My Talent's Name Is Generator Chapter 953 Level 25

[Overdrive Charge – 150%]

"At least something good came out of that," I thought, remaining face down for a moment longer as the growls circulated around me. I could discern their movements, their approach, the heavy thuds of their steps vibrating through the ground. Slowly, deliberately, I pushed myself upright, feigning instability to maintain the illusion of my weakened state.

As I ascended, my head turned slightly, my gaze fixing upon the highest-ranking ape within the pack. My axe lay beyond my reach, signaling that this confrontation would necessitate an unarmed approach.

The instant my target was identified, I initiated my move.

"Impact Burst."

My form surged forward instantaneously, both knees colliding squarely with its chest, the force driving us both into a nearby tree with a resounding crash. I disengaged immediately, regaining my footing beside the stunned creature, denying it any chance of recovery. My fists were already in motion, delivering two swift blows to its head, shattering it before it could even register the attack.

Howls erupted from behind as the remaining creatures lunged.

I evaded the initial two attackers, their strikes missing by mere inches, and instead veered sharply towards the weakest among them. It swung wildly, but I ducked beneath the clumsy assault and landed an uppercut to its chin, snapping its head backward. A swift hook to its neck followed, bringing it to its knees. I seized its head and twisted with all my might, completing the move in a single, brutal motion before releasing the now lifeless body.

Disengaging instantly, I consulted the map mid-stride, observing the other group rapidly closing in. I altered my course without hesitation, rolling forward and retrieving my axe from the ground in a fluid motion.

From the periphery of my vision, I detected a faint red glow emanating from one of the apes' feet.

My reaction was instantaneous.

"Impact Burst."

A sharp pain shot through my leg from the repeated exertion, but I pushed through it as the ability propelled me forward. The ape charged simultaneously, its massive form hurtling towards me as its fist drew back for a powerful strike.

For an infinitesimal moment, time seemed to suspend. I witnessed the punch’s trajectory.

I recognized the futility of meeting it head-on; such a clash would undoubtedly lead to my defeat. Thus, I adjusted my trajectory mid-air, bringing the axe forward at a sharp angle. Its fist grazed my shoulder as the axe blade sliced cleanly through its neck.

[Level Up]

[Level 20 → 21]

[Combat Points +30]

[Influence Points +0]

Its fallen form lay behind me as I landed. I paused only long enough to draw a Grade 1 Health Potion and consume it in one swift gulp, the restorative effect elevating my health beyond the critical threshold.

My breathing grew ragged, the toll of consecutive Impact Burst uses becoming apparent, yet there was no respite. I turned and resumed my sprint, heading away from the approaching group and creating much-needed distance.

The apes pursued relentlessly, their heavy footfalls echoing through the forest as they attempted to flank me from various angles. I maintained my pace, neither slowing nor turning to confront them directly. Instead, I executed sharp changes in direction, weaving through the dense trees and compelling them to follow, thereby expanding the gaps between them.

The foremost ape surged ahead of the others.

This was my opportunity. I veered towards it unexpectedly, closing the distance before it could react, and swept the axe across its neck in a single, fluid motion. The strike landed before it could raise its guard, and its body collapsed instantly. I moved again, altering my path.

I maneuvered to isolate the next ape, forcing it to engage alone.

It advanced aggressively, attempting to grapple with me, but I sidestepped at the last possible second and plunged the axe deep into its flank, the blade cutting severely as it faltered. I retracted the weapon and delivered a follow-up strike, this time across its throat, ending the encounter before it could recover.

I resumed my flight, keeping my movements erratic, shifting directions just enough to prevent the remaining two apes from coordinating an attack. One of them accelerated, breaking away from its companion in a bid to rapidly close the distance.

I allowed it to do so, waiting for the opportune moment. Then, as it launched its attack, I stepped inside its reach. The axe met its upward swing, severing its neck with a sharp, clean cut. Its momentum carried it forward as its body crumpled past me.

The final ape’s pace slackened slightly, its movements becoming more cautious, but it now stood alone.

I afforded it no time for contemplation. Rushing it directly, I forced a reaction rather than allowing for strategy. As it swung, I slipped within its reach and drove the axe upward, the blade slicing through its throat and dispatching it in a single, decisive movement.

[Level Up]

[Level 21 → 22]

[Combat Points +70]

[Influence Points +0]

I accessed the map, noting that the other group of five was rapidly approaching, their markers converging on my location. Without a moment's delay, I moved, grasping the nearest tree and ascending swiftly. I hoisted myself onto a sturdy branch, settling into a crouched position just enough to remain concealed while maintaining a clear vantage point of the ground below.

My breathing steadied as precious seconds ticked by, the axe held firmly in my hand. My eyes were locked onto the approaching source, patiently awaiting the opportune moment.

The forest seemed to hold its breath, a fleeting silence that was shattered as the undergrowth ahead was violently parted. Five apes erupted into the clearing below me, their massive bodies kicking up leaves and snapping branches as they instinctively fanned out, seeking any sign of movement. I seized the instant they began to settle. My attention zeroed in on the ape lagging ever so slightly behind the others, just enough to create a crucial opening. I moved.

"Impact Burst."

The branch I stood on splintered and exploded beneath me as I propelled myself forward. The sheer force sent a jarring pain through my legs, a sensation I completely disregarded as the distance between us evaporated in a flash. Their heads snapped upward at the sudden disturbance from above, but by the time their bodies reacted, I was already upon them. The axe plunged downwards, burying itself into the back of the lagging ape's skull. The impact carried through, and its body crumpled instantly. I rolled, wrenching the axe free in a single fluid motion, and came up to face the remaining four.

Four remained. I took them in with a swift assessment.

Three were clustered together, their builds similar to other apes I had encountered, each marked at level twenty-four. However, the one in the center was distinct. Its frame was larger, a full head taller than the others, with muscles far more pronounced.

[Monster Great Ape – Level 25]

Before I could fully process this, it vanished.

A blur streaked across my vision, and the next moment, a colossal force slammed into my midsection. My body folded, and I was flung backward, tearing through one tree, then another. The impact reverberated through the wood before I finally crashed to the ground. This time, I held onto my axe, refusing to let go even as my body skidded to a halt.

A notification materialized before my eyes.

[Overdrive Charge – 200%]

A smile touched my lips, defiance against the throbbing pain.

"Perfect…"

I activated it without the slightest hesitation.

"Berserk Mode."