(Ratchet)
…
…
Nothing happened.
"Uh, is there something that's suppose to happen?" (Amy)
"...Probably." (Ratchet)
A blue screen appears in front of me.
"Hello, humans. I am God!" (God)
"...What?" (All)
"Allow me to explain what is going on. I heard you all like to play games, especially those ‘RPG’ type games. So, I thought that you all would like to experience it in reality!” (God)
“...What sort of disgusting idea is that?” (Leona)
“Let me explain the rules. Listen carefully, because I will only say it once!” (God)
“Ratchet, you’ve played games a lot. You know what this God is saying, right?” (Leona)
“Yeah. Long story short, we will be fighting monsters like just now.” (Ratchet)
“Shh!” (Amy)
“Firstly, you cannot revive, so watch over yourself very carefully! Next, whatever you have learnt or do will help you or drag you down in this new world. For example, some strange illness you are suffering now can affect you down the road. Lastly, you are free to do whatever you want in this new world. Build a new community, be a criminal, or just live a peaceful life, it’s all up to how you! Oh, and before I forget, I will be sending a guidebook to show you how to adapt to this new world. Good luck and I bless you all!” (God)
“...” (All)
A book appears in front of the three of us.
Grabbing it, I looked at the front cover.
“‘Dummies’ Guide To Surviving The New World’. What the hell?” (Ratchet)
“Start reading it, Ratchet.” (Leona)
I opened the book.
“‘Tip 1: There are set commands to use to call out your Status, Inventory, etc. To call them, simply say it.’” (Ratchet)
“Simple enough. Status!” (Amy)
A blue screen appears in front of Amy.
“...Well?” (Ratchet)
“...Hehehe…” (Amy)
“...” (Ratchet)
“...” (Leona)
“...Well?” (Ratchet)
“Ehehehe… It’s nothing.” (Amy)
“...Well, I guess I’ll check mine. Status!” (Leona)
A blue screen appears in front of Leona.
“...Ratchet.” (Leona)
“Hm?” (Ratchet)
“...The higher, the better, right?” (Leona)
“...Yes.” (Ratchet)
Leona remains silent.
“...I guess it’s my turn. Status!” (Ratchet)
StatusNameRatchet HowlsRaceHumanTitleGifted by the GodsStrength172Intelligence103Agility203Vitality356Wisdom121Luck31Ailments-NIL-
Gifted by the Gods? What is that?
...Nevermind. I wonder how good my stats are compared to the others.
“...How high is your strength?” (Ratchet)
“Hm? About 500. Why?” (Amy)
“I’ve almost reached 900.” (Leona)
Am I that weak!?
Well, I rarely work out or exercise. I guess this is my result…
Picking up the book, I read the next tip.
“‘Tip 2: Over the course of your journey, you will gain new skills and abilities. To check, say out Ability.’” (Ratchet)
“You give it a go, Ratchet.” (Amy)
“...Ability.” (Ratchet)
AbilityBerserkThe scent of blood drives you to fight. Strength increases by 200% and can increases even more for every wound you receive.Utility WielderYou have the ability to wield all manner of weapons with adequate proficiency.
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“Hm… Not bad I guess.” (Ratchet)
“What abilities do you have, Ratchet?” (Amy)
“‘Berserk’ and ‘Utility Wielder’... Sounds okay, I guess. What about you two?” (Ratchet)
“I have ‘Archery Mastery’ and ‘True Aim’.” (Amy)
“I have ‘Sword Mastery’, ‘Swallow Style’ and ‘Howling Style’.” (Leona)
Howling Style is our clan’s way of fighting.
But damn, those skills sound better than mine.
“Berserk, huh? I guess that makes sense, given your condition.” (Leona)
...God did say something about that too, huh?
“What’s next?” (Amy)
“‘Tip 3: Monsters will usually drop useful items, which can be crafted, cooking, etc.’
‘Tip 4: There will be major events that God will give every now and then. Completing events can yield large rewards.’
‘Tip 5: Don’t die.’” (Ratchet)
“...Anything else?” (Leona)
“...After that, it’s just a long, detailed instruction guide which I don’t want to read.” (Ratchet)
“...” (Leona)
“So? What should we do?” (Amy)
“The town would probably be in chaos. I’m going to gather all the residents and bring them here.” (Leona)
“...Sounds like a plan.” (Ratchet)
“Then I’ll stay here and organise the place.” (Amy)
“ Alright. Thanks Amy. Ratchet, I want you to go gather supplies from around town. If you find anyone, tell them to come here.” (Leona)
“Got it.” (Ratchet)
I got up and walked towards the door when my sister called me.
“Oh, and one more thing, Ratchet.” (Leona)
“Hm?” (Ratchet)
“If you find any monsters, kill them.” (Leona)
“...Can’t I just avoid them?” (Ratchet)
“Its for the safety of the people. We need to make this place a safe area.” (Leona)
“Okay.” (Ratchet)
Leaving my room, I went to the dojo in the house and looked around.
“Where is my sword… Ah!” (Ratchet)
I picked up my specially crafted sword, Yybril, grabbed a pack and left the house.
As I ran out of my house, I immediately encountered two of the giant ants crawling outside the house.
“Ugh, damn it!” (Ratchet)
Drawing Yybril, I charged.
-Berserk has been activated-
“All of you, DIE!” (Ratchet)
When I shouted, the ants turned to face me. I swung my blade, cutting one of the ant’s head off like hot knife through butter, and stab the other ant through the head.
-260 exp gained-
After I killed them, I took a deep breath.
-Berserk has been deactivated-
“...I don’t think I can get used to this.” (Ratchet)
I walked away from the bloodbath and ran off.
Supplies… Convenience stores.
That’s it. I know where all the convenience stores are in this town.
I guess I found my next objective.
Well, let’s get to it.
Living in this new world, what can happen?
Nobody knows.
But soon, we will find out.
Hey guys, IAmTheKroc
Phew, sorry for the almost 3 weeks delay. After the exams, I had to catch up on some other, personal matters, (like gaming :D)
Hope you will keep supporting me!
Thanks for waiting!
Peace!