Having a story idea like this is so helpful...
We will see his powers more fully next time.
Nate found Totosai after a week of searching, literally at the first volcano he searched. It was oddly easy but hey he wasn't complaining, In that time, in a mere week, Nate had managed to kill six demons. Three crow demons, two more spiders, and one weak plant demon. He was glad for this, it made his life easier, getting comfortable with killing reaching a point that he could fight without fear or anxiety.
Ignoring the incredible heat, he found his way into Totosai's lair, which was the corpse of a large demon. "Hello, Totosai?" He asked, able to sense to vibrational energy of the potent yokai.
"Yes, what do you..." the demon said, walking out of a corpse revealing himself to be an older looking man in a simple outfit of green carrying a large hammer. He stopped, stunned at Nate's appearance. "A human, what do you want?"
"I am a priest, and I would like your help Totoasi."
"In what way?"
"I would like a blade, one that can channel my power to a superior level, that is stronger and more durable. If I must learn to do this, to craft my blade, I will. I have heard of your mighty work, of the Tessagia and the sword that could ressurect the dead. I am aiming to create a tool of incredible power, to survive this era of magic and monsters. What say you?"
The Demon hummed and hawed for a moment. "I do not sense any malice coming off of you... I cannot craft a blade for spiritual powers, I am a demon but what I can do is help you learn to do so. I will teach you, however it will only be for a few months. I can only show you the basics, the spiritual aspect of the creation is something you msut discover on your own."
And a wicked smiled almost crossed Nate's face, ever closer to the destiny he was willing and wanting to carve himself.
For four months he dedicated himself to the craft of making swords, of layering enchantments, of using special materials and metals. He helped gather materials, sharpen and reforge blades, maintain and clean Totosai's home. It was as grueling as his Priest training had been, adding greatly to his endurance and strength. Even more so as he still practiced his priest powers as well, just to stay in shape. They also came in handy, refining his skills and testing them by infusing them into various materials.
His goal was to create a weapon as powerful as useful as the Longbow of Mount Azuza! A sacred weapon of incredible power, one that could purify almost anything by adding to the wielders innate power. A blade like that, was his goal.
To that end, he studied hard. Training and working himself to the bone... and when rumors of the Shikon jewel resurfacing and shattering came to even Totosai, through a Boar Demon customer, Nate's desires only increased. The Shikon jewel by itself was incredible, spread about it in fragments would only make it and their world more dangerous. Nate was no godly being, to survive and thrive, he knew full well he would more power...
"Nate, to craft your blade, you will need herbs to channel immense purifying power from your core. There is a farm, several miles from here, that contain the herbs. It is run by a demon I hear, but it should be what you need. I have taught you enough magic to get yourself started, to create a blade on your own, on a basic level. You have the means to create the enchantments, you just need to bolster your power and collect the right supplies to craft it. Go to this farm, and gather what you require. Practice what I have taught you, strengthen your skills and powers. I will come to you when I sense you are ready. I will begin to collect the metals you need, though it may take me some time."
Bowing to his second master, Nate said. "Thank you, Totosai. I will never forget your aid."
After looking at a map, he was off, on to the next stage of his journey of power, ready to really get himself started as a Priest of Choice.
Chapter end, tell me what you think in the reviews.
This was a joy to write.
Love, your Ninja Overlord,
Mika.