AN: The poll to include harem has concluded and the decision is….. SHE JOINS THE HAREM! Also I have decided on a concubine, Katie Gardiner. Since, like a discord member (AKMQ_PROD) says, she is an underfucked character(his words not mine just fyi). I agree that she is an underused character. So yeah, I'm sorry if anyone has a problem with that but I highly doubt it will change. I think of Katie as like the hot older sister type girl, who everyone loves. She's super sweet, caring, and mature.
The Top 7 girls will be chosen for the harem!
Candidates:
Artemis- 62
Hestia- 55
Zoe- 50
Calypso- 48
Hera- 46
Thalia- 45
Chaos- 45
Piper- 20
Bianca- 16
Reyna- 7
Aphrodite- 7
Nyx- 6
Bast- 5
Annabeth- 5
Clarisse- 4
Silena Beauregard- 4
Mallory Keen- 3
Hecate- 3
Athena- 2
Lupa- 2
Rachel- 2
Nico- 1
Apollo- 1
Jason- 1
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Last Time~
"Hail Perseus Jackson, Son of Poseidon, The earthshaker, the storm bringer, and father of horses!" Chiron shouted out, bowing his head.
Now~
Percy P.O.V.
A low growl sounded from the forest line, and before anyone had any time to react a large hellhound lept out from the bushes. Before anyone even finished screaming it was already upon me. I whipped out riptide and stabbed it into the beast's stomach just as a claw landed on my shoulder, and its jaws were almost around my neck. With a whimper it disintegrated, showering me in golden dust. I cried out in pain, holding my now bleeding shoulder.
-100 Iron Skin Defense
"Fuck!" I shouted and called on the water, pulling it towards me.
-11 Mp
I sighed with relief as the water wrapped around my wounded shoulder and slowly healed it. "Th-that was a hellhound from the fields of punishment! What was it doing here!?" Annabeth shouted, her head on a swivel. I took a glance at Luke, trying to see his reaction to this. While his face showed worry, his eyes told a different story. Disappointment, shock, anger, and relief? The last one confused me. Maybe he was conflicted about supporting Kronos? If so, that is good. There might be some hope for him after all.
"I do not know my dear. But I will find who summoned that! And they will be punished!" Chiron roared in anger. Everyone looked at him shocked, never having seen the kind centaur genuinely get angry. Even Luke looked slightly nervous. "Anyway, Perseus come to the big house with me, we have much to discuss." The old teacher ordered. "Everyone! Back to your cabins. Get rest, and good game children!" Chiron shouted before walking off. I followed closely behind. "Your arrival is both worrying and fortunate." The centaur said mysteriously, even though I already knew what he was talking about. "Thanks I guess?" Was my semi-sarcastic reply. He sighed and rubbed his wispy beard.
"Perseus-" He started but I stopped him. "It's Percy." "sigh, fine Percy, you see after the end of World War II the big three swore an oath on the river Styx to not sire any more children, since they were so powerful and influencial. It seems as if your father and the Sky King have both broken their oaths. So it seems that only the Rich One was the only brother to keep his oath." Chiron stated, as we neared the big house. "And now the Sky King is missing his symbol of power, and he blamed your father, and by extension, you. Since a god cannot steal another god's symbol of power, the blame has fallen to you as the thief." The son of Kronos said slowly, turning to look at me in the end.
I motioned for him to continue as we entered the big house. "If his bolt is not returned by the summer solstice the Sky god will declare war upon your father. And a war between the heavens and oceans will reduce the world to rubble. You must go consult the oracle for your quest." Chiron said, surprisingly in one breath. I nodded. "You are taking this surprisingly well." He said, looking at me worriedly. "Well I mean from the myths it's pretty clear Zeus is a bastard right? So this is no surprise." I said simply. The entire big house shook as a violent bolt of lightning lit up the sky, accompanied with deafening thunder. "Perseus!" Chiron tried rebuking. "What? He knows it's true. Plus he needs me to find his bolt correct? Only an idiot would kill the best chance at finding their most prized possession. Now where is the oracle?" I asked, playing dumb once more. He sighed deeply and rubbed his forehead. "Up the stairs in the attic." He responded and I followed his instructions.
