Survival on the Internet: A Bizarre Start at Sea

With a thought, 5 free attribute points were instantly injected into the spirit attribute, and the spirit value on the panel changed from 50 to 55.

A cool energy instantly surged into my mind, making my spirit more focused and my senses much sharper.

"The improvement in physical attributes will not only enhance melee combat capabilities but also better withstand the backlash from alchemical mutations or other skills. However, more dangers will inevitably arise in the future."

"The remaining 3 points should be added to the body."

Three free attribute points were injected into the body, increasing the body value on the panel from 42 to 45.

The warm energy spread through his limbs and bones, instantly soothing the fatigue and minor injuries left from exploring the dungeon.

The power within my body is becoming increasingly abundant, and with each breath, I can feel my body becoming more and more resilient.

"Attribute allocation complete. Spirit 55, Physique 45. These attributes should be considered top-tier among second-tier players."

Su Zhisu opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing in them, and then focused his mind on the skill points.

Completing a dungeon rewards 2 skill points, and a hidden quest rewards an additional 1 point, for a total of 3 skill points, which is just enough to upgrade your skills.

"Mysterious Alchemy is the core skill, currently at level 4. Use 2 skill points to gradually upgrade it to level 5 first, and unlock the first advancement path."

Su Zhisu stared intently at the panel, the three options for upgrading from level 4 to level 5 appearing in his mind:

[Comprehensive Network Notice]: Based on players' subjective intentions and unique perceptions, please choose one of the following three optimization directions:

[1. Mutation Mastery: Increases the probability of high-quality alteration attributes appearing in alchemy]

[2. Cost Reduction: Reduces the consumption of Strange Power during alchemy]

[3. Effect Enhancement: Improves the effect of refined products]

After a moment's thought, Su Zhisu made his choice: "I'll choose option one, 'Alienation Mastery.' The probability of high-quality affixes appearing is higher, making it easier to 'get gold'!"

Taking a deep breath, he slowly poured 1 skill point into the Mysterious Alchemy skill. Instantly, a vast amount of alchemical knowledge flooded into his mind.

Countless techniques, formulas, and deviant ideas about bizarre alchemy flooded Su Zhixu's consciousness like a tidal wave.

Some of the obscure aspects I encountered when using the Mysterious Alchemy technique before have now become clear.

[Network Notification]: Your skill [Strange Alchemy] has been upgraded to lv.5 (Proficient), unlocking the trait: Alienation Mastery (increases the probability of high-quality affixes appearing in alchemy alienation).

After absorbing the new abilities at level 5, Su Zhisu continued to invest a second skill point to upgrade to level 6. At this point, three new options reappeared on the panel:

[Comprehensive Network Notice]: Based on players' subjective intentions and unique perceptions, please choose one of the following three optimization directions:

【1. Multiple Alchemy: When a mysterious alchemy is successful, the number of finished products has a chance to increase (the multiplier and probability depend on the skill level)】

[2. Fast Alchemy: Reduces the time required for bizarre alchemy]

【3. Trait Locking: One additional trait attribute can be locked during alchemy transformation, and it will reappear during subsequent transformations】

"Select the third option, 'Characteristic Lock,' and you won't lose any good attributes when you encounter them during subsequent alchemy transformations."

With a thought, the second skill point was injected, and more advanced alchemical knowledge flooded into the mind. The control over the strange power became more precise, and one could even vaguely sense that the range of options available during mutation was wider.

[Network Notification]: Your skill [Strange Alchemy] has been upgraded to lv.6 (Mastery), unlocking the trait: Trait Lock (one core trait can be locked during mutation, and it will reappear during subsequent mutations).

Two notification sounds from the integrated network rang in his mind one after another. Su Zhisu slowly digested the new knowledge, a faint smile appearing on his lips.

"Great! Reaching the mastery level in bizarre alchemy not only increases the probability of obtaining high-quality affixes in alchemy mutations, but also locks in an additional good affix trait. This will greatly improve the tolerance for errors in alchemy mutations and help Hydeland solve alchemy problems more effectively."

After digesting the new knowledge, Su Zhisu allocated her remaining skill point to the Alchemy Purification skill. At this moment, three options for upgrading Alchemy Purification from level 2 to level 3 simultaneously appeared:

[Comprehensive Network Notice]: Based on players' subjective intentions and unique perceptions, please choose one of the following three optimization directions:

[1. Increased Range: Expands the coverage area of ​​the Alchemy Purification array]

2. Purification Enchantment: Adds a large amount of "Purification" effect to a single attack.

【3. Deep Purification: Enhances the purification effect of each layer of marks in 'Overlay Combo'】

"Choosing the third option, 'Deep Purification,' is ultimately the best choice for adjusting numerical values!"

One skill point was injected into alchemy purification, and a stream of pure energy spread from the arm to the fingertips, which emitted a faint silver-white light, more concentrated and refined than the light at level 2.

[Network Notification]: Your skill [Alchemy Purification] has been upgraded to lv.3 (Proficient), unlocking the trait: Deep Purification (enhances the purification effect of each layer of mark in 'Stacked Mark Combo').

"Skill upgrade complete. Mystic Alchemy lv.6, Alchemy Purification lv.3. My alchemy ability has been greatly improved, which fits perfectly with the subsequent plan."

I put away the light from my fingertips, stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the view of Hydeland city outside.

"I made a promise with Master Morris that after the alchemy workshop was explored, I would use alchemical mutation to help him solve a tricky problem. Now it's time to fulfill that promise and also try out the upgraded bizarre alchemical abilities."

With that thought in mind, Su Zhisu stopped lingering, picked up the room key, and walked straight out of the guest room.

The Alchemists' Guild remained busy, the air thick with the scents of herbs and solvents. Alchemists hurried to and fro, some selecting materials, others exchanging alchemy tips.

Su Zhisu went straight to the top floor and headed toward Master Morris's laboratory.

Arriving at the laboratory door, I gently knocked.

"Come in."

The slightly aged voice of Master Maurice came from inside the room, accompanied by a soft cough. Compared to last time, his voice sounded somewhat tired.

Su Zhisu pushed open the door and entered, passing by the bookshelves filled with various books. He saw Master Morris sitting at the alchemy workbench, his brows furrowed, staring at a murky vial of potion in his hand, looking troubled.

"Master Maurice."

Su Zhisu spoke softly, stepped forward, and spoke in a tone that was more familiar than usual.

Master Morris looked up and saw Su Zhisu. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but then he regained his troubled expression and gently rubbed his temples with his fingertips.

"Su Zhisu? You're back? How long has it been?"

"How's the 'Puppet Grip' alchemy workshop going? I thought you'd be stuck in the Reef District for a few more days."

"Things are going relatively smoothly. The alchemy workshop is now back under our control, and the Queen has agreed to assist in its reconstruction."

Su Zhisu smiled, her gaze falling on the potion in his hand.

Judging from your expression, are you facing a bottleneck?