Multiverse Magitech Madness

Chapter 1:Game over

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All throughout my life, as far back as I can remember I've always wished for power. To me life was like a game without the save and load function a person only had one life to reach the top and be revered by the masses or become the puppeteer who owns every actor on the stage.

My birth was a mistake I was constantly reminded of since I could remember—I had a waste of a father and a mother who I did not get the pleasure to meet, she died giving birth to me and that drove my father to the depths of grief and insanity,taking out all his frustrations on me.

I wanted freedom—a chance at life a life dictated by me and no one else.To me God was just that,an omnipotent being who knew and could see all but he chose to do nothing as if amused by the vile actions of the ants below him.

I never believed in him to help me or prayed for salvation but instead I fought, survived and adapted, if someone pitied me for being poor and scrawny I would act the role and take them for everything I could. If I could not afford food I'd steal from those who could and if I was bullied I would act fearful and draw in my aggressor only to bare my fangs when its too late for them to even realize what I could do.

I lived through twelve years of my life playing this game and on when an offer presented itself in the form of a mysterious man—'a choice' the man had said, he was like the devil as he incited and fueled my hate he told me all I had to do was prove my worth, I didn't hesitate to do so—taking the life of my father with my own hands.

The man took me to an airfield and before I knew it,my vision had darkened and the next moment I woke up, I was at a camp with dozens of other children.

The first 30 days at the camp was just normal training—running in the mornings and learning about weapons and survival the rest of the day, making new friends and actually being happy for once the real surprise and wake-up call came at the end of the month.

The instructor pitted us against each other, he told us the weak had to be rooted out, it was the second time I had to kill—this time was to ensure my survival. I saw it as an act to extend my participation in this game a little longer. I killed my new friends and swallowed down the guilt far down the depths of my soul.

The half that lost were soon replaced and our training intensified, friendship and trust had no place there everyone was an enemy and all of us were baptized in blood, we were ready to kill just to preserve ourselves the selfless died and the selfish survived so I adapted,the little kindness within me withered away and was replaced by guilt and sadness, but soon even those emotions also made way for indifference and apathy.

My hope was shattered by the harsh reality of what life was really like.

Three years of my life were spent learning, growing stronger and killing any of my opponents. The scars littering my body were a testament of all the trails I lived through the idea that life was a game imposed onto the weak by the strong further cemented in my mind and my desire to dominate the stage and become the gamemaster only grew.

I became a mercenary at 15 and every time I survived I'd learn something new, how to fight stronger opponents, how to kill with efficiency, how to lie and fool those around me. I made comrades and friends, some died, somw betrayed me and met a fate worse than death at ny hands. My name became feared across the many battlefields.

I became a master of my craft anyone who I was pitted against was just another stepping stone for me and I refused to remain stagnant. I always found ways to evolve and climb above those above me, I made influential 'friends' and amassed my own power both economically and literally I spent two years creating a foundation for what was supposed to be my rapid and unstoppable rise to power but in doing so I did not realize that I gained the attention of those who had more power than me, now I can only wallow in regret and watch as I took my last breath.

The cause of my demise was my own ignorance, I thought I could rise to power without problem but failed to realize that those higher up in the game feared, they feared a new variable—someone like me was a threat to them and they decided to neutralize me while I was still weak and within their reach.

It could've all been mine! I could've controlled it all but in the end I lost the game.

'NO!!!.....I refuse to lose like this, I was supposed to finally attain my desire and I refuse to allow myself to die my resolve isn't weak enough to succumb to death.I WILL RISE...'

DING!

[Loading system…..10%...30%...95%.....100%]

DING!

[System functional...…scanning host...…..]

[Host's life underthreat employing countermeasures.....error!! code 3Zx7 activated....deactivation impossible deploying energy barrier.]

DING!

[Host will be put into an induced coma during the process...].

'What's happe-'My thoughts were cut off before I could finish.

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3rd Person POV

On a new planet far away from Earth in fact it was in a completely different universe than our own, a portal appeared and spat out a blue sphere which housed a humanoid figure within, the portal closed soon after leaving behind the sphere which glowed green before slowly disappearing from view as if it didn't exist.

Shortly after another presence appeared a completely black, humanoid figure lacking any hair or visible orifices, it had phased through the ground and stood at the exact spot where the sphere had formally been but there seemed to be no disturbance because the sphere had left the place shortly after cloaking itself.

''Was it just my imagination?.'' The figure spoke before merging with the ground and disappearing leaving the forest to its former tranquility.

Elswhere...….

The white sphere was currently flying through the air to an unknown destination its objective was to find a strong source of energy in order to start healing and reviving the person within it and the nearest presence it felt was towards a floating island.

Within the sphere was a body of a young boy, he had a sharp jawline with badly burnt face and head his eyes were closed shut so one could only guess what color they were, his un-burnt skin was unnaturally pale due to blood loss.

He looked to be in terrible condition as his right arm was blown off while both of his legs were mangled and his clothes were torn and only covered a small area of his body.Mainly his upper left side.

DING!

