I Am a Hero With A Hundred Abilities-Chapter 23: Ch 22. Force Might

In the world of heroes, abilities are the foundation of strength. No matter how skilled or physically gifted someone may be, their true potential is determined by the number of abilities they possess and, more importantly, their mastery over them.

A hero's survival in battle isn't solely dictated by their level—it's their proficiency in wielding their abilities that decides whether they walk away victorious or become just another corpse on the battlefield.

Mastery is the refinement of an ability, increasing both its efficiency and power output while significantly reducing Meta Essence consumption.

The higher the mastery, the more devastating and cost-effective an ability becomes.

The mastery levels are as follows:

Beginner Mastery – 0% Reduction, basic control.

Intermediate Mastery – 10% Reduction, minor efficiency increase.

Advanced Mastery – 30% Reduction, noticeable improvement.

Expert Mastery – 60% Reduction, refined control, significant power boost.

Peak Mastery – 99% Reduction, the pinnacle of ability refinement.

However, achieving Peak Mastery is an impossible feat for most.

Even the most talented heroes—those who awaken as Legendary or Mystic Rank—can, at best, push only a single ability to Peak Mastery in their lifetime, with their remaining abilities stuck at Expert or Advanced mastery.

This highlights how difficult mastery progression is, requiring relentless training, experience, and an innate connection with one's power.

Yet, Ethan stands as an anomaly—a being who defies the natural order. His innate talent grants him access to 100 abilities, each of them naturally advancing to Peak Mastery as soon as he acquires them.

Such a power is unheard of, a game-breaking ability that places him leagues above even the strongest heroes of this world.

With such an ability, his rise to the top is inevitable—but only if he survives the trials ahead.

Talent alone does not guarantee victory. In a world where death is absolute and enemies grow stronger with each passing day, Ethan must prove himself worthy of his power, or he will fall like those before him.

But he knew that reaching his full potential was a concern for his future self. Right now, none of that mattered—because in front of him stood a Greater Dread Gobkar, and it was clear that this was one of the reasons for the emergency alert.

His eyes flicked to the scene before him. The monster was poised to strike down a woman, its dark blade raised for a fatal blow.

Ethan didn't know who she was. And it wasn't some romantic moment of fate—this was simply what it meant to be a hero. Someone was about to get killed, and he couldn't just stand by and let that happen.

Of course, the fact that the monster looked strong was just an added bonus.

Without hesitation, Ethan activated his newly acquired ability.

A shockwave burst from the ground beneath him, forming a small crater where he once stood.

In the blink of an eye, he reappeared beside the Greater Gobkar, his fist already swinging.

The resulting impact was devastating.

The Gobkar's body was launched like a cannonball, smashing through the stone walls of the den, sending rubble and dust flying everywhere.

Ethan scratched his cheek, watching the destruction unfold.

"Was that too much force?"

It wasn't that he couldn't control his new ability—he had complete mastery over it.

If anything, the Gobkar was just too weak to react.

But maybe he was also at fault for choosing such an exaggerated ability.

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[Ability Information]

— Ability Name: [Force Might]

— Ability Type: Intrinsic / Instant / Manipulation

— Mastery Level: Master

— Tier: Common

— Ability Description:

Harnesses an overwhelming force that amplifies the user's strength exponentially upon activation. The ability manipulates raw kinetic energy, allowing for devastating strikes that can shatter defenses and overwhelm opponents with sheer physical power.

Effects:

— Instantly increases physical force output based on the user's base stats.

— Can be channeled into attacks to enhance impact damage.

— Enhances punches, kicks, weapon strikes, and grapples, turning ordinary attacks into crushing blows.

— Mastery Bonuses (Peak Level):

— Meta Essence Cost Reduction: -99%

— Increased Output Efficiency: Force amplification is enhanced significantly.

