"Rivalry and Honor". The first event came.
It was a tournament event. All players are invited with no requirements, they will be placed randomly into groups, and battle to the top. The defeated will be eliminated with no chances. Pairing is random and could not be affected by any level, ranking, etc. There will be a 131,072 players per group, and only 1310 of them can take a prize. Miscellaneous items are limited like potions, food, etc per battle.
rank 1310th = ??? 1 item
rank 1000th = ??? 1 item
rank 500th = ??? 1 item
rank 100 = ??? 1 item
rank 50 = ??? 1 item
rank 10 = ??? 1 item
rank 5 = ??? 1 item
rank 1 = ??? 3 items
The total pieces of prizes be rewarded to the 1st place will be 10pcs. He/she will get the others because he is also a placer on those ranking. So the higher rank the more prices you get. But the prizes will only be revealed after the event.
The company said that the reward will reveal secrets and will also announce a new development. So they could not reveal it until that time.
Every 8:00pm Real time/ 2:00pm In-game time, starting June 1. A one on one battle will be held for all participating players. There will only be one battle per day until the 17th day of June and there will be am hour time limit for each battle.
It drew various conversation, and theories. But nothing is certain, only Prometheus knew what will happen, and even the company that made it have no control. They can only interfere if there are; bugs, imbalances and issues inside the game but they assured all will enjoy the event, so they invited everyone.
The most favored are the usuall top rankers and some already famous vloggers and many companies are already sponsoring some well known rankers to vlog their battle.
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"Guys, I have been developing this vlog site for 4 years now, and I am planning to release it during this tournament. Would you like to be my first vloggers?" Ram said with a smile like a business man to the five of them who was knitting their brows.
"Vlog? What do we get if we vlog our fights?". Mia said curiously. They are already financially capable people and they did not need the extra money.
"Of course if you get famous you will get sponsor in gaming and it will generate income". Ram said.
"I'm in. I have nothing to do anyway, my job training is home base also." Shaia said.
"Wait, I remember something last night about you saying about developing a game, are you perhaps a computer programmer?". Ram said with wide eyes as he remembered about something from Shaia's words.
"Yes I am, are you perhaps" Shaia said to Ram as they stared at each other without saying anything. And it made the four awkward.
"Hey hey hey lovers, What happened last night?". Mia shouted and almost forgot about last night.
"What, you left us alone and wanted to know what happened, Ram don't tell him anything or I will not talk to you anymore". Shaia coldly said trying to get back at what Mia did, but She was actually happy for what happened.
"Fine fine. Hmp" Mia said, but she was actually smiling and felt something just by deducing Ram and Shaia's stares.
"Can I invite again the others?" Ram said awkwardly. The others accepted and tried the vlogging. So Ram using his own money initiated the site. Including him they will vlog, some tutorials and other stuff, but they will keep the secret about the manual crafting hidden for now.
Because they have to individually prepare for the event, they decided to separate ways and developed themselves but of course they separated in pairs.
After everybody was gone the two of them were now alone again. "Ram, I enjoyed it last night". Shaia was red, but she wanted to tell Ram her feelings. "Then let's try it in game also." Ram casually said, trying to be sneaky.
"Huh?!" Shaia was startled but she nodded. They first hunted monster as their usual routine then they rented an inn, but now it was only a single bed. In the room they were on the floor creating scrolls and enjoying a conversation. When it was finally about time to log out, they kissed again.
"It was much better in real world. Hahaha" Ram said without hesitation. Shaia just nodded but she blushed. They ended their first kiss in game and logged out satisfied.
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In the living room. Shaia was looking at her phone and giggling from time to time absent minded while her mom noticed it also during her sewing.
"Dear, what are you day dreaming? Is it a guy?". Shaia's mom teasingly said noticing Shaia from time to time smiling and blushing.
"Mom, what did you feel when you were in love with dad?". Shaia embarrass asked.
"Mhhh, I could not sleep normally and from time to time I remember his face even when I am busy, and missed him always even just after an hour" Her mom said.
"Mom, I think I am in love". Shaia said and grabbed her mothers arm and rested her head into her mom's shoulder.
"hehe, you are lovely my dear, don't worry the lucky guy will be proud of you". Her mom paused for a moment and stroked Shaia's hair.
"Mom, is it alright If I am the one to propose to him?". Shaia asked.
