As Rael closed his eyes, little did he know that a Powerful Being had been observing his actions from a different plane of existence. This being, known only as the "Watcher," had a keen interest in individuals like Rael who possessed the potential to disrupt the balance of power in the post-apocalyptic world.
The Watcher had been monitoring Rael since the moment he wielded his sword and demonstrated his newfound abilities. Intrigued by Rael's audacity and the way he manipulated others to further his goals, the Watcher decided to watch over him more closely.
From its ethereal realm, the Watcher projected its consciousness into the room where Rael rested. It manifested as a faint, shimmering presence, invisible to anyone but Rael. It whispered into Rael's subconscious, planting seeds of ambition and curiosity.
"Rael Hamartia, your journey has just begun. The path you tread is filled with darkness and power. Embrace your potential, for you are destined for greatness. Seek out the mysteries of this world, and I shall be your guide."
Rael stirred in his sleep, sensing a presence he couldn't explain. The Watcher's influence had been set in motion, and Rael's fate was now inexorably linked to this enigmatic entity.
Little did Rael know that his actions would continue to attract the attention of powerful beings and forces far beyond his comprehension. The post-apocalyptic world was a crucible, and Rael was the catalyst for change, whether he liked it or not.
As Rael slept, the Watcher continued to observe him closely. It saw potential in him, and as Rael dreamt of battles and conquests, the Watcher decided to bestow a gift upon him. It reached out with its otherworldly influence and subtly altered Rael's very essence.
Rael's dreams took on a surreal quality. In his slumber, he saw visions of power and strength, of battles won and enemies vanquished. As the Watcher's presence deepened within his dreams, Rael's attributes began to shift and grow.
[System's Interface]
**Character Profile**
[Name]: Rael Hamartia
[Bloodline]: None
[Level]: 8
[Experience Points](XP): 9144/25600
[Title]: Slayer
**Attributes**
- Strength: 28 (+9)
- Stamina: 29 (+10)
- Intelligence: 21 (+6)
- Agility: 31 (+8)
- Perception: 26
- Attribute Points: 0
Rael awoke with a start, feeling an exhilarating surge of energy and vitality coursing through him. It was as though he had been reborn with newfound strength and resilience.
Unbeknownst to him, the Watcher's intervention had increased his attributes by 2 points across the board. Rael was now even more formidable, his potential for growth seemingly limitless.
The Watcher's whispered words echoed in his mind, "Embrace your destiny, Rael Hamartia, for you are destined for greatness. The power you seek is within your grasp, and I shall continue to watch over you."
Rael, now fully awake and aware of the subtle changes within him, couldn't help but feel a sense of purpose and determination like never before. The Watcher had granted him a gift, and he was ready to make the most of it in this unforgiving world.
With his newfound attributes and the enigmatic guidance of the Watcher, Rael's journey was set to take a more thrilling and challenging turn.
Rael couldn't help but be surprised as he stared at the changes in his attributes displayed on the System's Interface. His strength, stamina, intelligence, agility, and perception had all increased by 2 points each. It was an unexpected and seemingly miraculous gift, one he couldn't explain.
'What in the world just happened? Did that really occur in my sleep? Is this some kind of side effect from killing so many zombies and guards?'
The Watcher's enigmatic presence lingered in the back of his mind, and he couldn't shake the feeling that it had something to do with the ethereal entity he had encountered.
'Is this... the Watcher's doing? What does it want from me? And why bestow this gift upon me?'
Rael had so many questions, but he had learned to adapt quickly to the ever-changing nature of this post-apocalyptic world. He decided to accept the gift with gratitude, understanding that it might be a key to his survival and prosperity.
This special encounter also proved to him that there may be other powerful beings keeping a close eye on Earth, and on him, too.
With a newfound sense of determination, he thought to himself, 'I'll make the most of this unexpected boost. It's time to continue building my power, forge alliances, and pave my name in this new world.'
Rael left the room and rejoined his comrades, his face a mask of confidence and resolve. He couldn't wait to see how his increased attributes would affect his performance in the challenges and battles that lay ahead.
Little did he know that the Watcher was not done with him, and his journey was just beginning to unravel the secrets of this post-apocalyptic reality.
But this was something he would only become aware of later in his journey...
For now, Rael made a few decisions.
First and foremost, he resolved to swiftly clear the prison of any remaining zombies or humans.
Checking the time, he was surprised to find that he had slept for nearly six hours; this was a record for him. Even during the times he was alone in the solitary confinement room, Rael couldn't manage more than two or three hours of sleep.
With newfound vitality coursing through him thanks to the Watcher's gift, Rael felt more than capable of dealing with the remaining threats in the prison. He realized that it was a rare opportunity to clear the entire prison.
After discussing his plan with Maria, Ron, and the others in his alliance, they organized teams to clear out the remaining areas of the prison systematically. Rael led one of these groups, his increased attributes making him an even more formidable leader.
The hours passed swiftly as they methodically eliminated every zombie and potential threat. Rael's confidence in his abilities continued to grow, bolstered by his high attributes.
No mutant or zombie could even touch him, Rael was like a fish swimming in water, his experience increased every second, until he leveled up again. This time he decided to put all his remaining points into strength.
As they cleared the final cell block, Rael couldn't help but reflect on how far he had come in this post-apocalyptic world. He had started as an imposter, and now he was a leader and a recipient of mysterious gifts from a powerful being.
The Watcher's presence remained an enigma, but Rael was determined to uncover its true intentions. He understood that his journey was far from over, and the challenges ahead were likely to be even more dangerous.
"Now that we finally managed to secure the prison, I have a question to ask you; should we stay here and make this our base, or get out and continue to find opportunities and get stronger?"
As Rael asked this, Maria and the others quickly tried to come up with an answer.
This was until Sofia who was usually very quiet decided to speak her mind,"Why don't we make this our operations base, while keeping Robert and the others as 'housekeepers'? This way, we'll have a place to fall back, and not only that, we could use and train some of those people willing to get stronger and make another team."
Everyone was stunned by Sofia's train of thought, after a while, most of them nodded, Rael included.
Looking at the time displayed by the System, there was less than an hour before the Survival mission will end,"Since we all agree with Sofia's plan, we should do that."
"Evan and Ron, you two will be going to inform Robert and Rick about our plans, if they don't agree to what we discussed...tell them I'll personally pay them a visit."
Hearing Rael's threat, even if they were on the same side, Evan and the others couldn't help but tremble a bit. They understood that this maniac didn't joke earlier, and after knowing that his original plan included killing everyone inside the prison, they couldn't help but feel lucky for following him.
"I understand, we're going to say that-" Before Ron could finish his words, a high-pitched scream was heard from somewhere inside the prison.
A cloud of dust rose from the ground as a giant spider got out from the underground and started to wreak the prison walls.
"What the hell is that?!" Evan suddenly shouted, he was petrified seeing the 5 meter tall spider who had some liquid oozing from its mouth.
"That's my ticket to level-up..." with a different reaction than his allies, Rael grinned before taking his Uncommon Sword in hand and making his way to the giant spider.