Translator: CinderTL
[Detection complete. You are eligible to advance to the high-tier class: Rogue.]
[Requirements: Strength 5, Agility 10, Spirit 5, Short-handle Combat Skills 3/3, Max-level Cunning Skills 3/3, Successfully complete 30/30 stealth infiltrations or assassinations.]
[Advance to this class?]
The base attribute requirements for the Rogue class were no longer an issue for Roland.
Back when he first advanced to the Knight class, his Strength and Agility attributes were already approaching the fifty-point mark.
While the Dragonborn class itself didn't provide direct attribute bonuses, the complete integration of his [Dragon Bloodline] had significantly boosted both stats. Combined with the refinement from his [Primal Core], his Strength and Agility had now reached sixty-six and sixty-four points, respectively.
If he were to activate [Dragon Transformation], these values would climb even higher.
As for his Spirit attribute, it had already surpassed his Strength and Agility after he became a Knight.
Although he hadn't encountered any special opportunities to directly boost his Spirit since then, his steady progression into the Psion class had granted him a substantial twenty-point bonus.
Aided by the minor boost from the [Primal Core], his Spirit attribute had reached seventy points, making it his highest stat.
Therefore, Roland's qualifications were more than sufficient to meet the attribute threshold for a mere high-tier class like the Rogue.
And as for the requirement for max-level Deception-type skills...
Roland's gaze shifted downward, focusing on the familiar lines of text:
Basic Concealment, Current Level: Lv. Max Basic Stealth, Current Level: Lv. Max Basic Assassination, Current Level: Lv. Max
He had specifically sought out Viconia's guidance to learn these three skills during his recuperation. Mastering them had been effortless, and he had reached their maximum levels in just a few days.
But...
"The 'Basic' prefix... does that mean there's still room for these skills to evolve? If so..."
Roland reviewed the contents of the three skills he had learned. They were all conventional techniques, identical to the standard methods he knew. With his current knowledge and experience, he couldn't yet conceive what higher-tier forms these basic skills could take.
"Forget it."
Gently shaking his head, he set these distracting thoughts aside and refocused his gaze on the golden text before him.
"Confirm class change."
Class change successful. Current class: Rogue Attribute bonus acquired: Strength +1, Agility +4
Just as with his previous class changes, a familiar warmth materialized after the attribute bonuses appeared. It surged through Roland's body, permeating every inch of his muscles, bones, and meridians.
The soothing sensation, akin to being immersed in a warm spring, felt exceptionally intense to Roland, whose injuries were far from healed. It nearly drew a sigh of pure contentment from his lips.
But a moment later, a strange sensation replaced the simple comfort, stirring within his heart.
Strange...
He could clearly feel his body growing lighter. The sharp pain and sluggishness that had clung to his meridians like a parasite were being gently smoothed away and dispelled by the warm current.
Realizing this, he immediately focused his mind, turning his perception inward to carefully examine his condition.
A moment later, an irrepressible gleam of joy erupted in Roland's habitually calm eyes.
This warm current... is it actually healing my injuries?
During his previous class advancements, he had either been in a safe environment or suffered only minor injuries. The warm current that accompanied his ascension had primarily strengthened his physique, with its healing effects being barely noticeable.
But this time, the combination of the extremely stubborn, rule-based damage and the severe weakness left by his life-and-death struggle with Corellon's avatar had infinitely amplified the current's curative properties, making them unmistakably clear.
Amidst his astonishment, the warm current within his body seemed to resonate strangely with the gentle energy emanating from the [Primal Core]. The two forces complemented each other, like a gentle spring and a vibrant ley line jointly nourishing parched earth.
He estimated that in just this short time, his strength had already recovered to nearly eighty percent.
Moreover, the warm current had not receded; it continued to flow through his body like a trickling stream, steadily repairing his deepest hidden injuries. At this rate, he felt he wouldn't need to recuperate for months—perhaps he could return to his peak state in a very short time.
This was far more effective than the natural recovery he'd experienced over the past three months.
Realizing this, a surge of intense joy welled up in Roland's heart.
"I never expected that taking on a new class would have such a remarkable healing effect!" he exclaimed in amazement.
"I wonder if taking on other tiers of classes would bring similar results? If so..."
A bold idea took shape in his mind.
"Wouldn't that mean that in the future, if my body suffers a severe blow, I could simply prepare in advance and take on a basic class when needed to rapidly restore my condition?"
The thought sent a thrill of excitement coursing through Roland.
