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After the seal settled into Beast Boy's back, Raven's eyes glowed faintly as she connected to the magic of the seal, scanning the possibilities it revealed. She focused intently, and after a moment, she spoke to Beast Boy with a thoughtful expression.
"It seems you have some interesting options here," Raven said, her voice calm but tinged with..not disappointed. "Let me tell you the classes you can choose from based on your abilities and experience."
"It's seems you have the potential to take the classes. A Monk, A Druid and A Scout," she listed, letting the names hang in the air. "Don't worry I've gide you through this"
"Thanks" beast boy signed in relief
She began with the first class. "Monk. I need to know, have you ever done anything like these things before? Focusing on inner strength, martial arts, body building or even meditation?"
Beast Boy chuckled, scratching the back of his head. "I've done some training with my adoptive parents and Robin, picked up a few martial arts moves, but meditation? That's more of a Raven thing. I've always been the guy who jumps into action, not one to sit still and clear my mind. Inner strength? Sure, I have tried that but I'm more about turning into a bear and smashing things, boby building ya not heavy but to a decent amount"
Raven raised an eyebrow, acknowledging his response. "The reason you have the monk class is mostly because of your unarmed fighting that you do"
She then moved on to the next class. "Druid. I know you can wild shape into animals but do you also have a strong connection to nature and/or to its animals."
Beast Boy's expression softened as he considered this. "Yeah, definitely. I love being in nature, the trees, rocks, rivers. I feel at ease when I am near nature. About the animals, it's more of a neutral relationship"
Raven nodded slightly, her gaze steady. "The Druid class is deeply connected to the natural world, if you focused on druid your shifting abilities will definitely be a lot better, plus you might be able to get additional benefits when your in nature "
Finally, she spoke about the last class. "Scout. Have you ever relied on stealth, speed, or gathering information in your missions?"
Beast Boy grinned sheepishly. "Yeah, I've done my share of sneaking around. Sometimes I even snuck into Raven's room—" He stopped abruptly, realizing who he was talking to, and his face turned a bit red. "Uh, I mean, yeah, I've done recon work. Turning into a mouse or a bird helps with that. I've scoped out places, gathered intel without being noticed. It's not my main gig, but I'm pretty good at it when I need to be. I can move fast, blend in, and get out without being seen."
Raven's expression remained unreadable, but she continued. "The Scout class plays to those strengths—using your speed, stealth, and sharp senses to navigate dangerous terrain, gather information, and stay one step ahead of your enemies. It's a path that could make you an even more effective infiltrator."
Beast Boy listened carefully, considering how each class aligned with his abilities and personality. Raven's explanations gave him a clearer understanding of how each path could shape his role in this new world, making him think carefully about his next move.
Raven studied Beast Boy for a moment, weighing her words carefully. "Each of these classes has its strengths, and any of them could be beneficial depending on the situation. But based on what you've told me, here's what I recommend."
"You should start with Druid. It's the closest to what you're already capable of, and it will enhance your natural abilities right away to a certain degree. The Druid class will allow you to refine your ability to shape shift and any nature perks, you might also get better at meditation if your in the forest, which can help you with your monk class, making you more versatile in combat and survival situations."
Raven then gestured toward the Scout symbol. "Next, I'd suggest taking on the Scout class. Your ability to transform into smaller, stealthier creatures fits well with the Scout's skill set. Once you've got a better handle on your environment and can move undetected, you'll be able to gather information and avoid unnecessary confrontations. It will give you a tactical advantage, especially if you need to navigate unfamiliar or hostile territory."
Finally, she pointed to the Monk symbol. "Last, I recommend you pursue the Monk class, generally the monk class is a strong class. I know some monks who can stop swords with there bare hands and break boulders with a single hit."
Raven's eyes met Beast Boy's as she finished her explanation. "By progressing in this order, you'll build on your existing strengths while also addressing areas where you can improve. Each class will complement the others, making you more well-rounded and adaptable in this world."
"you'll need to do a lot of meditation to level up your monks class to get the best skills"
"Rae, can't I just go to the dungeon, kill some goblins, and level up my Monk?"
"You don't need to go to the dungeon to level up. You can train to gain experience, but yes, at some point, you'll need to fight as a Monk to get stronger," Raven replied before adding, "And don't call me 'Rae,' it's Raven."
"Rae, trying to get me to call you Raven is an uphill battle. The other Raven knew that," he teased, but quickly shifted tone. "There are a couple of things I don't understand about classes."
Recognizing the importance of the conversation, Raven gestured for him to continue.
"Let's say a warrior fights a dragon but can't kill it. It flies off, crashes at my feet, unconscious but still alive. If I decide to finish it off, do I get the experience and level up?"
