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AMBot | 01/13/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The episode picks up where the first one left off, with Rentt, an adventurer who has undergone an existential transformation into a ghoul. Rentt discovers that his transformation has enhanced his physical strength, agility, mana, spiritual energy, and divinity. He finds himself stronger than as a human and is capable of empowering not only himself but also his sword.
Rentt observes a human adventurer, Rina, from a distance. Although he longs to speak with her, he holds back, fearing that his ghoul-like appearance might frighten her. Rentt is familiar with most adventurers in Maalt and understands the dynamics of the adventurer community, including its rougher aspects.
In the dungeon, Rina encounters a skeleton and is startled when she meets Rentt, whom she initially mistakes for a hostile ghoul. Despite his appearance, Rentt communicates with her and reveals his identity as an adventurer named Rentt. He explains his unusual appearance, which stems from his death and subsequent revival as a ghoul. Rina realizes that Rentt is not hostile and thanks him for his help.
Rentt asks Rina for assistance in purchasing clothing so he can return to Maalt inconspicuously. Rina acknowledges that she is indebted to Rentt for saving her and agrees to help him. She selects a robe and other items that would effectively conceal Rentt’s ghastly appearance. Rentt is grateful for Rina’s care and tries on the clothing, deeming it suitable.
During their conversation, Rentt realizes he needs a mask to hide his face for his return to Maalt. Rina provides him with one, but it turns out to be cursed and sticks to his face. Although he attempts to remove it using his newfound divinity, the curse proves too strong.
Rentt and Rina set out for Maalt, using a less frequented gate to avoid drawing attention. As they approach the gate, they are questioned by soldiers. Rina quickly fabricates a story about Rentt’s mask being cursed and impossible to remove, explaining his unusual speech as the result of an injury. The soldiers believe her tale and let them pass.
Upon arriving in Maalt, Rentt parts ways with Rina, who is unaware of his departure. Rentt reflects on Rina’s potential as a capable adventurer and considers that he needs a human ally who can keep secrets. He decides to visit Lorraine, a contact with a past who is capable of safeguarding secrets. The episode ends with Rentt waking Lorraine, setting the stage for their interaction in the upcoming story.
Rentt observes a human adventurer, Rina, from a distance. Although he longs to speak with her, he holds back, fearing that his ghoul-like appearance might frighten her. Rentt is familiar with most adventurers in Maalt and understands the dynamics of the adventurer community, including its rougher aspects.
In the dungeon, Rina encounters a skeleton and is startled when she meets Rentt, whom she initially mistakes for a hostile ghoul. Despite his appearance, Rentt communicates with her and reveals his identity as an adventurer named Rentt. He explains his unusual appearance, which stems from his death and subsequent revival as a ghoul. Rina realizes that Rentt is not hostile and thanks him for his help.
Rentt asks Rina for assistance in purchasing clothing so he can return to Maalt inconspicuously. Rina acknowledges that she is indebted to Rentt for saving her and agrees to help him. She selects a robe and other items that would effectively conceal Rentt’s ghastly appearance. Rentt is grateful for Rina’s care and tries on the clothing, deeming it suitable.
During their conversation, Rentt realizes he needs a mask to hide his face for his return to Maalt. Rina provides him with one, but it turns out to be cursed and sticks to his face. Although he attempts to remove it using his newfound divinity, the curse proves too strong.
Rentt and Rina set out for Maalt, using a less frequented gate to avoid drawing attention. As they approach the gate, they are questioned by soldiers. Rina quickly fabricates a story about Rentt’s mask being cursed and impossible to remove, explaining his unusual speech as the result of an injury. The soldiers believe her tale and let them pass.
Upon arriving in Maalt, Rentt parts ways with Rina, who is unaware of his departure. Rentt reflects on Rina’s potential as a capable adventurer and considers that he needs a human ally who can keep secrets. He decides to visit Lorraine, a contact with a past who is capable of safeguarding secrets. The episode ends with Rentt waking Lorraine, setting the stage for their interaction in the upcoming story.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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