On a sunny day, within the confines of his apartment, a guy could be seen engrossed in his computer games. However, even after hours of gameplay, fatigue finally caught up with him. He decided to abandon his computer chair, retreat to the living room, and sprawl across the couch. In an attempt to find some entertainment, he aimlessly scoured the web, desperately hoping for a spark of excitement. But alas, nothing seemed to captivate him.
"Ugh, it's been nearly five years since I was reincarnated, and my life remains as mundane as ever," he lamented.
This man bore the name Daniel Gress, a unique individual hailing from another world.
In his previous existence, Daniel had been a run-of-the-mill salaryman, grinding away nine-hour workdays, with only two precious weekends to savor. His earnings barely covered his mortgage and bills, leaving him with just enough for sustenance. What had made life tolerable was his passion for gaming, an escape from the humdrum routine. But one fateful day, at the age of 57, heart failure had claimed his life.
Then, the unexpected occurred—he was reborn into this parallel world, where nearly everything mirrored his old life. The same urban-centric money-driven society, the familiar faces of people he had known, yet striking differences lingered. Here, renowned films and works of art bore different titles, countries had unfamiliar names, governance structures had evolved, and the world itself sprawled across a scale a thousand times larger than his previous reality.
One day, Daniel awoke in a body identical to his own, with the same name, same appearance, and even the same family that had once abandoned him because they deemed him a nuisance, just as he was on the verge of completing college. This mirrored the life he had led in his previous world before transitioning into the monotonous realm of a salaryman and, ultimately, succumbing to heart failure.
However, upon realizing the unique opportunity granted to him, Daniel's first instinct was to savor life to the fullest, to relish in the experiences he had been denied due to his own inadequacies.
Five years had flown by, filled with moments of pure enjoyment, yet now, the gnawing realization that time was slipping away crept upon him. The inexorable need to return to the drudgery of his former life as a salaryman loomed ahead, but who in their right mind would willingly subject themselves to such torment again?
At the age of 23, this was the year when Daniel knew he had to confront reality once more. The meager savings he had amassed during his part-time jobs from ages 15 to 18 were dwindling perilously, threatening his very sustenance.
"I must begin my job search, or I'll soon find myself penniless and struggling to put food on the table," Daniel mused, his gaze fixated on his dwindling bank account.
Just as he lay there, contemplating his uncertain future, a sudden notification chimed in his mind, breaking the silence.
**Ding!**[ The World Traveler system surged with energy, initiating the binding process.]
*[Binding... Binding... Binding…]*
With bated breath, Daniel watched as the process unfolded before his eyes.
*[Binding successful!]*
A flood of newfound knowledge surged into Daniel's consciousness, as if the very essence of the system had melded with his being.
"Welcome to the Host to the World Traveler system. Would the host like to activate the novice gift pack?" a voice resonated within him.
In an instant, Daniel's face lit up with unbridled joy. He now comprehended the vast wealth of information bestowed upon him, and the realization washed over him like a warm wave. This system, it dawned upon him, was akin to one of his beloved games from his previous life.
This particular game revolved around a character known as the Traveler, graced with an extraordinary ability known as Territory. Territory created a realm of invincibility in another dimension, subdivided into zones housing unique effects and phenomena.
These locations held incredible potential. The infirmary, a place of rejuvenation, offered unique treasures like genetic medicine and cutting-edge treatments that fused technology with healing. The laboratory, on the other hand, was a technological marvel, a source of standard weapons found in the urban world, futuristic sci-fi armaments, advanced transport options, prosthetics that defied imagination, and armor capable of withstanding the most formidable of challenges.
The traveler had the power to venture into other worlds, tapping into their resources to elevate their abilities while encountering special zones brimming with untold wonders.
As Daniel absorbed this newfound understanding, he couldn't contain his excitement.
"System, unlock the novice gift package!" he exclaimed, eager to embark on this extraordinary journey.
