My Daily Life As The Gamer: Ranma 1-2 Chapter 1, a Ranma + X-overs Crossover fanfic

A/N: Hello there, it's me! I just wanted to say thanks to the people who have read this. I also want to thank those who gave given the time to leave your reviews and thank you for your words as well as answer some of your thoughts you've mentioned in your reviews.

merendinoemiliano: Yes, I do plan to make Akane train hard and grow alongside both Ranma and Hiroshi. She may not have been my favorite, but that doesn't mean I fully dislike her as a character.

gfamaks: I don't fully understand what you meant, but based on your description I can safely assure you that I have plans for Hiroshi to use the [Skill Book] as effectively as he could here.

Zweig: I thank you for your kind words and as for your question, I don't know yet. Honestly, I personally had this thought for a while and the idea sounded pretty tempting, however, I haven't fully decided if I want to or not. Who knows, maybe I'll consider it later on in the story.

sundrawnshadow: I'm very thankful for your suggestions and criticism. I'll try to see what I can do to improve this later in the story, however, there are some things that I wish to keep, big numbers and all because that's just how I am and I'm not offended at all. I know you're just helping me out and I appreciate it, but I would like to keep it at least somewhat similar to the original manhwa as that's what I'm used to really.

tempace: Thank you for your words, I appreciate it, and don't worry about the ranting, I don't mind. As for what you said, I can't really answer that as that would be spoiling it now would it? But I can assure you that I will at least attempt to develop Ranma and his curse. And I'm not going to split his cursed form from him as for me, Ranma's curse is an essential part of Ranma's character and I feel that if I were to remove such a unique trait wouldn't be ideal.

Gilgamesh1997: Don't worry, I'm planning to continue writing this story.

ALighterShadeOfRed: I'm grateful for your words and consideration. I assure you, like I said to Gilgamesh1997, I will continue this story.

violastrum: Although you may be right, I assure you that the detail regarding the single point of Affection alongside the five Reputation points is indeed intentional to a degree, and don't worry, I reassure you that I'm aware of Ranma's pride in his masculinity as it too, is a defining part to his personality. However, the part with the Affection won't really take much of an effect till much later on. Plus, this kinda opens some possibilities to how I could develop this. But for now, I'm focusing on developing the potential friendship between him and the protagonist first and possibly his relationship with the other characters as well. I also wish to assure you that the protagonist, Hiroshi, won't always win or be able to solve everything and may indeed screw up at times. I have a lot of ideas on the back of my mind for this story and I wish to develop it in my own way. I can't promise you that I can make it so, but I am at least trying to make it as believable as I can, given what I have to work with and what little experience in writing I have currently. Besides, it's fanfiction and this is purely for fun during my free time so whether it's believable or not, that's fine and I hope you can read this and understand. And with that, I thank you for your words of criticism and for giving me some insight into this. God bless you.

Prustan: I thank you for your kind words and I you're pretty right about the bonuses for [Hand-to-Hand Combat]. To be honest, I wasn't really sure at the time as I was sort of in a haste and kinda pressured too while writing this. But luckily, I managed to fix this so it should just be a passive 1% x Skill Level bonus for both STR and DEX. And also, I'll like to make things clear and say that I'm no expert when it comes to math. I mean, despite myself being a fan of [The Gamer] and Gamer fanfics, that doesn't mean I'm good or even used to doing math as it's not really my forte. However, I am trying as best as I could, including this system of mine. Still, I'm grateful for your words of criticism and thank you for giving the time to read and even write a review to this story of mine. I won't make any promises but I'll at least try and that is all to you, good sir!

Anyway, that's all I have to say for now and with that, enjoy!

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And with that enjoy!"

- SMG-2

Index:

"Speaking/Speech"

'Thoughts'

*Sound Effects*

The Gamer Ability

[Skills, Items, Etc.]

Opening Song: Don't Make Me Wild Like You - Etsuko Nishio

Chapter 1: Hiroshi's Anger, Kuno's Thinline ~ Gamer Vs. Kuno!

I along with Ranma and Akane ran as fast as we could back to the school with Ranma himself ahead of us. Fortunately, we managed to barely make it back on time.

'Thank God for that!' I thought in relief.

Anyway, the three of us took our seats with Akane joining her friends while Ranma and I took our seats near the window next to each other, with Ranma being closer to the window, as our next teacher soon entered the room, starting our next class for the day.

As time passed, our morning classes went on as usual from what I remember in my memories here. During class, my time's mostly spent either daydreaming or other things on my mind, occasionally glancing Ranma's way, his head held on his hand with a bored expression as we sat down, while half-heartedly listening to whatever lesson was being discussed. Well, me at least as Ranma just looks like he isn't listening, to be honest.

Thankfully, this wouldn't last long, however as soon enough the school bell rang signaling the start of the lunch period. Once dismissed, both Ranma and Akane immediately got surrounded by the rest of the class, getting bombarded with many questions regarding the revelation of their engagement from earlier this morning.

As for me, I simply watched the whole thing play out feeling both amused and bad for the arranged couple. Eventually, the crowd of students would soon dissipate as the majority would begin leaving the classroom to go eat their lunch. I also watch Akane as well as her friends start to leave to have their lunch somewhere. As they did, I spotted the girl I saved earlier, Hiroko, glance my way as she gave a friendly before leaving with the rest of her friends which made me blush a bit. I then turned to Ranma and began speaking to him.

"Hey, Ranma." I began, getting his attention as he turned his head to face me as I continued. "Wanna join and have lunch together? I know a nice spot." I asked, giving him a friendly smile. He looked surprised, but then he smiled as well.

2 Reputation with Ranma Saotome

"Yeah, sure thing." He replied, getting off his seat as we both left the room to have lunch. As we walked down the halls on our way, I tried sparking a conversation to get to know each other more. It was small talk at first, mostly things like favorite foods, hobbies, and other trivial topics.

However, when I asked him about his trip, Ranma began recounting what I knew and experienced in his time training on the road. I, of course, did my best in listening as I could, finding myself slowly becoming engrossed and interested as we both laughed and talked before finally reaching our spot, which was underneath a pretty big tree. We then sat down cross-legged under the nice shade as we each took out our bentos and placed them in front of us on the ground.

We then joined our hands in front of our chests and closed our eyes, simultaneously saying the classic "Itadakimasu!" before finally digging into our food. As ate my food, glanced toward Ranma, watching as he hungrily dug into his lunch and savored the hell out of every bite, most likely prepared by Kasumi, making me look in awe and amusement, letting out a small chuckle.

After finishing our meals, we held our hands on our chests once more and at once said, "Gochisosama!", grateful for the food. Afterward, we proceeded toward the school building, back to our classroom as the school bell rang, signaling the end of the lunch period and the start of our next classes.

As our last class came to an end, I glanced through the window and saw the orange-hue sky as the sun began setting. I then went back and started packing my stuff for the day, my classmates doing the same as they slowly began filing out of the room.

Once that was done, I slung my bag and began walking my way home, saying goodbye to both Hiroko and Ranma, earning a wave and cheerful "Goodbye!" from her and the latter, a "See ya, tomorrow!" as I exit the main building, through the school gate along with others students and headed the same path I took this morning.

The way back to my apartment was uneventful, so I took this time to look around and take in my surroundings to pass the time. Halfway through my way home, I'm suddenly caught off guard by multiple new screens appearing before me.

You have unlocked: [BGM]!

Due to having similar Skills, [English Language] and [Japanese Language] have merged to become the [Skill: [Linguist]!

Past experience with [Linguist] has leveled up x26! 1 =} 27

[Linguist] (Passive) Level: 27 - EXP: 0%

Description: Languages divide the people of the world and those who understand two or more are bridges between them. [Linguist] allows the user to learn languages at an accelerated rate and even aids with the sentence structure, syntax and other rules involved on being concisely understood by those you are speaking with.

-Allows you to speak, understand, read and write in various known languages

-Increase speed of learning languages by 1% x Skill Level

Known Languages:

-[Japanese] Level: 2/10

-[English] Level: 2/10

Due to having similar Skills, [ID Create] and [ID Escape] have merged to become the [Skill: [ID Manipulation]!

Past experience with [ID Manipulation] has leveled up! 1 =} 2

You have gave gained [ID: [Zombie]!

[ID Manipulation] (Active) Level: 2 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 20MP

Description: This [Skill] allows the user to create and escape Instant Dungeons. Stronger Instant Dungeons may be created at higher levels.

