A/N - This is my first real fanfic, could be abandoned after 2/3 chapters but I don`t know, maybe I`ll last till I finish it?
English is not my first language, so excuse me any basic mistakes.
Fanfic inspired on the work of mirlnir and dark wolf Shiro.
I appear to be in a place entirely devoud of light, encompassed by darkness, a black nothingness. I don`t know how I got here. Last thing I remember is a party at my friend`s place, did someone poison my drink, or something? Am I in a hospital? No, that`s stupid. Maybe I just passed out at the party?
I wonder how much time has passed... Hours? Days? Maybe even months? Am I in a coma? Am I dead? No, I`m not dead, I refuse to believe that. It`s not possible.
Actually, you are. You are dead.
Who`s there? Where are you? I can`t see you, am I blind? Is this void how blind people see the world? No, I`d feel something, I`m not blind.
Are you Death? Did you come to guide my soul to the afterlife?
I`m the Game, a construct of the first Gamer.
The game? You... You are... I know what`s happening! I`ve been chosen as the host of the Gamer system! Right? Right? I`m one lucky fellow.
Yes, that is true.
I haven`t yet placed [Gamer`s mind] on you, yet you feel no negative emotions, weird.
Yeah, I`ve never been one for stability, hehe. By the way, Is there some kind of reason why I particularlyam gonna be bestowed the honor of wielding the most overpowered ability in the multiverse?
It`s your chaotic nature, evil allignment also helps. But I`m not one to decide that, Vingnish chose you.
Who`s that Vingnish? What`s with the weird name?
He`s the first gamer.
Well, while I would certainly love continuing this, you`ve not been summoned for chitchat.
Skills Gained
[Gamer`s Mind] {Passive}
Allows the user to calmly and logically think.
Gives a peaceful state of mind.
Immunity to psychological status effects.
[Gamer`s Body] {Passive}
Gives the body the ability to live like an RPG character.
[Observe] {Active}
Provides basic information about the target.
That`s the skills, now choose your race.
[Human] [?] [?] [?] [?] [?] [?] [?]
What are the question marks? Is it like, locked until I get stronger or something?
They are random. It could range from an ant to a Celestial.
I remember there being a luck stat from all the fanfiction. If it`s there, may I view it please?
I`ll split it in half. You still want to see it?
Yep.
How can someone be so stupid!?
Wait.
What the fuck is this...
LUK:286
This is after I split it. You`re really "one lucky fellow"...
If it`s like that, then I have no problem risking it, give me a random race.
[High Elf]
A race from the game Skyrim, they make good mages.
MP tripled.
MP Regen octupled.
+5 WIS per level
+10 INT per level
Now select a class.
[Fighter] [Ranger] [Support] [Mage] [Rogue]
With this race, the obvious choice is mage, but even if i had been a human my choice wouldn`t change, mages are pretty powerful most of the time, and spells are cool.
+1 Reputation with Vingnish
What was that?
Part of the reputation system. Before you ask, it allows you to gain reputation and affection way faster than normal mortals.
Half assed explana-
Also,
Select a specialization.
[Elementalist] [Illusionist] [Druid] [Necromancer] [Summoner] [Enchanter]
I guess out of the six, Elementalist and Illusionist feel interesting. Illusionist could be a great way to defeat foes way stronger than me, however Elementalist is generally the better option for a maximized damage build, and that`s what I decided to go for.
Choose an element.
[Cryokenisis] [Pyrokenisis] [Geokenisis] [Aerokenisis] [Hydrokenisis] [Locked] [Locked] [Locked] [Locked] [Locked] [Locked] [Locked]...
There were thousands of choices, but all of them were locked, except for these five. Imagine how godlike some of them could be, control over matter? Over time itself? But I need to focus on what I have, power comes with time. Let`s see, the first option is Cryokenisis. Cryo means ice, right? Anyway; Ice might be pretty cool, pun intended. Control over ice isn`t the best choice, even though I could freeze...
