Chapter 3: New Skills and Exploration

So. After doing all kinds of weird things I can think of that may hopefully gain me some new skills, I finally stopped when it was night.

It was exhausting, honestly. But that didn't stop my drive and curiousity. As a normal human just until yesterday, it's our nature of being curious all the time, especially with the unknown. Heck, a lot are even dying because of it. But it's not like what I am doing is anything dangerous... Well, okay. Maybe some of what I did earlier are. But it's still not enough to cost me my life. So after my hard work, I was able to acquire these skills;

[Crimson Dragon's Roar]

At first, this skill was only the [Dragon's Roar], but my already existing skill, [Intimidate], got fused with it, adding from the first effect, light stun, now it have the final effect of fear and stun at the same time! Perfect for immobilizing enemies! And best of all, it works on multiple targets!

[Crimson Dragon's Rush]

This skill uses the strength of my four limbs as well as my whole body at the same time. This can be used to ram an opponent and him/her flying for several meters and with the additional effects of bleeding thanks to my horns. And best of all, it also increases my speed!

[Burning Claw]

This skill utilizes either of my claws while cladding them with my flames. With the flames' burning effect and my claw's piercing power, it is a powerful skill for damaging single targets as, the moment my claw managed to wound my opponents, the burning effect will kick in to continue the damage for some time. So I can say that this is a really lethal skill compared to the first two.

[Crimson Dragon's Dance]

This skill is actually made me seem a little funny. As to why, well... To acquire it, I had to spin around in circles with my wings spread out as I tried a lot of approach. From twist-running(twisting while running) to fly-spinning(flying while spinning).

In all honesty I got really dizzy with those attemps and it was really painful! I've gotten a lot of bumps on my head and half of my body became sore~! But it was all worth it! This skill utilizes my two pairs of wings, my flames, and my flying ability to charge in multiple targets while using my wings which are clad in flames to attack them at once!

[Crimson Dragon's Descent]

The last skill. This skill utilizes my flying speed and momentum along with my flames. My flames will cover my whole body like a flame armor, making me look even bigger and more intimidating which I will then shot through the air to a certain height and drop down instantly while using my wings to further increase my momentum and dropping down in the middle of a large group of enemies, sending shock waves with intense temperature and making a crater on the ground in the process. This skill is perfect for impressing the masses if you ask me. Imagine doing this in the middle of an intense battle, wouldn't it make a great entrance~?

These five were the only skills I was able to acquire, unfortunately. It seems that gaining skills are a lot harder than I have expected. And all my skill will somehow be related to myself, or at least are most appropriate, just like these skills. All of them utilizes my own physical body and innate abilities, which all goes along with the characteristics of my race, a dragon.

"Maybe... Only after transforming into a human can I get skills that are more diverse. Like martial arts or weapon masteries."

I said as I thought of this possibility. Well, it is somehow already obvious as this is what happens to all non-human MCs in the novels that I have read. But I'm still a little uncertain, remembering that this is real life.

"Well... I can try it right now. But I still want to experience being a dragon a little longer."

Sure, I can just turn into a human then back to a dragon instantly but that would be a little boring. I have already spent my past life being a human, so I'll spent this one being a dragon as much as possible. And besides, being a dragon feels really good. I couldn't explain the feeling that well... But there's a feeling of satisfaction when I'm in this form, unlike when I was a human. Is it power? Maybe. Or, is it just my own desire? Most likely.

"Well... Now that that's all over, I best..."

*Growl~*

"Hehe... Fill my stomach before going to sleep."

I said with a slight smile and took a huge piece of dear meat from my Inventory and began cooking. After a few moments, the meaty fragrance is already spreading and tickling my nose, making me even hungrier.

"Hm~. Now that I think of it... Why didn't I get a cooking skill? Will I have to cook with ingredients and proper utensils first? Well... Considering how I prepare my food. It is more roasting than cooking... So that might be it. I'll just try it when the time comes."

I said and bit a large chunk of meat started my hearty dinner.

The next day...

"I guess I'll be exploring this time. And I also have to raise my level too... Who knows what I'll be facing in the future..."

I muttered to myself as I made my way out of my cave. Yes, I already claimed it as mine. It doesn't look like someone else have discovered this until I did, so I claimed it! Hah!

Not only did I acquire an awesome place to live as well as a hideout, it even have the most addicting Earth Essence!

Oh, right. The Eaeth Essence is actually the name of the water I have been drinking, I found it just last night when I used [Appraisal] on it out of curiosity. And I was amazed by my findings. Not only does this Earth Essence relieve hunger, it can also heal any wounds and even regenerate lost limbs! Just how overpowered was that?! Though it still have the downside of not being able to cure diseases, it will still be fought by millions and even billions of people and may even result in an all out war just to claim it for their own! As it was also mentioned that even a single drop of this essense can already heal you completely, two drops will regenerate lost limbs, and further intake will improve any one of any race's life span! And here I am drinking it like some plain addicting refreshment like it's normal! Hah! Take that! In yoh faces, bastards~!

