[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op":3,"chapter-goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-chapter-42":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Goblin King: My Innate Skill Is OP",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1335785,1780,"Chapter 42: Inheritance","goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-chapter-42",42,"\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have killed: Elite Boss — Goblin Shaman (Level 20)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have leveled up!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have leveled up!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have leveled up!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have received +9 Stat Points]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have slain one of Drugar’s Chosen]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have inherited all of his skills]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have inherited his kill count]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kill count?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I raised a brow in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was new.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’d killed other creatures before—hobgoblins, trolls, the mooncat, direwolves—and not once had I received a message about inheriting a kill count.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, out of nowhere, there was this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because I had slain a Drugar’s Chosen?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who was this Drugar exactly? and why the hell is he choosing goblins?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had questions but no real answers as to what was going on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A notification then interrupted my thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Hidden condition to unlock title met: Slay one of Drugar’s Chosen]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have unlocked the new title: Drugar’s Blessed]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Drugar’s Blessed:This title signifies that you are one of the blessed of Drugar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>- As a Drugar’s Chosen, you can identify and track others bearing the same title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>- When you kill a fellow Chosen, you inherit all of their skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>- You are now qualified to enter the race for Goblin King\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That last line—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Goblin King?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What does it mean?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I murmured aloud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But no answer came.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I waited a beat, then another wondering if there was going to be a notification that explained what it meant, but nothing came from the system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Seriously?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I said, glaring upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You drop something like that and go silent?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I asked but there was still nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gandalf was silent as always.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What does being the Goblin King mean?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was called a race but I don’t even know the condition required to run it or of I should run it. What was it worth?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What does it entail?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is it a position of power or just another title?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What are the perks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was given no explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I let out a slow, frustrated sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, I wished I had a proper guide. Something interactive—an AI assistant maybe—that could actually answer questions and tell me what I needed to know when I needed to know it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very least, it could say, ’That information is unavailable until Level 25’ or something like that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But no. Nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gandalf just wanted to make me a frustrated goblin but I wasn’t going to let him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ll just work with what I’ve got.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Focus on the priority which was getting strong enough to protect my clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I glanced down at the shaman’s body, motionless on the cracked stone floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had just killed one of Drugar’s Chosen, and there were others from his clan. They would come, eventually and if they had the same kind of tracking ability I apparently now had, they would no doubt find me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I had to be ready for them when that happens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I opened the system to check the skills I’d inherited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Goblin Shaman Amon]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have received the skill: Flame Orb]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have received the skill: Mana Shield]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[You have received the skill: Warcry]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I browsed the descriptions quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Flame Orb]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Description:Conjures a concentrated sphere of fire and launches it toward a target, dealing moderate fire damage on impact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana Cost:7\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cooldown:None\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm...the description of the skill was quite simple and basic as expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mana Shield]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Description:Generates a temporary arcane shield that absorbs incoming damage for up to 1 minute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana Cost:5\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cooldown:10 seconds\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Special Note:If the barrier is manually dismissed before the full use duration, the cooldown is instantly reset.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Interesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I could technically cast the barrier, dismiss it, and instantly recast it if needed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bypassing the cool down?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that opened up a few tactical options.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I liked it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then there was the third skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Warcry]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Description:Emits a wave of inspiring mana that enhances the morale and combat boldness of nearby allies. While not a direct stat boost, it increases willingness to fight and reduces hesitation in battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana Cost:2\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"War?\" I muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was one of the skills the shaman had possessed, but I didn’t see him use the skill in our fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I paused, thinking back. Then remembered there was a moment—when the goblin soldiers hesitated and the shaman raised his staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hesitation from the goblin had vanished, and they charged like lunatics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it didn’t work out well for them, of course, as I countered it easily with [Roar of Intimidation].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, it could be useful for bolstering weaker allies or breaking fear-based effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Definitely a good tool to have.