Core and System

After Jake and his family returned home, Jake went back to his room while his parents started preparing a delicious meal.

"What ingredients should I get?" Reynold asked Sera as he got ready to hunt for the meal.

Sera thought for a moment before responding, "We'll need some high-quality dragon meat for the main course, and perhaps some fire herbs and frost berries to add flavor. Don't forget to gather a few Divinity cores; they'll be essential for enhancing the meal's properties."

Reynold nodded in agreement, preparing his hunting gear. "I'll head to the dragon realm and look for the Divinity core monsters. It might take some time, but it'll be worth it for a meal that boosts Jake's strength and purifies his body to some extent."

As Reynold set off on his journey to the dragon realm, Sera started organizing the kitchen and collecting the necessary herbs and berries. She also decided to prepare a special sauce using rare ingredients from the mystical Elven forest to complement the dragon meat.

While his parents were working on the meal, Jake, in his room, was communicating with Nexus.

"I awakened two cores, is it possible, or is it another cube thingy?" Jake asked Nexus, having awakened two cores, one in the center of his sternum and one near his heart

[No, it's not a cube thingy. The core near your heart is due to your mother's lineage of witches. Witches have their special core called the Heart core, and the center core is the Origin core. It was a normal Mana core, but the Cube modified it. It's also the reason the elder in charge of awakening didn't sense any anomaly in you,] Nexus explained.

"So I was supposed to awaken a Mana core and a Heart Core?" Jake asked for confirmation.

[Yes,] Nexus affirmed.

"Hmm, what exactly is this Origin Core?" Jake nodded and inquired further.

[To understand the Origin Core, you must first comprehend the nature of a Core,] Nexus replied.

"Isn't a Core a vessel where we store atmospheric energies and then utilize the stored energies to power our constructs?" Jake offered his understanding based on what he had learned from the library.

[That is a simplified perspective. More accurately, a Core functions as a Purifier. It purifies atmospheric energy and stores it within. The being to whom the core belongs then utilizes the stored energy. The Mana core, for instance, purifies and stores Mana, and the same principle applies to other cores. However, the Origin Core is distinct; it has no limits. It can absorb and purify any energy from this world,] explained Nexus.

"So, with this Origin Core, I can use any energy I want, right?" Jake nodded, seeking clarification as this was groundbreaking news.

[Yes, but there's a crucial caveat. The core has been modified to operate at the level of this world. Attempting to absorb energy from sources beyond this world may lead to unpredictable consequences. Exercise caution and only utilize it to absorb energies native to our world,] Nexus warned.

[Also, the system is complete now. The last ingredient was your awakening, and now after your awakening, it's complete. So go on, try it,] Nexus urged.

"Finally, it's ready, the 'System,'" Jake exclaimed with excitement as he eagerly tried it right away

Nexus responded, [Welcome, Host, to Cosmic System.]

[Status

 Quest

 Shop

 Gold

 Achievements ]

"You change the name?" Jake asked as the name is changed from Akashic to Cosmic

[yes, Akashic is just one of your Authority, it will be weird to call it that way]

"Hmm, 'Status' " Jake nodded and check out the first feature of the system

[ Character: Jake Dreamstar

Class: Not Selected (Available at Level 100)

Level: 1

Experience Points: 0/100

Sub-Class: BlackSmith

Level: 1

Experience Points: 0/100

System Level: 1

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Attributes:

Health (HP): 1000

Strength (STR): 30+20 (Subclass effect+20) ( Avg. awakened-15)

Agility (AGI): 25 ( Avg. awakened-15)

Intelligence (INT): 50 ( Avg. awakened-10)

Wisdom (WIS): 30 ( Avg. awakened-12)

Vitality (VIT): 20 ( Avg. awakened-10)

Dexterity (DEX): 20+20(Sub class effect +20) ( Avg. awakened-10)

Charisma (CHA): 60 (Potential lady killer)

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Core Energies :

Origin Core : Orange Grade

Mana (MP): 100

Divine Energy (DE): 50

Aura (A): 50

Abyssal Energy (AE): 50

Heart Core: Yellow grade

White Heart Energy (WHE): 500

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Authorities :

1. Authority Of Information : Akashic : Level 2

~Eyes of Akashic : the ability to perceive hidden knowledge and truths about anything.

Restriction : Can only receive Information within 10 level gap

~Falsify(new) : Can change the information of anything

Restriction : Vulnerable to Legendary level skills currently

2. Authority of Forgemaster Craft : Level 2

~Magicsmithing : Allow enchantment of crafts up to Rare level

(Common-Uncommon-Rare-Epic-Unique-Legendary-Mythical-Transcendent)

~Inferno Forge(new) : The flames of Eternal Blacksmith that can smelts all ores and Metals, and fortify crafts.

Restriction : Currently can only smelt up to Rare level

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Skills: (Common-Uncommon-Rare-Epic-Unique-Legendary-Mythical-Transcendent)

1. White Extinction Lighting ( Legendary )

- Description : White Extinction Lightning is a phenomenon rarely witnessed in the mystical realm. It manifests as brilliant white bolts of lightning, carrying within them the essence of pure, unbridled energy. Unlike common lightning, it is characterized by an otherworldly luminosity that can illuminate the entire sky with an ethereal glow.

Properties: Destructive Force, Purifying Energy

-Destructive Force: The bolts of White Extinction Lightning are known for their devastating power, capable of obliterating anything in their path.

-Purifying Energy: Despite its destructive nature, the lightning is said to carry a purifying energy that cleanses and revitalizes the magical energies in its vicinity.