-[ID Create]

-[ID Escape]

Available Dungeons:

[Empty]

[Slime]

[Zombie]

Oh-hoho, wow! I did not expect this at all, but it does make me wonder why it didn't happen earlier now that I think about it. A bug perhaps, is that even possible? Honestly, it doesn't matter to me now.

What does matter is my newly merged [Skills]. [Linguist] will obviously help me speak and learn new languages and my newly acquired [ID Manipulation] skill is gonna be more efficient for me. Plus, the [Zombie ID] already being unlocked saves a bit more time for me as well.

Anyway, as I continued walking and looked around I stopped as I spotted a store selling sports tools and sportswear. I then decided to enter the store. Why? Simple. I looked around till I found what I was looking for, an aluminum bat. I then went to the clerk and paid ¥2500 before exiting the store with the bat in hand. I looked at my newly bought bat and cast [Observe].

[Aluminum Bat] - ATK: 10/DUR: 35/35

Description: A baseball bat made of aluminum material used for playing the common sport.

Type: Two-handed Club

Rarity: Common

You may be wondering my reason for buying another weapon when I already have the [Brass Knuckles] and [Pocket Knife] from the two delinquents from earlier. That's because I would like a weapon with a much longer range and the bat provides it. Also, because I'm cautious and prefer to be prepared just in case.

Eventually, I made it back to my apartment. I took the key and unlocked the door, entering the place.

I dropped my school bag onto the floor and locked the door as I went and immediately dropped onto my bed. I lay there on the mattress and I stared at the ceiling, thoughts running in my head as I recounted my experiences of my first day here.

From fighting off a couple of thugs and saving a girl to meeting and befriending one of my favorite anime characters. That is on top of changing a certain plot point in the story which may or may not affect future events in the canon. Yeah, that's a lot to take in, especially how crazy all of it is.

However, this gave me some time to think of what to do for the coming days to come, considering the kinds of people I'll have to face sooner or later.

In other words, I need to get strong fast so I don't end up dying and be able to help out Ranma and others who are unable to protect themselves.

I mean, looking back at the series it's crazy to believe that so much shit would happen in the two years Ranma has been here. How has this not been more known by the world at that point?

Unfortunately, I don't know the answer to this and it just boggles my mind a bit. However, that didn't matter right now. This was my life now and I'm not planning on wasting it either. There's also another reason too.

And that reason is Ranma himself. As a character, I've always greatly admired and felt amazed by him ever since I first saw him on my TV screen. He just felt different to me and as I continued watching the rest of the show, my love for the character grew as I witnessed whatever shenanigans he gets into, intentional or not. And even more so, in the manga.

Not only that, him having a curse that turns him into a girl also made for some interesting and unique stories with some laughs along the way. I was amazed at the way he fought and even as a girl he still looked pretty badass. Also, I'd be lying if I said I didn't find Ranma's female form somewhat attractive in some way back when I was younger. But I'm getting off track now, am I?

I got off my bed and immediately got started on fixing dinner for myself. Afterward, I pick up my newly bought [Aluminum Bat, and put it into my [Inventory] before leaving my apartment. I lock the door before heading out to my destination for the night.

It was time to grind!

-Ranma Saotome-

If he were to be honest with himself, Ranma would say he had a somewhat decent first day at Furinkan High, despite some of the crap that happened.

As he and the uncute tomboy walked their way back to the Tendo household where he and his pops were staying at, balancing on top of the steel fence with no trouble at all, he thought back to his time at his new high school and what he had experienced so far.

From witnessing a bunch of the guys after the tomboy's heart and that annoying ass samurai wannabe, Kuno. Why those guys would ever fight over the tomboy, he'd never understand. However, the thing that caught the cursed martial artist interest was some guy named Hiroshi.

When he had first met the guy in that Kami forbid- cursed form and said that he had seen him turn into a girl, Ranma had tensed and tried to play dumb even having to resort to -ugh! acting all cute and girly, but was met with the guy looking amused as he further went on to say he was familiar with magic and was aware of Jusenkyo.

This of course annoyed the cursed boy, thinking that his secret was revealed to the whole school and on his first day no less! But was thankfully assured that it was only him.

At first, he thought he was pretty average, and looked kind of a dork even when he first saw him with his only distinct trait being his white-silver hair. However, when he asked if they could be friends, Ranma had of course felt wary of the guy's request. Especially after having been asked the same by the tomboy yesterday prior before that went sour and downhill later on.

That's what Ranma thought until he saw the seemingly genuine look and smile he gave him -a girl at the time- despite being aware of his condition as he held his hand out to him. Ranma had hesitated at first, but eventually shook his hand nonetheless.

After that, the tomboy came as did the samurai soon after. Ranma had beaten the crap outta the guy for touching his chest earlier and it had felt nice being praised by his new friend Hiroshi.

When lunch came and after dealing with the crowd of students asking about his engagement regarding the tomboy, he was asked by his new friend and classmate to have lunch together. Ranma was surprised but accepted with a smile. They talked a lot on the way to lunch and it felt nice having to talk with a friend. It reminded him of his first friend, Ucchan.

At the end of the day, Ranma had a decent time there, especially the time spent with the guy. Of course, he didn't fully trust him, but deep down he was honestly kinda looking forward to seeing the silver-haired boy again, causing him to form a small yet genuine smile at the thought.

"What are you smiling about?" A voice asked, Ranma frowned as he turned and looked down at the source, his fiance, Akane Tendo, who had a questioning/accusing face.

"None that should concern ya, tomboy," Ranma said as usual towards the girl, causing her to angrily turn her head from his direction and let out a huff.

"Whatever" she huffed as they continued the rest of their way back.

After a while, I made my way to the local park. Here I wandered around for a bit before finding a good enough spot, then I checked around for anybody nearby.

After being sure of being alone I brought up my [Inventory] and took out the [Skill Book] I had gained as a reward from the [Quest] befriending Ranma.

You have acquired the [Skill Book: [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)]. Would you like to learn this [Skill]? Y/N

Pressing 'Y' I watched the book turn into motes of blue light as they entered into my body. I felt the knowledge carried within the book being transferred into my mind.

You have gained the [Skill: [Water Magic]!

[Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: MP Varies

Description: Water Magic is an elemental Caster Magic and Holder Magic that utilizes the element of water. It is a form of Magic revolving around the use of water, which is placed under the user's command for them to employ for various purposes. Depending on its use, the physical properties of water can be manipulated to the user's advantage; large masses of such liquid are shown to possess remarkable force, being usable to inflict blunt damage upon targets by sweeping them away with water. Users can also use water as a means to enhance the power of whatever weapons they may be using in battle.

-Allows the user to generate and manipulate [Water]

Techniques:

[None]

With this, I now have magic that I can use to fight and defend myself whenever needed. All I needed to was make some spells for the thing, which is what I planned to do. I raised my palm in the air, tapping into [ID Manipulation] as began creating my first [Instant Dungeon].

"[ID Manipulation] - [ID Create: Empty]!" I said out loud. As soon I uttered it, I felt the world around me change as everything suddenly became deathly silent. My first Instant Dungeon.

I looked around and saw no one, and the lack of sounds that came with the night made me feel uneasy and creeped out but remained calm as I began my training.

Taking a few deep breaths, I let out a sigh and spoke to myself. "Alright, let's do this..."

I first began with my magic and Mana-related [Skills] starting by practicing my [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)].

I first began by trying to get a feel for using it, bringing both my hands together as I tried conjuring water into my hands. I felt some of my mana being depleted, but not by much as I focused long and hard, managing to slowly form a small ball of water the size of a softball before it immediately burst like a water balloon. However, I wasn't gonna give up!

And so I carried on forward till I got it right. This went on for a while and through only a few trial and error, I finally managed to make a single ball of water, now the size of my fist. But I didn't stop there as I tried experimenting with my newfound magic by moving it around and changing its shape, feeling a small bit of my mana being drained.

Afterward, I look around my surroundings and spot a big tree a fair distance from me. I looked down at the ball of water in my hands as an idea came to mind.

I began by increasing its size, watching as it grew around twice the size of my fist. I then tried making it more compact, making it more dense. I turned in the direction of the tree and brought the water orb forward, aiming it forward. Once certain, I push the spinning orb, launching it toward the tree. I watched stunned and amazed as it hit its mark, punching a pretty big dent into its trunk.

[Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] has leveled up x3! 1 =} 4

A new [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] spell/technique has been created!

-[Water Shot] Cost: 30MP

The user fires a sphere made of water forward, firing it at the target.

Deals magical [Water] damage equal to 150% of (INT x Skill Level)

Nice! My very first spell and it was a success. Rather basic, but does as intended. I then turned back and forth between my hand and the tree once more as another thought came to me.

Recalling a rather basic move from the [Pokémon] series, I extend my hand forward in the direction of the tree once more. I then focused my magic with a small blue magic circle appearing on my open palm before firing a forceful shot of water and hitting the trunk, leaving more damage on its wooden surface.

Due to past experience, a new [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] spell/technique has been created!

-[Water Gun] Cost: 50MP

The user fires a blast of water towards the target from the palm of their hand.

Deals magical [Water] damage equal to 200% of (INT x Skill Level)

Awesome, I managed to create my second spell based on the Pokémon move of the same name. And with that, I felt satisfied and quickly ran up to the tree and took a closer look at the damage done. The trunk was damaged as a big dent was present on its wooden surface from both my second and previous spell.

This will help me in hitting my enemy while at a distance, although just one ranged attack like this won't be enough. Thus I needed more spells, so what did I need? Simple. I categorized the kinds of spells I wanted to create into four types, similar to what Jihan did, Attack, Defense, and Support.

First off, Attacks. I already have [Water Shot] and [Water Gun]. So, I'll need to come up with one more offensive spell, perhaps something with more cutting power like what Juvia did in [Fairy Tail]. Hold on, if I remember correctly then Juvia's magic is actually a variation of [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] simply called... '[Water (Fairy Tail)]'. Yeah, real creative name there, Mashima.

Anyway, what makes '[Water (Fairy Tail)]' special from [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)]? Well... I have no fucking clue! In fact, why aren't they the same thing, I sure thought they were, so how come?! If I had to make the difference between the two, then I guess then here we go.

From what I understand before getting isekai'd into the Ranmaverse, [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] at its core, is pretty basic in that it's classified as both [Caster Magic] and [Holder Magic]. It allows the user to manipulate the water created by and around the user and use it to simply hit enemies like create torrents, tsunamis, strong whirlpools, etc as well as enhance any weapons for more power hence the [Holder Magic] part of it.

[Water (Fairy Tail)] from what I could gather, is purely [Caster Magic]. It focuses more on the [Caster Magic] aspect of [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] and can do much more in that users can manipulate the pressure of water to a great extent and can make them as sharp as real blades like how Juvia does so with her [Water Slicer] spells.

Not only that, but I believe it also allows them to turn their bodies into water far more easily, at least compared to regular [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)], and can even use their liquified form to also act as a medium to cast other water-based spells even altering it's properties, capable of making it reach boiling or cold temperatures. Of course, they can also breathe underwater as well as being able to encase oxygen in spheres for others to breathe, and create domes to contain enemies while depriving them of air knocking them out.

At least that's how I saw it, but if you asked me it would have made more sense to make them the same thing. However, I'll worry about that another time and focus on [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] for now. Man was I getting off topic right there.

Anyway, I tried coming up with some ideas and then remembered something I saw from [Avater: The Last Airbender]. Specifically, a basic water-bending technique I first saw one of the main cast perform and decided to see if I could replicate that sort of technique. I took some steps back from the tree and thought about how to go about making this work.

I brought my hand out and began concentrating on what I desired. I started to conjure water and shape it, forming a long tendril made of water. Seeing this, I pulled back and swung it forward, hitting the tree and leaving a whip-like mark on the trunk. Nice.

I then looked up and spotted one of its branches as I swung it again, latching onto the branch and pulling it back with all the force I could muster, watching it break off and fall to the ground with a thud, and my water tendril losing its form as I finally lost focus.

Due to past experience, a new [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] spell/technique has been created!

-[Water Whip] Cost: 60MP/Min

The user forms whip-like tendrils made up of water to attack foes and latch onto anything.

Deals magical [Water] damage equal to 200% of (INT x Skill Level)

After that, I stopped and took a break as I sat on the grass-filled surface. I then placed my head on my hand as I thought about what to create next. I tried thinking of ideas for any defensive skills I could try and recreate before recalling about three potential shield/barrier moves.

The [Mana Shield] from the original [Gamer] manhwa, the [Water Barrier] spell for my [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)], and the [Energy Shield] technique from [Dragon Ball]. I thought about it for a while but ultimately decided to learn both as having multiple types of shield-based skills may prove beneficial for me.

I could start with [Mana Shield] first. However, I decided to test that for another time. Tomorrow maybe, but for now I'll instead try focusing on coming up with some [Ki-based Skills, specifically more offensive Ki attacks to add to my arsenal.

I first began by attempting to learn possibly one of the most useful techniques; being able to sense Ki. It shouldn't be much of a shock to many as the ability can be very useful both within and outside of combat. I mean being able to sense Ki around me, the Ki signatures of others from a distance to possibly be used to track down specific people, etc. It's too good not to have it!

I started by assuming a meditative position and tried to meditate, crossing my legs and holding my hands together. I closed my eyes and focused on trying to clear my mind. As my mind slowly began becoming more clear with much clarity, I suddenly felt several sensations begin to stir within me, including my MP reserves as I felt some of Mana returning much faster than usual. After a while, I stopped as I felt refreshed. I checked my [Status] to find my MP fully restored before a new notification appeared before me.

Through a special action, you have gained the [Skill: [Meditation]!

[Meditation] (Passive/Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0%

Description: The practice of Meditation has been used as a technique to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm, and stable state and is practiced in numerous religions.

-Passively increases INT and WIS by 1% x Skill Level

-Current HP, SP, MP, KI, and PE Regen increased by 100% when active

-Cannot be activated during combat

Okay. That was unexpected but not an unwelcome one either. I dismissed my [Status] and notification as I meditated once more, using my newly gained [Skill].

As I meditate, I clear my mind of as many thoughts as I can, and with my [Ki Manipulation] skill I try to get a feel for my Ki.

Once I did, I could feel my own Ki in my body, flowing within and throughout within me. It was hard to explain this sensation as I attempted to move that energy around. I slowly began getting used to my Ki as I continued to practice moving around the energy inside my body. This went on for a while.

[Meditation] has leveled up! 1 =} 2

Ignoring that, I then focus on trying to sense the Ki around me. Even though I'm in an [Instant Dungeon], perhaps there might be some Ki energy no matter how little it may be here.

[Meditation] has leveled up! 2 =} 3

Clearing my mind, I began tapping into my [Ki Manipulation] and tried extending it around me as much as I could. Using the feeling of my own Ki as a sort of reference, I tried to feel the Ki within my surroundings. For the first few moments, I felt nothing. But as I continued trying, I began to slowly feel something. I kept trying my hardest and harder as what I felt around me started becoming much clearer, slowly getting the hang of it, before fully grasping what it was.

Through a special action, you have gained the [Skill: [Ki Sense]!

[Ki Sense] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 50KI/Min

Description: [Ki Sense] grants the user the ability to sense the location, life force, and power level of anyone; the stronger and closer the target, the more powerful the sensation.

-Allows the user to sense Ki energy up to 2 Metres (Skill Level x VIT)

-Allows a directional focus to find any particular [Ki].

YES! Finally got it right. I quickly stood up from my meditative position and tried using the new Skill again, I could feel the Ki around me as I tried sensing it within my surroundings.

At first, the Ki in the area felt faint and I couldn't sense it beyond about 16 meters I believe but as I continued practicing my new ability, I could feel the Ki within the area slowly becoming more clear. Although not by much, it was still progress. The feeling felt strange as it felt as if I was opening my eyes for the first time somehow. I could barely sense the energy outside of my own, but I could feel myself growing accustomed to sensing it and this would be proven by the notification that appeared.

[Ki Sense] has leveled up twice! 1 =} 3

I stopped practicing the [Skill] to move on to creating my offensive ki-based skills. I turned back to the tree I had been using and held my hand in its direction. I tried pouring Ki into my hand, feeling some of my energy flow and watched as my hand began glowing a light blue color before firing a small bolt of energy and hitting the trunk of the tree.

Due to a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Ki Blast]!

[Ki Blast] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 10KI

Description: A basic Ki manipulation skill that attacks by emitting a blast of Ki.