"No, you wouldn't level up. You didn't contribute to the fight. Maybe if you used a special move, you could gain experience for that specific skill, but you could still achieve that through training."
"Then how does having a class even help? What are the benefits of choosing a class?"
"Think of it this way. Let's say there's a guy who wants to be a great warrior. He goes to a knight's school, spends ten years learning every technique, every move, and finally, he's able to kill an orc on his own."
She paused before continuing, "Now, consider another scenario. This guy spends three years learning the basics, then becomes an adventurer with a crest. It takes him four more years of real-world battles to kill an orc. So, seven years in total instead of ten. But if these two warriors met, they'd have completely different skill sets and fighting styles."
"Why is that?"
"The first guy learned from instructors, memorizing techniques. The second guy learned by doing—by fighting in real battles. His experience is more adaptable, more practical."
"So, the second guy is better?"
"Not necessarily. The first guy might have a deeper understanding of specific techniques or strategies because of his formal training. But the second guy's experience gives him the edge in unexpected situations. It's a balance."
"What happens if both guys were in a battle against something entirely new?"
"The first guy would rely on what he's learned, trying to apply his training to the situation. The second guy, on the other hand, might adapt faster because he's used to thinking on his feet. It's like a chess player versus a street fighter. Both can be deadly, but in different ways."
"So, is there a right way to level up or get stronger?"
"Yes, start with a decent training once you have learnt the basics you can move to a class"
"How does it work, I mean the class system. According to you they help but how, I mean like what do they do to make you stronger faster"
Raven faced changed to that of being lost in thought. "Let's use the monk as an example."
Seeing she had his undivided attention "A monk is fighting a hobgoblin. He does there punches and followed with a kick and then a elbow to finish. After he has done this he goes on with his day while a monk with a crest gets a skill added to his class. Called...combo hits. Seeing this he starts using this skill more often and he gets better and so his skill level increase to reflect his growth until it won't anymore and that is when he puts more attention into it and he became a lot stronger."
"The another use is that it help you pick an advance class in the future. Because if you are naturally more of a...let's say a person who deals more hits with less damage. You skill with that level will increase and you'll have a idea of where your strength are."
"I get that point. It would be bad if you were a speed centric fighter but you are training for a heavy hitter."
"Any thing else?"
"What if I want to mix classes, like Monk and Druid?"
"It's possible, but challenging. You'd be spreading your focus across different skill sets. It's like trying to master both painting and sculpture. You can do both, but you might not reach the same level of mastery in each as someone who focuses on just one. But if you do succeed that that would be a huge." Raven told him while still going through some pages in her book. "A monk has the ability to strengthen himself to the point where his hits can break boulders and an animal that has this strength can be devastating"
"Is there anyone who's done that and succeeded?"
"There are a few. Take the story of Silas, a warrior who also trained as a mage. He spent years perfecting both, he became a sword mage, there are runes on his sword that help him cut a earth dragon with a single slash, But it took him twice as long to reach that level of proficiency compared to those who focused on just one discipline."
"So it's possible, but I'd have to work twice as hard."
"Exactly. And you'd need to be prepared for setbacks. But if you succeed, you'd have a unique set of abilities that few could match."
Beast Boy nodded, absorbing the information. "Alright, Rae, let's do it."
Raven prepared to activate the seal, her hand glowing softly with energy."I am putting you as a druid as your first class"
As she placed her hand gently on his back, a subtle warmth began to spread through Beast Boy's body. He felt something click within him, like gears aligning in a new way.
Then, something unexpected happened. "He felt a sudden heat rise in his back not painful but as if to let him know that there was something there.
Raven's eyes widened as she noticed the seal starting to glow more intensely than before. "What… The seal… it's starting to glow."
Beast Boy looked at her, puzzled. "What does that mean?"
Raven glanced at the glowing seal with a mix of surprise and curiosity. "It means you're ready for the next level. You've reached level 100. You can now shift to more advanced classes."
Beast Boy's eyes widened in disbelief. "How am I already level 100?"
Raven nodded thoughtfully. "It's because of your previous experience. As I mentioned, your strength and experience contribute to your level and class, not the other way around."
Before Beast Boy could respond, words started to appear in the air in front of him, like a holographic display only he could see.
"You can see your class and its perks and everything, right?" Raven asked, observing his reaction.
"Yeah, I can," Beast Boy replied, his attention fully focused on the words in front of him.
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*Level 1: Novice Druid – Wild Shapeshifter*
*Abilities*
- *Basic Transformations* Allows the user to transform into common animals like a wolf, hawk, or tiger. These forms grant the user the appropriate strength and weaknesses of the chosen animal.
