Chapter 18: New Knowledge and Training

A/N: This chapter and the next will focus on detailed descriptions.

I did something a bit silly here—this chapter was actually written after Chapter 30, but I completely forgot and thought I had already written it earlier.

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After their unexpected encounter at the Shapeshifting School, Goku and Oolong followed Miss Lin through the grand entrance. The school was a vast complex of sleek, modern buildings nestled within a lush, serene environment. It exuded an air of quiet sophistication, a place dedicated to the advanced study of ki and shapeshifting. Inside, various classrooms were bustling with students engaged in learning about animals, plants, and their applications in shapeshifting. The walls were adorned with diagrams and intricate illustrations of different forms and transformations.

Miss Lin led them into a classroom where several students were immersed in their studies. The room was filled with books, scrolls, and interactive displays showcasing advanced shapeshifting techniques. Goku's eyes were drawn to a section where students were practicing their transformations, shifting between forms with impressive speed and precision.

After observing the scene, Miss Lin handed Goku a book. "This contains all the advanced knowledge of our shapeshifting techniques," she said. "Study it well. It may hold the key to enhancing your abilities."

Goku accepted the book with gratitude and began to skim through its contents. The book detailed several advanced shapeshifting techniques:

Permanent Transformation:

Description: Allows the user to permanently transform into a new form until they choose to revert. This can be strategically useful for long-term situations.

Chimera Shapeshifting:

Description: Combines traits from multiple animals or objects into a single form, creating a chimera-like entity. For example, combining bird wings, bear strength, and cheetah speed.

Limitation: Combining too many traits can cause instability, making the transformation difficult to control.

Mimicry Shapeshifting:

Description: Enables the user to copy another's appearance and temporarily mimic their abilities and fighting techniques.

Limitation: Mimicry is imperfect and temporary, with limited replication of the original's power or techniques.

Ethereal Transformation:

Description: Allows the user to become a ghost-like form, phasing through objects and becoming nearly invisible.Limitation: The user cannot interact physically.

Shapeshifting Armor:

Description: Transforms parts of the body into armor or weapons, such as turning arms into shields or swords.

Limitation: The strength and durability of the armor depend on the user's power level, and maintaining it can be exhausting.

Mass Shapeshifting:

Description: Allows the user to transform into a large size, significantly increasing physical power and reach.

Limitation: Increases in size and strength come at the cost of speed and agility, and maintaining this form is tiring.

Elemental Shapeshifting:

Description: Lets the user transform into elemental forms (fire, water, lightning) with control over the element.

Limitation: The user is vulnerable to elemental weaknesses.

Decoy Shapeshifting:

Description: Creates a decoy version of the user or an object, which can move independently for a short time to confuse opponents.

Limitation: The decoy has no real power and dissipates if hit or after a short period. 

Self-Multiplication Shapeshifting:

Description: Creates multiple copies of the user, each with a portion of the original's power. The copies can act independently.

Limitation: Each copy is weaker than the original, and the more copies created, the weaker they become.

Adaptive Shapeshifting:

Description: Allows the user to adapt their form in real-time to counter opponents' attacks, such as developing armor or wings.

Limitation: Requires quick thinking and understanding of the opponent's moves.

(A/N: all skills use ki)

Goku used his Perfect Memory technique to memorize all the contents of the book. His ability to recall detailed information would prove invaluable as he continued to integrate these advanced techniques into his training. Alongside the advanced shapeshifting knowledge, Goku also refined his Monster Carrot technique using the Super Technic Creation System, achieving a level of mastery that enhanced its effectiveness.

With eight months remaining before the 21st Martial Arts Tournament, Goku was eager to put his new knowledge and skills to use. He felt a renewed sense of purpose and excitement. His recent experiences had bolstered his confidence, and the additional techniques he had learned would undoubtedly give him an edge in the upcoming competition.

As Goku reviewed his status panel and the techniques he had mastered, he was struck by the breadth of his progress. From mastering basic and advanced techniques to acquiring powerful shapeshifting abilities, Goku knew he was on a path to becoming a formidable warrior. With each step, he grew stronger and more prepared for the challenges ahead.