Chapter 3

Ding! Please open your personal interface.

With anticipation, Manuel opened his personal interface, expecting to see the usual attributes and features. However, to his surprise, he found that the interface was devoid of any of those familiar elements. Doubt crept into his mind. "Did I expect too much?" he wondered.

The interface displayed the following information:

[Name: Manuel

Craft Points: 10

Resource Shop: Locked

Mystical Shop: Locked

Virtual Worlds Created: 0 (click to expand)

Virtual Worlds Deleted: 0 (click to expand)

Virtual World Redeemed: 0 (click to expand)

Reasonable Player Requests: None (click to expand)

System-Given Quests: None (click to expand)

Achievements Unlocked: 0 (click to expand)

Special Events: None (click to expand)]

The message from the system greeted him:

[ Welcome, Manuel, to the VirtualCraft System!

Craft Points: 10

You're off to a great start on your virtual world-building journey. Use your Craft Points wisely to unlock exciting features and enhance your creations. Craft Points are used to buy world templates for building your virtual worlds. The templates range from level 1 to level 10, with varying costs. So manage your Craft Points well. You can earn Craft Points after the completion of each virtual game world.

Templates ranges from

level 1 cost 10 CP

level 2 cost 1000 CP

level 3 cost 100000 CP

level 4 cost 10000000 CP

level 5 cost 1000000000 CP

level 6 cost 100000000000 CP..,

The Resource Shop and Mystical Shop: locked

Currently, the Resource Shop and Mystical Shop are locked, but fear not! As you progress and showcase your skills, these shops will grant you access to a vast array of unique resources, rare materials, and enchanting elements that will elevate your virtual worlds to new heights. To purchase these resources and abilities from the Mystical Shop, you will need Craft Points.

Virtual Worlds Created: 0

Let your imagination soar as you embark on the path of a world builder. Create captivating realms, lush landscapes, and intricate civilizations. Each virtual world you bring to life will be a testament to your creativity and vision. By accessing the God's Eye perspective, you can check the progress of your created worlds and witness what is happening within them.

Virtual Worlds Deleted: 0

Remember, not every creation may meet your expectations. Don't be discouraged by the occasional setback. Learning from mistakes is an integral part of the world-building process. Feel free to experiment, refine, and evolve your virtual worlds as you strive for perfection. You can delete your creations if necessary, but please note that there are no refunds in terms of Craft Points.

Virtual World Redeemed: 0

The worlds you create can be redeemed and processed to generate Craft Points and enhancements. When you redeem a world, Craft Points will be generated based on its performance while active. Additionally, you will receive all-around enhancement points that can be used to improve your overall abilities. This system encourages you to redeem your worlds, as nothing lasts forever.

Reasonable Player Requests: None

The player community eagerly awaits the opportunity to explore the realms you create. Be open to feedback, suggestions, and collaborations. Engage with your audience, listen to their desires, and consider reasonable player requests to enhance the overall gaming experience.

System-Given Quests: None

Challenges await those who seek them. Engaging quests and missions will be assigned to you by the VirtualCraft System. Completing these quests will unlock exclusive rewards, valuable insights, and boost your reputation as a skilled world builder. Stay vigilant and embrace these opportunities to showcase your talents. As a world builder, you have to be the first to pass your own creations. You will have to complete system-given quests to prove that you have a clear conscience in being a creator.

Achievements Unlocked: 0

Through your dedication and innovation, you will unlock various achievements throughout your world-building journey. These milestones will celebrate your accomplishments, inspire others, and grant you additional perks and recognition within the virtual world community. Strive for greatness and leave your mark on the gaming landscape.

Special Events: None

Keep an eye out for special events! From grand tournaments to seasonal celebrations, the VirtualCraft System hosts a myriad of thrilling events that unite world builders and players alike. Participate, compete, and seize these occasions to showcase your extraordinary creations and connect with like-minded individuals.

NOTE: Limited access has been given to you to access the Resource Shop for your first world.

Embrace the power of creation, Manuel, and let your imagination guide you in this boundless realm of virtual world building. The possibilities are endless, and the destiny of awe-inspiring experiences lies in your hands.

Happy building, and may your virtual worlds become legends in the gaming universe!... ]

Manuel carefully read through the interface, absorbing the information provided by the VirtualCraft System. He was in awe. "I can truly be a world builder, and perhaps even a remarkable one. This dream of mine can be realized," he exclaimed with excitement.

"Now that I understand what this system is all about, I need to acquire a developer game capsule. It's an essential tool that will enable me to build and shape my virtual worlds. Fortunately, I have the system, so I won't need a separate private editor. The public one should suffice," he thought.

Eager to begin his world-building journey, Manuel quickly logged onto StarNet and ordered the game capsule. However, the purchase consumed most of his available funds. While awaiting the delivery, he started contemplating the concept for his first virtual world. His imagination ran wild, exploring various ideas and possibilities.

"I want my first world to be truly unique, even if it shares similarities with existing games on the market. It should stand out and offer something extraordinary," he mused. "How about a treasure-seeking competition game where participants have to find ten elusive keys and join them together to become the ultimate winner? The players will have the freedom to collect the keys throughout the virtual world using any means necessary. They can engage in strategies like theft, combat, or even trading to acquire the keys. That's a fantastic idea," he concluded, excitement building within him.

"But since I don't have the resources to offer as a prize, what if I introduce participation fees? All the money collected can be pooled together to create a substantial prize pool for the winners," Manuel further brainstormed.

He carefully jotted down his idea, outlining the story, plots, and gameplay mechanics required for the treasure-seeking competition game. Envisioning a sci-fi-themed virtual world, he imagined players equipped with customizable weapons and the ability to build their desired arsenal. It would be a free-for-all experience where alliances could be formed or players could venture solo. The game would span two months, with the first month dedicated to players searching for the keys and the second month filled with clues scattered throughout the virtual world. In the final week, the key locations would be revealed on every player's map, intensifying the competition.

"This is an exceptional idea. Now, I need to focus on creating the game and think about how to promote it later," Manuel thought, feeling a surge of motivation.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang, interrupting his train of thought. He hurriedly made his way to the door and greeted the delivery person, who had arrived with the game capsule. Manuel requested their assistance in setting it up, and within just 30 minutes, everything was ready.

Excitement filled the air as Manuel sat in front of his newly installed game capsule. With the interface and his creative vision, he was ready to embark on his virtual world-building journey. The possibilities were limitless, and the chance to make his dreams come true awaited him.

To be continued...