*Cough*

Enough of that. I came out of the tunnel and passed through the water curtain,washing my body in the process.

"Starting a new day with a fresh start~."

I muttered as I let the water dry off my body naturally.

"Well then, let's set off!"

I took off from the platform and dove down at rapid speed. I feel the damp wind brushing past my cheeks. Unfurling my wings, I immediately turned towards the direction to the south. Just like what I saw yesterday, only the greens from trees could be seen with some occasional flying beast scurrying away the moment they spotted me. Beasts of different sizes could be seen on the ground, doing their own business while all their ears perked up, staying as vigilant as they could. I continue flying a little more and finally spotted a herd of cow-like magic beasts. Just like what I have speculated yesterday, they have the same dangerous appearance like that of the deers.

"Well, I guess this is in their genes?"

I muttered to myself, somewhat uncertain.

Imagine... If all beasts in this world all look "sharp" with all those spikes on their bodies, wouldn't it be really troublesome to deal with them? Especially if a really powerful beast shows up?

"But... Kind to think of it~. Aren't I the same?"

I said and looked down at my body while in mid air.

"Welp. Guess my speculations are correct."

I said, a little helpless about this fact.

But it still made me look forward to the future~. Imagining all those cool looking dragons, the same species as myself! Just how great would that be?! I'm really excited to meet with other dragons!

"Well... These thoughts won't help me get my meals, so let's stop. It's time to hunt!"

I said loudly as I dove towards the herd of magic beasts.

All of them noticed me coming at high speed and immediately panicked and began fleeing in all directions.

"No no no~! Hey don't go! Stay still and be my meal~!"

[Fireball!]

A ball of crimson flame flew out of my mouth and struck one of the cows, directly collapsing to the ground, dead.

"Eh~? It still only took one hit~. Anyway. The others are getting further away. I guess I have to up my game. Let's try one my new skills."

I said as a grin apoeared on my face.

[Crimson Dragon's Roar!]

A loud roar was heard as all the beasts in the surroundings stood still, all were rooted to the ground and were all stunned by the sudden intimidating roar, the same goes for the fleeing cow magic beasts!

"Hehe~! Now you can't escape from me!"

I happily exclaimed and shot through the air towards their locations and finishing them off with my fireballs.

After a while of flying here and there, I was finally able to finish off the last cow magic beast. In total, I have killed twenty three Mountain Cows. That's what their name when I appraised one earlier. Even though these cows are two times the size of an adult cow from Earth, they are still considered normal magic beast and are fairly not life threatening to an extent but still needs to be careful of as when they caught you off guard, you won't come out with just a broken limb, but also a broken spine that may actually lead to death. Well, this often only happens with normal humans though.

After taking all the carcasses and storing them in my Inventory, I once again spread my wings and took on the air.

"Stats."

Name: Kross

Age: 10

Level: 5-›8

[Exp: 155/12,800]

Race: Crimson Dragon - ???

Body Status: Normal

Hp: 10,225+435

Mp: 7,050+30

Strength: 505+3 [C]

Agility: 505+3 [C]

Defense: 605+3 [B]

Intelligence: 705+3 [A]

Vitality: [SSS]

[Root]: Dragon

Unique Skill/s:

[Living Game Character]

Innate Abilities:

[Crimson Dragon Flame] [Flight]

[Perfect Mana Manipulation]

[Dragon Sense] [Absolute Absorption]

[Four Phases Transformation]

Skills:

[Appraisal] [Crimson Dragon's Roar] [Crimson Dragon's Rush] [Burning Claw] [Crimson Dragon's Dance] [Crimson Dragon's Descent]

"Well... The amount exp needed to level up is getting bigger and bigger. I have killed more than twenty beasts and it only gave so little exp. I guess I have to find stronger beast if I want to level up... And I have to do it fast."

I said with determination blazing in my eyes.

Last night before sleeping, I have already decided on my path and also made some plans already.

I have decided that I will stay here... Wherever this is until my next evolution. And when that time comes, that will also be the time I'll be moving to a town or a city. But... I just hope that it will happen sooner... Lest I'll become more and more unsociable.

Shaking my head, I increased my flying speed. I still don't have the desire to return to the cave, it's still morning and the twin stars are still shining! I'll explore a little bit longer and try finding some strong magic beasts. And hopely level up before I completely become anti social and still be a loner even here in another world!

With this, a new and stronger determination stacked with the one earlier burned inside me, fueling me even more to get stronger faster! To evolve faster! And finally, to stop being a loner!

From this day onwards. One of the most dangerous forest in the continent became a hunting ground for an introverted dragon who wanted to get rid of the title of being a loner! The title of being an introvert! The title of an introverted loner!

[Author: Hey!!! (╯°Д°)╯ Do you think I'll let you do that so easily?! Hahaha!!! Well think again~!!!]