Beast tamer crow

Chapter Thirteen: The Earth Elemental Guardian's Secret

The arena was empty now, save for the remnants of battle. The roars of tamed beasts and the echo of spells cast in fury had faded, leaving only the faint hum of the magical barriers that once protected the fighters. Crow stood alone, the dust of the arena swirling around him, his eyes locked onto a new target—a creature that had been unnoticed in the chaos of battle.

The Earth Elemental Guardian.

The mighty being stood at the edge of the arena, its massive, hulking form made entirely of stone, dirt, and the raw power of the earth itself. Crow's focus was unwavering as he stared at the Guardian, aware that this was not just any ordinary creature. It was powerful, ancient, and perhaps even beyond his current ability to tame.

But Crow was no ordinary Beast Tamer, and he had learned much since entering this strange world. His beasts had become his strength, and now, he sought something even greater—a being whose power was so immense, it could rival even his most legendary tamed creatures.

The Earth Elemental Guardian seemed unaware of his presence, its eyes set on the horizon, seemingly lost in thought—or perhaps, a lack of thought at all. It was a creature of instinct, shaped from the very core of the planet, bound to the earth itself. But Crow wasn't deterred. He had seen how his beasts responded to him; he had the means to control, break, and tame even the most stubborn of creatures.

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Crow's Approach:

He took a step forward, his boots crunching softly against the gravel of the arena. He had learned to move with the silence of a shadow, and the Earth Elemental Guardian, caught in its natural state of neutrality, didn't notice the subtle shift in the air.

"I will tame you," Crow murmured to himself, the words filled with both determination and awe. He could feel the raw power radiating from the Guardian, a force of nature that had never known true submission.

He called upon his beasts, a signal to them to stay alert. The Fire Elemental Guardian and Ice Elemental Guardian were on standby, ready to support him if things went awry. The Wyvern flew overhead, surveying the landscape. Crow had already tamed many creatures, but this one was different. If he could break it, the Earth Elemental Guardian would be an incredible force to add to his ever-growing army.

He extended his hand, feeling the ground beneath him, channeling his will into the earth, trying to understand the essence of the Elemental Guardian.

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The Earth Elemental Guardian's Resistance:

The Guardian stirred, as if sensing Crow's intentions. Its body trembled slightly, and for a moment, its massive head turned toward Crow. The air grew heavy, thick with the energy of the earth, and Crow could feel the Guardian's presence pushing back against him, testing his resolve.

It was a strange feeling—no longer a simple battle between master and beast. It was as if the very nature of the Guardian was trying to force Crow out, to deny him the connection he sought.

The Earth Elemental Guardian was not just a beast; it was a force of nature. It was ancient, bound to the planet itself, and it would not bend easily.

But Crow had come prepared.

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Crow's Strategy:

He narrowed his eyes. He knew he couldn't overwhelm the Guardian with force alone. This was a test of will. He needed to find a way to break through its resistance without directly challenging its immense strength.

Crow took a deep breath and focused. His mind was sharp, calculating every move. "I'll tame you." He said again, his voice more confident this time.

He extended his energy outward, pushing against the Guardian's force. Slowly, the stone creature began to respond, its massive form shuddering. The ground rumbled beneath Crow's feet as the creature's movements grew more erratic, a subtle sign of resistance.

Crow didn't relent. He continued to push, calling upon his connection with the Fire Elemental Guardian and Ice Elemental Guardian, each sending their energy to him, fueling his own. The raw power of these beings flowed into him, amplifying his ability to tame. With each passing moment, Crow's will grew stronger.

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The Taming Process:

The Earth Elemental Guardian resisted, but it was not invincible. Crow had learned that the strongest creatures often had the deepest cracks in their hearts—cracks that only the right pressure could expose.

With a final burst of energy, Crow released the Beast Space Taming Technique, a skill that allowed him to bind the Guardian's will to his own. The earth beneath them cracked open as glowing chains of energy surged from the ground, wrapping around the Guardian's massive form.

The Earth Elemental Guardian let out a low, resonating rumble, its body twisting and contorting as the magical chains of submission bound it. It fought, but the strength of Crow's will was too much. Slowly, the stone creature's resistance began to fade, the cracks in its heart widening, allowing Crow to press his influence deeper.

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The Taming Success:

With a final, massive surge of energy, the Earth Elemental Guardian fell to its knees, its immense form shuddering as it let out a deep, resonant sigh. The glowing chains dissipated, and for the first time, the Guardian stood still, submitting to Crow's will.

The creature's once-vibrant eyes turned dull, the fire of resistance extinguished. It was done.

Crow stepped forward, his chest rising and falling with the exertion. His breath was steady as he approached the now-submissive Earth Elemental Guardian. He extended his hand, placing it gently against the Guardian's rocky chest.

"I have tamed you," Crow said, his voice calm, but filled with undeniable authority. The Guardian's form, though massive and made of stone, seemed to bow slightly to him in recognition.

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Crow's New Tamed Beast:

The Earth Elemental Guardian had been tamed, and Crow now held control over one of the most formidable creatures in the world. His army was growing, and with each new beast, he was becoming more unstoppable.

Earth Elemental Guardian

Level: 50 (Legendary)

HP: 1,200/1,200

MP: 500/500

Strength: 300

Agility: 40

Endurance: 350

Intelligence: 100

Mana: 200

Skills:

• Stone Skin (Active): Temporarily increases defense by hardening the skin, reducing incoming damage.

• Earthquake Slam (Active): Slams the ground, causing a shockwave that damages and knocks back enemies.

• Unyielding (Passive): Increases resistance to status effects and stuns.

• Rockform (Active): Temporarily transforms the body into solid stone, becoming immune to physical damage for a short time.

Crow looked at the Earth Elemental Guardian with a sense of triumph. "Now, we are unstoppable," he said quietly to himself.

The beast had been tamed, and Crow's power had grown even further. As he turned to leave the arena, he knew the path ahead would be filled with even greater challenges—but now, he had a force of nature at his side, ready to crush anything that stood in his way.

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End of Chapter Thirteen.