder, Wind, Fire, Water, Ice, Earth, Shadow, Darkness)
Unassigned stat points: 13.1 ]
When it came to the Physical Stat gain, the increase might be lesser in percentage in comparison to before, but once again, there were many other ways that I could increase my Stats through.
In fact, I just went through a very fruitful round of that a little earlier.
On the other hand, the usual Attribute Amplification was a little bit exaggerated this time around.
Usually, it went no further than 5 to 10%, but this time, I ended up receiving an entire 20% boost to my Fire Element! Even the secondary Earth Element got the usual max boost of 10%!
’At this point, Fire really has become my ace.’
Lightning had always been my strongest Element from the very start, but starting with the Elemental boost that the Green Dragon’s Essence provided, Fire was slowly gaining back the lead, and now, it was undeniably superior.
’Only for pure damage output though.’
Of course, that was only the case when it came to basic math.
Fire might indeed be the better option if I want to inflict stronger overall damage, but in a case where I didn’t lose out when it came to firepower, Lightning Damage still had the lead.
In the same way, that also depended on the situation.
’Looks like most Dragons have fringe Attributes.’
Finally, I also ended up receiving another Pseudo Attribute. Three samples might not be enough to judge the entire Dragon Race, but other than the mainstream Sky Dragon, both other Dragons had a special element that was hard to see.
That being said, I wasn’t sure how I could make use of such an element without the corresponding Elemental Art...
’Maybe I will find something in the future.’
Naturally, now wasn’t the time to overthink this point. After all, I had yet to explore the true jackpots of this evolution.
The fact that the Stat Cap increased before I was obstructed by it was great in its own way, but that was still not it. The cause behind it was the true reward.
[ ’Dragonization’ (Advanced)
State: ’Currently Active’
Description: As a species that shares the blood of true dragons, you are able to exhibit a few of their true blood-restricted abilities.
- ’Dragon Scales’ - As one of the defining characteristics of Dragons, you are able to grow dragon scales at any part of your body or absorb them back to your exoskeleton according to your will.
+ ’Dragon Wings’ (x2) (Double Body Scale)
- ’Dragon Stomach’ - As part of the Dragons who are lofty eaters, you are able to consume three months’ worth of food without having the need to consume anything for the following period.
- ’Dragon Blood’ - As a unique trait of Dragons, you are able to agitate your blood to maximize your strength to help you in dire situations, usable once per week.
+ ’Full Dragonization’ (Young Adult Stage Restriction)
- ’Dragon Aura’ - As the blood of the Dragon race runs through your veins, you are able to use some of the abilities that define their supremacy as the existence sitting in the food chain’s topmost seat.
+ ’Dragon Domination’ (Curse Elimination) (Dragon Fear)
- ’Dragon Breath’ - As a part of the assimilated Dragons, you are able to directly eject a stream of elements alongside your breath.
- ’Draconic Crown’ - As a True Dragon who has started to become one with the Laws, your Law Affinity and Law Manipulation increase greatly in the presence of a tool of communication.
*Effect of ’Dragon Scales’: Increases defense’s effect to ignore damage by 35% - Aside from the scales’ base defense -
*Effect of ’Dragon Blood’: Increases Physical stats effectiveness by 30%.
*Effect of ’Dragon Breath’: Increases Elemental effectiveness by 20%.
*Note: This Innate Ability is only one stage away from full maturity. ]
Despite being in my Dragonized Form, I couldn’t really feel the changes right away. However, when presented by the player-friendly System, I could tell that there had been a lot of changes.
’First is...’
The effectiveness of Dragon Scales seemed to have increased once more. Unfortunately, checking that out had to wait until I could do proper testing. For now, all I could tell was that the scales got slightly tougher.
’Maybe a bit more shiny as well.’
Compared to the straightforward ability of absolute defense, I was more curious about the change in Dragon Wings. After all, their usefulness was very limited in their basic form.
’Is it twice as big or twice as many?’
Instead of playing another game of blind guesses, I immediately tested out. With a simple thought, a familiar pair of wings sprouted out of my back. However...
The pair that barely went past my shoulders before were now twice as big, and that wasn’t the end!
’Huh?’
I was merely testing my hypothesis with mental commands, but I didn’t expect to receive a possible response in both cases.
Just one second later, the large wings were folded back before sprouting as two separate pairs. From the looks of it, the doubling sign wasn’t restricted by normal understanding!
’I can’t wait to try it out.’
Whether it was the bigger wings or the additional pair, I wanted to put them to the test right this moment. However, the checklist of excitement was far from over.
