[You have passed the Awakening Trial.]
[You have obtained Destiny Number: UD389033995.]
In a void-like space, Tong Gu found himself floating. His wounds were slowly healing, and the excruciating pain had subsided to the point of being almost imperceptible.
[Processing...]
[You have been granted Player status!]
[Player information digitization permissions unlocked.]
[Initializing...]
[Initialization complete. You can access the information at your convenience.]
[Inventory permissions unlocked.]
[Initializing...]
[Loot drop permissions unlocked.]
[Initializing...]
A continuous stream of notifications appeared before Tong Gu's eyes. He understood that from this moment onward, he had officially been recognized as a Player in Game of Fate.
[Based on your player rank, all permissions have been unlocked. Would you like to proceed with settlement?]
Tong Gu did not immediately proceed. Instead, he silently muttered, "Open player information panel."
After his brief clash with Doma, Tong Gu was eager to know his true strength. While the forums suggested that Game of Fate's digitized information couldn't fully capture a player's capabilities—such as mindset, combat experience, and unique fighting styles—it was still an accurate measure of raw attributes.
[Player: UD389033995]
[White Blade/Martial Combat Type]
[Attributes]
• Strength: 17 (5)
• Constitution: 19 (5)
• Agility: 15 (5)
• Spirit: 7 (5)
• Energy: 0 (0)
[Proficiencies]
• Basic Martial Arts Lv7
• Basic Footwork Lv3Basic Swordsmanship Lv2
• Blind Combat Lv1
[Abilities]
• Ancient Style Martial Arts (Grade C): A unique style combining inner energy and ancient martial techniques, emphasizing explosive power.
• Earth Breathing (Grade C): A special breathing technique that enhances physical performance, significantly boosting strength and constitution.
[Talents]
• Genetic Modification (C): Prolonged use of genetic serums has enhanced your physical strength and resistance.
• ??? (Unmanifested)
[Rank: White Tier - Upper]
Since it was his first time viewing the digitized display, Game of Fate provided a detailed breakdown. Concentrating on specific areas revealed additional explanations.
The system identified Tong Gu as a dual White Blade and Martial Combat player, consistent with his fighting style in the Demon Slayer world.
His attributes surprised even himself. After years of genetic enhancements and martial training, his physical prowess had far surpassed that of an average human. The numbers in parentheses reflected the average stats of a regular adult male, emphasizing his superhuman capabilities.
Tong Gu's Proficiencies and Abilities were largely thanks to the gift from Jiang Gu, a legendary hero of Dongxia. This allowed Tong Gu, a beginner, to enter the initial trial with system-recognized proficiencies and abilities.
Even a Grade C ability was a treasure that many players risked their lives to acquire. Yet Jiang Gu, a figure dedicated to humanity's survival, had freely granted him this advantage.
However, the White Tier - Upper rank puzzled him. He had assumed himself to be no more than White Tier - Middle. Players who lacked mastery of energy-based systems were categorized as White Tier, unable to advance to Black Iron Tier until they could manipulate energy.
Even someone like Yujiro Hanma from Baki would likely be placed in the White Tier, as purely physical strength lacked energy manipulation. Tong Gu didn't think his own abilities approached such extreme levels.
His gaze shifted to the Talents section, where the "???" talent stood out. Most players began their journeys without inherent talents unless they were born with extraordinary traits, such as dual pupils or innate divine strength.
"Could this be the reason for the high evaluation?" Tong Gu wondered.
He recalled the abnormal rise in his body temperature during the trial. Was it not caused by the breathing technique? Even Doma, who was farther from the explosion, had suffered serious injuries. How had he endured the fire?
"So, this is my hidden talent..."
Taking a deep breath, Tong Gu set his doubts aside. He would research the forums later for more information.
"Begin settlement."
[Settlement begins...]
The void before Tong Gu displayed key moments of his journey: his violent destruction of the temple ghost, the trial on Mount Fujikasane, and his fiery clash with the Upper Moon Six.
[Settlement complete.]
[Trial World: Demon Slayer: Act 1, Code A3504.]
[Difficulty: Low.]
[Trial Mission 1: Completed.]
[Trial Mission 2: Completed.]
[Completion Rate: 475%—Evaluation Elevated.]
[Bonus Missions Completed: 1.]
[Calculating achievements and reputation...]
[Calculating bonus rewards for legendary status...]
[Calculation complete.]
[Final Rating: S!]
Tong Gu's heart stirred. An S-rating!
He recalled the immense difficulty of his trial. As a trial player, he had not only defeated the Upper Moon Six but also utilized a thermobaric bomb from the spatial capsule, an external advantage unavailable to most. For ordinary unmodified individuals, even low-level demons posed mortal danger.
[Rewards for achieving S-Rating begin now.]
[Fixed Awakening Trial Rewards: 2 Free Attribute Points, 1000 Destiny Points.]
[200% Increase for S-Rating: 4 Free Attribute Points, 2000 Destiny Points.]
[Calculating additional rewards...]
[B-Rating: +500 Destiny Points.]
[A-Rating: Proficiency Upgrade Scroll x1.]
[S-Rating: One Destiny Favor.]
A Destiny Favor! Just as Wu Zhengyang had mentioned, an S-rating granted an opportunity to alter one's fate.
A massive prize wheel appeared, divided into hundreds of sections. Each displayed iconic items, from Devil Fruits to transformation belts, golden Saint Cloths, and even Gundam projections.
Tong Gu's heartbeat quickened. Even the slightest chance to acquire these treasures was exhilarating.
"Start... the draw!"
His voice cracked with anticipation as the golden pointer began spinning.
[You have obtained a new item!]
The pointer abruptly stopped. Tong Gu's heart sank—there was no glow from the selected item.
Opening his newly unlocked inventory, he found a simple, unadorned katana without a scabbard.
[Item: Shallow Strike]
[Type: Weapon]
[Quality: Gray.]
[Soul Blade: Deals additional damage to spirits.]
[Soul Steel: Indestructible; automatically repairs if broken.]
Tong Gu's eyes widened. This seemingly mundane weapon carried a weighty implication.
"The so-called 'Blade of Infinite Potential'... Could this truly be the strongest blade?"
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