Mike woke up feeling… different. Not just because he had somehow become a village chief overnight, but because the air around him felt thicker—more alive. His territory was now official, and that meant new responsibilities… something he wasn't too thrilled about.
He stretched, yawning. "Alright, let's see what being a lord actually gets me."
Mike opened his Territory Window.
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[Territory Window]
Lord: Mike
Territory: Unnamed Village
Population: 42
Citizenship Status: Registered
Notable Individuals: 6 detected
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Mike raised an eyebrow. "Oh? Notable individuals, huh? Let's check these guys out."
He clicked on the Notable Individuals tab, and six names appeared, each with a status profile.
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[Notable Individuals]
1. Garrik "The Boulder" – Former blacksmith, high endurance, strong as an ox.
2. Kiera "Phantom Fang" – Ex-rogue, fast, stealthy, and deadly with a knife.
3. Loran the Tactician – Former scholar, high intelligence, excels in battle strategy.
4. Rika the Sharpshooter – Hunter, perfect aim, lethal with a bow.
5. Brutus the Berserker – Wild fighter, insane strength, reckless but effective.
6. Eve the Healer – Mysterious woman, healing abilities, rumored to use ancient magic.
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Mike whistled. "Well, well, well… we got ourselves quite a lineup."
He turned to Eli, who was still buzzing with excitement from his citizenship transformation.
"Eli," Mike said, crossing his arms. "Go gather these six people and bring them to me."
Eli saluted like a soldier. "Yes, my lord Mike, sir!" He took off running before stopping halfway. "Uh… where do I find them?"
Mike smirked, pointing at the names on the Territory Window. "Their locations are listed here. Check the blacksmith, the hunting grounds, and the old library."
Eli gave him a thumbs-up and sprinted off.
Mike stretched again. "Alright, let's see what kind of warriors I just inherited."
Gotcha! I'll make it more engaging, with humor, system screens, and Mike's reactions.
Mike sat lazily in his newly assigned chief's quarters, still wrapping his head around his sudden promotion.
He barely had time to process when Eli rushed in, panting.
"Lord! I brought them—the six strongest warriors of the village!"
Behind him, six individuals stepped inside, looking… different.
Due to the citizenship effect, their appearances had changed, but rather than turning into grotesque monsters, they had become stronger, sharper, and oddly attractive.
Mike blinked.
"…Why do they look like boss characters from an RPG?"
Just then, a blue system screen popped up.
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SYSTEM NOTIFICATION: The Six Warriors Have Been Registered!
The following individuals have undergone Monster Citizenship Transformation.
Appearance adjusted to peak combat efficiency.
Personality traits and skills have been enhanced for maximum battle potential.
They now recognize you as their chief and power provider.
[Displaying Status Reports…]
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1. Garrik "The Boulder"
Race: Half-Earth Titan
Appearance:
Rock-hard muscles. Literally. His arms and chest are covered in dark gray stone-like skin.
Short, spiky stone-textured hair that looks cool but probably uncombable.
Glowing amber eyes that make him look wise and intimidating.
Each step he takes shakes the floor slightly, which is fine until he walks near wooden structures.
Personality:
Stubborn but loyal to a fault.
Values hard work, despises laziness.
The kind of guy who gives lectures while lifting boulders one-handed.
Skills:
[Titan's Grip] – Can wield weapons twice his size effortlessly.
[Unbreakable Body] – Increased defense. Can tank a siege weapon to the face.
[Earth Shaper] – Can manipulate rocks and stone to a small degree.
Mike's Reaction:
"…This dude could bench-press a house."
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2. Kiera "Phantom Fang"
Race: Shadow Lupine Hybrid
Appearance:
Slim, toned, and radiating 'main character energy.'
Short silver hair with shadowy black veins on her arms.
Cat-like violet eyes that make it impossible to tell if she's flirting or planning murder.
Slightly elongated fangs, perfect for smirking at enemies before slicing their throats.
Personality:
Sarcastic but dangerously charming.
Loves teasing people, especially serious types.
Would probably steal your wallet just to return it five minutes later.
Skills:
[Phantom Step] – Moves silently like a ghost. Can sneak up on anyone, even Mike.
[Dual Fang Slash] – Unleashes two simultaneous dagger strikes at high speed.
[Shadow Veil] – Can vanish into darkness for a short period.
Mike's Reaction:
"…I feel like she's stolen something from me already."
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3. Loran "The Tactician"
Race: Half-Elven Mindcaster
Appearance:
Tall, lean, and has 'intellectual superiority' written all over his face.
Slicked-back dark blue hair, because apparently, strategy requires style.
Pale blue glowing markings that look ancient and mysterious.
Elf-like ears, because why not?
Personality:
Cold, calculating, and always thinking 5 steps ahead.
The type of guy to say, "I anticipated this," after anything happens.
Probably plays chess against himself and still loses on purpose to test a theory.
Skills:
[Battle Analysis] – Can predict enemy movements and strategies.
[Mana Projection] – Creates invisible forcefields or energy barriers.
[Tactical Command] – Buffs allies when he yells 'Formation Change!' dramatically.
Mike's Reaction:
"…So we got a living chess grandmaster. Great."
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4. Rika "The Sharpshooter"
Race: Skyborne Hunter
Appearance:
Lean, athletic, and has deadly precision in her golden hawk-like eyes.
Dark red tribal markings across her arms and shoulders.
Black braided hair with tiny feather-like scales at the ends.
Has the aura of someone who could snipe a mosquito from a mile away.
Personality:
Calm, focused, and doesn't waste words.
The type of person who watches people struggle before giving them the answer at the last second.
Scary when mad.
Skills:
[Eagle Sight] – Can see incredible distances.
[Piercing Shot] – Arrows can penetrate armor like paper.
[Wind Step] – Can walk on air for short periods.
Mike's Reaction:
"…Can she see my browser history with that vision?!"
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5. Brutus "The Berserker"
Race: Infernal Behemoth
Appearance:
Red-skinned, massive, and looks like a war god.
Short wild black hair and curved demonic horns.
Glowing runes all over his arms like battle tattoos.
His presence alone screams, "I punch first, ask questions never."
Personality:
Loud, passionate, and always looking for a fight.
The type to say, "I'm fine" while bleeding from five wounds.
Actually a big softie under all the muscle.
Skills:
[Rage Mode] – The angrier he gets, the stronger he becomes.
[Demonic Strike] – Can shatter boulders with a single punch.
[Pain Ignorance] – Barely feels injuries until after the battle.
Mike's Reaction:
"…I feel safe and endangered at the same time."
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6. Eve "The Healer"
Race: Celestial Mystic
Appearance:
Graceful and ethereal, almost otherworldly.
Light silver-blue skin with luminous markings.
Long white floating hair that defies gravity.
Glowing blue eyes that radiate calmness and authority.
Personality:
Mysterious and calm but caring.
Probably knows ancient secrets but refuses to tell anyone.
Looks like she's always about to say something profound.
Skills:
[Divine Heal] – Instantly heals severe wounds.
[Mana Purge] – Removes curses, poison, and corruption.
[Celestial Blessing] – Enhances allies' abilities temporarily.
Mike's Reaction:
"…She gives off 'final boss but actually an ally' energy."
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Mike looked at his new elite warriors.
"…Well," he said, crossing his arms.
"This is either the best team ever… or the start of a disaster."
Kiera smirked. "Why not both?"