Talent Trial

The Heavenly Trial suddenly began?!

Jiang Han took a deep breath, suppressing the restlessness within, maintaining composure: "Three minutes left to prepare!"

Although acquiring talents involves a significant element of luck, aside from that, the Heavenly Trial is the only opportunity to elevate the level of acquired talents.

According to Daniel, in the trial, items and equipment cannot be used, but there's no restriction on using skills.

In other words, items and equipment are to prevent players from "cheating," such as carrying forbidden scrolls or top-tier equipment without level restrictions. Skills, being inherent, naturally do not fall into the category of cheating.

However, the enhancements that skills can bring are not to be underestimated.

Especially...

The passive increase in attributes!

Without hesitation, he took out the scroll bestowed by the system from his inventory and tore it.

"Swoosh!"

Instantly, a colorful radiance overflowed from the torn scroll, turning into a stream of light that drilled into Jiang Han's eyebrows. He felt warmth throughout his body, as if immersed in a hot spring.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You used the S-tier item [Benevolence of Favor]. Please choose the skill you want to enhance! (Note: Limited to B-tier and below skills)

"Dark Swordsmanship!"

Jiang Han decisively chose Dark Swordsmanship, which could provide him with a significant boost in attack power.

"Ding!"

System prompt: Due to the effect of Benevolence of Favor, your skill [Dark Swordsmanship] (B-tier) has advanced to [Art of Slaughter] (A-tier)!

With little preparation time, Jiang Han immediately opened the skill panel to check the information —

[Art of Slaughter] (Passive) (A-tier)

Introduction: The exclusive skill of the Dark Swordsman, renowned throughout the world. It once caused bloodshed and chaos on the Heavenly Origin Continent, a formidable technique that can only be comprehended after endless slaughter.

Effect: Base Attack +200, Attack +20%

Additional Effect: Attack Speed +50%

...

Powerful!

Incredibly powerful!

Looking at the skill description, Jiang Han's excitement surged.

The passive enhancement of Dark Swordsmanship increased the attack by only 50 points. However, after advancing to Art of Slaughter, it quadrupled, providing additional percentage-based attack bonus, and simultaneously removing the restriction on using sword-type weapons, taking effect unconditionally!

What does this mean?

Keep in mind, his current maximum attack is just over 200 points. A single passive effect doubled his attack!

Now, dealing with the demonized Rat King should be as simple as cutting vegetables!

Next, Jiang Han's gaze fell on the nearby Purple Thunder Gem, reaching out to grab it: "If only I could bring the tenfold attribute increase from the Purple Thunder Gem into the Heavenly Trial..."

Of course, it's just wishful thinking.

This type of short-term strength-boosting item is definitely not scarce in the Heavenly Origin Continent. If it could be brought into the Heavenly Trial, those with powerful backgrounds might start with at least A-tier talents.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You obtained the A-tier item [Purple Thunder Gem]!

[Purple Thunder Gem] (A-tier)

Introduction: A magical gem that can stimulate the human body's potential for a short period. If your potential is great, your strength will naturally skyrocket. However, if your potential is limited, the improvement will be quite limited.

Effect: Enhances strength based on potential, lasts for one minute

Usage Count: 2/3

(Note: Many factors affect potential, and the system considers growth star rating, profession, attributes, skills, etc.)

...

The usage count has become 2/3, indicating that it has already been used once. The previous boost was forcefully included in the count.

"No wonder Daniel said I have enormous potential." Jiang Han gained some insight.

The growth star rating of the Dark Swordsman is no joke, and it's the only hidden profession. The potential is enormous, as one can imagine.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: You are about to enter the Heavenly Trial in ten seconds!

Nine!

Eight!

Seven!

...

When the countdown ended, a white light fell from the void, enveloping Jiang Han, making him disappear from the cave, destination unknown.

"Swoosh!"

The scene changed, and Jiang Han arrived in a forest filled with the sounds of birds and fragrance of flowers. Sunlight filtered through, creating dappled shadows, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: The trial begins. Please kill enemies within ten minutes. If successful, the talent acquisition range will be upgraded to C~D tier; if failed, it will be D tier!

Soon, Jiang Han saw a countdown in his field of view.

Enemies?

His gaze shifted downward, seeing the virtual image of a gray rabbit, gradually solidifying and turning into reality —

[Wild Rabbit] (Common Monster)

Level: 1

Health: 100

Attack: 3-3

Defense: 1-1

Skill: None

Introduction: A common wild rabbit has appeared in the Heavenly Trial, waiting for its fate. What could it be?

A rabbit?

Jiang Han was speechless for a moment.

This attribute is worse than a slime. Does the Heavenly Trial look down on someone?

Without immediately launching an attack, he opened the attribute panel to check, confirming that the effect of the Art of Slaughter was directly brought into the Heavenly Trial, heaved a sigh of relief.

It seems his idea was correct; skill enhancements can indeed be brought into the Heavenly Trial.

[Fallen·One Cold River] (Bronze-level BOSS)

Level: 1

Health: 500

Attack: 271

Defense: 5

Reputation: 12000

Luck: 0

Unallocated Free Attribute Points: 20

Introduction: The fallen who betrayed the Light camp, addicted to killing, extremely evil. Brave adventurers, kill him, and he will bring astonishing benefits to you!

...

A total of 271 points of attack, but it appears on the panel of a level 1 player, which is simply unbelievable.

If other players knew about it, they wouldn't be shocked but would likely scold you because the Photoshop skills are too fake!

"It seems that the freely allocated attribute points rewarded by the system can also be brought in." Jiang Han calculated briefly, then concluded and allocated all 20 free attribute points to attack.

Having a clear understanding of the trial process, he approached the wild rabbit, and with a swift kick, brutally killed it.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Congratulations, you have met the conditions. The talent acquisition range is upgraded to B~D tier!

"Swoosh!"

The next second, the rabbit's image gradually disappeared, replaced by a skeletal undead, about the size of an adult, looking eerie.

Clearly, after meeting the conditions, the trial would move on to the next stage.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Please kill enemies within ten minutes. If successful, the talent acquisition range will be upgraded to B~D tier; if failed, it will be C~D tier!

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Your level has reached level 10!

Regarding the system raising his level, he was not surprised because his opponents in this stage are also level 10.

Obviously, in the trial, both sides will be at least equal in terms of level.

"He

he!"

The undead made a strange noise and approached Jiang Han.

However, with the blessing of the Art of Slaughter, coupled with an extremely high growth star rating, the undead was no match and was cleanly beaten with two punches.

"Ding! ~"

System prompt: Congratulations, you have met the conditions. The talent acquisition range is upgraded to B~D tier!

"I want to see, with the growth of the Dark Swordsman and the enhancement of the Art of Slaughter, what level of talent I can ultimately obtain!" Jiang Han rubbed his hands together, filled with anticipation.