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Yes, Kenshiro can barely handle more than a few hyenas at a time. And even two spiders are more dangerous than a scorpion.

Kenshiro has three attacks, each dealing 450 total damage. There aren't any special defenses or resistances among them, except for the lamias. He should be able to take down tough opponents like the scorpion with ease. However, if there are two scorpions, that could be a problem. But lamias, groups of spiders, and hordes of hyenas are a bit more challenging, yes.

One Lamia is still manageable, as it has a mental shield. But a spider can send a unit into a permanent stun with its first move.

If even one attack fails, will a successful hit from the scorpion kill the brave samurai, ending his life?

Just so you know, it’s a melee cocoon.

Of our characters, only Klin can survive a scorpion's attack, but even he only does so thanks to the sword's passive ability.

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One Lamia is still manageable, as it has mental resistance. But a spider can send you into a permanent stun with its first move.

They also have elemental magic with decent damage. Alaria might be able to survive, as she has 300 HP and elemental resistances, but Kenichiro can easily be defeated by a single lightning strike. And I won't even talk about flight magic – it will counter any of us without fail.

I need a second survival quest for 2k experience...

Alright, let's go to Ugall then, since we still need to level up a lot before we can tackle the arena.

Yeah, I wouldn't go there without some survival gear either. I could probably survive the first scorpion attack after getting a little bit of HP, but it definitely wouldn't have been my lucky day. And even then, the odds wouldn't have been in my favor. x)

- But what kind of magic did you use? I haven't seen anything like it among the locals, and since you're not from these parts (country, not world), just like some of the Carneolians, it seems you were trained somewhere else. And I'm curious, is it possible to learn the same techniques that you use? If we had such abilities, then in our next encounter with another "Victor," we would have a better chance of defeating him, and consequently, reduce the risk of a fatal outcome.

- No, not at all. I am not capable of magic. If you frame the question in that way, then our opponent was struck by the divine punishment of the Kami-sama, and I played the role of a "medium" to carry it out. It's just a spiritual practice common in my homeland. I am a woman of faith, like you can find in your own church, even if for many locals I may seem like nothing more than a "talisman seller." As you understand, the question of religious life principles is not something you can "learn," as if you were memorizing a magical formula from a textbook. It requires a heart, and you need to dedicate your whole life to it. And besides... Even if you decided to embark on this path – which would be a very noble endeavor on your part – I'm afraid that... these spiritual practices would not suit you. They are intended for women. Simply because of tradition, as well as the fact that they are better able to feel the connection with the divine. I apologize, Merel-dono," the miko said slightly guiltily, then added. "But! If you want to learn more about the Kami and get acquainted with our spiritual culture, which will fill your heart with happiness and new colors, then I invite you to my sanctuary! It's true, it's still under construction. But when it's ready, I'll let you know.

The next morning, the southern group arrives at Ugal's luxurious mansion.


— Adventurers? — After receiving confirmation from the servant, the owner of the house got straight to the point without unnecessary introductions. — Are you up for it? 800 gold + travel expenses.

And Strauss kept crawling through the forest, lost in his own thoughts...

Oh, Ayko did ask about him... He's not on the list of the dead either, so everything seems to be alright.

In "The Young Drowned Woman," after everyone had gathered, the Mole Queen took the floor:
-- Dear gentlemen and beautiful ladies of Carneol, and our dear comrade... I am glad to see you all here. I have only recently met you all, but I am glad for this acquaintance. You are all examples of perseverance and determination, and a willingness to become better by overcoming difficulties. You all know how to assess risks, how to act in concert, how to be brave when necessary... And in general, to work in our field, you simply can't do without courage.

-- Know that I value you all. Both the fighters on the invisible front and the fighters on the visible front; without each of you, Carneol would not be what it is. It's a pity that one of our fighters is not present here.

"I hope that the investment in Miss Beata and Mr. Gion will pay off for us later, but what can we do, they also got into trouble in a foolish way. That's life... If their morale is high next time, and without any prisons, we'll fight again."

...and then Viktor enters the "Young Drowned Woman" tavern...

One of the following days, Viktor Loss enters into secret service to the princess. 

Savings: 1700 rem Experience: 2515 HP: 500 Diseases: None Injuries: None Curses: None Traits: The character knows the Calcitus language.

