Ding!
Sam opened the class selection, and a vast array of options appeared before him—more than ten in total. Deciding to start with the common-grade choices for now, he thought, I don't want to spoil the surprise. I believe the later options should be the best.
[Common]
[Fighter]: Strength +10%, Agility +10%.
Stat Unlock: Stamina
Description: Specializes in physical combat and weapon mastery.
Skill Examples:
Heavy Strike: Delivers a devastating melee attack.
Fortify: Temporarily reduces incoming damage.
Power Shot: Increases the power of bow shots.
This class is a basic, physical-oriented class accessible to everyone, offering fundamental combat skills for close-range and ranged attacks. It focuses on enhancing physical abilities without specializing in any particular weapon or technique.
[Spellcaster]: Intelligence +10%, Wisdom +10%.
Stat Unlock: Mana
Description: Focuses on magic and elemental manipulation.
Skill Examples:
Fire Bolt: Launch a searing bolt of flame.
Mana Barrier: Absorb damage using mana reserves.
Mana Manipulation: Wield mana energy effectively.
Sam couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement as he read through the magic class option. The thought of wielding such mysterious and powerful forces intrigued him, and for a moment, he imagined himself casting spells and manipulating the world around him with ease. But even as the excitement bubbled inside him, he reminded himself that there were still other classes to explore.
Magic was tempting, but Sam knew that he couldn't make a decision so quickly. The future was waiting, and he wanted to keep his options open. He quickly closed the magic class description, holding back the urge to dive in, and focused on the remaining choices. With a deep breath, he moved forward, knowing that the right class was just waiting for him to discover.
[Backpacker]: Vitality +10%, Endurance +10%
Stat Unlock: Force
Description: A utility class emphasizing survival, resource gathering, and mobility.
Skill Examples:
Identify: Allows the user to inspect and analyze beings, objects Soul Record.
Pack Mule: Temporarily increases carrying capacity.
Sense Threat: Detect nearby dangers.
It looked so good, especially the "Identify" skill—it was exactly what they needed. From the beginning, they had been fighting without knowing the level of the monsters or even walking past valuable resources like rare plants. This class would be incredibly useful for the group, allowing them to gather information and make more informed decisions in future encounters. It felt like a perfect fit for the team.
But despite how appealing it was, Sam knew he wasn't going to pick this one. He had to keep moving forward, as there were still more classes to consider. While the Identify skill was tempting, he trusted that there might be something even better waiting for him. With a deep breath, he pushed the thought aside and continued reading, eager to see what other options lay ahead.
[Uncommon]
[Scout]: Agility+ 30%
Stat Unlock: Kinetic
Description: Focuses on speed, stealth, and reconnaissance to navigate dangerous terrain.
Skill Examples:
Silent Step: Temporarily move without making noise.
Quick Dash: Increase movement speed briefly.
Sudden attack: Increase damage dealing to an unaware enemy.
It's basically an assassin class it is not interesting to me it is just not my style.
[Shieldbearer]: Vitality +15%, Endurance +15%
Stat Unlock: Stamina
Description: A defensive warrior who excels in protecting allies.
Skill Examples:
Shield Bash: Stagger an enemy with a shield strike.
Defensive Stance: Reduce damage taken for a short duration.
Endurance: Increase endurance temporarily by 50%
this was all about being a defender I use a shield a lot today so I am not surprised about this option.
[Mental Adept]: Intelligence +15%, Wisdom +15%.
Stat Unlock: Psychic
Description: Wields mental energy to manipulate objects or influence battles.
Skill Examples:
Telekinetic Grip: Immobilize a target briefly.
Focus Boost: Reduce cooldowns for mental abilities.
Mental Strike: Strike mental power to the enemy's mind causes them confusion.
It looks dangerous but I am not interested in becoming a Psychic.
[Rare]
[Trailblazer]: Vitality +20%, Intelligence +10%, Wisdom +10%
Stat Unlock: Aura
Description: Leads the way through unknown challenges with precision and courage.
Skill Examples:
Pathfinder's Instinct: Detect hidden routes and dangers.
Trail Aura: Increase stamina recovery for nearby allies.
Aura strengthening: Temporarily boost all stats by 50% of aura stat.
this class is weird but it has great potential if planned well it can be one of the most powerful options I have.
[Luckweaver]: Luck+ 40%
Stat Unlock: Fate
Description: Relies on luck to manipulate outcomes in combat and exploration.
Skill Examples:
Critical Chance: Temporarily boost critical hit rate.
Fate Shift: Reroll a failed action's outcome.
Misfortune: Curse target with misfortune.
