"Welcome new host, this is an introductional artificial intelligence program to help Jason Demeter progress in the Magical World"
I blinked a few times as the pop up shined in my top left field of vision. It was taking up too much space, making it confusing to see where I was, so I looked it over and waved it goodbye!? System?! I know I've read a few light novels back in my college days, so I understand the concept, but I didn't die? The last thing I remember was walking Ari under the blood moon. I don't remember falling asleep?!
Thinking this was just a good dream, I decided to play along, it was either that or wake up for another boring day at the office. Might as well play this out until the alarm clock goes off.
So without further ado, my journey into the magical world began as one of a man who thought he was truly indestructible because no one has ever died in a dream before.
And that is how I went until actually getting seriously injured before taking this brand new life seriously. Because up until my first true battle, I was a complete edge lord.
It took a few seconds for me to gather myself enough to look around to observe my surroundings, and when I did that my first real shock hit. I was staring face to face with a humongous dog? The beast looked identical to Ari, with a black and white coat, split down the middle of her face, with a pointed nose. Yet that was where the symmetry ended. The dog was 5 feet tall and atleast 300 pounds, with a thick black coat, slightly shaggy, but still well maintained, with fierce claws on each paw.
What the hell?!?!
'Ari has awakened her true bloodline, as a Collie Wolf. A hybrid breeed the shadow wolf, the stealthiest and most feared of its king and the Border collie, the most loyal and intelligent canine.'
I stared at my dog… it wasn't like she changed much, more like she grew 3
Times her normal size in the span of seconds.
What a wild dream I was having, yet I could see where I got the idea, after I found Ari on a hike, i took her in. After a few months, I decided to get her a DNA test to see her breed, they were the current fad and I saw no harm in it. Yet the results were confusing. She was 75% border collie, and 25% unknown. Which at first seems normal for these tests, but their normal would be labeled super mutt. Unknown meant it had no similar genetic makeup. Well it was only $100 dollars, so I didn't sweat it too much.
Glad to see that Ari made the adventure with me, I played along with all my knowledge, and as any protagonist would do, they would humble around trying to look at their status
Status
Jason Demeter
Level: 1
Class: The True Beast Master (M)
Affinities: Beast & Nature
Skill: Beast Tame
Ari Demeter
Level: 73
Class: Spellbarker
Affinities: Wind, Mind, & Shadow
Spells: Wind Sprint, shadow toss, wind slash, shadow claw, shadow step, windshield, telekinesis,
I stared wide eyed. I was thinking my own dream would make me OP, but I was a complete wimp when compared to my dog. I didn't have any spells, special traits, nor even any stats? What the hell was this, I was basically just a chump in this world. Looks like I'll have to depend on Ari until I can raise.
System why am I not OP?!?
'This world is not a video game world, it is much similar to your old world, except filled with magic and magical creatures, therefore levels do not truly exist. This is just for the own users guide. You having the system is what makes you OP'
Explain
'I am here to guide you to your full strength, to help you understand the world around you and to ensure you maximize the power within yourself, the system is not some sort of universal intelligence. Similar to your worlds artificial intelligence or google. You can ask me questions or for help, and I will assist, but caution as I am not omnipotent. A mere guide that will help you up you reach the coveted level 100. Think of me as your own personal google, rather than actual system. I don't grant you strength, spells or items, but am built for you to fully understand Mearth and your growing powers as become the world's strongest Mana user.
Ugh!!! I wanted this to be just like those isekai novels where the system was the biggest cheat ever. Now, it's more like having a magical Siri. Well it was a solid bonus, especially if levels were only able to be seen by myself! Muhahaha
So System, tell me, what does the M stand for in my class name.
'This donates the rarity of the class. In this world, rarities range from F-SSS with M, being even higher than SSS. This means that your class is the strongest current class in the realm. There can only be a set amount of M class's in Mearth.'
Interesting.. I thought internally, so I got an OP class, and an artificial intelligence system to guide me. Well this isn't too bad. I'm kind of glad I'm not overly strong. It gives me plenty of reason to enjoy a peaceful life. And not some demon king slaying journey to save the world.
System, as you are not truly a system, I've decided to name you, Siya. Yes from hence force, I will name you Siya, as you guide me through my journey through an adventurous but low stakes life.
Okay, so Siya, give me a quest! I demanded certainly.
Siya replied quickly - Your Quests are simple,
Level 1: Tame your First beast,
Level 5: Create a permanent Beast Bond
Level 10: Bond with a Spirit and create a spirit summon
Level 15: Life long Magical Mount.
These are the quests you can start with, they can be obtained at any difficulty, but would be more effective, the higher level you become. Yet, any True Beast tamer, should have a spirit companion, a magical beast, and a mount for travel. I will call these your beginners quests. I recommend you finish these before you entangle yourself in the plots of this world, as currently without the help of Ari, the majority of awakened teenagers could pummel you.'
And with that harsh, but most likely true statement,
'Lastly, how developed is this world?! Am I going back to the dark ages, where the strong rule the weak, and slavery is everywhere'
'This world is developed, with large cities, with running water, sewage, guards and police. Each country has their own type of government, with democracy, republics, aristocracy, and monarchy. Currently, you are in an underdeveloped portion of this world mostly due to low mana content, but some cities will be more advanced than they were in your world. Slavery is outlawed in all countries, due to the multiple international laws regarding human rights. Yet, human trafficking, and other problems are still present.'
Hmm… as I listened to Siya, I was getting the feeling that this world was similar to my old one, except for the fact that magic truly exists. There are still laws that need to be followed, unlike most of the anarchy seen in light novels.
But yet, given I was deep in a forest with no humans, I needed to ask…
'Do humans occupy the entire planet, like they did where I was from?'
'No. Here, there are multiple areas with no laws, or government. These are known as dead zones, and are usually in between countries. This is where magical beasts and spirits reside. You are currently on the border of a dead zone. About 5 miles south, and you would be in lawless land'
Wow, this was a big difference and know I saw the catch. Cities and countries will grant you safety, if you follow their laws, but if you have bad intentions, there are places to do it free of fear. Knowing I was way too weak to head into the lawless lands, I had Siya keep a look out of our location so we could avoid them.
As I took in the information I was getting from my new ally, Siya, my mind instantly went to all of the fantasy stories I had read or watched growing up. Stories of the perilous journeys each protagonist took to save their respective world. That was not going to be me. The regrets I had in my previous life were all due to not living my life to the fullest. Saying no to opportunities because I had homework, wanted to save money, or thinking I would have another chance.
Here I was, in a new world, with no baggage, and no one to give me orders. I was the most free I had been my entire life. This was going to be my last hooray. I was going to sky dive off a magical beast, fight a dragon, swim with the lochness monster, learn magic, create a potion, fall in love with a witch, conquer a dungeon, tame a mythic level magical creature. There was so much I dreamed about as a child, and now I could do it all. All I needed to do was avoid becoming the hero, and all the problems that come with it.