Chapter 10 Mental map

Takashi's eyes narrowed as he stared at the system panel, trying to make sense of what he was seeing. He had been practicing his sword skills for hours, pushing himself to his limits and beyond. But this new skill - "Pig Sword Art (beginner)" - had caught him off guard, leaving him feeling both perplexed and intrigued.

As he read the name of the skill again, Takashi couldn't help but feel a surge of anger rising within him. Was this some sort of sick joke? Had all of his hard work been for nothing? He gritted his teeth, determined to make sense of the situation.

But as he calmed down and thought about it more rationally, Takashi began to see the potential in this new skill. It might not be the most glamorous or prestigious ability, but it was unique and could catch his opponents off guard. He grinned to himself, feeling a burst of excitement at the thought of mastering this unorthodox technique.

"Although he is a pig but so what he is a pig," Takashi mused to himself, with a newfound sense of determination. He was not going to let anyone - or anything - hold him back from achieving his goals. He was a Human at heart, and he would do whatever it took to become the best.

As he contemplated his next move, his mind drifted towards the idea of increasing his Speed. He had spent countless hours immersing himself in novels and anime, where characters possessed extraordinary abilities and could even transform into human form at will.

Increasing his Speed would not only grant him more power, but also enhance his skills and make him more adaptable to different situations. However, he knew that it wouldn't be an easy task. He needed to push his limits and train relentlessly to achieve his goals.

To increase his Speed, he would need to focus on improving his Level. This meant engaging in hunting dengerous creatures.

As he continued to ponder these ideas, he couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The thought of unlocking new abilities and transforming into a more powerful version of himself was an exhilarating prospect, one that filled him with a sense of wonder and possibility.

With each passing moment, he became more determined to achieve his goals, to push himself beyond his limits, and to become the strongest version of himself possible.

As he surveyed his surroundings, his mind began to race with ideas. Perhaps he needed to expand his territory and create more traps to gain additional experience points. He knew that this would be a risky endeavor, but the potential rewards were too great to ignore.

Slowly but surely, he began to map out the area in his mind, looking for weak spots and vulnerabilities that he could exploit. He studied the terrain, searching for hidden paths and chokepoints that would make it difficult for his enemies to escape his grasp.

For the past few days, he had been tirelessly exploring the area surrounding his cave. With each step he took, he marked potential areas that could give him an advantage in certain circumstances. He had always been a strategic thinker, and he knew that in order to survive in this harsh wilderness, he needed to be one step ahead of his competition.

As he immersed deeper into the forest, he scanned his surroundings with a keen eye. He noted the terrain, the vegetation, and the wildlife, all the while keeping his senses sharp and alert for any signs of danger.

With each new discovery, he felt a thrill of excitement run through him. He was uncovering secrets and hidden gems that would give him an edge over his competitors. He knew that he was building a knowledge base that would serve him well in the future.

As the days wore on, he became more and more entrenched in his exploration, each new discovery driving him forward with renewed purpose. He was like a detective, piecing together clues and creating a mental map of the area in his mind.

As Takashi made his way towards his cave, he couldn't help but feel a sense of exhaustion setting in.

With a deep breath, he reached out and opened his system panel.

Name: Takashi (Pig Form)

Species: Pig

Level: 1

Experience Points: 58/100

Attributes:

Strength: 4

Dexterity: 2

Constitution: 3

Intelligence: 105

Wisdom: 22

Skills:

Foraging: 2

Rooting: 2

Running: 1

Pig Sword Art ( begginer)

Abilities:

Adaptive Evolution

Improved Underwater Vision

Status:

Health: 100/100

Hunger: 83/100

Thirst: 81/100

As he navigated through the menus, his eyes narrowed in focus.

Despite his frustration with the new skill he had acquired - the "Pig Sword Art (beginner)" - he now saw the potential in it. He knew that he needed to approach his training with an open mind, to be willing to experiment and try new things.

As he studied the skill more closely, he began to formulate a plan of attack. He knew that it wouldn't be easy to master, but he was determined to give it his all.

As he closed the system panel and settled into his cave for the night, Takashi felt a sense of satisfaction wash over him. He had accomplished a lot today, and he knew that tomorrow would bring even greater challenges and opportunities.

With a sense of determination burning bright within him, he drifted off to sleep, dreaming of the endless possibilities that lay ahead.

As he gazed into the distance, Takashi's mind began to wander back to a few days ago when he had set a trap that proved to be remarkably effective against the goblin.

The memory of the goblin's final moments as it met its demise from the trap filled him with a sense of both satisfaction and pride.

The success of the trap had not only provided him with valuable experience points, but it also demonstrated his ability to outsmart his enemies. Takashi knew that in this harsh wilderness, intelligence and cunning were just as important as physical strength.

As he pondered the intricacies of the trap, his mind began to race with new ideas. He began to visualize new and more elaborate traps, each one designed to take advantage of his opponent's weaknesses and exploit their movements.

He thought of various scenarios and how he could use his surroundings to his advantage. He imagined using the terrain to create a bottleneck that would force his enemies into a vulnerable position, or setting up decoys to lure them into a trap.

The possibilities were endless, and each idea filled him with a sense of excitement and anticipation.

As he continued to reflect on his successes, Takashi couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.

The memory of his victory over the goblin fueled his drive to continue improving and pushing himself beyond his limits. He knew that he had the potential to become even stronger, and he was determined to unlock every last bit of it.