Titan King: Ascension of the Giant Chapter 2: Newbie quest triggered

A decade had slipped away in the blink of an eye, and Orion had reached his tenth year.

By now, he had fully integrated into the rhythm of this alien realm. Although the members of the giant tribe possessed intimidating statures, they were fundamentally kind-hearted people, particularly his own kin.

His father, the imposing chieftain of the Blackstone Tribe, stood as a pillar of authority. His mother was the embodiment of tenderness, constantly fretting over his well-being, while his sister, Clymene, remained his most trusted confidante in this life.

The Blackstone Tribe made their home within the depths of the Black Forest, nestled in the heart of the Barren Mountains—a vast, enigmatic territory where diverse races and strange beasts struggled for dominance and survival.

During the summer months, the Black Forest flourished with life, yet the arrival of winter transformed the landscape into a frozen wasteland. Brutal gales would shriek through the trees, heavy snow buried the world, and the dreaded dark beast tide would occasionally surge forth.

Winter represented the most perilous season for any inhabitant of the Barren Mountains. Most tribes entered a period of hibernation, rarely daring to leave the safety of their hearths.

Currently, it was the height of midsummer. Sunbeams pierced through the thick canopy, painting the forest floor with shifting patterns of light. Orion sat perched upon a massive boulder, his eyes fixed on the undulating peaks in the distance.

A voice he knew well cut through his quiet contemplation.

"Hey, little brat, lost in your thoughts again?"

Turning his head, he saw Clymene walking toward him. His sister, fifteen years older than himself, had already earned a reputation as the most powerful warrior in the tribe. She was a striking figure with defined musculature and cropped red hair.

While the other giants viewed her as the pinnacle of feminine grace and power, Orion couldn't help but feel she was a bit too 'brawny' for his tastes.

Even after living as a giant for years, he still clung to the aesthetic standards of a human.

"You're back, Sis," Orion said with a small grin.

Clymene dropped her latest kill onto the earth and ruffled his hair. "Look at this! I tracked down some fresh wild boar for you. It's your favorite!"

"I appreciate it, Sis," Orion replied.

Back on Earth, Orion had been a glutton who could outeat anyone in a competition. Among the giants, however, he was considered a light eater with a minuscule appetite.

"You look like you're wasting away again," Clymene noted, eyeing him critically. "Have you been slacking off on your training to go daydreaming?"

Orion rubbed the back of his neck, looking embarrassed. "No, I just need a little solitude to think sometimes."

Clymene let out a hearty laugh and shook her head. "You think too much. The other children are training until they drop; you can't let them pull ahead. Father expects great things from you!"

Orion gave a resigned nod. While his physical power would dwarf any human, he felt frustratingly feeble compared to his giant peers.

"Oh, I finished that tool you asked for. Here it is." Orion offered her a stone axe he had modified, now featuring a razor-sharp blade of his own design.

Clymene snatched it up, her eyes gleaming. "You actually fixed it! This is incredible!"

"It was just a simple adjustment," Orion said, trying to be humble.

"Stop that modesty. No one in the tribe has your level of skill," Clymene insisted. "This axe is going to make my next hunt a breeze!"

"Just make sure you stay safe, Sis," Orion warned.

"Don't worry about me, your sister isn't so easily defeated!" Clymene laughed, giving his shoulder a friendly slap. "I've sewn a new beast skirt for you out of soft buffalo leather. Go on, put it on."

"It's fine, the one I'm wearing still works," Orion argued.

Clymene paid him no mind, tugging off his tattered garment and forcing the new one onto him.

Orion let out a sigh. "Sis, I'm ten years old. I'm not a baby anymore."

"I raised you, didn't I? There isn't a single part of you I haven't seen before," Clymene remarked bluntly, her eyes drifting toward Orion's cock. "You might be small for a giant, but your cock is massive. My dear brother, when you reach maturity, women will be fighting over you!"

Orion adjusted the new leather skirt, finding the fit much more agreeable.

It seemed his sister was right about one thing. Orion's development was lopsided; while his height lagged, his cock was growing at an explosive rate. It seemed to expand daily, rendering his old clothes useless.

Even in the peak of summer, the Barren Mountains saw very little daylight, with the sun retreating after barely five hours.

Nightfall arrived swiftly.

Returning to their dwelling, he found his mother preparing the evening meal. His father was present as well, resting by the fire after a long session of council with the tribe Elders.

"Orion, sit with me," Hyperion commanded.

Orion obeyed and took a seat. Hyperion watched him with a hopeful expression. "I was told you repaired your sister's hunting tool?"

"I did, Father," Orion answered.

"Excellent. You have a talent for craftsmanship," his father acknowledged. "However, raw strength is the foundation of our tribe. Do not let your physical Cultivation fall behind."

Orion bowed his head. "I understand, Father."

Three nights later, Orion slipped away to a secluded clearing. The sky was a deep velvet, peppered with shimmering stars. He looked up at the cosmos, reflecting on his circumstances.

"I was reborn as a giant, yet I lack their natural power. Why?" He squeezed his hands into fists, sensing a reservoir of energy within, yet remaining unable to match the prowess of his tribesmen.

Suddenly, a glimmer of light flickered in his vision. He blinked, startled to see a translucent screen manifesting in the air before him.

"What is this?" Orion whispered in shock as he scanned the data appearing on the panel:

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[Name: Orion]

[Race: Giant]

[Level: Standard]

[Age: 10 years]

[Height: 7 feet]

[Weight: 500 pounds]

[Cock: 20 inches (average adult giant is 12)]

[Strength: 5 (average for same-age giants is 10)]

[Agility: 3 (average for same-age giants is 5)]

[Intelligence: 8 (average for same-age giants is 3)]

Title: Survivor

Special:

Path of Evolution: As a survivor in this realm, your current level is mediocre, but your power will naturally scale with age. However, if you possess the ambition, you may force your growth through specific quests.

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Orion's heart raced with a surge of adrenaline. "Is this... my cheat?"

He had heard tales of reincarnated souls receiving unique gifts, but his had remained dormant until this very moment. Looking at the stats, he saw his physical Strength and Agility were indeed inferior to other young giants.

At seven feet tall, he was a midget by giant standards at his age.

He wasn't overly concerned with his stature, as a massive frame could be a hindrance. His true focus was on power and combat efficiency.

"How am I supposed to increase my Strength?"

As if responding to his thought, a new notification appeared on the screen.

[Newbie Quest Triggered: Perform 100 push-ups. Reward: Strength +1]