The attic was a dark and damp place, filled with spoils of war from thousands of demigods from across the millenia. I walked past the trophies, my eyes settling upon the nearly completely mummified corpse of the last oracle of delphi. Deciding to do something I doubt many have done before, I got onto one knee, my fist planted on the floor, head bowed low. I waited for about a minute, looking like a dumbass doing the Iron man pose. I was about to get up when green smoke began surrounding me.
"Approach seeker, and ask." A voice hissed inside my mind, seemingly all around me. "How must I find the master bolt?" I asked.
You shall go west, and find the god who turned,
You shall find what was stolen, and see it returned,
You shall be betrayed by the one who calls you friend,
And you shall fail to save what matters most, in the end.
She spoke the prophecy from my previous life. Although, I do not know how much of this will actually happen, since the fates have no control over me now. I rose and nodded to the mummy. "Thank you." I whispered. Before I walked away I spoke one more time. "You will find a new host soon, just wait." I stated, walking towards the hatch to get back downstairs. Just as I reached it I heard a small whisper, "Thank you Champion of the Watcher." a feminine voice spoke. I turned towards the mummy in shock. In the place of the mummy was a beautiful woman, smiling kindly at me. I returned the smile as the image faded away. I opened the small trap door and went back to speak to Chiron.
Two stories of stairs later I was back in the living room. Mr. D was sitting on the couch reading a wine magazine, with Chiron now in his magical wheelchair. "Did you receive a prophecy Percy?" Chiron asked, moving his motorized wheelchair. I nodded and recited it to him. "Hmm, that is certainly ominous isn't it." Mr. D commented unhelpfully, unsurprisingly. "Yes, but prophecies often have double meanings. So do not worry too much about it my boy." Chiron said, placing a hand on my shoulder. "Now you must choose your two companions. I'm sure there are many demigods who would love to go with you." He said softly. I knew Annabeth was in the room, since I could sense the divine energy from her invisibility cap. I didn't want to take her, I honestly still wasn't over the fact that she just used me in my last life. I knew I was going to take Grover, since his ability to track and sing songs to manipulate plants could end up coming in handy. Now I need someone else. Hmm, maybe someone who could accent Grover's abilities? I can't take Castor or Pollux since I doubt their dad would want them in danger like that. Maybe Katie? I think she can manipulate plants, and she is okay with a sword. She's really nice. Pretty cute too honestly, but that isn't important. It's decided then.
"I know who I want to take, if they will come, that is." I said to Chiron. He smiled and nodded. "Mind letting an old teacher know?" He asked. "Katie Gardiner and Grover Underwood." I responded "What!?" Was the indignant cry behind me. I turned to see Annabeth holding her cap, an angry look on her face. "Why what?" I asked her, already irritated. "Why take them!? Katie isn't half as good at combat as I am! I have been preparing for this for years! I am the smartest camper here!" She shouted. Dionysus actually stopped staring at his magazine for once and started paying attention, trying to see how I would handle this. I already had a plan. "That might be true, but Katie is my friend, even if we do not interact except for once or twice a day. She might not be good at combat like you are but she could make Grover's nature magic even stronger than it is. Plus her head isn't completely filled with hubris. That pride will get you killed if you can't keep it in check. This is my first quest as well, I do not have the experience or time to make sure you do not get yourself killed because your pride makes you think you are a god!" I ended my small rant. Her face turned bright red but she could not rebuke my statements. She screamed in anger and stomped out like a child. Chiron sighed behind me. "She was truly looking forward to going on a quest." He said sadly. "I know, but I can't trust someone who is unable to get past their own pride." I told him simply. "I understand my boy. Go tell your quest mates, and be ready by 10 am tomorrow. Meet me at half-blood hill." The old centaur said, wheeling off into his office.
