Ch 5: Foundation

Author's note: some of the skills he has carefully chosen will be introduced in this chapter. Some will seem basic but with the Gamer powers, he can take them to the extreme!

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[Due to specific action, a new skill has been created!

ID create (lv 01~exp 0%) (mp cost: varies)

Allows the user to create an artificial dimension with the assistance of Gaïa that can be changed based on level skill.

Available ID: perfect replica.

Perfect replica (mpc=5): a perfect replica of the user's surroundings that contains inanimate objects only. Nothing can be brought to the real world unless it is drop items.]

"ID escape!"

[Due to specific action, a new skill has been created!

ID escape (lv01~exp 0%)(mp cost: varies)

Allows the user to escape artificial dimensions as long as the skill level is equal to or higher than the dimension created.]

The surroundings that were so silent that it was creepy shattered like glass and the quiet yet somehow alive atmosphere returned.

'it seems that higher dungeons will require more mp... well considering that creating entire parallel dimensions costs only this much is already generous. This Gaïa sure likes her home being left alone. Then again who doesn't ?' Repeatedly creating and destroying IDs until running out of mp, Jee-Han turns on his pc and launches a simple strategy video game and a luck based one that involves coin toss and dice throw on the side while waiting for his mp to regenerate.

"Time to GRIND!" with a grin on his face, Jee-Han starts his nonstop unorthodox 'training' to become a bit more powerful...

~2 days later~

"Jee-Han, your friend what's his name sent you a mail box! Come and get it with your lunch, dinner and breakfast. I can't believe I actually said that, though it is easier to prepare everything at once and relax for the rest of the time..." his mother mumbled at the end. "His name is on the freaking box, mom!" "Whatever..." Jee-Han sweat dropped and wandered who's the grown-up in this house but decided to drop the matter unless he gets a head ache.[+1 to wisdom for making a wise decision!] See! Even the system agrees! And it's supposed to be non sentient!

Checking his status window for the first time in 2 days, Jee-Han goes back to his room after putting everything in the inventory:

[Name: Han Jee-Han

Level: 01

Title: Video game enthusiast

Rank: common

Age: 17 years (user does not age in time dilation fields)

Race: human

Hp: 110/100 (Hp reg: 11/mn)

Mp: 140/140 (Mp reg: 25/mn)

Sp: 110/110 (Sp reg: 110/mn)

Str: 10

Agi: 11

End: 11

Int: 14

Wis: 25

Perc: 15

Lck: 20

AP: 0

Skills:

-gamer's body (lv max)

-gamer's mind (lv max)

-observe (lv 30~exp 24,36%)(mp cost: N/A)

It allows the user to gather information about the object of observation. The details depend upon the skill level and difference between fighting potential. Individuals or objects up to 30 levels higher than the user with the same rank have their attributes shown. 2 ranks higher than the user have a 50% chance to show some attributes every 5 mn. 3 ranks higher have 0% chance to show attributes.

-mana manipulation (lv 15~exp 14,00%)

Active: Allows the user to manipulate mana and use it. Higher levels allow for more complex operations.

Passive: 7,5% increased effect and 7,5% cost decrease in mp related skills.

-ID create (lv 20~exp 10,02%)(mp cost: varies)

Available IDs: perfect replica, basic thought replica, basic stat boost field, time dilation field.

Perfect replica(mpc=5)(AN: the mp cost shown is the original one not after applying skill effects since it's too much calculating every single one all the time😅)

Basic thought replica(mpc=20): create an artificial dimension based on the user imagination. Limited to inanimate objects with no super natural or modern energy.

Basic stat boost field(mpc=50): create an artificial dimension where the user's attributes except Lck are 10% higher.

Time dilation field(mpc=100)(current limit=2:1): create an artificial dimension where time flows differently from the real world with the assistance of Gaïa.

Titles:

-the gamer: grants the user 'gamer's body' and 'gamer's mind' skills. Doesn't need to be equipped.

-video game enthusiast: acquired by spending more than 24 hours playing games in under 2 days time limit. 20% faster stats gains when playing video games while equipped.]

'not bad considering all I did was playing real time strategy games and RNG based ones.. I hate those! Pay to maybe get a rare card, pay more if you want a guaranteed one, and give us your soul while you're at it if you want the ultra rare card that you probably won't ever need!' With a grumpy face that quickly morphed into a giddy one when looking at the box, Jee-Han entered once again his base of operations or so he calls it. He would have been quite the talent as a silent comedian walking in the footsteps of a certain legend..

But no, he chose the glorious path of pro NEE- pro gamer. Yes, pro gamer and nothing else😐.

Making sure that no one is badmouthing him after sending a fierce glare at the ceiling. Our protagonist happily opened his 'treasure chest':

MAGIC BASICS FOR DUMMIES

BASIC LIGHT AFFINITY FOR DUMMIES

BASIC MANA SHIELD FOR DUMMIES

BASIC ELEMENTALS SUMMONING

HOMEMADE USELESS CLONES FOR...wait for it... DUMMIES!

SWORD PLAY FOUNDATION

PARTIAL LIGHT ELEMENTALIZATION

SILENT STEPS

A thick vein appeared on his head while 'gamer's mind' worked on overdrive and barely succeeded at keeping him in check 'the first chance I get, im gonna find the author of those books and make him a dummy for real' mostly succeeded...

After mindlessly copying the books partly to try something but mainly to find the author after upgrading the observe skill. He finally responded to the burning notifications in his mind.

[Theoretical knowledge detected. 20 wisdom requirement met. Absorbe? Y/N]

[Theoretical knowledge detected. 25 wisdom requirement for full assimilation met. Absorbe? Y/N]

[Theoretical knowledge detected. 10 wisdom requirement met. Absorbe? Y/N]

Starting with the 3 books on knowledge, Jee-Han mentally pressed yes to immediately feel a moderate amount of information on magic and LIGHT affinity but a smart and nonetheless crucial amount on sword play.

[+10 int! Note that no further stats can be gained by studying basic knowledge on the previous subjects. This note will only appear the first time]

[Light affinity gained! Currently: 15%]

[Skill 'Sword foundation(lv max)' gained!

Description: by understanding the fundamental principles of sword play before having touched a sword, user have an easier time learning how to wield it.

Passive: +25% exp on sword related skills]

'i see... so direct assimilation of knowledge has immediate returns but isn't a viable option long term. Good to know. And now..'

[Skill 'basic mana shield' gained!

Description: a basic mana shield linked to the mana pool that normally would have backlash on magicians if broken but negated due to 'gamer's body' skill

Activation Mp cost: 150

Mp cost/mn :N/A

Lasts as long as the user has Mp remaining

Def value: Mp*2]

[Skill 'Basic ELEMENTALS summoning' gained

Description: by preparing a magic circle and chanting the appropriate verses summon and bond with a basic ELEMENTAL.

Available basic ELEMENTALS: wind, earth, fire, water.

Mp cost: 100

Note that the skill levels up along with the ELEMENTAL's level.]

[Skill 'simple clone technique' gained

Description: a magic skill that many magicians consider useless and acknowledged to be a defective magic. Allows the user to create a puppet linked to him that has half his mental and physical properties. Each extra clone will further divide the user's attributes except for Lck.

Mp cost: half the mana pool for each active puppet

Current limit: 1 puppet]

[Skill 'partial LIGHT elementalization'

Description: Allows the user to partially change a part of his physical body to the LIGHT element. A dangerous skill that may harm it's users if not carefully used. Negative side-effects negated thanks to 'gamer's body' skill.

Mp cost: 10/0,01%

Current limit: 0.25%]