Author: Thank you guys for reading my story.
Fixed a few things in the previous chapter as well, nothing major.
MulDaya - The Cookie God approves.
First time writing something like this.
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I awoke today seeing the countdown for my class unlock approaching zero. As I tried to get up, Shiro and Puerial refused to let go of me. It has been getting increasingly difficult to pry them off me every morning. Before it felt like the usual, now it feels like they don't want me to leave them at all. They have also showed signs of becoming feverish, yet my [Connected] trait says they are fine.
The only time they calm down is after I give them a massage, but I feel that this method isn’t helping me in any way. If anything, it may be making things worse for me in the long run. Amare only says is that things will calm down after my blood awakening. How can something happening to me, be affecting these two so severely? Even if I ask, nobody is throwing me a bone. I can only wait and see.
After a bit of time I arrive in my workshop after settling down Shiro and Puerial, like in Tarthus it is in the basement. Cycy immediately takes off from my pocket and starts to sing a gentle melody that seems to fit the morning atmosphere. Most of my companions are aware of her, but still haven't gotten her to open up around them. Though they do hear her singing on the other side of the door.
It’s not like I didn’t try to make her open up to them, but, yea it’s something that can't be forced. She is just too afraid of people. The information from the [Connected] trait proves how scared she is of people. At the very least, she is barely comfortable enough around Shiro and Puerial to poke her head out. But that's as far as she has gotten in regards to trusting others. One day she may be well enough sing for people, but I imagine it to be quite far off into the future.
Pulling me away from my thoughts is the notification I’ve been waiting for.
*Ding*
Class Unlock Initiated
User is currently allowed 1 main class for selection.
User is currently allowed 1 sub class for selection.
Re-selection tokens will be open for purchase after one year.
2 re-selection token has been currently saved.
Increase in the number of classes held by the user has been locked until appropriate strength acquired.
The number of re-selection tokens coincides with the number of additional classes the user acquires.
For more details on strength requirements press this [Tab].
Current Main Classes Available for Selection:
[Warrior] - [Swordsman] - [Martial Artist] - [Spell-sword] - [Augmentator] - [Mage] - [Scout] - [Thief] - [Assassin] - [Saboteur] - [Torturer] - [Brewer] - [Chief] - [Inventor] - [Tailor] - [Builder] - [Masseur] - [Alchemist] - [*Hidden*]
Current Sub Classes Available for Selection:
[Metallurgist] - [Analyst] - [Gatherer] - [Compounder] - [Mana Adept] - [Trainer] - [Synthesis]
It was interesting to find out I’m not permanently bound to one class, though changing them does have restrictions. After reviewing that tab that mention strength requirements, I discovered a few things about the class system.
The reason I can only have one class right now, is because of it's effects on my body. A class heavily alters my stats to suit its needs. Unless my body is strong enough, a second class will only cause me harm. Main classes are more easy to reveal since the requirements are more easy to identify. Sub classes are more mysterious as it doesn't affect my stats, but my performance in its field.
One’s race also has some subsidiary effects on the overall outcome of the classes effects.
Re-selection tokens can effect either a sub class or main class respec. Since I have two I can change myself for battle when it’s needed. So I think it would be better to take the crafting route to create some new gear for everyone.
That hidden main class is seriously bothering me, but for now, I'll select the best options for what I need right now. Should I encounter anything dangerous, I can just use my explosives. If that isn't enough than switching to a combat class is still an option.
Alchemist
Main Class
Hidden Legendary
Description:
A lost profession that fell into myth.
Effects:
X.2 MPR / X1.15 Focus / X1.1 Wisdom / X1.1 Intellect / X1.1 Vigor / X1 Vitality / X1 Dexterity / X0.85 Strength / X0.9 Remaining main stats
Highly improves the effects of the [Transmutation] skill.
Makes channeling spells more natural to perform.
Random insights.
Hmm, as expected of a legendary class. It’s effects are actually pretty good. It’s diminishing effects on my physical abilities aren’t too severe. I’m actually surprised it improves my vigor stat, that stat hasn’t increased at all lately and stopped at 466. I was planning on adding points to it when I needed to. (A: The devil made me do it. https://drnicoll.files.wordpress.com/2010/08/dr-evil.jpg. Que the related music.)
Vitality and Dexterity are also left unaffected. This class, unlike the others, doesn't affect HP, MP, and SP directly but increases my mana recovery fairly well. I can get a lot more done with this compared to the other crafting classes.
Stolen novel; please report.
Next I looked through the sub classes but came to the quick decision to pick [Synthesis] since it has such great compatibility with the [Alchemist] class. [Mana Adept] will be a good assist for when I need the extra boost in a fight.
