"I got experience from it…"
Essim stood atop his floating island, taking a deep breath as he reflected on what had happened when he destroyed the Alpha Orb. His thoughts lingered on the possibilities.
"What if I had destroyed it when it was full of energy?" he wondered aloud, a strange confidence swelling inside him. He was certain of his strength and firmly believed that he could take on even greater challenges.
"Alright, I'll give it a try when the time is right," he decided, casting his gaze towards the distant Main City. The damage to the city was almost completely repaired, and the corpses of fallen enemies were nowhere to be seen. This was thanks to Aisha, who had been working tirelessly alongside the werewolf warriors.
"Brother!"
Aisha's voice called out from a distance. She wasn't alone. Two figures stood beside her—one was a young man around Essim's age, and the other a sturdy middle-aged man with a muscular build.
Essim blinked, trying to make out their faces as a gentle breeze swept across his floating island, carrying with it a fresh sense of hope.
Main Hall - Living Room - 1st Floor
In the large living room, four people sat around a grand table, deep in discussion over their ambitious plan.
"Brother Essim, I'm very keen on joining the World Market Alliance," said the middle-aged man, Takulani, excitement in his voice.
"Me too," added the younger man, Efan, nodding in agreement.
During their last discussion, they had conceived the idea of forming the World Market Alliance—a powerful organization that would create a trading network across the Mystic Realm. While any human with a system could access the market, the goods available were often low-quality. Essim's vision for the alliance was to fix this flaw by creating a higher standard for trading.
"Alright, if you both agree, please sign this contract," Essim said, handing over a neatly prepared document that Aisha had painstakingly drafted.
(Author's note : Feel free to skip 'til the end of the contract's details)
Preamble:
This Membership Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of ____ [Date] by and between the World Market Alliance, a trading organization in the Mystic Realm (the "Alliance"), and ____ [Member Name], hereafter referred to as "Member." By signing this Agreement, the Member agrees to abide by the rules and regulations set forth herein to foster a prosperous trading environment for all parties involved.
Article I: Goals of the World Market Alliance
Quality Assurance:
Establish a standard for high-quality goods and services within the Mystic Realm, ensuring that all items available through the Alliance meet or exceed set quality benchmarks.
Market Pricing:
Sell high-level equipment and goods at prices below the average market rates to enhance accessibility.
Buy high-level goods and resources at prices above the average market rates to encourage supply from producers and traders.
Trade Expansion:
Develop a robust trading network across the Mystic Realm, connecting diverse markets and promoting trade among all participants.
Article II: Membership Benefits
Discounts and Offers:
Members shall receive a 50% discount on all purchases made from the WMA store, allowing access to high-quality items at affordable prices.
Exclusive Access:
Members will have exclusive access to high-level equipment and goods not available to non-members.
Profit Sharing:
Members will receive 15% of the profits generated from the sale of goods produced or sourced through the Alliance. This is to incentivize collaboration and ensure all members benefit from the Alliance's success.
Trading Support:
Members will receive assistance in marketing and promoting their goods within the Alliance network, increasing visibility and potential sales.
Article III: Member Responsibilities
Quality Standards:
Members are required to adhere to the established quality standards for goods offered through the Alliance. Items must be vetted and approved before being listed for sale.
Transparent Trading:
Members must provide clear and accurate descriptions of their goods, including any defects or limitations. Misrepresentation will lead to penalties as defined in Article VI.
Cooperation:
Members must cooperate with each other, sharing resources, knowledge, and best practices to enhance overall productivity and success within the Alliance.
Fee Structure:
Members agree to a 5% transaction fee on all sales made through the Alliance's trading platform. This fee will be used to maintain and improve the trading and storage infrastructure.
Article IV: Conflict Resolution
Dispute Mediation:
Any disputes arising between members shall be addressed through mediation facilitated by the Alliance. If mediation fails, the dispute may be escalated to arbitration.
Penalty System:
Members who violate the terms of this Agreement may face penalties, including fines, suspension of membership, or expulsion from the Alliance, depending on the severity of the violation.
