Reincarnated With A Glitched System: Why Is My MP Not Running Out? Chapter 2036: A New Power, Skill Runes

"In any case, this is Naturia’s moment to shine, so you’d best leave her be, Ignatius! Your turn will come once we’ve acquired a genuine dragon corpse," I stated, shoving him aside as he raged and spewed flames indiscriminately. "Naturia, what other capabilities do you discover within yourself?"

"Hmm! I believe that as I grow more potent, my armor might possess the capacity to expand further!" she responded. "And alsoooo... I suspect I can manifest more than just armor configurations. A staff! Though it may not be particularly useful, correct? Thus, I converted it into a magical arrow staff."

"Hold on, what exactly did you say?" I inquired, my eyebrow arching as the armor vanished, subsequently reforming into a stunning, regal staff constructed from pink metal and gold, adorned with glittering gemstones. The bow felt substantial and remarkably robust, its string fashioned from a resilient metallic thread. "Incredible! I had never previously contemplated the application of bows, but observing Mist’s prowess, perhaps they are indeed ideal for Spell Arrows. They appear to offer greater velocity and efficacy compared to unadulterated spellcasting."

Swiftly, I directed my aim toward the distant Burning Forest as Naturia channeled her power. A colossal, blazing pink arrow materialized from her clear brown wood.

"Unleash!"

The arrow streaked through the forest, culminating in an explosion that unleashed a formidable pink wave, generating an immense pillar of spirit flames, tinged pink. These flames proceeded to absorb the surrounding fire and, astonishingly, commenced the restoration of the forest.

"Wow!" Aquarina, who had observed the entire spectacle in silence, could no longer restrain her astonishment. "That is utterly astonishing... Naturia has transitioned from being your Nature Spirit to simultaneously embodying armor and a bow! It’s akin to a dual function! I wonder if I might achieve a similar outcome with my spirits once the time arrives for their subsequent evolution?"

"Possibly," I acknowledged with a nod. "Upon reaching a sufficiently elevated level, any materials you provide will facilitate their further evolution, and they will assimilate the components with enhanced efficiency. But tell me, Naturia, did you acquire any new abilities from the Skill Scroll you absorbed?"

My expectation was never for her to literally transform into a Skill Scroll herself. That would defy logic. Nevertheless, perhaps something noteworthy had transpired.

"Indeed! I can perform something truly remarkable! Observe this!"

Abruptly, she alighted upon my hand and morphed into a resplendent rune, shaped like a cherry blossom tree, emitting a radiant glow.

"Huh?!"

In that very instant, I felt an surge of strength. Concurrently, a profound connection formed between us, unlike anything I had ever imagined possible. She was now intrinsically integrated into my System Status.

Wait, what is this anomaly?

[Your Familiar: [Naturia] has undergone transformation into a Skill Rune and has merged with you.]

[Skill Runes have been incorporated into the System Status!]

[You have acquired the Skill Rune: [Divine Spirit Skill Rune, Cherry Blossom Spirit Dryad Princess, Naturia – Tier 1: Level 1/10]!]

[Skill Runes function analogously to Skill Trees. By advancing the Core Skill Rune’s level, it will expand and strengthen, generating additional skills.]

[As the Skill Rune expands, you will receive bonus stats alongside passive abilities. Even cultivation methods may be unlocked through enlightenment as your bond with your spirit deepens.]

[Upon attaining a specific level, compatible materials and other skills can be utilized to further upgrade the Skill Rune.]

[Skill Rune System is currently undergoing development...]

"Whoa, an entirely new system has been introduced?!"

I was profoundly taken aback as I sensed Naturia integrating into my being in an unprecedented fashion. Typically, Spirit Fusion did not evoke such sensations. It felt as though she had become intricate circuits fashioned from runes beneath my skin, directly interfacing with the core of my existence.

"Do you perceive yourself as stronger, Master?" Naturia inquired in her characteristically cheerful tone. "I have become a part of you. I am now your Skill! Is that not exceptionally marvelous?"

