Suzu, Mina and Suuco were finished with their search. Shi was still finishing up.
While looking up Skills and Locations of SMO, Suuco gained a lot of information.
The World of SMO is actually had no name in itself. Instead, there were 4 Different Regions. The Northern Region, Harman, belonged to the Humans and Dwarves. The Eastern Region, Bestel, is home to the Beast-Kin and Elves. The Southern Region, Knark, belongs to Orcs and Demons. And the Western Region, Frand, belongs to Fairies, who managed the Sacred Beasts that lived there. There is a Central Region called Axis, which is also known as the "Dungeon City" for being surrounded by 9 Different Dungeons. The Dungeon in the Center of it was the Main Attraction.
The Skills System worked in a few different ways. Just doing certain tasks won't always result in a Skill.
When a Task is done, there is usually a 60% Chance to get a Skill. Using Magic will always give you a Skill, and doing Simple Procedures, such as Cleaning or Cooking, will also result in a Skill.
More Difficult Tasks will proceed with the 60% Chance. Swinging a Sword at full force can result in a different Skill. Most Attack Based Skills will have a set Chance to be acquired. The more Difficult the Task, the lower the Chances.
With that said, Suuco now knew how to acquire a few Simple Skills, such as the "Leatherwork" Skill, "Alchemy" Skill, and a few others. There were also no mentions of obtaining Skills as soon as they started.
"I'm done! Are we gonna play?" Shi finished, and shut off the computer.
"Sure. You guys can go into your rooms and put the Headsets on. Just put the game in, power it on, then lay down. Easy." Suuco takes the box out of his Closet.
Everybody heads to their room.
Suuco puts his Headset on, then lays down.
. . .
Opening his eyes, he finds himself back in the Shelter Room.
"Hello? Anybody there?" LacX noticed the Sheet of Paper sitting on the bed.
[We were moved to a different room. Come to the Inn near the Fountain.]
'I guess they rebuilt a lot after I left.'
Heading out of the Room, LacX got the Copies Reset Message.
Leaving the Shelter, there was an entirely different vibe than last time. People were happy, had Shops open, and ran around without a single worry on their faces.
'This place did a 180 since the last time I was here.'
Finding the Inn, LacX walked up to the front.
"Is there a room with some Wolves and Two Beast-Kin?"
"There is. They should be in the Second Door to the Left after going upstairs."
Thanking the Innkeeper, LacX goes upstairs, and enters the Room.
As it turns out, everyone was asleep. Mana and the Cubs took one bed, while Nia and Laril took the other.
'I guess I'll try getting some production Skills while they rest.'
. . .
An Hour goes by, and LacX has achieved 3 Things.
Acquiring the Skills "Leatherwork", "Alchemy", "Processing", "Mixing", and to his surprise, "Crafting". He gained a Menu that allowed him to make things that he has made before. It can only make things of it's current Rank.
He used "Infinity Cast" to make his Magic spin above his head. He managed to increase Water and Fire Magic to Rank E. He also acquired a Skill, "Multitasking", which allowed him to think multiple things at once, like having 2 Brains.
Using the Materials he had in his Storage, he made simple Clothing for Nia and Laril, as well as Collars for the Cubs.
'I made some good progress. I guess I should see if I can make some Weapons for Nia and Laril.'
Before he could try, Mana woke up.
'Master? I see you have returned. How long have you been waiting?' Mana Stretches and Yawns.
"I haven't been here for too long. I was getting some new Skills while also Increasing my Magic Level."
'Hmm, any progress?'
"I made some clothing for the Girls, as well as Collars for the Cubs. I was gonna try to make some Weapons next."
Mana sat nearby and watched intently.
Taking some Wood from his Storage, he finds one with a good grip. He cuts everything from the Grip and up, only leaving the bottom.
Next, he took some Rocks and mixed them together with Earth Magic, creating a Sharp Blade.
Then, using a few different methods, he successfully made a Knife made from Stone.
"Reminds me of a Kitchen Knife. I'll give this to Laril." LacX then proceeds to make a Leather Sheath for the Knife.
'That was very interesting. Have you ever made a Weapon before?' Mana stares at the Knife in curiosity.
"I only had the ability to make Sharp Rocks for Spears. With Magic, it's much easier to mold the Earth. I think my Earth Magic is almost Level 10."
'Close to a Rank Up. What about your Wind Magic?'
"That... well... needs a bit of improvement. It's only Level 7, which is my lowest one currently."
Before they could continue, Nia wakes up.
"Hm~ Master? You're back?" Nia still seemed drowsy.
"Good Morning Nia. Had a good rest?"
Nia nods slowly, then falls back into bed... then immediately gets back up.
"M-Master?! When did you get here?! Ah! Excuse my rudeness!"
"Nia, Calm Down. I just recently got here, so there's no need for politeness. Just talk like how you want to."
"Umm... okay. What are you doing Nya?"
'Hm? Nya? Did I hear that right?'
