{Certainly! Presenting the history in a timeline format, as well as being in a list sub-format}
{A History of Centropai (1976 - 2063):
1876: Sindra Berlock, a renowned geologist, stumbles upon a hidden ruin beneath Purplestone National Park, discovering an artifact that grants him an unknown energy called Mana.
1883: Following the Pergatoa eruption, Berlock explores the volcano's crater and unknowingly absorbs another energy source, later known as Spiritual Energy.
1894: Berlock and a team of scientists extensively study the energies he has acquired, coining the terms "Mana" and "Spiritual Energy." They find that these energies enhance vitality, strength, and various physical, mental, and spiritual attributes.
1899-1910: Over several years, Berlock and his team further delve into the understanding of Mana and Spiritual Energy. They realize Mana's potential for elemental manipulation, while Spiritual Energy slows physical aging, granting individuals an extended lifespan. Berlock teaches his team to circulate these energies, discovering that cultivating Spiritual Energy (Qi) enhances all aspects of their bodies.
1914-1945: The knowledge of Mana and Qi spreads worldwide, except for Berlock's ability to use both energies simultaneously. The world experiences an era of peace, as the calming properties of these energies pacify around 98% of the population.
1946-1990: The first interdimensional portal opens, revealing humanoid creatures from Selgorn, a world previously only known in fantasy stories. An alliance forms between the peaceful tribes, including Elves, Dwarves, Tieflings, Merfolk, Centaurs, Sylphs, and Nymphs. Goblins, Orcs, and Minotaurs also join the alliance, displaying traits such as greed and caution. Berlock reveals the secrets of cultivation to the alliance, fostering unity. The Minotaurs, unable to utilise Mana, embrace Spiritual Energy with gratitude.
1991-Current: A catastrophic event known as the Great Cataclysm occurs when horrifying monsters emerge from a dimensional rift, devastating the country of Pindal. The alliance manages to repel the invasion but faces increased rift activity afterward. Trust develops between the cross-dimensional alliance and the peaceful creatures from other dimensions. They allow alliance members to ride them, discerning intentions and guarding against ulterior motives. Rifts open more frequently, and adventurers engage in interdimensional exploration.
In 2030, additional portals manifest, spawning aggressive monsters. The Siren Guild, formed as the first Hunters' Guild, rises to prominence by defeating monsters in these portals, dubbed "Dungeons." They acquire valuable rewards such as knowledge of magic, cultivation techniques, and skills. This sparks the emergence of numerous guilds, each endeavouring to conquer these challenging Dungeons.
The historical record of Centropai chronicles the transformative discovery of Mana and Spiritual Energy, the cross-dimensional alliance, and the ongoing struggle against dimensional rifts and the subsequent emergence of Dungeons. It serves as a testament to the resilience, exploration, and cooperation of the people of Centropai.
This historical account encompasses the key events that have shaped Centropai's path until the present day.}
'That's, that is amazing! The butterfly effect is a terrifying thing. With my current strength, I doubt I could even cause much harm to regular animals, that's just sad. It seems that this body is just as out of shape as it was in old Earth. If I'm right, there are various, I'll probably have to do a lot of experimenting to see how many skills and stats I can gain. I'll try various physical and mental activities to see what increases my stats. I have a good idea for most of them, being married to and living with someone like Martha has its fair share of perks, everything I need is either in the house, or contained within the complex outside. Unless... System, can you tell me how I can increase all of my main stats?'
{Certainly, Generating Information Page... DONE!}
{Strength (STR):
Weightlifting: Engage in compound exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses to build overall strength for combat.
Offensive Martial Arts/Street Fighting: Practice striking techniques and combinations in disciplines like Boxing or Muay Thai, developing explosive power and strength.
Non-Combat Sports: Participate in sports like rugby or American football that require strength, tackling, and physical contact.
Physique (PHY):
Circuit training: Incorporate bodyweight exercises like burpees, push-ups, and jumping jacks to enhance overall physique and cardiovascular endurance.
Defensive Martial Arts/Street Fighting: Learn defensive manoeuvres and grappling techniques in disciplines like Judo or Krav Maga, improving body control and conditioning.
Non-Combat Sports: Engage in activities like swimming or rock climbing that challenge the body and enhance overall physique.
Agility (AGI):
Cone drills: Perform quick direction changes, lateral movements, and agility ladder drills to improve agility, quick reflexes, and change of direction.
Sports-Specific Training: Participate in sports like soccer, basketball, or tennis that require agility, coordination, and quick movements on the field or court.
Non-Combat Sports: Engage in activities like gymnastics or parkour that enhance agility, body control, and spatial awareness.
Dexterity (DEX):
Focus mitt training: Practice striking techniques and combinations with a training partner using focus mitts to enhance hand-eye coordination, precision, and striking accuracy.
Rope skipping: Incorporate rope skipping routines to improve footwork, coordination, and agility.
Non-Combat Sports: Participate in activities like Dance or Yoga that improve flexibility, coordination, and body control.
Intelligence (INT):
Sparring sessions: Engage in controlled sparring matches or scenario-based drills to improve strategy, adaptability, and decision-making skills in combat scenarios.
Tactical drills: Practice situational drills that require quick thinking, problem-solving, and strategic planning, enhancing intelligence and combat awareness.
Non-Combat Sports: Engage in activities like chess or puzzle-solving games that challenge mental agility, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Wisdom (WIS):
Mindful combat training: Practice martial arts techniques with a focus on mindfulness, awareness, and understanding the flow of combat.
Visualization exercises: Visualize combat scenarios, strategies, and techniques to enhance wisdom, intuition, and mental preparedness in combat situations.
