Linus Chrysller is our 23yr old protagonist who is currently leaving Unicorn's premises with a relieved smile on his face as he has escaped death and acquired an interesting job at the same time.
(-Read prologue for more info-)
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I was walking out of Unicorn's main Building feeling quite pleased with what transpired inside the conference room, I couldn't have a better way of having a time for relaxation other than getting paid while playing so i went ahead and got inside the car where my boss Mario and his goons were waiting to take me home.
"So Linus you didn't get sliced up like a potato huh, well since you're here lets get you back to your house and get started with your job." My boss said as he was moving aside so I could take the seat beside him at the back of the car.
"Boss tell little Rafael to drive faster, I want to get started as soon as possible!" I told him and looked at Rafael incredulously as he was driving as slow as 20mph/hr in a 4 way highway.
"Kid don't make me swivel next to that truck beside us to splat you." Rafael spat his words like a guy who hasn't gotten laid in a few years.
"Just hurry up will you!" I told him as i was looking at my Villa getting bigger as we get closer to it.
I quickly launched myself out of the car and briskly walked down to the basement to see how the setup for my capsule is going along, waving a hand to say goodbye to my boss that's leaving my house.
"Good Luck Linus, I hope you accomplish this mission, for both of our sake." Mario said passingly as he drove out the gates of my house.
As I got to my basement I saw several people still setting up equipment, so I figured I had a few minutes to spare.
I went up to my room and got changed and took an apple to bite and rest a bit, after consuming my meal I rushed to get my short swords and practice my “Kata” in Eskrima Doble. ( it’s the art of using 2 sticks or swords in fighting used in Asian countries.)
“Phew, nothing beats a good sweat after a meal. Especially if its shadow fighting and slicing up imaginary thugs, hehe.” I wiped my forehead and went down to see if they have finished with the capsule.
I drew a short breath as I saw what was before me; on my right was a six foot cylindrical glass tube filled with a gel like substance built with sensory visors and air compressors. I barely noticed the guy standing beside me with a slight smile on his face.
“Sir this specialized capsule has been tailored to the specifications given by the organization, it enables you to stay playing 24/7 with its hibernation gel technology along with supplement injectors to provide you with the nutrients needed. It also has (EMS) Electrical muscle stimulation or also known as neuromuscular electrical stimulation to keep your muscles toned and fit.” He was saying this with a bare chuckle in his tone, maybe it was because I had my mouth open like a kid who found a new toy.
I could barely wait to jump inside this capsule and start playing, barely controlling myself I told him.
“Can I go in now?”
"Just a minute sir, i would like you to read this here manual about the basic in-game knowledge we have collected from the DarkGamers site and our very own leveling and skills guide from Unicorn. Should you wish to connect to the internet you are able to do so in-game by calling out the browser in-game, we have also provided you with a Rank S account in the DarkGamers site so that any information you need would be available to you." The guy was explaining this to me at the same time handing out the manual and some other pamphlets that had information about the game.
“Well yes sir, have fun inside the game and good luck with your job.”
As he left me there to drool on my new gaming machine I took my time walking towards it.
When I got inside the capsule it closed automatically and filled with the liquid after I got the visor and injectors set up.
“This is so awesome, it’s like I’m going in a deep freeze like in star trek. Wahaha” I laughed maniacally as I got giddy waiting for it to start up, I closed my eyes waiting for the start up.
Minutes passed and I was getting anxious when a very seductive female voice rang out my consciousness.
The scan on your retina and veins has shown that you are Linus Chrysller. Would you like to sign in?
I got suspicious as to how I had an account ready even before I got to register my account.
“Yes please.” I said cautiously to the bodiless voice.
Please choose the name of your avatar.
I thought about the name I would take, it should be regal and strong so I searched the net and found a fitting name.
“Gilgamesh”
Please choose your gender from male, female, or neutral
“Male.” I thought about going female and exploring the world of women pleasures, but I’d die of embarrassment if the boss found out so I stuck with being a guy.