After selecting the two classes I felt the changes on my body happen almost immediately. But...something's wrong, the irritation I’m feeling within my body...grew as well.
Ugh...not good, I need a moment to...settle myself…*Heavy Breathing*...what…*gasp*...the hell.
I wanted to get started with the projects I’ve had in mind for a while now. But I can't focus like this. I...I can't stay calm enough to work. Until my blood awakening ends, I'll have to postpone my normal activities.
When I left the basement, everyone seems to know something I don’t. They have been signalling each other thinking I didn’t notice. Why won't they just tell me what's going to happen.
Uuugggh...make it stop.
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Amare’s Dwelling
“Amare...you're sure everything is under control?” (Val)
“...Yes.” (Amare)
“So you knew he would select a class that would increase his vigor stat.” (Val)
“...Well, classes are also affected by one's race. There has never been a Dreadling who has become an [Alchemist] so I didn’t know about the vigor increase. It seems this race has a real problem regarding this stat...tehe.” (Amare)
“You can't avoid the problem with a tehe!” (Val)
“It’s already too late now, so there is no point getting mad at me.” (Amare)
“...You…*Sigh*” (Val)
Even if the two wanted to argue further, the decision was already made and they could only watch.
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Morning: 10 minutes before the blood awakening
The past couple of days has become very difficult. I ended up making mad runs around the area just to try and get rid of some of my building stress. Nothing works. My body feels as though it’s being filled with too much energy now.
Shiro and Puerial are both acting even stranger than before as well. Not once did they want to leave my side and has increasingly refused to be more than two meters apart.
Joining me in my runs making it feel more like I’m being hunted.
As the time for my awakening grew shorter, the more I took notice of the two beside me.
Shiro has truly grown quite beautiful. I remember when she was younger, how the scars, dirt, and malnourishment ruined her. Looking at her now…
She seems to have grown another 2cm putting her at about 170cm in height. Her hair is very soft and straight, milky white in color, and goes down slightly past her shoulder blades. It is beautiful to see under the moonlight as it seemingly glows under its radiance. Her eyes are clear blue and full of life. An unnoticeable smile always floats across her slightly glossy pink lips. Her rare grins reveal pearly white teeth with slightly larger than normal canines. Her appearance seemingly stepping into the early stages of womanhood, as she still has quite a bit of childishness.
When before it was matted and grey, now her tail is soft beyond belief and as white as her hair. Wolf ears standing proud atop her head, they twitch whenever I compliment her. The sickly and marred skin she desperately hid, is now ivory in color without any blemish. Truly, she has come a long way.
I took a moment to appreciate her growth before moving on to see Puerial.
She seems a bit taller than I remember as well, about 163cm...odd. Her hair was maintained to a length that reaches her slightly past her neck. It’s wood color became more glossy and smooth. Her emerald eyes hold a lot more confidence compared to when I first met her. Her ears also seemed to have become a bit longer. They were really cute on her whenever she would look up at me. Her creamy white skin became even more soft, as her features seemed to become more delicate.
It’s strange how these two can become ruthless in but a moment, and have probably looked to be monsters in the eyes of our foes. Yet to me, they are so beautiful.
What I didn’t realize was that my slight delirium prevented me from realizing my thoughts were said out loud.
And before I realized it, I appeared to be locked inside my bedroom. Someone has bared my door shut.
My body...it feels so hot.
Shiro and Puerial are suddenly pulling me back to the bed. Their eyes look fully dilated and their breaths are increasingly haggard, similar to my own. I think I finally figured out what's going on, Amare...this isn’t funny, you should have told me about this. Truthfully though, I’m quite the fool for not realizing this.
My only question is...why are Shiro and Puerial affected by my own awakening?
This thought, along with many others, was pushed to the back of my mind as we joined together for a long night.
Late in the afternoon, the three of us laid on the bed, unable to move. The girls have satisfied smiles on their faces and seemingly have a glow to them. Though even if I say they are smiling, they are passed out. I finally seemed to calm down myself. My body, no longer a mess of irritation. Thus the conclusion, I’m content.
I spot the fairy resting on the dresser staring at me with a curious expression. Whatever her thoughts are, at the moment aren’t known to me. Even with my intuition.
I don't even know how long this...bonding session went. Right now...it doesn’t matter. I only want to rest.
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A/N: And there you have it. MC has graduated from a Pseudo Harem Master to the fully fledged version.
Opinions on the class system are welcome. Truthfully, since this isn’t a game, I wondered why many people thought he would be limited to only one class from what I read. Though restrictions from the Gods were natural.