BXBX NOVEL Chapter 329 Obtaining and Leveling Sub-Classes Part 2
-An Rare Tier-2 Skill book, [Mark of the Tamer,] has been located. Would you like to use this Book? (Y/N)-
Smirking as all three books appeared in his notifications, Cynrik quickly tapped yes on all three windows, flooding his mind with information from the first two books and a special message from his third.
-You have learned the Tier-2 Skill, [Mark of the Tamer]; please select where you would like your Mark to appear.-
Cynrik stared at the new notification for some time in silence, lost in thought. Eventually, he looked away from the window and up at the ceiling.
‘Tobs, in my research on Tamers, I discovered that the majority of them place their Mark on the top of their hand or somewhere else on their arm. Yet the notification is telling me I can put it anywhere.’
‘Is this limited to only the external portion of my skin? Or can I literally put it anywhere?’ Tapping his chin as he spoke to his System AI, Cynrik couldn’t contain his curiosity and waited on bated breath for her response.
-This is a troublesome thought, Host Cynrik. If you had received a Common or Uncommon Tamer Mark, you would be restricted on your placement.-
-For example, the Common Tamer Mark must be placed on the being’s hand, with no if or buts. However, if the being has the upgraded version, the Uncommon Tamer Mark, they have more freedom in placing it, yet are still restricted to somewhere on their dominant arm.-
-Due to luck or a higher beings intervention, you have been able to get your hands on a Rare Mark, something that is relatively unknown to the general populous mainly because it is supposed to be heavily regulated by the CSH.-
‘You didn’t answer my question, Tobs.’ Rolling his eyes and shooting a silent thanks to Yennifer, who no doubt had a role in him getting his hands on the Skill, Cynrik pushed for more information..
-The answer to your question is as you suspect. You can place your [Mark of the Tamer] anywhere on your body, Internal or External.-
‘See, now was that so hard, Tobs? Why did you have to beat around the bush? Things are more manageable when you say something more straightforward.’ Without further ado, Cynrik closed his eyes and envisioned the same intricate spell formation he had seen on the cover of the Book.
As Cynrik used the Skill booklet, he was flooded with information about the [Mark of the Tamer]. This information included how to place it, what patterns can be used, how to store creatures or beasts, and how to strengthen it.
The only thing he was unsure of was where it could be placed since he noticed an apparent loophole in how the notification’s description was worded.
-Host Cynrik, if you wish to do what you are planning, you will require outside resources.-
As he was about to begin drawing his Mark, Tobs stopped him.
‘What are you on about? The Skill info says all I have to do is use all of my Mana types and carve the Mark into the desired location; why would I need more resources?’ Confused by her thought process, Cynrik stopped with his left hand above his chest and asked.
-If you were simply carving it into a body part, bone, or even your organs, it wouldn’t be necessary, but like always, you HAVE to take the most dangerous and reckless route. If you wish to carve your [Mark of the Tamer] into your Codex, you will require the following list of materials; even with them, you are not guaranteed success.-
-1 Mid-Class Mana Efficiency Booster.-
-1 Mid-Class Mana Stabilzation Pill.-
-1 Affinity Stone Fragment from Each of your Affinities.-
Cynrik’s jaw dropped open as he saw the resources he needed weren’t all that different from when he was ready to Evolve Tier.
‘Explain your reasoning. All the data I’ve received states that all I require to place the Mark is sufficient Mana in each type. After channeling the required amount of 2500 of each type, I am supposed to focus it into a centralized point, like a pen or pencil, and draw the Mark on the desired location.’
-Indeed, that would be the case, so long as you weren’t being erratically stupid and trying to carve the Mark on the LITERAL Source of your Mana. If you wish to do so, you will require more than triple the amount of Affinity MP on top of a catalyst to stabilize the undoubted collapse of your Mana’s stability.-
-Lastly, the Efficiency booster will give you adequate control over your Mana that you will need to carve the Mark from a distance accurately.-
Clicking his tongue loudly, startling Selene, sitting in the lotus position beside him, Cynrik went to work purchasing all the necessary items from the Academy’s Online store.
In the end, he was forced to spend over 11k of his Previous 38,440 Merit Points because he selfishly wanted to “Hide” his [Mark of the Tamer]. Now, this wasn’t to say it was unfounded. There was a very good reason behind his wanting to pursue this option.
It had to do with how fragile the Mark was. Through his research, Cynrik learned about one of the most significant drawbacks of becoming a Tamer, and it revolved around how vital the Mark indeed was.
Not only did it house and nurture the Tamer’s creatures, but due to how the Skill worked and how it was carved. There were dire consequences if it was Damaged or the Being lost the limb where the Mark was formed.
Backlash, injuries to the Tamed creatures, or even the potential death were possible. When the Mark was destroyed or removed from the Tamer’s body, it would signify the destruction of the pocket dimension held within the [Mark of the Tamer] itself.
