Chapter 72: Beacon Academy (6)
Chapter 72: Beacon Academy (6)
~Jack POV~
"Hiyah!"
*BAM*
"Nononono! The form is wrong!"
Sigh…
Another day and another time correcting my fighting form inside my <Image Training> I have myself fight against myself using <Via Sun> to get a better understanding of it and increase my other skills.
This is one reason why I hardly use any other skills.
The reason is I need it perfected to what I wanted or to use it in my everyday life because all of these skills are good but without me actually using them…
It might as well be dead weight because if I don't how to handle a skill properly then it's practically useless in combat because I don't know how to properly wield it.
I mean I did ask Pyrrha how to use her <Polarity> whenever we have free time and even asked Ruby, Blake, and Weiss about their respective semblances on how to use them when they have the time of course.
Although I haven't gone around to ask Glynda about her <Telekinesis> yet it was more so due to the fact that I was pretty occupied catching up with the rest of the students here in Beacon Academy.
And I might have slacked off a bit considering I was back to a semi-normal routine of going to college again in my previous world…
Eh… not my brightest moment considering that I wanted a normal life but… when life gives you an isekaied adventure you just shut up and get your ass ready to be anal fucked to a new world with no consent.
But… I did get some decent items to restock my potions but also got some so-so items.
It's the good and bad kind of items.
It was not all bad I managed to get some cool items from my time gathering items and restocking on some potions but also got these two items which are powerful but incredibly useless while in Vale.
Their descriptions said so holding the items in my hands.
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Item: Razor Edge
Description: It is a large glowing magical broadsword with an elaborate hilt similar to a normal weapon. The handle is covered in a gold-like material and the blade is teal-green colored.
This magical sword is one of the five treasures of the First Generation of the Human of one of their now-destroyed Kingdoms. It is a national treasure given only to the Kingdom's strongest warrior.
Razor Edge is a magically sharpened sword with the ability to slice through armor like paper. However, according to Solomon the Mage of Magic of the First-Generation analysis, its sharpness is just one of its abilities.
Solomon discovered that Razor Edge was blessed by the Fountain of Light the domain of The Brother of Light granting more damage against Grimm. It also leaves a large radiate magic beacon to others.
-The unique ability <Sharpness> the ability to cut through all defenses.
-Extra Light Damage to Grimm 100%.
Item: Arc's Ring
Description: A silver ring with an emerald embedded within it. The silver seems to form two dragon claws on either side, in order to hold the emerald in place.
This item was created by one of the great Mages by the name of Merlin the Great of the First Generation of Humans as this Ring will grant the user incredible power to enhance themselves to those who wear this ring used to belong to King Arc Arthur of the First Generation as well as Salem remaining Family Relics to her.
Described by Merlin the Great this item allows the user to exceed, the realms of humanity when the ring is activated in combat, it could help to temporarily increase the user's stats/abilities. It radiates magic in the surrounding area.
-Allows +50 Stats to all including LUCK.
-Temporary raises all skills effects by 20% while equipped.
-Only activates during Combat.
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Yeah… not handing the ring to no one but the effects are not bad…
The only issue is…
They radiate magic...
Uncontrollably I might add as this is the main issue and I can't use that in the open with mister Wizard of Oz outside, so they are staying inside my <Deep Pockets> for a while.
Now then… I think I should finish up my Daily Quest in the void that is my <Image Training> then finish up my sit-ups in the real world.
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And….
Done!
[Quest Completed]
[Please choose the following rewards:
-Reward #1: Status Recovery
-Reward #2: Stat Points +3
-Reward #3: Random Item Box]
[Ding!]
[You have received +3 bonus stats!]
Status.
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Name: Jack Nights
Class: The Gamer
Race: Human
Title: None
Level: 25 Exp: 0/200%
HP: 2500/2500
AP: 3000/3000
STR: 90
AGI: 60
VIT: 50
INT: 60
WIS: 50
LUCK: 40
Stat Points: 0-> 3
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Ah…
Back to grind it is for the day.
When I was done with this workout for daily missions I began to get up as I try my luck going to Vale for today to get myself a decent weapon for the day.
Waking up and leaving a text message to my teammate I began to hurry ahead to leave for the weapons store in Vale but when I left that was till I saw the leader of Team RWBY Ruby leaving out as I seem to have caught her at a bad time.
We both looked at each as Ruby was the first to respond somewhat surprised as she was the first to begin the conversation, "Oh! Jack didn't expect to see you after you finished your workout today. Where you are going?"
Replying to Ruby's words with a shrug off my shoulders I talked back in a light manner, "Oh going to Vale. Been over time but I'm about to go get a new weapon. So, what about you though heading off this early?"
Now that I have asked my question Ruby was bashfully shy at this as she told me what she plans to do, "Same as you. Been meaning to head to Vale soon to resupply on Dust after we finally choose what mission to go on. My Dust ammo was on the low side so I need to resupply for my Crescent Rose as well as some alone time."
Nodding in understanding I next provoke the next idea as we both began to walk down the halls with the intent to leave, "In that case how about we both go? Seems better to have some company around anyway if you want of course."
Ruby simply nodded at this cutely as we both began to leave in the morning.
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*THUD*
Landing down from the Bullhead as we both got dropped off down to the ground level we finally arrived at Vale City. I still can't get enough of this place is real.
Sure I made peace when I first got to this world for the few times I have been here by myself in the forest but it still feels unreal at times.
"Jack!"