— Additional Notes:

This ability scales with the user's physical stats, making it a devastating tool in close combat. With Peak-level mastery, its efficiency has reached a point where the user can unleash terrifying power without significant Meta Essence drain.

However, [Force Might] isn't just about attack power. At Peak Mastery, the ability unlocked an additional effect.

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[System Message]

[Peak Mastery Effect Unlocked: Force Drain]

The user can absorb and nullify a portion of incoming force, reducing the damage taken from attacks.

The stronger the attack, the more force is absorbed.

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This was the true reason Ethan had chosen this ability. Not only could he hit harder, but he could also tank damage.

He was not just an offensive powerhouse—he was becoming an unstoppable force on the battlefield.

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Additionally, by manipulating force in specific ways, Ethan could also increase his movement speed, making him a well-rounded fighter.

He lacked other things like a support ability for healing and also long distance abilites for ranged attacks—but he could make do with healing medicine for now and Battle tech could handle the range problem.

A deep, guttural growl echoed through the rubble interrupting Ethan's toughts.

The Greater Dread Gobkar stirred, pushing itself free from the debris. Its crimson eyes burned with rage as they locked onto Ethan.

Its slightly developed mind twisted with hatred and bloodlust. Ethan had humiliated it.

Now, it was going to torture him before giving him the most gruesome death imaginable.

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Dante lay motionless, his body battered and weak.

The pain from his wounds barely registered anymore. What truly consumed him was helplessness.

He was supposed to be the leader. He was supposed to protect his team.

And yet, he could only watch in horror as the Greater Dread Gobkar raised its wicked blade over Elara.

Elara wasn't moving. She was too focused on saving Alden, pouring everything she had into healing him.

Dante clenched his fists, his vision blurring. This was it. This was how it ended.

Then, it happened.

A deafening boom shook the air. The Greater Gobkar's massive body vanished, only to explode through the stone walls of the den, shattering rock and debris in its wake.

What?!

Dante's breath caught in his throat.

His mind struggled to comprehend what had just happened. His eyes darted toward the source of the attack—and what he saw shattered his self-esteem completely.

Standing there, calmly scratching his cheek, was a boy.

No, a young man. He didn't even look twenty.

Eighteen? Dante thought, his stomach twisting. Did a newly awakened eighteen-year-old just send a Greater Gobkar flying like a ragdoll?

The young man had raven-black hair, sharp features, and piercing golden eyes that held a detached arrogance, as if he were looking down on the world itself.

He exuded the kind of confidence that only absolute power could provide.

Then, the stranger spoke.

"Was that too much force?"

Dante's chest tightened.

That question wasn't asked with boastfulness or mockery—it was genuine.

This teenager had just obliterated the same monster that nearly killed all of them, and he was worried about using too much force?

Dante couldn't fathom it. What kind of monster had just stepped onto this battlefield?

His gaze flickered back to Elara and Alden.

Elara had managed to stabilize him.

A sigh of relief escaped Dante's lips.

At least one disaster had been averted.

But as he turned his attention back to the stranger, his heart nearly stopped.

The Greater Gobkar was already back on its feet.

It was seething with fury.

The monster that had toyed with them before now radiated pure killing intent, its crimson eyes filled with hatred.

With a roar, the Gobkar lunged forward—and this time, it moved faster than before.

Dante barely had time to process the movement before he heard it.

Sching!

A black blur slashed through the air, its deadly arc aimed directly at the stranger's head.

Dante's heart froze. The attack was too fast for him to see.

Then... nothing happened.

No blood.

No impact.

No explosion of force.

Nothing.

Dante's eyes widened as he focused on the scene before him.

The Gobkar's massive blade had been stopped—mid-swing—by the boy's bare hand.

Not only that... but the boy looked bored.

No wounds. No strain. Not even a scratch.

He had caught the Gobkar's full-powered attack like it was nothing.

Dante's mind reeled.

What kind of monster had just come to save them?

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A/N will release an extra Chapter if I get 50 power stones.

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