Reincarnation Of A Swordsman: The Omni Mage

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Beginner Lightning Mage: Lv 8

EXP: 20067/27000

Beginner Chaos Mage: Lv 6

EXP: 5011/12000

HP: 300

Energy: 380

MP: -

Agility: 171

Strength: 205

Vitality: 150

Stamina: 190*

Intelligence: 151

SP: 506

[Elements]

[Skills]

[Lightning Bolt(Lv 4)]

[Lightning Dash(Lv 4)]

[Inspect(Lv 3)]

[Gobbler(Lv 2)]

[Undying]

[Chaotic Pulse(Lv 2)]

[Chaotic Whirlpool(Lv 1)]

Skill Points: 506

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Kyle observed the status screen with a wide grin on his face. 'Those points are real!'

He had gained 506 stat points and 506 skill points from the quest and while he couldn't use the latter yet, there was nothing stopping him from using the former.

Kyle took in a deep breath and studied his stats. 'I'll go through a massive leap in power after assigning those points, so I'll have to do it wisely.'

He began by focusing his attention on the very last stat — Intelligence. While Kyle still had thoughts that the stat didn't only affect mana and might also be responsible for his improved understanding, those thoughts were still baseless now.

'I can't gamble my points there, I'm sure if its relation with my MP and I have alot of the latter already,' Kyle concluded, writing off any increase there and moving on to the next stat:

[Stamina: 190]

'I can't undermine its importance, yesterday's exam had showed me that already.'

While Kyle had a high amount of stamina already, his improved combat and his application of martial techniques made stamina very demanding but he knew that it wasn't too low either.

'Add 10 points in stamina,' Kyle requested and the panel glowed for a moment before changing accordingly.

[Stamina: 190 >> 200]

Even though it might seem cheap if him to spend only 10 points from his 506, he was content with it now. 'Besides, most of my daily quests rewards me with Stamina,' Kyle thought.

[Vitality: 150]

'An equally important stat...' Kyle mused. He didn't ponder over it too much and soon instructed.

'Add 50 points to Vitality.'

[Vitality: 150 >> 200]

He wasn't one to take hits during battle, plus he had the [Undying] trait to help with his resilience so Kyle didn't it'll be wise to add lots of points in Vitality. He had only added 50 points just to satisfy his mind, it made him feel safer in a way. Another reason existed for the addition though:

'It looks perfect being in the hundreds,' Kyle thought with a wide smile.

[SP: 396]

He had almost 400 stat points to splurge on his two favorite stats:

[Strength: 205]

[Agility: 171]

Kyle did a few mental calculations before instructing for his desired changes to be carried out.

'Add 145 points to Strength!'

[Strength: 205 >> 350]

'Add 251 points to Agility!'

[Agility: 171 >> 422]

Kyle felt his body course with power after he upgraded his stats and he couldn't wait to test it out in a real battle.

'Status!'

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Beginner Lightning Mage: Lv 8

...

HP: 400

Energy: 400*

MP: -

Agility: 422

Strength: 350

Vitality: 200*

Stamina: 200*

Intelligence: 151

SP: 0

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Kyle was filled with pride after he seeing his improved stats on display but a tear almost fell from his eye as he saw the now empty stat points. 'Welp, I'll get that back later.'

***

>SWOOSH!<

>ZIPPP!<

"Damn, my speed is incomparable to before!"

With no real way to measure his current strength, Kyle had no other choice than to go run back and forth in the training room, in a bid to see how much faster he had gotten.

He had full control over his body already to know his usual speed and could feel the improvement in waves. His speed had more than doubled and the experience felt surreal.

"I can't find out much now, so I can only hope that the wing exams would be worth it."

With that Kyle retired to bed, deciding to rest with nothing to do.

'Wake me up by 7:00 PM, system... I'mma cultivate a little!'

***

The Thundra Wing hall was abuzz with quiet murmurs as the lightning affinity students gathered in their usual formation, sitting cross-legged on the mats that encircled Instructor Layla.

Instructor Layla sat in the center, her composed demeanor betraying a hint of amusement as she observed her students.

"Good afternoon, everyone," she began with a warm yet mischievous smile. "I hope y'all are looking forward to today's exam cause it's gonna be lots of fun."

The students exchanged wry smiles, their expressions ranging from apprehensive to outright skeptical. They all knew that what their instructor saw as fun didn't ever mean good for them.

Kyle, seated closer to the back, was scanning the room. Something felt off. After a moment, he realized what it was: Orion was nowhere to be seen. With a slight frown, he raised his hand, catching the instructor's attention.

"Yes, my dear Kyle?" Layla said warmly, not bothering to hide the favoritism that she usually showed Kyle.

"Um, Instructor, Orion isn't here."

Layla's smile faltered, and she let out an exaggerated sigh, pouting like a child who'd been denied a treat. "Ah, yes. Orion... He's excused. Dual-affinity mages are given leeway to participate in only one wing exam. Apparently, he chose Metal over Lightning."

Her words were tinged with disgust, making a few students chuckle at her expression.

Kyle nodded in understanding. 'Makes sense for someone like Orion.'

Once the matter was addressed, Layla rose gracefully, her commanding presence immediately silencing the murmurs.

"Now, everyone, stand up and space yourselves out," she instructed.

The students quickly obeyed, pushing their mats aside and moving to form stand a couple of meters beside each other, the hall was quite large for the 19 students and they were all easily spread apart in no time.

The anticipation in the room was evident as everyone exchanged uncertain glances, wondering what sort of trial awaited them.

Instructor Layla approached with a bundle of strange metallic belts in her arms. One by one, she secured the belts around each student's waist.

Once everyone was equipped, Layla returned to the center and clapped her hands, drawing their attention.

"Listen carefully..."