The Day had finally arrived for Natsu, Wendy, Kori, Gajeel, Erza, Lucy and Gray to enter the training dimension. They were excited to see where Kori stood on the Magic Analyser but at the same time they also wanted to make some serious headway in their own developments.
Lucy had spent the previous day with Capricorn practicing her magic channelling so that she could get the most out of her power and the Celestials at her command, she was still a little puzzled just how her getting stronger would actually affect them short of numbers, but Layla had promised to explain that to her using the analyser.
Saphira was also going to come with the group for the first day as she and Layla wanted to demonstrate just how the Lacrima would complete the First Generation Slayers.
"Okay are we all set? You shouldn't need to bring anything with you, as everything will be provided inside, I'll make sure of that" Layla said to the group
"Where are we going anyway?" Kori asked confused as to what the fuss was about.
"Tap your Guild Insignia twice" Wendy said with a smile to Kori.
"Huh?" Kori said confused as she tapped her insignia
"See anything different?" Gray asked as Kori looked around the room.
"I see some creepy looking metal door thing... is that it?" Kori said kinda disappointed.
But that was short-lived as the Thunder God Tribe emerged from the 'creepy door' which made Kori's eyes light up.
"See! that's where we are going, and now that they are back, it's our turn!" Natsu proclaimed as he sprinted up to the door before quickly skidding in front of it and calmly walking through.
"Looks like he does learn from his mistakes" Erza said with a laugh
"Well I guess we should all get in there, so we can get the most out of it" Lucy said as she stood up
The rest of the group followed suit entering the portal.
"Wow, what is this place?" Kori exclaimed as she looked around at the scenic view.
"I must say, I never expected this Citrine" Saphira said in surprise, despite knowing Citrine for millenia, she had never seen her use creation magic on this scale.
"This place has been a personal project of mine for a long time, but it is only now that it will serve its true purpose." Layla responded with a look of determination in her eyes.
Natsu and Gajeel quickly started punching each other to show Kori the sky healing winds. The rest of the group couldn't help but face palm.
"Okay, we have a lot to do over the next month. Let's make the most of it, If anyone needs anything please don't hesitate to ask" Layla said before adding "I guess we should start by introducing Kori to the Magic Analyser"
All of the other Dragon Slayers eyes lit up in anticipation, the rest of the group also was curious to the results. Kori however had no idea what they were going on about...
"Magic Analyser? What's that?" Kori asked in confusion.
"I created a board that reads your magic potential and displays it in simple terms, so that people can track their progress for training, in your case Saphira has done a wonderful job and your training is almost complete. This reading will serve as a snapshot so we can compare it to after the Lacrima infusion" Layla explained.
Kori flashed a wide grin as she figured she would go for the top score "Sounds neat, how do I use it?"
"Place your hand on this board over here and the numbers will come up!" Wendy said as she waved near the board.
Kori placed her hand on the board and 5 seconds later numbers appeared.
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Mana Capacity 8192/8192
Reserve Capacity 2560/2560
Power 6/10
Speed 8/10
Endurance 7/10
Defense 7/10
Current Max Output 23432
Currently Unlocked 70%
Current Rating: Very Good
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"That max output is amazing! but the rest seems average?" Gajeel said slightly depressed.
The rest of the group echoed Gajeel's thoughts
"Because of the scale of power you Dragon Slayers will possess, there is only so much you can achieve though the normal mana management of the human body... This is where the Key comes in, the Lacrima. What it will do is drastically improve your throughput, as well as grant you some additional abilities and... 'perks'." Layla explained trying to alleviate their fears.
"The Lacrima infusion will take a day however, so Kori if you can please find yourself a room inside the lodgings behind us, they are all the same so just pick one at random, and Saphira and I will join you shortly to start the process." Layla said with a smile as she pointed to the copy of Fairy Hills directly behind them.
As for the rest of you feel free to prepare your training regiments, once again if you need anything come get me, but for today at least my main focus will be unlocking Kori.
Kori, Saphira, and Layla all disappeared into the lodgings. The group each took turns checking their stats on the board but what caught everyone's eye was Lucy's...
"WHAT!" everyone exclaimed including Lucy herself as the numbers came up.
