Chapter 1162: Thunder Devouring
Chapter 1162: Thunder Devouring
“Tingting…”
Tingbao hesitated, letting out a soft call.
But it doesn’t have wings…how can it fly?
Qiao Sang chuckled, “Look at Treasure Seeker and Qingbao. They don’t have wings either, yet they fly.”
“Tingting.”
Tingbao called again, more precisely this time.
But they’re not flying—they’re floating.
Qiao Sang twitched at the corner of her mouth but said, “Regardless, this form has flying capabilities. Just try to get used to it.”
“Tingting.”
Tingbao nodded, its expression half-doubtful as it focused inward.
Moments later, its claws lifted from the floor, and its entire body began to rise.
“Tingting!”
The creature’s face lit up with excitement as it let out a cry.
Its body twisted through the air, ascending rapidly before zipping around the living room.
So it really can fly… Qiao Sang gazed at Tingbao’s aerial display, her thoughts drifting to a daydream of herself soaring high atop its back.
Truthfully, nearly every citizen of Longguoan secretly yearned for flight, and riding a dragon-type beast companion was the pinnacle of such dreams.
But at Tingbao’s current size, it probably couldn’t carry her freely yet…
“Steel Chief.”
Suddenly, Steel Treasure’s voice echoed in her mind.
Liu’s whole body is covered in scales. Riding it should feel similar to riding me.
Qiao Sang: “….”
As Qiao Sang and Steel Treasure conversed mentally, Treasure Seeker reentered the living room, spotting Tingbao’s midair acrobatics. Its eyes sparkled instantly.
“Xunxun!”
Liu, you’ve learned to fly!
It teleported to Tingbao’s side.
But the moment it arrived, the size difference became stark.
Treasure Seeker’s excitement vanished in an instant.
“Tingting!”
Tingbao turned, calling out joyfully.
Treasure Seeker didn’t respond. It floated toward the sofa instead, its posture visibly dejected.
“Tingting?”
Tingbao tilted its head, puzzled by Treasure Seeker’s sudden shift.
One moment cheerful, the next gloomy—why?
“Qingqing.”
Qingbao materialized beside Tingbao, letting out a short call.
Don’t worry about it. Its moods come in waves.
“Tingting.”
Taking Qingbao’s advice, Tingbao resumed its playful soaring.
“Xunxun…”
Treasure Seeker lay sprawled on the sofa, looking dispirited.
Qiao Sang approached, asking, “What’s wrong?”
“Xunxun…”
Treasure Seeker let out a low, melancholic cry, its meaning clear—Liu’s grown so much bigger…
I figured you’d be upset about that… Qiao Sang consoled, “Size doesn’t matter. It’s not like Liu’s stronger than you. Besides, didn’t you say you wanted to find that mysterious fruit that increases size?”
“Xunxun~”
At the mention of the fruit, Treasure Seeker’s eyes lit up.
“Xunxun…”
But just as quickly, it drooped again.
It had no idea where to start searching.
“There’s plenty of info online. Try looking it up,” Qiao Sang said, pulling out her phone and handing it over.
“Xunxun~”
Treasure Seeker perked up, eagerly snatching the phone to begin its search.
At least it’s motivated again… Qiao Sang thought with relief. Then an idea struck her. Closing her eyes, she focused, entering the Beastmaster Codex.
The pages turned swiftly, landing on the final entry.
Name: Thunder Dragon
Attributes: Dragon, Electric
Level: Intermediate (1100/10000)+
Traits:
Primary Trait: Multiple Scales (Rank A, 1086/10000)
Status: Abnormal Effective
Description: (When fully charged, damage taken is halved)
Secondary Trait: Lightning Rod (Rank S, Max)
Status: Transcendent
Description: (Immune to Electric-type moves. Boosts special attack power when hit by Electric-type skills.)
Third Trait: Mental Power (Rank C, 568/1000)
Status: Available
Description: (Mentally disciplined, unshaken by opponents’ attacks or pressure, immune to intimidation.)
Fourth Trait: Static (Rank A, 1/10000)
Status: Abnormal Effective
Description: (Chance to paralyze opponents using contact-based moves.)
Fifth Trait: Thunder Devouring (Rank B, 1/2000)
Status: Effective
Description: (Can traverse thunderstorms to consume lightning, replenishing or boosting energy.)
Skills:
Discharge (Mastery 10001/20000)+
Intimidating Glare (Small Success 1087/2000)+
Dragon Tail (Proficient 386/500)+
Dragon Claw (Novice 1/100)+
Electric Net (Novice 1/100)+
Ten Thousand Volts (Novice 1/100)+
Two new traits… Qiao Sang’s gaze lingered on the additions.
Static, which paralyzes opponents using contact moves—is similar to Fangy’s Flame Body…
Thunder Devouring, consuming lightning to replenish energy…
No wonder thunder dragons are said to vanish storms by devouring their lightning…
Come to think of it, ordinary electric beasts couldn’t possibly consume natural lightning. Natural lightning is far more intense than any familiar’s skill.
If it can consume nature’s lightning, could it also swallow lightning skills from familiars?
Qiao Sang’s mind raced with possibilities.
She steadied her thoughts, shifting focus to the new skills.
Three new skills: Dragon Claw, Electric Net, Ten Thousand Volts—all familiar techniques.
Dragon Claw is a mid-tier Dragon-type close-range attack.
Electric Net is a mid-tier Electric-type skill that damages while restraining.
Ten Thousand Volts, a high-grade Electric skill.
Didn’t expect Tingbao to awaken Ten Thousand Volts right after being struck by it… Qiao Sang noted the final skill, her thoughts reflective.
Though awakening an Advanced skill at the Intermediate stage is impressive, she’d recently seen Qingbao’s overwhelming stats. Since Tingbao already had Advanced skills in its Junior Stage, Ten Thousand Volts didn’t shock her—it just made her wonder.
Collecting her thoughts, she returned to reality.
Suddenly, she turned to Treasure Seeker. “Phone, I need it back.”
“Xunxun?”
Treasure Seeker blinked in disbelief.
You’re taking it already?
Qiao Sang sighed, “Just need to post a mission. I’ll give it back right after.”
“Xunxun~”
Treasure Seeker gave a “Why didn’t you say so earlier?” look but handed the phone over promptly.
Among Tingbao’s new traits and skills, Thunder Devouring intrigued her the most. Since there was no storm currently to test it, she needed an alternative. Qingbao could summon a thunderstorm, but it’s an Epic skill that randomly strikes 2-3 bolts. For Tingbao’s B-Rank trait, catching or surviving those strikes would be too difficult. Testing with a familiar’s lightning was uncertain. Better to call an electric beast directly.
Qiao Sang logged onto the Beastmaster Center’s official site, posting a mission to locate an Electric Beast.
Hardly two seconds after posting, a notification popped up:
[Respected Beastmaster Qiao Sang, your Electric Beast search mission has been accepted by Electric Shocker. Please keep your phone accessible—Electric Shocker will contact you shortly.]
Electric Shocker again… Fate’s got a sense of humor…
As the thought crossed her mind, her phone vibrated.
Qiao Sang answered.
“Dian Dian?” A familiar voice crackled through the speaker.
Qiao Sang smiled, “Electric Shocker, it’s me. You…”
The call dropped mid-sentence.
A moment later, another notification:
[Respected Beastmaster Qiao Sang, your Electric Beast search mission has been canceled by Electric Shocker. We’ll repost it for you.]
Qiao Sang: “….”
(End of Chapter)
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