Training wheels

Noah arrived at the arcade, weaving through the flashing neon lights and the hum of machines. The Elder Genes section was in the far back, a row of sleek VR pods lined up for players looking to immerse themselves in the game. Without hesitation, he stepped into one, the door hissing shut as the system booted up.

[Welcome, Shadow Oracle.]

A familiar sensation washed over him as he logged in. His avatar materialized—a hooded figure clad entirely in black, exuding an aura of quiet menace. But as always, the game couldn't contain him.

Noah's system immediately overrode the game's parameters, seamlessly integrating his real-life stats.

[Name: Noah Eclipse]

[Level: 10]

[Class: Void Oracle]

[Health Points: 320/320]

[Void Energy: 450/450]

[Experience: 1,950/2,000]

[Talents:]

Void Summoning [SSS RANK]

Perfect Echo [Sealed]

Self-Regeneration [B RANK]

[Enhanced Skills:]