I made my way outside to see Grover nervously munching on a tin can. He stopped when he saw me. "H-how did it go?" He asked nervously. I smiled at him. "Well I got my first quest. Would you like to come with me?" I asked. He smiled, still nervously but smiled nonetheless. "I-i mean if you really want me on a quest with you then yes." "Don't diminish your value G-man. Your nature magic is really useful. Plus I trust you. You will do fine." I said, patting him on the back. His smile gained more confidence. "Thanks, but who else did you pick?" "Katie Gardiner." I replied. His eyes shot up. "Really? Why?" He asked. "I figured her plant control could complement yours." I told him. "Is it also because she's kinda hot?" He asked, a small smirk on his face. "Maybe, maybe not. You may never know." Was my reply, trying to keep a blush off my face. "I'm gonna go see if she wants to come or not. Be at half-blood hill at 10 am tomorrow so we can head off. We only have 10 days to get the bolt back." "Alright, I'll see you tomorrow morning, Perce!" Grover shouted as I walked away. I waved at him as I walked towards the strawberry fields, where I knew Katie spent most of her time.
It took me a minute to walk to the strawberry field, where most of the demeter kids were, including Castor and Pollux. I looked around a bit and finally located Katie. She was on her hands and knees planting strawberry seeds. I ran (well ran for every normal demigod, walking for me) over to her. "Hey Katie!" I said stopping a few feet behind her, trying not to stare at her round behind. She sat back on her heels and turned to face me. "Oh Percy, what are you doing here? It's almost past curfew, we were just finishing some stuff up here." She said, patting her hands together to get rid of some of the dirt. "Well I just got a quest and I was wondering if you would come with Grover and I to get back Zeus' Lightning bolt." I said nervously, not knowing if she would actually accept. I saw fear flash through her eyes for a second before anxiety and curiosity replaced it. "Why me? I am only mediocre at sword fighting, and I don't really have many other useful skills." She asked. I gave her a confident smile, "Because I trust you. You are level headed and that's what I need. Plus you can manipulate plants right? ChloroKinesis I believe it's called. That will be super useful if we ever end up in a forest. Even if you can't kill monsters with it, you can make enemies trip which is more than enough to help me finish them off. So, will you join me?" I asked her, holding out my hand.
She took it and I helped her up, totally not taking a peek at her breasts as they bounced gently as she stood up and stretched. "If you really have that much faith in me then yes I will come. I am curious about the outside world as well. It's been awhile since I have gone anywhere so this could be fun." She replied smiling. "Great! Meet me at Half-blood hill at 10 am tomorrow. We head out then." I informed her and she nodded. "See you then, and get some rest Percy, you will need it." She said as I walked off. I turned around. "You too!" I said, and totally didn't trip on a tree root. Nope not all.
A small fit of giggling from Katie later we finished our goodbyes and I headed to the Poseidon cabin. All of my stuff had been moved in, the minotaur horn even sitting on the side table. I smiled, reminiscing over my past memories of this cabin. I was broken out of said memories by a knock on the door. "Who the hell is out this late?" I wondered out loud, opening the door. Hestia stood there holding a box. "Tia, what are you doing? It is really late right now." I asked her. A beautiful smile lit up her angelic face. "I have something for you. May I come in?" She asked excitedly. I nodded and moved out of the way so she could come in. She walked over and sat on my bed. I locked the door and sat next to her. "So you said you had something for me?" I asked curiously. Her smile gained a nervous edge to it.
"I know you are going on your first quest, since you got sent back, and since you are my first champion I had something made for you." She said, handing me the box. "Tia you didn't have to do that." I said, beginning to open the box. "Nonsense, I want to help you on your quest since I cannot be there myself." She said watching me open it. Inside was a black leather sheath, with a knife handle sticking out of it. The handle looked to be made of leather, or atleast wrapped in it. When I grabbed it I discovered it had a good grip that felt good in my hand. Which was surprising since most hand held weapons never truly felt balanced for me, but this was perfect, just like Anaklusmos. I grabbed the sheath in my other hand and pulled the knife out, unable to suppress a gasp at its beauty. It was obsidian black, with wave patterns on the blade. It was about a foot long, somewhat resembling a tanto. "Oh Tia, it's beautiful." I said, placing down the hunting knife on the bed and wrapping her in my arms tightly. She hugged me back. "Does that mean you like it?" She asked, more confident than before. "No, I don't like it. I love it. It is gorgeous Tia. Thank you so much." I told her, making a smile light up her face. "I called in a few favors from Hades, being the goddess of family has its perks. It is made from a mixture of Stygian Iron and a small bit of Olympian Silver to give it extra durability. It is enchanted as well. It will return to you upon a mental command. It will also light on fire on command, and it won't cost you any mana. Since it is made of Stygian Iron it will also be able to hurt underworld monsters, or even touch Ghosts!" She said, explaining the amazing weapon she had made for me. I used Observe on it.
