Legendary Shelter Survival Guide

"Lucas, I want to talk to you about something."

Dinner had just ended, and Lucas was contemplating how to spend his night when he didn't need to sleep.

"It's alright, Jerry. Stuff happens," Lucas said to Jerry, who wore an embarrassed expression.

After reading the very emotions someone was feeling, it was harder to not tell whether the person was serious or not.

Although his emotions were in turmoil, Lucas could tell that the man was serious again.

"I'm sorry about what happened earlier. I was supposed to protect you as the tank, not the other way around. I just want to promise that a day like that won't come again," Jerry said, his face serious. Lucas smiled, patted Jerry's shoulder, and walked away from the conversation.

Lucas's plans were ready; now, he only needed to lay the foundation for others to follow and help advance the territory.

From that day, most of Lucas's time was spent completing dungeon stages.

The tasks were not always combat-oriented; some required him to complete simulations to pass the stage. Yet, nothing proved challenging enough for him. Since returning to the Plains of Amaeron, Lucas hadn't needed to exert himself fully.

Two days passed with this routine. During that time, the clay oven was already operational, and Lucas created many simple pottery utensils for everyday use.

He began experimenting with the durability of the pottery, applying the Rune of Unbreaking 1 to some pieces while leaving others without enchantments.

The blood in the tub had already spoiled, so Lucas used it to enrich the soil near Phil's farm, making it more fertile.

The next batch of blood was processed into powder using the oven. It was a tough task, but with Lucas's help, everyone managed to pull it off.

Lucas also crafted uncommon-grade glass bottles to store delicate ingredients such as blood powder.

On the night of the third day since Lucas began frequenting the dungeon, he reached the 40th stage.

At this stage, he finally felt the need to take the challenge seriously, facing a golem made of a hard metal.

The golem was tough to handle, its body harder than the swords Lucas wielded.

Ultimately, Lucas didn't need to go all out. He used his blacksmith's instincts, striking the golem repeatedly at specific points with the sword's hilt.

Within a minute, he managed to crack its defenses. Recognizing his opportunity, Lucas used brute force, repeatedly punching the same spot. The crack widened until, after a prolonged battle, he finally broke the golem apart.

With the 40th stage complete, Lucas stood alone in the dungeon, a small smile of accomplishment on his face.

"You have completed all 40 stages of the dungeon as outlined in the deal. Congratulations," a robotic, monotone voice announced from the room.
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"Thanks. It got interesting from the 35th stage onward. My only regret is not bringing my people here to train when it was easier," Lucas said, shaking his head. Only after completing the important task did he realize he had done everything alone once more.

"It was never easy, Lucas Garde. Some of the stages were on par with the virus outbreak you faced. But that is to be expected; this time in the Plains of Amaeron always brings strong individuals," the Overseer's voice echoed.

Lucas fell silent at the Overseer's words.

A minute of silence passed before Lucas spoke. "Can you tell me what happened before we came here? The world seems young. The trees are hundreds of years old, but the herbs and magical plants that hold any treasure are relatively young. It doesn't add up."

Another pause followed, but Lucas waited patiently for an answer. With the stages completed, he had achieved one of his biggest missions.

"As much as I wish to tell you, I am afraid I cannot. You must grow stronger to earn the privilege of having your questions answered, Lucas Garde."

"I will do my best, Overseer," Lucas replied.

"I will now bestow your reward for fulfilling the deal," the robotic voice intoned.

Lucas watched as a teleportation circle in the center of the 40th room illuminated. Suddenly, a small metallic box appeared.

Lucas walked toward it, crouching down as the lid opened on its own when he reached out.

Inside the box was a single piece of old paper.

Lucas smiled in nostalgia and carefully took the paper out.

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Teleportation Circle

Epic

This skill grants the user the ability to create teleportation circles. At Level 1, the skill enables the creation of small teleportation circles, with each level-up increasing the range.

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[Would you like to learn the skill 'Teleportation Circle'? YES / NO]

Lucas smiled and did not touch the 'YES' option. Instead, he tore the paper in two.

As he did, the paper glowed and disintegrated into thin particles, merging with the surrounding atmosphere.

[Skill 'Teleportation (Level 1)' acquired]

As soon as the message appeared, Lucas felt lightheaded. Anticipating the pain that followed, he sat cross-legged on the ground and closed his eyes.

Knowledge of basic teleportation techniques embedded itself in his mind, and Lucas absorbed it eagerly.

Five minutes passed. Lucas remained in the same position, his face serene while his mind raced with newfound knowledge.

A few minutes later, Lucas opened his eyes, and they immediately settled on the teleportation circle in the center.

"I can understand this circle somewhat now… but its complexity shows just how proficient your skills are, Overseer. You truly are a master of the dungeon."

"I am not the master of the dungeon; I am the dungeon. You now possess the lowest level of the same skill I wield, and if used wisely, the feats you can achieve are boundless, Lucas Garde," the Overseer's voice resonated.

Lucas had heard many praises during the 15 years he spent in that quest world, yet a simple compliment from the very Overseer of a dungeon sent goosebumps across his skin.

"Thank you for the kind words, Overseer. I will do my best."

"I know you will. Would you like to continue with the stages?" the Overseer inquired.

"Not at the moment, but would you be open to making another deal?" Lucas asked. Now that he knew obtaining specific skills or items through deals was possible, he couldn't just stop after one deal yielding random, potentially useful items.

"I need to know the contents of the deal first, Lucas Garde," the Overseer responded.