Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 216 Demon Hunter Knight (Two and a half stars)

The puppet trembled slightly on the experimental table; its semi-mechanical, semi-organic wriggling appeared particularly eerie in the dim laboratory light.

Ron took a deep breath and calmly looked at the substitute puppet that had absorbed a large amount of abyssal energy and merged into the monarch's bloodline.

Reaching the critical 50% charge level means he can finally try the long-awaited Witcher class change.

"The key lies in the accuracy of the will projection," Ron muttered to himself, his fingers lightly touching the intricate patterns on the puppet's surface, feeling the energy flowing within.

Initially, his plan was to perform a traditional procedure of stitching and transplanting monster organs into the substitute puppet.

To this end, he has prepared a series of sophisticated tools and precious samples of magical beast organs.

However, when he began to delve deeper into the energy composition of the substitute puppet, a startling discovery made him stop what he was doing.

“Interesting. The abyssal substances have already formed organ-like structures inside the puppet’s body.”

A hint of surprise flashed in Ron's eyes:
"The bone extracts formed a bone-strengthening structure, the molting essence created a protective film, and even the swamp patchwork's tissues have built a primitive circulatory system. In addition, the lion scorpions, snake demons, and clones that were absorbed earlier are all playing a role."

He quickly adjusted his thinking and put down the scalpel.

Instead, it activated its mental perception to delve into the energy network inside the puppet.

"This is an unexpected surprise," Ron thought to himself.
“Those active abyssal substances have not only formed a substitute for ‘stitched organs,’ but also have no risk of rejection, forming a perfect symbiotic system with each other.”

This discovery greatly simplifies the job change process and reduces the risks.

Ron immediately revised his plan, deciding to directly attempt will projection, using the puppet as a medium for the Witcher's class change.

"Start the timer." Ron glanced at the crystal clock, a resolute glint in his eyes.

He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and let his thoughts sink into the calm lake of his heart.

He was fully aware of the risks of becoming a Witcher—the school's records clearly showed that the success rate through conventional means was no more than 30%.

Moreover, even if successful, there is a high possibility of suffering from sequelae such as deformity and mental disorder.

This is why witchers are so rare, and most of them behave strangely.

But the path he chose was different.

The substitute puppet, acting as an intermediary, will bear all the risks of the job change, while he himself will only be responsible for providing spiritual guidance and bloodline energy.

In theory, this should avoid most dangers while capturing the essence of the Witcher's abilities.

"everything's ready."

He took out a small bottle of pale blue liquid—the "Amber Mind Fluid," a spiritual power amplification agent he had specially prepared for this ceremony.

Gently unscrew the stopper, and the liquid releases a refreshing minty scent, carrying a faint magical fluctuation.

Ron drank the potion in one gulp and felt a cool energy spread from his throat to his whole body, like a cool stream flowing through every nerve, washing away all distracting thoughts.

My thoughts instantly became exceptionally clear, and the flow of my mental energy became smoother, as pure and powerful as a polished crystal.

"let's start."

Ron took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and slowly channeled his mental energy into the area.

Unlike before, this time he did not simply control the puppet's actions, but projected a portion of his consciousness into it.

This process is extremely delicate, like tearing off a piece of one's own soul and carefully implanting it into another container.

The two-way transmission function reveals its true value at this moment—the puppet is no longer an external tool, but an extension of his will.

“Establish connections. Maintain stability,” he said calmly and deeply, though fine beads of sweat were already forming on his forehead.

With continued dedication, the stand-in puppet began to change.

The originally rigid wooden structure became soft and elastic, and even the surface began to show textures similar to human skin.

[Warning: Attempt to separate will detected. Confirm to continue?]

A prompt suddenly appeared in Ron's mind, and he selected to confirm without hesitation.

[During verification, the substitute puppet has been recognized as an "extension of the main character" by the job panel, meeting the requirements for the Demon Hunter job change.]

The active structures of abyssal material have been identified as effective "suture organs".

[Job Change Process Initialization]

A sharp pain suddenly came from his mental core, and Ron gritted his teeth, enduring the discomfort.

This pain does not come from the body, but from a tearing sensation at the level of the soul, as if one is forced to give up a part of oneself.

Despite being mentally prepared, the experience of separation of wills was still uncomfortable.

Ron could feel a part of himself flowing toward the stand-in puppet, merging with those abyssal energy structures to form a new connection.

