The term "MMORPG" stands for massively multiplayer online role-playing games.
It's a role-playing game that combines traditional elements with online multiplayer.
There are fantasy, science fiction, survival, horror, and other "MMORPG" game genres available.
With over 1,000 distinct "MMORPG" games to choose from, these types of games have inundated the gaming market.
And, among the numerous "MMORPG" games on display, one stood out.
This "MMORPG" was called "Divine Online."---
A fantasy game about a world ruled by gods and inhabited by immortals.
The dragon god attacked this peaceful world one day, forcing the gods to engage in a lengthy battle in which both the gods and the dragon god were sealed in alternate dimensions.
The world became vulnerable to demonic beings that had been banished by the gods in their absence.
With the gods gone, the only option for the demonic beings was to slaughter the immortals.
As a result, a war between immortals and demonic beings erupted.
The player's main goal was to become a god and then slaughter demons, demon lords, and finally the Dragon God.
The game featured three classes: -
Warriors: Those who fight with melee weapons like spears, swords, lances, axes, or their bare hands.
Magicians: Those who use elemental magic, summoning magic, healing magic, miracles, necromancy, curses, and other similar techniques.
Rangers : Those who use bows, guns, crossbows, double-handed guns, and other weapons.
In the game, the class name would change based on the distribution of state points and the skills learned with skill points.
Each level received one stat point and one skill point. The game's maximum level was 200, implying a total of 200 stat points and 200 skill points.
The game's items were divided into ten categories: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Elite, Legendary, Mythical, Immortal, and Diety.
There are various types of items with various effects.
Some items provided resistance, while others provided immunity. There were also hidden items that gave players new abilities and absurd stat boosts.
Overall, the game was the best one could get from a good mmorpg.
There was no way any other MMORPG could have competed with it. For more than two decades, this game remained at the top spot.
But, as the saying goes, nothing lasts forever, and "Divine Online" was no exception.
In the year 2080, the era of virtual reality massively multiplayer online role-playing game, also known as VRMMORPG, arrived.
Using specialised headset equipment, one's brain waves can be analysed and deconstructed into computer data, giving the user the impression that they are inside another universe.
In every way, the "VRMMORPGs" were superior to the "MMORPGs."
"MMORPG" games have been replaced by new and advanced "VRMMORPG" games.
Every "MMORPG" game suffered a significant player loss, dealing a severe blow to all of them.
"Divine Online," which had over 500 million players, had now been reduced to a mere 1,000 players, with the number dropping by the day.
As a result, the majority of "MMORPG" games began to close down one by one.
Thus, the "MMORPG" period has come to an end.
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An elderly man adjusted his chair before sitting in an old, shabby room. In front of him was a table with his old computer set up. The monitor screen was glowing. On the screen was a picture of a handsome man.
A man with long blond hair and perfect blue eyes was captivated by the look. The face was flawless, with a perfect jawline and chin.
The man was dressed in silver armour. Behind it was a luxurious red cap of high quality. His left hand held a silver lance infused with a blue gem.
Saito Oharu, an average 95-year-old man, was unfairly evicted from his home by his son and his son's wife.
The reason was straightforward. Saito was too old to work, and his son felt that if his father stayed with them, it would just increase their living expenses, so he kicked him out.
Saito found it challenging to live to such a ripe old age without working. He was primarily forced to beg for money on the streets.
His neighbourhood didn't have an old age home. He couldn't have been permitted to reside there, even if there had been one.
The government recently introduced an old age home form that enables people to apply for a card that will allow them to live in an old age home even if their family members kick them out.
An old age home registration card could not be issued to an elderly person who was 80 years or older; instead, they were required to take care of themselves.
And Saito was 81 years old when he was kicked out by his son, and he didn't register for an old age home card when he had the chance because he never imagined his son would kick him out.
It only for a kind hearted a youg little rich girl whom he meet in one of his begging places, who felt petty for him, she gave him a small house a live and a job as an old security guard.
It was only for a good-hearted young girl he met while begging who thought it was unfair of him. She got him a job as an elderly security guard and a little house to reside in.
He was given a little bit more than those younger than him because of his older age.
Saito's primary responsibility was walking the dogs of his boss's daughter because he was too old to do much else.
He worked there every day.
For her birthday, the boss gifted his daughter an extremely expensive computer from a prestigious brand. The daughter rejoiced wildly.
Following that, the boss was about to dispose of the old computer in a junkyard. When Saito noticed this, he asked his boss if he could borrow the computer because he couldn't afford one.
Before answering, the boss chuckled. Saito thanked his boss for bowing down in respect and gratitude for his kindness.
He chose to play online games, specifically a mmorpg. He conducted an internet search and discovered "Divine Online."
He played "Divine Online" for the next eleven years of his life.
He created his character Nava, levelling up, learning new skills, and making new online friends who reminded him of old friends who were no longer alive; it felt like a new life for Saito.
It broke his heart to learn that "Divine Online" would be shut down due to the rise of "VRMMORPG" games.
Today was the last day of "Divine Online," and he was overcome with emotion as he reflected on his time there.
He looked at the clock. There were only 25 seconds left before his entire 11-year work would be gone forever.
"Bye, old pal," Saito said.