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I pulled up my status window to check my progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Stat Window]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Name: Eli Cross\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Race: Goblin\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Title: Drugar’s Chosen\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Level: 19\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>HP: 655\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>MP: 345\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kill Count: 3\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Stats]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strength: 36\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stamina: 38\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Agility: 30\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intelligence: 25\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perception: 24\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(Available Points to Distribute: 12)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Skills]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Innate Skill:[Phase Walker] (SSS)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Passive Skills: [Analyze (N)], [Iron Fist (E)], [Roar of Intimidation (C)], [Finder (N)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Active Skills: [Stealth (C)], [Mana Shield (B)], [Flame Orb (C)], [Warcry (C)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several things stood out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My title had changed. Drugar’s Chosen had replaced Chosen Leader.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A new stat—Kill Count—had appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Showing I had three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One from killing the shaman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others from inheriting\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Apparently, the shaman must have previously killed two other chosen, which made the total count three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stat gain I had gotten from levelling up wasn’t bad either, +4 across various attributes, and 12 points to distribute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A solid haul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then there was the new passive skill: [Finder (N)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I opened up the description.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Finder (No Rank)] –Automatically alerts you when a Drugar’s Chosen is nearby. After detection, a mini-map appears showing the path to the target.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that was useful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant I couldn’t be ambushed by another Chosen, and they couldn’t sneak past me either. I’d always have some warning and time to prepare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The (N) indicated that the skill had no rank which I figured meant one thing:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could not be ranked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that raised another question: could I upgrade the other skills with clear ranks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The existence of ranked tiers implied it was possible. The exact method? I didn’t know yet. Probably through repeated use, mastery, or maybe a special item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it was something to investigate later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I toggled back to my old title, Chosen Leader and the interface updated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The kill count display disappeared, but [Finder] remained active.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Apparently, the skill was bound to me regardless of my title, so that was good to know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wasn’t fond of the new title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Drugar’s Blessed?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who the hell is Drugar, anyway?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some overhyped goblin war god?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whatever. I wasn’t some zealot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Screw Drugar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I turned my attention to the corpse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was time to loot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I grabbed the shaman’s staff and activated [Analyze].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Amon’s Staff]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Type: Magic Weapon – Staff\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Effects:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Increases total MP by +10\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reduces mana cost of all spell-type skills by 20%\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Increases the power of all magic-based attacks by 15%\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Special Ability – [Wooden Barrage]:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unleashes a rapid volley of sharpened wooden spikes, fired in a tight spread like magical projectiles. Each spike deals physical and magical piercing damage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana Cost: 20\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My eyes widened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now this was a powerful weapon. The mana efficiency alone made it a treasure, but paired with the power boost? That pushed it into a whole level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, I wasn’t much of a mage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wielded a dagger, warped through shadows, and relied on speed and surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I ever got to choose a class officially, it’d probably be something assassin-like.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This staff didn’t fit me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, I knew someone who might make use of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Narg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young goblin was a acolyte and had more potential in the class so if I’d have anyone use this, it will be him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I stowed the staff, then turned to the rest of the loot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The potions—two mana, a weird-looking green one with an unfamiliar symbol, and a health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I stored them in my inventory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as I was about to put away the last health potion, something clicked in my mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zzok...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back at the cave, Flogga had said his injuries were bad. Life-threatening even.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this potion could help, then...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I shouldn’t be wasting any more time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, I activated [Warp] and I blinked back to the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as my feet touched the stone floor, I sprinted toward Zzok, ignoring the gazes of the goblins around me. Their stares followed me, curious, worried—but I didn’t have time to acknowledge them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zzok was lying there—still, pale, and barely breathing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I dropped to my knees beside him, pulled out the potion, uncorked it, and gently poured the contents into his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hang in there,\" I whispered, supporting his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This might help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chief...\" Flogga called softly behind me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s something that might help,\" I replied, not looking up, too focused on Zzok.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then she said it again, her voice lower this time. Heavier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chief...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I finally turned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression stopped me cold. It wasn’t hopeful, it was resigned. Sad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then I saw Zarah behind her, her face wearing the same look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the clan stood nearby, silent. Somber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then I felt it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A creeping cold spreading across my fingers. So cold it made me shiver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My chest tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My breath caught.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flogga stepped forward, her voice shaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zzok... Zzok is dead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1566,"2026-06-05T20:04:07.798Z",1,"novelbin.me","afb9f95cee287474c07d4fc57dfc496f70b2a83cb48805c0db40324ff34ccdef","goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-chapter-43","goblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-chapter-41",375,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fgoblin-king-my-innate-skill-is-op-cover.jpg"]