Wait, freezing... Freezing time? Could I potentially freeze time? Possibly, but control over ice is not what I`m looking for. Besides I`m probably gonna become so powerful that I`d be able to stop time without the need to freeze it. Pyrokenisis is what I want, just because it has the potential to deal the biggest damage according to most RPG`s.
Class Gained
[Pyromancer] LVL 1
[0%]
Gain 5 INT and 5 WIS every level.
Skills Gained
[Flames]
Costs 10MP per second
Shoots fire from your hands.
Deals 40 Fire Damage per second + 20 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 5 seconds
[Fireball]
Costs 30MP
Shoots a fireball
Deals 70 Fire Damage + 25 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 5 seconds.
[Fire Lance]
Costs 80MP
Creates a tangible lance made out of fire, that you can throw or fight with as a weapon.
Thrown:
Deals 150 Fire Damage + 30 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 5 seconds.
Dissipates 1 second after it hits the target
Weapon:
Deals 10 to 300 Damage depending on the strike.
Deals 20 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 2 seconds
Dissipates after 1 minute or if it blocks a strike that deals minimum 200 damage.
[Ignite Target]
Costs 120MP
Makes the target burst out in flames.
Deals 200 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 20 seconds.
[Wall of Flames]
Costs 60MP
Creates a wall of fire.
If attacker attempts to cross it, deals 80 Fire Damage per second for the time attacker spends in the Wall of Flames, then 50 Burn Damage*
*Over the span of 10 seconds
Ugh, that hurt. Getting new knowledge shoved into my head is not an experience I`d recommend. Couldn`t you warn me, game?
...
No response. Nevermind that, I have magic! Real magic! I can`t wait to try these spells out on some innocent souls. Let`s quicken the tutorial. What`s next, Game?
This.
Voruo
Level - 1
Class - Pyromancer - LVL 1 [0%]
Race - High Elf
Rank - Mortal
Allignment - Chaotic Evil
HP - 110 [20 per minute]
MP - 300 [176 per minute]
SP - 100 [20 per minute]
STR - 7
END - 11
DEX - 12
INT - 10
WIS - 11
CHA - 17
LUK - 286
MP Regen = WIS X 16
MP = INT X 30
SP/Health Regen = END X 2
SP/HP = END X 10
High elf is one powerful race, and it`s perfect for my purposes. This is gonna be one good playthrough.
My name, it`s already picked? Not the best. it`s good, if a little edgy, wouldn`t choose that one if I could make my own. Well, I can`t change it, so there`s no need to be annoyed. I guess it`s better than my previous name, Cloudesley.
Finally, you can get a random bonus perk, but a random trait will also be added. Do you wish to test your luck? Oh, what am I saying, of course you do. It`s time to nerf that ridic-
Tralalala get the perks rollin`~
-1 Reputation with The Game
Ugh, sure.
Trait Gained [Sociopath]
You care about no one but yourself.
The inability to form an emotional connection with others, and feel guilt.
Perk Gained
[Greater Magic Pool]
You have enormous magic reserves.
Mana INT multiplier Doubled (30*2=60)
The trait isn`t that bad, it could be even considered a perk; I won`t hesitate in killing stuff. It`s like an addon to Gamer`s mind or something. Alright, second roll!
Trait Gained
[Power Hungry]
You are power hungry, always trying to become more powerful, it can lead you to your doom if you`re not careful.
Perk Gained
[Quick Learner]
You`re a quick learner.
+50% EXP gain for classes.
Hey I have that trait, I think I gained it a few years back. From the time I was spending in skyrim, on the enchanting-alchemy glitch. Ah, nostalgia...
Again!
Trait Gained
[Weak Body]
You are frail and weak.
STR, DEX and END Halved.
Perk Gained
[Strong Body]
Your body is stronger than most.
STR, DEX and END Doubled.
...
These two just negate themselves.
Really?
Eh, let`s roll one last time.
Trait Gained
[Sin of Greed]
You always want more and more...
