Day 1) 13:23
I woke up groggy and disoriented, lying on the cold forest floor. I rubbed my eyes and tried to sit up, but my head was pounding and my body felt weak. I couldn't remember how I got here or where "here" even was. All I knew was that I wasn't in my own bed.
I looked around and saw trees towering over me, leaves rustling in the gentle breeze. I couldn't see any signs of civilization and felt a twinge of fear in my chest. Was I lost? Had I been kidnapped?
I struggled to my feet and began to search for any clues as to my whereabouts. I found a small stream and drank from it, grateful for the cool water. As I walked, I realized that everything around me was strange and unfamiliar. The trees, the animals, even the sky seemed different.
Suddenly, I heard a loud roar and looked up. My heart skipped a beat as I saw a dragon flying overhead, its massive wings beating the air. I watched in disbelief as it disappeared into the distance.
In that moment, I realized that I wasn't just lost, I was in a completely different world. I felt a mixture of fear and excitement as I considered what adventures and dangers lay ahead. But for now, I was just grateful to be alive and to have a chance to explore this strange new place.
As I continued to wander through the forest, I suddenly felt a strange sensation in my mind, like a pull towards something. I couldn't explain it, but I felt compelled to follow it.
And then, just as suddenly, a bright light appeared in front of me, hovering in the air. I rubbed my eyes and looked again, and to my amazement, a window had appeared, displaying my own profile.
It listed my name, race, class, and level, along with my stats and skills. I stared at it, completely bewildered. This was like something out of an RPG game!
I began to examine the window more closely, reading through all the details. I was surprised to see that I had some skills, including unarmed combat, survival and navigation, all of them being level 1. My strength, dexterity, and other stats were also listed, and I was amazed by how it all worked.
~
Name: John Doe
Race: Human
Class: Novice Adventurer
Level: 1
Experience: 0/100
Attributes:
Strength: 1
Dexterity: 1
Constitution: 1
Intelligence: 1
Wisdom: 1
Charisma: 1
Remaining stat points: 5
Skills:
Unarmed Combat: Lv 1. Survival: Lv 1. Navigation: Lv 1
Inventory:
Empty
Abilities:
None.
Day 1) 14:42
As I trudged through the dense woods, I searched for any sign of civilization. My hope was to come across a town, a village, or at least a path that would guide me out of this unfamiliar territory. The last thing I wanted was to keep wandering aimlessly without any direction.
Suddenly, I caught sight of something strange. It appeared to be a fox, but its fur was a mix of gray and blood red. It was completely absorbed in devouring what appeared to be the remains of one of its own kind. I quickly decided to steer clear of it, knowing that with my limited skills and low level, I wouldn't stand a chance against it.
As I walked further, a sense of helplessness washed over me. I realized that I needed to find a way to protect myself before nightfall. That's when I spotted a large rock, jagged and perfect for sharpening the end of a sturdy branch. I worked on the branch until it was sharp enough to serve as a makeshift weapon and placed it in my inventory for safekeeping.
Not long after, I stumbled upon a bush of bright red berries. I was hesitant to eat them, as they could very well be poisonous. But as I reached out to touch them, a screen appeared above the bush, displaying its description. To my relief, it indicated that the berries were of the edible variety. I quickly gathered as many as I could carry and ate some on the spot. I now had 20 berries in my inventory and 10 in my belly.
Finally, my persistence paid off when I stumbled upon a path. I followed it, and before long, it led me to a road. I walked along the road for what felt like hours, slowly loosening myself.
~
Name: John Doe
Race: Human
Class: Novice Adventurer
Level: 1
Experience: 0/100
Attributes:
Strength: 1
Dexterity: 1
Constitution: 1
Intelligence: 1
Wisdom: 1
Charisma: 1
Remaining stat points: 5
Skills:
Unarmed Combat: Lv 1. Survival: Lv 1. Navigation: Lv 1
Inventory:
Wooden spike
Sharp rock
Edible berries (x20)
Abilities:
None.
Day 1) 18:22
I stopped on the road, my eyes fixed on the horizon as a carriage slowly approached me. The sound of horse hooves echoed in the air as the carriage gets closer and closer to me. I could see the dust kicked up by the horses as they ran, and the sun reflecting off the polished wood of the carriage.
"Hello there, young man," the friendly traveling merchant greeted me as his carriage stopped before me. "Are you in need of some assistance?"
I sighed in relief. "Yes, sir. I'm trying to find somewhere to rest for the night. Do you know of any nearby inns or lodgings?"
"I'm afraid there's nothing around here for miles," the merchant informed me. "But if you'd like, you're welcome to join me on my journey to the next village. I'll be more than happy to offer you a place to rest there."
I smiled gratefully. "That would be amazing, thank you. I really appreciate it."
