My Skeleton Soldier Is Strange - Chapter 105

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Chapter 105
I gripped the steel staff infused with newfound power, ascending toward the peak of the Valley. The weapon radiating dark energy transmitted an overwhelming force through my palm, and my blood surged with the exhilarating tremor that rose from within my core.
A colossal shadow loomed atop the towering cliff. The massive Undead Centipede that Arulan had summoned glowered down at me, its bloodshot eyes blazing with malice. The terrifying aura was so intense that even the air seemed to freeze.
Without hesitation, I raised the steel staff. My gaze locked onto the creature with the fierce light of challenge. The desire to test this newfound power burned within me, and the Undead Centipede was the perfect prey.
Boom!
I lunged at the Undead Centipede, swinging the steel staff with all my might. The weapon carved through the air with a chilling edge, yet the colossal creature proved unexpectedly agile. It launched itself forward with remarkable speed, using dozens of legs to evade.
—Screeeech!
The Undead Centipede slipped past the sweeping arc of my staff and seized the opportunity to counterattack. Crimson venom sprayed from between its gleaming fangs. A torrent of deadly poison, potent enough to dissolve air itself, shot toward me.
I rolled to the side, narrowly dodging the toxic stream. Where the venom struck the ground, it seared through the earth, leaving a scarlet crater. Before I could even register the destructive power of the corrosive poison, the massive centipede charged.
Growwwl—!
I refused to yield. The steel staff erupted upward like lightning, striking the creature’s flank. Blue brilliance exploded through its chitinous exoskeleton. The beast shrieked and convulsed.
Crash—! Crash—!
Yet the wounded colossus refused to fall easily. Its front legs lashed out in a frenzy of madness. Sharp appendages sliced through empty air as I dodged the swinging staff.
We clashed relentlessly—dodging, cutting, striking, defending. My movements were restrained yet purposeful, each gap exploited with lethal precision. A breathtaking melee unfolded.
Thud—! Thud—!
The Undead Centipede’s bloodied legs severed and fell away. Blue flames flickered across the severed flesh. The creature’s body trembled in agony, yet the battle was far from over.
—Hisssssss—!
A furious wail erupted as the monster unleashed a torrent of deadly venom. Crimson poison cascaded across the landscape. I moved like lightning to evade, my steel staff cutting through the dissolving earth as I soared upward.
Whoosh—!
A brilliant blue arc of light decapitated the Undead Centipede. Steel rang out as green ichor sprayed in all directions. The massive body collapsed lifelessly. Victory, at last, was mine.
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After subduing the giant centipede with my steel staff, I concluded my adventure in the Valley. In my hand lay the medicinal herb that Valerot had longed for. As I gazed upon the herb radiating blue vitality, joy kindled within me. A smile bloomed across my lips—the satisfaction of a hard-won triumph.
Thump—thump—thump—thump—
My heavy footsteps echoed as I made my way to Valerot’s Workshop. Climbing the stone Staircase, I paused before the grand door to catch my breath. Before I could even knock, it swung open, revealing Valerot’s radiant figure.
“Here is the medicinal herb.”
Valerot’s eyes widened as I presented the herb. The glowing blue plant was firmly grasped in her golden hands. The alchemist’s eyes sparkled with excitement as she held the material she had dreamed of.
“Thank you so much.”
Her gratitude was sincere, and her crimson lips curved into a radiant smile. The warmth in her gentle voice filled my chest with pride. It was a small blessing for a warrior who had willingly accepted such a difficult request. I couldn’t help but smile back at Valerot’s luminous expression.
Whoosh—
My gaze drifted past her into the Workshop. The sight beyond the doorway was nothing short of miraculous. The vast space, spanning nearly 2,500 square feet, served as Valerot’s workplace. Colorful alchemical tools and mysterious machines filled the area in overwhelming abundance.
Buzz—buzz—buzz—buzz—
‘It’s become far more intricate than before.’
Red gemstones drifted through the air, suspended across the ceiling. The aura emanating from the mana-infused artifacts permeated the entire space. Golden spinning wheels lined the floor, from which unnamed solutions bubbled forth. Mysterious smoke in deep, otherworldly hues rose and painted the air.
—Whooooom… whooooom… A massive furnace covering one entire wall blazed with blue flames. The scorching heat from the dancing blue tongues warmed the Workshop intensely. Metals of every color melted within the inferno. The furnace, infused with the passion of genius, was itself a work of art.
