Towers of Babel

In the year 2030, a mysterious event shook the world as we knew it. Seven immense towers emerged from the ground in different regions of the globe, each one rising hundreds of kilometers high. These colossal structures, known as the "Towers of Babel," seemed to come from another world. One in North America, one in South America, two in Africa, two in Europe, and three in Asia. Their enigmatic appearance intrigued all of humanity.

As soon as the Towers of Babel appeared, courageous individuals hungry for power and adventure set out to explore them. To their great surprise, those who dared to enter inside were rewarded with extraordinary powers, abilities that defied human comprehension. Some acquired the gift of launching fireballs, others could fly or possess superhuman speed. It was as if these towers bestowed supernatural abilities upon those who dared to challenge them.

Among these daring adventurers was a young man named Arthur Diamond . At just 20 years old, he had led an ordinary life, but the existence of these mysterious towers ignited his imagination. As he gazed at the sky from his small room's window, he dreamed of glory, wealth, and power.

Orphaned from birth, Arthur had been taken in by a kind family who cared for him as if he were their own child. He grew up with deep gratitude towards them and considered himself fortunate to have found a loving home. However, the mystery of his origins and the absence of his biological parents still left a void in his heart.

As he grew up, Arthur faced challenges that went beyond the emotional turmoil linked to his past. Despite his will to succeed, he struggled to excel in his studies and activities. His abilities seemed limited, and he was often subjected to ridicule from his peers, who would call him a "failure."

Nevertheless, Arthur refused to be discouraged by the difficulties. He possessed exceptional resilience and determination, holding on to the hope that something extraordinary awaited him. He wanted to prove that he was more than just an ordinary young man and that he was capable of making a difference in this enigmatic world.

One day, a special television program broadcasted extraordinary news: the mysterious Towers of Babel had appeared in the world. As information spread, excitement and fascination swelled in Arthur's heart. These towers seemed to offer a unique chance to transcend his ordinary existence and achieve unimaginable feats.

In the Towers of Babel, Arthur saw an opportunity to find his place in the world, to surpass himself, and become a hero, not just for others but also for himself and those who had supported him throughout his life. The prospect of obtaining extraordinary powers and proving his worth captivated him entirely.

Arthur set a clear goal for himself: to climb the floors of the Towers of Babel, discover his hidden powers, and, in doing so, find meaning in his life. He wanted every mocking look to transform into admiration, and every past failure to become a stepping stone to success.

One day, Arthur decided it was time to brave the unknown and try his luck in one of the Towers of Babel. With his heart pounding, he made his way to the nearest tower in his region. Anxiety grew within him as he approached the monumental entrance of the tower. Yet, he was determined to gain powers and reveal himself to the world.

But before venturing inside the Tower, an important formality awaited him. Anyone entering a Tower of Babel was required to inform the World Organization for the Regulation of Superhumans of their intention to awaken their powers. It was a mandatory procedure to maintain order and safety in the world.

He approached a young woman, charming and gentle in appearance, responsible for recording the data of all visitors. Despite his desire to appear calm and confident, Arthur couldn't help but feel embarrassed in her presence. In a hesitant voice, he declared, "My name is Arthur, I'm 20 years old, and I've come to declare my intention to awaken my powers to the World Organization for the Regulation of Superhumans."

The young woman smiled and engaged in a small talk to reassure him. However, Arthur was too preoccupied with what awaited him inside the tower to engage in smooth conversation. He responded with monosyllables, trying hard to keep his composure.

The lady said, "We give all newcomers a weapon of their choice, a 3-day food supply and even survival gear".

"Have you got them back, Monsieur Arthur?" Said the young lady.

"Not yet, where can I get them back?" Arthur

"All you have to do is go to the weapons depot and say you'd like to receive your beginner's rucksack" Said the young lady.

"OK, thanks for everything, I'll be going straight away" Arthur.

"Good luck, I sincerely hope you survive, many people die in towers, the survival rate for beginners is only 48%" said the young lady.

"I'll survive, I'm not the strongest but I'm hard to kill" Said Arthur with a smile.

"My name is Charlotte, if you survive I'll be your assistant so do whatever it takes to survive Arthur" Said Charlotte in a gentle voice.

Arthur said nothing, just smiled a little embarrassed, and ran off to the weapons depot.

Before entering, he had to wait a few hours for other people to pass before him.

Once there, an old man asked him to hand over a full rucksack, and he asked him which weapons he wanted.

Arthur asked for a sharp sword, and the old man gave him what he wanted.

"Only weapons from the Tower of Babel are effective against the creatures that live there, so don't even think about using weapons from our world or you'll die" said the old man in a serious tone.

"I know, I'll be careful" replied Arthur, looking into his eyes.

"Good luck kid" said the old man.

Arthur hurried into the tower's entrance hall

Once inside, he concentrated for a few moments, and a menu window appeared before him, revealing his statistics and newly acquired power:

Name: Arthur Diamond

Age: 20

Strength: 6

Body: 5

Intelligence: 9

Talent: 2

Mana: 8

Mana Resistance: 7

Mental Resistance: 16

Power - Soul Transfer LVL 1: Allows the user to transfer their soul into another body.

Usage Condition: The body must have been dead for a maximum of 30 minutes.

Usage Cooldown: Once every 24 hours.

These numbers troubled him. Compared to the world average, he was below average in almost every aspect, except for slightly higher mental resistance.

Suddenly, he realised the strange power that had been bestowed upon him. He had the ability to transfer his soul into a recently deceased body, a gift as unexpected as it was unusual.

Shaken by this discovery, Arthur began to contemplate how to best use his powers. He felt a newfound responsibility and dreaded the challenges that awaited him inside the tower.

Driven by curiosity and the determination to surpass himself, he prepared to climb the floors of the Tower of Babel, unaware of what awaited him in the upper levels. Excitement and apprehension mixed within him as he stepped into the first stage of this mystical tower.

Arthur was determined to unravel the mysteries of this tower and discover the true limits of his powers.

"I'll reach the top of the tower."