Fang Zhou opened his personal terminal and checked his current contribution points.

1,100 points!

Combined with the gains from this Cave Hunting trip, his total contribution points neared 3,000—a true windfall.

I can't spend it all. There's just no way!

For a mere Apprentice-Tier Professional, even as a military academy seed with E-level permissions, it was a lot. The permissions allowed him to exchange for some Black Iron resources ahead of schedule, but even so, he couldn't spend so many contribution points all at once.

Fang Zhou wouldn't have to worry about earning contribution points for the foreseeable future.

Thank you, military academy! Thank you, Cave! Thank you, Demons!

Fang Zhou sighed with satisfaction.

However, he also understood this wasn't the norm. He had previously learned from Instructor Lu Hu and others that there had been an earthquake in Cave No. 1 some time ago. Not only did it expose this brand-new vein of Refining Stone, but it also caused a temporary increase in the concentration of Negative Energy, leading to a spike in various resources. It was precisely for this reason that he had been able to reap such rich spoils from the Cave Demons this time.

When he ventured into Cave No. 1 next time, Fang Zhou would likely find it difficult to achieve such staggering gains again.

Shaking his head, Fang Zhou brushed away the distracting thoughts and looked at his attribute panel. Earlier, he had tested the effects of his newly acquired [Heart Steel I] Rune and [Mental Shock] Skill, but he still hadn't had a chance to thoroughly study the special Marvel, [Berserker Mark], which he had obtained from General Ning Feihu's remains.

At that time, a purple mote of light had flown from the skeleton's Golden Body, touched Fang Zhou's forehead, and vanished instantly. Afterward, Fang Zhou felt that something new had appeared in his mind.

Now, in the dead of night when even the Demons were silent, Fang Zhou opened his equipment menu and examined the detailed description of the [Berserker Mark].

[Berserker Mark] (Purple Rare, Soul Marvel): The final gift from a powerful human Heroic Spirit, usable only by one who has earned the Heroic Spirit's recognition. By using a medium and consuming a certain amount of Soul Power, the user can summon a Heroic Spirit that has mastered some of the [Berserker] Profession's Skills. The Heroic Spirit's level is based on the Summoner's own level, with a maximum of Golden Upper Rank.

Fang Zhou's gaze sharpened, focusing on the brilliant purple mote of light in his mind.

A high-tier Marvel of Purple Rare quality!

Even Su Xinyan, an Undead Mage who had just broken through to the Golden Lower Rank, was equipped entirely in gear of Blue Fine quality. Even Lu Hu, a veteran Golden Lower Rank Berserker, only had a single Frenzy Battleaxe of Purple Rare quality, which he had earned through combat merits.

Taking a few deep breaths, Fang Zhou restrained his excitement and carefully read the description of the [Berserker Mark]. Unlike ordinary Marvels like the Frog Drum, Charging Scroll, or Heroic Spirit Battle Banner, the [Berserker Mark] was intangible. It seemed to be attached to Fang Zhou's very soul; no wonder it was called a Soul Marvel.

Using it required a summoning medium and consumed a certain amount of Soul Power.

Compared to other ready-to-use Marvels, the [Berserker Mark] has such strict conditions. Its power must be extraordinary.

A summoning medium? Aren't these dozens of tireless and mindless Skeletons beside me the perfect material? And Soul Power? After purifying that Golden Body skeleton, I still have dozens of points of Soul Power left. That should be enough.

At this thought, Fang Zhou felt an itch he couldn't resist.

He stood up, walked out of the tent, and gathered the Skeleton Army that was guarding the area. Gazing at the vigorous Soul Fires burning in the darkness, Fang Zhou focused his mind and activated the [Berserker Mark].

As he consumed 8 points of Soul Power, the [Berserker Mark] radiated brightly. A boiling battle intent rose from Fang Zhou's soul and projected from his gaze onto the Skeleton with the most vigorous Soul Fire. In an instant, a powerful energy surged into its skeletal frame like a tidal wave. The thin, fragile bones began to emit a faint hum, as if responding to the power's call.

Purple light wove into a vast energy web, enveloping the Skeleton completely and triggering an unprecedented transformation.

The originally thin bones became as hard as iron, their pale color replaced by a deep, silvery gray. Each bone seemed endowed with life, exuding a chilling metallic luster. The most astonishing change occurred in the Skeleton's arms. The once-empty limbs began to twist and deform, their joints writhing as if some formless power was gestating within.

Suddenly, two White Bone Battleaxes burst forth, erupting directly from the bones of its arms. The axe bodies were long and sharp, their blades etched with intricate runes that flickered with a mesmerizing cold light.

Not only that, but the Skeleton's physique also underwent significant changes under the influence of the [Berserker Mark]. The once-slender skeletal frame gradually swelled, becoming robust and ferocious, like a Bone Beast emerging from Hell. Its height grew to over two meters, and its shoulders broadened and waist thickened, giving off an intense sense of pressure.

At this moment, this once-ordinary Apprentice-Tier Skeleton had been completely transformed, becoming a [Berserker Heroic Spirit]. It dual-wielded axes, its gaze sharp. Within its eyeless sockets, a fierce battle intent burned.

A prompt appeared in Fang Zhou's mind.

"[Skeleton] medium selected. [Berserker Heroic Spirit] successfully summoned!"

[Berserker Heroic Spirit]: Apprentice Middle Rank. Masters a portion of the [Berserker] Profession Skills. After being defeated, it must return to the [Berserker Mark] to be nurtured and recover. Summon duration is based on the Summoner's Spirit Attribute.

"Due to its low level, only one Skill Tree can be chosen at this time."

"Please select the Heroic Spirit's Skill Tree: [Blood Fury Series], [Golden Body Series], [Battle Cry Series]..."

I can only choose one Skill Tree?

Fang Zhou's brow furrowed slightly, but he quickly made a decision. Having interacted extensively with Instructor Lu Hu over the past few months, he had gained a great deal of insight into the excellent melee Profession of the [Berserker].

The [Blood Fury Series] was the most mainstream Berserker Skill Tree, which used fury to amplify attacks and was renowned for its incredibly high Attack Power.

The [Golden Body Series] was a Skill Tree pioneered by General Ning Feihu. It transformed anger into Life Energy, allowing for ceaseless battle and incredible vitality. It provided extremely high Defense Power.

The [Battle Cry Series] was relatively niche. It could convert internal fury into a stirring Battle Cry, producing various buff or debuff effects.

There were several other Skill Trees that were not yet fully developed, so Fang Zhou didn't consider them for now.

Thinking about my combat system, my offense is covered. I have the Skeleton Series Skills and my Skeleton Army, which is greatly enhanced by the [Group Brutality Skill]. That's more than enough for the Apprentice Stage. In contrast, my defense is lacking. Both Instructor Su Xinyan and Meng Hongzhuang have pointed out that the Skeletons I can summon are quite fragile compared to those of other Elite Professionals at the same tier. If I face a powerful Combat Professional who is skilled with Displacement Skills, my Skeleton Army lacks the high-end fighting power needed to protect me.

Considering this, Fang Zhou looked at the [Berserker Heroic Spirit] simmering with battle intent before him and immediately made his choice.

I'll choose the [Golden Body Series]!

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