Global Abyss: My Skills Can Enhance Infinitely Chapter 5 - 4 Yuan Force Enhancement_2

Yuan Force enhancement is governed by clear limits and thresholds; as one approaches these peak boundaries, diminishing returns become increasingly severe.

However, Tao Yu now found himself presented with an entirely different path: he could choose to forcibly "Deify" his existing skills or talents, triggering a profound qualitative transformation.

While this process would inevitably skyrocket the physical energy demands of these skills, for someone capable of recovering his condition simply by consuming food, it was an exchange of immense value.

Admittedly, Yuan Force could also accelerate one's recovery state—likely with even greater efficiency—but for the destitute Tao Yu, that option was strictly off the table.

With his resolve set, Tao Yu turned his attention to the abilities he had acquired alongside his awakened talent.

These were skills honed through grueling years of practice. Now, having awakened, they manifested with newfound clarity, allowing him to perceive their internal energy spheres and grasp flickers of deeper enlightenment.

The list included: "Basic Shooting" lv1, "Basic Combat" lv2, "Basic Weaponry" lv2, "Basic Breathing Method" lv1, "Basic Herbal Recognition" lv1, "Basic Trap Making" lv1...

It was a motley assortment, a collection of skills that made him a jack-of-all-trades but master of none, primarily focused on basic survival. Among them, those most vital to his combat potential were "Basic Shooting," "Basic Combat," "Basic Weaponry," and the "Basic Breathing Method."

These names were quite literal. If one were to practice them and bolster them with Yuan Force, even without leveling through the system, there would be a distinct increase in proficiency and a corresponding rise in relevant physical attributes.

The level markers provided by the company were simply a convenient framework to quantify progress.

These levels did not represent qualitative leaps like a true breakthrough; instead, they indicated a natural progression where the gaps, while distinct, were not gargantuan.

Levels 1 and 2 roughly equated to average hobbyists and top-tier amateurs, while level 3 stood on par with a professional athlete.

While the first three levels could technically be brute-forced with constant Yuan Force acceleration, level 4—approximating an Olympic athlete—demanded genuine inherent talent.

One could technically reach it through sheer persistence, but it was incredibly inefficient, prone to rapid decay, and required exhausting maintenance.

Level 5 represented the culmination of human potential. Within this tier, proficiency varied wildly, much like the difference between a 9.8-second 100-meter sprint and one clocked at 9 seconds flat.

Tao Yu didn't bother looking further into the higher levels. His father, despite possessing the "Eagle Eye" talent, had only managed to reach level 4 in "Basic Shooting." Perhaps he could have strained to hit level 5, but the maintenance costs were far beyond what an ordinary outer-city family could sustain.

Yuan Force could be allocated in any increment Tao Yu desired; he could even self-label an ability level 99 if he liked, though the associated requirements would naturally scale to match.

However, with the power of "Deification" at his fingertips, he had no intention of wasting resources simply padding the proficiency of these long-practiced skills.

Ultimately, Tao Yu focused his concentration on his "Dynamic Vision" (B-) talent and his "Basic Breathing Method" lv1.

"Dynamic Vision" was an innate talent, and its strategic importance was beyond question.

As for his "Basic Breathing Method," it held a decent reputation in the outer city. Only through the persistent, hands-on tutoring of his disabled elder brother had Tao Yu managed to gain even a rudimentary grasp of it.

It wasn't a grand Internal Cultivation Method capable of shattering human limits,

yet it still managed to bolster his Endurance, slow physical decline, ease the burden of maintenance training, and increase his overall training efficiency. Among all his skills, it was objectively the most refined.

According to the intuitive data Tao Yu pulled by focusing his mind, Deifying "Dynamic Vision" demanded roughly eight hundred units of Yuan Force.

The "Basic Breathing Technique" would require around one hundred and forty.

As for "Basic Shooting," "Basic Combat," and "Basic Weaponry," they hovered between eighty and one hundred units—leaving him with insufficient energy for further upgrades.

He could perhaps use "Basic Trap Making" as a bridge, or keep some Yuan Force in reserve for emergency injury recovery or sudden acceleration.

After mapping out his plan, Tao Yu proceeded methodically, beginning with, appropriately enough, "Dynamic Vision"!

He mentally channeled one thousand units of Yuan Force from the metal above directly into his own body and focused his intent on the "Dynamic Vision" talent.

An instant later, the energy sphere representing the talent shimmered, seemingly erupting with streaks of golden radiance.

Tao Yu’s vision, already enhanced by the talent, suddenly grew even more brilliant.

Even within the gloom of the rainforest, information and details appeared sharp as daylight: the intricate texture of tree bark, the rhythmic scuttling of insects, and a python coiled on a distant branch—everything was captured with absolute clarity.

The passive visual boost alone was a massive improvement!

A faint wave of dizziness hit him, akin to wearing a new set of glasses, but it smoothed away just as quickly, likely a benefit of his "Spiritual Immunity."

Deep in thought, he inspected his newly Deified talent.

"Dynamic Vision" (Deified): Grants superior dynamic perception in its passive state. By focusing one's mind and consuming extra physical energy, the user can dramatically amplify the effect—tracking the wings of insects or the flight path of bullets. Can temporarily spike explosive power and reflex speed at the cost of high stamina drain, risking physical strain if the body cannot withstand the intensity.

The information flooded his mind, instantly understood without the need for words.

Feeling this terrifying new power, Tao Yu’s heart hammered against his ribs.

The change was staggering! It far transcended mere "Dynamic Vision." This was, without a doubt, "Bullet Time"!

Almost simultaneously with his internal declaration, the talent information updated to reflect his new understanding.

Talent: "Bullet Time" (MAX)

To his delight, Tao Yu realized that even this "Bullet Time" talent appeared capable of further evolution.

Yet, a moment of deep mental focus doused his excitement with a chilling dose of reality.

The cost for a second Deification was astronomical compared to the paltry improvements of Yuan Force acceleration. The feedback suggesting that tens of thousands of units of Yuan Force were required for the next step made it clear: it was currently well beyond his reach.

"It matters not. The current iteration of 'Bullet Time' is already more than enough. If I upgraded it again, the energy drain alone would probably render me unconscious within a second. It is fine—truly, it is sufficient."

Tao Yu told himself this repeatedly, though he couldn't help but feel a lingering sense of envy, as if he were looking at grapes he couldn't quite reach.

Still, he wasn't entirely lying to himself. Given his current state, the active drain of such power was daunting; further enhancement might force him to rely too heavily on the system's passive grace alone...