Royal Road has forty-nine races. Ordinarily you may select your race from the primary twenty-nine, but due to the special configuration for your account and capsule you are permitted to picky any race and hidden races that you desire.
“Holy s*** that’s cool! I can picky whatever I want! I thought I was going to pick from the regular ones, jackpot!” I showed a mischievous grin as I was thinking of the advantages I had by being in the organization, now to pick an epic race that will make me the Emperor.
“Can I be allowed to create sub-races?”
Yes, you have special privileges that enable you to pick whatever is possible.
I need to pick a class that is flexible and lithe while having enormous strength and intellect. Maybe a combination of an Elf and a Dragon or something powerful close to a human, hmm yeah lets go with this then.
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“Is there a humanoid race with strength close to the giants?”
The Darfellans closely resemble humans, and are 6 feet tall, weigh 200 pounds, and are hulking and muscular with broad backs, powerful arms and wide necks and heads. They are an oceanic race, and have webbed feet and can hold their breath underwater for up to 10 minutes. They have very little hair, with only a small bunch on their head that is traditionally tied up in a top knot. Though physically strong, they are somewhat clumsy, especially when out of water. Their skin is typically glossy and deep jet-black in color, with varying white markings. They are sometimes born entirely black, or entirely white in rare instances.
“I choose a mix of Blood Elf and the Darfellans, is it possible?”
Your choice is accepted by the system and the board.
Due to the privileges of your account and the specialization of your capsule you will be given additional stats and inherent skills for being the first to pick this race.
There will be advantages and disadvantages with this class, are you sure of your selected race?
“Yes please, Thank you!” I smiled on the choice I made; it would give me the necessary traits I need to rule the game.
You may alter your appearance
“Display my appearance as a half-breed of both races.”
A model flickered to life in front of me as I said the last words; it had the height of the Darfellans with arms slightly leaner than being very muscular due to the trait of elves.
I had pointed ears, blood red eyes that had a spark of wisdom, long blue hair and turquoise skin with blue scars all over the body. It was intimidating and beautiful with the angular face of elves.
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Are you satisfied with this appearance?
“Yes” I look awesome; hopefully I get good skills to help me on my four weeks inside the starting city.
Your account has been activated. Your stats and class shall be determined while you are playing Royal Road
Select a city and kingdom you want to start.
“Random.” I haven’t heard of this from the organization so it’s better if I just go dive ahead.
Would you like to proceed to the tutorial?
“Yes please! I need to try the basic function before I jump ahead. Information is power in the fields of war." So I spend a few minutes getting the hang of basic in-game commands, movement and information related about the game.
Well let's see whats in store for me this time around!
I walked silently to the flashing circle ahead of me to my new world that awaits!
Welcome to Royal Road.
A blinding light engulfed me and what I saw was better than whatever I could have imagined, thousands of people were pushing and talking all around me.
Reptilian like creatures were flying in the snowy sky, a dragon made of ice perching on a citadel. There was a sculpture made of gold seemingly moving amongst the crowd!
My eyes were constantly moving to beautifully crafted sculptures all around me, there was four plazas as I can see that all had a single sculpture in the middle. I was constantly getting system messages of looking at beautiful sculptures!
And as I was looking at the tallest building I saw one system message caught my eye.
You have seen the Tower of Light!
A great masterpiece made by a skill sculptor!
Sometimes a sculptor leaves behind a work so great that it stuns the continent.
The tower takes on a grander appearance at night and its full characteristics are displayed.
- Health, mana, and stamina regeneration increased by 25% for the entire day.
- All stats are increased by 15.
- Maximum health and mana increased by 15%.
- Movement speed has increased by 20%.
- Luck increased by 100.
- Increases the power of holy and elemental magic.
Statue weakens the nearby forces of darkness, strong monsters will weaken.
When the sun goes down, then a light show will occur.
The Tower of Light sculpture increases defense to 1.5 times the original value.
Welcome to your chosen city on the Northern Continent, Morata.
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