Chapter 9: The Fragment of Light

Wei woke up early at the Advanced Base (Level 2), the sound of the automated platform processing scrap in the background.

He felt more confident now, with the Ghost by his side and new abilities unlocked. However, he knew he was still just beginning his journey on this planet.

Opening the HUD, he reviewed his progress and the available games, planning his next actions.

[PERSONAL MENU]

Current Level: 5

Main Mission: Discover the Secret of the Trash Planet

Active Side Missions:

Build the Light Fragment (Destiny 2).

Expand the base with new Space Engineers modules.

Unlocked Games:

Warframe

Halo

No Man's Sky

Subnautica

Starcraft

Space Engineers

Destiny 2

Minecraft (New!)

Locked Games:

Ocean World Eden Crafters (Level 6 required)

Warhammer 40k (Level 8 required)

Other mysterious games still unrevealed.

Inventory:

Hand Blaster (Level 1)

Scrap Sniper (Level 1)

Ghost Fragment (Activated)

Advanced Circuits x2

Heavy Metal x4

Modular Components x2

Wei's eyes widened when he saw Minecraft unlocked.

"A whole universe of blocks and creativity... this could be interesting."

However, he decided to focus on the Light Fragment, as the Ghost had mentioned it could be crucial for his growth.

Building the Light Fragment

Opening the crafting menu, Wei checked the materials required to create the Light Fragment.

[Blueprint: Light Fragment (Destiny 2)]

Description: A device that concentrates energy to enhance abilities and provide combat support.

Requirements:

Energized Crystal x2

Advanced Circuits x2

Light Field Generator x1

He already had the advanced circuits, but the crystals and the generator would be challenges. Wei approached the Ghost to ask for help.

"Where can we find these crystals?" he asked.

"I detect an underground cave to the south. It contains energy traces that match energized crystals. But there may be creatures guarding the area."

Wei smiled. "Of course, there are. Nothing comes easy."

The Underground Cave

Riding his Scrap Space Bike, Wei traveled through an even more desolate area of the planet. The trash mountains gave way to deep craters, and in the center of one of them, he found the cave entrance.

The inside of the cave was dark, with walls made of corroded metal and fragments of circuits glowing faintly. The Ghost illuminated the way, while Wei held his sniper, alert to any movement.

"The crystals are deeper," said the Ghost.

As he advanced, Wei began to hear strange noises, like the sound of claws dragging along the floor. Suddenly, a robotic creature resembling a giant insect appeared, its blades glowing.

[Alert: Enemy Detected]

Model: Cave Guardian (Level 6)

Description: Robotic creature created to protect rare resources.

Wei stepped back, raising his sniper. He shot, but the creature was quick, dodging and charging at him. He switched strategy, pulling out the Hand Blaster and firing repeatedly while retreating.

When the creature leaped to attack, he used his last Electromagnetic Pulse Grenade. The explosion stunned the enemy, giving Wei time to pierce the creature's core with the energized blade.

[Enemy Eliminated]

XP Earned: +120

Resource Collected: Energized Crystal x2

Wei breathed heavily as he collected the crystals. "One less problem. Now, the generator."

Finding the Light Field Generator

The Ghost suggested a location for the generator: a small abandoned communication station nearby. When they arrived, Wei noticed the place was relatively intact but still guarded by defense droids.

He used the sniper to eliminate the droids one by one, maintaining distance and using the elevated terrain. After clearing the area, he found the generator inside a protected panel.

[Resource Collected: Light Field Generator x1]

Crafting the Light Fragment

Back at the base, Wei placed all the materials on the construction platform and began the process. The Light Fragment began to take shape, a glowing sphere pulsating with energy.

[Light Fragment (Destiny 2) Crafted]

Functions:

Amplifies system abilities.Grants access to unique combat and survival abilities.Extends Emergency Resurrection function to 2 daily uses.

The Ghost examined the fragment and floated beside Wei. "With this, you are closer to understanding the true power of the Light. Use it wisely."

Wei felt a surge of energy through his body as he activated the fragment. It was as if something awakened inside him — a connection to something greater.

Testing Resurrection

While exploring the surroundings to test his new ability, Wei was ambushed by a group of raiders. One of them fired a pinpoint shot, hitting his chest before he could react.

For a moment, everything went dark.

But then, he felt the Light Fragment activate. A powerful energy enveloped him, and he stood up, fully restored.

The raiders were stunned, but Wei wasted no time. Using his sniper and blaster, he eliminated them with surgical precision.

[Emergency Resurrection Ability Used]

Wei wiped the sweat from his forehead, looking at the fragment in his hand. "This is... incredible. If I use this wisely, I won't be so easy to take down."

The Ghost replied, "But remember, there are limits. Two uses per day is not invincibility. Plan your moves carefully."

Back at the base, Wei looked at the horizon with determination. He now had more tools and abilities than ever, but he also knew that the challenges would only grow.

"Next objective: expand this base further and unlock the Minecraft technologies."

The Ghost floated beside him, emitting a faint glow. "Let's build more, explore more, and uncover the secrets of this planet. We're just getting started."