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Mana Capacity 8422/10240
Reserve Capacity 2555/3072
Power 3/10
Speed 4/10
Endurance 4/10
Defense 3/10
Current Max Output UNKNOWN
Currently Unlocked 35%
Current Rating: Average
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"Wait what does UNKNOWN mean?" Lucy said as she stared at it confused...
"But even still look at that mana capacity... that's higher than Kori's..." Gray pointed out
"Come to think of it... That's higher than even Master Makarov..." Erza responded as they all looked at Lucy
"Amazing! And it says only 35% unlocked?" Wendy said with a smile at Lucy.
"See Lucy you're strong! Makes me want to fight you!" Natsu said as he ignited his fist, before Erza quickly hit him over the head.
"Hmm I wonder... I'll see if Capricorn may know anything about this" Lucy said as she quickly pulled out her keys.
"Open Gate of the Goat, Capricorn!" Lucy exclaimed
"Hello Lucy... Hmm I'm not familiar with this environment" Capricorn said
"Oh we are in another dimension that... 'Layla'... made, thanks to the Spirit King I'm able to call you here" Lucy responded.
"Remarkable, the power required to create such a place would be astronomical..." Capricorn responded surprised as he surveyed the area.
"Speaking of power, are you able to make sense of this boards readings? And why it is unable to figure out my output? Mother explained that it displays the maximum damage you can inflict in a single ability but for me it is unable to calculate that?" Lucy said as she stared at the board.
"Hmm..." Capricorn said as he looked at the board, before placing his own hand on it.
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Mana Capacity 2042/2048
Reserve Capacity XXX/XXX
Power XX/10
Speed XX/10
Endurance XX/10
Defense XX/10
Current Max Output 37592
Currently Unlocked 100%
Current Rating: Celestial
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"It appears based on this reading, that the output it expects to track with you... Is us, your Celestials"
"The way we Celestial Spirits would work using the above, is that for every spirit you summon, our power is divided equally from your own. This should be made clear if you call another Spirit and I place my hand on it again" Capricorn explained
"Wait a minute..." Natsu said as he looked at the board, the group just stared at him wondering what he is getting at.
"37000?! LUCY?!" Natsu said as he looked at Lucy confused
"Now that you mention it you're right how can that be?" Erza said as she looked at Lucy, the rest of the group stared at her confused
"IS IT REALLY THAT HARD TO BELIEVE!" Lucy said angrily.
Losing her temper the ground around her began to destabilize and rocks and grass chunks floated upwards in a sudden rush of power she released all the others present were shocked by the display.
"LUCY" Capricorn said snapping her out of her tantrum "Control" he calmly added.
"WOW! That was awesome! It was like Gildarts!" Natsu proclaimed excited, the rest of the group looked at each other worried by what they had just seen.
"Lucy, try summoning another spirit, it should then divide your power equally between us"
"Okay" Lucy said as she took out another key.
"Open Gate of the Bull, Taurus!"
"Mooooo, Lucy nice body!" Taurus exclaimed.
"Okay lets see it now" Capricorn said as he placed his hand on the board
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Mana Capacity 2003/2048
Reserve Capacity XXX/XXX
Power XX/10
Speed XX/10
Endurance XX/10
Defense XX/10
Current Max Output 18796
Currently Unlocked 50%
Current Rating: Celestial
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"As expected, the output reading has halved as your power is now split between us, there will be slight variations in our output, Taurus being more damage orientated should be the highest for output" Capricorn responded as he looked at the new figures.
"Okay let's see what Taurus is compared to your reading, Taurus can you put your hand on the board over there" Lucy said as she pointed to the board.
"Anything for Lucy's nice body!" Taurus proclaimed as he placed his palm on the board.
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Mana Capacity 2044/2048
Reserve Capacity XXX/XXX
Power XX/10
Speed XX/10
Endurance XX/10
Defense XX/10
Current Max Output 20675
Currently Unlocked 50%
Current Rating: Celestial
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"I see so he is slightly stronger for raw output... Even still combined those numbers are rather amazing" Lucy said as she thought about it all some more.
"What about that Urano Metoria? Wouldn't that be classed as your output?" Wendy asked
"I can't explain that... You should really consult Layla, if she is responsible for the creation of the board" Capricorn said after thinking it over.
"Well even though you can't answer everything, you have helped explain a lot! Thanks Capricorn!" Lucy said with a smile as she dismissed both her Celestials.