Article V: Term and Termination
Membership Duration:
Membership in the World Market Alliance is ongoing, subject to annual renewal. Members must demonstrate compliance with all terms of this Agreement for renewal eligibility.
Termination Conditions:
A member may voluntarily terminate their membership by providing written notice to the Alliance 30 days in advance. The Alliance may terminate a membership for non-compliance with this Agreement or for actions detrimental to the Alliance's interests.
Article VI: Amendment of Agreement
Changes and Modifications:
This Agreement may be amended only with the written consent of both the Alliance and the Member. Proposed changes must be submitted in writing and discussed during a scheduled Alliance meeting.
Article VII: Miscellaneous
Governing Law:
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Mystic Realm.
Severability:
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement:
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.
Signatures
By signing below, the Member acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Membership Agreement.
Member Name: ____________________________
Signature: _______________________________
Date: ___________________________________
World Market Alliance Representative: ____________________________
Signature: _______________________________
Date: ___________________________________
"Princess Aisha is as thorough as ever," Takulani said, sweating, as he took the paper.
Without hesitation, both Takulani and Efan signed the documents, eager to solidify their roles in this ambitious new venture. Efan, especially, felt an unusual thrill. Essim radiated an aura of immense potential, something Efan had sensed the moment they met. His special ability had confirmed it.
On the tablet in front of him, the reason was clear:
[Lucky Eye - A]
(Essim) Luck level: Maximum.
One of the reasons Efan had dared to come to Essim's island was the incredible luck that surrounded him. The last time he had seen such a bright white glow was when he had discovered the rare Golden Chest on a raid. For him, this was a sign of great opportunity.
"Brother Essim, when do we start?" Takulani asked after they had finished signing.
"We'll begin once your island merges with mine. The city will be fully operational then," Essim replied.
As core members of the World Market Alliance, Takulani and Efan were required to move their islands and merge them with Essim's. In exchange, they would receive top-tier equipment and protection. Their primary task would be to search for and collect high-level items to sustain the Alliance.
The meeting lasted only ten minutes before Efan and Takulani returned to their islands via the teleportation portal. They were still fending off Void Monster attacks on their own fronts.
"Aisha, let's get ready... We're going to level up fast," Essim said, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.
"What's going on, brother? Tell me!" Aisha asked, her curiosity piqued.
"I've found something that grants a lot of exp," Essim replied, his grin widening.
Aisha's eyes sparkled with excitement as she listened to his explanation, growing more eager by the second.
Essim Island moved steadily at 1 meter per second, approaching the massive Stone Island. Essim felt a surge of impatience. He wanted to crush the Stone Islands and their Void Monsters as quickly as possible, knowing that any delay would cost him valuable experience points.
Five minutes passed, and finally, Essim Island collided with the immense 1500 x 1500 meter Stone Island. In comparison, Essim's island measured around 700 x 700 meters—significantly smaller but just as formidable.
Without waiting for an attack from the Void Monsters, Essim and Aisha unleashed their skills, charging towards the enemy. Essim slashed through level 10, 15, and 20 monsters with ease, cutting them down in one strike. Aisha, not to be outdone, fired arrows in all directions, each one finding its mark and killing a monster instantly.
But the Void Monsters weren't about to let them have an easy victory. Ten Protector-level monsters advanced to challenge them. One of these monsters, humanoid with a bird-like beak, activated its ability, creating a swirling tornado of sharp feathers.
[Tornado Bird - Protector]
Level: 20
Abilities: Str 136, Int 202, Ag 114, Res 117
(Feather Tornado): Creates a 10-meter diameter feather tornado for 1 minute.
Essim met the tornado head-on, his blade cutting through it as though it were nothing.
"Kuakk!" The Tornado Bird, sensing its doom, attempted to flee.
"Not so fast..." Essim leaped into the air and with one swift motion, sliced through the creature's neck.