The process lasted about ten minutes, much shorter than he had expected.

When the pain finally subsided, Ron felt a clarity he had never experienced before.

It's as if your senses have suddenly expanded, allowing you to perceive the existence of two bodies simultaneously.

[Witcher class change ceremony completed]

[Occupation Obtained: Witcher (Two-Star)]

【Basic attribute improvement:
Constitution 2.8→2.99 (+0.2)

Spirit 4.55 → 4.65 (+0.1)

Mana 2.9 → 2.99 (+0.1)

【Special bonus:
1. Abnormal Status Resistance: Significantly increases resistance to abnormal statuses such as toxins, diseases, and curses.

2. Enhanced sensory abilities: All five senses are enhanced, especially night vision and hearing sensitivity.

[Unlock Class Skill: Hunting Evil]

Ron carefully read the panel prompts, paying particular attention to the specific descriptions of the special abilities.

"Abnormal state resistance" refers to the ability to resist toxins and diseases at the physical level.

To his surprise, the "enhanced perception" brought additional effects.

The enhancement of perception is not only reflected in the five senses, but also extends to the spiritual level.

This allows for more precise spellcasting and more nuanced manipulation of magic.

"This will directly enhance the effectiveness of my spells."

Ron assessed:
"Whether it's the frequency control of 'sonic oscillation' or the energy distribution of 'radiant ring', we can achieve higher precision."

As for "hunting evil," its application is limited in the current environment.

However, considering the inevitable future exploration of the abyss and the abyssal creatures that may be encountered.

The value of this ability should not be underestimated.

Furthermore, there are improvements to various basic attributes, but unfortunately, it seems that version 3.0 has also reached a certain threshold for constitution and magic power attributes...

However, just as he was sorting through these gains, new information appeared on the panel:

[Occupational linkage testing in progress]

[Trigger condition: Possess both "Blood Knight (2-star)" and "Witcher (2-star)"]

[Analyzing possible fusion paths]

[Fusion Path Confirmed: Bloodline Knight + Demon Hunter → Demon Hunter Knight (Two and a Half Stars)]

[Has the fusion been confirmed?]

A hint of surprise flashed in Ron's eyes; this was a change he hadn't anticipated.

He was no stranger to professional collaborations, but this was the first time he had encountered such a direct integration of professions. He confirmed it without hesitation.

[Professional integration begins.]

【warn:
The fusion process will bring brief but intense mental and physical pain; please be prepared.

As soon as he finished speaking, a tearing pain instantly swept through Ron's entire body.

The pain was indescribable, as if someone was twisting his bones and tearing his soul apart at the same time.

Ron gritted his teeth, his fingers gripping the edge of the lab bench tightly, his knuckles turning pale from the force.

The pain lasted for about ten seconds, and when everything subsided, Ron felt a subtle change in his body.

[Occupational integration completed]

[New Class Acquired: Demon Hunter Knight (2.5 stars)]

【Basic attribute improvement:
Constitution 2.99→3.2 (+0.2)

Spirit 4.65 → 4.75 (+0.1)

Mana 2.99 → 3.1 (+0.1)

[Skill Fusion: "Bloodline Activation" + "Sewage Modification" → "Physical Awakening"]

"Physical Awakening":
In addition to the basic effects of blood circulation and physical training
By activating the demonic bloodline within the body and undergoing demon-hunting modifications, the body can temporarily enter a semi-awakened state.

His combat power has increased significantly, and he has gained abilities similar to those of a Black Wizard's awakening.

Each use increases the tendency for distortion; the more frequent and prolonged the use, the deeper and irreversible the distortion.

[Details of Job Collaboration Bonuses:]
1. Abnormally enhanced resistance, improving the ability to withstand mental pollution to a certain extent.

2. Enhanced perception extends to the realm of bloodline perception, making it easier to detect and analyze the characteristics of different bloodlines.

3. The "Hunting Evil" skill's Evil Insight has been increased, further enhancing its damage against aberrant creatures.

Excellent. The attribute boost brought about by the job fusion has broken through the 3.0 dividing line.

Ron took a deep breath, feeling the new power flowing through his body.

This power is unlike any previous enhancement; it is more primal, more wild, yet full of infinite possibilities.

He was pleasantly surprised by the details of the synergy bonuses.

An increased capacity to tolerate mental pollution translates to enhanced meditation efficiency.