-Deals damage of 150% of (VIT x Skill Level)

Afterward, I proceeded to recreate another Ki attack by firing a beam of energy from the tip of my index finger, managing to pierce through the tree.

Critical Hit! x2

Through a special action, you have gained the [Skill: [Finger Beam]!

[Finger Beam] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 60KI

Description: The user holds out their index finger and releases an energy beam from their fingertip. This allows the user to fire precise, focused beams with drilling or penetrative properties.

-Deals drilling or penetrative damage by 250% of Skill Level x VIT

I then thought back to [YuYu Hakusho] and remembered two simple techniques. I'm not sure what may happen if I were to attempt to recreate any of the techniques from the show, but I won't know unless I try. I walked over toward the tree which had now taken a lot of abuse. I began focusing on channeling my energy into my fist as I tried picturing one of the techniques and emulating the feel of my energy. I felt my fist being covered by a blue glow. I pull back and launch my fist forward, punching the bark and leaving a fist-sized dent in its already damaged surface.

Through a special action, you have gained the [Skill: [Spirit Punch]!

[Spirit Punch] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 50KI/Min

Description: The [Spirit Punch] is a simple technique in which the user coats their fist(s) in their Ki energy. The user creates a field of [Reiki/Spirit Energy] that covers the fist to inflict more powerful punches. The resistance of the field can also be used as a shield, serving to defend against projectiles and physical attacks.

Base: [Reiki/Spirit Energy]

-Increases STR by 2% x Skill Level when active

-DEF is equal to 2% x Skill Level when active

-Deals damage equal to 200% of Skill Level x (STR VIT)

Through a special action, you have gained the [Skill: [Spirit Kick]!

[Spirit Kick] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 60KI/Min

Description: The [Spirit Kick] is a basic Ki technique that utilizes [Reiki/Spirit Energy] to surround the foot to increase the power of one's kick. The energy field surrounding the foot can also act as a shield, serving to defend against projectiles and physical attacks.

Base: [Reiki/Spirit Energy]

-Increases STR by 2% x Skill Level when active

-DEF is equal to 2% x Skill Level when active

-Deals damage equal to 250% of Skill Level x (STR VIT)

Wow, it worked and I managed to get two similar yet simple Ki or I guess [Reiki] based skills out of it. As I thought of this, I then vaguely recalled something from a fanfic I once read, two methods of Ki I believe, and began to test if it was possible as I took a great distance from the tree once more.

I started by drawing Ki into my hands as I attempted to solely gather the ambient Ki around me, guiding and channeling as much of it towards me. I concentrated and focused hard as I continued drawing out and channeling the Ki from myself and the surrounding area as much as possibly could.

Once I've gathered enough, I then felt the energies mixing as began to try and maintain the gathered energy, forming a bright ball of energy, before thrusting my hands forward and releasing a big blast of Ki straight forward with fast speed at the direction of the tree. The blast hit and exploded upon impact, causing great damage as I watched the tree fall to the ground and slowly burn in flames.

As for me, I just stood in awe as I gazed at the damage done to the now-fallen tree that I had caused. New messages appeared not long after as I began reading them.

Due to a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Ki Channel Method]!

[Ki Channel Method] (Passive) Level: 1 - EXP: 0%

Description: [Ki Channel Method] allows the user to draw upon and gather the Ki energy around them, putting more energy in their grasp with less strain on the body. When channeling Ki, the user draws upon energy mixed from sources varying between humans, animals, minerals, and everything else within their vicinity. Such energy by nature is chaotic and difficult to control and manipulate.

-Grants the user the ability to gather and manipulate the external [Ki Energy] around them

-Passively increases the damage/effectiveness of [Ki Skills] by 5% x Skill Level when using the [Ki Channel Method]

Due to a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Ki Channel Blast]!

[Ki Channel Blast] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: 100KI

Description: The user channels the [Ki] around them, gathering it all into their palms before releasing it in the form of a large Ki blast attack.

-Requires the [Skill: [Ki Channel Method] to use

-Deals damage equal to 300% of Skill Level x VIT

Okay. This is pretty strong for a Ki blast, my strongest Ki attack even, although it cost a lot of my Ki energy to use. I then bring you [Status], specifically my Ki reserves and it's just as I expected.

Name: Hiroshi Kokoro

Age: 16

Sex: Male

Title: [None]

Class: [Chemist: [0/50] (10/250)

Status: [None]

Affiliation: [None]

Race: [Human]

Occupation: [The Gamer]

Level: 7

Experience: 975/1600EXP

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Stats:

HP: 130/130

SP: 130/130

MP: 425 (10%): 468/468

KI: 350 (10%): 275/385

PE: 425 (10%): 468/468

HP Regen: 26/Min

SP Regen: 26/Min

MP Regen: 32/Min

KI Regen: 28/Min

PE Regen: 32/Min

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PHY. Res: 28

KI Res: 28

MAG. Res: 32

PSY. Res: 32

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STR: 12 (10%) (1%): 13

END: 12 (10%): 13

VIT: 13 (10%): 14

DEX: 13 (1%): 13

INT: 14 (20%) (3%): 17

WIS: 16 (3%): 16

CHA: 12

LUK: 11

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[Affinity: [Lightning: 1]

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Stat Points: 20

Currency: ¥11900

Currently, I can only hold a maximum of 385 KI, and with the cost of the [Ki Channel Blast] which is 100 points worth of Ki. Then I could use it for a total of 3 times and that's only if my Ki reserves are at full Ki reserves, meaning I'll most likely only use this against more powerful opponents.

Speaking of stats, looking at my overall stats I tried to figure out how my stats work and after a while, I began to slowly understand it at least. Curious, I tap on one of my Base Stats, STR, and as expected, I'm shown information on the stat.

STR - Strength. This stat measures the amount of physical strength you possess. It also affects how much you can lift, push, etc.

Learning this, I then do the same for the rest of my base stats and read each of their information.

END - Endurance. This stat governs the maximum amount of Health (HP) and Stamina (SP) you possess. It also affects your HP and SP recovery (HP/SP Regen).

VIT - Vitality. This stat governs the maximum amount of Ki energy (KI) you possess as well as your recovery (KI Regen). This also affects your resistance against physical and Ki-based attacks (PHY/KI Res).

DEX - Dexterity. This stat measures your overall speed, reflexes, reaction time, body awareness, and aptitude for acrobatics and flexibility.

INT - Intelligence. This stat governs your memory, learning speed, and the maximum amount of Mana (MP) and Psychic Energy (PE) you possess.

WIS - Wisdom. This stat governs your ability to make correct decisions, and how you use your knowledge. This also affects your MP and PE Recovery (MP/PE Regen) and your resistance against magic and psychic powers (MAG/PSY Res).

CHA - Charisma. This stat governs your ability to interact and communicate with people, your way with people, and how you appear to people. This also affects your appearance.

LUK - Luck. This stat governs your overall luck which can affect the probability of many things from the rate and quality of [Item Drops, to increasing the chances of [Critical Hits, etc.

Upon reading the info on each of my stats, I now get a more clear understanding of how my stats work... I think.

From what I can tell both my Max. HP and SP amounts are tied solely to my END via 10 x END as it would seem. The amount of KI is gained by multiplying my VIT by 25, my MP and PE is the same as KI but with INT instead of VIT.

Both my Regeneration stats are gained by multiplying their respective stats by 2 with HP/SP Regen tied to END, MP/PE Regen tied to WIS, and KI Regen tied to VIT.

The same goes for my resistance stats with PHY. Res and KI Res are tied to VIT while MAG. Res and PSY. Res with WIS.

As for the bonuses I'm seeing right now, most of them are from all three of my manipulation [Skills] [Mana Manipulation], [Ki Manipulation], [Psychic Energy Manipulation].

The 1% bonuses on both my STR and DEX stats are from my [Hand-to-Hand Combat] skill while the 3% bonuses on INT and WIS definitely stem from my [Meditation] which is currently at Level 3. Looking at my Affinities, I currently only have one that being [Lightning] standing at Level 1.

Curious, I dismiss my [Status] and bring up my [Affinity Menu]. There I found and tapped my [Lightning Affinity] as I began reading its information.

[Lightning Affinity] - [1/100] (0/300)

Description: You are gifted with a natural understanding of the element of Lightning and are adept in using said element, allowing you to have easier control over it.

-Passively increase Lightning [Skills] by 10% x Affinity Level.

