The Power of Death

System Prompt: Congratulations on reaching level 15; the power of the Dark Swordsman is ignited, and you have comprehended the skill: [Power of Death]!

About five minutes passed, the energy within Jiang Han gradually dissipated, whether exhausted or concealed, waiting to be triggered again when his strength is sufficient.

Comprehending skills oneself?

Such an extravagant hidden profession; no wonder Daniel values it so much!

Jiang Han took a deep breath, suppressing the excitement within, and opened the skill panel to check. There, a purplish-black skill icon had emerged, looking exceptionally dazzling—

[Power of Death] (Passive) (A-grade)

Introduction: The Dark Swordsman is a variant of the Undead Swordsman, wandering on the edge between life and death, possessing self-awareness. His terrifying recovery ability instills fear, even the holy light struggles to judge him.

Skill Effect: Outside of combat, health regenerates at a rate of 0.5% per second, reduced to 0.1% during combat.

After reading the skill details, Jiang Han was stunned for a while before uttering two words, "Impressive!"

What does 0.5% per second mean?

Thirty percent health recovery in one minute!

For the current Jiang Han, this was already a powerful healing skill. Yet, the true ferocity of this skill had not yet been demonstrated because its recovery was percentage-based!

Keep away if you can't win; return to battle at full health in less than four minutes!

Whether for survival or manipulation, the Power of Death's effect could potentially be a decisive factor.

"Drip, drip!"

The sound of the message arrived. Dragon Soars Miles sent a message, "I've transferred 30,000 to you."

"Alright, I've hidden the equipment there. Let him pick it up." Jiang Han sent him the coordinates and a topographic screenshot, a place he randomly chose while passing through.

Of course, losing equipment didn't mean it would never be refreshed by the system.

In fact, when he chose to hide the equipment, the system reminded him that white-grade equipment would become ownerless after 24 hours, bronze-grade for three days, and silver-grade for up to a week.

The more precious the equipment, the longer it took to be refreshed. This was a fairly reasonable system setting.

"Got it!"

Dragon Soars Miles didn't waste words, "As always, if you have equipment, consider our Dragon Clan first. The price will be absolutely fair!"

"No problem!"

Jiang Han happily agreed.

This way, he could save the trouble of selling equipment. Why would he not be willing?

Closing the chat box, he continued to find trouble with Demonized Lizards. With the Power of Death in hand, his demand for potions diminished. After all, every time he searched for a respawn point, his health automatically returned to full.

As time slowly passed, Jiang Han silently leveled up, continuing until he killed the 93rd Demonized Lizard, finally obtaining a pair of shoes.

"The drop rate is unbelievable!" Jiang Han quickly picked them up, checking the equipment properties—

[Sandwalker Boots] (Bronze-grade)

Defense: 6-10

Effect: +2% Movement Speed

Required Level: 16

Introduction: Essential shoes for walking in desert areas, with strong friction, not easily damaged, beloved by the ordinary people of the Tianheng Continent.

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The equipment properties were quite good, but unfortunately, his current level was one short. Jiang Han stashed them in his inventory, ready to continue monster grinding.

"Gulu!"

Contrary to his wishes, his stomach made an untimely sound.

Jiang Han glanced at the time; it was already one in the afternoon. He couldn't help but self-mockingly smile, "It seems I'm truly immersed in the game and unable to extricate myself. Even during the intense review before the college entrance exam, I wasn't this diligent."

He pulled up the system panel, choosing to log out of the game.

Logout!

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Taking off the game helmet, Jiang Han stood up to add water to the electric kettle. Subsequently, he tore open a packet of instant noodles, tossed it into a bowl, added the seasoning, and patiently waited for the water to boil. Meanwhile, he opened the official forum to read posts.

"Jiang Han's Dilemma"

"How to Join the Dark Faction"

"NPCs are so beautiful; can we interact with them"

…

"Eternal" was unprecedentedly popular, not only due to its holographic simulation, almost realistic sensory experience, but also its global server, making it a worldwide phenomenon with an extraordinary level of discussion.

Jiang Han could see numerous hot threads about himself. Some players even called for everyone to team up and specifically hunt him down.

"In a short period, relying on killing players for leveling is indeed not very realistic." Jiang Han filtered out the thoughts of danger. Dying once means losing the account!

In such a situation, he must be extremely cautious. Once surrounded by players, the consequences would be dire.

"Since the protection of the Dark Camp is an alternative to the protection of the Goddess of Life, it should be a very powerful player privilege." Jiang Han stroked his chin, full of anticipation.

After a simple lunch, a cup of hot water, Jiang Han entered the game again, ready to frolic with the Demonized Lizards.

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"Swoosh!"

A white light flickered as he reappeared in the original spot.

"Ha!"

Suddenly, a nearby Demonized Lizard, towering as tall as a person, roared. Its long tail swept, heavily smashing into Jiang Han, sending him flying several meters away in a sorry state.

"System Prompt: You've been hit by the [Demonized Lizard King]'s sweep, losing 1010 health points!"

Just logged in, Jiang Han's health plummeted by one-seventh.

"Young lizards have no martial ethics!"

Jiang Han, caught off guard, was genuinely startled. Facing the gigantic Lizard King, larger and redder in skin than ordinary Demonized Lizards, he tightened his grip on the Buffalo Sword, resolutely focusing on the upcoming battle.

Knowing oneself and knowing one's enemy leads to a hundred victories. He instinctively cast a reconnaissance skill—

[Demonized Lizard King] (Bronze-grade BOSS)

Level: 20

Health: 100,000

Attack: 180-180

Defense: 120

Skills: [Bite] [Sweep] [Toxic Surface]

Introduction: A mutated variant of the Demonized Lizard, possessing even more powerful strength. Ruthless and bloodthirsty, it is one of the lords of the desolate land, a formidable adversary for adventurers.

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It's killable!

Making a decision, Jiang Han briskly charged forward, unleashing an Evil Tread. Leaping high, he kicked the Lizard King's head with his heel, controlling it under his foot, pressed closely to the ground.

"System Prompt: You've used [Evil Tread], dealing 1073 damage to the Demonized Lizard King, causing a suppression effect, rendering it immobile for 0.35 seconds!"

Wow, this is so short?

Jiang Han was surprised. Before he could perform a frenzy of slashes, the Demonized Lizard King shook him off its head.

"System Prompt: You've been corroded by the [Toxic

 Surface] of the Demonized Lizard King, losing 50 health points per second, lasting for 10 seconds!"

Suddenly, Jiang Han's face turned green, veins popping, looking like a patient at death's door.

"It seems Daniel's provided medicine can't be spared." Jiang Han, somewhat distressed, took out a potion and poured it into his mouth, green light emanating from his body.

+500!

+500!

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With the healing effect, Jiang Han was confident in dealing with the Demonized Lizard King.

Seeing his health about to be fully restored, he rushed forward, Buffalo Sword striking the lizard's head, leaving a bloody mark.

-575!

After a regular attack, he promptly followed up with a frenzy of slashes, a continuous barrage like a storm.

"Ha!"

The Demonized Lizard King wouldn't just sit there and await its doom. Immediately, it rotated, using its long tail for a wide sweep, tossing Jiang Han away.

Seeing this, Jiang Han's eyes flickered. He spotted a protruding rock nearby, his mind racing. He quickly moved to the vicinity of the rock and used it as cover. Pointing a finger at the Demonized Lizard King, he shouted loudly, "Come over here!"

Jiang Han was indeed Jiang Han, with exceptional innate talents. At the same time, he executed both the One-Finger Zen and Lion's Roar, two extraordinary martial arts techniques...