[Successfully killed the Tornado Bird - Protector, exp +4100, kill points +2000]
The other Protector monsters stood back, wary of Essim's power. But he could sense one in particular was far more dangerous. In the center of Stone Island stood a boy with a red horn on his head.
[Demon Child - Protector]
Level: 20
Skills: Str 316, Int 227, Agi 286, Res 239
(Demon Clones): Creates 3 clones specializing in STR, AGI, and RES, each inheriting 150% of the original attributes.
"1,000 attribute points in total?" Essim muttered. This time, he would need to be cautious.
"Big brother... That one is dangerous," Aisha said as she joined him, her eyes narrowing at the horned creature.
The Demon Child exchanged glances with the other twelve Protector monsters, and in an instant, they all attacked simultaneously.
Essim didn't hold back this time. He activated his most powerful skill.
A brilliant light bathed the battlefield, its radiance filling the air with vibrant energy.
[Skill 3: Area of Light]
Creates a 100-meter radius of light. Increases all attributes by 100%, negates enemy healing, +100% damage to dark creatures. Lasts 10 minutes, 1-hour cooldown.
Essim's attributes soared to 400 points across the board. The first protector—a snake—spat acid in a 10-meter radius. The other monsters unleashed their own deadly abilities, but Essim tore through them with ease. Meanwhile, Aisha danced in the air, her arrows flying like lightning as she used her speed-enhancing skill.
[Skill 2: Nature Archery Dance]
Draws power from nature, increasing movement speed by 200%. Allows for two high jumps in mid-air, +50% damage. Lasts 2 minutes. Cooldown: 10 minutes.
[Successfully killed Torus - Protector, exp +5140, kill points +2000]
One by one, Protector monsters fell. Essim and Aisha had the upper hand.
The Demon Child, now desperate, activated its cloning ability, creating three copies of itself. One boasted nearly 500 STR, another 340 AGI, and the last 358 Resilience.
"I'll take the AGI clone!" Aisha called, not waiting for Essim's response. She fired a glowing white arrow, locking onto the agile clone. Despite its attempts to dodge, the arrow pursued relentlessly, striking true.
"Arghhhh!" The clone was destroyed, though no system notification appeared.
Essim knew it was time to end this. With a burst of power, he activated his next skill.
[Skill 2: Sky Shattering Divine]
A 100-meter-long sword aura appears, slashing enemies in its path.
A massive sword of energy cut through the air, slashing at the Demon Child just as it attempted to escape into the depths of the island. But it was too late. The sword aura struck, and the Demon Child was obliterated, its death shaking the very core of the island.
[Successfully killed the Demon Child - Protector, exp +6400, kill points +2000]
"Aisha, quick! To the core!" Essim shouted.
They rushed towards the center of Stone Island, where the Alpha Orb awaited. Inside the chamber, the orb was unscathed, its energy reading high.
[Alpha Orb]
Remaining energy: 92,890
"So much energy left..." Essim realized the island could keep producing monsters unless they acted fast.
He accessed the system panel and tried something risky—duplicating the orb, just as he had with the Crystal Core.
[Alpha Orb, duplicate 10,000 times?]
Essim burst into laughter.
"What's so funny, brother?" Aisha asked, still confused.
Without explaining, Essim initiated the duplication. Light flashed from the Alpha Orb, and in an instant, 3,600 copies appeared in his storage. Another 6,300 orbs continued to materialize out of thin air.
Essim inspected one of the orbs. It was a perfect replica, though something strange caught his attention. The energy level dropped by one point every second, even for the orbs in his storage.
"Aisha, destroy the black orbs in front of you," he ordered.
Aisha shot her arrows at the orbs, and the system's voice rang out.
[Destroyed Alpha Orb. Exp +91,460]
[Destroyed Alpha Orb. Exp +91,438]
[Congratulations, your Ruler level has reached 11]
[Congratulations, your Ruler level has reached 12]
They continued smashing orbs, leveling up rapidly as the system bombarded them with experience points and notifications of their growing power.
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