Kenos stirred awake, a dull ache throbbing in his head. He slowly sat up, blinking against the dim light filtering through the cracks in his cottage. As his consciousness cleared, he recalled the pain of the awakening and the strange sensation of energy coursing through his body.
A warm smile spread across his face as he remembered the system notification that greeted him upon awakening: "Happy Birthday, Kenos!" The thought of his birthday filled him with a sense of hope and anticipation.
With a focused effort, Kenos concentrated, visualizing the glowing display that appeared earlier. Suddenly, a holographic interface materialized before him, filled with various options and information.
[ ~Astrum~
Character Profile:
* Name: Kenos
* Age: 14
* Race: Human
* Class: None (Not yet Awakened)
* Health: 100/100
* Cosmic Units (CU): 10/100
* Combat Power: 25/100
* Achievement Points (AP): 1
* Ascension Potential: --
]
Kenos's eyes widened as he examined the information displayed on the screen. He noticed the "Ascension Potential" attribute, a glimmer of hope sparking within him.
Suddenly, a wave of dread washed over him as he remembered the dire consequences of failing to register his awakening: being thrown out into the treacherous woods of Shadowfen.
With a mixture of fear and determination, Kenos decided he must visit the outer official office as soon as possible. He knew the dangers that lurk in Shadowfen, but the thought of being cast out into the wilderness was even more terrifying.
Kenos stood up, a newfound sense of purpose filling him. He knew the challenges that lay ahead, but he was determined to face them and seize the opportunity that had presented itself. With a resolute nod, he left his cottage, heading towards the outer hall that lay beyond the wall of the Morgan stronghold.
As Kenos walked through the outer section of the stronghold, he noticed the hustle and bustle of activity. The air was filled with the sounds of clan members going about their tasks, and the atmosphere was surprisingly vibrant compared to the desolate landscape outside the walls.
Kenos observed the outer disciples, who seemed to be training or socializing in groups. They appeared more relaxed and confident than the slaves he's accustomed to seeing. A glimmer of hope sparked within him as he realized that perhaps there is a chance for him to improve his situation.
Finally, Kenos reached the outer official office, a small, nondescript building located in a quiet corner of the outer section. He hesitated for a moment, gathering his courage before knocking on the door.
A gruff voice called out, "Who is it?"
Kenos took a deep breath and replied, "I am Kenos, a slave working in the slaughtering sector. I need to get checked."
The door creaked open, revealing a stern-looking official named Kael. Kael was a tall, muscular man with short, dark hair and piercing blue eyes. He had a reputation for being strict.
Kael eyed Kenos with a mixture of suspicion and indifference. "Awakened, huh?" he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "And what makes you think you're worth anything?"
Kenos didn't respond. He knew he must remain calm and collected. He simply stated, "I need to be registered."
Kael sighed. "well. Come in."
As Kenos entered the outer official office, he was led to a large, intimidating machine. Kael explained that the machine would measure his celestial ascension level and assess his potential for ascension. He also mentioned that the process would require Kenos to expend one Achievement Point (AP), which was given to him upon awakening.
Kenos nodded in understanding. He knew that AP was a valuable resource, but he was determined to proceed. He stepped forward and placed his hand on the machine's sensor.
The machine hummed to life, a series of lights flashing across its surface. As it scanned Kenos's energy signature, Kael explained that the machine would not only measure his celestial ascension level but would also grant him a basic skill in cosmic energy manipulation.
After a few moments, the machine beeps, and its display lights up with information. Kael examines the readout, his expression turning grim.
"Well, this is surprising," he says, his voice laced with disappointment. "Your celestial ascension level is...let's see...None. It's the first time I've seen someone with no detectable potential."
Kenos's heart sinks. He had hoped for better results.
"I suppose it's not surprising," Kael continues, dismissing Kenos's potential. "You're just a slave. What did you expect?"
A wave of despair washes over Kenos. He had been so hopeful, so eager to break free from his chains. But now, it seems his dreams are shattered.
"Now Go back," Kael says, as he's getting annoyed. "You'll have to make do with what you have."
Kenos nods, his head hanging low. He knows that his chances of ever becoming an Ascender are slim to none. As he turns to leave the office, he feels a sense of hopelessness wash over him. His dreams of freedom and power seem to have vanished, leaving him with nothing but despair.
Kenos left the office, his head hanging low. He felt a wave of despair wash over him as he realized his dreams of becoming an Ascender were shattered.
As he walked away, he tried to open the system panel, hoping for a miracle. To his surprise, the interface appeared before him, but it was different from before. It was more detailed, providing a wealth of information about his abilities and status.
~Astrum~
- Name: Kenos
- Age: 14
- Race: Human
- Class: None (Not yet Awakened)
- Health: 100/100
- Cosmic Units (CU): 10/100
- Combat Power: 25/100
- Achievement Points (AP): 1
- Ascension Potential: None
Authorities:
* Star-gazing Eyes (Rank: Undetermined)
* ???
* ???
Abilities:
* Basic Psionics:
* Energy Manipulation (Limited)
Quests (Locked):
* Initial Quest: A Test of Strength
* Defeat a monster to unlock the quest log
* Reward: a basic healing potion
* Facilities (Locked):
* Market
* Communication
* Ranking
Kenos's eyes widened as he saw the authority listed: "Star-gazing Eyes (Rank: Undetermined)."
However, as he thought about it, he realized that authorities were not easily obtained. They were often granted to those with exceptional talent or lineage. For a lowly slave like him, possessing an authority seemed almost impossible.
Despite his doubts, Kenos decided to test his new ability. He focused his mind on the outer disciple walking ahead of him. Immediately, a holographic panel appeared before his eyes, displaying the disciple's information.
Before he could fully process what he was seeing, Kenos felt a wave of dizziness wash over him. His vision blurred, and his knees buckled. He collapsed to the ground, unconscious.