Μαύρο Φλας (Black Flash)
A knife hestia commissioned from her brother, Hades, as a gift to her first champion. This knife will return to its owner, Percy Jackson, upon a mental command. With a similar mental command the knife will light on fire. It is effective in killing all native underworld monsters, as well as anything requiring fire to be killed. Due to the Olympic Silver inside it is nearly unbreakable.
Dmg- 500 (+100% against underworld monsters, +25% when on fire)
Durability- Nigh Infinite/Nigh Infinite(too large for system to display)
I put the knife on my night stand and hugged Hestia once more. "Thank you so much Tia, I really appreciate this." I told her honestly. She reciprocated the hug. "You are welcome. I am going to get going so you can get some rest. Sleep well." She said, kissing my cheek somewhat close to my lips. Apparently she noticed that as well since she turned golden as she flame traveled out. I laid down on my back and smiled up at the ceiling. So far this life is going great. Although, I do not know how much longer this will last.
Ping!
What?
System Update Queued.
Would you like to update to a new system version? Yes/No
Another system update? It has not been that long since the last one. But whatever I guess. So I clicked Yes.
System update beginning…
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Download Complete!
New System Features!
New Health and Mana regeneration system
Weighted bands drawbacks redone
Son of Poseidon Title boosted
So health and mp redone huh? Might as well check it out. "Status," I said quietly.
Percy Jackson
Health-1,700/1,700 (+200 Hp per level, 7%/min regen)
Mana-850/850 (+100 Mp per level, 6%/min regen)
Defense- 750
Mana Affinities: Due to being the Champion of #!*&^ you have an affinity for every mana in existence. You can learn any type of mana.
-Water
-Fire
Race- Demigod
Gender- Male
Title- Champion of #!*&^/Exempts you from the power of the fates, letting you change prophecies as much as you want, also allows you to use the power of the #&$%^
Title- Son of Poseidon/When in water gives +2000 Hp, +1000 Mp, +20 Str, +20 Vit, +20 Dex, heals wounds and negative status effects instantly, x2 Hp and Mp regeneration after initial heal.
Title- Champion of Hestia/ Gives you the ability to manipulate flames, give and take hope from people, and summon food.
Level-8 Exp 720/4800
Str- Str- 31(+3)=34 (Physical Strength and increases Melee and unarmed damage)
Vit- 20(+2)=22 (Endurance and defense, +50 Hp per level 10 Vit)
Dex-28(+2)=30 (Athleticism and Precision, +1% Hp Regen per level for 10 Dex)
Int- 30 (Mana Storage and Memory, +25 Mp per level for 10 Int)
Wis- 12 (Mana recovery, +1% Mp regen/minute per level for 10 Wis)
Luc- 25 (Your overall luck, higher the luck the better rewards you get for killing monsters)
Points-0 (+5 Per level)
Perk Point- 16 (+2 Per level)
Money- $1,255/30D(USD as well as Drachmae)
Enchanted Weight Bands
Weight bands created by Camp Half-blood's greatest forge master, Charles Beckendorf. These bands will shrink/grow to accommodate the size of your arms and ankles. They have the ability to change their density, thus increasing their weight.
Current weight- 5 Pound(s) Each
When Worn:
-20% Dex
-50% To all speed perks
+50% Str, Vit, and Dex gained from training
Cool. So now I know exactly how much the weighted bands do, which is helpful since I will know my own limits while wearing them. Well time for sleep. I stored the bands in my inventory and leaned my backpack of clothes against my nightstand and drifted off to sleep.