This is exactly what he needs right now, as it means he can approach the threshold of becoming a formal wizard much faster.

The enhanced ability to perceive bloodlines will greatly help his future research on bloodlines and exploration of alchemy.

What surprised him most was the new skill "physical awakening".

It showed Ron a completely new path—a middle path that allowed him to gain the extraordinary power of a dark wizard without falling completely into madness.

Of course, the warning of "irreversible distortion" also made him wary.

"We need to test this new capability."

Ron looked at the stand-in puppet and decided to test this dangerous power on the puppet first.

Through the mental link, Ron transmitted a command to the stand-in puppet—to activate "physical awakening".

Upon receiving the instruction, the puppet immediately underwent a startling transformation.

Its originally humanoid appearance quickly distorted, and the scale-like patterns on its skin became more prominent, shimmering with a metallic cold light.

Unnatural bulges appeared at the joints of the limbs, as if the bones were being remodeled.

What's most terrifying is its face—the pair of green composite eyes in the originally empty eye sockets now gleam with a fierce light.

The pupils turned into thin, vertical lines, sharp as knives.

The mouth area was torn and extended, forming an opening far beyond normal proportions, filled with sharp, saw-like teeth.

A pair of short, horn-like protrusions even grew on both sides of its head, like the prototype of a demon.

The scales on its back and spine merge into a row of sharp spines that extend from the neck to the tailbone, ending in a stinger similar to that of a lion scorpion.

The puppet's form is far removed from that of a human; it is more like a terrifying hybrid of half-human and half-beast, exuding a suffocatingly violent aura.

“Amazing changes,” Ron observed calmly.

They carefully used measuring equipment to record various data about the substitute puppet in this state.

The data shows that the puppet's overall physical strength has increased by nearly half, and even its energy fluctuations have become more active and aggressive.

These improvements were so significant that Ron had to recalibrate the measuring equipment to ensure there were no reading errors.

"His physical combat ability alone has been raised to at least the level of a high-level apprentice, and even close to the level of a Morning Star Wizard."

Ron calculated in his mind: "If we can solve the distortion problem, or find a way to limit the distortion..."

He subconsciously reached out and touched his cheeks and arms to make sure that his body was not affected in any way.

As he anticipated, testing this skill through a stand-in puppet allowed him to avoid directly facing the risk of distortion.

Just as he was about to deactivate the puppet, an accident occurred.

The awakened substitute puppet suddenly broke free of control, emitting a low growl.

The sound didn't come from the mouth, but seeped from every pore of the body, as if another consciousness was struggling to take over.

“Mind riot.” Ron instantly understood what had happened and immediately strengthened his mental control.

"Physical awakening" not only changes the body's structure, but also awakens the primal consciousness hidden in the abyssal matter.

These fragmented, primal instincts are attempting to merge into a completely new personality, breaking free from Ron's control.

Fortunately, the design of the stand-in puppet prevented this rebellion from being completely successful.

Ron quickly regained control of the situation, forcefully suppressing the chaotic fragments of consciousness.

“It is indeed dangerous.” Ron frowned in thought.

"In real combat, if this situation were to occur, the consequences would be unimaginable."

He slowly and carefully deactivated the puppet's conscious state.

Most of the distorted features have faded, but the original state has not been completely restored.

The scales on its skin became more prominent, the pupils remained vertical, and the thorns on its back, though smaller, had not completely disappeared.

Even more worrying is that Ron can sense that the suppressed fragments of consciousness have not disappeared.

They are merely dormant, and may awaken again at any time, even stronger than before.

"Each use increases the distortion level. The panel's warning was indeed reasonable."

Ron calmly concluded, "This power must be used with caution; it's best to treat it as a last resort."

However, even knowing the risks, he was still drawn to this power, after all, it was a huge boost that allowed him to overcome the enemy at a different stage.

At this moment, another prompt appeared on the panel:
[Current charging progress of the substitute puppet: 50%/100%]

[Next stage unlock requirement: Reach 100% charge]

[Next Stage Form: Glorious Legacy - Incarnation of Calamity]

[Abilities obtainable after unlocking:]
1. Avatar Stance: Temporarily merges the substitute puppet with the original body, stacking all abilities and granting additional bonuses.
2. Energy Isolation: In the fused state, distortion and contamination will be isolated within the avatar, while the main body remains unaffected.

This new information made Ron fall into deep thought...

(End of this chapter)