Chapter 16: The Goblin Champion
When the female beastman, Kara Westhallow, stepped forward, Fate immediately felt it—
A wild, untamed presence radiating from her.
"It looks like it's my turn now," Kara said, a sharp grin spreading across her face.
She cracked her neck slightly and continued,
"Hope this doesn't bore me… hehehe."
Several students nearby instinctively looked away, deliberately avoiding eye contact with her.
Fate noticed their reactions and leaned toward Kyle, whispering.
"Hey, Kyle… why does it look like this student caused trouble before?"
Kyle glanced at Kara and answered quietly.
"It's because she beat someone up during the Entrance Ceremony."
Fate blinked.
"She beat someone?"
He frowned slightly.
"There must've been a reason."
Kyle sighed.
"You're right. There was a reason."
He continued explaining.
"She was being flirted with by some second-year students."
Fate paused.
"…Damn," he muttered.
"That must've been embarrassing for those second-years."
Kyle chuckled, and Fate joined in.
"Alright," Professor Sirius called out.
"Prepare yourself now, Kara."
"On it, Professor," Kara replied confidently.
She took her stance as the cage began to open.
At that moment, Fate's eyes narrowed.
(This is perfect…)
He activated his Unique Skill.
(This is a perfect opportunity to use my Unique Skill: Memory of the World — Record.)
(Memory of the World: Record)
A System Window appeared.
[Proceeding to use ability: Record]
[Recording target: Kara Westhallow]
[0%… 5%… 10%… 15%…]
As the recording continued, Kara charged into battle.
She moved swiftly, drawing her bow and activating her skill.
Swift Wind Steps
Swift Wind Steps
Rarity: Rare
– Grants the user speed and agility akin to the wind.
– When moving along wind currents, movement speed is doubled.
Kara circled the goblin effortlessly, her movements fluid and sharp.
At the same time, she fired multiple arrows.
Each arrow struck with precision—targeting joints, muscles, and pressure points.
Before anyone fully realized it—
The fight was already over.
The goblin's body began to disintegrate into particles of light.
The System notified Fate.
[Recording completed]
[Available skills that can be copied:]
• Swift Wind Steps (Mobility Type)
• Wild Spirit (Enhancer Type)
• Bow Mastery (Passive Skill)
Fate stared at the options, thinking carefully.
(I already have offense…)
(And I already have defense…)
"What I truly need…" he muttered inwardly,
"…is mobility."
After a moment of consideration—
He made his choice.
Swift Wind Steps acquired.
Professor Sirius continued calling names.
Kyle defeated his goblin using a refined steel sword.
Isabelle overcame hers with a rapier made of silver and aluminum.
Lisa Astryx stepped forward next.
Without hesitation, she used a single skill.
Wind Lance
Wind Lance
Rarity: Rare
– Fires a high-speed, rotating cone of compressed wind.
– Designed to pierce targets with destructive force.
The goblin fell instantly.
Only two students remained.
One of them was Fate.
Professor Sirius called out the next name.
"Please come forward…"
A girl stepped forward.
She had dark blonde hair, eyes that shimmered like twin stars, and wielded an elegant lance—
Silver blade, white reinforced shaft, accented with gold.
"…Princess Caelira Dawncrown."
The gym fell into silence.
Whispers slowly began to spread—
Until—
"Quiet down!" Professor Sirius shouted, clapping his hands.
He turned toward her respectfully.
"It is your turn, Your Highness."
Princess Caelira stepped forward, lance in hand.
"I'm looking forward to it, Professor."
She took her stance.
The cage opened.
Instead of waiting—
She charged first.
The goblin barely had time to react.
It narrowly avoided a fatal blow—
But—
The lance pierced its left leg.
Enraged, the goblin lunged.
Princess Caelira dodged gracefully and activated her skill.
(Spear Barrage)
Spear Barrage
Rarity: Common
– Performs a rapid series of thrusts with a spear-type weapon.
The goblin was struck repeatedly.
Moments later, it collapsed.
Professor Sirius nodded and wrote on his evaluation sheet.
"Good job. Next—"
"—Fate Kindspring."
Fate stepped forward, posture straight, expression serious.
Professor Sirius was about to continue—
When—
"Professor Sirius, wait!"
Another professor interrupted.
"What is it, Professor Triman?" Sirius asked.
"There are no Warrior Goblins left," Professor Triman said.
"They've all been used."
Professor Sirius frowned.
"So all twenty-nine Level 15 Warrior Goblins are gone?"
"Yes."
The two professors began discussing quietly.
Fate raised his hand slightly.
"Excuse me, Professors."
They turned toward him.
"May I ask what humanoid-type monster is still available?"
Professor Triman answered.
"The only one left is a Level 25 Goblin Champion."
Fate nodded.
"Then… would it be possible for me to fight the Goblin Champion instead?"
The professors exchanged looks.
Professor Sirius spoke.
"We'll need to discuss this with the others."
He added firmly,
"But I strongly advise against it.
That monster is on a completely different level—
and it's a different breed entirely."
Fate smiled faintly.
"Don't worry, Professor."
He brushed his silver hair back—
Revealing his horns.
"I'm also a different breed."
The professors fell silent.
After a moment—
"We'll discuss this with the others," Professor Sirius said.
"Wait here."
Professor Triman added,
"Use this time to prepare a plan."
He pointed toward a much larger cage.
"That's where the Goblin Champion is being held."
Fate approached the cage.
The Goblin Champion was massive—
Tall, muscular, wearing a wooden mask, its body covered in tribal tattoos.
Fate activated his skill.
(Dragon Eyes)
Goblin Champion
Skills:
– Spear Stab
– Quick Foot
– Intimidation
– Berserk
– Leap Strike
Basic Info:
A goblin recognized as the champion of its tribe.
Extremely agile, intelligent, and far stronger than normal goblins.
Fate exhaled slowly.
Then—
(Status Window)
Name: Fate Kindspring
Race: Dragon (Crystal Dragon)
Level: 30
Class: Warrior
Unique Skill: Memory of the World
Skills:
– Flowing Butterfly Sword
– Gluttonous Aegis
– Barrier Creation
– Heal
– Crystal Spikes
– Swift Wind Steps
Passives:
– Magic Circuits
– Pain Resistance
– Poison Resistance
– Pain Reduction
– Venom Resistance
Stats:
Strength: 55 (Colorless)
Agility: 65 (Colorless)
Endurance: 55 (Colorless)
Intelligence: 55 (Colorless)
Mana: 65 (Colorless)
(Alright…)
(I can do this.)
Moments later, the professors returned.
"We've discussed it," Professor Sirius said.
"You may fight the Goblin Champion."
Professor Triman asked,
"Will you be alright?"
Fate gripped the hilt of his cold-steel sword, the one Vale had given him.
"I will," he said calmly.
"I've faced something like this before."
"Very well," Professor Sirius said.
"If you can't continue, we'll intervene."
Fate nodded.
"All students, step back!" Professor Sirius ordered.
"Keep your distance."
Once the area was cleared—
"Are you ready, Fate?" Sirius asked.
"Yes, sir!"
The cage opened.
The Goblin Champion emerged, eyes glowing dark green.
Fate took his stance.
So did the Goblin Champion—
Gripping its spear tightly.
Chapter 16 End