"It is truly astounding..." I murmured. "So this is the consequence of absorbing a Skill Scroll?"

"It is a possibility..." Alice offered. "I must confess, I am utterly astonished. It is as though she bypassed the system’s intended protocols and seamlessly integrated herself within it! I had never conceived of such a scenario being feasible!"

"Fascinating..." Yggdra mused. "Naturia, are you capable of reverting to your original form at this juncture?"

"Understood!" Naturia promptly withdrew from my body. The rune within me did not vanish entirely but transitioned to a white hue. The vibrant pink luminescence it had previously emitted dissipated, lending it an appearance of diminished power or perhaps dormancy.

"It appears I can no longer actively utilize the Skill Rune, yet its presence remains..." I observed.

"Perhaps she necessitates merging with you to activate it?" Alice speculated. "Well, that is certainly an intriguing dynamic. It might present limitations on Naturia’s available actions, contingent upon whether you require her to bestow skills, assume the form of a bow, transform into armor, or function as a standard spirit."

"I believe I can accomplish all of those roles!" Naturia declared. "In my armor configuration, we maintain our connection, do we not?" She floated towards me and resumed her armor form once more.

And indeed, her assertion proved to be accurate.

"The rune is glowing again! I understand now. Perhaps I need some sort of direct contact with her," I mused. "But it seems that's all there is to it for now."

"How fascinating," Alice commented. "Well, we shall observe how this situation unfolds."

"For the moment, I have something else to investigate..."

I accessed Naturia’s status window to get a clearer picture of what had occurred with her.

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<Status System>

[Race]: [Divine Spirit of Nature: Cherry Blossom Dryad Princess: ★★★★★]

[Class]: [Divine Living Runic Armament Spirit: ★★★★★]

[Rank]: [S]

[Level]: [0/400]

[HP]: [700,000/700,000]

[MP]: [900,000/900,000]

[Strength]: [150,000]

[Defense]: [800,000]

[Magic]: [450,000]

[Resistance]: [800,000]

[Agility]: [450,000]

[Luck]: [150,000]

[Charm]: [300,000]

{Skills}:

[Spiritual Photosynthesis: Lv8]

[Spirit Seed Cannon: Lv8]

[Divine Nature’s Healing Light: Lv8]

[Energy-Draining Spiritual Vines: Lv7]

[Divine Leaf of Life: Lv7]

[Mana Fruit: Lv10] → [Divine Spirit Skill Fruit: Lv1]

[Spiritual Healing Aura: Lv10] → [Celestial Spiritual Palace Restorative Aura Materialization: Lv1]

[Life Enhancement: Lv10] → [Life Super Enhancement: Lv1]

[Nature’s Rage: Lv10] → [Nature’s Divine Wrath: Lv1]

[Forest Spirit Domain: Lv10] → [Divine Spirit Forest Dominion: Lv1]

[Spiritual Buds: Lv10] → [Holy Spiritual Field: Lv1]

[Divine Nature Spirit’s Aura: Lv7]

[Divine Nature Spirit Magic: Lv7]

[Nature Assimilation: Lv7]

[Divine Skill Rune Engravement: Lv1] (New!)

[Divine Spirit Armament Transformation: Cherry Blossom Dryad Princess Armor: Lv1] (New!)

[Divine Spirit Armament Transformation: Pink Spirit Soul Flame Bow: Lv1] (New!)

[Vast Divine Spiritual Cherry Blossom Princess Field: Lv1] (New!)

[Nature Spirit Princess Fae Court: Lv1] (New!)

[Divine Spiritualization of Nature Avatar: Lv1] (New!)

[Pseudo-Divinity: Spirit Princess of Nature: Lv1] (New!)

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Upon reviewing Naturia’s status, I meticulously examined each available skill. A number of them had not progressed, but a significant portion had evolved into something considerably more potent than before. She had also acquired seven new abilities! Three of these were already familiar to me, while the remainder were entirely novel. My goodness, the sheer number of skills she's obtained is astonishing. I can only wonder about the reason behind this.

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