Cost: Depends on usage with minimum 10 WHE

Cooldown : None

2. Dual Core Synergy (Epic)

Description: Harness the unique synergy between two awakened cores and use them simultaneously 

3. Smithing Mastery (SM): The overall proficiency and skill level of the blacksmith in the art of forging and crafting.

4. Material Knowledge (MK): The understanding and familiarity with various metals, ores, and materials used in blacksmithing.

5. Tempering Techniques (TT): Expertise in applying heat treatment processes to enhance the strength and durability of crafted weapons and armor.

6. Artistic Craftsmanship (AC): The ability to incorporate aesthetic and artistic elements into the design of weapons and armor.

7. Magical Infusion (MI): Knowledge and skill in infusing magical properties into crafted items, creating enchanted weapons and armor.

8. Efficiency (EF): The speed and precision with which the blacksmith works, ensuring timely completion of projects without compromising quality.

9. Innovative Designs (ID): Creativity in developing new and innovative designs for weapons and armor, setting the blacksmith apart from others.

10. Repairing Prowess (RP): The ability to effectively repair and restore damaged or worn-out weapons and armor.

11. Elemental Affinity (EA): Mastery over working with elemental-themed materials, allowing the creation of weapons and armor with elemental attributes.

{All Blacksmith skills currently at Apprentice level, (Novice-Apprentice-Adept-Master-Grand Master-Expert-Perfection) }

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Arts :

??? Foundation Art

~An Art that allow one to refine their core to 100% purity ]

"It's really detailed and hmm, My attributes are better than average probably related to Dual Core" Jake mumbled seeing his status.

[yes, Dual core awakening made your body and soul more robust]

"hmm, why Heart Energy is more compared to others? is it related to it's purity grade?" Jake nodded and then inquired

[yes it is related]

"hmm, now next is Quest" Jake nodded and then closed the Status scree and opened the next Quest screen.

[Quest :

- Main Quest : Reach Perfect(white) Grade in both cores

Time limit : 6 Years

Reward : A Greater Authority Choice

Failure Punishment : Banning of one of host Authorities for 10 years

- Extra Quest : Learn any Weapon usage

 Time limit : 1 year

 Reward : A E grade Gate key

(E-D-C-B-A-S-SS-SSS-EX) Dungeon ranks, with additional A-, A, A+ ranks.

Failure Punishment : One Skill rank Degradation

- Sub Class Quest: Create Equipment of each ranks

Common (0/1)

Uncommon (0/1)

Rare (0/1) ]

"Three Quests , good" Jake

[Main Quest is selected by Cube, rest is by me]

"Hmm, No wonder Main Quest reward is great compared to others and Extra Quest reward is E grade Dungeon key" Jake mumbled.

In Celestria after the invasion, Gates begin to get created in many parts of the world, these gates are an access to different dimensions and they still persists even after the invasion has ended, but....

"What are Gates exactly?" Jake asked as none of the liberary books tells him the true cause of gates appearance.

[They are basically fragmented worlds, remnants of realms destroyed by an ??? invasion,] Nexus explained.

[The will or sometimes a Supreme entity of those destroyed worlds attempts to connect with surviving worlds through these gates. The fragments, in turn, try to merge with the surviving worlds, aspiring to become a part of them and aid it's inhabitants against the ??? invasion. On the other hand, The Supreme's purpose is to ensure the continuation of their legacies.]

Jake listened intently, absorbing this revelation. The gates that appeared after the invasion were not merely portals; they were connections to shattered dimensions seeking refuge and continuity within the surviving worlds.

"I guess I am too weak to know the name, hmm next one Shop" Jake mumbled and opened the next Scree.

[Shop :

-Arts :-

1. Mana Arts

2. Divine Arts

3. Abyssal Arts

4. Aura Arts

5. Witch Arts

- Items :-

1. Potions

2. Energy Stones ( All types)

3. Skills

4. Equipments

5. Blacksmith items

6. Alchemy items

- Knowledge :-

1. Rune knowledge

2. Gates Knowledge

3. Legacies Knowledge

4. Secret realm Knowledge

- Legacies :- (Not yet unlocked)

"hmm, The Shop is also great, next is Achievement" Jake

[Achievements(s) : Unlocked

1. Reincarnator : Increases Soul Strength and Luck

2. Hidden Boss parents : Increase Luck and Enmity of Protagonist

3. Master of Celestial Maid : Increase Power of all Skills by 100%

4. Dual Awakener : Grant skill Dual Core Synergy

5. I have System : Increase Luck ]

Jake glanced at the Achievements and was puzzled by the third one. "Nexus, I don't even have maids. What's up with this Achievement?" he asked, scratching his head, bewildered about its origin.

Nexus responded, [ that particular achievement, 'Master of the Celestial Maids,' might be a bit confusing. It doesn't necessarily refer to traditional maids as you might think. In the context of our Celestria World, 'Celestial Maids' are symbolic entities that represent the harmonious alignment and management of different magical energies within a awakened cores. It's more about mastering the balance and synergy between your various energy sources rather than having literal maids.]

He continued, [So, in essence, it reflects your proficiency in orchestrating the coexistence and cooperation of the diverse magical energies at your disposal. It seems you've excelled in this aspect, achieving a state of balance and mastery in handling the unique powers bestowed upon you without even practicing.....Just kidding its because of Dual Core Synergy Skill effect]

Jake nodded calmly, absorbing Nexus's explanation. However, disappointment still lingered on his face.

[A Perverted Maid fetish, So this is your Fetish?]

"Shut up!!!" Jake yelled, his face turning red with embarrassment.