(Titus's (Ferdiad's) POV)
As my eyes fluttered open, a familiar ceiling greeted me. I swiftly sat up, my attention drawn to a flurry of notifications that had appeared before me.
[Congratulations for successfully completing the mission.]
[You have received EXP!]
[You have been leveled up to Level 67.]
[You have received further rewards:
- 1 million LCs
- 1 Skill 'Enhance' upgraded
- Passive Skill (Celtic Warrior A)
- Active Skill (Undying Hero A+++)
- Active Skill (Mad Enhancement C)
- New Function: Moon Cell Rank 1
- You can now Rank up any skill to Rank EX according to the quality of skill.]
"Holy moly! Why so many rewards?!" I gasped in sheer astonishment.
I delved into the descriptions of each gift:
[Celtic Warrior A
Effect: You are a master warrior, capable of wielding any combat mastery from the Celtic Era, regardless of its age.]
[Undying Hero A+++
Effect: You can revive up to 3 times upon receiving any lethal attack.
Cooldown: 1 month]
[Mad Enhancement C
Effect: Your overall physical parameters are boosted in exchange for your sanity.
Cost: MP - varies]
[Moon Cell Rank 1
It is a Divine Automatic Recording Device, a colossal collection of Photonic Crystals. Described as a colossal supercomputer, it's believed to have existed even before the formation of Earth. It's equivalent to Akasha in the universe of Fate/Extra.
You'll understand its effects once you enter it.]
I decided to tackle each element separately, starting with the Celtic Warrior A skill.
Celtic Warrior A seemed like a skill bestowed upon me after my intensive training under Scathach. It didn't feel entirely new, more like a recognition of the mastery I had already attained. Its appearance in the system mirrored the way the Imperial Manager skill had manifested.
Undying Hero, on the other hand, essentially granted me a form of guts. I could now revive up to three times after facing a lethal attack, reminiscent of Cu Chulainn's resilience in the game. It felt like a gift from Cu Chulainn himself, perhaps a nod to his own ability to defy fate.
Mad Enhancement, the third skill, also seemed to be a gift from Cu. As far as my knowledge went, he had a tendency to go berserk during wars, and this skill reflected that aspect of his life. It was absent in his lancer form, much like rune magecraft, but an integral part of his overall experiences.
The ability to enhance my skills up to Rank EX was a significant upgrade. It meant I could reach a superior rank in skills, although the challenge would be managing the considerable amount of LCs required for such enhancements.
Now, the Moon Cell intrigued me. While I had some idea about its nature, I decided to explore further. A new panel appeared alongside Inventory, Mission, and Status.
Curiosity piqued, I clicked on it, and suddenly, I found myself transported into a different reality.
At first, I experienced a sensation of floating in darkness, devoid of a tangible body—just consciousness. Yet, as my curiosity sparked, the void began to transform. Gradually, I regained my physical form, accompanied by the sensation of breathing. Initially, the surroundings appeared dark, but soon, punctures of light emerged. In a matter of milliseconds, the darkness morphed into a vast space adorned with shimmering stars and galaxies. It felt surreal, as if I were shaping this cosmic expanse with the power of my mind alone.
As I turned around, my eyes widened in disbelief.
"What in the actual hell?" I muttered, gazing at a colossal cubic structure.
Before me stood a giant bluish cube, approximately 3000 km in size. How did I calculate its exact dimensions? I couldn't say; it was as if information was being directly fed into my brain.
To gain a broader perspective on this immense supercomputer, I closed my eyes and began to ask questions. Almost instantaneously, information flowed into my consciousness.
The gargantuan cube constituted the core of the Moon Cell, mirroring the size of Earth's moon. In the world of Fate/Extra, the Moon Cell manifested as a physical entity within the moon, predating the formation of Earth. Originally created by an alien species to observe and document events throughout the solar system, the Moon Cell transformed into Earth's moon as life solely developed on our planet. However, in my case, it lay empty—an unutilized, pristine computer devoid of any installed programs or windows.
Now, let's delve into the practical aspects. The Moon Cell, while unable to directly impact Earth beyond the realm of the internet, possessed an unparalleled ability to hack into every computer on the planet within mere seconds. This implied that accessing any data stored on the internet was well within my reach. However, given the technological constraints of the year 2006, my utilization of this power was somewhat limited, as the world was still navigating the early stages of technology adoption.