Origin: Margel An artifact can be chosen at your discretion, but in that case you will have to describe that it was granted by the emperor for certain merits (for long and effective service in the city guard). Conviction:  Patronage of Terron +25% to affinity (earth), +50% to health. Profession: Soldier Skills: Combat Training  - The character can "step over" allies.  - The character can swap places with an ally on an adjacent tile. - The character can move diagonally (costs 1.5 SP) - The character is trained in horseback riding.  - Sprint: the character doubles their SP until the end of the turn, but cannot perform other actions this turn. Cooldown: 2 turns. - Roll: the character gains immunity to targeted actions until the start of the next turn. Cooldown: 3 turns.  - Wait: the character can lower their initiative before the start of their turn to a desired value. Leadership - Characters under the character's command may gain an extra turn; the chance depends on the commander's charisma.  Imperial Fencing - The character can parry enemy attacks in melee combat. The chance equals the character's accuracy*2 WITHOUT accounting for weapon accuracy.  - A successful dodge or parry allows the character to make a counterattack. - In one-on-one combat, the character gains +20% to accuracy and dodge, and their attack is doubled.  Unique Abilities - Dismemberment (passive): the character's melee attacks deal an additional 100% damage equal to the enemy's maximum health. After healing, a character struck down by Viktor receives not one injury, but five.  - Decapitation. If it hits, it kills the character with no possibility of healing. Cooldown: 1 turn.  - Mentorship In exchange for 1 AP, a character under Viktor's guidance gains 80 units of experience. For each use of mentorship, Viktor himself also gains 40 units of experience.  - Training In exchange for 1 AP, a character training with Viktor gains +0.5 to strength, +0.5 to endurance, +0.5 to dexterity, or +0.5 to speed at random. For each use of training, Viktor himself also gains +0.25 to the same attribute. Path of Kalentia Attributes Strength 50 Endurance 52 Perception 15 (20) Dexterity 25 (30) Luck 0 Spirit 10 Intellect 13 Speed 25 Faith 0 Beauty 19 Charisma 16 Parameters Attack: 500 Health: 520 (780) Accuracy: +15% (25%) Dodge: 25% (30%) Crit chance: 0% Will: 10 (HP: 30) Spell points: 3 Spell power: 130 Experience: +26% Initiative: 25 SP: 5 (7) Virtue: 0 Action points: 3 Affinity Earth: 25%

Equipment Weapon 1: Justice Damage: 66% Accuracy: 66% Damage from prisoners, bandits, etc. is twice as low. Will checks of prisoners, bandits, etc. are twice as low.  Accuracy and dodge of prisoners, bandits, etc. -10%. Enchanted by Orros Sunderstrke: cannot be destroyed.  Enchanted by Nirah: cannot be lost.  Crit: restores the character's health and removes negative effects.  Weapon 2: Dagger of Silence Damage: 30% Accuracy: 70% Attacks from stealth deal lethal damage; the character does not lose the stealth effect.  Crit: extra turn if the enemy was killed.  Head: - Body: garb of silence +5 to dexterity, +5 to perception. Shoulders: cloak of silence The character is invisible to the enemy.  Stealth check: character's dexterity*2 vs. enemy's perception.  The character can spend a turn to restore the stealth status.  Hands: gloves of silence. +5% to accuracy.  Footwear: Splendid Desert Boots Protect from death in quicksand. You can choose which item to "lose" (items of the same type disappear together). Accessory 1: amulet of silence +20 to protective will checks.  Accessory 2: comfortable belt An additional "other" slot.  Other 1: Flawless Topaz Other 2: Flawless Emerald Other 3: Flawless Amethyst x3 Other 4: Throwing Knife x30 Damage: 40% Accuracy: 60% Causes a bleeding effect. Crit: damage is doubled. Slot: other. Range: 8 Inventory Captain's identification of the Margel guard. The character is vested with high authority (does not work, kept as a memento).  Map of Calcitus boots of silence SP +2, outside of combat the character does not attract attention if they have no eye contact with a potential enemy.  Magic cloak If all party members wear such a cloak, the group does not lose a day during a sandstorm. Sunscreen ring During travel, clear weather does not force spending twice as much provisions.  Calcitus language textbook Requires 6 AP to study (3 with a historian).

/ Ah, we missed out on such a great fighter. /

Victor on NG+

"Eternal glory! For the Emperor and the Empire!" exclaimed Keliandra. "We will establish peace and order in the capital!" After delivering a short speech, which sounded more like the pronouncements of a guard or a sentinel than a mercenary, the Lunarian pondered: who exactly is this Purian? Keliandra was beginning to think that Naria was ruling the country single-handedly. But she does have a father! And perhaps, horror of horrors, even a mother! And at least a sister or sisters... Where are all these people hiding? But no, a guard cannot think like that. A guard is straightforward. The Imperial family, and that's it. Glory to the Imperial family! Not bad, I must admit. The main thing is not to ask Ayko how much it cost. A true guard should use the budget rationally, and not spend it on occasional treats. And in general, galette and water are the best food! A guard should not eat all sorts of marine junk. But since the captain is treating, it's okay.

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Victor is so tough that, having lost his source of power, he became stronger than he was. Ah, now that's what I call a character... I'd sell Keliandra to a brothel for the chance to play as Victor. Exactly like this Victor.