Chapter-6: Magician and Swordsmen

Max found himself increasingly perplexed by the system's unique features. "So, is this some kind of game?" he wondered aloud.

"System, tell me how to claim my Day 1 gift," Max eagerly inquired, curious about what the all-powerful system had in store for him.

[Host, you simply need to say 'claim.' You can also claim the sign-in bonus for the next two days in the same way,] the system responded.

"Okay, claim my gift, System!" Max exclaimed.

[Ding!]

[Host, you have received the Day 1 gift: 'God of Cooking' skill. To learn more about it, please check your status window.]

Max couldn't help but feel a mixture of curiosity and skepticism as he contemplated the name of the skill he had just obtained.

With a thought, he invoked his status window.

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[Status Window]

Name: Max Aldwell

Age: 25

Level: 1 (EXP: 0/100)

Chef Points: 0

Chef Shop: Locked

Skills: 'God of Cooking' (Passive)(Rank-novice)

Main Quest: Fulfil David's Dying Wish (Click for more details)

3 Days Sign-in Bonus (Day 2 and Day 3 unclaimed)

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Within the status window, Max discovered more about the newly acquired 'God of Cooking' skill:

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**'God Of Cooking' (Passive Skill) **

- The mere taste of your handmade dishes leaves people enraptured with delight, as if divine intervention were at play.

- This skill doesn't require mana and can be used at any time, making it a versatile and always accessible ability.

- It bestows the power to transform regular food into mana-infused delicacies, enhancing their flavor, and nutritional value, and even providing mild, temporary boosts to those who consume them.

- With this skill, you can elevate mana-infused dishes into divine culinary creations that possess extraordinary taste, granting unique, temporary effects to those who partake in them, such as increased vitality or heightened senses.

- Your culinary creations become known for their exceptional quality, attracting food enthusiasts, potential allies, and even the occasional critic who may serve as an inspiration for further culinary innovation.

- Note: Congratulations, now you're on the path to becoming a culinary god. You can do it, boy.

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At this moment, Max could only think one thing: "Incredibly overpowered."

Max receives the 'God of Cooking' skill as part of his Day 1 sign-in bonus. As he examines his status window, he gains insights into the skill's remarkable attributes.

'If this is the day-1 gift then what should be the other gifts.' Max thinks inwardly with excitement.

This skill has the incredible effect of enchanting those who taste Max's cooking, evoking a sense of divine pleasure.

Furthermore, it operates independently of mana, providing Max with the flexibility to utilize it whenever needed.

Perhaps most intriguingly, it grants Max the ability to transmute ordinary food into mana-infused variants and elevate mana-infused dishes into the realm of the divine.

Max's culinary journey in this fantastical world is undoubtedly set to become even more extraordinary with this newfound skill.

Max found himself somewhat perplexed about the concept of skill ranks, so he inquired with the system, "Could you explain more about skill ranks and how I can increase them?"

[Host, each skill has its own rank, which indicates your proficiency in that particular skill.

The more you use and develop a skill, the higher its rank can become. Essentially, the rank reflects your mastery and experience with that skill.

So, the key to increasing skill ranks is continuous practice, refinement, and utilization of the skills in various situations.

As you become more adept at a skill, its rank will naturally rise, unlocking new possibilities and enhancing your capabilities.]

Max nodded in understanding as he grasped the system's explanation about skill ranks.

Max had learned from David's recollections that in the realm of magic and swords referred to as 'Aiden,' there existed two distinct categories of individuals.

Those who were ordinary and lacked the ability to wield mana, and those who harnessed mana to perform extraordinary magical feats.

Mana, in the world of 'Aiden,' was often depicted as an intangible and enigmatic energy that permeated every corner of the realm.

It was an essence that individuals could tap into to perform a wide range of magical feats.

This ability to harness mana defined the path one chose to follow in their pursuit of power and mastery within 'Aiden.'

Individuals who channeled mana to strengthen their spiritual and magical abilities were commonly known as magicians.

They were the spellcasters, the wielders of arcane knowledge, and the ones who could manipulate the very fabric of reality with their spells and incantations. Magicians harnessed mana to command elemental forces, heal the wounded, and cast powerful enchantments.

Conversely, those who harnessed mana to bolster their physical form and combat prowess were referred to as warriors.

Among warriors, there were various specializations such as swordsmen, spearmen, and others. However, swordsmen were particularly prevalent in 'Aiden' due to the widespread popularity of swords as weapons.

These warriors trained rigorously in combat techniques and honed their bodies to peak physical condition.

With the infusion of mana, they could perform incredible feats of strength, and agility, and even unleash devastating sword techniques.

In 'Aiden,' the coexistence of magicians and swordsmen was a common sight.

Magicians contributed to the realm's mysticism and spellcasting prowess, while swordsmen stood as the embodiment of physical prowess and martial skill.

Together, they formed a diverse and dynamic society, each pursuing their own path to mastery and power in the world fueled by mana.

These extraordinary individuals, magicians and swordsmen alike, would undoubtedly find themselves salivating in delight at the culinary skills that Max would eventually showcase.

However, at this point, Max remained blissfully unaware of the profound impact his culinary talents would have on these remarkable beings.

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A/N-Guys read my second book: Reborn as Dungeon Ruler.