Perk Gained
[Prodigy]
You are prodigous, your learn things way faster than other people.
Stat gain and class EXP gain are doubled.
+2 INT every level.
The trait could be problematic, but maybe there will be a way to remove it in the future. On the other hand, that`s a very good perk.
Let`s stop at four rolls, even if my luck is great, it`s not infinite.
Now that we got that out of the way, you can finally start your adventure, but first-
Skills Gained
[ID Create] (Active)
Creates an instant dungeon.
Dungeons available
[Skeleton]
Good luck with your next life, I guess. Try not to die.
Your starter world has been pre-chosen. Starting in...
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I slowly open my eyes, looking around a small wooden cabin. I feel movement, like a slow but constant motion, there`s also the slightly muted splash of water. I think I`m on a ship.
Getting up from the bags I was sleeping on, I begin inspecting the place. There were some barrels in the corner, a round window opposite me, and a door.
Voruo. 20 years old. A low ranked member of the Buggy pirates. Is a pretty good acrobat and has a strong head. Joined the pirates a few months back, seeking wealth. Had a lonely childhood. Abandoned at birth, he lived in an orphanage that mostly disliked him for his unusual eyes and pointy ears.
One Piece... A good starting point, one of the weaker verses. But I should keep my guard up, even if I have my magic. I`m still mortal, I can die from a bullet in the head.
I heard some shouting outside the cabin. Thundering booms that echoed through the ship caught my attention, there was a battle going on. I should join in, understand my capabilities... No, better stay hidden for a while. Magic isn`t exactly something normal around here. Of course, I could tell them I ate a devil fruit, but then they would probably try to kill me to get the fruit or something, there`d be too many, and then there`s Buggy. I wouldn`t be able to stay on the ship. And where to go when you`re surrounded by endless ocean?
Suddenly, my door burst open. I got startled, and almost fell. A bulky, armored man with a grin splitting his face yelled "Ey Vor, you goin'? There be this big merchan' ship gettin' raided rite naw" before he looked at what I assumed to be outside with a greedy look and ran there.
The way he spoke... It felt Japanese, excluding the unusual dialect of course, yet I easily understood what he said. Probably some Gamer`s mind thing. Sighing, I look at myself. I was pretty pale, tall and a little on the muscular side, I wore slightly damaged light gray robes with a chainmail on top. I saw a helmet on one of the barrels, I took it and Observed it.
[Iron Helmet]
A simple iron helmet, protects your head from 90% light weapon damage, 40% heavy weapon damage.
Durability: 874/1000
TIP: Durability is the same as HP, except it does not regenerate. When it hits zero, the item will break. Unless you repair it.
Price: 5000 Beri
There are tips, cool. I put it on, then walked out of the cabin. I looked around the empty corridor, before going further inside the ship, downstairs. There was a very heavy looking door, probably the treasure room. I could use some coin, besides noone will know it`s me if I put the money in my inventory.
...
I facepalmed. The ship is wooden and the only way I can get inside the safe is burn the door. What was I thinking? I guess the only thing to do now is join the fighting. I sighed and walked outside. There was a lot going on, People dressed up as clowns jumping onto a ship twice as big and with some silver decorations. There were a few marines on the other side, presumably guards.
Now... What should I do? Everyone`s in the heat of battle, I could sneak onto the other ship and steal as much as I can. Inventory be blessed, I`m definitely not gonna share. My gold is my gold, even if it doesn`t know it yet.
"I believe we haven`t met yet." A voice from behind interrupts me, I turn to see a tall man wearing white fur. He was gazing at me with disapproval. "I am Mohji. The beast tamer, tell me young man... Why aren`t you fighting?" He said in a menacing tone.
"Just woke up." I replied, slightly backing away.
"Go." He commanded, I observed him to have a guess at the levels of power around here.