[Host's vitals are dropping…..using remaining energy to increase speed…..]The flying sphere increased in speed and blasted through the air and within seconds it arrived a few kilometers south of a floating island.

DING!

[Distance sufficient drawing energy now....host has suffered heavy injury and estimated time to recovery is week, the system will take independent action to preserve host until then.]

The sphere started absorbing the remnant chakra within the area and used it to mend the young man's broken and battered body.

The boy grunted and groaned in pain as he felt his shuttered bones snap and move into place at a very slow pace which made things even more painful—if the young man was awake, he might have screamed until his vocal cords torn.

A week later…..

Things were looking better for the young man as his formally battered body was now put back together with only a few bruises remaining along with his corps like pale skin and his burnt hair had regrown to reveal beautiful strands of snow white blonde hair.

6 days later....

The young man was now fully healed and his breath was steady and occasionally he would toss and turn showing that he was just asleep.

The young man slept for the entire day and half of the nighttime before slowly he started to come to. He opened his eyes which were closed until now to reveal two blood red pupils similar to rubies, his face showed confusion as he squinted and his eyes started darting around.

Young man's POV

Death was a strange feeling, there was nothing but darkness and occasional sounds of when a small bell was rung-which I ignored , I was still feeling disappointed—mostly disappointed at myself since I had promised myself to not die until I fulfilled my desires.

Mere moments ago I was getting ready to reap the fruits of my labor, but who would've guessed that a bomb would destroy it all, with a simple push of a button someone had ruined my life and my hard-work.

If I had survived I would've hunted them to the ends of the Earth destroyed them but I lost, someone had bested me and I lost it didn't feel real.

Suddenly and without warning I was assaulted by an agonizing pain as I felt like I was being torn apart and stabbed with tiny and hot needles.

I blacked out and woke up after what felt like seconds, I opened my eyes to see a glowing surface in front of me—it was glowing and when I looked around I seemed to be levitating within it something impossible unless I was in some hallucination or this is what the afterlife looked like.

I reached out to touch the strange surface and I was surprised when my hand phased through it.

''What's going on?'' I mused out loud not actually expecting an answer.

DING!

[Host is inside an energy bubble...current body condition is healthy current world is still unknown host has to find out himself.] A monotone voice reminiscent of a mix between a robot and a woman spoke which startled me but I regained my bearings soon after.

''Who are you, how come your voice is in my head?'' Normal people would've not realized it but I was not a normal person, I knew the voice spoke directly in my head.

After analyzing all factors and came to a conclusion almost immediately.

DING!

[I am named system DCx2129 and since I am within your soul it allows telepathic communication between us.]The system replied.

'System? Explain in the most detailed and understandable way you can.' I asked in my thoughts since I also wanted to test if this 'telepathic' communication was possible.

DING!

[As I've told you, my name is system DCx2129 and I was created after you stated your desire to attain power. I function as an AI to help channel your abilities without placing yourself at risk.As for the reason we are currently in another world large amount of energy was amassed towards you when creating me but the remnant energy also created a portal to a random location. I also have other functions which can be accessed when you think about it for more information host should open the system and you will be guided accordingly.]The system spoke summarizing as much as possible as per my request.

I mused for a few seconds, the information was understandable for the most part.

'Can you let me out of here?' The young man asked.

DING!

[Yes I can but that is not recommended, I sense strong human presence within 20 kilometers of your current location, host is advised to prepare before leaving the energy bubble since probability of a fight is 84%.]The reply came soon after.

'How many are there and what are the chances of my survival?'This was arguably the most important question for me since I would know if I needed to fight or avoid confrontation accordingly.

DING!

[Approximately 24 presences and they are moving in groups of three the closest signatures are 18 kilometers in the West and they seem to be approaching this place.You currently have 0.05% of survival unless host uses his abilities]The system gave an answer which was more than satisfying.

'Show me these abilities you speak of and tell me the objective of these people?' I asked

DING!

[You currently have three abilities you can use which are: energy devouring nanites, nanotechnology strengthening and E nanotechnology constructs, if used correctly these abilities will raise your chances of survival by 70% . As of the people outside, their group has been moving around this place for the last two weeks host has the choice to make contact, leave without being discovered or kill his way through staying is not an option since they seem to be looking specifically for the host's position and they are close to finding it estimated time is 3 days.]The system outlined my options.

I mused for a while, my options were limited and each one had its risk.

Making contact with the beings was a risk since they could be hostile and I would also lose the element of surprise if we fought.

My second option was taking them out in one fell swoop by baiting them in one place and taking them out with as much efficiency as possible.

The third plausible action for me was to try and escape without being noticed.

'Are these beings humans?' I asked a since I was now not on earth I could be anywhere so possiblilities of these people being aliens was likely.

DING!

[It is unknown since I can only sense their energy, visual confirmation has not yet been possible.] The system replied in a monotonous voice.

'Open the system function.' After much deliberation I decided to confide in the system and try to be prepared for the worst.

DING!

[Name:Nero

Surname:----

Race:human

Condition:Healthy,low superhuman physique

Mana:4570

Nanites:20% E-rank nanites active.

