Lord of the Time: I Can Reincarnate Infinitely

Chapter 130: 130: Shadow Path

In summary, what Caleb understood is. The Hunter pathway specializes in giving the user strength, agility, and dexterity to hunt things related to its tier name. It also gives a variety of abilities.

On the other hand, the Shinobi pathway destinies take the role of what ninja usually does. Good at assassination, completing a mission stealthily, scouting, and whatnot.

Lastly, Shadow pathway. David didn't explain much about this pathway and only said that they only have recipes for tiers 9 to 6 of the shadow pathway. Destinies who walk the shadow pathway obtain abilities related to shadows that make them good for scouting, espionage, assassination, information gathering, etc...

In conclusion, the pathways that the scout regiment owns are fitting to their roles. They are good at scouting and suitable to venture beyond the walls. The Hunter path might not be as good in terms of scouting compared to Shadow and Shinobi, but it gives the walkers of this path the edge of hunting Apokalips.

Caleb stared at the wooden ceiling in a dilemma. Find your next read at m_v l|e-NovelBin.net

'Now, what should I choose? Should I choose the Hunter Pathway? That way, my physical strength would increase. However, I don't have to worry about my strength in the future since I'm also a Taboo Fighter. How about Shinobi and Shadow Path? Shinobi? fuck... that sounds lame.'

Suddenly, he couldn't help but imagine ninjas doing hand signs and releasing jutsus. Then he shook his head. Those in his imagination are wizards, not ninjas.

'Hmm... How about the shadow path? This fucking David seems to avoid talking about it.'

Yes. He noticed that David didn't want to reveal too much about the shadow path/ Furthermore, its recipes being incomplete just means that it was a path that the ruling class or higher-ups of the city hid. After all, with their power and authority, how could they not be able to complete it? Other paths are complete, but the shadow path isn't.

Thinking of this, he felt a bit hesitant. As someone who reads a lot of stuff. He knew how useful shadow powers are. So he cannot stomach to just give up. Incomplete? That means that he just needs to complete it! Walk a path that few dared to take!

He can also see advantages to that. Few people would want to walk the shadow path because it's 'incomplete'. Won't that mean he would have few competitors in terms of materials and few would know what abilities he possessed, since shadow users are rare or even non-existent?

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Just like that, most teenagers chose the hunter path and the shinobi path. Just as Caleb guesses. No one chose the shadow path, since that means you are cutting your future. After all, who wants to stay in Tier 6 in their entire lives, just in case? It just wasn't worth it.

However, Caleb saw far more than that. He wants to be different from others. As someone who was chosen by a powerful golden finger. One that can reincarnate infinitely. He has nothing to lose, right? And if he ever completes the incomplete path. It would be an achievement that no one ever does! 'It's decided. From now on, I'll become the eminence of shadows!'

Caleb chuckled as he felt it was too cringy, too chuuni. Who cares though? No one is aware of his thoughts, so it should be fine, right? Actually, he just thought of the previous anime he had watched in his first life. That's why he felt that the shadow path was the right path. Of course, right or wrong, no one really knows if his decision would turn out to be alright.

Why take the shadow path, though? What are the pros and cons of shadow powers?

First, shadow powers offer a vast range of abilities, from stealth and concealment to manipulating darkness itself. This versatility would allow him to adapt to a variety of situations, making him a formidable presence in any scenario.

Second, Caleb knew that shadows could be used to render oneself invisible or blend seamlessly with the environment. This offers a significant advantage in evading enemies, conducting covert operations, or simply observing without being detected. Of course, that is, if he would get something related to that.

Third, the ability to listen to whispered conversations in the cover of darkness or infiltrate secure locations without a trace provides a distinct edge in gathering crucial information and secrets. For him who believes that information is power, this is a good route to take!

Fourth, shadows can be used to launch unexpected assaults, disorienting foes, and disrupting their strategies. He can appear from the shadows, striking swiftly and retreating just as quickly.

And lastly, shadows can be used to create an aura of fear or intimidation, affecting the emotions of those who encounter them. This can be advantageous in negotiations, intimidation, or commanding respect. Of course, this is more of a theatric.

As for the cons...

The biggest drawback is the path's incomplete nature. He might struggle to fully understand and harness the shadow's potential due to the lack of comprehensive teachings since it was incomplete and few, or even none, had taken the path.

By choosing the Shadow Path, He might isolate himself from conventional society. His unique abilities and secretive nature may distance him from friends and allies, potentially leading to loneliness. Of course, he didn't have to worry about this with the social skills he have developed after living hundreds of shitty lives.

Furthermore, society often associates shadow powers with malevolence or dark intentions. He may be mistrusted or even feared by others, which could lead to alienation and prejudice. But once again, it could be solved by charisma, looks, and eloquence. After all, wasn't he handsome? An undeniable PSL God of the Dark Triad Type that mogged all men of this world.

Lastly, the common counter to shadow power. The powers of shadows can be vulnerable to light sources. Exposure to intense light may render him powerless or severely weaken his abilities, making daylight operations unfavorable.

'Shadow path is it...'