Max delved into his mind, finding himself confronted by a massive, ethereal blue screen. Upon it were his stats and abilities, all transparent and gleaming.
-Christmas System-
-Age: 24-
-Race: Human/Tulpa-
-Status: Beginner Claus-
-Level: 1-
-Physique: 100-
-Strength: 100-
-Speed: 100-
-Defense: 100-(Equivalent to a normal human's 10)
-Magic Power: 100/100/%Locked-
-Talent: Christmas (3% Unlocked)-
-Skill: Winter Control (Beginner)-
-Passive Skills: Cold Immunity, Semi-Immortality-
-Christmas Points: 0-
-Inventory: Beginner Claus gift pack-
-Winter Control: Manipulate snow and ice by commanding the clouds to produce snow and controlling water to create ice.
-Cold Immunity: Invulnerable to the direct and indirect effects of cold, no longer affected by decreasing body temperature.
-Semi-Immortality: Eternal youth, but susceptible to certain diseases and mortal injuries.
"Only 3% unlocked. It seems these skills are just the beginning," Max murmured, his gaze fixed on the new information. "Let's see what's inside the gift pack in my inventory."
Max eagerly accessed his inventory system and opened the gift pack, hoping for exciting surprises.
-You have obtained, Martial Art( Expert)-
-You have obtained: 20 Christmas Points-
Max's disappointment was evident. "Is this all you're giving me, game? Well, at least the martial art skill might be useful in the future."
He activated the martial skills, and his mind was flooded with various fighting techniques, from proper punches to agile movements and controlled strikes. Max's face lit up with excitement. "Ah, this skill will definitely come in handy!"
Grabbing his phone, which appeared minuscule in his colossal hand, Max checked the time: 9:30. "Now, how should I begin spreading joy?" he pondered aloud. An idea sparked in his mind. "I know! How about bringing winter tonight? Christmas is just two days away."
"But first, I'll put on my new Christmas clothes. I hope Santa had an extra pair in his sack," Max said, a mix of excitement and worry evident in his voice. Retrieving his magic sack, he extended his hand inside, feeling a sense of void, and pulled out various items.
"No," Max muttered, tossing aside a plastic doll.
"No," he repeated, discarding a plastic car.
"Definitely not," he grumbled, tossing a beer bottle away.
After discarding a few more items, Max finally found what he was looking for. "Finally!" he exclaimed, pulling out the fresh clothes Santa left inside a red and white coat, pants, gloves, and boots. Though tight on him, they felt remarkably comfortable. "Nice, they're the perfect size for me," Max remarked with delight.
With his big red magic sack hanging on his back, Max approached the chimney, contemplating how to enter it. Frustration etched his face as he paced and pondered, lacking any ideas. "Ahh, I can't think of anyway," he sighed in frustration. Suddenly, a notion sprung into his mind, seemingly out of nowhere.
Max extended his hand towards the chimney, snapping his fingers. "Snap!" A trail of folding pixie dust materialized on his finger, and his body gradually disappeared, whisked away along with the pixie dust into the chimney. "Whoa, I did it!" he exclaimed, landing on top of his house.
"Nice, I learned how to enter an exit chimney, but it's quite slow. I should practice and improve,"
Max expressed his determination and excitement. He realized that he needed to work on his finger-snap technique to make the process faster and more efficient. He looked around his village, searching for higher ground that would bring him closer to the clouds, hoping it would enhance his control over snow.
"I wonder if my enhanced strength as a Tulpa-Human hybrid allows me to jump higher," Max pondered. Drawing upon the strength he acquired from his martial arts training, he focused his energy.
"Whoosh!" Max propelled himself into the air, reaching an impressive height of 15 feet. "Whoa!" he exclaimed, quickly muffling his excitement, aware that his neighbors were fast asleep.
To his surprise, as he landed on his neighbor's rooftop, it remained intact and silent. Santa's secrecy had preserved these rooftops for centuries, and Max continued to leap from one rooftop to another, like a shadow in the night.
Sneaking through the city, Max relished the breathtaking views from above. However, his joy was overshadowed by the absence of Christmas decorations, lights, signs, and toys that used to adorn the city in years past.
Reaching the pinnacle of his city, the towering 'Maze World Mall' standing at 2000 feet tall, Max considered his next move. Fortunately, the top floor was closed after 8 PM, ensuring no one spotted him. Standing on the rooftop, he hyped himself up, knowing that this was his moment to bring the gift of snow for Christmas.
"Alright, Max, you can do this," he encouraged himself, jumping up and down while pacing nervously. With his hand outstretched toward the sky, he patiently waited for a response.
"Why isn't anything happening?" Max grumbled, feeling a surge of frustration. But he quickly shook off the disappointment, determined not to fail.
"Once more, I will not falter," Max declared, closing his eyes and stretching his hand upward. A connection formed within him, and golden pixie dust began to manifest around his hand. Just as rain precedes snowfall, he tapped into the water within the clouds, using his power to unite them.
Minutes passed, and thousands of delicate snowflakes descended from the clouds. Each cloud was connected, ensuring a cascade of snowfall throughout the sky. Max's eyes widened with excitement as he witnessed his success.
"Yeah, I did it!" Max exclaimed, unable to contain his joy. "Haha!"
After regaining his composure, Max extended his hand, catching some of the snowflakes, which melted away gently. He settled on the rooftop's edge, observing the mesmerizing sight of snowflakes landing on the city below.
"Look, snowflakes!" a passerby shouted, astonished.
"How is this possible? It hasn't snowed in over ten years!" another person exclaimed in surprise.
The streets were filled with awe-struck humans, eagerly touching the snowflakes and capturing the magical moment with their cameras, sharing the enchantment online. Max's heart swelled with satisfaction as he witnessed the joy he had brought to the city.
As the snowflakes continued to fall, Max couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. He knew that this was only the beginning of his journey as a Beginner Claus, and he eagerly anticipated the adventures and discoveries that lay ahead.
Max stepped back from the edge of the rooftop, taking in the scene below with a sense of fulfillment. The city had come alive with wonder and delight, thanks to the unexpected snowfall he had brought. The sound of excited voices and the sight of people playing in the snow-filled his heart with joy.
"I did it," Max whispered to himself, a wide grin spreading across his face. He couldn't help but feel a surge of pride for embracing his newfound role as a Beginner Claus. The Christmas system within him had unlocked a whole world of possibilities.
As Max continued to watch the snowflakes dance and sparkle in the city lights, he made a silent promise to himself. He would use his unique abilities to bring happiness and cheer to those around him. This was just the beginning of his journey as a guardian of the Christmas spirit.
With renewed determination, Max knew he had to improve his skills and unlock more of the Christmas system's potential. He realized that being a Beginner Claus meant there was still so much to learn and discover. The gift of Martial Art he had obtained from the pack would surely aid him in his future endeavors.
Max carefully leaped from rooftop to rooftop, leaving behind a trail of snowflakes wherever he went. He marveled at his enhanced agility and strength, relishing the feeling of freedom and exhilaration that came with his newfound powers.
As the snowflakes continued to blanket the city, Max's heart swelled with warmth and contentment. He had taken his first steps on this extraordinary path, and he was filled with hope and excitement for what lay ahead.
With a renewed sense of purpose, Max stood tall on the rooftop, ready to spread the spirit of Christmas far and wide. The adventure had just begun, and he was determined to make all of Christmas every year a truly magical and unforgettable one for everyone.