"What is Omega thinking?! No one has ever even dared to try an X++ difficulty character, let alone XXX---!"
"This is also the first time I've ever seen an X difficulty character being used since the game has been released!"
The casters expressed surprise and shock that even the viewers became troubled. They spammed emotes and strange words in the chatbox of the livestream
Good thing that there are hundreds of hardworking moderators that are managing the chat room so that there are no toxic messages or threats that are directed to anyone else
Meanwhile, forums, threads, and the Discordian are having an uproar
> LOL! Who is this Omega person?!
> He's crazy by trying to use an X difficulty character!
> KEKW WHAT A NOOB
> Maybe the rumors about him is false?!
> How many X difficulty characters are there anyways?
> He's too cocky! No one uses X difficulty characters! Not even the top 10 players!
> He thinks he can defeat the Gaming Angel?! No way
> All hail our Angel! She shall win this game!
> I wanna touch her feet so badly
> You're weird bro
> AutoModerator: [xXxTenshiFeetxXx] has been banned on all platforms
> Damn...
There are varying opinions and criticism that are happening everywhere
"By the way, to those who are new to this game, what does difficulty rank means and how are they ranked?"
The second caster asked the first caster
"Difficulty rank means that there are certain characters that are hard to use or control. They are ranked based on the hardness to use. Something like that"
"There are 21 ranking stages between letters from F, E, D, C, B, A, S, and X. In the S-rank, there should be SSS---, SSS--, SSS- SS---, SS-- SS-, S---, S--, S-, S, SS, SSS, S+, S++, S+++, SS+, SS++, SS+++, SSS+, SSS++ and SSS+++. It will be the same for all letters. After triple letters and triple plusses, the next rank will be opened and it starts on the triple minuses"
"So far, the highest X-rank that has been released so far is White-999 with X++ difficulty... Hm? What's that?"
An assistant entered the livestream and whispered something to the first caster
"What?!"
The caster exclaimed in surprise that was audible in the mic
"Ehem, this just in! Apparently, Omega has never played this game before! This is his first time playing it"
"That being said, is Omega really a gaming expert and he knows how to use White-999? Or is he an amateur and all the rumors about him is false?"
These question wete also asked by a lot of people includong experts, inexperienced players, keyboard warriors, and uneducated people. But high ranking players, experienced players, and god gamers think otherwise
They have experienced Omega's gaming skills anyways
~~~
"Who are telling them about Philip? These are too accurate!"
Natsume questioned the source of their information as to how they knew particularly about Omega
She is also sure that this is Philip's first time playing the game. She also know Tenshi since the mansion and the squadron has met a few times in the past four years
They also once visited the Room Quarters and she knows that the room is one of the most secure places in the country, so no information will be able to be leaked outside nor spied from the outside
She also trusted that no one from the squadron, especially Philip nor Justine will simply leak this to the livestream
Philip is unaware that their game is being livestreamed anyway
"Who is leaking them???"
~~~
Meanwhile, Anonymous is enjoying the livestream
He was the one responsible leaking the information to the platform
Hia goal was to hype Philip up and make the ignorant people underestimate him so much. So when Philip shows his true prowess, everyone's expectations will be crushed
So far, his plan was working
~~~
After two rounds where Tenshi won the first match, the expectations of almost everyone was met
> As expected of Tenshi, she's the Gaming Angel after all and this Omega is just someone who got lucky with no skill
> LOLOLOLOL! Does he even knwo hwo to play a fighting gam?!! H3 doesnt even kno2 what buton does waht!
> He got dominated by Tenshi without even landing a blow at her!
> That's our Gaming Angel!!!
> Get em in the next match and win!!
> Oh maaan! I've place my bet on Tenshi and I'll win lots of money!!!
> I'm not ashamed but I bet my whole expenses on Omega!
> I bet my own car!
> You're all crazy and stupid
The gaming community celebrated Tenshi's win against Philip in the first match
"What a fight between Tenshi and Omega"
"Is it even considered a fight? It's like a one-sided beatdown! A massacre!"
"You're right! It's because she used her signature combo that will destroy anyone lower than the top 10 instantly"
"So, what are you're thoughts about this Omega guy?"
"He seems to be an amateur. Looks like our sources were correct though! This is his first time playing this game!"
"True, he even practiced how to do the basic moves in front of Tenshi, who is already doing her chain combo"
"That's right! Not to mention, he tried to hit Tenshi with a normal punch! It didn't turn out the way he expected because he was pinned down by a holy stake"
"Yeah, is this livestream even worth it? We don't know the potential of Omega and his identity, so we don't know how really good he is"
"But what about the footage that was taken when he was decimating pro players in other genre?"
"He might just became lucky, or he was using hacks that can't be detected by the supercomputers and security systems of those gaming companies. You never know in this day and age"
"Are we allowed to say that?"
"Of course! We are unbiased and neutral afterall! That's why we are the top platform for streaming and video making in general with 4 billion active users worldwide!"
~~~
Meanwhile, somewhere within a room where a TV is setup to broadcast the livestream. Three individuals with a few others were watching
"These damned casters, they don't know what they're talking about!"
A muscular man exclaimed. He wore a blue fitted polo shirt, that showed his upper body muscles, and pants. He looks like he is still attending school or an intern in a call center company. His hair is black and slightly ruffled and fixed at the same time
"What do you mean Sir Han?"
