Chapter 3 - Customization - Saga

Saga.

I heard that they are the special feature in Unbound Boundary. They offer true uniqueness and evolve in endless ways according to each player.

"Do you need additional explanation about Saga?" Sunshine asked.

"Since you're offering, I'll listen," I said. After all, it might be better to hear a tutorial for this unique system.

"Okay," said Sunshine. "As I mentioned before, the formation and evolution of Saga depends on you. It should be noted that Saga cannot be traded, stolen, or used by anyone or anything except for you. They are your true companions that exceed any item or equipment, so make sure to cherish them."

"Although the form and shape of Saga vary for each player, there are common categories of Saga that players have."

"The categories are: Type Sentinel - a type of creature that will protect the player. Type Stronghold - a type of building where the player can reside. Type Armament - a type of equipment that can be used as a weapon or armor by the player. Type Dominion - a type of territory that can be spread by the player. That's all."

"And also, besides the categories mentioned above, Sagas can also evolve into rare or advanced categories. There are even categories that are unique to a single Saga. It would be great if you could obtain one of them."

"Ohhh," I said. I started to get excited to see how my Saga would evolve.

is this how it works?

"And... while we were talking, your Saga has been transferred," Sunshine added.

"Huh? ... Ah." I realized that there was now an oval gem embedded in my left hand that emitted a faint light.

"That's your Saga," said Sunshine.

"It will stick to your hand in its zero form, but it will come out after it hatches and reaches its first form."

In other words, I guess it's like incubating an egg.

"By the way, can it be destroyed while in egg form?" I asked.

"That won't happen," said Sunshine. "All damage received by the Saga while in its zero form will be given to the player."

Ahh, I see. So that means the Saga will be safe even if a player dies.

"But once they hatch, Saga can receive damage and be destroyed like any other object," said Sunshine. "Although they will recover themselves after some time, though."

It's like a living creature.

"By the way, after Saga transforms into its first form, a tattoo will appear where the egg used to be," said Sunshine. "It will act as a kind of identity for players in this world. Without it, you won't be able to distinguish between players and NPCs."

"Is that so?" I asked.

"And also, that tattoo has the ability to store your Saga," said Sunshine. "When you don't need it, you can store Saga in your left hand. You will always be together with it while playing this game, so please take care of it."

"Alright," I said.

I'm still not sure how my Saga will evolve, but that's okay. After all, everything depends on each person, so I guess it will change in its own way.

"Nice to meet you, partner," I said.

Needless to say, there was no reply from my Saga, but I felt like it was shining a little.

"Finally, choose the country affiliation you will join."

Sunshine spread out the map he had taken from the bag on the table. It's an old scroll map. However, after the map was unfolded, there was a continent with lines separating the continent into 5 countries. In each of these countries there is an animated castle with a small flag on it and smaller animated castles scattered throughout the continent.

In addition, there is a land separated from the continent in the west of the map with animated small castles scattered across the land and there is many islands to the southeast of the continent with an animated castle with a flag in the middle of the ocean.

I touched one of the castle animations with the small flag and then a hologram appeared in front of me with a floating light lettering;

The Capital of Astrea Empire, Vera.

Country of Knights and land of nobles.

In the midst of a tranquil lake stood a grand and majestic royal palace, while a meticulously designed city adorned the shores. Every building within the city was crafted with exquisite beauty. And as if to protect the splendor within, a pristine white wall encircled the entire city.

"Castle animation is a Save point in each country. Including the capital city, each country has a total of 7 save points. You can choose one of these save points to enter the game," said Sunshine.

"...Wait, if every nation's capital was marked with an animated castle with a flag wouldn't that make the country in the west of the continent without a capital and the island nation's capital in the middle of the ocean?!" I asked Sunshine in complete disbelief.

"That's right, the capital of the Taiju Empire, Heinkyo was just destroyed due to a rebellion and the capital of the island nation of Archipelago, Arghotia is basically a gigantic warship floating in the seas. Sunshine said that while touching 2 animations on the map"

A hologram displays:

The capital of the Archipelago Islands, Arghotia.

Agricultural and Maritime Country

In the boundless blue sea lies a hexagonal man-made island, in the center of which is a tower that rises into the sky. And a spherical semi-transparent barrier stretched over the entire island.

And the other one displays:

The city state of the Keisuke shogunate, Kyotaro.

The land of the samurai and a place that upholds honor.

With a backdrop of snow-capped mountain in the distance, cherry blossom petals dance in the air on a city made of wood. A Japanese-style castle towered over the plains.

"..."I do not know what to say. So I decided to look at save points in other countries.

The capital of the Lin Tang Dynasty, Jiangsha.

The land of practitioners of martial arts

White mist enveloped the hills, exuding an aura of grace and mystery, on one of the tallest hills there was a Temple that seemed to be made of jade. In the valleys the city was built following the flow of the river.

The capital of the Republic of Gearhaven, Machia.

Land of revolutionaries and city of machines.

The streets are lined with towering brick buildings adorned with machine gears and brass fixtures, at the center of it all, stand a clock tower that looks like it is made of gears that never stop turning and intricate metal spires reaching toward the sky

The capital of the Shazara Sultanate, Zohar.

Nightless city and metropolis.

The market is clustered in a large oasis, surrounded by desert as far as the eye can see. In the distance, the giant pyramids display the grandeur and splendor of architecture and exquisite craftsmanship.

Archaneum Country's capital, Yggdrasil.

The center of the world and a place where legends live.

Colossal trees soared through the sky, buildings of all kinds were constructed on countless stalks. With the beauty of nature coming out of fantasy itself, harmony is created between life and nature.

"Ohhh…" I said.

I don't know why I'm getting more and more excited to explore every country.

Taiju gives the impression of a country full of wars, a great opportunity for those who want to prove themselves. While Lin tang appears to be a land of tranquility, but underneath is a mystery hidden in the thick fog.

Gearhaven seems like a revolution era European style with steampunk and robots, a fantasy that comes from every man's heart. different from the Shazaran country which carries a style like Arabian Night, romance created by girls waiting for their prince.

Going on an adventure and exploring the Archipelago archipelago will make your blood boil while taking in the views at the Archaneum will make you forget yourself.

"I will choose Astrea Kingdom" I said.

"Okay," said Sunshine. "By the way, as a quick survey, what was your reason for choosing that country?"

"My sister is probably waiting for me there."

"Oh, is that so…," Sunshine seemed surprised to hear that. "There are events that allow you to change the country you join, or you can also travel the world without joining the country," said sunshine.

"Yes, thank you…." I said.

"Very well then, I will send you to the Royal Capital of Astrea, Vera"

"Welcome to the Unbound Boundary. We are happy to welcome you," I heard a voice say this.

As soon as those words were heard, the living room disappeared from my surroundings. The desk, bookshelf, and even Sunshine, disappeared, and my body became a wisp of light.

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