Ch. 2Hilo Province
Rog explored Hilo City, visited a tavern and local shops, and decided to focus on comprehending the Death Rule rather than join a mercenary group. After a year in seclusion, he had mastered about one-tenth of the Soul Ray and continued cultivating toward godhood.
- Rog visited Nature Tavern, where he recognized the half-elf proprietress Sarah and sensed that the bartender was a ninth-level warrior.
- Rog sampled the tavern’s fruit wine, then explored Hilo City’s blacksmiths and equipment shops for materials to make a Lightning Law weapon.
- Rog rejected the idea of joining a mercenary group and decided to focus on comprehending the Laws and Rules.
- Rog sold some spoils, bought magical materials, and later began cultivating in seclusion at a secluded manor.
- After a year, Rog comprehended the first part of the Death Rule, developing the Soul Ray as a powerful but spiritually limited Soul Attack.