As I accessed my mental interface, a flurry of notifications flooded my consciousness. The screens before me came alive with a multitude of information, demanding my attention. Skill updates, quest alerts, and various system messages vied for my focus, creating a bustling display of data. Sorting through the notifications, I quickly discerned the urgent ones that required immediate action. Some provided valuable insights or resources that could aid me in navigating this unfamiliar world, while others were more mundane in nature. Taking a moment to collect myself, I focused on addressing the most pressing matters first, recognizing the need to prioritize my responses. Amidst the flurry of notifications, I sifted through the information, seeking guidance and opportunities that could assist me in my journey forward.
You’ve been extra rewarded due to your achievement on slaying a boss as your first Beast.
Special feats may grant you extra rewards.
Kill Beast (1)
Kill Boss Beast (1)
100 Essence
1,000 Essence
(Title) – The Weak Prevails
Titles
Name
Bonus
Tutorial – Difficulty 5
+10 Status Points
The Weak Prevails
+10 Status Points + 2,000 Essence
You’ve been rewarded due to your achievement on slaying a monster twenty levels above yours as your first monster.
(Skills) – New options Available
(Class) – New options Available
400 Essence
For killing:
(1) Beast [Boss]: Wild Boar
400 Essence
As I surveyed the information displayed on my screens, I was taken aback by the awarness of the significant amount of essence I had acquired. The numerical value on the screen indicated that I now had an extra 3900 units of essence. It was difficult to fathom that such a significant increase had occurred, especially when it seemed to be the result of circumstances that had led to another's misfortune. Mixed emotions swirled within me as I grappled with this realization. On one hand, I couldn't deny the stroke of luck that had granted me this abundance of essence. Yet, the thought of benefiting from someone else's demise weighed heavily on my conscience, casting a shadow over my newfound fortune. Taking stock of my essence reserves, I realized that my total essence count now stood at 4080. The initial gain of 3900 had been added to the 180 essence points I had left after acquiring the spear, while an additional 45 essence had been invested in the purchase of the knife.
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The title I had gained brought with it astounding benefits. However, a sobering thought settled within me as I contemplated the exclusivity of such a title. It became evident that very few individuals would have the opportunity or means to acquire it, but the ones that managed to do such feats would be greatly rewarded and would definitely be ahead the curve.
As I had allocated points to enhance my strength, it left me little time for contemplation. Nevertheless, I couldn't help but recognize that the accumulation of essence bestowed upon individuals the potential to become formidable forces, even if the 5 points I had allocated hadn’t helped me save Brandon, they would eventually pile up.
The final realization hit me as I discovered the presence of new skills available to buy. However, it seemed like classes be somehow blocked now. I quickly checked my status.
Name:
Nathan Brown
Level:
1 (0/100)
Path:
None
Aspect:
None
Essence
4080
Attributes
Points (+15)
Bonus
Strength
14
Dexterity
11
Vitality
8
Endurance
6
Arcana
0
Perception
19
It became evident that a notable transformation had occurred within my status screen, particularly in the absence of the class section that was once prominently, the absence of this aspect left me perplexed and curious about the implications of such a change. It seemed as though a new paradigm had emerged, or maybe I hadn’t realised it had disappeared until now… I hadn’t really checked it after acquiring skills.
Uncertainty loomed as I pondered the number of Status points I would acquire upon levelling up. Eager to gauge my progress, I decided to invest 100 Essence to propel myself to Level 2. Upon reaching the new level, I eagerly inspected my Status points, only to be taken aback by the meager increase of just 2 points. To my astonishment, the experience required to ascend to Level 3 had now surged to 200 Essence. The exponential rate of increase left me flabbergasted, realizing that progressing further would become increasingly arduous. Reflecting on my accumulated titles, which had already granted me 20 points, it dawned upon me that I was already akin to a Level 10 individual. However, this newfound revelation necessitated careful allocation of my precious Status points, considering the meager gains of only 2 per level. Putting my hypothesis to the test, I resolved to level up once more, expending an additional 200 Essence. Alas, the cost had ballooned to a staggering 400 Essence to attain Level 4. The sheer magnitude of this progression hurdle struck me as nothing short of insane.
I checked my Status again:
Attributes
Points (+19)
Bonus
Strength
14
Dexterity
11
Vitality
8
Endurance
6
Arcana
0
Perception
19
Seeking respite, I decided to take a break and retire for the night. However, slumber proved elusive amidst the unconventional sleeping arrangements atop a tree branch with a mere sleeping bag for comfort. Fatigue coursed through my body, but my mind, much like those restless nights back on Earth, stubbornly resisted surrendering to sleep. Thoughts of Brandon, an unfamiliar face until that fateful encounter, plagued my mind. Helplessness washed over me as I replayed his tragic demise, the weight of his loss bearing down upon my conscience. My contemplations expanded to encompass thoughts of Earth, my family, and my friends, aspects of life I hadn't yet had the chance to reflect upon. How was my mother faring? Despite the physical distance that separated us, the prospect of reuniting filled me with a longing to search for her upon my return, if such a return was possible. As for my friends with whom I shared countless memories, had they also embarked on the tutorial or remained behind? And then there was someone who had recently departed from my life, yet the concern for her well-being lingered. I believed in her resilience and resourcefulness, traits that had always served her well. Surely, she would navigate the challenges presented by these extraordinary changes with her trademark intelligence.