[ Skill: Annihilation Ray (Mythical)Type: Active

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Description: Channels a concentrated beam of destructive energy, erasing anything in its path. Perfect for wide-scale destruction or pinpoint annihilation.

Mana Cost: 10,000 mana.

Effects:

Inflicts 1,000% True Damage, ignoring all defenses.

Deals additional damage equal to 100% of the caster’s intelligence and 50% of their mana pool.

Can be charged for greater area coverage and damage output.

Chanting time : 20 seconds

Cooldown : 1 hour ]

Leon stood unwavering as Valtheris bellowed, his voice echoing throughout the chamber. "Take this, mortal! SAGE GIGASTEEL!"

A massive knight made entirely of gleaming, enchanted metal emerged beside the lich, its towering form radiating overwhelming power. The construct charged at Leon, its colossal sword swinging down with the force to cleave mountains.

Leon, calm and composed, raised his staff, his lips curling into a confident smirk. "Let’s finish this. Annihilating Ray!"

A triple-layered magic circle materialized before him, its intricate designs glowing with searing white light. As the spell activated, the room was engulfed in a blinding brilliance.

Roselia, who had been watching with her sword ready in case Leon needed assistance, shielded her eyes from the intensity. She could feel the raw energy tearing through the air, a testament to Leon’s unmatched skill.

When the light faded, only remnants of the once-mighty construct remained—two skeletal feet firmly rooted to the ground, all else obliterated. Valtheris himself was reduced to a fragmented, kneeling form, his upper body completely annihilated.

Leon stood tall, inspecting the aftermath with satisfaction.

{Quest Complete}

{Congratulations, Challenger Fang. You have gained Valtheris’s Legacy.}

{Valtheris’s Legacy: The Archmage Legacy of Metal Series Magic. Does Challenger wish to integrate this Legacy?}

Without hesitation, Leon shook his head. "No," he replied, his tone firm.

The tower’s system acknowledged his decision. In an instant, a majestic golden grimoire appeared in his hands, its surface adorned with intricate, shimmering runes. The aura it emanated was both ancient and otherworldly, a treasure of immense value.

Roselia approached him cautiously, her expression a mixture of awe and curiosity. "So, is this the reward?" she asked, her voice tinged with respect.

Leon nodded, turning the grimoire over in his hands as he examined it. Then, to Roselia’s surprise, he handed it to her without hesitation.

"Take it," he said simply.

Roselia blinked, stunned. "Are you serious? This is a legacy of unparalleled power. Shouldn’t it be yours?"

Leon gave her a small smile. "You’re right, but this grimoire suits you better. You have a battle-Mage class. It’s powerful but doesn’t have the depth of spells an Archmage legacy offers. With this, you’ll have the arsenal to complement your abilities."

Roselia stared at him for a moment, then nodded, her resolve clear. "I’ll make the most of it."

{You have donated the Archmage Legacy.}

{You have obtained the Golden Magus Legacy.}

As the system notifications faded, Leon took a deep breath, rolling his shoulders to ease the tension from the intense battle. He glanced at Roselia, who was carefully examining the golden grimoire he had gifted her.

"Let’s get out of here," Leon said with a small smile, striding toward the exit of the Archmage Dungeon. Roselia followed, her determination rekindled by the new power in her hands.

As they emerged from the dark, oppressive confines of the dungeon into the open air, Leon stretched, cracking his neck and back. "Finally. That lich sure made us work for it," he muttered.

Roselia chuckled softly. "But it was worth it. The rewards are more than enough to justify the effort."

Leon nodded, pulling up the system interface to review the details of the dungeon rewards beyond Valtheris’s Legacy.

Dungeon Rewards:

Two Epic Spells:

Gram – Dragon Slayer Sword:

A powerful offensive spell that conjures a massive ethereal blade, capable of cutting through even dragon scales with ease.

(Gifted to Roselia.)

Giga Shield:

A defensive spell that creates a towering metallic shield, capable of withstanding devastating attacks.

(Also gifted to Roselia.)

Legendary Spells (rebate):

Upon gifting the epic spells, the system rewarded Leon with two legendary-grade spells:

Excalibur:

A radiant sword of pure energy, dealing devastating true damage and radiating light to cleanse darkness.

Aegis Shield:

A legendary shield spell that not only defends but reflects a portion of the incoming damage back at the attacker.

Equipment:

Staff of Giga (Epic):

A staff tailored for metal series magic users, increasing mana regeneration by 20% and boosting total mana capacity by 10,000.

(Gifted to Roselia.)

Bright Metal Staff (Legendary): (Rebate)

A legendary staff with a deceptively humble name but extraordinary abilities. It amplified magic output by 30%, increased mana regeneration by 50%, and added 20,000 to mana reserves.

Leon held the Bright Metal Staff in his hands, its simple design hiding its immense power. The shaft was smooth and silvery, with glowing runes subtly etched along its surface. "Doesn’t look like much, but it’s leagues ahead of the Giga Staff," he mused, testing its balance.

As the two walked away from the dungeon, Roselia turned to Leon, her eyes sparkling with newfound resolve. "Thanks for sharing these rewards with me. I’ll make sure they’re put to good use."

Leon smirked. "You’d better. We’ll be facing tougher enemies soon enough, and I’ll need someone watching my back." Experience tales at novelbuddy

Roselia gave him a confident nod. "Always."

As Leon and Roselia continued their walk through the forest, they came to an abrupt stop, their senses on high alert. The serene surroundings now carried an unsettling tension.

"You can come out now," Leon said, his voice calm but commanding.

Roselia, standing by his side, added with a smirk, "Yeah, we’re deep enough in the forest. No witnesses around."

Earlier the moment they came out of the Dungeon they sensed people following them, but they acted as if the didn’t sensed them and continued to move, deliberately reaching he middle of forest where there will be no witness.

For a moment, there was silence. Then, a chuckle broke through the stillness.

"Kekekeke…" A figure emerged from the shadows—a man clad in gleaming bright red armor, holding a sword that radiated a faint crimson glow. His long hair framed a handsome face that wore a deceptive, almost gentle smile.