Chapter - 9 : New beginning
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The next day, following the awakening ceremony, Alex went through his usual morning routine. However, instead of training with the Sandai Kitetsu, the cursed sword he had awakened, he opted to practice with a regular sword.
"System,show me the status" , said Alex inwardly since it is not necessary to say out load as he is the only one who could perceive the system as confirmed during the awakening ceremony since neither the guide nor the principal could see the system screen.
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Status:
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Name : Alex Miller
Age : 16 / 150
Level : 1st level Novice Weapon Master
Natal Weapon :
Cursed Sword :
Sandai Kitetsu(S level) , Enma(Sealed - SSS level)
Divine Sword :
Wado Ichimonji(Sealed - SS level)
Skills :
Basic skills :
Basic Mana Method (Proficient) , Basic Swordsmanship (Proficient) , Basic Footwork(Proficient)
Advanced skills:
Invisible Sword(Proficient)
Exclusive skills:
Observation Haki(Introduction - (1/100)) , Armament Haki(Introduction - (1/100))
No Sword Style:Black Rope Dragon Twister(Not yet started)
One Sword Style:
- 108 Pound Phoenix(Not yet started)
- Lion's Strike(Not yet started)
Curse : Click to expand ...
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"Status looks promising. However, before commencing my training with Sandai Kitetsu, I should prioritize the practice of Observation and Armament Haki," contemplated Alex.Alex, being aware of the potential risks and drawbacks associated with the cursed sword, decided against hastily starting his training with Sandai Kitetsu. He understood that it would not be beneficial for him based on his online research and the knowledge shared by Mr. Mags and James.
"I'm in the real world not in fictional world. Instead of relying on the cursed sword, I should focus my training solely on developing my haki abilities and mastering the advanced sword skills passed down by my grandfather. I can't afford to take any unnecessary risks, especially considering the unknown effects of the curse," Alex mused to himself, deep in thought. With a clear understanding of the potential dangers, he resolved to dedicate the entire month to honing his haki skills and mastering the intricate sword techniques.
Recognizing the significant increase in power that could be achieved through the mastery of Observation and Armament Haki, Alex made the decision to prioritize training in these haki techniques. He recalled the example of Zoro, who became remarkably powerful after undergoing training with Hawkeye Mihawk, particularly in honing his haki skills. Alex believed that developing his haki abilities would greatly enhance his combat prowess and enable him to better utilize his natal weapons in the future.
"So how should I go about training my haki?" Alex pondered, reflecting on the methods used by characters in the One Piece anime. He wracked his brain, attempting to recall the techniques and strategies employed by haki users in the series.
"Let's start with training Observation Haki first for the initial days," Alex contemplated. He recalled how Rayleigh trained Luffy by challenging him to dodge his attacks 100 times in a row, but since he didn't have that option, he needed to come up with an alternative. If his grandfather were still alive, it would have been easier to arrange such a training session. However, Alex had an idea. He decided to utilize a ball-throwing machine and practice dodging the balls while blindfolded, in order to improve his Observation Haki. This would help him sharpen his reflexes and enhance his ability to sense and evade incoming attacks.
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The days passed, and Alex diligently incorporated Observation Haki training into his daily routine. In the beginning, he struggled to dodge only 2-3 balls, but with each passing day, he could sense his Haki improving gradually.
On the 10th day, Alex whispered to himself, "System, show me the status."
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Status :
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Skills :
Basic Skills : Click to expand ..
Advanced Skills :
Invisible Sword(Proficient) , Thunder Slash(Introduction(83/100))
Exclusive Skills :
Observation Haki(Introduction - (76/100)) , Armament Haki(Introduction - (1/100))
No Sword Style:Black Rope Dragon Twister(Not yet started)
One Sword Style:
- 108 Pound Phoenix(Not yet started)
- Lion's Strike(Not yet started)
Curse : Click to expand ..
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"Hmm... Both Observation Haki and Thunder Slash are nearing completion and get into the small success stage," Alex muttered to himself while deep in thought. He continued, "It's time to focus on starting my training with Armament Haki.But how to start with?" Alex understood that one of the faster ways to improve his Haki was through actual battles and combat experience. However, given the current circumstances, he realized that he needed an alternative approach. Determined to strengthen his Armament Haki, Alex made his way to the secluded area behind the mountain. There, he focused his mana into his arms and began training by repeatedly punching a boulder, attempting to have the hardening effect just as he had seen in the anime.
Aware of the drawback of Armament Haki, which drains the user's stamina and mana rapidly, Alex recognized the importance of increasing his endurance. In order to counteract this limitation, he incorporated stamina-enhancing exercises into his training regimen.Additionally, Alex paid close attention to his diet, ensuring that he consumed foods rich in nutrients that could help boost his stamina and energy levels.
"Show me the status" Alex said after 13 days .
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Status :
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Level : 3rd level Novice Weapon Master
Skills :
Basic Skills : Click to expand ..
Advanced Skills :
Invisible Sword(Proficient) , Thunder Slash(Small Success(31/300))
Exclusive Skills :
Observation Haki(Small Success - (10/500))
- Presence Sensing(15 metres)
Armament Haki(Introduction - (79/100))
No Sword Style:Black Rope Dragon Twister(Not yet started)
One Sword Style:
- 108 Pound Phoenix(Not yet started)
- Lion's Strike(Not yet started)
Curse : Click to expand ..
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Note :
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1. Rayleigh and Luffy are one of the characters in One Piece.
2. MC has reached 3rd Novice Weapon Master since he has already reached proficient stage in Basic Mana Method so sensing Mana is much easier as compared to others and MC is also the only one who sensed mana in just 1 day which shows his strong mental/soul strength.
3. Some details about the Hakis :
i. Observation Haki :
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-> Gives the user a sixth sense of the world around them, allowing them to sense the presence, strength, and emotions of other people, even if they are out of sight or far away.
-> It also grants limited precognitive abilities, allowing the user to sense their opponents' intentions and predict their actions and attacks before they happen.
-> An advanced level of Observation Haki allows the user to actually foresee a short period into the future.
ii. Armament Haki :
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-> Allows the user to use their own spiritual energy as armor to defend against attacks, as well as make their own attacks more potent.
-> A person can apply the armament to a section of their body, over their entire body, and even imbue it onto their weapons.
-> A coating of Armament Haki will cause the coated area to turn a shiny black, and a particularly thick and powerful coating will have a flame-like pattern along its edge.
-> An advanced level allows the user to emit the armament a short distance without a medium.
-> A higher grade of advanced Armament Haki allows the user to make the emitted armament flow into a target's body and destroy it from the inside out.