-Passively increase EXP for Lightning [Skills] by 25%

Just as I expected, the passive increase of Lightning Skills and the increase for such [Skills] will be very useful in the long run once I get the skills for it.

Now that I think about it, would it be possible for me to get lightning-based magic naturally? Actually, could it be possible? And if so, how do I go about it even?

Pondering this thought, an idea soon came to mind. I looked around, managing to spot another tree as I began walking over to it to test this theory. Once I reached it, I took a few moments to prepare myself.

I closed my eyes and began focusing my magic, using the experience of my [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] as a reference.

I first tried tapping into my [Lightning Affinity] as I searched deep within my being until I felt something. This feeling... it felt electric, like a shock or jolt-like sensation inside me yet it didn't hurt me. It felt strangely nice in a natural way.

I then tried to grasp this sensation, drawing it out as I began trying to conjure lightning in my hands, similar to [Water Magic (Fairy Tail)]. I focused and soon enough I felt something. I opened my eyes as I saw lightning begin to slowly form in my hands. I couldn't believe it actually worked, but it did, and the notification that appeared only confirmed it.

Due to a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)]!

[Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - Cost: MP Varies

Description: [Lightning Magic] is an Elemental Caster Magic and Holder Magic that utilizes the element of lightning. It is a branch of Elemental Magic that utilizes electricity, more specifically, lightning, as a form of offense and defense. Mages who possess the ability to utilize such Magic are able to generate these elements from their bodies, and manipulate them, even shaping their attacks as they wish. Users of Lightning Magic are also capable of utilizing lightning from a distance, such as from the ground near them, or down from the sky. This Elemental Magic is very versatile and can also be imbued into Lacrima. Each Lightning mage can tell if the electricity belongs to their magic.

-Allows the user to generate and manipulate [Lightning]

I looked down in awe as lightning coursed through my hands. Upon seeing this, I soon got another idea as I felt a slight smirk forming on my face.

I turned my attention towards the tree and began focusing lightning into my right hand, forming a fist as lightning covered around it. I cocked my electrified fist and punched the tree leaving quite a bit of damage.

Due to past experience, a new [Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] spell has been created!

-[Lightning Punch] Cost: 60MP

The user throws an electrified or lightning-infused fist at the target.

Deals magical [Lightning] damage equal to 250% of Skill Level x (STR INT)

Awesome. And with that, I have managed to successfully gain a new form of magic as I felt excited at the thought of further using such magic.

I wasted no time and quickly began creating another spell seeing as I still had plenty of Mana left. I then took a few meters away from the tree and brought my hands together as I began conjuring lightning once more. I focused, building up lightning into a single point as I carefully tried to contain it. A yellow magic circle appears before releasing it all, firing a bolt of lightning toward the tree. I watched as the blast of electricity struck and left some of its wooden surface burnt and damaged, but still standing.

Due to past experience, a new [Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] spell has been created!

-[Lightning Bolt] Cost: 80MP

The user fires a strong blast of electricity from the palm of their hand(s) towards their target.

Deals magical [Lightning] damage equal to 300% of Skill Level x INT

Afterward, I stopped and decided to level up my newly acquired [Skills] for the night. Thus, I spent the rest of the night practicing the various spells and techniques I possessed.

I began by spamming my less cost-consuming SP and KI [Skills] such as [Hard Punch], [Spirit Punch], and [Spirit Kick] whilst improving my [Hand-to-Hand Combat] as I took [Meditation] breaks in between each session to quickly recover my SP and KI.

After that, I then focused on improving my [Water Magic] and [Lightning Magic] as well as my proficiency with the [Ki Channel Method] by firing [Ki Blasts] using the surrounding trees as target practice. I also used this time to get a better handle on using the [Ki Channel Blast] technique and my skill in [Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] has improved quite a lot thanks to the 25% EXP bonus from my [Lightning Affinity].

This went on for the rest of the night as I kept trying to improve my [Skills] before calling it a night. I still had school after all but I can safely say that I've improved quite a bit, especially my [Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] and the results show.

Through training and exerting your body, you have gained 2 STR, END, VIT, and DEX!

Your [Lightning Affinity] reached Level 2!

[Hand-to-Hand Combat] has leveled up x3! 1 =} 4

[Hard Punch] has leveled up x5! 1 =} 6

[Water Magic (Fairy Tail)] has leveled up x3! 4 =} 7

[Meditation] has leveled up x5! 3 =} 8

[Ki Sense] has leveled up twice! 3 =} 5

[Ki Blast] has leveled up x6! 1 =} 7

[Spirit Punch] has leveled up x4! 1 =} 5

[Spirit Kick] has leveled up x3! 1 =} 4

[Ki Channel Method] has leveled up x5! 1 =} 6

[Ki Channel Blast] has leveled up x4! 1 =} 5

[Lightning Magic (Fairy Tail)] has leveled up x7! 1 =} 8

I then checked my [Status] and saw how much I've improved. And I was pretty impressed in my opinion.

Name: Hiroshi Kokoro

Age: 16

Sex: Male

Title: [None]

Class: [Chemist: [0/50] (10/250)

Status: [None]

Affiliation: [None]

Race: [Human]

Occupation: [The Gamer]

Level: 7

Experience: 975/1600EXP

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Stats:

HP: 150/150

SP: 150/150

MP: 450 (10%): 495/495

KI: 425 (10%): 468/468

PE: 450 (10%): 495/495

HP Regen: 30/Min

SP Regen: 30/Min

MP Regen: 34/Min

KI Regen: 34/Min

PE Regen: 34/Min

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PHY. Res: 34

KI Res: 34

MAG. Res: 34

PSY. Res: 34

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STR: 14 (10%) (4%): 16

END: 14 (10%): 15

VIT: 15 (10%): 17

DEX: 15 (4%): 16

INT: 14 (20%) (8%): 18

WIS: 16 (8%): 17

CHA: 12

LUK: 11

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[Affinity: [Lightning: 1]

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Stat Points: 20

Currency: ¥11900

Looking at my HP, I decided to put 10 Stat Points to END, making it 26, and bringing both my max HP and SP up to 260. Yep. That seems about right. I then bring my hand up to the air and activate my [ID Manipulation].

"[ID Escape]!"

The surrounding area (which had now looked pretty damaged at the end of my training) started warping itself around me before immediately returning to normal, bringing me back to reality as I once again heard the natural chirping of insects and the sounds of modern vehicles on the streets. After that, I ran back to my apartment.

Once there, I quickly entered and shut the door before dropping face-first into the admittedly soft and comfortable mattress as I rolled around, facing the ceiling feeling mentally tired.

That was honestly the first time I had ever used Magic and Ki. Not only that, but it was certainly quite an exhausting experience which was understandable really considering I have never once pushed myself like that before even in my previous life.

Now I wouldn't call myself an athletic or energetic person. Hell, I may even be called lazy in a way as while I may not have been active like most people, there may have been a reason for that. One of the most likely maybe my lack of motivation in my life... and possibly more.

However, I quickly shook those from my head as recalled back to the rest of my day once more. If all this truly is real and not some highly realistic dream then I truly would be happy. Soon enough, I slowly allowed myself to sleep as I prepared myself for school tomorrow.

I can only wonder about whatever crazy shenanigans may come on my second day here in this crazy new reality of mine...

Tuesday, May 12th, 1987

BEEP!

You have slept in bed, HP/SP/MP/KI/PE has been fully restored!

Opening my eyes, I slowly began waking up for the day. I turn to my Doraemon alarm and slam my hand, turning it off as it read '5:32 AM'.

Seeing the time, I quickly got off the bed and stood up from it, deciding to do a little stretching to get started. Once done, I made my bed and headed straight for my closet, grabbing a set of my Furinkan uniform before making my way toward the bathroom.

Entering, I took off my clothes and dropped them into the laundry. I then entered the shower, turning on the showerhead as warm water rained down on me. I then grabbed a bar of soap and began rubbing it on my bare body, washing myself clean as I calmly enjoyed taking my time doing so.

Afterward, I got out of the shower, grabbed a towel, and dried myself off. I then put on my uniform and went toward the sink where I brushed my teeth and fixed my hair. I smiled a bit, satisfied before leaving the bathroom to get started on making breakfast and my lunch for the day.

Like yesterday, I made an omelette for both breakfast and lunch. Once finished with my omelette, I then prepared my things for the day before heading out for school, making sure to lock the door as I made my way to Furinkan High, taking the same route as before.

