Chapter 2: The Breath of Potential

As Goku wandered into the moonlit clearing, his thoughts were consumed by the revelations of the Super Technic Creation System. The tranquility of the night contrasted starkly with the whirlwind of ideas and possibilities racing through his mind. He had always admired the advanced techniques of the Dragon Ball universe—Kamehameha, Final Flash, Spirit Bomb—but they often required enormous amounts of energy. He was looking for something more sustainable.

He recalled another world he had glimpsed in passing, where breathing techniques were used to enhance one's abilities. What if I could incorporate something like that here? he wondered. The breathing techniques from Demon Slayer had fascinated him, with their focus on refining physical and spiritual strength through controlled breathing. Applying such a technique in the Dragon Ball world could provide a steady, incremental boost to his strength and ki.

Goku's excitement grew as he visualized the potential of this idea. If I can use breathing to continuously enhance my body and ki, that could give me a significant edge. He imagined himself drawing on this technique to become stronger and more resilient with every breath. The thought of such a steady and reliable enhancement was invigorating.

Turning his attention back to the Super Technic Creation System, Goku navigated to the section for breathing techniques. He saw that developing such a technique required a substantial amount of ki.

Develop Breathing Technique—Initial Scan

A list of potential techniques and their energy requirements appeared. Goku's heart sank as he saw the number: Requires 100,000 ki energy to develop.

He glanced at his current energy level—just 10 ki. The gap was daunting, and the realization of how far he had to go was overwhelming. He needed a way to get a foundational technique without being overwhelmed by the massive energy requirement.

Just as his hope began to wane, the system offered a glimmer of opportunity:

Special Offer: Obtain basic-level technique for free with less than 200,000 ki energy.

Goku's eyes widened with interest. This offer allowed him to obtain a basic-level technique without needing the full 100,000 ki energy. Although the technique's benefits were modest, it was still a valuable opportunity. With this in mind, he quickly made his decision.

"I'll choose the Breathing Technique," he said aloud, activating the system. The interface responded with a burst of light, and a new entry appeared in his list of techniques.

The description of the new technique read:

Basic Breathing Technique. Provides a minor increase in physical strength, stamina, speed, and ki by 0.001 per breath.

Goku took a deep breath, feeling the technique's effects immediately. Although the improvement was subtle, it was a tangible step forward. His physical state felt slightly enhanced, and his ki energy seemed to flow more smoothly. He practiced the breathing technique with a focused rhythm, drawing in air deeply and exhaling with controlled precision. With each breath, he sensed a gradual increase in his strength and stamina.

The incremental boost was not dramatic, but it was a start. Goku was exhilarated by the technique's potential. He realized that while the current benefits were modest, they could accumulate over time, providing a steady improvement in his capabilities. This foundational technique was a valuable asset, and he was eager to explore its full potential.

And this technique can be further upgraded, he thought with excitement. The idea of enhancing the technique and seeing its effects grow was thrilling. His mind raced with possibilities.

As he thought about the future, Goku remembered that Bulma would be arriving in three years. He began to calculate how much his strength could increase with the basic breathing technique. His thoughts turned to the math involved, and he felt a twinge of anxiety. Goku had never been particularly good at math, and the calculations seemed daunting.

He chuckled to himself. "Oh great, now I need to be good at math too. Typical! I hope Stevens' dad isn't here to call me a failure," he said, shaking his head with a grin.

Determined not to be discouraged, Goku decided to use his "special power" to figure out the math. He took a deep breath and started counting. If he breathed 24,000 times a day, that would be:

0.001 increase per breath × 24,000 breaths per day = 24 ki increase per day.

Over a year, this would amount to:

24 ki increase per day × 365 days = 8,760 ki increase per year.

In three years, it would be:

8,760 ki increase per year × 3 years = 26,280 ki increase.

Goku's eyes widened as he processed the numbers. The potential increase was significant, and although it was a rough estimate, it provided him with a sense of hope and excitement. The thought of accumulating such a substantial boost over time filled him with renewed energy.

As dawn approached, Goku stood up, feeling a sense of accomplishment despite the comedic struggle with numbers. The new technique had already started to make a difference, and he was eager to see how it would evolve. With a final, deep breath, he prepared himself for the journey ahead. The night had been a time of reflection and preparation, and the new day promised new opportunities.

What other techniques could he develop? Goku's mind buzzed with questions and possibilities. He knew that the world of Dragon Ball was full of potential, and he was eager to explore every facet of it.

To be continued…