Non-Combat Sports: Engage in activities like meditation or nature hikes that cultivate mindfulness, self-reflection, and a deeper connection with oneself.
Vitality (VIT):
High-intensity interval training (HIIT): Incorporate combat-inspired movements into HIIT workouts to enhance cardiovascular endurance and overall vitality.
Street Fighting: Engage in simulated self-defence scenarios, practicing evasive manoeuvres and combining various techniques to improve overall vitality and adaptability in real-life situations.
Non-Combat Sports: Participate in activities like swimming, cycling, or long-distance running to improve cardiovascular endurance, stamina, and overall fitness.
Endurance (END):
Cardio kickboxing: Engage in kickboxing sessions that combine cardiovascular exercise with combat movements to improve endurance and stamina.
Long-duration bag work: Perform extended rounds of punching and kicking a heavy bag to build both muscular and cardiovascular endurance for prolonged combat situations.
Non-Combat Sports: Participate in activities like marathon running or cycling endurance races to challenge and improve overall endurance.
Stamina (STA):
Interval sparring: Alternate between intense sparring bouts and active rest periods to develop stamina and endurance in combat situations.
Hill sprints: Incorporate uphill sprints into training routines to challenge cardiovascular stamina and leg strength.}
Sen whistled, 'I was expecting basic exercises, but you've gone above and beyond, and not too detailed either. I think that it's about time that I make use of the [Scan] Skill. System, bring up the information for the [Scan] skill.'
{Scan (Active) LVL MAX: Memorise all information contained within books and System Information pages. Can also be used to memorise your surroundings. Cost: 2 MP/Min. Duration: 10 Minutes. Cooldown: 1 Hour.}
'Alright then, [Scan].'
{[Scan] has been activated, 2 MP/ Min will now be consumed for 10 Minutes.}
Sen quickly scanned the contents of every information page that he'd read so far, this took less than 2 minutes to do so. He then rushed downstairs to the library, took several Martial Arts training books off the shelves, and began scanning their contents until the skill deactivated. After the skill deactivated, he experienced a minor headache as he felt information rushing into his brain. Several system notifications popped up at that moment.
{You have read 6 Basic Martial Arts Books, +4 INT, 6 Active & Passive Skills Successfully Generated.}
{A/N: I am still trying to find the format that works best, once I find the one that works best, I will replace all of the formatting in each chapter, and choose the one that works best. If any of you leave a review for this chapter, please give your honest opinion about which format would work the best. Keep in mind that I can't use Bold, Italics, Underline, etc.)
{Japanese Karate: Active Skill - "Karate Strike":
Description: Unleash a powerful and precise strike, utilizing the techniques of Japanese Karate to deliver a devastating blow to the opponent.
Cost: 5 Stamina points.
Passive Skill - "Karate Focus":
Description: Your training in Japanese Karate has sharpened your focus and discipline, enhancing your mental and physical fortitude.}
{Wing Chun: Active Skill - "Wing Chun Chain Punch":
Description: Execute a rapid series of punches, utilizing the Wing Chun techniques to overwhelm the opponent with a flurry of strikes.
Cost: 5 Stamina points
Passive Skill - "Wing Chun Centreline":
Description: Your mastery of Wing Chun has allowed you to maintain a strong and balanced centreline, enhancing your stability and control in combat.}
{Capoeira: Active Skill - "Capoeira Floreio":
Description: Perform a sequence of acrobatic movements and kicks, incorporating the fluid and rhythmic style of Capoeira to dazzle and confuse the opponent.
Cost: 5 Stamina points
Passive Skill - "Capoeira Evasion":
Description: The agile movements of Capoeira have honed your evasion skills, allowing you to effortlessly dodge and weave through attacks.}
{Jujitsu: Active Skill - "Jujitsu Submission":
Description: Utilize the grappling techniques of Jujitsu to apply joint locks and submissions, immobilizing and subduing the opponent.
Cost: 5 Stamina points
Passive Skill - "Jujitsu Defense":
Description: Your proficiency in Jujitsu grants you exceptional defensive skills, enabling you to deflect and neutralize the opponent's attacks.}
{Tai Chi: Active Skill - "Tai Chi Flow":
Description: Flow through a series of slow and deliberate movements, harnessing the principles of Tai Chi to cultivate internal energy and maintain balance.
Cost: 5 Stamina points
Passive Skill - "Tai Chi Harmony":
Description: Your practice of Tai Chi has cultivated harmony and equilibrium within your body and mind, granting you enhanced resilience and adaptability.}
{Kickboxing: Active Skill - "Kickboxing Combos":
Description: Execute a series of dynamic combinations involving punches, kicks, and knee strikes, showcasing the explosive techniques of Kickboxing.
Cost: 5 Stamina points
Passive Skill - "Kickboxing Power":
Description: Your training in Kickboxing has developed immense power and striking ability, enabling you to deliver devastating blows to your opponents.}
(A/N: The skills mentioned in this story are for fictional purposes only. Please do not attempt to perform these actions at home. Whilst I trust that most of you are responsible and mature enough to understand this, I want to emphasise that engaging in any physical activities without proper training and supervision can lead to serious injuries. I do not wish to be held responsible for any harm that may occur as a result of imitating or practising these skills. Stay safe and enjoy the story!)
Sen's eyes widened, 'Oooh, so that's how it works. Now it's time to use the information I've absorbed and put it to good use!'
3 Chapters done, finally! That took way longer than I expected, the last chapter will be published separately, as I am just writing it now. It will be less of an information dump, and more of the regular narrative along with the main character increasing his stats, along with earning more skills. Don't worry, he will level up very soon!