As I walked through the morning streets of Nerima, I quietly hummed to myself, unconcerned of my surroundings as I casually went about my way. I no longer had my OPPO smartphone or my older phone on me. Thus, my library of sweet precious music was gone. Hell, some of those songs and albums were even difficult to get. Truly, a great tragedy had befallen me.

Along the way, I of course encountered two small [Quests] that were helping out yet another cat stuck on top of a tree and managing to stop some wandering kid from playing on the road on time with his mother being grateful. And I get rewarded for my troubles and a Level Up as well.

[Quest: [Cat In The Tree] (Complete)

Description: A poor cat got stuck on a tree and can't get down. Won't you help the poor thing down?

Reward: 50EXP, ¥150

[Quest: [No Playing On The Road, Kids!] (Complete)

Description: An elderly woman is having trouble crossing the street, you come to her aid?

Reward: 600EXP, ¥10000

You have leveled up! 7 =} 8

You have gained 5 Stat Points!

Continuing on my path toward Furinkan High, the school gates soon came into view as I drew closer.

As I got closer, I looked up at the square clock face on the main school building displaying the current time which was '7:15 AM'. Seems like I took a little more time getting here than I thought, but it shouldn't be too far to get there I guess. However, just to make sure I made it on time I began running forward.

As I was running straight towards the school gate, I briefly came to a halt as the sudden sound of running footsteps caught my ears. I turned my head around behind me only to spot both Ranma and Akane running in a hurry with the pig-tailed boy quickly taking notice of me first as two of them caught up to me.

"Yo, How's it hanging?" Ranma casually greeted, looking pretty fine as the three of us continued running straight toward the school gates.

"Morning to you too Ranma-san and Tendo-san. yeah, I'm pretty fine. You?" I responded.

"Pretty fine too," Ranma answered. "By the way, you should probably stick with me for a bit." He warned me.

Before I could ask him further, the three of us passed through the school gate and came to a halt as the Hentai Horde began rushing out of the school entrance upon seeing Akane.

Akane as usual gets pissed and begins charging head-first toward the group of lust-filled boys while Ranma took a seat on top of the stone wall to watch the upcoming beatdown. As for me, I still stood there in place as this was happening.

Normally, I don't need to do anything as this situation was a reoccurring thing was normal. However, I just couldn't help but feel like this kind of thing was wrong.

The fact that Akane Tendo, who is still sixteen at this point, has had to fight through this group of boys attacking her for a date every morning at school is just insane.

When I grew up watching this series, I had questioned myself why nobody in the show had ever put a stop to this. I mean the fact that this has been going on for a while until Ranma came in has always baffled me. Why hasn't Kuno or ANY of these guys not been arrested, Kuno especially as he's the one who started all this shit in the first place!

But then I remembered that Kuno and the rest of his family were really rich and would've possibly had connections or paid good-ass lawyers to get away with it scot-free. And seeing as his father is the principal of the school even if he's still in Hawaii I think, then it's possible he could easily do whatever he wants here.

It just pisses me off knowing that and making me hate his character more. Not only that, it made me feel sorry for the girl as I can now understand the source of some of her anger and hatred towards boys because of this. Thus, I decided right there that I wanted to help her consequences be damned.

[Quest: [The Hentai Horde!]

Description: Akane Tendo has been forced to fend off the constant group assaults of her many male admirers every morning thanks to the self-proclaimed Blue Thunder of Furinkan High, Tatewaki Kuno. Would you be willing to help her in need?

Objective 1: Defeat the Hentai Horde (0/45) ]

Objective 2: Defeat Tatewaki Kuno ]

Reward 1: 11250EXP, ¥50000, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Akane Tendo, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Hiroko Sasaki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Asami Nakamura, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Yuka Suzuki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Sayuri Shimizu, Increase Rep with Furinkan High School

Reward 2: 22500EXP, ¥100000, [Skill Book: [Kendo, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Akane Tendo, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Hiroko Sasaki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Asami Nakamura, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Yuka Suzuki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Sayuri Shimizu, Increase Rep with Furinkan High School, Increase Aff/Rep with Ranma Saotome

Failure: Decrease Aff/Rep with Hiroko Sasaki, Decrease Aff/Rep with Asami Nakamura, Decrease Aff/Rep with Yuka Suzuki, Decrease Aff/Rep with Sayuri Shimizu, Decrease Aff/Rep with Akane Tendo, Decrease Reputation with Furinkan High School

Do you accept this [Quest]? Y/N

Without hesitation, I accepted the [Quest] and quickly took the [Aluminum Bat] from my Inventory, making sure nobody noticed. Immediately, I ran forward and headed straight toward the Hentai Horde.

I charged forward, hands firmly held onto my bat as I drew closer before the two sides could meet. I quickly passed by Akane and got in between her and the Hentai Horde, surprising both sides as I stood in front of the group of boys before me.

Before either she or the horde could react, I tightly gripped and immediately swung my bat forward, striking the guy in the head and knocking him out cold. Both the hordes and Akane along with Ranma and the rest of the students watching were shocked but I didn't stop there.

Through a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Club Mastery]!

[Club Mastery] (Passive) Level: 1 - EXP: 25%

Description: Throughout history, clubs have been wielded as weapons by humanity since prehistoric times. Being straightforward, clubs have been used to inflict harm and damage through blunt strikes or blunt-force trauma and have come in many different shapes and forms. [Club Mastery] allows you to wield any kind of club with ease.

-Grants the user the ability to carry a [Club] with ease.

-Passively increases the physical damage with a [Club] by 5% x Skill Level

Ignoring it, I went to the next guy closest to me and swung my bat once more, hitting him in the stomach and then his head, knocking him out and further shocking those witnessing this happening.

However, the Hentai Horde quickly shook out of their shocked states and immediately stared daggers as I felt the sense of bloodlust aimed towards me.

And as they did, vaguely familiar music began to play. Upon hearing this, a smirk began to form on my face as I got ready to fight.

[BGM: [Head-On Conflict - JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: 7th Stand User]

Through a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Detect Bloodlust]!

[Detect Bloodlust] (Passive) Level: 1 - EXP: 0%

Description: An instinctive skill that detects any bloodlust directed at the user. The higher the skill level, the further it can detect any bloodlust or killing intent.

-Allows the user to detect bloodlust up to 5 meters x Skill Level around them

[Detect Bloodlust] has leveled up x15! 1 =} 16

Feeling the bloodlust directed at me, they all began to attack me. I quickly moved out of the way, avoiding a strike of a tennis racket from one of them, but countered with my own right to the face knocked him out.

Two more guys came charging forward, wearing soccer and baseball attire, intent on beating me up. I fought back, swinging my bat and hitting them into submission.

However, three more started coming at me from behind. Unfortunately, before I could act and turn quickly, two of them got close and managed to land two punches behind me.

-14 damage!

HP: 152/280

Immediately, I turned around and swung my bat towards the two and quickly went and took out the third one. I then turned and faced the rest of the horde, who had now surrounded me, as I pointed my aluminum bat toward them.

"What are you waiting for? Come and get me, ya horny bastards!" I shouted, taunting and urging them to come forward as I firmly held onto my bat. And as expected, they came rushing at me from different directions as I stood my ground.

Five guys ran forth as two came close. I immediately swung my bat and managed to strike the first two twice, knocking them out cold.

I then moved out of the way, avoiding a gloved fist and wooden bat from the third and fourth before countering back, striking them into submission. But the fifth one managed to land a kick and punch, catching me off guard and making me drop my bat.

-17 damage!

HP: 118/280

However, I quickly regained focus and struck back with one of my [Skills].

"[Hard Punch]!" The attack struck, hitting his head and knocking him out. But the battle wasn't done yet and so I continued to fight them all off as they kept coming.

With my bat far from reach, I'm now forced to fight unarmed as the rest of the horde continues their assault on me from all sides. I did my best to fight back, punching and kicking all while avoiding as many of their attacks, dodging and maneuvering as much as possible.

-Akane Tendo-

The day had seemed to have started like any other day for the Tendo Heiress of Anything Goes Martial Arts, barring the presence of her current 'fiancee' Ranma, as they ran towards their destination of Furinkan High with a third person running alongside them.

Akane had recognized him as the silver-haired boy from yesterday, Hiroshi Kokoro she recalled. She had at first thought nothing much of him, initially viewing him as average and labeling him like all the other boys in her school. That's what she thought at least.