"Of course, Men are also emotional, and they love confident and independent women, don't wait and propose already, some other girls might snatch him from you". Her mom said as she confidently as as if remembering herself from the past.
"Mom I will invite him to my birthday and introduce him to you". Shaia said, feeling excited.
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The both of them was now battling inside a forest. It was part hunting materials and also harnessing their skills, They were now battling a Treant boss 8 feet tall. "Ram be careful" Shaia run towards him as the boss transferred his aggro to Ram and used a CC(Crowd Control skill).
Ram could not move, but he was saved in time by Shaia. "That was close Ram, are you alright?". Shaia said as Ram was absentminded after they defeated the boss.
"I was just thinking if you were not there, I was certainly dead. Specially I have no proper HP". Ram said as his life that time was red and his skill were on cool down. All his equipments are of the best quality but a fatal blow could kill him with that red zone life.
"Ram, why don't you add some skills to protect you just to offset the cool downs." Shaia suggested, and Ram was nodding. Ram gave Shaia a quick kiss and it made Shaia look around.
"Don't worry no one's here. We are in a dungeon remember?." Ram grabbed Shaia's head while explaining.
"You are getting naughtier by the day". Shaia said but she kissed Ram after saying it.
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Outside the game in one of the restaurants, the six of them was eating while talking about business and Ram was inviting them to purchase shares from a company he recently joined. "Ram how did you able to contact the company, and why did they accepted your offer?" Clyde said with a curious look. The others were also the same.
"Hahaha. It was just an accident, one time Shaia was hurting her stomach from period and have to log out, so when I thought that what if it was in the game and in a middle of an important event, do the player need to log out?". Ram said.
"Oh!, so you contacted one of the brands of the pharmaceutical company, and they decided to make a solution to be able to use in capsules?". Mia said. "And how did you get the shares that easily?". Mia bombarded Ram with the questions and looks.
"I said I wanted to buy some, and because I am a contributor of an Idea they give me shares for free, and can buy more if I wanted". Ram said it simply like it was nothing.
"Alright I am in, better to use my money than in the bank". Shaia said. The others also agreed and help Ram buy some shares.
They also decided to promote the company in their own vlogs.
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In game the six of them gathered one more time to share their crafts. Potions, equipments, etc. All are legendary grade. They did not forget to deactivate the glow functions, for others not to ascertain the grade. But on the contrary, Rankers are proud, and even only having one or two pieces; they display it like a trophy showing that they are on top of the food chain.
Some are humble but many are boastful also. Especially those guilds that are already created even if the system was not released yet. They made this legendary equipments as measurements of wealth and power of their guilds which is not a bad thing.
"Oi, you lot. Join the Drakunis guild" A nasty and rude tone was heard and it got the attention of others. Ram and the others look back and saw a bunch of players walking towards them.
"I am Sven, an officer of Drakunis guild, we will give benefits if you join us, we have large funds" The guy boastfully said while staring at Shaia who was behind Ram showing his legendary weapon at the back.
Ram did not like the look of the guy and covered his view of Shaia. "Brat what are you doing, I am trying to invite someone." Sven was angry and unsheathed his sword.
"What is happening?" A girl in a black armor approached and she was in full armor but clearly the design was revealing compared to the same design to male version.
"Boss Black Dragon, this guy is in the way. I only wanted to recruit the girl at the back." Sven said sounding to be the one oppressed.
"Could you let my men do their job?". Black Dragon said as she saw Shaia at the back.
"No, we already have a guild, and please discipline your men to not be rude". Ram casually said as he stared at Sven not batting an eye to Black Dragon.
"Sven, go back to your job I will handle this" When Sven heard that he could only sneer to Ram and turn away.
"Would you let me recruit her and your friends?" Black Dragon politely said.
"Sure" Ram moved away. But he was not in the mood to join the conversation and just stood at the side.
Black Dragon tried to recruit them Specially Shaia who will make a great member and will attract more, especially men because of her beauty and allure. "Would you like to join us? I promise you no one will harm you". Black dragon said staring at the cold Shaia.
"I appreciate the offer but I apologize. We decide to make a guild ourselves." Shaia was looking at Ram at the corner and respectfully declined the offer.
"Alright then, can I at least add you so that you can contact me if you change your mind?". Shaia nodded and added her and everyone but Ram refused as he was still angered.