In terms of its existence, the Moon Cell adopted the concept of Imaginary Numbers, akin to the framework of my Inventory. It existed in a manner that defied conventional understanding.
Exploring its internal functions, I found myself capable of crafting any space I desired, spanning up to several hundred kilometers. The Moon Cell orchestrated my transition into this realm by transforming me into data, leaving my physical form intact in the real world. Intriguingly, even if my physical body were to meet its demise, my essence would endure within the Moon Cell.
While a plethora of other overpowering functions existed, I opted to defer their detailed explanations for a later time. In essence, I was now in possession of an artifact akin to any True Magic.
Oh, and there was another perk—I had the ability to observe anywhere I pleased. To put it to the test, I activated the screen function. I navigated through spaces until I caught sight of Shirou and the Tohsaka sisters enjoying their dinner.
"These idiots started eating without me," I lamented, my stomach growling in protest. After enduring a diet of potatoes for a decade, the craving for a hearty meaty meal was undeniable.
However, before leaving the voyeuristic expedition, I decided to conduct a few more tests. Employing another function, I playfully removed a layer of clothing from Rin.
"Pff! Why on earth is she wearing teddy bear undies?" I chuckled at the unexpected discovery of Rin's choice in undergarments. It was a side of her I had never anticipated—an amusing revelation of her more childish side.
Despite the temptation to delve further into exploration, I resisted the urge for additional escapades into the realm of degeneracy. If I wanted to see more, I'd do it with my own eyes.
With that decision made, I logged out, finding myself back in my office. Now in my hands was a miniature cubic structure, a condensed version of the Moon Cell.
"This is ridiculously overpowered," I muttered to myself, a sense of incredulity settling in. After enduring two tragedies, the influx of treasures left me wondering why I hadn't acquired them earlier.
"If this is in my palm, it implies that I won the Moon Cell Holy Grail War in my previous life and became human."
Reflecting on my victories in the Grail War with Nero, Tamamo, and now Cu Chulainn, it dawned on me—I had utilized every class to secure wishes and resurrect myself as a human. The mission at hand seemed to be a way of repaying the debts owed to all the servants with whom I had emerged victorious in the Grail War.
Yet, a cascade of unanswered questions lingered. How did I attain this life? Did I sacrifice every other servant to manifest in this form? Moreover, if the Moon Cell in my possession mirrored that of the Fate/Extra world, did I inadvertently bring about the destruction of that universe?
"Let's unravel these mysteries gradually," I resolved, taking a moment before opening the status panel.
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[[Status]]
Name: Titus Dusklock
Age: 19
Elements: Light (Special), Fire
Level: 67
...
Parameters:
STR: 134
MAG: 844
END: 121
AGI: 130
LUC: 1510
Additional SPs: 40
…
HP: 1015
MP: 3323
…
Passive Skills: (Imperial Manager A), (Saint's Golden Rule A), (Presence Concealment B), (Charmer C), (Amaterasu: 5 tails EX+), (Celtic Warrior A)
Active Skills: (Force Control A), (Imperial Privilege A), (Odin's Eye EX), (Undying Hero A+++), (Mad Enhancement C)
...
Magecrafts:
[Illusionary Arts: Rank D]
[Creation Runes EX]
[Miscellaneous spells]
LCs: 1,510,200
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It was unbelievable how much stronger I had become in just a few moments. I went from a novice to a seasoned veteran in the blink of an eye. However, gazing into the mirror, I saw the same old me—brown hair, brown eyes, the epitome of a background character. Well, I was happy with my face. I didn't want to be edgy white hair and red eyes lord with bitches falling with wet dreams at mere sight.
"Let's delve into my third memory," I declared, preparing myself to revisit that particular recollection. I hoped fervently that Cu didn't fall for me like the previous two had.
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[Fate/Extra World Part 3: Lancer's Memory]
(3rd person POV)
"Would you like a doggie biscuit, Cu Chulainn?" Titus offered, presenting a bag of dog cookies to the Celtic hero as they sat before the colossal cubic structure, having emerged victorious from the Holy Grail War.