However, that all changed when he charged straight toward the usual mob of the Hentai Horde as she had done during her time in Furinkan High.

Just as she was about to beat her way through the group of men charging at her, intent on fighting her for the right to date her, she along with the horde were left dumbfounded as the boy ran past her and got right in front of her before he swung an aluminum bat at the closest member's head, knocking him out cold, catching her and the horde off guard.

The horde quickly shook out of their shock and became pissed as they began to attack the silver-haired boy, ganging up on him.

As for Akane herself. She simply stood there shocked as she watched this seemingly random boy fighting alone against the usual horde of pervs with an aluminum bat in hand.

She then turned to her fiance and saw that he too looked quite shocked at what was happening as they continued watching him fight the horde off.

As for how she felt, she isn't really sure how she felt about this. She was at first quite angry that some seemingly random boy was fighting her battle.

But when she caught a glimpse of his face right before the fight she saw an angered expression. Not just any anger but one that felt righteous and was aimed toward the horde as if wanting to deliver punishment upon them. Seeing this made her feel a strange feeling yet felt touching to her. However, she doesn't realize it and feels confused in her heart.

About a few minutes later, I managed to eventually defeat the entire Hentai Horde as I kept fighting them off, punching and kicking my way through while avoiding as many of their attacks as possible.

Utilizing both [Hand-to-Hand Combat] along with a few uses of [Hard Punches] to slowly widdle down each member and had not used any of my Magic and Ki [Skills]. In the end, I won and even got some of my [Skills] to level up as well.

Due to pushing yourself through combat, you have gained 5 STR, END, VIT, and DEX!

[Club Mastery] has leveled up x5! 1 =} 6

[Detect Bloodlust] has leveled up x4! 1 =} 5

[Hand-to-Hand Combat] has leveled up x3! 4 =} 7

[Hard Punch] has leveled up twice! 6 =} 8

I checked myself for scratches and found that my uniform had minor wrinkles and looked a bit dirty, which was easy to fix. I looked around and saw the beaten forms of the members of the Hentai Horde lying on the ground, still moaning and groaning in pain.

I turned to Akane and Ranma, who looked pretty shocked. Akane had a dumbfounded but irritated expression, while Ranma seemed impressed.

I checked around for my aluminum bat. It looked relatively fine, with only a couple of small scratches and a bit of dust on it. I cast a silent [Observe] on it and checked its durability.

[Aluminum Bat] - ATK: 10/DUR: 29/35

Description: A baseball bat made of aluminum material used for playing the common sport. Has been used recently.

Type: Two-handed Club

Rarity: Common

After that, I then brought up my [Status] and checked my current stats.

Name: Hiroshi Kokoro

Age: 16

Sex: Male

Title: [None]

Class: [Chemist: [0/50] (235/250)

Status: [None]

Affiliation: [None]

Race: [Human]

Occupation: [The Gamer, [High School Student (1st Year)]

Level: 8

Experience: 25/3200EXP

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Stats:

HP: 320/330

SP: 189/330

MP: 475 (10%): 523/523

KI: 575 (10%): 633/633

PE: 475 (10%): 523/523

HP Regen: 66/Min

SP Regen: 66/Min

MP Regen: 36/Min

KI Regen: 46/Min

PE Regen: 36/Min

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PHY. Res: 46

KI Res: 46

MAG. Res: 36

PSY. Res: 36

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STR: 20 (10%) (7%): 23

END: 30 (10%): 33

VIT: 21 (10%): 23

DEX: 22 (7%): 24

INT: 15 (20%) (8%): 19

WIS: 17 (8%): 18

CHA: 14

LUK: 14

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[Affinity: [Lightning: 2]

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Stat Points: 15

Currency: ¥22050

Hmm. So far my stats look pretty good still. As I was trying to catch my breath, I was quickly brought out of my thoughts by the sound of footsteps when I turned around to see Akane walking towards me with an irritated expression on her face.

"Hey, what do you think you're doing!" The bluenette demanded, wanting some answers. Upon closer inspection, I took in her appearance. Like yesterday, she wore the short-sleeved female Furinkan High uniform. She had long navy blue hair with a white ribbon tied near the end, brown eyes, and a fair skin tone. Seeing this, I decided to answer her question carefully.

"I was just trying to help out," I answered, facing her as I still held my bat in hand.

"Well forget it, this was my fight, not yours," Akane said. She still looked irritated, likely some of her pride hurt because of me stepping in, but I continued nonetheless.

"I know but still, I just couldn't stand by and watch this kind of thing continue any further. It just made me angry that you have to do this every morning here!" I spoke, letting out my honest feelings about her situation to her, causing her to somewhat be taken aback by my words.

However, before either of us could continue, our conversation was cut short as I quickly shot my hand out, catching an incoming red rose thrown our way as we turned to the source of it. Dropping the flower to the ground.

Lo and behold, there stood the 'Blue Thunder of Furinkan High' himself. He had short dark brown hair and stood tall, wearing his white kendo uniform (kendogi) consisting of a white top and a pair of medium-colored hakama pants with his wooden sword held firmly in his left hand.

"Kuno/Kuno-sempai..." Both I and Akane simultaneously spoke as we stared at Kuno. Akane now sported a much more angry and annoyed expression on her. As for me, I simply narrowed my eyes, glaring at the older boy as I tightened my grip on my aluminum baseball bat upon seeing the guy.

"Akane Tendo, your presence alone is once more a delight to thy eyes..." Kuno began, greeting Akane while seemingly ignoring me.

"And I told you many times before that I'm not interested!" Akane shouted, clearly frustrated with him. However, the older boy remains unfazed as he continues.

"Ah, your words are as sharp as ever, but it is fate that we are destined to walk together no matter what!" Kuno dramatically spoke, not taking no for an answer. However, I wasn't having any of it so I stepped forward and stood in front of Akane.

"She's not interested so leave her alone," I said, facing the older boy before me as I stood my ground.

"And who might you be to be standing so near my beloved tigress, scoundrel?" Kuno asked, his eyes narrowing, pointing his bokken aggressively at me.

"A classmate of hers and I challenge you to a duel!" I said, pointing my bat at him.

"Ha! Such ridiculous words coming from such a pathetic worm." Kuno said as he laughed and mocked me.

"I could say the same for you, Blue Blunder. But then again, you're not much different than all these other perverts here." I responded, hoping to goad him into it and thankfully it did.

"You dare compare me to such a boorish lot! Fine, so be it! I accept your challenge, scoundrel!" Kuno said, feeling insulted as he accepted my challenge. "Ah! But it is the custom to give one's own name first! Very well..."

"My name... is Tatewaki Kuno of Class 2-E. I am the captain of the Kendo Club. I am the undefeated rising star of the high school fencing world. However, my peers refer to me as... The Blue Thunder of Furinkan High!" Kuno confidently proclaimed, his eyes looking down at me as the booming sound of thunder came as he stood there, dramatically facing me.

As for me, I stepped forward before standing a fair distance from him. I stood there, facing him with a determined expression on my face. "My name is Hiroshi Kokoro of Class 1-F! And on behalf of Akane Tendo's well-being, I challenge you to a duel! If I win, you along with the Hentai Horde here will stop pursuing her!"

"Ha! Fine then, Kokoro, but should you lose, you shall become a permanent servant to the Kuno household, serving under me!" Kuno said as he prepared himself to fight.

"Fine by me!" Just as I said that a notification appeared.

[Quest] has been updated!

[Quest: [The Hentai Horde!]

Objective 1: Defeat the Hentai Horde (45/45) [X]

Objective 2: Defeat Tatewaki Kuno ]

Reward: 11250EXP, ¥50000, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Akane Tendo, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Hiroko Sasaki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Asami Nakamura, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Yuka Suzuki, Greatly increase Aff/Rep with Sayuri Shimizu, Increase Rep with Furinkan High School

Failure 1: Decrease Aff/Rep with Hiroko Sasaki, Decrease Aff/Rep with Asami Nakamura, Decrease Aff/Rep with Yuka Suzuki, Decrease Aff/Rep with Sayuri Shimizu, Decrease Aff/Rep with Akane Tendo, Decrease Reputation with Furinkan High School

Failure 2: Become a permanent servant/slave to Tatewaki Kuno

Looking at the updated [Quest], I take a closer look at the newly added second failure should I lose against him. The consequence of losing this fight only further adds to the stakes and pressure.

I can't afford to lose!

