Chapter 9: Chapter nine
### **Chapter Nine: The Hunt for the Sky**
Crow had seen the power of aerial combat firsthand during his time in the dungeon. The Wyvern's dominance in the sky, coupled with its fearsome fire breath, had shown him the potential of flying monsters. But he knew that to become truly unstoppable, he needed more creatures with the ability to take to the skies.
It had been two days since he sent out his weaker beasts to capture land-bound creatures. Today, Crow's goal was different. He would venture deeper into the forest and capture flying monsters—those with speed, agility, and devastating aerial abilities. With a growing army and an ever-expanding roster of beasts, Crow was prepared to take his first step toward controlling the skies.
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### **Crow's Preparations**
Before heading out, Crow carefully selected the beasts he would bring along. His **Wyvern** would be invaluable for the task. He also decided to bring along his **Shadow Panther** for stealth, as the shadowy creature would be able to scout the area undetected. Finally, he summoned his **Dire Wolves**—not to capture flying beasts, but to act as support on the ground and help with any land-based creatures that might attempt to intervene.
"Stay close and be ready. This time, we're going after aerial creatures," Crow murmured to his beasts. The **Wyvern** roared softly in response, while the **Shadow Panther** melted into the shadows.
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### **The Search Begins**
Crow and his team moved deeper into the forest, carefully avoiding any unnecessary encounters. His goal was clear—find flying monsters, and tame them.
After hours of searching, Crow spotted movement high in the sky. He squinted, spotting large wings fluttering above the canopy. His heart raced with anticipation. It wasn't just any flying creature—this one was majestic and dangerous. A **Gale Roc**, a giant bird of prey, circled above them, its wings slicing through the air with incredible speed.
"That's our target," Crow whispered, keeping his voice low. The **Gale Roc** was no easy target. It was a legendary bird known for its incredible speed and strength. If Crow could tame one, it would be an invaluable asset to his growing army.
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### **The Battle Begins**
Without hesitation, Crow commanded his **Wyvern** into the sky, launching the beast high into the air. The **Gale Roc** screeched and dove toward the **Wyvern**, its razor-sharp talons aimed directly at the dragon. The two beasts clashed in mid-air, their bodies swirling around each other, each attempting to land a lethal blow.
Crow's heart pounded in his chest. He couldn't afford to lose this opportunity. He summoned his **Shadow Panther** to create a distraction. The **Shadow Panther** leapt high into the air, blending with the shadows and striking with its deadly claws. It was a perfect diversion, forcing the **Gale Roc** to momentarily break off its attack on the **Wyvern**.
Seeing the opening, Crow focused all his energy. "Tame!" he shouted, sending a surge of mana through the **Tame** skill. The **Gale Roc** flinched, its powerful wings flapping as it tried to escape. But it was too late.
With a final push, Crow's will overcame the **Gale Roc**, and the creature's resistance crumbled. It was tamed.
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### **Crow's New Beast: Gale Roc**
**Name:** Gale Roc
**Level:** 40 (Legendary)
**HP:** 900/900
**MP:** 500/500
**Strength:** 150
**Agility:** 200
**Endurance:** 120
**Intelligence:** 90
**Mana:** 150
**Skills:**
- **Windstorm (Active):** Creates a violent storm of wind and debris, dealing damage to all enemies in its path.
- **Gale Dive (Active):** Dives at high speed to strike with its talons, causing massive damage to a single target.
- **Aerial Evasion (Passive):** Increases the evasion rate while in flight, making it harder for enemies to land a hit.
- **Sky's Dominance (Passive):** Increases damage dealt while airborne and reduces incoming damage while flying.
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### **Crow's Thoughts**
Crow stood, panting, as the **Gale Roc** landed gracefully before him. He had just captured a legendary beast, one that would provide him with a massive advantage in battle. The sheer power and speed of the **Gale Roc** would make it a vital asset for both aerial and ground combat.
"One down... many more to go," Crow muttered to himself. He was already thinking about his next target. The **Gale Roc** would help him, but he needed more flying beasts—more power in the sky.
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### **Crow's Stats:**
**Name:** Crow
**Class:** Beast Tamer
**Level:** 8
**HP:** 300/300
**MP:** 350/350
**Strength:** 40
**Agility:** 55
**Endurance:** 70
**Intelligence:** 130
**Mana:** 220
**Tamed Beasts:** 11
**Skills:**
- **Beast Storage (Legendary):** Store an infinite number of tamed beasts and call upon them at will.
- **Beast Enhancement:** Temporarily boosts the stats of all tamed beasts for a limited time.
- **Tame:** Allows for the subjugation and taming of beasts.
- **Beast Mastery:** Increases the bond and control over tamed beasts, allowing them to fight with greater coordination.
- **Tame + (Passive):** Increases the success rate of taming higher-level beasts by 40%.
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### **Tamed Beasts Stats:**
**1. Wyvern**
**Level:** 30
**HP:** 450/450
**MP:** 350/350
**Strength:** 100
**Agility:** 90
**Endurance:** 80
**Intelligence:** 70
**Mana:** 100
**Skills:**
- **Flame Breath (Active):** Unleashes a devastating stream of fire.
- **Aerial Dominance (Passive):** Increases mobility and evasion while flying.
- **Wing Slam (Active):** Slams opponents with its powerful wings, causing heavy damage and knocking them back.
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**2. Shadow Panther**
**Level:** 20 (Elite Legendary)
**HP:** 350/350
**MP:** 200/200
**Strength:** 80
**Agility:** 140
**Endurance:** 60
**Intelligence:** 50
**Mana:** 60
**Skills:**
- **Shadow Cloak (Active):** Temporarily becomes invisible, increasing evasion.
- **Night Hunter (Active):** Increased damage during night or in the dark.
- **Shadow Claws (Active):** Strikes with claws infused with shadow energy, causing devastating damage.
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**3. Gale Roc**
**Level:** 40 (Legendary)
**HP:** 900/900
**MP:** 500/500
**Strength:** 150
**Agility:** 200
**Endurance:** 120
**Intelligence:** 90
**Mana:** 150
**Skills:**
- **Windstorm (Active):** Creates a violent storm of wind and debris, dealing damage to all enemies in its path.
- **Gale Dive (Active):** Dives at high speed to strike with its talons, causing massive damage to a single target.
- **Aerial Evasion (Passive):** Increases the evasion rate while in flight, making it harder for enemies to land a hit.
- **Sky's Dominance (Passive):** Increases damage dealt while airborne and reduces incoming damage while flying.
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### **End of Chapter Nine**
Crow had successfully captured the **Gale Roc**, adding a powerful flying beast to his arsenal. His growing army now included creatures from the skies, and he knew that this would give him an edge in future battles. The hunt for more flying monsters was far from over, and Crow was eager to add even more beasts to his collection.