As Daniel eagerly unwrapped the novice gift package, a wave of anticipation coursed through him.
*[Opening...]*
*[Congratulations! The Host received...]*
*[Level up Card x1, Skill lottery x1, 1000 points]*
His excitement soared, knowing he could now elevate his Territory ability to level 2, unlocking the coveted special zone—the infirmary.
Contemplating the gifts bestowed upon him, Daniel addressed the system with a determined tone, "Display my status."
*[Name: Daniel Gress]*
*[Level: 1]*
*[Experience: 0]*
*[Points: 1000]*
*[Skills: None]*
*[Abilities: [Territory lv 1]: A space in another world where special zones may be born, with the increase in level alongside the size of the whole territory]*
*[Items: Level up card x1, Skill lottery x1]*
*[Worlds explore: None]*
With anticipation, Daniel used his Level-up Card on the Territory Ability, and then he promptly requested his updated status.
"Display my status," Daniel uttered, eager to see if any changes had occurred.
The response revealed his newfound potential:
*[Name: Daniel Gress]*
*[Level: 1]*
*[Experience: 0]*
*[Points: 1000]*
*[Skills: None]*
*[Abilities: [Territory lvl 2]: A space in another world where special zones may be born, with the increase in level alongside the size of the whole territory.(The special zone named Infirmary is open.)
[Infirmary lvl 1]: A special zone in the Territory ability. Can heal and generate special medicine or medical technology.]*
*[Items: Skill lottery x1]*
*[Worlds explore: None]*
Observing the transformation in his Territory ability after leveling up, Daniel couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement. He knew he was on the verge of something extraordinary.
Now, driven by curiosity, Daniel decided to delve into the Infirmary special zone, eager to explore its potential and discover what remarkable benefits it held in store.
"Open Infirmary store," Daniel commanded, and before him, a shimmering curtain of light materialized.
*[Infirmary: Level 1]*
*[Biological points: 0]*
*[Items: Genetic Potion = 10 Biological points
Penicillin = 10 Biological points
Painkiller = 10 Biological points
Vitamins = 13 Biological points
Healing factor (temporary) = 100 Biological points]*
The list continued, but Daniel understood that these were the limited options available at his current Infirmary level. He knew that as he continued to level up his Territory ability, the Infirmary's offerings would evolve, revealing more advanced and futuristic items.
Having taken a glimpse of what the Infirmary store had to offer, Daniel closed it, his mind buzzing with the possibilities that lay ahead. He then turned his attention to the Skill Lottery, a feature he found intriguing since it had not existed in the game he once loved.
"Use the skill lottery," he declared, eager to discover what new abilities fate had in store for him within this unique system.
As Daniel contemplated the Skill Lottery, a radiant window materialized before him, displaying a roulette adorned with various intriguing sections such as invisibility, god's finger, life stealer, and more. Below the roulette, a conspicuous button beckoned: "Roll." Without hesitation, he pressed it, and the roulette set into motion.
For a brief, suspenseful moment, the wheel spun until it gradually came to a halt, settling on a skill labeled "Skill Choice."
Intrigued but uncertain about this newfound ability, Daniel decided to learn more.
*[Skill Choice: A skill that allows the host to choose between 3 random skills generated after entering a new world.]*
The revelation left him astounded. The prospect of obtaining new skills every time he ventured into a fresh world, with an infinite array of worlds awaiting exploration, filled him with excitement.
Lost in daydreams of the incredible abilities he could amass, Daniel's determination resurfaced. He was ready to travel to another world, amass new skills, and bolster his resources to further level up his Territory.
"System, search for a new world," Daniel conveyed mentally.
*[Looking... Looking... Looking...]*
*[New world found! Retrieving information... Information retrieved!]*
*[New World: Apocalyptic World]*
With his destination set, Daniel prepared himself for a journey into the unknown—a world fraught with apocalyptic challenges and, undoubtedly, unique skills waiting to be discovered.