"Well, I was practicing my Skills. I also made some Clothes for you and Laril, since your clothes are mostly dirty and plain."
Handing her the clothes, she stares at them.
"Are you sure? These seem too good for Slaves Nya."
'So it wasn't my imagination.'
"Nia, why do you say 'Nya' after every sentence?"
"I was told to speak how I wanted. I spoke like this while becoming a Slave Nya. Is there a problem Nya?"
"Well, no, not exactly. But... is it necessary?"
"No. I was told by a friend of my Mother's that Human Males seem to like this sort of speech Nya. Do you not like it?"
"It's not that I don't, but it makes talking to you a little harder. You can talk normally if you want, but don't let someone else's words guide your speech."
"Okay, I'll speak normally. And... do I really get to wear this?"
"It's yours now. You can wear it if you'd like. Change in the Bathroom if you do."
Without a word, Nia walks into the Bathroom.
While they were waiting, Laril woke up.
"Good mornin-. Actually, what time is it?"
Opening the Window, he could see the sun high in the sky.
'Almost Noon. I wonder how Suzu and the others are doing.'
"Master, welcome back." Laril sat at the edge of the bed, fully awake.
"I made some Clothes for you and Nia. You can change into them when Nia's done."
"Clothes... made by Master?" She stares at the clothes with anticipation.
Nia opens the door, revealing the newly made clothes.
She did Close Quarters Combat, so it was specifically made easy to move it. She wore a Top with Leather Armor strapped over her chest. She also wore Shorts with a Leather Belt, also containing a Leather Pouch, which was enchanted with "Capacity", making it a Storage Pouch. It held about 25 kg, which was Half his MP. She had Leather Boots, since she didn't wear anything for her feet. Along her head was also a Scarf, which was made using some extra Cloth from his Storage.
"This feels great. It's easy to move in, and also has a Storage Pouch. Where did you get it?" Nia was glowing with satisfaction.
"Didn't I already tell you? I made it."
Everybody stares at LacX, even Mana seemed surprised.
"Did you always have a Skill like that?" Laril asks.
"Well, no. Let's just say, I got the Skill in a 'Special' Way."
They stare at him for a few more seconds, then Laril stands, and walks into the Bathroom to change.
Sitting in silence, they wait for Laril to finish.
Nia was still staring at LacX, which made him uneasy.
A moment later, and Laril opens the door.
She wore an Undershirt with a Vest, as well as the same type of Armor that Nia wore strapped over her chest. She also wore Shorts that were a little longer than Nia's. She also had Belt with the same Pouch set on her right. On her left, She had the Stone Knife that LacX made.
"Is it okay for me to have a Weapon? And these clothes..." Laril seemed worried.
"Well, we're gonna need to protect ourselves when we get to Stella. I still need some Materials before I can make a Weapon for Nia, so we'll head into town before we leave."
'We"re heading back? What about the Event? It begins in Three Days.' Mana tilts her head.
"I actually had my Sister and some Friends join this World. They're the same as me, a Transferer, so we'll appear and disappear at the same time."
'A Sister? I never knew you had a sister. What's her name?'
"Her name... well... I don't know. Transferers usually have different Names when we come to this world. That's why I need to meet with them at Stella, where they first appear."
'I see. I suppose we should hurry then. We don't want to keep them waiting.'
Before they left, a sudden question popped into his mind.
"Nia, Laril, can you guys understand Mana?"
They both nod.
"It's not a Skill, but rather an Innate Ability that all Beast-Kin have. We can understand any Creature with Intelligence, as long as they are not 'Monster-Type' Creatures." Nia explained clearly.
'I wonder how that works. Well, whatever. Let's go.' Suuco leaves the Room.
. . .
In the Town of Stella...
"Wow! This place is big!" SuXu (Suzu)
"Yes, it is. It seems to have improved since the last time I was here." Shi (Shina)
"... I smell food." Mia (Mina)
"Do you think we were too lazy on the Names? I feel as though we could have done better." Shi was slightly concerned.
"It's fine! If we took to long, then we wouldn't have been able to be here right now!" SuXu was excited.
*Growl~* Mia was hungry.
"Come on Min-... Mia. Didn't you just eat? We don't even have Copper Coins yet." Shi looked at the Board Map.
"Then we should make some money. We should head to the Guild." SuXu was also looking at the Map.
"That's the plan. Anyways, SuXu... what made you choose that Weapon?"
SuXu had a 2-Handed Claymore on her back.
"It makes me feel Strong! I even put 700 Points into Strength!" She gleams with Confidence.
Shi just stares at her.
'Is she gonna be okay?'
Looking at Mia, she had 2 Swords strapped to her sides.
'I guess she would be fine. Unlike me, who has an Orb as a Weapon.'
An Orb was hovering near Shi and orbiting around her.
"That ball looks so Cool! How does it move?"
Shi spins the Orb around her right arm, having it then land oh her hand.
"It moves using Magic. I only know this much. We should head to the guild now."
"Yay! Let's go!"
. . .