The next morning (10 A.M. June 13, 2005)~
I left my cabin at 9:15 AM, since I planned on visiting Hestia before I left. Speaking of Hestia, she has been on my mind a lot lately. I honestly couldn't stop thinking about how she almost kissed me last night. Well it was more of a kiss close to my lips, but still! I wonder if she likes me? No that can't be, she's a virgin goddess after all. Plus we have only known each other for like a week and a half. She's being really really friendly though. A small part of my mind said to me. But that is just because she's a really amazing and kind person! I replied to myself. Really? Have you not seen the way she looks at you, do you not feel drawn to her? The small voice replied. Well I do feel something towards her. I doubt it's love though. You can't fall in love with someone that fast… can you? I asked myself. Maybe you should give it a shot, just kiss her. See what happens. The small voice inside told me. No! I can't do that! Was my indignant response, being unable to keep a small blush of my face. Just thinking about her beautiful face, her smooth, plump, kissable lips… NO! Bad Percy! You can't think about her like that! She's your aunt for Chaos' sake! I screamed at myself, trying to push out any bad thoughts.
I was pulled out of my thoughts as I arrived at the Hearth in the middle of camp. Hestia sat on the ground, tending the flame in her usual brown cloak. Although, now it seems like her normal physical age is around 12 or 13. Since she definitely did not look like an 8 year old anymore. I sat down next to her, setting my backpack beside me. "Hello Percy." She said, turning to look at me. An affectionate smile sat upon her face, the orange flames in her eyes dancing playfully. "Hey Tia. I just wanted to see you before I headed off." I told her, returning her smile. Her gaze faltered, the flames in her eyes dimming slightly, worry clearly written on her face. "What's wrong?" I asked her gently.
"I'm just worried. I know you said you were brought back in time and have already done this before, but I can't help but be worried. What if something happens to you and I can't be there to help because you are on a quest? What if you don't come back? You are the only person to treat me normally, the only person to care in so many years. I-i don't want something to happen to you." She said, a small flaming tear rolling down her cheek. See I told you, she really really likes you. That same part of me as earlier said. This time, I couldn't help but agree. I could see the pain and worry in her eyes. I never knew she had felt this alone. I brought my hand up to her cheek and wiped away her tears. She leaned into my hand, closing her eyes slowly. She placed one of her own hands on top of my own, keeping it against her cheek.
"Nothing will happen to me, I will come back Tia. I swear on the River Styx I will return to you." I said, familiar thunder booming across the sky. Her eyes shot open in panic. "You idiot! Why would you do that!?" Was her angry questioning, squeezing my hand tightly. I just gave her my signature lopsided grin. "Because I want you to be certain I will come back." Was my cheeky reply. Her cheeks turned golden and she looked away, while also scooting closer to me and laying her head on my shoulder. Kiss. Her. Was the order from my more reckless side. I had no intention to ignore the order I gave myself. I gently grasped her chin, pulling her face up to look at me. I stared into her eyes, seeing the confusion and silent questioning in them. I brought my own face closer to hers, gently pressing my lips upon her own. She stiffened for a second, nearly making me think she would reject it, before relaxing, seemingly melting into me. Her lips were soft and warm, the kind of warmth you get by sitting next to a fire on a cold winter night, wrapped in a blanket. They tasted of my mothers blue cookies, I guess that is from her domain as goddess of hearth and home. It makes her lips taste like whatever the other person's favorite home cooked meal is. I wrapped an arm around her waste pulling her close as she tried to sloppily return the kiss. Honestly, it did not matter to me if she was the worst or best kisser in the universe. Her lips made my mind go blank, it set my nerves on fire, making a burning desire I could not quite identify, rise up inside me. The kiss Annabeth gave me was nothing compared to this.
