Chapter 43
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Chapter 43
Three people sat inside a concealment formation. They had to wait around for an unknown length of time, and what was worse was that they couldnt cultivate while doing so. Not without potentially compromising the formation. Anton's eyes continually scanned the area around them, but didnt reveal much of anything new. The area was quite sparse of any creatures larger than an insect, however. No birds set down near them- even outside the concealment formation. That lent something to the theory that the underwater den belonged to the creature.
On a hunt it wasnt strange to wait for a few hours. Hoyt, however, was growing impatient. Should we just go in the den? It might be in there and we just cant sense it.
Catarina formed a response before Anton could reply. Our inability to sense it would indicate a greater danger. Its den is strange.
We should wait until evening, at least, Anton said. Whether coming or going, there should be movement by that time.
The first thing Anton noticed were swirls of blood in the water, flowing from upstream. As his eyes followed them, he saw the carcass of a boar floating- and a creature underneath it in the water. There it is, he whispered to the others. It would be best to fight it out of the water, if we can. Or on the edge, if we can coax it there. He could sense the energy swirling around it. A true magical beast. The energy wasnt too concerning, but it was nearly enough to match Hoyt. He was at the peak of the sixth star, not quite the seventh, but what other features the magical beast had would be more relevant than a direct comparison of power.
Want me to be bait? Hoyt asked. I can go near the river, but not too close.
The concealment formation was only ten meters from the rivers edge, so he wouldnt be too far away from the others. Catarina nodded, I can quickly assist from there. And Anton
I can cover you as far as the other side of the river, if necessary. But preferably you wouldnt go that far.
Not planning to get into the river at all, Hoyt nodded. Alright then, get ready.
Hoyt walked out of the concealment formation. Anyone looking might have seen him suddenly appear, or maybe even have the hazy idea that they could see something in the forest behind him. The creature they were hunting was in the water, and wouldnt easily see that. Hoyt moved forward, then chucked a stick into the river, creating a splash.
I can keep things away, Catarina said. Or I can try to remove the poison.
I can do it, Hoyt said. But perhaps some guidance on energy usage? And maybe an energy gathering formation?
Anton smiled. Hoyt was tempering the organs in his torso. Several of them dealt with removing toxins in the bloodstream in one fashion or another. It was a perfect situation to make use of. Though Hoyt sat down stiffly, his energy was still vigorous.
Anton began to guide Hoyt in removing the poison. Hoyt managed to pull out some of the poison still in the wound, but the rest was firmly in his bloodstream. For that, Anton showed how he would circulate his energy to Hoyt, though mostly he provided moral support. Catarina was providing some energy with a quick formation, which helped more and soon energy was swirling around Hoyt.
When Hoyt opened his eyes, Anton smiled. Congratulations. Youve reached the seventh star.
Hoyt half grinned, though it was clear his body was still feeling a bit weak. The Order certainly cautions against putting yourself in dangerous situations to cultivate, but its quite helpful, isnt it?
Good for a bit of a boost, anyway. Though I think the experience will last for some time beyond now.
If nothing else, Hoyt said, I got practice fighting a creature with very different movement than anything before. If we had been in the water he shook his head. Im not sure how that would have gone.
Perhaps we should train in the water, Anton suggested, After we make sure there arent any more in that den, or throughout the area.
Catarina looked over towards it. I can sort of see it now. I think it had a concealment formation. Not a complex one, but I wasnt expecting it so I didnt notice it. Sometimes, magical beasts will instinctively arrange simple formations like that but Ive only seen the magical beasts you have. None of the others did that. I think these also concealed their tracks from when they were on land.
Anton sighed, Magical beasts using formations? Unpleasant. Though these were mutated magical beasts. Ive heard of creatures similar to these before though perhaps without the fangs, if what I heard was right. I dont believe theyre native to the region. We should inform the Order. Helmfirth Rill should be able to send them a message, if we dont think its urgent.