As such, the forceful evacuation of the stored Tamed creatures was immediate, and injuries were guaranteed to occur. The sudden backlash of Mana would result in permanent injuries to the Tamer and a Damage debuff stronger than if their Tamed creature was killed.
By carving his Mark onto his Codex, not only would it allow Cynrik to hide the fact that he was a Tamer from his opponents until the optimal time, but he could also ensure that it was relatively safe from damage.
The Codex was a complex and sturdy formation of pure Mana, and its durability exceeded that of any bone or even most of the hardest materials on Vinestra. Because of this, Cynrik had figured it was a safe bet to carve his Mark directly onto his Codex.
Wanting to cry blood as he watched nearly half of his money vanish because of his decision, Cynrik distracted himself by staring at Selene’s chest. After enjoying the soft jiggle caused by her breathing, he eventually calmed down enough to ignore his buyer’s remorse.
“Darling~ if you want to play with them, I won’t say no; all of me is yours, after all, teehe.” Opening one eye and seeing Cynrik staring at her like a hungry wolf, Selene stopped focusing on her Sub-Class and teased her boyfriend.
“Tsk, shameless vixen, I was merely trying to get my mind off the fact that I just had to waste 11k Merit points to achieve something. Your tits were the perfect distraction.” Rolling his eyes and fighting back the urge to grab the fleshy yet perky snow white mounds, not even an entire arm’s length away, Cynrik snorted in response to Selene’s provocations.
“Oh hoho, I see; glad I can be of assistance.” Smiling like a fox, Selene bit her bottom lip sexily and gave Cynrik an up-down look, taking in his toned body, which quickened her heart rate.
“Did you get your Sub-Class sorted?” Changing the topic as he noticed Selene’s flushed face and the rapid rise and fall of her risky assets, Cynrik asked.
“Yep, I just need to get the XP crystals, and I can power level….” Before she could finish speaking, a large pile of pebble and thumb-sized crystals appeared on the floor right in front of her crossed legs.
“Eh?” Seeing how easily and quickly Cynrik tossed out the XP Crystals, Selene was stunned for a second before an expression of pure joy spread across her face, and she promptly scooped the first handful of them up to absorb the XP stored inside.
-You have absorbed an Essence (XP) crystal and received 20,000 XP.-
-Current Essence stored in Essence Pool(XP): 10,156,400.-
Heaving a pleasure-filled sigh, Selene absorbed the entirety of the pile Cynrik had deposited on the ground before withdrawing the resources stored in her inventory and hungrily devouring them all.
-You have absorbed an Essence (XP) crystal and received 20,000 XP.-
-Current Essence stored in Essence Pool(XP): 30,006,400.-
Once all of the XP Crystals were digested, Selene looked to Cynrik for advice about whether she should raise her Class or Sub-Class.
“It’s all personal preference, to be honest. I know that Brancie will have Benny raise his Sub-Class, since it is required for him to get his weapons squared away, but Gabby’s choice will end up being her Huntress Class.” Tilting his head to the side as he spoke, Cynrik continued.
“In Brancie’s case, he will go after his Primary Class, and I will raise my Sub-Class. We all have individual goals, and I plan to leave it up to you all. Whatever your choice, I will support you regardless of my opinions.” Shrugging his shoulders, Cynrik watched as Selene closed her eyes and thought for a moment before deciding.
“I will raise my Primary Class.” With that said, Selene quickly opened up her Status profile and allocated the 29,924,588 XP necessary to increase her Valk-Vanguard Class to its level cap of 35.
-You have chosen to distribute 252,616 XP to your Primary Class.-
-Your Tier-2 Valk-Vanguard Class has leveled up-
-Your Distribution has increased by +0.2 STR, 0.2 DEX, 0.2 VIT.-
-You have received two Stat points.-
-You have received two Skill points.-
-You have chosen to distribute 259,633 XP to your Primary Class.-
-Your Tier-2 Valk-Vanguard Class has leveled up-
-Your Distribution has increased by +0.2 STR, 0.2 DEX, 0.2 VIT.-
-You have received two Stat points.-
-You have received two Skill points.-
A flood of notifications spammed Selene’s vision as she felt herself becoming more powerful by the second. Finally, the spam finished, and she saw the notification about Capping her Primary Class.
-You have distributed the total amount of XP your Primary Class can handle.-
– Your Tier-2 Valk-Vanguard has reached the level cap of 35.-
-Current Primary Class Distribution upon leveling up, 7 STR, 7 DEX, 7 VIT.-
-You have learned the Tier-2.5 Valk-Vanguard Skill [Vængir o Sleipner] (Wings of the Pegasus)-
-You have learned the Tier-3 Valk-Vanguard Skill [Lopt Vargr] (Sky Destroyer)-