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A/N: Excuse me for the information dumping, but it's necessary to better understand the Awakeners of the lower dimension.
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Of course, as one of the most powerful Awakened, White Fire will not just reveal his talent like it's some cheap info. Although, truthfully, it is pretty cheap... so I'll do it for you! For free, at that!
White Fire's talent is ranked SS and is called Flames of Purity. As for what it does? Only God, White Fire, and a handful of his trusted higher-ups know.
Wait... am I not God? Oh well.
Now that your curiosity is satisfied, let's get back to what he's going to say.
"Before we travel to the realm, I'd like to explain the Awakener system and how talents work. While these are more or less open secrets among Awakeners, some of you are orphans and may lack access to this information. So, let me break it down for you."
He paused for a moment, scanning the faces of the recruits before continuing.
"Awakeners are ranked from F to S, with each rank representing a specific level of power and capability. It's not just about raw strength—it's also about mastery, potential, and the unique aspects of your abilities."
Awakener Ranks
F-rank:
F-rank Awakeners are the most basic among us, possessing minimal or no special abilities beyond those of an ordinary human. They might have slight physical enhancements, minor elemental manipulation, or basic telekinesis, but nothing extraordinary. These individuals often don't even realize they are Awakened.
E-rank:
E-rank Awakeners start to display more noticeable abilities. They might have enhanced physical strength, basic control over elements like fire or water, or even limited precognition. Most E-rank individuals form the backbone of Awakener societies, serving in roles that don't demand extreme power but require consistent reliability.
D-rank:
At D-rank, things become more interesting. These Awakeners have moderate control over their abilities, allowing them to surpass human limits. They can heal minor injuries, manipulate objects over medium ranges with telekinesis, create shields, or even dabble in small-scale reality manipulation. D-rank Awakeners are often recruited for specialized tasks, given their balanced power levels.
C-rank:
C-rank Awakeners are considered advanced. They've honed their talents and can now manipulate elements on a larger scale, control time briefly, or even influence minds. Some are capable of bending space in limited ways. C-ranks are often deployed in strategic operations, their abilities bridging the gap between raw power and tactical precision.
B-rank:
B-rank Awakeners are the top tier of what you might call 'elite' powers. They're not just strong; they have mastery. Whether it's high-level elemental manipulation, partial reality warping, or limited control over time and domains, they're forces to be reckoned with. Entire squads are sometimes built around a single B-rank Awakener.
A-rank:
A-rank Awakeners are something else entirely. Their abilities extend far beyond what most can fathom. They specialize in controlling powerful domains like fire or wind on a massive scale. They might manipulate reality itself, exert telekinetic force that could shift battlefields, or wield skills that can affect entire regions. Governments and powerful factions covet A-rank individuals, often offering them wealth and influence in exchange for their loyalty.
S-rank:
Finally, we have the S-rank Awakeners, the pinnacle of power. This rank is further divided into sublevels, from S1 to S10, each denoting a new level of dominance.
S1: Advanced control over a single domain, like fire manipulation taken to its peak.
S2: Mastery over multiple related domains, such as both earth and stone.
S3: Small-scale reality manipulation or localized influence over events.
S4: Regional-scale control over domains or medium-range time manipulation.
S5: Vast area reality warping, rewriting physics, or mastering time.
S6: Near-total control over realms, powerful reality manipulation, and limited omniscience.
S7: Rivaling gods, altering timelines, or rewriting existence on a local scale.
S8: Dominion over multiple realms, full reality control, creating or destroying worlds.
S9: Absolute power over known realms, universal forces manipulation with omnipotent precision.
S10: Creation or destruction of entire universes, manipulating all known and unknown forces.
White Fire's voice grew sharper as he emphasized the higher ranks. "Remember, the leap from one level to the next grows exponentially. Do not underestimate the gap between an S5 and an S6, let alone an S9 or S10. These levels are not just power—they're realms of existence themselves."
Talent Ranks
"Talents, much like Awakeners themselves, are also ranked from F to S. Each rank is further divided into five tiers, indicating the level of mastery an individual has over their abilities."
F-rank Talents:
F-rank Talents begin with basic enhancements, like minor elemental manipulation or physical strength. At their peak (Tier 5), they rival D-rank Talents, enabling feats like multi-element control or healing significant injuries.
E-rank Talents:
E-rank Talents show more proficiency. Their initial tiers allow only basic elemental control or minor self-healing, but at their highest tiers, they can manipulate larger areas or influence more intense effects, rivaling C-rank Talents.
D-rank Talents:
D-rank Talents step into intermediate territory. Early tiers allow for small constructs or simple effects, while later tiers enable feats like terraforming, large-scale elemental manipulation, or advanced healing, rivaling B-rank Talents.
C-rank Talents:
C-rank Talents take domain control to the next level. They can alter physical laws within a localized area, create storms, or even manipulate time. By Tier 5, they rival A-rank Talents, reshaping reality or influencing cosmic forces.
B-rank Talents:
B-rank Talents represent full mastery of fundamental forces. Early tiers allow for large-scale transformations, while later tiers can create or destroy entire realms. By Tier 5, they rival S-rank Talents, transcending physical limits.
A-rank Talents:
A-rank Talents focus on specialized mastery. They control specific aspects of reality, like combining elements or altering time itself. Their peak allows full manipulation of existence, cosmic forces, or the very fabric of reality.
S-rank Talents:
S-rank Talents begin with omnidirectional control across domains and progress to godlike feats. At their height, they manipulate all aspects of existence, create or destroy realms, and surpass mortal understanding.
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White Fire clapped his hands, his white armor gleaming under the faint light of the realm. "So, whether you're a fledgling Awakener or aiming for godhood, understanding this system is crucial. It's the foundation of everything in our world."
He paused for dramatic effect, letting the weight of his words sink in.
"And for those of you with dreams of reaching the higher ranks... well, let's see if you have what it takes."
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