Alex—no, Goku—awoke in a haze of disorientation and determination. The memories of his past life weighed heavily on him, mingling with the overwhelming sense of power that coursed through his new body. He sat up, taking in his surroundings. Rolling fields stretched endlessly around him, but the vibrant skies felt alien, even serene. Where and when was he?
His mind raced, filled with questions. The deity's words echoed in his ears, urging him to seize this new life. Yet, the scars of his past refused to fade. The loss of Marcus, the betrayal of the streets, the aching loneliness—they clung to him like shadows. Anger and sorrow churned within him, a storm that no newfound strength could quell.
"Fine," he muttered, clenching his fists. "If this is my chance, I'll do it my way."
The gangster in him whispered promises of dominance, of ruling from the shadows. The world would kneel, but it didn't need to know who held the strings. First, he needed to understand the extent of his powers.
With a determined glare, he shot into the sky, breaking through clouds as if they were paper. The sensation of weightlessness exhilarated him, but the silence of space drew him like a siren's call. Without hesitation, he pushed further, feeling the cold embrace of the void. Air was unnecessary; his body, enhanced by the fusion of Saiyan resilience and Superman's physiology, thrived in the vacuum. He smiled, reveling in the solitude.
Goku's gaze shifted to the Sun, its brilliant glow a beacon of untapped energy. With a burst of speed, he propelled himself forward, experimenting with his new abilities. He invoked Gojo's technique, Blue, compressing space around him to accelerate. The power thrilled him, though a misstep nearly cost him an arm. He gritted his teeth, laughing darkly. Mistakes didn't matter—only progress did.
The journey to the Sun took less time than he expected. As he approached, he extended his hand, feeling its immense heat. He focused, invoking Limitless to block the temperature. The effort was taxing, but it worked. With a deep breath, he plunged into the Sun's inferno.
To him, it felt… cool. Not physically, but emotionally. The roiling plasma became a sanctuary, its endless energy a balm for his fractured mind. He floated there, his body absorbing the Sun's radiation, his mind sharpening. He practiced, summoning his Ki and using his Six Eyes to analyze its flow. Every spark of power became a lesson, every shift in energy a revelation.
Days blurred into weeks as he immersed himself in training. His control over Ki grew precise, his mastery of basic abilities honed. Yet, the hunger for more gnawed at him. The System—the Fate magic—called to him like a locked treasure chest. He grinned, a flicker of his old self shining through. The next step would be unlocking its secrets.
For now, though, he let the Sun embrace him, its energy fueling his rise. Goku's path had only just begun, and the multiverse would soon feel the weight of his ambition.
Floating deep within the Sun's embrace, Goku decided it was time. Closing his eyes, he intoned a single word that reverberated in the silence of his mind. "System."
A soft chime echoed through his consciousness, and a translucent screen materialized before him. Its ethereal hues of purple and blue shimmered, casting faint glows that only he could perceive. The screen pulsed faintly, alive with energy, as lines of text began to scroll upward.
Welcome, Son Goku.You have accessed the Fate System, an exclusive interface tailored to enhance your new existence. Below is an overview of its core features:
Missions:
Undertake tasks assigned by the System or self-created goals. Completing these will earn you rewards in the form of System Points and items or magical abilities.
Mission Ranks:F: Simple tasks, e.g., basic workouts or small achievements.E, D, C, B, A: Progressively challenging objectives.S: Rare, complex, and highly rewarding tasks.
Shop:
Exchange System Points for a variety of items, tools, and powers. Expand your repertoire with new abilities, Noble Phantasms, or enhancements tailored to your needs.
Lab/Training Ground (TG):
A transdimensional space accessible only to you. Within the Lab/TG, you can:
Simulate battles or environments tailored to specific training scenarios.Summon enemies, including foes more powerful than yourself.Experiment with your abilities without consequence—injuries sustained here heal instantly, but only if inflicted within this space.Analyze power levels, assess weaknesses, and optimize strategies.
To assist you in navigating this System, you may summon Selene, your dedicated AI assistant. Selene provides answers to questions, strategic advice, and helps maximize your potential.
Would you like to initiate a Tutorial, or proceed independently?
Goku raised an eyebrow at the mention of Selene. "A voice assistant, huh?" he muttered. "This is getting interesting." His fingers hovered over the options displayed on the screen. Without hesitation, he selected Proceed Independently. Tutorials were for those without instincts, and his past had honed his ability to adapt on the fly.
"Selene," he called out experimentally.
A smooth, melodic voice answered. "Greetings, Son Goku. How may I assist you today?"
"I'll let you know when I need you," Goku replied curtly. He dismissed the screen with a wave of his hand and focused his mind. The possibilities were endless, but he knew better than to rush. Each feature of the System would unfold in time, and he would exploit every advantage it offered.
For now, he had a goal: dominate, evolve, and let the shadows mask his rise. As the Sun's energy flowed through him, Goku's smile grew sharper. The multiverse wouldn't see him coming.