What the …. this is beyond what he expects to see in the option this is really allowed? it clearly cheats without a doubt, he silently promised himself not to make enemies with a luck base class people if not his life might be over before he even knew it.
Now the last three options left are two epic and one…
[Epic]
[Ascendant Warrior]: Str +20%, Agi + 20%, Stamina +20%
Stat Unlock: Stamina
Description: A combatant who thrives in battles against superior opponents.
Skill Examples:
Overpower: Gain a temporary boost when fighting higher-tier enemies.
Battle Instinct: Anticipate enemy attacks for improved evasion.
Battle trophy: Each time defeated superior opponents gain random permanent stats.
This class is a straightforward warrior, but its overwhelming strength makes it a force to be reckoned with. Even those with cheat-like abilities, such as a Luckweaver, might struggle to withstand its raw, unrelenting power.
[Defiant Challenger] Str +20%, Int +20%, Mana +20%
Stat Unlock: Mana
Description: A defiant warrior who thrives on breaking through barriers and defeating powerful foes.
Skill Examples:
Breakthrough Strike: Ignore 50% of enemy defenses for 10 seconds.
Energy Pulse: Release a burst of energy to push back nearby enemies.
Mana Sword: Conjuring a Mana Sword to pierce through target.
this one magic sword man if I am not mistaken but how did this option appear to me from the description it had a hint of a barrier breaker and maybe a System challenger.
And finally, the last option appears before me, leaving no doubt in my mind—this is the one I'm going to choose. It feels as if it resonates with my very essence, perfectly aligning with who I am. Everything about it screams power, potential, and destiny. I can only hope it lives up to my expectations and reveals itself as a unique rank. Please, don't let me down.
[Unique]
[Unbound Initiate]: All stat +20%
Stat Unlock: Grandmist
Description: Uniquely powerful and representative of Samuel Barlow traits.
Skill Examples:
Source of all matter: Create matter by consuming grandmist.
His mind raced. Grandmist? What even was that? The description wasn't just flattering; it felt personal, intimate, as though the system had peered into the core of his being and shaped this option specifically for him.
But why?
Sam's hands trembled slightly, a mix of exhilaration and trepidation coursing through him. The sheer potential of the class was undeniable. A unique class, one that boosted all his stats by 20%—an astronomical leap by any standard. And then there was the skill: Source of All Matter. The ability to create? To wield an energy so primal and fundamental that it bore the name "Grandmist"?
He felt a spark of hope, a glimpse of a future where he could transcend the limitations of this harsh, brutal reality. With power like this, he wouldn't just survive—he'd dominate. He'd protect his family and shape the course of this new world.
And yet...
A shadow of doubt crept into his mind. Why had this class been offered to him? What made him so special that he would be given something so extraordinary? Was it simply because he was a reincarnator? Or was there more to his origin, something he didn't yet understand?
The words "representative of Samuel Barlow's traits" echoed in his mind, unsettling him. It was too deliberate, too specific. Did the system know something about him that he didn't? Was this a gift, or a burden tied to a destiny he had no control over?
Sam clenched his fists, his resolve hardening. Regardless of the doubts gnawing at him, he couldn't afford to hesitate. This class wasn't just a step forward—it was a leap into uncharted territory.
Taking a deep breath, he muttered, "Alright, then. Let's see just how far this will take me."
With a steady hand, he reached out and selected [Unbound Initiate], the weight of his decision settling heavily on his shoulders as the system responded.
Ding
[Unbound initiate is assigned]
[Tier 1 Evolution Begin]
The moment the notification appeared, an unbearable pain erupted within me, tearing through every fiber of my being. A guttural growl escaped my lips as I crumpled to the ground, writhing in agony. The pain intensified, growing so overwhelming that even sound abandoned me; I could no longer scream or cry out. My body convulsed, utterly at the mercy of this excruciating force.
Voices rose around me. People stared, terror etched into their faces as they witnessed my torment. Some shouted in panic, calling for my father to examine me. They likely thought I had hidden some grievous injury from the fight—that I was on the brink of death.
Then it began.
A strange, gray mist seeped out from my skin, swirling around me like a living shroud. It thickened, forming a cocoon-like chrysalis that encased me entirely. To anyone watching, it must have seemed as though I was undergoing some kind of grotesque rebirth.
But I couldn't focus on that. The pain was beyond anything I had ever imagined, each wave worse than the last. My vision blurred, and my mind teetered on the edge of collapse.
Finally, my body could endure no more. The world faded into darkness as I lost consciousness, enveloped in the strange, swirling mist of my evolution.