Ch.04: Dice of Attributes

Juan doesn't know if he's going to laugh or cry on his predicament. "How? I mean how did it happen.. As far as I can remember I was playing infront of my computer then I must have fallen asleep or something.",

"Mortal, regarding your death.. How should I say this?.. Well you see, myself and Celestine here are Gods of this realm and so our powers and influence exist strongly within the laws of this plane. If we are to travel to a different Universe we will somewhat lose our powers and influence (but not all) and be bound by that planes law.

That being the case, we cannot just crossover to your plane of existence that easily without other Gods knowing and before we can do that we first need the approval of the Celestial Council to use the only Gateway to traverse the other planes or universe as you mortals prefer to call it that way.

This gateway is closely guarded by a God as we are bound by our duty to be a Gateway sentinel every 10 years in the Celestial realms and none not even beings from the Infernal Hell or the Abyssal Darkness can easily use it much less invade our realm.

A few moons ago, Celestine here is the gateway sentinel in-charge and during this time we found out that Celestine was a little too carefree and would often times travel to your world without permission.. (sigh)"

Andalya's eyes switch over to Celestine with a look resembling that of a dissapointed big sister.

"I did not!" protested Celestine but she only recieved a cold calculating eyes. Knowing she can't win this arguement without devulging everything. "Fine! I admit I only took a peek of their world."

"Are you sure you only took a peek?" corrected Andalya. "You see mortal, the gateway is not just a portal but also acts as a scrying pool. We Gods consider it an honor and pleasure as well since only a designated sentinel also gains the ability to view events on your world and Celestine here feels its not enough and took the chance of crossing over to your world.

Doing so she neglected her duty and this is where your situation comes in."

Juan puzzled by what the Goddess of Justice means asked "And how does my death or myself be involved in this?

"You were murdered." Answered Celestine bluntly with arms crossed and an impatient look in her face.

"Celestine! why'd you have to be so callous" countered Andalya. The Goddess gave out a cold glance directed at the former and carefully explains seeing Juan's confused reaction.

"The reason or the individual responsible for your untimely is not from your plane, it is already too late when we found that out to prevent your death.

Upon further investigation we manage to trace in your world that a link was open between our two realms in which it holds a small connection with this Celestial Gateway albeit no evidence has been found that any Demons, Devils, Gods, or any Outsiders may have used the portal so a further investigation is still on the way why and how was that possible and if there was any other Celestial Gateway that may have a possible connection with the one being guarded by Celestine that we are not aware of.

Furthermore, your corpse has a very little trace of a Gods aura of influence and was almost overlooked if not for Celestine here."

Celestine holding a sense of prideness in here face blurted out "So don't forget to thank me mortal."

Juan didn't know if he's about to laugh or cry because of what he had just heard from this smug Goddess

"Wtf! Am I still the one to say Thank You after you being the reason why I am here in the 1st place?!" exclaimed Juan.

"Grrrr... You arrogant mortal! If it weren't for me your soul would not have a 2nd chance to be reincarnated here in Easnir, you would have likely be taken to the underworld by now." protested Celestine.

"Underworld?" says Juan. "Yes the Underworld duh?!.. You're not only perv but a dumb one too, where else would you go after you died." exclaimed Celestine.

"Well excuse me oh so smart and haughty Goddess.. Where I came from we don't believe in the underworld." Juan laughingly explained.

Celestine's eye twitching "Youuu... how bout if I blast you right now I'm sure those Soul Wraights would be glad to escort you down there!" boast the Goddess.

Andalya could no longer contain the bickering

"Enough! I swear you two are like cats and dogs."

"Ms. Andalya.. sorry, Goddess Andalya. You said I died and was transported here but why do I feel thirsty and a bit dizzy a while ago much less I was able to feel as if I am still alive?" asked Juan.

"Silly mortal, of course you are alive. Only on your realm that you died. In fact when you were brought here we have already transmogrify your soul to a new body thats a copy of your previous one albeit much tougher and stronger this time and so we created a 20yr old you since this is the best age to be at peak physically. You see, inhabitants born in this realm are given blessings by the Gods in the things we call attributes. These attributes helps mold mortals to reach feats and greatness to battle the forces that wants to destroy the world of Easnir.

Their are a couple of reason why we decided for you to have a 2nd chance. Aside from that facts that you were already been told of, you Mr. Morales is to help us find clues why this incident happen, why someone from this realm came all the way for you...",

"Hold on!" cut Juan. " I don't know why I have to be involved again with my murderer having this opportunity for a new leash on life. Besides, if the one responsible for my death can easily kill me I'm sure he will not have a problem doing it all over again especially the culprit is from this plane."

"Mortal, powerful as we are, there is a limit to what we can do once we physically venture into the mortal plane that is why we have our Champions or followers to accomplish certain task for us. To physically cross to Easnir means that we expose ourselves to our enemies as they can feel our divinity and so are we to them unless we cast aside our powers or cut our connection in the Celestial realm which is very dangerous for us. The more powerful a being is, the more they will be affected by the laws of this plane.

There is a status qou between the different forces in this world but everyone is always wary of the other since if given the chance, everyone would always want to tip the scale in their favor."

Juan seriously contemplating over the lengthy explanation asked the Goddess how do this attribute works if he was to accept this quest.

In which the Goddess replied.

STRENGTH: Refers to your physical Strength and the ability to carry weight.

CONSTITUTION: the measurement of Stamina, Health, and Endurance.

DEXTERITY: the measurement of Agility, Balance, Reflex, and Coordination

INTELLIGENCE - The measurement of your deductive Reasoning, Knowledge, Memory, Logic and Rationality.

WISDOM - The measurement of your Self-awareness, Common Sense, Restraint, Perception and Insight.

CHARISMA - The measurement of your Force of Personality, Persuasiveness, Leadership and successful Planning.

Juan was in shocked of what he had just heard. "This is just like the game I used to play" thinking to himself as he had already an idea of what the Goddess just explained.

Thoughts flashed of the game Fogotten Realms as how he enjoyed playing those back in Highschool. Juan then throw another question at Andalya to confirm his suspicion. "And how do I exactly acquire and manage these attributes?"

Andalya smiled and said... "Roll a Dice."