We separated breathlessly. "P-percy, why? What did you do that for?" She asked, her face lit up like a golden christmas tree. "I wanted to, did you not enjoy it?" I asked her, slightly worried. She rapidly shook her head no, locking her eyes with me once more. "I loved it." Was her quiet reply. I smiled brightly before hugging her close to me. She reciprocated, wrapping her arms around my neck. "Percy what does this make us?" She asked quietly. I pulled back and smiled at her again. "What do you wanna be Tia?" I asked. She blushed again. "I-I want to be your girlfriend," She shyly replied. I pecked her lips softly and she returned it. I pulled back, knowing that I was already running out of time before I headed out. "Then I guess we are dating now." I replied. The hearth roared loudly, turning a bright pink, before settling down once more. The fire inside her eyes shined brighter than I had ever seen before. I could even feel the hope inside her bursting forth, her affection nearly palpable. "I must get going Tia, I will be back soon. I promise." I told her, kissing her forehead softly. "Okay Kelp-head. Be safe." She basically ordered me. I nodded and stood, making my way to Half-Blood hill. Just before I turned all the way around, I saw Hestia put two fingers on her lips, smiling to herself. It boosted my own severely diminished self confidence. Knowing I could make her happy with just a simple kiss.
Eventually I made it up to Half-Blood hill, about a minute before Katie and Grover arrived. "Hey Perce, you been waiting long?" Grover called to me as he crested the top of the hill. I shook my head. "No I just got here." I said, not being able to contain my smile. "You know for someone being accused of stealing the king of the god's symbol of power, you seem awfully happy, did something good happen?" Katie asked, putting a hand on her shapely hips. What the hell? I just got a girlfriend and I'm already checking out another girl? What is wrong with me? I said inside my head. Getting nothing in response. "I guess you could say that." I responded. She was about to continue but Chiron came up to meet us. "Alright children. Argus is at the bottom of the hill waiting to drive you to New York in there. Here take these." Chiron said, handing each of us bags. The bags contained a few squares of Ambrosia, $300 mortal dollars, and a vial of nectar. "Thanks Chiron, I appreciate it." I told him genuinely. He looked at me sadly. "Jason, Herakles, the original Perseus, they all had more training." he said in a sad tone. I put a hand on his arm. "Don't worry, we will succeed and return alive." I told him confidently. He nodded slightly. "Well children, I wish you good-" "WAIT!" Chiron was interrupted by Luke running up from behind him.
Luke looked slightly winded, as if he had run all the way from the Hermes cabin at full speed to get here. He held the shoebox I recognized as the ones containing the cursed sneakers. "Hey Luke! What's up?" I asked with as much fake enthusiasm as I could. He opened the shoe box and pulled out the sneakers. "Here, these are flying shoes I stole from Hermes. I brought them for you. Let me show you something. MAIA!" He shouted the command and the shoes grew wings and began fluttering around. Grover and Katie watched in fascination as the sneakers flew around. Luke repeated the command and put them back in the shoe box. He handed it to me. "These are for you." He said kindly. I knew it was a facade but I took them anyway. "Thank you." I said, putting everything I had into not ripping his hands off. "No problem, good luck on your quest." He said before running off. Chiron watched him for a second before turning his gaze back on us. "As I was saying, I wish you good luck. May the Fates and Lady Tyche be with you!" The old trainer said, as we walked down towards Argus.
Honestly, I knew the fates had it out for me now. But I was ready, I had to be. Because this time, I will make things right. I will destroy Kronos, and anyone else who stands in the way of me making this world right.
AN: So since Perstia is now official, votes for Hestia will no longer be counted! I hope you guys enjoyed this. I know it probably seems kind of early for Perstia to be a thing, but remember Percy has the mind of a 16 year old who has been through hell and back. He is more mature than his body lets on. Plus Hestia has been alone for thousands of years, which would lead to forming attachments rapidly. There is something in this chapter that is super important to the main story over all. I hope you can figure it out. I still plan on Percy x Katie being a thing, although I am not sure if she will be a main pairing girl or a concubine. I am still trying to decide that. Regardless, I hope you enjoyed this chapter! Remember to join my discord if you would like to chat with me or any other fans. Also if you want to support me then feel free to become a patron. The first person to buy a rank, such as the demigod rank, will be given a custom Progenitor rank. Only one person per rank can have the title of Progenitor though, so if you care about that be sure to get it first!
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