"Didn't I overhear Layla say that she added a bunch of MPF's to here?" Natsu said as he looked around
"Yeah Momma did say something about it yesterday, guess we can split up and find them" Lucy said with a nod
"Hey how about you just cast the Urano Metoria?" Erza said looking at Lucy
"Huh?" Lucy responded in surprise.
"We saw it briefly at the Grand Magic Tournament before Raven Tail interfered, so from that we should be able to gauge its strength?" Erza clarified as she raised her hand to her chin.
"Yeah!" Natsu proclaimed
"Probably best to cast it at the mountains or something, just incase" Gajeel suggested
"Couldn't hurt right?" Wendy said with a smile at Lucy
"Yeah, if the mountain could take that blast from Erza's Pandora Armor, I'm sure you will be fine" Gray said as he looked at Lucy
"I guess its worth a shot..." Lucy replied succumbing to peer pressure.
Lucy took a breath and closed her eyes as she started to recite the incantation
"Survey the Heaven, Open the Heaven..."
"All the stars, far and wide..."
"Show me thy appearance..."
"With such shine."
"O Tetrabiblos... "
"I am the ruler of the stars..."
"Aspect become complete..."
"Open the malevolent gate."
"O 88 Stars of the heaven... "
"Shine!"
"URANO METORIA!
"Did you say it right?" Erza said as she looked around confused.
"What?" Lucy opened her eyes to see that nothing happened...
"Your magic doesn't work here?" Gray responded looking around confused.
"Hmm..." Natsu squinted as he looked up. "I wonder if that's the problem?"
"If what's the problem?" Gajeel said as he looked up
"Yeah what can you see?" Lucy said as she too was confused.
"I see nothing... No stars..." Natsu said before adding "Isn't that spell, like the ultimate magic of the stars?"
"I see... so if there are no stars, then there is no spell" Wendy exclaimed as she got it.
"Wow that's surprisingly smart Natsu" Gray said as he looked at Natsu
"What did you call me you pervert bastard!" Natsu exclaimed as he got angry
"Well I guess I take it back, you're an idiot!" Gray said as he and Natsu started to brawl
"Well at least we now know why the board can't read you Lucy, because you have no offensive magic in this place" Erza said with her arms folded giving a nod.
"Yeah I guess your right" Lucy replied.
"Still if that reading from Capricorn is something to go by, then outside Urano Metoria must be something pretty destructive, considering you had 37000 and who knows what it would a been for that cow guy" Gajeel said with his arms crossed
"Yeah I don't think I'll be using that in a hurry, and to be honest I'm kind of scared at how powerful my spirits are" Lucy said as she pictured herself destroying a town like the others before shivering.
"Well If you are 35% now, and you have 2 more seals to release... with 37500..." Wendy started to say before she got extremely terrified.
"Over 100,000! That's... Terrifying" Carla exclaimed
"That's higher than the Pandora Armor!" Erza exclaimed
"Am I... A monster...?" Lucy said as she looked at her hands trembling of what she would become.
"You're Mother did say that you would be the most powerful wizard in Earthland, when you are unsealed." Gajeel replied
"Wait what?" Erza said in shock as she knocked both Gray and Natsu out for fighting
"The first time we came here, Layla told us that Lucy's unsealed power may well make her the most powerful wizard in Earthland" Wendy said backing up Gajeel.
"Is that true Lucy" Gray exclaimed
"Yeah she did say that" Natsu added.
Lucy stood there trembling in fear at what she could become with that much power. But then she suddenly remembered her mother had the same problem and the advise Lucy gave her herself...
"It's not about how powerful you are... It's about what you do with your power!" Lucy suddenly exclaimed
The rest of the wizards looked at her and soon they all started to smile.
"You're right!" Erza said with a smile.
"Yeah we are getting stronger to kick Obsidian's ass" Natsu exclaimed lighting his fist on fire.
"That's right" Gajeel said with a grin
"Yep!" Wendy proclaimed
"Well I don't know about you guys, but I think we should call it a day" Gray said as he looked out across the field.
"Yeah we can rest for today and get serious tomorrow." Erza said with a smile.
"Lets all head inside, we need to pick rooms anyway" Lucy said with a smile
The group entered the Fairy Hills replica but they all couldn't help but wonder, about Lucy's power, and what Kori would register the next day...