Mohji
A Commander in the Buggy Pirates
Level - 21
Race - Human
HP - 710
SP - 550
STR - 31
END - 71
DEX - 38
INT - 18
WIS - 7
CHA - 11
LUK - 31
Reputation - -5
Thoughts about you - Slightly annoyed
He`s stronger than I thought, he wasn`t even the first arc main villain, and yet... I have a long way to go. I bowed my head and walked away quickly. I focused my attention on the raid, there was a rope dangling between the two ships. I got ready, and sprinted. As I was nearing the edge of Buggy`s ship I jumped with all my might. I managed to catch the rope. I was ascending in a upward arc, and as my momentum started dropping I let go of the rope. I landed on the other ship, and dashed to the closest door before any enemy noticed me. My eyes were greeted with a guard, he opened his mouth to say something, but I was already attacking. I summoned two fireballs in each of my hands, then slammed him with them like rasengans, followed by a stab to the head with a fire lance.
"This should do it." I said, panting slightly. seeing his burning corpse with blood and gore splattered everywhere didn`t faze me, thanks Sociopath.
Or Gamer`s mind, I don`t know. I don`t care about the fire, I`ll be leaving the ship soon.
There were a few doors, one looked especially appealing, with a double lock. I walked up to it, then casted flames, slowly melting it.
I kicked down the door, There was some faint light coming from the small circular window off to the right. There was only one thing in this room. A fruit? Why would a fruit have it`s own room, nevertheless a treasury?
No. It can`t be true. But it is. It`s...
A devil fruit.
"Observe."
Zoan Devil Fruit (Snake model)
A fruit that upon consumption gives it`s user the ability to turn into a gigantic snake.
Price - 750 000 000 Beri
A zoan. If I ever wanted a devil fruit, it`s gotta be Legendary, or at least one of the top fruits. Can I turn it into cash?
Yes.
Destroy [Zoan Devil Fruit (Snake model)] to gain 750M Beri?
Y/N
I pressed 'Y', and grinned as I saw a message telling me that the Beri got transferred. I`m off to a good start~
Outside got quiet, is something happening? Wait, what`s that smell... Something`s burning? I turned around. The fire`s already here?! It spread out so much, there`s smoke too. The only way out is blocked by a wall of flames. I don`t want to die here, still at the starting point.
Idiot.
I won`t die here. Wait! There`s the window, it`s a weak point in the thick wood of the ship. I could use some fireballs to blast my way through, as they have destructive properties, and I did just that. It was very hot in here, I wouldn`t be suprised if I took damage by being in this room. When the fire was just behind me I dashed, and I jumped through the hole in the wall.
I was met with the sea. I struggled to swim up, but I managed. It`s very hard to keep floating, as I have a chainmail and a helmet on me. Then I noticed the ship was moving away from me, I tried to grasp onto it, but it was too slippery. I turned around. Buggy`s ship was way further. Why would they abandon the raid?
I can only keep floating for a few minutes, at best. Is this the end? Will it be painful?
Why am I repeating myself from that time? I didn`t die back then, but in that situation I used fireballs, they won`t help me here.
But, maybe they will. I could propel myself, even if only in the water because they need to connect to something to blow up. It`s worth a try. I attempted summoning fireballs from my feet, and that suprisingly worked.
The heat of the projectiles meeting cold sea water made the explosion even bigger, and I was launched several meters above the water, quickly nearing the closer, merchant ship.
The landing wasn`t gentle, I tumbled across the helm and crashed into the steering wheel, destroying it. That took 240 HP.
Everything hurt. But I laughed. I laughed, as this was the most fun I`ve had in decades! With great effort, I got up and looked at the ship. Fire was spreading. I can`t stay here, is there an emergency boat? I made my way down, and as I did, I noticed that a small skiff was on the side of the ship, kept there by ropes. I cut them with a fire lance and jumped on the small boat. I pushed myself away from the burning wreck.
As I drifted away, I looked down to see if there are paddles, or anything useful. There was nothing, I sighed as I gazed upon the horizon. Two distant ships could be seen on the endless expanse of blue waters under a blue sky. Hard days are upon me...
