Goblin Dependency

The so-called "profession," in modern society, refers to specific social work categories such as "doctor, driver, worker."

But on the Aifala Continent, which possesses supernatural power, the term "profession" has a completely different definition.

From ancient times to the present, countless experts and scholars worthy of praise have conducted in-depth research on the origin and definition of "profession" itself.

Among them are those who have traveled very far on the career path and are called "Transcendent" or even "Legendary."

The conclusions they reached may differ in expression, but the essence is uniformly consistent.

"Profession" is the stable construction presented when the soul and body are synchronized with a specific prototype.

It is the product of living beings interacting with the laws of nature and substances closer to the origin of the world during their activities, gradually merging.

It sounds somewhat abstract; in reality, aside from a few seekers with an interest in this aspect, the vast majority of adventurers see "profession" merely as a predefined template with relatively clear abilities and growth paths.

Such as categorizing professions like "warrior," "Ranger," "Wanderer," to distinguish in a macro sense, as a framework for the professional template.

Then filling in "Battle Skill," "specialty," and even personal combat style and battle habits.

Ultimately forming one’s own unique "profession."

To some extent, just like how there are no two identical snowflakes in the world, because everyone has different physical conditions, cognition, and growth backgrounds, even if two people completely master the same battle skills and talents and are in the same profession, the minor differences brought by those influencing factors will result in distinctions in actual combat performance.

And after the Professional Level exceeds Level 10, as professionals gradually clarify the path they are on and their expectations for future development directions.

As a summary of previous accumulations and confirmation of future paths.

The advanced professions crowned with the "Transcendent" title become inevitable for adventurers to continue forward.

If "Duel Master" is the reliable and prudent choice for "Algae Scale" Dodd on the career path, based on the knowledge he has experienced, learned, and mastered over the years, as the safest ordinary choice;

Then "Scale Changer" is the fullest manifestation of his wild ambition.

Whether human, Dragon Descendant, or those elusive Elves living deep in the forest, seemingly detached with their long lifespan.

As long as they are intelligent creatures, they are not immune to the desire in their hearts.

Since he has the ability and the conditions, why not make his transcendent path smoother and broader?

Dodd understands this clearly.

The former self, limited by his background, could only grow wildly amid waves and blood, never considering development potential or suitability, merely aiming to improve his Strength as quickly as possible.

Now, having finally established a foothold in the Southern Islands, he has built his forces and accumulated enormous wealth he once dared not dream of.

Upon ascending to "Transcendent," it is natural to shift thinking and consider the future development ceiling.

And "Scale Changer" is the choice he made after integrating potential, his Combat Skill System, and even his racial lineage.

Undoubtedly, although "Scale Changer" is also a transcendent profession, its Quality Level is clearly higher than that of "Duel Master."

Unlike "Duel Master," which intensifies combat techniques and weapon usage, "Scale Changer" leans more towards strengthening the professional’s physical origin.

In this regard, one of the employment conditions for the "Scale Changer" profession—requiring a biological creature with scales—is somewhat revealing.

Pursue the primitive and awaken the wild instincts.

Extract the magnificent Strength hidden deep in the bloodline through billions of years of evolution, transforming it into abilities under one’s command.

In the epic mythology of his race, Dragon Descendants believe they are the origin of all races on this world, including "giant dragon," "human," and others, as the "Origin of All Things."

Perhaps biased by historical understanding from other races, but "Algae Scale" Dodd, with his diluted bloodline, always marks himself with Dragon Descendant’s racial identity and takes pride in the noble source of his bloodline.

If able to assume the "Scale Changer" profession, combining previous accumulations and the Dragon Descendant’s racial identity, he believes he will undoubtedly stand among the top tier in practical Strength among those of the same Transcendent Profession Level.

And now, the dazzling light beam rising into the sky, enveloping the enormous light curtain over the entire island, is the promotion ceremony he prepared specifically for assuming the "Scale Changer."

Also a condition for assuming "Scale Changer":

——Winning a large-scale competitive event themed around wild and primitive.

Honestly, this condition is relatively vague; if one wishes to exploit loopholes, there are other ways.

But "Algae Scale" Dodd knows clearly, especially for such vague and lenient promotion conditions, the degree of completion will significantly influence the improvements he can attain after securing the profession.

To put it plainly, even when everyone can complete the ceremony, surviving on a beast-infested desolate island alone by stripping off all weapons and Equipment, compared to participating in competition and ultimately prevailing on a whole island gathered with a large number of Senior Adventurers.