An assistant asked him. The man named Han is a Korean and he is accompanied by a woman in her 20's and teenage boy, who was watching the livestream with serious intent
The teenage boy was joyful and playful earlier, but the moment the game started, he sat up straight and watched the game with a serious face that it might even scare Han and the woman
"That guy Omega? There's a reason White-999 is classified as X++ difficulty. Those basic attacks that he just tested, it wasn't exclusive for the character White-999. Everytime he tried to throw a punch, it came from different characters each time"
"So, this Omega is legit?"
The woman asked. She wore a large shirt that slinks to her side that it shows the black strap of her bra and casual shorts. She has orange hair that is tied messily that it can't be identified what hairstyle she got. She has cross bangs and side bangs in front of her right ear that reached to her chest
"Yes, Churro, he's the real deal. I just can't comprehend why he's special though... Yet"
It was at this moment that the round 1 of match 2 has started. Omega's character suddenly appeared in front of Tenshi's character and his expression is different from befofe
The teenage boy stood up and walked towards the door of the room to exit
"Jhune! Where are you going?"
Han called for the boy and asked
"I'm leaving. I'll play Valor to practice and cooldown. That game is over anyway"
Jhune said in a cold tone
"What do you mean? There's still two rounds and even if Omega won the match, there's thr 3rd match to break the tie"
Han was confused and Jhune scoffed and left without saying anything more. He closed the door and went to his PC
"What's his problem? He seemed okay earlier?"
Han asked Churro
"I don't know... C'mon, be quiet the fight has already... started..."
The moment Churro looked back at the livestream, Omega is already beating Tenshi down with aircrafts and spaceships
This is the moment that their jaw dropped by the sheer power of display of White-999 and they questioned the true nature of the game after watching everything
~~~
A few minutes earlier, there is a man sitting in his room alone. There are stacks and stacks of cup noodles and ramen placed on his computer table and across the floor. There are bags of chips and cans of soda lying about
The man wore a casual large short, that is not too hot for him but comfortable, and pajamas. His hair is black with a red tint on it. He looked derpy but there is a fierce glint on his yellow eyes as he watched the livestream
Behind him is a cabinet full of those same cup noodles and ramen and chips. He also has a mini fridge that stores the cans of soda, bottles of water, a few soju, and bars of chocolate
He is currently sitting on his bed while watching the livestream in the 48" monitor of his 26 monitors and five CPU's with high-end specs and cards that he manufactured himself
Of course there were RGB, a popcorn machine, a coffee machine, a cooler, and a close bathroom
The man is living his best life as the best gamer in the world
A few seconds later, something ruffled to his right that was covered by the blanket. The blanket grew and unraveled the person sleeping beneath it
It was a girl with light blue hair and orange eyes wearing a white sailor uniform and skirt. She looked very sleepy and she just rubbed her right eye
"Brother, what are you watching?"
"Tenshi versus Omega in Avenue Fighters Z"
The little girl widened her eyes and pushed herself up to also watch the game
"What's the situation so far? Who's winning?"
"Tenshi won match 1"
"As expected of the 3rd rank of God Gamers of the Cosmic 10"
"Omega picked White-999"
The little girl widened her eyes in shock and her vision became clearer from surprise
"What?! Even brother can only use and master an SSS+++ difficulty character!"
"That's exactly why I'm watching this game closely"
The little girl nodded and crawled over to the side of the bed
"Ichiro, do you want chips or chocolate?"
"Nothing for now"
"Alright"
The little girl nodded and grabbed a bag of chips for herself
"Thanks anyways, Shizu"
The little girl named Shizu nodded
Just then, Omega suddenly appeared in front of Tenshi as soon as Shizu returned to Ichiro's side
"Oh!"
Shizu exclaimed in surprise
"It's over"
Ichiro frowned deeper with a fierce glint. He analyzed every move that White-999 did
He successfully analyzed all the move sets and skill sheets that White-999 replicated down to the very core. He was impressed because White-999 can actually replicate anyone's moves. Philip earned his respect
It was then that his eyes widened due to the alerts and displays that were being displayed by the game
Weapons Shop? Skins Shop? Roulette? Fatality and Brutality? The game was more complex than everyone thought
They were even surprised by Black-666's entrance because it said that he entered the game, not that the character is unlocked
This game was put on Ichiro's suspicion, in terms of its true nature and goal. Of course, other games have true natures and goals, but those are slowly being unraveled. They didn't expect that a simple fighting game will have this deeper lore
"Shizu..."
"Yes?"
"Looks like the first Cosmic 10 meeting will happen in the future"
"..."
"It will be about Omega and how he will tip over the hierarchy of the gaming world"
"Yes"
"We must at least talk to him"
"..."
"Uuuuuggghhh! But I'm too lazy! What should I do, Shizu?!"
"Well, as the 1st rank of the God Gamers of the Cosmic 10, you need to be responsible. He might take your rank in the future"
"You're right... Let's send a message to the others then let's play a game together"
"Alright! By others, do you mean only the Divine 10 or..."
"Baaah! Include the Celestial 20, I don't care. If you want, include the Divine 50 and Heavenly 100 as well!"
"Fine by me"
Shizu picked up her high-tech smartphone and began tapping rapidly, counting over 1000 taps per minute