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Alden smirked as he checked his smartwatch. His bet on Leonhardt's easy victory had earned him 100 Academy Credits (AC) from the unfortunate seniors who underestimated the protagonist.
'Easy money,' he thought, pocketing the winnings.
He had started with 500 AC, and after buying food, he was left with around 470 AC. Now, with his winnings, his balance had jumped back up to 570 AC.
"Not bad," he muttered. "At this rate, I might not be broke next week."
[You could've made more if you bet bigger,] his katana remarked.
'I like to keep my risks low,' Alden shot back. 'Besides, now I have enough to check out the training facilities.'
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The Academy's Training Facilities
The Academy was one of the most advanced in the world, and its training facilities reflected that. Unlike other students who might struggle to afford regular use, S-Class students got discounts on all training facilities.
'Being in S-Class does have perks,' Alden thought as he walked toward the Training Center.
The large futuristic building had a sleek design with mana-infused panels glowing faintly. The entrance had holographic displays showing different available facilities.
A voice assistant chimed in as he entered.
[Welcome to the Advanced Training Center. Please select your desired training area.]
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Alden glanced at the list.
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Training Facilities
1. Gravity Chamber – (10 AC per hour)
Adjust gravity levels to increase physical endurance and strength.
2. Elemental Chambers – (15 AC per hour)
Allows mages to train their elemental control in various extreme environments.
3. Combat Gym – (Free for S-Class, 5 AC for others)
A general combat training area with advanced dummies and sparring arenas.
4. Mana Meditation Room – (20 AC per session)
Enhances mana recovery and control training.
5. VR Combat Capsules – (40 AC per session)
Simulate real battle scenarios to practice against virtual opponents.
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Testing the Gravity Chamber
Alden decided to start small and booked an hour in the Gravity Chamber.
[Are you sure? You barely used your body properly after the transmigration,] the katana warned.
'I need to adapt faster,' Alden replied.
As he stepped inside, the chamber sealed shut, and a control panel lit up.
"Set gravity to 1.5x normal, let's not kill myself on the first try."
Beep!
Immediately, his body felt heavier, as if an invisible weight pressed down on him.
'Damn… even 1.5x is tough.'
His muscles strained as he started doing basic stretches and light movements. He tested his footwork, sword swings, and overall balance.
For the next hour, he pushed himself—slowly but steadily getting used to the added weight.
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Mana Meditation Room –
After leaving the Gravity Chamber, Alden felt a deep exhaustion in his body. His muscles were sore, and his mana was low.
'Let's try the Mana Meditation Room next,' he decided, paying 20 AC.
Inside, the room was filled with condensed mana particles, making the air feel heavier.
He sat cross-legged, closing his eyes, focusing on his mana veins. The purifying potion he took before had already improved his mana flow, but now he had to refine it.
His Eclipse vision briefly activated, allowing him to visualize mana movement better than before.
Time passed quickly, and by the end of the session, his mana reserves had noticeably improved.
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A Glimpse at the VR Combat Capsule
Lastly, Alden visited the VR Combat Capsule section.
'This is expensive, but I need to know how it works,' he thought, paying 40 AC for a single session.
The capsule opened with a hiss, and he stepped inside. A holographic interface appeared.
[Please select your opponent difficulty.]
**Easy (F+ to E Rank)
Normal (E+ to D Rank)
Hard (D+ to C Rank)**
Alden selected "Normal" and entered the simulation.
The moment he materialized in the virtual battlefield, an opponent appeared—a humanoid knight wielding a longsword.
'Let's see how well I can fight without using my 5-star techniques…'
After leaving the VR Capsule, his entire body ached.
'I need a proper training schedule,' he thought.
Gravity Chamber (1 hour/day) → Physical Strength
Mana Meditation (1 session/day) → Mana Growth & Recovery
VR Combat (Every few days) → Practical Combat Experience
Elemental Chamber (Later, when he has elemental abilities)
Satisfied with his findings, Alden walked back to his dorm, exhausted but satisfied.
Tomorrow, the real training would begin.