If this method actually works, it's no different from mastering an incredibly powerful recovery technique.
Such a near-instantaneous healing of severe injuries is usually only possible with extremely high ring-tier healing spells or certain legendary holy artifacts.
"But..."
Amidst his excitement, Roland quickly calmed down.
He recalled the text information that forcibly appeared in his vision each time he changed classes, as well as the brief but undeniable sense of detachment from the outside world and the need to concentrate his spirit to adapt as his body received attribute bonuses, traits, and extra buffs.
He shook his head gently, analyzing the situation rationally.
"This method... must be used selectively."
"In a fierce battle where things change in the blink of an eye and life hangs in the balance, even a momentary lapse in focus could lead to fatal consequences. Unless I'm certain I'm absolutely safe, or the battle allows for a brief pause, I must never attempt this lightly."
After stowing the tactical idea of using class changes to heal injuries in the back of his mind, Roland refocused his attention on the ever-changing golden text before him.
[Detected that the host already possesses the trait: Abyssal Touch...]
[Performing adaptive calculations based on the current class template...]
Analyzing trait... Analysis complete. Trait fusion and advancement in progress... New Trait Acquired: Shadow Dance Form Shadow Dance Form: Upon active activation, your presence will deeply synchronize with the surrounding light and shadow environment. When in shadows or darkness, your figure will naturally become blurred and difficult to discern. Movement will almost completely eliminate footsteps and the rustle of clothing, while significantly suppressing your own aura emission and thermal radiation. This makes it difficult for conventional detection methods relying on sight, hearing, smell, or even heat sensing to pinpoint your location. This effect is influenced by the intensity of ambient lighting. It weakens in well-lit areas and reaches its peak in complete darkness. You can actively establish "Attunement" with a stable shadow of sufficient size, temporarily fusing your physical form with it for a short period to achieve near-absolute stealth and concealment. However, your movement speed will be drastically reduced in this state.
"Hiss—"
As the details of the [Shadow Dance Form] trait were seared into Roland's mind like a brand, even his usual composure failed him. His breath caught, and an irrepressible gleam of excitement erupted in his eyes.
This is a god-tier skill born for assassination and infiltration!
He instantly grasped the terrifying value of this trait.
Unlike the [Basic Stealth] and [Basic Concealment] skills, which relied on terrain, movement, and breath control, [Shadow Dance Form] was an ability that operated on a near-conceptual level.
It was no longer a matter of "trying not to be noticed," but rather directly "merging with the environment," becoming a part of a natural phenomenon.
Presence synchronized with the light and shadow environment... blurred figure, eliminated sound, suppressed aura and body heat...
Roland analyzed each point in his mind, and the more he analyzed, the more alarmed he became.
This meant that as long as he was in shadow or darkness, he was practically an "invisible man."
Conventional visual patrols, auditory alerts, and even detection based on life auras and body heat would be severely compromised.
This was no longer a mere skill of an ordinary thief or scout—it was a transcendent ability, nearly identical to a spell's effect!
What shocked him even more was the "Shadow Attunement" effect.
Establish "attunement" with a larger shadow, merging with it for a short period...
This description instantly brought countless tactical possibilities to mind.
Crossing open ground by moving between key shadows right under the enemy's nose...
Instantly "vanishing" into the shadow of a corner or an object in a desperate situation with nowhere to hide...
Even against formidable foes with supernatural senses, this might become his trump card for a surprise escape or a lethal ambush.
Though his movement speed would be drastically reduced, in critical moments, a stationary, absolutely concealed presence is far safer than a moving target that could be exposed!
"Perfect... Absolutely perfect!"
A surge of intense excitement welled up within Roland.
This trait perfectly filled the gap in his pure stealth and infiltration capabilities, elevating his ability to operate in the shadows to a whole new level. Combined with his already superhuman agility and strength, he could, if the timing was right, become the deadliest ghost in the darkness, striking at will.
With this thought, Roland surveyed the troglodyte camp he had just cleared, now bathed in the faint glow of fungal spores. The mottled shadows cast by the rocks were no longer mere cover in his eyes; they had become an extension of his power, something he could freely command and merge into.
"If I could just learn a spell that creates darkness to pair with [Shadow Dance Form]..."
Taking a deep breath, Roland suppressed his excitement and focused his gaze on the golden text still slowly materializing before him.
[High-tier class: Warrior detected. Job Resonance triggered.]
[Job Resonance]
[Rogue + Warrior]
[Additional Buff Obtained: Battle Dance Shadow]
(End of the Chapter)
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