Chapter 10: Grade C Teleportation Array

Logging into the game, I entered the main interface and carefully examined several options below. Apart from the choice to "Start Game," there were also options for "Shop" and "Settings."

Within the Settings option, I could customize details such as game volume, screen brightness, and control keys. These were standard options with nothing particularly noteworthy.

However, it was the Shop that caught my attention.

In fact, when I first accessed the game yesterday, I had already looked at the Shop. But back then, it was completely empty with nothing inside.

Today, however, there were some changes.

Firstly, the "Owned Characters" column, which was empty when I first entered yesterday, now displayed the Batman icon. When I selected Batman with the mouse, there was a small accompanying description:

"Batman, real name Bruce Wayne, is a billionaire from Gotham City. Witnessing his parents' murder in his childhood, he made a firm resolve to prevent such incidents from happening again. After traveling the world and undergoing rigorous training, he returned to Gotham as the dark knight, Batman."

Apart from that, the Shop also unlocked a new option.

"Grade C Teleportation Array: Activate the teleportation array by consuming Hero Points. Each activation randomly summons a superhero or their equipment from another realm. Each activation of the teleportation array requires 50 Hero Points."

Chu Cheng immediately understood. Wasn't this just the gacha mechanism from mobile games?

The top right corner of the shop interface displayed the player's current remaining Hero Points, a little over five hundred, enough for ten draws. This was the reward given after completing the first mission last night.

The classic beginner's ten consecutive draws.

It was unknown who started the trend, but it seemed like overnight, various gacha mobile games began to flood the market.

Game developers seemed to have found the key to wealth after years of exploration. They didn't need stunning game graphics or significant capital investment. As long as they drew the character illustrations of attractive and well-endowed girls, that was enough.

While players complained and said it was nothing special, they still eagerly rushed to the new character illustrations. They charged forward like lightning, leaving even the Flash in the dust.

Some people found it unbelievable that these kinds of games could become so popular, but Chu Cheng felt it was only natural.

When you combine a workshop with a casino, it would be strange if it didn't become a hit.

It's just that I didn't expect Marvel and DC, with their strong and distinctive characters, to also adopt this system.

However, while they can copy the gambling element, the portrayal of characters is different. After all, it's a superhero theme, so it's probably not possible.

Clap!

A dazzling white light flashed on the screen, and the teleportation array emitted a roaring sound of engines. A graceful figure appeared between the teleportation array. With a well-endowed physique, a purple-black mask, tall boots, and a pair of snowy white long legs on display, her excessively developed bosom created a cleavage that could rival the Mariana Trench.

Chu Cheng: ...

Well, it seems he may have underestimated the strong and distinctive characters. They know all about portraying attractiveness and don't need anyone to teach them.

"Hero Introduction: Huntress, real name Helena Bertinelli, daughter of a Gotham City mob boss. Proficient in combat, firearms, vehicle riding, and her iconic weapons are the crossbow and staff."

The initial introduction of the new hero was surprising, but this surprise came and went quickly, just like the fleeting time after a phase rush from a wise one. After calming down, Chu Cheng quickly began analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of the character.

Although the game introduced the element of drawing cards to obtain new heroes, the game itself is still an action-adventure game. Players can only control one game character at a time, so the addition of new heroes simply means there are more options for players to choose from.

Therefore, this newly released hero quickly became lackluster because the Huntress's role overlapped with Batman's.

The Huntress is also a non-superpowered human hero, but Batman has already reached the pinnacle among such heroes.

She is skilled in combat, but she can't surpass Batman in that regard. She is adept at shooting, but she still falls short compared to Batman. And when it comes to equipment and gadgets, she certainly can't compete with Batman.

Apart from her attractive appearance with a well-endowed figure and long legs, she has few advantages.

Looking at the description in the panel below, the only notable difference seems to be her ability to ride vehicles.

So, is there a limitation on the range of vehicles she can ride?

As an upright and serious hardcore player, Chu Cheng didn't have any unnecessary thoughts. He was simply curious if the vehicle includes the player themselves. (Crossed out)

If it was just about playing the game and obtaining a beautifully drawn character, he might have felt lucky. However, now he suspected that this might be more than just a game, and getting a new hero who overlaps with Batman's role and is overall inferior is definitely a loss.

After one draw, he had nine left. Chu Cheng took a deep breath and persevered.

"Thank you for participating, thank you for participating, thank you."

Chu Cheng suddenly realized that the drop rate for heroes might not be as high as he initially thought. Getting Huntress as the first draw might have been considered unlucky.

Thanking them seven times in a row, Chu Cheng almost started to question if he had the bloodline of an unlucky person.

But upon further thought, that didn't make sense either. There's a saying that money can't change fate, and being unlucky is No one's fault.

Finally, on the last draw, something else was obtained.

And what came out was... Green Arrow's eye mask?

Chu Cheng: ...

So, what's the use of this thing?

The description is also simple, stating that it is an eye mask made of special fibers that can conceal one's identity without affecting vision or movement.

To be honest, Chu Cheng even doubted whether this thing could really conceal his identity.

He still remembered in the Green Lantern movie when the protagonist wore a similar eye mask and went to the rooftop to flirt with a girl. However, the girl immediately saw through his disguise and ruthlessly mocked him, saying, "Even if you were naked, I could still recognize you. Do you think covering your cheekbones can hide your identity? Are you blind or just dumb?"

However, Chu Cheng was still curious. After all, this thing could be considered a game item, and perhaps it had some added attributes?

But regardless, getting something for free is always a gain. Chu Cheng noticed a "Summon" button below the acquired item, and after a moment's thought, he clicked the "Summon" button. In the next moment, the small green eye mask appeared in his in-game backpack.

At the same second, Chu Cheng's phone made a "ding" sound.

Chu Cheng picked up his phone and found that he had received a text message from an unknown number.

"Your package has been delivered to your doorstep. Please check it as soon as possible."

Chu Cheng was stunned.

A package? What package? Which doorstep?

His gaze quickly fell on the small green eye mask in his in-game backpack.

Could it be...

He found it hard to believe the absurd idea that came to his mind. Nevertheless, he immediately got up and walked through the living room to open the security door.

He saw a small package lying peacefully in the hallway outside the door.