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Chapter 43
Three people sat inside a concealment formation. They had to wait around for an unknown length of time, and what was worse was that they couldnt cultivate while doing so. Not without potentially compromising the formation. Anton's eyes continually scanned the area around them, but didnt reveal much of anything new. The area was quite sparse of any creatures larger than an insect, however. No birds set down near them- even outside the concealment formation. That lent something to the theory that the underwater den belonged to the creature.
On a hunt it wasnt strange to wait for a few hours. Hoyt, however, was growing impatient. Should we just go in the den? It might be in there and we just cant sense it.
Catarina formed a response before Anton could reply. Our inability to sense it would indicate a greater danger. Its den is strange.
We should wait until evening, at least, Anton said. Whether coming or going, there should be movement by that time.
The first thing Anton noticed were swirls of blood in the water, flowing from upstream. As his eyes followed them, he saw the carcass of a boar floating- and a creature underneath it in the water. There it is, he whispered to the others. It would be best to fight it out of the water, if we can. Or on the edge, if we can coax it there. He could sense the energy swirling around it. A true magical beast. The energy wasnt too concerning, but it was nearly enough to match Hoyt. He was at the peak of the sixth star, not quite the seventh, but what other features the magical beast had would be more relevant than a direct comparison of power.
Want me to be bait? Hoyt asked. I can go near the river, but not too close.
The concealment formation was only ten meters from the rivers edge, so he wouldnt be too far away from the others. Catarina nodded, I can quickly assist from there. And Anton
I can cover you as far as the other side of the river, if necessary. But preferably you wouldnt go that far.
Not planning to get into the river at all, Hoyt nodded. Alright then, get ready.
Hoyt walked out of the concealment formation. Anyone looking might have seen him suddenly appear, or maybe even have the hazy idea that they could see something in the forest behind him. The creature they were hunting was in the water, and wouldnt easily see that. Hoyt moved forward, then chucked a stick into the river, creating a splash.
I can keep things away, Catarina said. Or I can try to remove the poison.
I can do it, Hoyt said. But perhaps some guidance on energy usage? And maybe an energy gathering formation?
Anton smiled. Hoyt was tempering the organs in his torso. Several of them dealt with removing toxins in the bloodstream in one fashion or another. It was a perfect situation to make use of. Though Hoyt sat down stiffly, his energy was still vigorous.
Anton began to guide Hoyt in removing the poison. Hoyt managed to pull out some of the poison still in the wound, but the rest was firmly in his bloodstream. For that, Anton showed how he would circulate his energy to Hoyt, though mostly he provided moral support. Catarina was providing some energy with a quick formation, which helped more and soon energy was swirling around Hoyt.
When Hoyt opened his eyes, Anton smiled. Congratulations. Youve reached the seventh star.
Hoyt half grinned, though it was clear his body was still feeling a bit weak. The Order certainly cautions against putting yourself in dangerous situations to cultivate, but its quite helpful, isnt it?
Good for a bit of a boost, anyway. Though I think the experience will last for some time beyond now.
If nothing else, Hoyt said, I got practice fighting a creature with very different movement than anything before. If we had been in the water he shook his head. Im not sure how that would have gone.
Perhaps we should train in the water, Anton suggested, After we make sure there arent any more in that den, or throughout the area.
Catarina looked over towards it. I can sort of see it now. I think it had a concealment formation. Not a complex one, but I wasnt expecting it so I didnt notice it. Sometimes, magical beasts will instinctively arrange simple formations like that but Ive only seen the magical beasts you have. None of the others did that. I think these also concealed their tracks from when they were on land.
Anton sighed, Magical beasts using formations? Unpleasant. Though these were mutated magical beasts. Ive heard of creatures similar to these before though perhaps without the fangs, if what I heard was right. I dont believe theyre native to the region. We should inform the Order. Helmfirth Rill should be able to send them a message, if we dont think its urgent.