- *Animal Instincts* The user gains moderately heightened senses and reflexes, even in human form.
- *Quick Shift* Enables the user to change forms quickly in response to immediate threats or opportunities.
*Special Traits*
- *Animal Communication* Basic ability to understand and communicate with animals on a rudimentary level.
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"Wait, I can only change into small animals?" Beast Boy muttered, concern creeping into his voice. To test it out, he suddenly shifted into a grizzly bear, only to revert back to his human form moments later.
The sudden transformation caught Raven off guard, causing her to stumble back slightly as a few nearby items toppled over. She glared at him, clearly irritated. "You idiot! Be more careful!"
"Sorry, I just got a bit worried," Beast Boy apologized quickly, offering to clean up the mess. But Raven stopped him with a wave of her hand.
"Just… go out and get us some food. Rabbit if possible," she instructed, trying to refocus the situation.
Beast Boy returned later, carrying only vegetarian options. "I couldn't find any animals," he explained sheepishly.
Raven sighed but nodded, deciding to move on. "Let's continue with the next level."
She placed her hand on his back once more, and the same warm glow emitted from the seal. As new words appeared in front of Beast Boy, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.
"How long have you been using Wild Shape?" Raven asked, her tone more curious now.
"All my life, though it's not really Wild Shape. My parents were scientists. They were researching the animal gene pool when I got sick. Only a certain kind of monkey was immune to the virus, so they changed me into a monkey. When I recovered, I found I could change into any animal, past or present, as long as I understood it. I was five or six at the time, and now I'm eighteen—almost nineteen."
Raven's eyes widened slightly as she processed this information. "No wonder. It takes years of using your ability to evolve, not just once but twice."
New words began to materialize in front of Beast Boy.
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*Level 2: Adept Shapeshifter*
*Abilities*
- *Enhanced Transformations* Access to more powerful and bigger forms, such as a bear or lion.
- *Animal enhancer* Can increase the size of an animal to a certain extent.
- *Improved Animal Communication* Can now communicate more effectively with animals, influencing their behavior to a certain degree and calling them for aid with a 30% success chance.
*Special Traits*
- *Regeneration* Moderate healing occurs while shifting from one form to another.
- *Elemental Adaptation* Elemental assistance while in specific animal forms.
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"What does Elemental Adaptation mean?" Beast Boy asked, staring at the words with a puzzled expression.
Raven thought for a moment before responding. "Is there any land animal you use for defense?"
"A land turtle," Beast Boy replied as he shifted into one.
Raven observed him closely, her eyes narrowing as if analyzing something. After a few moments, she told him to change back. "I see what it does. The turtle had an earth defense spell on its shell. So I'm guessing some animals have elemental spells added to them, like water for fish to swim better or wind for birds for faster flight."
Beast Boy's face lit up with excitement. "Nice!"
"Let's move on to the third evolution," Raven suggested, placing her hand on his back once more.
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*Level 3: Master Shapeshifter*
*Abilities*
- *Hybrid Forms* Ability to blend characteristics of two animals into one form.
- *Mastery of Animal Communication* Full communication and the ability to command animals to a certain extent with a chance of success being 58%.
*Special Traits*
- *Elemental Mastery* Partial control over natural elements in specific animal forms.
- *Shape Memory* Retain partial abilities or traits from recently used animal forms even when in human form.
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"Wow, Rae, just look at all of this! I can now change into hybrid animals! How awesome is that?" Beast Boy's excitement was contagious as he grinned at Raven.
She couldn't help but smile back, though it was a small one. "I have to hand it to you, Garfield; it's quite impressive."
"Wait, how do you know my name?"
"Details like that are all mentioned in the class crest," Raven explained, her tone neutral.
Beast Boy's expression shifted slightly. "Can you not call me that? It's not a name I go by anymore."
Raven's eyes softened, and she nodded. "I understand."
She didn't say anything more, and neither did Beast Boy, but the silence between them was not uncomfortable. It was as if they had reached an understanding, a quiet acknowledgment of each other's pasts and present choices.
"It seems you can shift to a more advance specific class." Raven told him while new words appeared infront of him.
1. *Titan Blood*
2. *Chimera*
3. *Magic Beast*
4. *Beast Master*
5. *Spectrum*
Ok guys what do you think of the chapter.
It took some time, mainly I didn't know how to make it sound like a natural conversation between two people. Next chapter is also a bit of a diving into the class system.
What all beast boy can do.
Which class should beast boy take, according to you.
Which class do you think he is suitable for.
What should be the evolution path be next.
If i left anything let me know.
if you don't understand the class system let me know.
Well so many questions. I don't even the answers to.
Current Chapter 15 August 2024
Next Chapter 18 August 2024
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