Ren awoke the next morning feeling refreshed, the warmth of the church providing a stark contrast to the cold, harsh nights he had spent on the streets of Orario. He stretched, preparing himself for another day of training and discovery within the Hestia Familia. Little did he know, today would mark a significant turning point in his journey.
As he was getting dressed, he suddenly felt a strange sensation wash over him, similar to what he had experienced the previous night when Hestia gave him her blessing. A translucent panel materialized before his eyes, filled with various icons and information. The system had finally activated.
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*System Activated*
Ren stared at the panel, his mind racing with possibilities. He remembered the god's words: his talents would only awaken once he received a god's blessing. Now, it seemed, the time had come to explore this newfound power.
"System," Ren murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. The panel responded instantly, expanding to reveal several options: Status, Inventory, Skills, Talents, and Store.
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*Status*
Name: Ren
Level: 1
Strength: I0
Endurance: I0
Dexterity: I0
Agility: I0
Magic: I0
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*Inventory*
*Items*: Newbie Gift Pack
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Ren's eyes lit up as he saw the Newbie Gift Pack listed in his inventory. He selected it, and the system responded with a prompt.
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*Would you like to open the Newbie Gift Pack?*
Yes /No
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Without hesitation, Ren selected "Yes." The pack opened, revealing three items: a long sword, a scroll labeled "Basic Movement Technique," and another scroll labeled "Basic Attack Skill."
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Item Acquired: Custom Long Sword
Skill Acquired: Shadow Step (Basic Movement Technique)
Skill Acquired: Crescent Slash (Basic Attack Skill)
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Ren's excitement grew as he read the descriptions of his new skills. "Shadow Step" allowed him to move swiftly and silently, perfect for navigating the Dungeon's dangerous terrain. "Crescent Slash" was a powerful, sweeping attack that could deal significant damage to his enemies.
He couldn't wait to test these new abilities, but first, he decided to explore the Store option in his system. Selecting it, he was greeted with a variety of items and abilities, each with a corresponding point cost.
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*Store*
*Skill/Abilities*:
*Sharingan (5,000 points)*
*Rasengan (1,000 points)*
*Bankai (10,000 points)*
*Kamehameha (4,000 points)*
*Haki (6,000 points)*
*Weapons*:
*Katana (500 points)*
*Bow and Arrows (700 points)*
*Magic Staff (1,000 points)*
*Potions*:
*Health Potion (50 points)*
*Mana Potion (50 points)*
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Ren's eyes widened at the selection. He had always been a fan of anime, and the thought of acquiring some of those legendary abilities filled him with excitement. However, he noted that he currently had no points to spend.
"I'll need to earn points quickly," Ren thought, determination setting in. "With these abilities, I can become incredibly strong."
Just then, Hestia entered the room, a bright smile on her face. "Good morning, Ren!"
Ren smiled back, feeling more prepared than ever. "Goodmorning, Hestia-sama. ."
Hestia's eyes sparkled with enthusiasm. "Do you want to go to the Dungeon today? It'll be your first time exploring it."
Ren nodded, his heart racing with anticipation. "Yes, Hestia-sama. I'm ready to start my journey as an adventurer. I want to become strong and prove myself."
Hestia's smile widened, a mix of pride and encouragement in her gaze. "I believe in you, Ren. Just be careful and remember that the Dungeon can be very dangerous. Bell is already down there, and you'll meet him soon enough."
With a final nod, Ren left the church and made his way to the entrance of the Dungeon, a mix of excitement and trepidation swirling within him. This was it—the beginning of his true journey. With each step, he felt the weight of his new life, but also the exhilarating promise of the adventures that awaited him.