As the portal closed behind them, Rodensky and Emmanuel stood in a familiar yet altered world. The landscape before them had morphed, blending the elements of the game and reality into a strange new fusion. Floating islands hovered in the sky, suspended by unseen forces, and the ground beneath them pulsed with energy, as if the very earth was alive.
A shift in the air signaled their return—Astralis had come to life in the real world, and the game they once knew had now become their reality.
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Rodensky's Status Window
Rodensky took a deep breath and opened his status window, eager to see how much stronger he had become. His fingers hovered over the interface as the details of his new abilities and power appeared before him.
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Name: Rodensky (Elf Bloodline, Beast Tamer)
Level: 58 (Progress: 85%)
Class: Beast Tamer
Subclass: Nature's Whisperer
Bloodline: Elf (Awakened)
Skills:
Tame (Lv. 1): Allows you to tame and command beasts.
Healing Aura (Passive): Heals faster when near trees or natural surroundings.
Eye of Truth (Lv. 1): Allows you to analyze beings, objects, and environments. Can be used once a day.
Summon(Lv. 2): Allow you to summon your tamed beasts.
Agility Boost (Passive): Boosts speed and agility by 50%.
Spirit/Beast Whisperer(lv. 1) : Increases your understanding of spirit and beast and allows you to communicate with them on a basic level.
Attributes:
Strength: 160
Agility: 180
Endurance: 140
Spirit: 250
Intelligence: 220
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Rodensky smiled slightly, pleased with his progress. His connection to nature had been strengthened, as had his beast-taming skills. His bloodline's boost in agility and understanding of spirit made him a force to be reckoned with, and he could now summon a beast Rokura, his crystalline lion, was ready to fight by his side once more.
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Emmanuel's Status Window
Emmanuel was equally eager to check his progress. He focused on his status window, and the system displayed his newfound power and skills.
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Name: Emmanuel (Vampiric Bloodline, Dragon Tamer)
Level: 58 (Progress: 90%)
Class: Dragon Tamer
Subclass: Blood Dragon warden
Bloodline: Vampiric (Awakened)
Skills:
Tame (Lv. 1): Allows you to tame and command dragons and blood related species.
Summon(Lv. 2): Allow you to summon your tamed dragons.
Blood Control (Lv. 1): Grants control over blood, allowing you to manipulate it in various ways.
Eye of Truth (Lv. 1): Allows you to analyze beings, objects. Can be used once a day.
Blood Siphon (Lv. 1): Drain the life force of others to replenish your own health.
Dragon's Roar: Boosts your dragon's strength and gives it the ability to unleash a roar that terrifies enemies.
Attributes:
Strength: 180
Agility: 160
Endurance: 140
Spirit: 250
Intelligence: 220
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Emmanuel looked at the stats, feeling the weight of his power. His dragon Abaddon was more than just a companion; he had evolved into a powerful ally. His new bloodline abilities, especially Blood Control and Blood Siphon, gave him an edge over many challengers, and his bond with Abaddon was stronger than ever.
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The Real World Transformed
Before they could discuss their newfound strength, the world around them grew even more chaotic. News broadcasts filled the air with reports of floating islands appearing in the skies, and creatures from the game—beasts, monsters, and even dragons were now being sighted all over the globe.
Governments scrambled to control the chaos. Armies, police, and emergency services worked to contain the growing threat of mutated creatures roaming free.
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News Report:
"Reports confirm that the phenomenon known as 'Astralis' is not just a game anymore. The entire world has merged with the game's environment. The military forces are struggling to contain the growing beast threat, but their efforts are barely making a dent. In response, the government has recognized the challengers the players who underwent the trials in the game as humanity's only hope for survival."
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Rodensky and Emmanuel exchanged glances. The stakes had grown higher, and the real world was no longer a place of refuge. It had become a battlefield.
The government had begun to support the challengers, offering resources, weapons, and even funding to help them prepare for the war against the beasts. Guilds were popping up everywhere, with wealthy challengers recruiting new players and offering their expertise. Even some governement started to create guild to keep some challenges under their control.
But not everyone had awoken their bloodlines yet. Some were still struggling to harness their power, while others felt the pressure of living up to the expectations placed upon them. The challengers had become the last line of defense against the growing horde of beasts and monsters.
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The Path Ahead
Rodensky and Emmanuel knew they couldn't stay in the real world for long. Their journey wasn't over, and the power they had gained in the game would need to be tested. They had to return to the training hall, to Astralis, and uncover the secrets hidden within it. The Vault of the Gods had given them the tools they needed, but they weren't prepared for what was to come.
Their first step: securing their position in this new world Astralis, where their powers would be put to the ultimate test.