Cataclysm Hunter: I Have an Experience Points System - Chapter 10 - Frenzied Sword Miao Fei

Every evening at Military University, there are elective weapon classes, each taught by different instructors. The weapons include the two-handed greatsword, wide-bladed war knife with single-handed shield, great hammer, giant axe, long-handled broadsword, and beast-hunting saw blade, among others. These weapons are generally heavy, durable, and suitable for slashing.

As for single-handed swords, stabbing swords, military knives, miao knives, katanas, scythes, long whips, and the like, students are not allowed to choose them as elective weapons; they can only play with them on their own without earning any credits. According to the instructors, these weapons are not suitable for students who are still developing their skills.

“Are you trying to tickle mutant beasts or groom them with those things? You can’t even break through their defenses!”

Of course, there are people who use those weapons, but they are the experts who can take down mutant beasts even with a rapier. They have the luxury to choose based on their preferences. For students, it’s better to stick to weapons they can actually wield effectively.

Regarding firearms and other hot weapons, the school has a shooting range, but no specialized courses. Students can visit the range during their free time where staff provide guidance. If someone is truly passionate about firearms, they can join the military after graduation, where guns are frequently used for defense. The Hunter Association uses them less often, mostly employing anti-material heavy sniper rifles for long-range sneak attacks before engaging.

At Military University, theoretically, you can learn multiple weapons. As long as you achieve proficiency in one weapon to meet the graduation requirements, you’re good to go. However, since human energy is limited, most students focus on mastering one weapon. Lin Xiao is no exception; he chose to specialize in the two-handed greatsword.

This class has about 50 students, all juniors from various departments. The military-standard two-handed greatsword is 1.6 meters long, with a 40cm handle and a 1.2-meter blade. The sword’s width tapers from 25cm at the base to 15cm at the tip. The blade is thin on the edges and thicker in the middle, about 3cm thick. Made from Wiem alloy, it weighs 25kg, making it difficult for an average person to wield.

“Alright, kids! Get your stance right and balance your weight!” Miao Fei, the instructor for the two-handed sword class, is a boisterous and exuberant man. His hair is long and disheveled, and his unkempt beard gives him the appearance of a down-and-out middle-aged man. However, his smile is wild and hearty, exuding a beast-like aura.

He walked barefoot among the students practicing their sword swings, sharply pointing out each student’s shortcomings in swordsmanship. “Zhang Meng! Control the force of your swing; your sword edge is shaking too much!” “Lin Haifeng! Your balance is too loose; spread your steps wider!” “Li Xiaoyu! You’re not familiar with the reverse swing! Slash upwards diagonally from bottom left to top right! Practice this move several times!”

“And you! Your sword edge is so crooked that you couldn’t hit a stationary mutant beast! If your accuracy is lacking, reduce your force until your precision improves, then gradually increase it!”

Miao Fei’s keen eye often found flaws in what students considered standard movements. Few in the class could escape his scrutiny without having their technique critiqued. “Hmm…?”

At a spot near the edge, Miao Fei paused in his steps.

A good-looking young man was diligently swinging a large sword, seemingly without much flair, but-

His stance was solid, the arc of his sword precise, transitioning smoothly from slow to fast, from motion to stillness.

When the blade halted, there was minimal tremor, indicating the wielder’s hands were steady and controlled.

Downward chop, side slash, horizontal sweep, upward diagonal cut…

Each move was executed in a methodical progression, showcasing a strong foundation in the basics.

Moreover, his technique for exerting force was commendable, his back resembling a taut bowstring.

The strength flowed incrementally, the sword’s angle unwavering, slicing through the air with minimal resistance, delivering powerful and graceful strikes.

Miao Fei watched intently for a while, then grinned broadly.

“Not bad at all.”

He remembered this young man quite well-Lin Xiao.

In the past, Lin Xiao’s Swordsmanship in the Two-Handed Sword class was above average, mainly due to his good attitude, focusing on fundamentals without aiming too high.

Of course, what initially caught Miao Fei’s attention wasn’t Lin Xiao’s Swordsmanship, but rather-

The fact that he had fainted in class several times.

His sudden collapses were quite the spectacle for Miao Fei.

Since when could a frail person like that get into Military University?

“…He wasn’t this skilled before, was he? When did he improve?”

Miao Fei scratched his messy hair, murmuring in confusion.

…

Swish-!

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +4]

Lin Xiao’s eyes lit up, and he paused, contemplating the key points of his recent strike.

His proficiency with the Two-Handed Sword had already reached 95%, and shortly after the evening class began, it leveled up to Lv1.

With the upgrade, his Swordsmanship improved significantly, but like other skills, the experience points required for Lv1 increased substantially.

He couldn’t apply the same pressure as he did in the footwork class by adjusting the mechanism.

Finding a sparring partner wasn’t an option either.

Given the sword’s weight, even without a sharp edge, a hit could be lethal.

Even though the students at the Military University were robust, being struck by a heavy steel blade could put someone out of action for weeks.

Everyone was a student, with no room to hold back.

So, Lin Xiao had to approach it like Martial Arts, memorizing the strikes that yielded more experience points and practicing them repeatedly until mastered.

Typically, when the system awarded him high experience points, it indicated he was on the right track, and progressing in that direction would yield faster improvement.

…

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +2]

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

When the experience points started to consistently show +1, it meant Lin Xiao had mastered that move, and further repetition wouldn’t yield much progress.

Lin Xiao stopped repeating the move and began practicing other sword techniques.

Forehand side slash!

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

Backhand side slash!

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

Spinning slash!

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +1]

“Your wrist is too stiff.”

“Huh?”

Lin Xiao paused, realizing only then, due to his intense focus, that the teacher was watching him from nearby.

Miao Fei approached Lin Xiao, lifting his right hand that gripped the sword.

“While keeping the main hand’s joint fixed can stabilize the blade, it can also make the sword moves too rigid.”

The Swordsmanship teacher adjusted Lin Xiao’s wrist, speaking calmly:

“Moreover, if this part is too tense, it reduces the force of the swing, not by much, but it shouldn’t be ignored.”

Miao Fei took the large sword from Lin Xiao, swung it forcefully from top to bottom.

Swish-!

The blade turned into a shadow, cutting a precise arc through the air, stopping steadily in front.

From extreme speed to complete stillness, it halted without a tremor.

“We need to relax the joints during the swing and tense the wrist just before the strike lands!”

Miao Fei handed the sword back to Lin Xiao, gesturing with his hand.

“Give it a try.”

Lin Xiao rotated his wrist, pondering the teacher’s words, deep in thought.

After a moment, he raised the weapon with both hands, swinging it forward like Miao Fei had demonstrated!

Swish-!

[Two-Handed Sword-Lv1: Experience Points +6]

“Not bad…”

Miao Fei raised an eyebrow, squinting slightly, a wild smile spreading across his face.

Those familiar with him would recognize this as the expression of Frenzied Sword Miao Fei… when he discovered a promising talent.