Hearing Ruby's voice I turned around as we both began to go towards our destinations while we walk, "So where do you want to go too first? We could get my Dust bullets or check you out a new weapon?"
Pausing to think for a bit I thought about letting Ruby get her Dust Bullet first as I nodded with agreement, "Sure. We can get your Dust Bullets first for your sniper rounds. Then we can get a quick bite before getting to my weapons. Sounds right to you?"
She immediately nodded as we went our ways for the day.
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*Chomp*
*Gulp*
It took some time for Ruby to get her rounds, but we finally did what she wanted for the day till we finally reached a café to have ourselves a quick breakfast to eat since we had called the Bullhead in the morning.
I was having a simple chocolate muffin along with my strawberry shake while Ruby ordered some cookies along with some milk as we ate our early pleasures.
*Crunch*
Crunching down on her cookies Ruby suddenly asked me a question with some amusement in her voice, "Hahaha… I can't believe you challenged Neptune to fight using water guns knowing his family semblance controlling water. It was really funny seeing the reaction of the whole thing that my sis Yang laughed uncontrollably."
Laughing lightly at that yesterday about poor Neptune and a scolding from Sun of all people I replied to her with an upbeat tone, "Hahaha. Yeah, it was pretty funny. Although I was hoping for a challenge not… not whatever that was."
At this Ruby snorted in amusement of that as she began to give me a small detail about her friend's reaction to the spar, she spoke out, "Yeah. Weiss even had a crush of sorts when she saw first saw Neptune with his flirting. But that died soon after revealing his scared of water for a family that uses Water Manipulation. It even irked Weiss to dislike him because he wasn't trying to fight his fear or conquer it."
Oh?
Hearing this I asked Ruby with some amusement in my voice about her liking Neptune down because of my actions, "Oh? So, does that mean Weiss no longer has a crush on Neptune anymore?"
Nodding her head in agreement as explained to me why in the most direct way possible for someone as innocent as her, "If a man can't even fight for or protect his friends because of his fear or doesn't bother trying to face it isn't worth a man paying attention towards. That was her exact words. Although I do think Neptune is a nice guy though just… well… Yang told me to not interact with him much."
Ouch.
I may have soured Neptune's relationship with some team members, but the skill was worth it as I got a good grasp on it using <Image Training>.
Still, we talked more about subjects involving our teams, days, and kinks we have to deal with being burdened with the titles of leaders on us.
But this has been a pleasant company to be with that is for certain.
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Later when we finished eating Ruby suggested I go to this weapon shop where she got the parts to create her own Crescent Rose as she leads me inside the door, "Here Jack. I know the owner here he'll be able to give you a good discount! Hey Roy!"
Entering the place I see the store having multiple stuff inside I see thus Roy coming out as a burly dude with a beard that demands respect his eye was covered by an eyepatch as he looks at me and then towards Ruby with a smile on his face, "Ha! If it ain't the Iron Fist kid Ruby. How are the parts I lent you doing? Made a great weapon like your mother!"
Stepping a step back I didn't realize he was a close friend of Ruby, nor had I heard of him.
But with the quick mention of The Iron Fist, he must be assuming of Tai. He must be a friend or ally of sorts.
Ruby began to look at me and explain in a happy tone introducing me to this Roy character, "Roy here used to be a Huntsman in a rival team with my mom and dad during their time in Beacon. They used to be in teams during co-op missions. I met Roy when my dad introduced me to him for parts for my weapon."
Turning my head towards Roy with genuine surprise he laughed it off as he replied to Ruby's response as he spoke in a hardy voice, "Ha! You forget to mention retired Huntsman now. Now I'm Roy Metal the blacksmith and weapons expert of Vale. Now then who are you boy?"
Remaining calm I began to introduce myself to Roy who seems to be Tai's friend in a calm manner, "Ahem! Sorry about that where are my manners? The name is Jack Nights. I'm the leader of Team JNPR and a student at Beacon Academy. Nice to meet you, Roy."
Roy on the other hand looks at me closer with his one eye squinting at me before relenting and giving me a smirk as he spoke, "Aye. At least this boy is respectful. Now then. Ahem! What can Roy Metal Workshop do for you today Nights?"
Smiling seeing how the conversation is going I replied to him what I needed with an embarrassed smile on my face, "I need a weapon. Been fighting with my bare fist for a while and I needed an update. I'm more of a brawler but a sword with a gun function would do as well sir. Maybe a knuckle duster while I'm at it."
That was when Roy began to place his hand on his chin as he spoke to me, "Hmm… sounds doable but I would need the materials needed for it. Got any steel or metals you have? Dust perhaps?"
Grinning at this I open my hands as I activated <Deep Pockets> letting out a bunch of stolen weapons thanks to the White Fang.
Ruby yelped in surprise as Roy look shocked in his eye while I explain to them both in a cheerful tone, "Why yes, I do actually. Thanks to some events and helping a friend out I got these weapons. They are just paperweight to me but I thought I could use this to reforge myself a different weapon for myself."
Proving my point I activated my <Polarity> skill as all the metals soon have a black color aura tinting them as I bend them with ease causing Roy to smile at this, "Aye. This will do my boy. This will do nicely I'll pay extra for any spare metal to sell. And those Dust Shells can be extracted from their Dust so we can start the coating process. Any element you prefer for your weapon or do ya prefer a cannon function for those Dust shells?"
Smirking a bit, I could see that I have a few ideas on how to build this weapon.