Chapter 1 - The Unknown

Adrian woke up to the sound of birds chirping and leaves rustling. He opened his eyes and found himself lying on the soft ground of a forest. He sat up, rubbing his head as he tried to remember how he got there.

"Where, I am"

He asked a simple question that any person sane would ask to himself.

Second, he asked, information about his situation starting to fill his mind. "System !", "Different World", "Magic, everything start to make sense to him.

"I do not understand, I was at home, eating my chicken and drinking beer, and here I am !"

Adrian shook his head and then his attention distracted by the environment itself.

As he looked around, he saw tall trees stretching up towards the sky, their branches reaching out to each other to form a canopy overhead. Sunlight peeked through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

Adrian noticed a small stream nearby, its crystal-clear water flowing peacefully over smooth rocks. He walked over to it and cupped his hands, taking a refreshing sip of water and splashing some water to his face. Feeling the coldness of the water, he starts to understand that he is not in some sort of a dream.

"I have a water source here, and this place seems good enough for me."

Adrian commented in his mind. At least, he is not going to die from dehydration.

He looked around once more, taking in the sights and sounds of the forest. He saw wildflowers in bloom, their vibrant colors standing out against the green foliage. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and fresh earth.

As he walked deeper into the forest, he heard the chirping of crickets and the croaking of frogs. He saw small animals darting through the underbrush, scampering up trees, and chattering to each other.

Adrian took a deep breath and whispered.

"So, I am not sure what kind of situation I am in, but I shall adapt."

Adrian did not know but he felt confident and powerful. He believed that the voice that filled himself about the information of the world, the system and everything must gave him something.

The thing he got must be the reason that he is not feeling too strange.

After thinking, he whispered.

"Open Status"

With Adrian words, a status screen appears in front of his eyes, displaying information about himself.

"Adrian"

"Level 1"

"Otherworldy Being"

"Physical Power—2.0" (1.0 Ordinary Human)"

"Soul Power (5.0) (1.0 Ordinary Human)"

3.0 Wisdom (Soul Power Regeneration—3.0 = 3.0 Soul Power Regeneration Per Day)

(Skill Points: 0)

"Abilities"

Create a Puppet (Level 1) (Can make puppets that work, take orders, and do simple tasks.)

(Level 1) (Can only create puppets made up of wood; each puppet consumes 1 soul energy)

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Lord (Level 1) (intimidation and leadership 10% increased)

Adrian closed his eyes a little and whispered.

"I need to start working"

He then whispered again, this time using his soul power in his whisper.

"Create Puppets"

Each puppet was different, reflecting the unique characteristics of the trees they were created from. The first puppet was made from a tall oak tree, whose branches were twisted and knotted to form arms and legs. The second puppet was crafted from a supple birch tree, its smooth bark forming a delicate body.

The third puppet was made from a sturdy pine tree, its needles forming a rough and spiky texture. The fourth puppet was crafted from a sprawling maple tree, its leaves forming a colorful and intricate pattern on the puppet's body. The fifth and final puppet was made from a gnarled old willow tree, its twisted branches forming a sinister-looking puppet.

Adrian marveled at his creations, admiring their unique characteristics and individuality. He knew that he could use them to help him on his journey through the forest.

As he continued his travels, he brought the puppets along with him, feeling their energy and presence beside him.

Despite their differences, each puppet appeared completely human and had perfectly shaped humanoid bodies.

Adrian focused on one of them, and a small status screen appeared in front of his eyes.

"Wood Puppet"

"Level 1"

"Creator (Adrian)"

"Soul Power—1.0"