Chapter 43Three people sat inside a concealment formation. They had to wait around for an unknown length of time, and what was worse was that they couldnt cultivate while doing so. Not without potentially compromising the formation. Anton's eyes continually scanned the area around them, but didnt reveal much of anything new. The area was quite sparse of any creatures larger than an insect, however. No birds set down near them- even outside the concealment formation. That lent something to the theory that the underwater den belonged to the creature. On a hunt it wasnt strange to wait for a few hours. Hoyt, however, was growing impatient. Should we just go in the den? It might be in there and we just cant sense it.Catarina formed a response before Anton could reply. Our inability to sense it would indicate a greater danger. Its den is strange.We should wait until evening, at least, Anton said. Whether coming or going, there should be movement by that time.The first thing Anton noticed were swirls of blood in the water, flowing from upstream. As his eyes followed them, he saw the carcass of a boar floating- and a creature underneath it in the water. There it is, he whispered to the others. It would be best to fight it out of the water, if we can. Or on the edge, if we can coax it there. He could sense the energy swirling around it. A true magical beast. The energy wasnt too concerning, but it was nearly enough to match Hoyt. He was at the peak of the sixth star, not quite the seventh, but what other features the magical beast had would be more relevant than a direct comparison of power.Want me to be bait? Hoyt asked. I can go near the river, but not too close.The concealment formation was only ten meters from the rivers edge, so he wouldnt be too far away from the others. Catarina nodded, I can quickly assist from there. And AntonI can cover you as far as the other side of the river, if necessary. But preferably you wouldnt go that far.Not planning to get into the river at all, Hoyt nodded. Alright then, get ready.Hoyt walked out of the concealment formation. Anyone looking might have seen him suddenly appear, or maybe even have the hazy idea that they could see something in the forest behind him. The creature they were hunting was in the water, and wouldnt easily see that. Hoyt moved forward, then chucked a stick into the river, creating a splash.I can keep things away, Catarina said. Or I can try to remove the poison.I can do it, Hoyt said. But perhaps some guidance on energy usage? And maybe an energy gathering formation?Anton smiled. Hoyt was tempering the organs in his torso. Several of them dealt with removing toxins in the bloodstream in one fashion or another. It was a perfect situation to make use of. Though Hoyt sat down stiffly, his energy was still vigorous.Anton began to guide Hoyt in removing the poison. Hoyt managed to pull out some of the poison still in the wound, but the rest was firmly in his bloodstream. For that, Anton showed how he would circulate his energy to Hoyt, though mostly he provided moral support. Catarina was providing some energy with a quick formation, which helped more and soon energy was swirling around Hoyt.When Hoyt opened his eyes, Anton smiled. Congratulations. Youve reached the seventh star.Hoyt half grinned, though it was clear his body was still feeling a bit weak. The Order certainly cautions against putting yourself in dangerous situations to cultivate, but its quite helpful, isnt it?Good for a bit of a boost, anyway. Though I think the experience will last for some time beyond now.If nothing else, Hoyt said, I got practice fighting a creature with very different movement than anything before. If we had been in the water he shook his head. Im not sure how that would have gone.Perhaps we should train in the water, Anton suggested, After we make sure there arent any more in that den, or throughout the area.Catarina looked over towards it. I can sort of see it now. I think it had a concealment formation. Not a complex one, but I wasnt expecting it so I didnt notice it. Sometimes, magical beasts will instinctively arrange simple formations like that but Ive only seen the magical beasts you have. None of the others did that. I think these also concealed their tracks from when they were on land.Anton sighed, Magical beasts using formations? Unpleasant. Though these were mutated magical beasts. Ive heard of creatures similar to these before though perhaps without the fangs, if what I heard was right. I dont believe theyre native to the region. We should inform the Order. Helmfirth Rill should be able to send them a message, if we dont think its urgent.