"It's no trouble at all," the merchant replied with a smile. "Helping others is a basic principle of life. And besides, you seem like a good lad. You remind me of my late son."
"I'm sorry for your loss," I offered sincerely.
"Don't be. He passed away a long time ago. But now, let's get moving. The next village is four hours away, and we need to get there before nightfall," the merchant urged as i jumped on the back of the carriage.
"By the way," the merchant asked as they set off, "what brings you out here in the woods, all by yourself?"
"I'm lost," i admitted. "I found myself in these woods and I have no idea how to get back home."
"I see," the merchant nodded, his face serious. "You must be careful, there have been a lot of bandits around these parts recently. I'm surprised I even picked you up, but something about you seemed trustworthy."
I smiled gratefully. "Thank you for taking the chance on me. I greatly appreciate it ."
~
Name: John Doe
Race: Human
Class: Novice Adventurer
Level: 1
Experience: 0/100
Attributes:
Strength: 1
Dexterity: 1
Constitution: 1
Intelligence: 1
Wisdom: 1
Charisma: 1
Remaining stat points: 5
Skills:
Unarmed Combat: Lv 1. Survival: Lv 1. Navigation: Lv 1
Inventory:
Wooden spike
Sharp rock
Edible berries (x20)
Abilities:
None.
Day 1) 18:29
As the carriage bounced along the rough road, I gradually drifted off into a deep slumber, lulled by the soothing sway of the vehicle. Suddenly, I was jolted awake by the sound of shouting and the abrupt halt of the carriage. I rubbed my tired eyes and surveyed my surroundings, only to find myself surrounded by a band of masked bandits, wielding weapons and demanding the cargo of the elderly man accompanying me.
A wave of panic washed over me as I realized the dire situation I was in. In an instant, I pulled the wooden spike from my inventory. I gripped it firmly, feeling the rough texture against my hand, and focused all my strength into the object, allocating all five of my stat points into strength, preparing for any potential danger.
The old man refused to surrender to the bandits' demands, and I watched in horror as he was ruthlessly slain. I knew I needed to act fast if I hoped to survive. Just as one of the bandits reached for my blanket I was under, I took a deep breath and sprang into action.
With a surge of fear, I plunged the wooden spike into the bandit's stomach, exerting all my strength to drive it as deep as I could. The bandit let out a blood-curdling scream and crumpled to the ground. Seizing the moment, I leapt out of the carriage and fled.
~20 XP gained
~Rusty Dagger Obtained
{You have survived a dangerous situation, a unique skill has been generated}
~Skill obtained: Bandit Slayer
I didn't stop until I was miles away from the site of the attack, panting for air and still trembling with terror.
~
Name: John Doe
Race: Human
Class: Novice Adventurer
Level: 1
Experience: 20/100
Attributes:
Strength: 6
Dexterity: 1
Constitution: 1
Intelligence: 1
Wisdom: 1
Charisma: 1
Remaining stat points: 0
Skills:
Unarmed Combat: Lv 1. Survival: Lv 1. Navigation: Lv 1. Bandit Slayer Lv1.
Inventory:
Sharp rock
Edible berries (x20)
Rusty Dagger
Abilities:
None.
Day 1) 21:42
I was flabbergasted as I gazed upon my new skill on my profile, "Bandit Slayer." The notion of what this skill signified left me speechless and deeply disturbed. I sat down, grappling with the reality that I had possibly taken someone's life. But I tried to convince myself that it was for a noble cause - the bandit had murdered an innocent old man.
However, the gravity of my actions dawned upon me as I realized I still had the bandit's blood on my hands. I stood up and came across a serene pond. I used it to purify myself and examine the information of the skill in more detail.
The description of "Bandit Slayer" only confirmed my suspicion. The skill enhanced the users abilities in combat against bandits, including heightened accuracy, damage resistance, and awareness, as well as providing knowledge of common bandit tactics. Although the skill was a reminder of a dark deed, I couldn't deny its potential usefulness in future battles.
As I sifted through my inventory, I stumbled upon a rusty dagger. I clicked on it to view more information and discovered that it was a simple weapon with a dull blade, yet still capable of getting the job done in a pinch.
~ Name: Bandit Slayer Lv1
Information: This skill gives the user increased proficiency in combat against bandits. The user gains improved accuracy, increased damage resistance, and a heightened sense of awareness when facing groups of bandits. This skill also provides knowledge of common tactics used by bandits, allowing the character to better predict and counter their moves.
~ Name: Rusty Dagger
Information: A simple dagger with a rusty blade, it's not the most effective weapon but can still get the job done.
Attack: 5
Durability: 20/20
Rarity: Common
As I ruminated on my recent actions, the sounds of footsteps approaching quickly jolted me out of my thoughts. Panicking, I took off in a random direction, my legs pumping beneath me. However, my flight was short-lived as I stumbled and fell, striking my head on a rock.