Li Bao sat cross-legged in his chambers, the soft light of a lantern flickering in the corner as his gaze remained fixed on the glowing blue interface of the system. His heart pounded in anticipation as the gacha wheel continued its colorful dance of lights. After years of playing games in his previous life, Li Bao was familiar with this moment—the thrill of the unknown, the excitement of waiting to see what treasures fate had in store. However, this was not a simple game. The stakes were higher, and the rewards were real.
As the lights slowed, a voice resonated through his mind—calm, neutral, but with an almost imperceptible hint of gravity.
[The first gacha pull is unique. As it is the host's initial interaction with the gacha system, the first ten pulls will contain significant rewards: one God Rank Item, two Heaven Rank Items, three Earth Rank Items, and four Gold Rank Items. From this point onward, rewards will be distributed based on standard probabilities. Would you like to proceed?]
Li Bao blinked in surprise. "God Rank? Heaven Rank? I knew it wasn't just an ordinary system, but this..."
The system seemed to sense his thoughts, and an informational window appeared before him.
[Item Ranks: Yellow, Green, Black, Gold, Earth, Heaven, God, and Primordial. Each rank is divided into Low, Mid, and Top tiers. Items of higher ranks often have mystical properties, unique techniques, or powerful artifacts that can change the fate of a cultivator. Primordial Rank items are so rare that even this system cannot guarantee their appearance. Their acquisition is purely dependent on luck.]
Simply put, God Rank is the stuff of legends even Tier 9 families barely have their fragments of it. Heaven Rank - 9th Rank, Earth Rank - 8th Tier, Gold Rank- Tier 7 & Tier 6, Black - Tier 5 & Tier 4, Green - Tier 3 & Tier 2 and Yellow - Tier 1
Li Bao's eyes widened as he took in the rankings. Primordial Rank—the stuff of myth. He quickly shook his head to refocus. The guaranteed rewards for his first pull were already mind-blowing.
"Proceed with the pull," he commanded, excitement growing in his chest.
The system acknowledged his command, and the spinning wheel of lights surged with intensity. A soft chime rang out, followed by a series of colorful flashes. The lights slowed, each one landing on a distinct color. One after another, ten items materialized on the screen before him, each accompanied by a brief description.
The first item shimmered with an ethereal glow, the text beneath it reading:
[God Rank – Top Tier: Clan Bloodline Creation Stone – A unique stone that allows a cultivator to imbue their family with a powerful bloodline. Bloodlines are a rare asset found only in the most ancient and powerful clans. This stone will allow the Li family to create their own unique bloodline, giving future generations an innate advantage in cultivation and martial arts.]
Li Bao gasped, his heart racing. A clan bloodline was something reserved for only the most elite Tier 9 families—those who had existed for centuries, with rich legacies and deep roots. To have a bloodline was to secure a future where every descendant would be born with potential far beyond ordinary cultivators. The Li family, currently teetering at the edge of Tier 2, had no such legacy. This stone would elevate them beyond any rival family in the region.
His mind buzzed with the implications. "With this... we could rise to become a powerful force in the cultivation world... We could challenge even the great families."
Before he could dwell too long on the possibilities, the system displayed the next item:
[Heaven Rank – Low Tier: Clan Defensive Array – A formation that can be deployed around the Li family estate. It is capable of withstanding attacks from cultivators in the Sage realm and below, providing unparalleled protection to the clan's stronghold. It has counter-attacking and anti-surveillance features built In]
Li Bao smiled, his thoughts shifting toward defense. Their current estate was vulnerable, and the Li family had few resources to protect themselves from stronger forces. This defensive array would allow them to stand their ground, even against multiple enemies. A strategic asset like this was priceless.
The next item shimmered into view:
[Heaven Rank – Top Tier: Tier 9 Spirit Vein – A natural source of spiritual energy that, when placed within the clan's territory, will significantly boost the cultivation speed of all clan members. Tier 9 spirit veins are exceedingly rare and are normally only found in the most sacred and ancient lands.]
Li Bao nearly jumped from his seat. A Tier 9 Spirit Vein! His family's current spirit vein was barely Tier 1—weak, stagnant, and unable to support rapid cultivation. With a Tier 9 vein, the entire clan's cultivation speed would skyrocket. This was a treasure that would make the Li family's estate a sacred ground, a place where talented cultivators would flock to seek refuge and guidance.
Next came the Earth Rank items:
[Earth Rank – Top Tier: Azure Wind Cultivation Technique Set – A complete set of cultivation techniques, including the Azure Wind Cultivation Method, Azure Wind Sword Technique, and Azure Wind Movement Technique. These techniques are based on the element of wind, granting speed, agility, and precision in both martial and cultivation arts.]
Li Bao grinned. The Azure Wind set was perfect for him. With his current Qi-Condensation realm cultivation, these techniques would give him the edge he needed to dominate opponents within his realm. The wind-based techniques would complement his speed, enhancing his combat abilities significantly.
[Gold Rank – Tier 6 Alchemy Set: A full alchemy set, including knowledge, experience, techniques, and a Tier 6 alchemy cauldron. This set will allow the host to refine powerful pills and elixirs, essential for the growth of the clan's members.]
Li Bao couldn't help but laugh in disbelief. A Tier 6 Alchemy Set? Alchemists were rare, and those who could refine high-tier pills were practically non-existent in their region. With this set, not only could he nurture the younger generation, but he could also begin stockpiling resources to ensure his family's survival. Potions and elixirs were invaluable in times of war or rapid growth.
By the time all ten items were fully revealed, Li Bao sat back, speechless. The gacha system had delivered far beyond his wildest expectations.
"This is insane," he whispered, a grin creeping across his face. "Just these treasures alone will allow the Li family to not only survive but thrive. We can rise to challenge even the most powerful clans in the region."
But as his elation surged, the system spoke once more:
[Host, the guaranteed rewards have now ended. From this point onward, every 10 pulls will guarantee one Gold Rank item. Every 50 pulls will guarantee one Earth Rank item. Every 100 pulls will guarantee one Heaven Rank item. Every 1000 pulls will guarantee one God Rank item. Primordial Rank items will not be guaranteed. Their appearance will depend on luck.]
Li Bao absorbed the information, his earlier excitement tempered by the reality of future gacha pulls. It was clear that the system wouldn't shower him with these incredible items forever. But that was fine. What he had now was more than enough to begin his plans to raise the Li family to greatness.