Chapter 411 - My SI Stash #11 - Optimistic Game by Mirlnir (RWBY) (1/2)
-Da 43rd gamer is clearly blessed by the RNG Gacha Gods/
Synopsis: ???
Rated: M
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Posted on: forum.questionablequesting.com/threads/optimistic-game.12817/ (Mirlnir)
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Chapter 1
This is a bad idea. A very bad idea.
How so?
What if he rises up to power?
No one can be my equal, Game. We both know that.
True, but he can give you trouble once strong enough. And you're not letting just anyone reincarnate, but one with a good alignment.
They annoy me greatly
Are they? I find them quite amusing. Definitely more entertaining than evil ones.
What about the previous 41 Gamers?
Oh, those assholes were arrogant and got killed. I simply did them a favor by not torturing them. Besides, I have a good feeling about this one.
...I hope you know what you're doing.
Trust me; I do.
Query... Why did you meddle with his system? You made his... Weaker in ways yet stronger in others.
I got bored. I wanted new things. That's all.
...He can't travel to other worlds until he finishes each of them.
Indeed. And his first world is a low-level one, so he'll be fine.
...What will you do if he does reach a level that threatens you?
We'll get to that if he does. He's still hundreds of thousands of years away.
...If you say so.
Man, it's so dark in here. Where am I anyway? I can't remember anything really. Well, that's a lie. I remember... a good chunk of my life, but not what happened to cause this endlessly stretched darkness.
Am I dead? Pfft, what a stupid thought.
Maybe someone knocked me out? Is that why I don't remember my name? Oh god, did I lose my memories? But why would I remember almost everything? I mean, does this even happen? I'm not an expert on psychology, but isn't this a bit weird?
You're asking a lot of questions.
Am I? I mean, they are definitely-
...
So... who am I talking to?
The Game.
That... Doesn't exactly tell much.
It doesn't have to.
...So are you like, God?
Why would you think that?
I mean... I'm dead, aren't I?
You are.
Well shit. Goddamn it, I wanted to at least age to 60 before that. Hey, God-
I am not God.
I've been a good guy, haven't I? I always help old ladies to cross the roads and get cats down from trees, can I have another chance? Or am I going to heaven? If that's the case, then I think dying is fine.
...You know, I thought you would at least show a bit of regret about losing your life.
Eh, shit happens and now I'm dead. I mean, granted, I had a lot of stuff I wanted to do, but I can't exactly complain and whine, considering I'm f.u.c.k.i.n.g dead. Besides, I lived a good life... I think.
...You had a lot of things to do.
Yeah yeah, I get that a lot, so where am I going? Heaven or hell? Please not hell. You know I always believed in you, right?
Reincarnation.
...Wait, wait, really? I was honestly joking
As a Gamer.
...P-pardon?
You are the 43rd Gamer. Congratulations.
Perks gained
[Gamer's Mind]
Your mind will calm itself down when needed.
You are immune to psychological attacks.
[Gamer's Body]
Your body will behave like that of an RPG character.
Does not regenerate your limbs and you are not immune to scaring.
Skill gained
[Observe]
Gain a bit of information about the target
Oh my god, YOU ARE ACTUALLY SERIOUS?!
Now then-
YES! HOLY SHIT I'M GONNA BECOME AN ISEKAI PROTAGONIST! THANK GOD I DIED!
Shut up.
HAHA!
Now, since a certain someone changed how your system behaves, instead of choosing a class, you'll choose four mastery skills that will grow with you. Two offense, one defense, and production.
Choose wisely.
[Melee]
Sword Mastery
Dagger Mastery
Martial Art Mastery
Axe Mastery
Spear Mastery
Scythe Mastery
Mace Mastery
[Magic]
Fire Mastery
Wind Mastery
Water Mastery
Earth Mastery
[Ranged]
Bow Mastery
Crossbow Mastery
Gun Mastery
[Armor]
Light-Armor Mastery
Medium-Armor Mastery
Heavy-Armor Mastery
Shield Mastery
[Production]
Engineer
Alchemist
Enchanter
Blacksmith
Runesmith
So many to choose from...
First, I'm obviously choosing swords. I mean, how many legendary swords are out there? Excalibur? Muramasa? If I get my hands on one of them, then I basically win.
Mastery Skill gained
[Sword Mastery] (LV 0/100)
Your skill in the sword is that of a novice
Increase sword damage by 1%
Alright, so magic.
...
...
...
F.U.C.K.I.N.G MAGIC!
Oh my god, I can use magic?! How cool is that?! It's any boy's dream to shoot fire out of their hands! Sucks there's no Ice magic though, I mean, I could freeze time as Esdeath did!
2 Reputation with ? [2/100]
Huh?
Don't worry about it.
