Sanctuary: Safe Haven

Canna's discussion with the village chief was abruptly halted as they needed to ensure that no other monsters had been attracted by the commotion. The chief, along with Tiberius—who took responsibility for the initial misunderstanding—patrolled the perimeter of the village for the entire night, standing guard and maintaining vigilance.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Meanwhile, Canna and Kael were escorted back to their huts to rest for the night, with the promise to continue their discussion in the morning. However, Canna had other plans. Instead of going to sleep, he opened a portal to his domain to check on the newly contracted Shadow Bear.

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Canna looked at the Shadow Bear, which sat on its bottom with an almost comical, innocent expression. Despite its imposing size, the bear had an endearing look about it. Its massive dark body seemed to blend seamlessly with the shadows, its fur appearing to absorb light. The bear's eyes, glowing faintly with a deep, mysterious light, added to its intimidating presence.

Sharp claws and teeth further emphasized its potential for deadly force.

"Alright, let's give you a name," Canna said, thinking for a moment. "Nyx! That sounds menacing, right? From now on, you'll be Nyx."

[Name: Nyx]

Level: 154

Race: Shadow Bear

Rank: Low Calamity

HP: 4700/4700

MP: 900/900

Strength: 800

Speed: 300

Defense: 550

Intelligence: 200

Agility: 450

Stamina: 600

Vitality: 550

Attribute Points: 0

As Canna reviewed Nyx's stats, he was truly astounded. The bear's attributes were formidable, confirming why it was so feared in the forest. He realized that if Nyx and Grimruk were at the same rank, Grimruk would be hard-pressed to defeat this monster. Curious about its abilities, Canna checked its skills.

Passive Skills:

Shadow Blend: The bear can merge with shadows, making it nearly invisible in dark environments. Increases stealth and evasion by 30% at night or in dark areas.

Night Vision: The bear can see perfectly in complete darkness, negating any vision penalties at night.

Regenerative Hide: The bear's hide heals slowly over time, regenerating 2% of its maximum HP every minute.

Active Skills:

Shadow Strike: The bear launches a quick, powerful strike from the shadows, dealing 150% of its attack damage. This skill has a high chance of critical hit when used from stealth.

Umbra Roar: Lets out a fearsome roar that stuns nearby enemies for 2 seconds and reduces their defense by 20% for 10 seconds.

Dark Slash: The bear's claws are coated with dark energy, increasing the damage of its next attack by 200% and adding a bleed effect that deals damage over time.

Shadow Step: The bear can teleport a short distance to any shadow within a 10-meter radius. Cooldown: 1 minute.

Midnight Frenzy: The bear goes into a berserk state for 30 seconds, increasing its attack speed and movement speed by 50%, but reducing its defense by 20%.

Eclipse Shield: Creates a shield of shadow energy that absorbs up to 1000 damage for 20 seconds. Cooldown: 5 minutes.

"That's quite the arsenal," Canna muttered to himself, realizing just how powerful Nyx truly was. The bear hadn't even utilized many of its skills during their encounter. If Nyx had used Shadow Strike or Shadow Step, the fight could have ended very differently.

The potential for Midnight Frenzy or Umbra Roar would have made Nyx even more dangerous, overwhelming any opponent with its ferocity and cunning.

Canna's mind raced as he considered the implications. "If that bear had gone all out, I might not have been able to subdue it without sustaining serious injuries," he thought, a shiver running down his spine. Nyx's abilities made it a lethal predator, perfectly suited for nocturnal ambushes and overwhelming force.

He was both impressed and relieved that he had managed to contract such a powerful creature without triggering its full wrath.

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Canna decided to ensure Nyx was well-integrated into his domain. He called for Mortem to heal the bear and instructed him to monitor Nyx closely. The bear's potential as an apex predator in his domain was immense, and Canna wanted to harness that strength effectively.

As Mortem worked on healing Nyx, Canna couldn't help but marvel at the bear's resilience and latent power. "You're going to be a formidable ally," he said softly, watching as the bear's wounds began to close. "With you on our side, our domain will be safer and stronger than ever." Continue your saga on m|v-l'e -NovelBin.net

Canna's mind was already working on strategies to utilize Nyx's abilities to their fullest. The bear's shadow skills would be invaluable for patrolling the darker areas of his domain, and its raw strength would deter any would-be invaders. More importantly, Nyx's presence would help balance the ecosystem, keeping other creatures in check and maintaining order.

Feeling a renewed sense of purpose, Canna left the domain to get some rest, eager to continue his journey and uncover more secrets. The addition of Nyx to his ranks had given him a powerful edge, and he was determined to make the most of it.

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Morning arrived, signaling the continuation of their discussions. A man arrived to announce that Kael and Canna were invited by the village chief for breakfast and to resume their talks.

Canna, needing no preparations, headed straight to the hut where breakfast was to be served. Ten minutes later, Kael joined him. "What took you so long?" Canna inquired.

"What? There wasn't any time stated, and do you think my hair doesn't need maintenance? You're the only one who doesn't care about your appearance when meeting other people. Look at you, you're still wearing the same thing from last night.

How many times have I told you that even though the Body Cleanse spell works well, you still need to present yourself nicely, especially when having a formal meeting with the village chief."

Canna was momentarily taken aback by Kael's words. He realized Kael was right; he had been so preoccupied with Nyx and strategizing on how to best utilize the bear that he had forgotten to change into more appropriate attire.

"Next time, then, Kael. Alright, let's go in." With that, they entered the hut, ready to continue their discussions.