Abilities:A-rank Mixed martial arts, C-rank gun-fu, S-rank marksmanship,B-rank advanced swordsman, C-rank bowmaster, A-rank tracking, A-rank driving. E-rank nanotechnology manipulation(new), E-rank energy absorption(new), basic construct creation (new).]

The status bar seemed simple enough to understand I assume it compared me to a normal human and I'm guessing that mana is something similar to magic or something the fuel to using my abilities.

'System what does Mana mean?' I questioned.

DING!

[It represents the supernatural energy the host possesses.]

'Can it be increased and used!?'I asked in curiosity

DING!

[ Yes but host's soul is already bonded to the nanites making usage of most of the energy applicable as a medium to manipulateand fuel you current abilities., host needs to evolve the rank of his nanites in order to gain a means to manipulate the energy freely, that or switch to a new body, but if host is to do that the system will go into a long cooldown and some of your skills will be inaccessible.]The answer was kind of disappointing but I also didn't have time to get used to using an unknown energy and also be able able use his in a fight. I'd have to make due without it.

'Explain what E-rank energy absorption and basic construction creation. I also want to know what these nanites are and how to control them.'I ordered after musing for a few second.

DING!

[As I have stated, host's body has fused with a technology known as magical nanites, this is the peak of what magic and technology can achieve when fused together, to use them host just needs to close his eyes and try to feel for a foreign entity which is mostly concentrated in your blood from there it'sa simple matter of giving instructions to them your current control over them would be classified as C rank.E rank energy absorption is the capability of the nanites to break down any energy they are in contact with and store it for host's use, currently only able to absorb small amounts and needs host's maximum concentration, .The last one allows the host to shape the nanites in anyway he wishes but host needs to be careful since using too much energy will burn your life-force.] The system replied in a heartbeat. I nodded in satisfaction. I could work with this.

The mere thought that I could potentially create a nuke or an army of loyal unfeeling machines sent shivers down my spine, I even had the urge to burn a few years of my life away just for the sake of gaining more points, but that thought vanished as soon as it came.

Closing my eyes, I steadied my breathing and started trying to feel for any oddities in me, it took me about 30 minutes, but I could feel my mind connect to a swarm of small but efficient machines with the sole purpose of doing what I instruct them to new informationinvaded my mind as a slight nausea hit me. I commanded them to gather in my left hand and they all painlessly went through my skin and formed a sphere in my palm.

80 % of my nanites remained dormant due to lack of energy, but even this 20% was enough to turn me into a walking tank!

I had control over their replication, and if a construct were to exceed the current number of nanites I can use. I'll still be able to manipulate parts of the machine.

Looking at the perfect smooth sphere, it was dark blue in color and had hints of black— I used my right hand to touch it and it felt as if I was touching a metal, I laughed to myself. This was nothing I had ever seen before, such a versatile power at my fingertips, if this was back on earth I would be unmatched.

Afterall, I could create a gun that shot an endless amount of bullets since the nanites are always building more new nanites, healing grave injuries and possibly creat a hard flexible membrane to cover my skin, I was now truly a perfect soldier.

All at the price of absorbing magical energy, whether it be solar power, electricity, radiation, chakra, ki even energy like demonic or holy energy, I could break I down into energy know as mana, right now I could change mana into elements but once I evolve them to C rank such a thing would be possible, and at B rank creating a whole production facility would be feasible, heck! I could even create my own huge mecha by then.

I started manipulating the nanites to form a combat knife, the nanaites easily adhered to my order and even changed color according to my instruction.

I also reformed my new clothes and made them suitable for combat, I also made a desert eagle along with an Ak-47, after adding a few modifications like sights and grips and inputed an instructions for the bullets to explode after impact as long as I am not within the radias of 5m from me.I created an exoskeleton suit that was both light and would help in steady aiming and even enhance my capabilities, while covering my body in armor created a powersource which could allow the suit to run for two hours, the energy source was located on the suit's chest area under a metal plate for added protection.

Overall this drained all the units of mana I had stored up till now, but the result was an armor that allowed me to bend metal rods with little effort and gave me a huge boost in speed, I could say with confidence that I could cross a 100m distance in 4 seconds or less.

AN:(image of how the armor looks like.)

'System store this armor and it's functions in the nanite database.' I instructed the system.

DING!

[Affirmative.What would you like to name this suit?] The system asked, not expecting such a question a mused for a second before a name popped up.

The name was fitting of this armor that was made with stealth and swiftness in mind. I couldn't wait to test out it's full capacity.

'Lurker version 1.' I nodded to myself really happy with my work. Surprise flashed through me when I realized how giddy and excited my voice seemed. Maybe this is what power felt like.

DING!

[Saving lurker unit in database. Congratulations to host for creating his first nanite construct, rewards are a 20%, reduction in energy cost when creating this unit.

I nodded happily, anyone would dance in joy at such great news.

I spent the rest of the day absorbing as much energy as I could and storing it up. Which eventually made my mana rise from 20 to 130, although the process was frustratingly slow; I knew it would all be worth it once I get enough points.

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