Oh, well, okay.
If it's no ice magic then Fire. It's the next best thing after all.
Mastery Skill gained
[Fire Magic Mastery] (LV 1/100)
Your skill in fire magic is that of a novice
Increase fire damage by 1%
Skill gained
[Fireball] (LV 1/10)
Throw a fireball that deals 50 fire damage
Costs 25 MP
Armor... in games like Skyrim, I usually take Heavy Armor and play a paladin-like class, but this isn't Skyrim, and I think dodging shit is better than absorbing damage. It'd definitely hurt less...
[Light-Armor Mastery] (LV 1/100)
Your skill in light-armor is that of a novice
Increase light-armor effectiveness by 1%
And finally production... I'll admit, all of them are useful on their own. With Engineer, you could make a lot of useful gadgets. Jetpacks, plasma rifles, and probably an Ironman suit, but Alchemists could probably save a lot of lives, and they're much easier to produce...
Enchanter is amazing as well. I could probably make a legendary weapon if I'm skilled enough... Same with Blacksmith and Runesmith though...
...I probably should choose Alchemist. I could fix a lot of problems with it. I could one day maybe cure any terminal illnesses, Like cancer or AIDS. Who wouldn't want to do that?
Also, money.
Lots and lots of money.
[Alchemy] (LV 1/100)
Your skill in alchemy is that of a novice
Increases potion effectiveness by 1%
Finally done. Now choose your race.
[Human] [?]
And the question mark is...?
Who knows. Care to take a risk?
...You know, when I played FGO, I got three five stars in a row once... So I have faith in the Gacha Gods.
Question Mark!
[Human/? Hybrid]
A perfect breed between a human and a ?
Your mastery skills gain 10% more EXP
Your ? side gives you double gain in STR and VIT. You start with 50 CHA
Discover your heritage to unlock more of its powers.
Okay, okay. At least I am not a goblin or something. A part of me almost regretted choosing it.
And a 50 charisma right off the bat? That's definitely not a goblin.
One more thing before you go. You have the option of getting three perks for a single flaw that will haunt you for a long time. Would you like to try?
Three for one? That seems... Incredibly unbalanced.
I don't want you to be telling me that.
Um, okay. I guess I'll do it.
Perks gained
[Blessing of the Fire God]
Fire spells deal x2 damage and cost 50% less
Fire will bend to your will, as you control what is burned and what is spared
You can change the color of your flames to whatever suits your taste
[Haki]
You have the ability to use the three Haki powers.
[Chaos Conversion]
Receive a progressive boost to your movement speed for each point of mana spent and receive a progressive boost to your physical damage for each point of fire damage done.
0.1% Movement speed boost per mana point spent.
0.1% Physical damage buff per point of fire damage dealt.
Movement speed boost and physical damage buff cap at x2.0 (200% increase)
Dissipates after leaving combat.
Skills gained
[Haki: Armament] (LV 0/10)
Coat your skin in tough armor, strengthening your defense, and increasing your striking power. You are able to his intangible beings with this active
Increases your DEF by 0. Increases by 50 for every level
Increases your Hand-to-Hand damage by 0%. Increases by 10% for every level
Requires 50 STR for every level
[Haki: Observation] (LV 0/10)
You have a powerful sixth sense, making you aware of attacks before they even happen.
Requires 50 DEX for every level
[Haki: Conquerer's] (LV 1/10)
Impose your will on others, intimidating them to the point of freezing in fear or outright knocking them out.
Requires 50 CHA for every level
Flaw gained
[Battle Manaic]
You live to fight, and you'll do anything for a good one.
HAKI! YEAH!
F.u.c.k, I've always wanted to knock out others with a glare.
OH! Am I going to One Piece?! If that's the case, then f.u.c.k Luffy! I'll become the Pirate King!
You don't seem to be very worried about your flaw.
Eh, I can handle it. I have Gamer's Mind to help me out.
...Very well.
So, where am I going?
You'll know when you get there. I take it you're ready?
Yup! Beam me up, Scotty!
...I have no idea what she saw in you.
What?
You will be reincarnated in 5
Wait, hold up, what do you mean she?
4
Uh, God?
3
Yeah, okay, fine. Don't respond, that's cool.
2
1
My eyes shoot wide open as I gasp. That... Wasn't very pleasant, holy crap.
I take a quick glance around the area, thick dark bushes and huge trees surround the place. Slowly getting on my feet, I get a feel of my face.
...Yeah, I definitely look different. Too bad there's no mirror around.
...Er, I think I look different? I... can't seem to remember what I look like. Oh well.
So, where are am I? It's a forest obviously, but what world? Is it a place I know? Hopefully.
I should walk around. Maybe I could find something that will lead me to a nearby town or something.