After long and careful deliberation, Kurose Akira finally made his decision.
Choice: A Saintess who is aloof and indulgent.
[You have selected: Aloof, Indulgent.]
[Aloof: She always presents herself with an icy, distant demeanor. When fighting alone, her combat power increases by 200%. (Does not include you.)]
[Indulgent: She is addicted to unrestrained pleasure, yearning to experience this ecstasy at every moment. While indulging, any pain or injury to her body will be restored. (Includes you.)]
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As Akira read the descriptions of the two authorities, a faint glimmer of delight flickered in his eyes.
Although these abilities seemed to come with obvious flaws, the combat bonuses they provided were undeniably substantial. Compared to traits like Wealthy or Generous, these were far more combat-oriented.
"Next…"
Akira shifted his gaze to the blue recruitment scroll.
According to the prompt, this scroll could grant more authorities—meaning a single personality could possess three authorities.
Moreover, he had already decided to recruit the [Saintess] trait. With three personalities, her combat effectiveness should be more than secured.
[Consume one (Blue) Recruitment Scroll to grant the [Saintess] trait three authorities and add one additional personality?]
"Yes!"
The moment Akira confirmed the selection, a burst of blue light flashed before his eyes.
[Blue Recruitment Scroll -1]
[Please choose three authorities from the following ten: Despicable, Incompetent, Weak, Irritable, Double Standards, Chaotic, Sensitive, Lazy, Fickle, Miserly]
"Hmm…"
Akira stared at the ten options, sinking into deep thought—this time for quite a while.
First, he eliminated the clearly disastrous choices: Despicable, Incompetent, Weak, Irritable, Miserly.
Then, from the remaining six, he carefully selected three.
In the end, Akira chose:
Double Standards. Sensitive. Fickle.
A Saintess who was sensitive, fickle, and hypocritical.
[You have selected: Double Standards, Sensitive, Fickle]
[Double Standards: She possesses a unique dual standard. All attributes of enemy units decrease by 10%, with the reduction converted into a buff for all allied units.]
[Sensitive: She exhibits extreme sensitivity, capable of swiftly perceiving even the slightest changes. Perception increased by 500%!]
[Fickle: Her emotions fluctuate frequently, but trust this—every action she takes stems from care and affection for you. When switching to other personalities, all authorities of the previous personality are retained.]
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Akira's heart skipped slightly.
Judging from the three personalities and seven total authorities, Fickle was clearly the most unusual of them all.
When switching to another personality, all authorities of that personality could still be retained and utilized.
Which meant—
From now on, this personality would likely serve as her core personality.
"A Saintess with three personalities…"
Akira took a slow breath, a faint smile curling at the corner of his lips.
"Now… it's time to summon you."
As his voice fell, Akira immediately initiated the recruitment of [Saintess].
The instant he clicked the recruitment button, the Saintess portrait stored in his inventory flew out on its own.
The next moment, the portrait erupted in dazzling brilliance.
"This is—?"
Before Akira could even react, several radiant traits burst into view before his eyes, each shimmering with overwhelming splendor.
[Please select three traits from the following.]
[Saintess (Ultra-Rare)]
[Supreme Judgment (Ultra-Rare)]
[Radiant Divine Prison (Ultra-Rare)]
"Ah?"
Akira froze, momentarily stunned.
He had expected to see a few ordinary rare traits—but instead, three Ultra-Rare traits appeared at once.
Just what was this [Saintess] trait?
And what kind of existence was the adventurer he was about to recruit?
Why did she possess so many Ultra-Rare traits?
On top of that, she had three personalities…
Could this possibly be—
The Pope of the Radiant Church?
Cough, cough.
…Yeah, no. That was impossible. There was no way the Pope would come work part-time at an adventurer guild.
Still, after selecting all three traits, Akira's heart brimmed with curiosity and anticipation.
[Your selection: A multi-personality Saintess possessing Supreme Judgment and Radiant Divine Prison!]
[Selecting an adventurer that meets the requirements…]
As the ethereal voice faded, the atmosphere of the entire Adventurers' Guild instantly became solemn and sacred.
The scroll blazed once more, as if seven-colored holy light had descended upon the mortal world, drawing every gaze toward it.
"What incredible light!"
"A new member is joining the guild again?"
"Is it a new companion?"
"I'm so excited~"
Everyone watched the radiant scroll with anticipation, their hearts filled with curiosity as they prepared to welcome a new member.
Akira, too, stared unblinking, his eyes locked onto the woman emerging from the scroll.
It was as if the blindfolded figure within the painting had come to life—stepping lightly out of the canvas and into reality.
The first thing to emerge was a pair of snow-white, jade-like feet, tinged with a shy blush. A delicate red-gold thread encircled her left ankle, as if sealing some mysterious power.
Then came her long, pale thighs, revealed gradually as her golden ceremonial gown swayed gently, dazzling beyond words.
Bathed in brilliant light, her slender hands brushed aside the glow as her full, graceful figure stepped fully free of the scroll.
Finally—
Her peerless face, veiled in white gauze.
Snow-white hair flowed like a silvery galaxy, radiating holy brilliance. She was breathtaking—an otherworldly beauty that held every gaze captive.
Yet compared to her appearance, Akira paid even more attention to her attire.
She wore a resplendent golden ceremonial dress, its hem embedded with gleaming gemstones and etched with intricate magical runes—an unmistakable symbol of her exalted status as a Saintess.
What truly caught Akira's attention, however, was the golden scepter in her hand.
Though barely half a meter long, the crimson-gold sun gem set atop it seemed to contain boundless divine power, radiating a pressure that inspired awe and reverence.
"Answering the summons."
Her snow-white toes touched the ground, golden ripples spreading outward.
"Are you… my summoner?"
Behind the white veil, crimson-gold pupils fixed firmly on Akira as she spoke softly.
At the same time, a flood of information surged into Akira's vision.
[Lucia · ? (Mythical)]
Level: 0 (0/100)Race: HumanStrength: 100 / Agility: 150 / Magic: 300 / Constitution: 100Growth: 15 (Gains +15 to all attributes per level)
Skills: (Expand)
Traits:[Saintess][Supreme Judgment][Radiant Divine Prison][Multiple Personalities]
[Saintess: A Saintess originating from the Radiant Church, embodying its purity, sanctity, and unwavering justice. All elemental magic power +100%. When fighting evil-aligned units, attack power +100%, but her own defense is reduced by 20%.]
[Supreme Judgment: None dare challenge the supreme authority of the Radiant Church. While active, Light magic power +100%. This Saintess is innately proficient in three super-tier Judgment spells, as well as one ultimate Judgment spell.]
[Radiant Divine Prison: Her profound gaze is like a gateway to the Divine Prison of Light. Any sinner caught within her sight will be imprisoned within it. However, this power exacts a price, placing a burden on both her body and mind.]
[Multiple Personalities: When switching personalities, all debuffs are removed.]
Current Personality: Double Standards · Sensitive · Fickle (Switchable)
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