“Since I’ve retrieved the medicinal herb, allow me to repay you.”
“How so?”
“If there’s anything you desire, tell me. I’ll do my best to grant it.”
“Hmm….”
I stroked my chin thoughtfully at Valerot’s offer, contemplating what would be the wisest choice to request from her.
‘Growing stronger would be ideal, but….’
I was already advancing through the Steel Staff, but I wanted to elevate Arulan, Dercan, and the Undead into formidable beings as well. It seemed there would be limits to relying solely on wielding the staff myself indefinitely.
“I wish to strengthen the Undead Legion.”
“Pardon?”
“Showing you directly would be faster than explaining. Let’s go to a secluded place where no players venture.”
So I decided to show Valerot how I had expanded my power.
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Deep within a desolate mountain where no players ever tread.
I moved through the terrain with Valerot at my side.
Clop… clop.
Arulan accompanied us as well—the Undead Skeleton Soldier I had summoned, staff in hand, followed silently behind.
Whoosh.
When we reached the widest central area of the mountain, Arulan surged past us and moved forward.
Shiiiiik—
As Arulan raised his hand, the sky began to darken progressively. Shadows descended like gathering storm clouds, and midday swiftly transformed into midnight. Within the suffocating darkness, a crimson moon emerged between the clouds.
Uuuoong—
A desolate wind that stole the essence of life swept across the forest. A chilling cold crept down my spine. Eerie energy erupted from the prayer beads wound around Arulan’s waist. A bone-chilling incantation summoning forbidden power reverberated through the air.
Shwoooosh—
Space itself began to warp. The earth bubbled and convulsed, splitting open to reveal blackened teeth. Like the lid of a decayed coffin creaking open, the ground groaned as it yawned wide with the mouth of death. Through the fissures, crimson mist billowed forth, engulfing everything.
Uuuuoong—
A ghastly roar echoed through the air. Growls rumbled from beneath the fractured earth. Heavy footsteps of massive creatures crawling up from Sphinx’s Tomb. The wails of the Undead, defying even death itself, made the forest tremble.
Boom— Boom—
Colossal shadows pierced through the crimson mist. Undead bears drenched in black blood. Their snarling forms, radiating eerie power, were as unsettling as nightmares made manifest. The sound of their howls, exposing shattered fangs, was terror incarnate.
Shiiiiik—
White skeletons erupting from the earth. Packs of wolves with bloodshot eyes blazing with murderous intent. Ghastly white bones snarled and filled the forest. Undead wolves circled around us, their razor-sharp fangs glinting. The hunger for prey from their former lives burned in their exposed eyes—pure terror.
Thud— Thud—
Dozens upon dozens of Undead Legion covered the earth. Eyes gleaming crimson in the darkness that obscured the sky. Gazes burning with ravenous madness, like terrified beasts eyeing their prey. The creatures awakened from death prowled, thirsting for slaughter.
Clop… clop…. The forest was blanketed with corpses. In the desolate space where life had vanished, Valerot and I held our breath. The alchemist’s eyes widened in shock, her lips trembling with astonishment. Frozen by terror, she couldn’t even bring herself to move.
The forest vibrated with chilling bloodlust. Upon the earth shrouded in ominous energy, the Undead Legion roared. Their howling cries were the very thirst for vengeance. Monsters resurrected by Arulan’s power. The frenzied gazes they cast foretold the bloodbath that would soon unfold.
Growl… snarl… Dozens of teeth and claws glinted as if tearing through flesh. Reeking of blood, the Undead advanced toward their prey with heavy strides. In the darkness, they appeared as harbingers of death itself. Valerot trembled in fear, stepping back. Her vision was filled with nothing but monsters crawling forth from the depths of hell.
“Don’t worry.”
I spoke as I observed Valerot’s reaction.
“They’re all my subordinates. More precisely, they’re creatures commanded by Arulan… but since I’m their master, they’re my subordinates as well.”
There was pride in my voice regarding Arulan’s abilities.
“These are merely the tip of the iceberg. I could summon far more Undead. I’m simply restraining myself because doing so here would likely mark me as a target for extermination.”
“Hmm. I can certainly see how that would invite misunderstanding.”
Valerot nodded at my explanation. It was entirely reasonable.
“Phew….”
Valerot exhaled softly.
Now she understood why I had requested the strengthening of the Undead.
And so she responded.
“I understand. I’ll help you.”
She was agreeing to assist me with this matter.

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