-Hiroko Sasaki-

Hiroko Sasaki had felt very worried as she looked down from her classroom. There, she watched as she saw Hiroshi Kokoro, the boy who had saved her yesterday, running head-first into the group of boys whom she, her friends, and the other students had started to refer to as the 'Hentai Horde' with a baseball bat.

She was at first afraid that he may get hurt, but she along with the rest of her classmates watching soon became shocked as he kept fighting against the horde of boys. Even when he lost his bat, he continued to fight them barehanded as she and everyone else watching were left in awe.

"Woah! What's going on?"

"Who is that, guy?"

"Wait isn't he in our class?"

"Hold on, isn't that Kokoro?"

"Holy shit, he's fighting them off!"

She heard her classmates gossiping as they continued fighting the Hentai Horde before defeating them in the end.

"No way he beat the entire horde!"

"Since when did Kokoro learn how to fight like that?"

"Who cares? Did you see the way he beat them?"

"Yeah, he looked kinda cool!"

"And pretty cute too~"

Hiroko felt a pang of jealousy in her heart upon hearing that last one, but couldn't deny that he did look cool fighting the horde.

And she also could lie about him looking a little cute too...

However, she was then brought out of that train of thought as she and the class saw Kuno enter the scene as he always did.

What they didn't expect was for Kokoro himself to confront Kuno and challenge him to a duel, making her and some of her friends more worried for the silver-haired boy.

"Did you hear that?"

"Kokoro just challenged Kuno!"

"Is he crazy?"

Hearing the words of her classmates, she can only pray that he survives this and hopefully win for her friend, Akane's sake. If he could win this, then her friend could finally live her school life in peace.

She then looked at the boy with a worried heart, a determined expression on his face as he stood there facing Kuno.

"I believe in you, so don't lose!" She quietly muttered, cheering him on to win.

As I prepared myself for the fight, I turned to Ranma, who was still watching from atop the school gate's wall. I then returned my attention to Kuno, who was standing a fair distance away in his own stance.

As we stood facing each other, I cast a quick [Observe] on him and read his information.

Name: Tatewaki Kuno

Age: 17

Sex: Male

Title: [Blue Thunder of Furinkan High]

Occupation: [High School Student (2nd Year), [Kendoist]

Level: 20

HP: 380/380

SP: 380/380

Bio: Tatewaki Kuno was born the only son of the principal of Furinkan High as a member of the Kuno family and a second-year high school student. Arrogant and mostly clueless, he is the Captain of the Kendo Club as well as the biggest pervert to all the girls of Furinkan High School, but himself. He harbors an obsessive love for Akane Tendo and upon being rejected, creates a campaign to all the boys interested in defeating her for the right to date her forming the Hentai Horde.

Okay, so he has more health and stamina than me, and he's twelve levels higher too. Also, he may have higher stats than me, if being able to make air pressure strikes strong enough to break concrete stone by rapidly thrusting his bokken is any indication.

'And that was only just the first volume of the manga and season of the anime for goodness sake!'

Despite him being mostly treated as a joke through most of the series, at this point in the story he's still pretty strong compared to someone like me and this is just my second day here!

If I'm going to win this, I need to approach it carefully. Just as I was getting ready to fight, Kuno began speaking.

"Be honored knave. Once I defeat you, you will serve me well. But enough talk, prepare yourself!" Upon saying that, Kuno then quickly ran forward, bokken in hand, as he made the first move.

As the battle began, suddenly a familiar battle music from the [Ranma 1/2] anime started playing.

[BGM: [It All Comes Down To This - Ranma 1/2 OST, Musical Dojo Vol. 2]

Kuno soon got close and swung his bokken forward. Reacting quickly, I brought my bat in front of me, barely managing to block it, and pushed back a bit from the force.

Kuno tried to strike me again, but I saw it coming and barely avoided the attack before countering back, swinging my bat and hitting the side of his waist.

-53 Damage!

Name: Tatewaki Kuno

HP: 327/380

"You dare strike me by my side... scoundrel! You shall pay!" Kuno shouted indignantly, rushing towards me again now enraged.

-15 Reputation with Tatewaki Kuno

He began attacking aggressively as he wildly swung his wooden sword. I began to slowly struggle, getting pushed back as I was barely able to dodge and block as he struck with more force and speed behind his strikes. I'm barely able to keep up due to him being slightly faster than me!

I tried to fight back but he managed to avoid most of my attacks. I kept swinging my bat at him and managed to land a few hits on him, lowering his HP further.

Name: Tatewaki Kuno

HP: 168/380

However, just as I was about to continue my assault on him, he quickly avoided my swings, leaving me open.

"I have you now!" Before I could move out of the way, he swung his bokken and struck me on the chest.

-72 Damage!

HP: 158/330

Fuck! I felt great pain as I clutched a hand to my chest and not only was it taking quite a bit of my HP, but I tried my best to hold it in. Luckily, after a few seconds, the pain soon faded away.

[Physical Endurance] (Passive) Level: 1 - EXP: 0%

Description: Passively increases the user's body durability, reducing damage taken from physical attacks.

-Reduces physical damage by 3%

I ignored and dismissed it. But I quickly brought my bat up and blocked another powerful strike from Kuno as I kept holding my own.

"Not bad. If you yield then perhaps I may consider making you an honorary member of my Kendo Club, training you in the art of Kendo once I defeat you!" Kuno said, his bokken against my bat and slowly pushing me back as I still kept my ground and blocked the wooden sword.

"Like hell, I'll join your damn club!" I retorted, pushing my bat forward with more force against his bokken as we struggled against each other in this test of strength. Eventually, with all the strength I could muster, I was able to push him back.

As I managed to push him back, I used this opportunity and quickly swung my bat aiming it at where his hands were, hitting his hands. Kuno let out a painful shout as I struck one of his hands, causing him to drop his bokken to the ground.

-25 Reputation with Tatewaki Kuno

"GAH! How dare you attack my hands, you dishonorable cur?!" Kuno shouted, enraged and indignant. But ignoring it as I got ready to finish this once and for all.

I tightened the grip on my aluminum bat and with all the strength I could muster, I swung my bat with as much force and struck Kuno right into his face, sending him flying backward before crashing into a nearby tree as his body fell limp and knocked out.

'I did it... I won!' I thought, feeling damn proud of myself as I had fought and won against Kuno, one of my least favorite anime characters. It felt just cathartic to finally beat his ass by my own hands.

Suddenly, I'm then brought back to reality by the following screens appearing in front of me.

Through a special action, you have gained [Skill: [Power Strike]!

[Power Strike] (Active) Level: 1 - EXP: 0% - 50SP

Description: Allows the user wielding a weapon to strike the target with strong force.

-Requires [Weapon] to use

-Deals 300% of (STR x Skill Level) physical damage on the target.

-Increases the chance of Critical Hits by 5%

[Quest: [The Hentai Horde!] (Complete!)

Objective: Defeat the Hentai Horde (45/45) [X]

Bonus Objective: Defeat Tatewaki Kuno [X]

Failure 2: Become a permanent servant/slave to Tatewaki Kuno

You have gained 33750EXP!

You have leveled up 3x! 8 =} 11

You have gained 15 Stat Points!

[Chemist] has leveled up! [1/50]

You have gained 2 END, INT, and WIS

[Club Master] has leveled up x5! 6 =} 11

10 Affection and 20 Reputation with Akane Tendo

25 Affection and Reputation with Hiroko Sasaki (harbors a small crush for you)

15 Affection and Reputation with Asami Nakamura

15 Affection and Reputation with Yuka Suzuki

15 Affection and Reputation with Sayuri Shimizu

15 Reputation with Furinkan High School

10 Reputation with Ranma Saotome

Rewards:

¥150000

[Skill Book: [Kendo]

I looked around and saw the looks of shock and awe on both Ranma and Akane's faces, along with the shocked and awestruck expressions of the other students who had witnessed the fight, including a few members of the Hentai Horde who were now conscious. But I honestly didn't care at the moment.

My actions here today will most likely have consequences for me in the future. But for now, I proudly stood tall and held my head up high, knowing that I had at least tried to make a difference in my new life here.

Here in this insane yet wonderful world I now live in and whatever awaits me in the future...

Well, all I can do is prepare for it as every day is a new adventure. And no matter how big or small it may be, it will always be our own experience in the end...

All I can think is what challenge I'll have to overcome next?

To be continued

Ending Song: Let's Keep It Friends! - Kaori Sakagami

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