I checked my left hand and the gauntlet was still equipped. I tried to pull it out, but it wouldn't budge. It seemed like the gauntlet had fused with my hand and it now looked like a brand-new gauntlet with a shining blue crystal in the middle.
"Based on the system tutorial, I just need to think 'Open Status' or snap my fingers," I thought to myself. With a feeling of hesitation and worry that everything was just a dream, I shouted out loud, "Open Status!" I closed my eyes, and a blue light emerged in front of me. Even though my eyes were closed, I could still clearly see my Status Window.
[Status Window]
Name: Jin Lv: 1
Race: Human [Transcended]
Class: Scavenger [C]
Titles: First person to tamed a Rare Slime.
Strength: 30
Agility: 20
Vitality: 20
Vigor: 15
Intelligence: 20[15]
Endurance: 30
Dexterity: 20
Unused Stat Points: 0
Dimensional Points: 0
Skills: Appraisal, Merchant Network, Aura Mastery
"Everything is real! The system, my awakened ability, and Aura Mastery! Does this mean I'm a dual user? Even better, I can unlock many abilities if I gather enough Magic Crystals. I could become stronger than anyone else! If I become the wealthiest person in the galaxy, would that make me the strongest too? Could I even be the strongest in the entire universe?" Excitement pulsed through me as I pondered these thoughts, my heart racing with anticipation. Upon examining my stats, I realized that my stat are already high despite not being awakened. Could it be because of the intense physical training I've done in the past? It seems that all my efforts were not in vain after all!
"Let's test the Appraisal first, what would I appraise? Oh let's see if I can appraise zephyr!" As I looked at zephyr that was still sleeping, I said "Appraise" and the Status of zephyr popped up.
[Status Window] Name:
Zephyr Lv: 15
Race: Mutated Space Slime [ Rare ]
Class: Strongest Slime [ Unique ]
Titles: First slime to be tamed by human, Strongest Slime
Strength: 9[10]
Agility:17[10]
Vitality:8
Vigor: 17
Intelligence:16[15]
Endurance: 18
Dexterity:17
Unused Stat Points: 0
Skills: Wind Cutter[C], Wind Slash[C], Detect[B], Understanding[R]
Status: Sad
"So Zephyr is really a rare type of Space Lime with two titles, and his high stats are because of our battles with monsters. That's great news, but why does his status window say he's sad? Is it because of what happened earlier? Poor Zephyr, I should wake him up." I picked up Zephyr gently and started to wake him up.
"Hey Zephyr, wake up! You have detection skills, but you didn't sense that I was already awake? Are you feeling sad?" I asked with a big smile on my face.
"Squish?! Squish! Squish!" Zephyr replied happily, jumping upside down and clinging to me.
"Don't worry, Zephyr. Thank you for caring about me. It feels good to have someone who cares about my well-being, and you're so adorable!"
Then let's check the merchant network
[ Marketplace ]
Omitted...
"Wow, there are so many items available for purchase, and some of them are so affordable that I could even resell them!" I thought to myself as I browsed through the marketplace. With my upcoming quest in mind, I quickly began to search for items that would be useful.
After a few minutes of browsing, I came across a rare and powerful Aura Blade. It was said to have been forged by a legendary blacksmith, and its blade shone with an ethereal light. I knew that this sword would be invaluable in combat, and I added it to my cart without hesitation.
I stumbled upon a Leather Armor that looked sturdy enough to provide some protection. It wasn't the best armor out there, but it would at least shield me from some harm.
I decided to add it to my cart, thinking it would be a smart choice for my journey. Satisfied with my find, I resumed my search for other useful items.
I came across some healing potions that would be useful in case of injury, and I added them to my cart.
I knew that I couldn't risk getting injured during my quest, and having these potions would give me some peace of mind.
Excitedly, I proceeded to check out, knowing that I was now fully prepared for whatever challenges lay ahead on my quest.
With the Aura Blade and Leather Armor in my possession, I felt confident that I could overcome any obstacles that I might encounter.
[ Marketplace ]
Name: Aura Blade[R] Price : 100 High Magic Crystal
Type: One-handed sword
Stats:
Damage: 45-55
Attack speed: Fast
Durability: 120/120
Special effects:
Aura Slash: 5% chance to unleash an aura-infused slash that deals extra damage and temporarily increases critical hit rate by 10%
Aura Mastery: Increases the wielder's aura-based abilities by 15%
Description: A sword infused with the power of aura, a mystical energy that enhances the wielder's physical abilities. The Aura Blade is a powerful weapon that can unleash devastating attacks, making it a favorite of skilled warriors. With its special effects, the Aura Blade is capable of dealing heavy damage to enemies and increasing the wielder's combat prowess. However, its high demand means that it is often difficult to obtain.
Leather Armor: Price : 20 Small Magic Crystal
Durability: 200/200
Description: Provides a small boost in defense, enough to protect the wearer slightly against physical attacks. Lightweight: The Leather Armor is lightweight and flexible, allowing for ease of movement and agility.
Healing Potion[C] 100x Price: 5 Small Magic Crystal
A magical potion that rapidly restores health to the drinker, healing wounds and injuries sustained during battle. With a quick gulp, the drinker can recover from even the most severe injuries, allowing them to continue fighting without fear. This potion is highly sought after by adventurers and warriors alike, as it is an essential tool for surviving in dangerous environments.
[New Title Acquired ]
First Dimensional Purchase
Effects: +5 Intelligence
"Wow, I only spent 100 HMC and 25 SMC! and I even acquired a new title. This should be enough to keep exploring this Wasteland. I still have the Rare Alloy I got from Saturn's ring, but it's still on the ship, so I can't appraise it yet. I'll keep exploring for one more day and then head back to Solarium, so I still have enough energy to get back. Let's do this!" I said with determination.
"Squish!" replied Zephyr.
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In another dimension, someone was fuming, "Who the heck bought my Aura Blade? It's supposed to be worth 1000 Rare Magic Crystals, not just 100 High Magic Crystals!!" The MC had already made an enemy in an unknown dimension.