"Master, how many times do I have to remind you that just because my name means 'dog,' it doesn't make me a dog," Cu sighed, feeling a sense of disrespect. "It's rather disrespectful, you know."
"Oh, I apologize. I didn't intend any disrespect. I just grabbed these from the cafeteria, thinking you might enjoy them. They're also meant for humans... I believe," Titus responded, attempting to clarify.
Cu attempted to gauge Titus's intentions but realized that his master was merely a reflection of a memory. He dismissed the notion that Titus could express sarcasm.
"Very well," Cu relented, accepting the bag of biscuits. "Hmm, these are actually quite delicious!"
Titus smiled, disregarding the tag on the bag that clearly suggested it was intended for dogs. His servant's happiness took precedence, eclipsing any concerns about the biscuit's intended recipient.
Upon recovering his memories, Titus engaged in the Grail War with numerous servants. At times, he chose to forfeit if the servant lacked strength or refused to act in line with their personalities. On other occasions, Titus resorted to commanding them to take their own lives if he summoned a berserker or exhibited stubbornness.
It was when he summoned the Irish hero Cu Chulainn that Titus secured his third victory in the Grail War.
"You know, before you, I summoned Karna as Lancer," Titus initiated the conversation.
"Wait, really? Karna, the Indian legend? Did you win?" Cu's eyes widened at the mention of Karna, well aware of the legendary hero's formidable strength.
"No, I lost," Titus confessed. "We were confronted with a child servant, and Karna refused to engage. I respected his decision and accepted the defeat. Despite his strong morals, I felt he wasn't suited for making tough decisions on my behalf."
"Does that mean I meet your standards?" Cu inquired.
"Yes, you're a remarkable warrior. My judgment is solely based on your abilities, and I believe you're the ideal companion for my quest," Titus affirmed.
"Haha, master, you speak and think much like my long-lost friend Ferdiad," Cu chuckled. "So, any specific wish you want me to seek from the Grail?"
Titus shook his head. "No, I'm at a loss. Initially, I want to explore other areas within the Moon Cell, but as a master, my freedom is quite limited."
"In that case, how about summoning an extra class servant in your next attempt, just like the Ruler we encountered? They have access to other areas too," Cu suggested.
"You mean the Ruler, Jeanne d'Arc, we encountered? Now that you mention it, that's quite possible," Titus asked.
Following Tamamo's wish, the Moon Cell began summoning Ruler-class servants to monitor the anomaly that was Titus. He hadn't encountered many of them before, but in this particular run, he crossed paths with Jeanne d'Arc.
In another circumstance, Titus might have been simping the legendary waifu if he were human. However, as a mere memory, he harbored none of those emotions. Jeanne discovered Titus's involvement in the Moon Cell's corruption and attempted to intervene. But Titus employed certain strategies and, with the assistance of Cu Chulainn, emerged victorious over her by killing her in cold blood.
Throughout their encounter, Titus observed that Jeanne had access to areas beyond the reach of a typical servant.
"I think that might be the solution," Titus remarked, eyeing his Lancer-class servant. "Could you make a wish to grant me access to summon an extra class servant? It might not grant me the access directly, but my servant might obtain it. All I'd need to do is use Command Spells."
"Understood, master," Cu acknowledged before entering the grail to fulfill the wish.
Just as in the previous two attempts, the grail began to crumble, and Titus witnessed Cu emerging from the cubic structure.
"It was a success," Cu declared, a grin spreading across his face.
Titus reciprocated the smile and nodded in agreement. He then bowed respectfully. "Oh, mighty hero of Ireland, I express my heartfelt gratitude. It has been an honor to have you fight by my side."
"No need for the fancy words, master. I too found joy in fighting alongside you," Cu replied, extending his arm. "When we meet again as humans, I hope we become good friends."
"Yes, I will become human," Titus affirmed, shaking Cu Chulainn's hand. In that moment, the structure collapsed, plunging everything into darkness.
[System is resetting.]
As Titus opened his eyes once more, he found himself in a different place, yet the familiar notifications greeted him.
[Welcome to Moon Holy Grail War]
[You have been chosen to compete in the Holy Grail War.]
[You can choose #Error servants.]
And so, the cycle began anew.
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